Building a Bridge to Belonging: Supporting Children in Foster Care and Adoption

In this moving episode, we are joined by international guest Jeanette Yoffe, Clinical Director of Yoffe Therapy and founder of the Celia Center in LA. Jeanette shares her profound personal journey through the foster and adoption systems, explaining how her own history of separation fueled her mission to become a therapist and advocate. She introduces powerful therapeutic tools — such as the "anger, sad, and out-of-control bags" — designed to help children process the complex traumas and instabilities often associated with being in care.For educators, Jeanette highlights the critical role of becoming a "safe attachment figure" through consistency and routine. She discusses how predictable environments provide an essential anchor for children who have experienced upheaval and offers guidance on building respectful, non-judgmental partnerships with foster and adoptive families. This episode is an invaluable resource for any professional looking to provide trauma-informed support and a sense of belonging to children navigating the complexities of the child welfare system.Find out more:https://celiacenter.org/https://yoffetherapy.com/?srsltid=AfmBOorTYpNvgu1cMzthnTPrz43GYzuqIGC-kb7xrzw_NzQ6Awa2Xxch If you enjoyed this episode, consider leaving us a review on your favourite podcast platform.Have questions or feedback? Connect with us on social media or email us at [email protected] with Us:- Website: www.learnplaythrive.com.au- Instagram: @learnplaythrive_- Facebook: @Learn Play Thrive Australia- Email: [email protected]