In 2018, Resilient Futures was created when three clinical psychologists, Dr. Laura McArthur, Dr. Eleonora Cahill, and Dr. Megan Brennan, united under a unified mission to cultivate safe and resilient communities for every young person.

Resilient Futures was conceived to help bridge the gap in trauma-informed training within schools and youth-serving organizations.

Behind many youth behavioral challenges lie untold stories of adversity, where what appears as maladaptive behaviors are often survival mechanisms in disguise. Now the question was how to bring this knowledge, along with practical trauma-informed tools and strategies, to Educators and Community Leaders - shifting mindsets, behaviors, and ultimately school culture - to drive sustainable change.

Drawing from their experience at acclaimed academic institutions such as the Harvard School of Education, University of California, San Francisco (UCSF), UPenn, and more, the trio saw the urgent need for a dedicated nonprofit entity to cater fully to the clamoring demands for training and support from educational institutions nationwide.

As society grapples with the harsh realities of poverty, abuse & neglect, and other forms of trauma affecting our youth at alarming rates, Resilient Futures stands for hope and healing. With each passing day, schools and organizations increasingly acknowledge the profound impact of trauma on their students, teachers, and everyone in the school community. Consequently, the demand for trauma-informed training and programming has surged. 5 years since its founding, Resilient Futures has trained 5,400+ educators and community leaders, impacting over 165,000 students across the country.

At the heart of their work remains the commitment to unraveling the intricate web of trauma. Through comprehensive training and advocacy, Resilient Futures champions the cultivation of environments where safety and resilience flourish for all.