Facilitator Dr. Maureen Monahan, PhD Suicide Prevention Specialist & Project Administrator New York State Psychiatric Institute Description While trauma and suicide risk are inextricably linked, there are few resources and limited guidance on how to work effectively with clients who exhibit symptoms of both. Further, trauma is known to exacerbate suicide risk, and past suicidal behaviors can become a source of trauma, again adding to future risk. The Trauma Informed Care Approach to Suicide Prevention workshop provides guidance and a framework for mental health providers to engage in effective Trauma Informed Care (TIC) for clients exhibiting suicide risk. The framework considers the pervasive nature of trauma while promoting environments of healing and recovery, rather than practices and services that may inadvertently retraumatize. TIC is a client-centered approach that highlights the need for establishing safety, trust, choice, and empowerment in the interaction between the client and provider. In addition, TIC emphasizes shared decision-making and motivational interviewing principles to increase treatment engagement