Your FBA is a Fantasy!: A Guidebook to Creating Truly Trauma-Informed, Neuro-Affirming Functional Behavior Assessments & Behavior Support Plans

"The Bowmans have written a book that bridges the gap between trauma theory and practical school-based application with rare depth and heart, providing a powerful guide for transforming how we understand and support students whose behaviors reflect deep nervous system distress. ...For those of us who understand trauma through the lens of embodiment and relational repair, this work is not only timely—it's essential."— Dr. Arielle Schwartz, PhD, author of Applied Polyvagal Theory in Therapeutic Practice and The Complex PTSD WorkbookSay goodbye to punishment- and contingency-based behavior plans and behavior interventions—and hello to plans that focus on root causes, and use neuroscience-aligned strategies for optimal outcomes!Are you done chasing compliance?Are you tired of behavior plans that don't actually change behavior?Wish there was a practical, trauma-informed, neuro-affirming way to truly support your students—without outdated charts, generic strategies, or compliance-driven methods?THIS IS THE BOOK & IMPLEMENTATION KIT YOU'VE BEEN WAITING FOR!—A complete, neuroscience-aligned guide to understanding why students act out—and how to respond with compassion and confidence.— COMBINED WITH A READY-TO-ROLL SYSTEM AND A PORTAL WITH 30+ TIME-SAVING TEMPLATES AND A VAST ARRAY OF TOOLS AND RESOURCES Whether you're a teacher, school psychologist, specialist, administrator, or counselor, this book gives you the tools to: Recognize signs of dysregulation, stress, and trauma in any student—and integrate trauma-informed responses across the entire school day, not just during "intervention time" Build classroom and school-wide environments where every student—especially those with trauma histories or neurodivergence—can thrive Conduct trauma-informed Functional Behavior Assessments (FBAs) of root causes—not just surface symptoms (stop chasing smoke and put out the fire!) Create strengths-based Behavior Support Plans (BSPs) that build skills, self-regulation, and relationships Why This Book Stands Out:Grounded in neuroscience, packed with real-world strategies, and written in clear, accessible language—this book bridges the gap between what research tells us and what actually works in today's classrooms.This book isn't just for those who conduct the assessments and write the plans, it's for ALL EDUCATORS serving students who struggle in the classroom daily so that they can apporpriately be a source of healing, regulation, and ultimately the bridge to learning for ALL THEIR STUDENTS. This is about connection, skill-building, and real behavior change.All this, PLUS Portal access to: Downloadable templates and tools for every step of the process Step-by-step implementation guides Clear case examples from real schools Read more