Polyvagal Theory and the Developing Child

 "This book could and should be required reading for teachers, physicians, psychotherapists, and any other professional caregivers interested in the development of resilience as an optimal outcome." —Deborah L. Korn, Psy.D., Faculty, Trauma Research Foundation and EMDR Institute, coauthor, EVERY MEMORY DESERVES RESPECT.

Working with Relational Trauma in Children’s Residential Care

This timely and accessible book seamlessly blends Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy with insights from contemporary neuroscience, providing a fresh perspective on applying these principles to therapeutic environments for children with profound trauma experiences. The authors showcase the remarkable effectiveness of the DDP approach, cultivating a therapeutic atmosphere that warmly and playfully invites children into a realm of safety. Through co-regulation and a 'symmetry' of presence with the child, their approach encourages children to process their trauma-related experiences, creating an environment where they can securely embark on a journey of emotional healing and growth.

Stephen W. Porges, PhD., Developer of Polyvagal Theory

DDP in Residential

“This book will be of great value not only in residential care but anywhere where DDP is practiced. Based on the authors' wealth of experience this book is full of conversations and stories that beautifully illustrate DDP principles to practice, whilst providing safety and new knowledge of self and other.”
~Dan Hughes, Ph.D., Developer of DDP

“If you care about children, please take this book with you wherever you go and devour it. You'll learn that residential treatment is not a place of last resort; it can be a place that gives rise to hope.”
~Jonathan Baylin, coauthor of Attachment-Focused Therapy

This is a wonderful book that affirms the importance of DDP in the relationships of children in out of home care. Kim Golding and her colleagues reflect on the how relationships have the power to transform childhood pain and trauma into meaning that heals.
~Joe Tucci, CEO, Australia Childhood Foundation