The December Childhood Trauma Newsletter – Holiday Trauma Tips, 2022 Book Suggestions, & Free Event
Happy-ish holidays and welcome to the December 2022 issue of the Childhood Trauma Newsletter. The holiday season can be a cocktail of every emotion with
Best Trauma-Informed Books of 2022
As my holiday gift to you I am sharing a round-up of my favorite parenting and trauma-informed books of 2022! These books are not necessarily
The November Childhood Trauma Newsletter – Dr. Bruce Perry Event
Welcome to the November edition of the Childhood Trauma Newsletter created by BethTyson Trauma Consulting. What’s inside? Change is here for children with traumatic pasts
Treating PTSD for Children of Divorce
Divorce can undoubtedly be stressful for couples, but children caught in the crossfire can also experience a lot of pain. According to research, 46% of
New Animated Series on Childhood Trauma – The Connections Matter Academy
Welcome to episode #1 of The Connections Matter Academy! What is The Connections Matter Academy? Why did we create it? “Child trauma occurs more than
Tips for a Trauma-Informed Halloween from a Child Therapist
October is my favorite month of the year. I live in the northeast and watching the leaves turn colors and fall to the ground ignites
September 2022 Newsletter – 3 Steps for School Anxiety, Autumn Can Trigger Grief, & Kinship Month
Welcome to the September 2022 edition of the Childhood Trauma Newsletter! This month we will cover kinship care, children’s grief, school anxiety, mitigating factors of
July 2022 Newsletter: Traumatic Memories in Early Childhood, Triggers, and How to Co-Regulate
I have a hot topic for a HOT July edition of the Childhood Trauma Newsletter. This month I will focus on traumatic memories in young
Debunking the Kubler-Ross Five Stages of Grief & 10 Tips to Stay Attached to the Deceased
It’s the middle of the night in 2005. My Nokia cell phone vibrates me awake somewhere under the covers, and I manage to locate it
The June Childhood Trauma Newsletter – Vicarious Trauma, Suzy DeYoung & The C.A.R.E.S Model
Welcome to the June edition of the childhood trauma newsletter. The past few weeks have been heavy for caregivers as we grapple with the aftermath
Coping with Anxiety After the Death of a Parent
Journalist Susanna Arthur from Psychcentral.com reached out to me a few weeks back and asked me to contribute to this article on the connection between
Restoring Trust After Childhood Trauma – Evidence-based Skills for Helping Children Heal
Childhood trauma is the core reason so many children are suffering with their mental health right now. Children are scared. Their sense of safety and
Helping Children Cope with Ambiguous Loss and Ongoing Uncertainty
Childhood trauma consultant and children’s book author, Beth Tyson, discusses what Ambiguous Loss is, why it’s important right now, and what we can do to
It’s Time to Redefine Happiness for Children in 2022
Every time I see an email headline with “Happy New Year!” from the newsletters I subscribe to it falls flat. Who is truly happy after
How to Talk to Kids About School Shootings
Today I was interviewed by Your Teen For Parents Media about how to talk to our children about school shootings. It was a timely conversation
Best Gifts for Tweens in 2021 for Social-Emotional Development
Choosing a special gift for a tween can be challenging if you aren’t paying close attention. Tweens develop emotionally and physically at different rates, and
Why Transitions are Tough for Children Impacted by Trauma & What to Do About It
Does your child refuse to leave the playground or other locations without a meltdown? Transitions between activities are tough for toddlers and preschoolers, but especially
How Our Emotional Wounds Sabotage Our Parenting and What To Do About It
Is your reaction to your children’s behavior out of proportion to the situation at hand? This happens to all parents from time-to-time, but if you
What to Do When You Disagree About Vaccinating Your Children
I had the tremendous honor of being published this week in Forbes Magazine regarding how to handle family disputes about vaccinating our children. In the
Becoming a Trauma Therapist – The Beginner’s Mindset
This week I bring you my recent podcast interview with the one and only Guy MacPherson from The Trauma Therapist podcast! I am a massive
Feeling Anxious or Blue? It Could be a Pandemic “Anniversary Reaction”
About one year ago, for the first time in our living history, we experienced mass distress on a global level as the world faced the
Overcoming Trauma & Helping Children Cope with the Pandemic
Have you noticed a change in your child’s behavior recently? Due to the ongoing stress of the pandemic, and the civil unrest in our country,
A Recipe for Raising Resilient Children in 2021
It’s no secret that in 2021 mental health problems will continue on a steep rise for children and families. That is why Prerna and I
Understanding and Coping with Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD)
Are you caring for a child who consistently pushes you away with challenging behavior? Do you take two steps forward only to take four steps