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Trauma-Informed Resources · TI-05

My Support Circle

Map different kinds of possible support, how reachable they are, and what backups may be needed, without assuming who belongs close to you.

Specialist review required
Ages 8+ and adults with trauma-informed support15-25 minutesGuided worksheetComplete page
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Full-resolution WebP artwork with print-safe margins. Review the guidance below before use.

How to use it

  1. Choose whether the rings mean closeness, reliability, access, or something else.
  2. Add people, professionals, places, communities, routines, or resources only where they fit for you.
  3. Leave spaces empty, move tokens, or keep names private.
  4. Add how to reach support and at least one backup where possible.

Reflection prompts

  • Which support feels most reliable or reachable right now?
  • What barrier or backup should be included in the plan?

Facilitator guidance

Never assume family, caregivers, partners, institutions, or professionals are safe. Ask before naming supports, distinguish emotional from practical and emergency roles, and assess privacy risks if the completed map could be seen by others.

Adaptations & accessibility

  • Use role labels, initials, icons, or coded names.
  • Replace circles with a list, map, or separate support categories.
  • Create a safely stored digital or portable version only with permission.

Review considerations

Enhanced licensed trauma-specialist and safeguarding review required before use; confirm actual availability, safety, confidentiality, access, and backup options.

This is a layout-complete draft. Complete the stated clinical, accessibility, and local-policy review before client use or publication.