BEYOND BEHAVIOR Understanding Trauma & Attachment in Foster & Adopted Kids

BEYOND BEHAVIOR Understanding Trauma & Attachment in Foster & Adopted Kids

Only 3 hours to transform your approach. Learn how trauma and attachment issues impact families at this BEYOND BEHAVIOR event.

By The Simplified Struggle

Date and time

Wednesday, May 21 · 9:30am - 12:30pm EDT

Location

Champion Life Church

3357 Constitution Boulevard Darlington, PA 16115

Agenda

9:30 AM - 12:30 PM

Transforming Challenging Behaviors: Help Foster & Adoptive families heal

Gladney Center for Adoption

This intensive 3-hour workshop explores the critical relationship between trauma, attachment, and behavior in children who have experienced separation from biological parents. Particularly focused on...

About this event

  • Event lasts 3 hours

BEYOND BEHAVIOR Understanding Trauma & Attachment in Foster & Adopted Kids

This event is a must-attend for anyone working with foster and adopted families! Join us at Champion Life Church for a day of learning and growth. Gladney Center for Adoption offers this rare FREE workshop where you will gain valuable insights into trauma and attachment issues that these children may face. Our expert speaker, Amy Swigart, will share practical strategies to help you better understand and support these kids. Don't miss out on this opportunity to connect with other caregivers and professionals in the field. Register now and take your understanding beyond behavior!

Frequently asked questions

Who should attend this?

This workshop is intended for professionals working in the foster care and adoption spaces. Caseworkers, therapists, school counselors, pediatricians, behavioral support teams, residential treatment staff and others will connect with the information shared.

Is this appropriate for the families I serve?

This information is helpful to anyone surrounded by kids with behavior concerns. However, the topics are focused on professionals that work with these families. For a family centered program, contact The Simplified Struggle at Admin@TheSimplifiedStruggle to get information about that May workshop.

Who is the speaker?

Amy Swigart, MS, DAPA, is an internationally recognized expert on Reactive Attachment Disorder. Her career as a juvenile probation officer and local therapist gives the most comprehensive view of behaviors you have ever seen. Amy will help you understand what drives behaviors and how to intervene.

Who do I contact if I have questions?

Contact Liz Garcia at The Simplified Struggle. Email Admin@TheSimplifiedStruggle.com

I can't make the event in person. Will it be livestreamed?

Yes! Please purchase the virtual ticket option. You will receive the link via email when it is available.

How much does it cost?

This workshop is absolutely free and sponsored by Gladney Center for Adoption.

Organized by

The Simplified Struggle

The Simplified Struggle presents a life-changing workshop for foster and adoptive parents. Our main speaker is Amy Swigart, international RAD expert, former juvenile probation officer, foster parent & mental health therapist. Our events give you enough time to learn, absorb and take some baby steps towards peace in your life.

We Know What You're Going Through:

  • The endless cycle of meltdowns that leave everyone exhausted
  • The guilt when someone suggests "just discipline more"
  • The isolation of having a child whose behavior others don't understand
  • The fear that this might be as good as it gets

Your Path Forward Starts Here: Learn from a powerful combination of clinical expertise & real-life experience.

  • Real-world strategies that work for children with attachment challenges
  • Practical tools to bring peace back to your home
  • Connection with other families who truly "get it"
  • A renewed sense that there IS hope ahead

>>>>What has your experience as a foster or adoptive parent done to your confidence as a parent? <<<<

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