BE WITH ME
All children struggle at times managing their big emotions. Be With Me follows the story of Echidna, as he tries to work through his big feelings.
Sometimes he wakes feeling confident and happy, but other days he wakes feeling cross and grumpy. Sometimes something has happened to make him feel this way, but other days, it is just a feeling that is hanging over him. He tries to make things better, but this is hard on his own and he worries that there may be something wrong with him.
Gradually he learns that sharing big feelings with another, and being listened to and supported to talk about what is going on, helps to make him feel better again.
About the Author:
Lorren Arezio is a registered Psychologist, working in Brisbane, Australia. She has a Masters Degree in Clinical Psychology and has worked with children and families for many years in both public health and private settings. Lorren has extensive experience in the area of child protection, providing support and therapy to children, families, foster carers, and other professional staff in order to help children to heal and grow.
She is also experienced in supporting families (adults and children) through transitions, life disruption, managing stress, anxiety and parenting challenges. Lorren works through an attachment and trauma lens, and has specialised in Dyadic Developmental Psychotherapy, Practice and Parenting (DDP). In addition to the above, Lorren maintains a strong interest in adoption, as a mother of three now adult children, the youngest of whom was adopted. This combined experience has enabled Lorren to understand first hand many of the struggles and difficulties experienced by children and families as they transition through various life changes and challenges.
Lorren brings this knowledge and experience with a deep desire to support children and families to thrive.
Lisa –
As a early childhood teacher and play therapist, this story really hit the mark. Such beautiful concepts such as ‘being with’ ‘ as well as patience, acceptance and feeling heard and seen. For children who have experienced trauma, this book will provide so much empathy and felt sense of safety, knowing the people caring for them understand and ‘get them’. I also read this to my children and they were really taken by the words and sentiment of the book, saying ‘maybe all grown ups should read it’ Wonderfully done, Lorren.
Melissa –
I loved this book very well written and illustrated
Chase really enjoyed this