The Truitt Institute

09/08/2026

There’s a difference between learning the neuroscience of trauma and knowing how to apply it in clinical practice.

This October, Dr. Kate Truitt will lead a two-day NeuroTriad Model training in Olathe, bringing neuroscience out of theory and into the therapy room.

Clinicians will explore how the NeuroTriad Model supports a deeper understanding of regulation, resilience, and trauma recovery, with clinical demonstrations and opportunities to practice applying the model alongside the approaches they already use.

And there’s still time to join at the reduced $245 training rate, extended through September 15. 💗

📅 October 9–10, 2026
📍 Olathe, Kansas
🎓 16 APA-approved CE hours

Register here: https://neurotriad.com/product/neurotriad-two-day-clinical-training-registration/

09/03/2026

Clinical training is most useful when clinicians leave knowing not only what the science says, but how to bring it into the room with their clients.

That’s a big part of how Dr. Kate Truitt teaches the NeuroTriad Model.

This October, Dr. Kate will lead two full days of training in Olathe, where clinicians will learn the model, work through clinical demonstrations, and practice applying current neuroscience to trauma treatment in ways that are practical and usable.

The reduced training rate has also been extended through September 15. 💗
Now $245, originally $395

📅 October 9–10, 2026
📍 Olathe, Kansas
🎓 16 APA-approved CE hours

Register here: https://neurotriad.com/product/neurotriad-two-day-clinical-training-registration/

09/01/2026

“I know I’m safe. So why is my body still reacting like I’m not?”

In trauma treatment, knowing something and being able to access what we know under stress are not always the same thing.

When the nervous system is organized around threat, the capacities we rely on for attention, working memory, flexible thinking, and regulation may become harder to access. Understanding what is happening beneath the symptoms can help clinicians make more informed decisions about what a client may need in that moment.

Applied neuroscience isn’t simply about knowing the names of brain regions. It’s about asking a more practical question:

What does understanding the brain change about what we do next in the therapy room?

In our latest blog, Dr. Kate Truitt explores how bringing neuroscience into clinical formulation can support a more precise, curious, and deeply human approach to trauma treatment.

👉🏻 Read “Bringing the Brain Into the Room: A More Human Approach to Trauma Treatment”

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How applied neuroscience helps clinicians understand what is happening beneath the symptoms—and choose what to do next There is a sentence I have heard some version of hundreds of times in trauma treatment: “I know.” I know I’m safe. I know that

03/31/2026

EMDR works by navigating neural pathways to reprocess trauma, sometimes triggering repressed memories.

When this happens, approach them with curiosity. The brain creates meaning around past experiences to help us survive, so these memories have a purpose.

Instead of feeling overwhelmed, step back and ask, "What is the meaning of this memory?" Reflect on why the brain brings it up and if there's something to learn about your interactions and behaviors.

This perspective helps reframe the experience, empowering your life moving forward. By exploring these memories thoughtfully, you can gain valuable insights and foster personal growth.

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03/15/2026

Children rely on their caregivers for a sense of security and safety.

When their environment is filled with manipulation and lies, it becomes distressing and confusing for them. As they develop, they need consistency to build a reliable and trustworthy mental model of the world.

Let's all step forward to protect and nurture the vulnerable ones in our world.

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03/01/2026

To truly understand oneself, it helps to look closely at both behavior and the nervous system. This is where the field of neuroscience offers valuable insight.

When neuroscience is integrated into psychology, it opens the door to a deeper understanding of human behavior. Exploring how the brain functions, and how it changes and adapts through life experiences, can reveal patterns that make our thoughts, emotions, and actions easier to understand.

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01/02/2026

What if your emotions were more than just “feelings”?

What if they were tiny messengers, quietly giving your brain real-time updates about what you need, what you care about, and what’s working or not working for you?

Most of us were never taught that emotions are actually microdata points. They’re your body’s built-in feedback system, helping you tune into what matters, what’s overwhelming, and where something might need to shift. The more we listen, the better we get at making choices that feel good and right for us.

Next time a big feeling comes up, pause and ask, “What is this trying to tell me?” That simple moment of curiosity might change the way you move through your day. 💭

💡 To help you strengthen emotional awareness, Dr. Kate Truitt created the Emotions Thermometer Tool—a simple 10-point scale you can use to track your emotional activation.

Get your free copy through the link in bio.

12/29/2025

Why does shame sometimes feel like it's stuck to us?

Shame often clings from past experiences, replaying an old, untrue story: "Something's wrong with me." But that story isn’t reality—it’s just an outdated tape in our mind.

The good news? We can rewrite it. Neuroscience-based tools allow us to release shame, unlearn those patterns, and create a compassionate path forward.

Shame may tell you that you’re not enough, but it’s lying.
It’s just an old story your brain’s been repeating for years. You can teach your brain a new story—one that says: “I am worthy. I am loved. I am enough.”

💙 Start your journey to healing and resilience with a free 30-minute consultation at Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates—call 626-524-5525 today.

12/26/2025

When pain shows up, it’s common for Amy, the amygdala, to create a story filled with worry. This is called pain catastrophizing, and it’s her way of trying to protect you.

Instead of pushing the story away, you can pause and notice, “Amy is telling me a story because she’s scared.” Then check in with your own perspective. What have you learned from your healing process, from your doctors, or from practices that support you?

If Amy’s story doesn’t match your own, you can thank her for trying to help and gently choose the step that supports your recovery.

What’s one phrase you can remind yourself of when fear feels louder than your progress?

📫 Sign up for our newsletter today and get the Neuroplasticity Empowerment Toolkit for free! Inside, you’ll find neuroscience-based practices to support your regulation, build resilience, and strengthen your sense of empowerment. Click the link in my bio to download yours.

12/24/2025

The freeze response in our system can be triggered by many things, often unexpectedly. It's our body's way of making us very still and quiet to avoid drawing attention. This response helps reduce the chance that a threat will continue to focus on us, like a turtle hiding in its shell.

The signs of the freeze response include brain fog, numbness, feeling disconnected, cold hands and feet, and holding our breath. This response helps us survive by keeping us safe until the danger passes, allowing us to return to our normal state.

You don’t have to stay stuck in survival mode.
Your nervous system can relearn safety. With science-backed, compassionate therapy, my team and I can help you reconnect with your body and reclaim your calm.

📞 Schedule your free 30-minute consultation today at 626-524-5525 — because healing begins when your brain knows it’s safe to move forward.