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Therapeutic PACE Parenting Workbook PACE In Practice

COMING SOON A Trauma-Informed Handbook for Foster Carers, Supervising Social Workers & Professionals By Esther Douglas EADSPACE Training & Consultancy Ltd Children who have experienced trauma do not simply need behaviour management they need relationships that help them feel safe, seen, valued and understood. PACE in Practice is a powerful, practical and reflective handbook designed to help foster carers, supervising social workers and professionals understand the deeper meaning behind children’s behaviour and respond using therapeutic, trauma-informed parenting approaches. Rooted in the principles of: PACE (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity & Empathy) Secure Base Attachment Theory Shame-Aware Practice Restorative & Relational Approaches This handbook moves beyond theory into real-life fostering situations. Inside you will find: ✔️ Practical everyday scenarios ✔️ High-risk situation guidance ✔️ PACE scripts and responses ✔️ Reflection exercises and worksheets ✔️ Secure Base tools ✔️ The Shield of Shame ✔️ Parenting styles and attachment insights ✔️ Supervision discussion sheets ✔️ Connection before correction strategies ✔️ Emotional regulation and repair guidance Written with warmth, honesty and professional insight, this handbook encourages carers to reflect not only on children’s attachment histories — but also on how stress, trauma and relationships can influence their own parenting responses. Rather than asking: “What is wrong with this child?” This book invites readers to ask: "What has happened to this child, and what do they need from me now?” Whether you are a foster carer, kinship carer, supervising social worker, residential practitioner or professional supporting children and families, *PACE in Practice* offers a compassionate and realistic guide to building trust, connection, emotional safety and healing relationships. Children heal through relationships and safe, connected adults become part of that healing.