Have you ever wanted to put the pieces of your life together? Not just to look where you have come from but to help yourself move forward? What about helping…

Research has shown that parental involvement in childhood anxiety treatments is often a necessary condition for positive treatment response.  In fact, some research shows that younger children with anxiety (i.e.,…

When our sensory systems are overloaded or under stimulated it can be so hard to live life with ease and joy. But we're not just talking about the 5 senses…

This 3-part workshop is designed for adoption agencies (staff and families), child-welfare organizations and conferences. Transracial caregiving is a multifaceted journey for the entire family, but it is often the…

This presentation will discuss the potential of art therapy techniques to support emotional regulation for children with a history of neurodevelopmental disabilities, trauma, and/or mental health challenges. Rebekah & Carolyn…

In this workshop, we will delve into strategies for combating learned helplessness in young individuals. Our focus will be twofold: examining the factors that contribute to the development of learned…

In this workshop we will explore the current issues related to behavioral challenges of school age children. Participants will explore the nature of challenging behaviors and effective interventions while inspiring…

Part one of this two-part series focuses on youth ages 0-9.  Please note: Part two of this series (on April 18) addresses ages 10-18. Consent is complex and this workshop will give participants the tools to make sure youth understand consent even when they have experienced sexual abuse themselves. Participants will increase their understanding of…

As many of us know, being a foster or adopted child can bring up many conflicted and complex feelings, and connection is at the core of helping develop posttraumatic growth in each child. Noticing a child's behaviors as emotional dysregulation can help us as parents and professionals show up with more compassion and understanding to…

Please join Angela Tucker for a three-part webinar series designed for adoption agencies (staff and families), child-welfare organizations and conferences. Transracial caregiving is a multifaceted journey for the entire family, but it is often the child who bears the brunt of navigating the complexity of the experience. It is critical that caregivers and parents understand…

Human trafficking can seem like an issue that happens in distant countries, but both sex and labor trafficking happen in Minnesota every day. Young people are at increased risk of being trafficked, making it crucial that the adults in their lives understand the issue. Learn about human trafficking, how it happens, signs to watch for,…