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

By Rick Bowman and Doris Bowman

Behavior tells a story. Transform how you understand it-and respond withtrauma-informed neuroscience-aligned strategies that truly work.

Far more than just a "how-to" guide for Functional Behavior Assessments and Behavior Support Plans, this

book empowers educators in any role with the why-a clear, trauma-informed, neuroscience-aligned

understanding of student behavior. Then it delivers the how with a flexible, ready-to-use framework for

applying that insight in every setting across the school day.

In the classroom, hallway, lunchroom, or team meeting-whether you're responsible to conduct the

assessment and create the plan, or to implement the plan daily with the student-you'll be equipped to:

Use trauma-informed practices proactively and consistently-not just in crisisConduct trauma-informed FBAs that uncover the root causes of behaviorDesign effective, skills-based behavior support plans that build regulation and connectionRecognize and respond to signs of stress, trauma, and dysregulation in any school settingCreate behavior plans that build lasting skills, not just attempt to reduce behaviorsApply trauma-informed practices not just in intervention plans-but throughout the entire school dayCreate environments where all students, especially those with trauma or neurodivergence, can thrive

Grounded in neuroscience and real-world experience, this guide makes powerful, research-backed practices

accessible for real-world implementation. It bridges the gap between understanding student needs and

responding with interventions that truly work-without overwhelming staff or relying on outdated behavior

charts and punishment-based methods.

Includes downloadable templates, planning tools, and sample interventions for immediate use-plus

exclusive access to a comprehensive online Resource Portal filled with additional tools, extended guidance,

recommended practices, and implementation supports to deepen your impact across all settings.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0996223827
• ISBN13: 9780996223829
• Release Date: September 2025
• Publisher: Journey Books, LLC
• Length: 322 Pages
• Weight: 2.22 lbs.
• Dimensions: 0.9" x 8.5" x 11.0"
• Age Range: 18 years and up
• Grade Range: Postsecondary