Resilience is often thought of as simply pushing through tough times, but in trauma-informed practice, it’s actually about calming the nervous system and recognizing our strengths, focusing on “what’s strong,...

When I talk about strength-based approaches in organizations that serve children and families, I sometimes see a familiar reaction. A slight pause, then a question about what strength-based means.A raised...

When I became a parent to four children from the foster care system, I thought I understood trauma and its effects on children. I had read many well-regarded books on...

The holidays have a way of pulling us in every direction at once. There’s the joy, of course—the lights, the traditions, the small magical moments. But there’s also the weight:...

This is the third case study I have shared over the last few months to illustrate Wildewood Learning’s partnership with schools and organizations that serve families and children, with a...

On long road trips alone, I enjoy listening to podcasts. I like filling my mind with others’ wisdom. This past weekend, I listened to Brené Brown’s Dare to Lead podcast....

A recent regional story about a high-school “mock crash”—a staged DUI collision with blood, sirens, and ambulances—took me back to practices many communities once embraced as prevention. I grew up...

This is the second case study I will share, illustrating Wildewood Learning’s partnerships with schools and organizations that serve families and children, with a focus on trauma-informed, strength-based interventions. The...

Over the next few weeks, I will share several case studies that illustrate Wildewood Learning’s partnerships with schools and organizations serving families and children, focusing on trauma-informed, strength-based interventions. The...

It’s just a few days away from September. September has always been a month of transition for me. As a parent and former classroom teacher, when September rolls around, it...

When I was a teacher, I wasn’t a huge fan of behavior charts. Kids are bright, and some would learn how to work the system to get a sticker, candy,...

I have been in many therapists ‘, social workers’, or mental health professionals’ offices over the years. I mostly attended appointments with family members, as well as a few for...