Posts by Kelly DiBenedetto, LMHC, ATR
The Art of Art Therapy
Art therapy is based on the idea that creative expression and the creative process aid in healing and serve as nonverbal means of communication. At BPAR we
Read MoreBook Review: HEY WARRIOR
Anxiety can be overwhelming and scary for kids, and it’s a common feeling for adoptees. HEY WARRIOR is resource that’s accessible and digestible for kids, one that educates them about anxiety and teaches them how to manage it. Learn more about this simple but brilliantly written book.
Read MoreTips for Supporting LGBTQ Kids in Adoption
Many of our adoptee clients are exploring their gender and sexual identity, and we feel it is vital for foster and adoptive parents, social workers, mental health workers, teachers and other individuals who work with fostered or adopted children and teens to be aware of the challenges, needs and best practices for working with SOGIE issues.
Read MoreBook Review: A CHANCE IN THE WORLD
A CHANCE IN THE WORLD, the incredibly powerful story of author Steve Pemberton’s youth in the foster care system, highlights the power of the human spirit to overcome adversity and persist to make dreams a reality.
Read MoreThe Caregivers Bill of Rights
A reminder to parents about the importance of self-care and identifying your rights as caretakers. Write these down and keep them visible so you remember …
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