Authors at Caversham: Andrea Chatwin, Healing Big Hurts
Join us for an evening with the author of a new book for parents, caregivers, and professionals supporting children affected by developmental trauma.
About the Book
Intended for parents of children and teens who have experienced significant relational losses and attachment ruptures, Healing Big Hurts is a road map for navigating the journey of trauma therapy. Whether your child has already started treatment or you are just beginning to look for a therapist, this reassuring guide walks you through each step of the process, including how to prepare other family members, overcome obstacles to involvement, manage the pace of sessions, navigate shifting priorities, manage your own reactions in session, and more. If you are a professional, this book will explain how to offer families the life-giving experience of parent-child trauma therapy.
About Andrea
Andrea Chatwin, MA, CCC, is a trauma therapist, author, speaker, consultant, and adoptive parent whose unique insight into child development, trauma and attachment has led to systemic changes in caring for children who have suffered parental loss. She founded A Child's Song to support children, youth and families impacted by developmental trauma as well as the professionals they depend on.