Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development

Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development We strive to improve the lives of children through research, education and outreach that addresses the impact of early abuse, neglect, and trauma.

The Karyn Purvis Institute of Child Development strives to help children suffering the effects of early trauma, abuse or neglect. We conduct research to deepen understanding about the complex needs of these children and how and why these harmful experiences can impair development and lead to social, behavioral and emotional problems. We design and promote research-based models for practical interventions that anyone can use to help children heal and reach their highest potential.

10/08/2026

When behavior is met with a strong need for control, this question from Amy Abell reminds us to get curious about what a behavior may be telling us about a child's felt safety.

Assessing the balance of nurture and structure can help unlock some insight into how we can better meet a child's needs. 💜

A little mid-week wisdom from Dr. Purvis herself to gently remind us of the powerful role that connection plays in the h...
10/07/2026

A little mid-week wisdom from Dr. Purvis herself to gently remind us of the powerful role that connection plays in the healing process. 💜

TCU Gives Day is here! For the next 24 hours, every gift is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference for TCU stude...
10/06/2026

TCU Gives Day is here! For the next 24 hours, every gift is an opportunity to make a meaningful difference for TCU students, supporting the resources and opportunities that help them thrive today and prepare for what comes next. Will you join us? 💜

🔗 Click here to learn more - https://frogfunding.tcu.edu/tcu-gives-day-2026/?a=13910494

Mark your calendars! 🗓️ We are officially ONE MONTH away from our graduate program application date!With three unique op...
10/01/2026

Mark your calendars! 🗓️

We are officially ONE MONTH away from our graduate program application date!

With three unique options to suit your needs, our programs offer students an opportunity to deep dive into TBRI® alongside graduate level classes in neuroscience, developmental psychology, data analysis and more!

Want more information? Click the link to view our graduate programs brochure - https://tinyurl.com/KPICDGradProgBrochure

You've likely heard the term "re-dos" when learning about TBRI® Correcting Principles... but what does that actually mea...
09/30/2026

You've likely heard the term "re-dos" when learning about TBRI® Correcting Principles... but what does that actually mean? 🤔

Behavioral re-dos are an important tool that gives children an action-based opportunity to practice a more appropriate response to a behavior. Rather than simply telling a child what they did wrong, a re-do allows them to try again while feeling safe and supported.

Re-dos can also help caregivers repair ruptures in their relationship with the child, practice self-awareness together, and deepen trust and connection. ❤️‍🩹

🎤 What have you found to be most effective when using behavioral re-dos? Let us know in the comments below!

📣 Our 2027 TBRI® Practitioner Training dates are here! 📣Mark your calendars for our upcoming training dates and stay tun...
09/28/2026

📣 Our 2027 TBRI® Practitioner Training dates are here! 📣

Mark your calendars for our upcoming training dates and stay tuned for more information on application periods.

We look forward to seeing you next year! ✈️

Where in the world is the KPICD? ✈️🇦🇺Our team had a great time visiting AUSTRALIA this week! We loved connecting with te...
09/24/2026

Where in the world is the KPICD? ✈️🇦🇺

Our team had a great time visiting AUSTRALIA this week! We loved connecting with teams in Launceston, Hobart, Ballarat, and Brisbane and empowering helping professionals to implement TBRI in their local communities.

We were also working on something new and exciting... 👀

Any guesses? Stay tuned to find out! 📣

📣 Calling all TBRI® Practitioners! Join us on October 28, 2026 for Transforming Cultures of Care, a professional develop...
09/23/2026

📣 Calling all TBRI® Practitioners!

Join us on October 28, 2026 for Transforming Cultures of Care, a professional development experience designed exclusively for the TBRI Practitioner community.

Spend the day learning alongside fellow TBRI Practitioners as we explore building sustainable cultures of care, applying TBRI in adult and professional settings, teaching for greater impact, leveraging data and research, and celebrating stories of transformation from around the world.

Together, we'll explore:

✓ Building and sustaining cultures of care
✓ Applying TBRI in adult and professional settings
✓ Teaching and training for lasting impact
✓ Using data and research to strengthen our work
✓ Stories of transformation from practitioners around the world

Featuring insights from Dr. Danica Knight, Katie Rinaudo, Dr. Casey Call, Dr. Erin Razuri, Sarah Mercado, Geoff Nelson, and more!

This is an opportunity to reconnect with the TBRI Practitioner community, deepen your practice, and be inspired by the innovative ways TBRI is creating change across systems, organizations, and relationships.

Whether you're new to the TBRI Practitioner community or have been sharing TBRI for years, this event is designed to encourage, equip, and connect us as we continue transforming lives through relationships.

🎟️ Registration is now open. Reserve your spot today.

🔗 mytbri.learnworlds.com/transformculturesofcare

*This event is intended for current TBRI® Practitioners only.

09/21/2026

This World Gratitude Day, some of our staff and students took a moment to practice mindfulness through the act of gratitude. 🌱

Mindfulness invites us to slow down, become present, and notice what is happening around us. Practicing gratitude is a great way to be mindful by noticing the good around us everyday and grounding ourselves in the present moment.

Now it's your turn! Take a moment to practice mindfulness by naming something you are grateful for in the comments below! 🎤

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