Parents as Healers

Every family carries a story. Alongside challenges, there is also love, resilience, wisdom, joy, and hope. The Parents as Healers journey invites parents to explore those stories with compassion and curiosity.

As parents and caregivers, we have the opportunity to support not only our children's development but also their sense of identity, belonging, and healing. The way we listen, respond, celebrate, and connect can have a lasting impact across generations.

The CARMA Way

A healing centered approach to addressing trauma requires a different question that moves beyond “what happened to you” to “what’s right with you” and views those exposed to trauma as agents in the creation of their own wellbeing rather than victims of traumatic events.

By embracing a CARMA Way, parents can support their children's thriving future.

Evidence-Based Concept

HCE was created by Shawn Ginwright in 2018 and is based on more than 30 years of research and practice with young people, schools, probation departments and social workers.