These essays are based on over 40 years professional work and research with children who have experienced violence and abuse. The essays are about children, abuse, silence and the path back to safety.
Waking Up to See – Waking Up to Hear
When a Child’s Distress Becomes a Question for the Adult
An Unloved Child
When the Absence of Love Becomes a Form of Violence
When Care Fails a Child, But Does Not Disappear
In the ability to remain in uncertainty. To see what is there.
And still act.
Children Living with Domestic Violence
To stay human in the presence of another human being—
and not turn away.
Daring to Ask
When Fear Silences—and Safety Makes Speech Possible
Practical Philosophy 