Richard Kagan is gespecialiseerd in het ontwikkelen van interventies en programma's voor complexe trauma's bij kinderen en gezinnen. Zijn werk is breed gepubliceerd en hij is een veelgevraagd spreker op internationale conferenties van instanties over familietherapie, traumazorg en jeugdzorg. Hij richt zich op het ondersteunen van gezinnen die worstelen met diepgaande psychologische uitdagingen, en zijn aanpak wordt wereldwijd erkend. Zijn expertise ligt in praktische strategieën voor het omgaan met en helen van traumatische ervaringen.
The Hero's Mask Guidebook provides practical strategies to be used alongside the storybook, The Hero's Mask. It has been designed to promote an understanding of the impact of traumatic stress and what counselors, therapists, educators, parents and caregivers can do to promote healing and recovery.
Inspired by a new teacher using stories of heroes to shape the curriculum, eleven-year-old Carrie and her friends work together to stop the bullies picking on their classmates and unravel the mysteries in their school. Includes a note from the author.
Healing from Losses, Violence, Abuse, and Neglect
Focusing on the therapeutic needs of traumatized children, this guide provides essential strategies for understanding and overcoming the effects of loss, neglect, and violence on development. Dr. Richard Kagan emphasizes the importance of fostering strengths in children and their families while aiming to rebuild connections and instill hope. The book is intended to complement "Real Life Heroes," a workbook that encourages self-esteem through creative arts, helping children confront their past traumas with positive values and pride.