Helping Our Kids Heal From Life's Deepest Hurts

Welcome to the Called to Love Podcast! For this episode, I am joined with an incredible guest who offers us a lot of hope as adoptive and foster parents, trying to help our kids heal from trauma… but this story does come with a trigger warning for those who’ve experienced domestic violence or assault, and this is not an episode for little ears. However, it is an episode of hope! These events did not define my incredible guest: Kimberly Haar. Kimberly said what the enemy meant for evil, God used for good! Kimberly is a writer, speaker, co-host on a radio show, licensed therapist and podcaster herself. Her private practice is based out of Tulsa, Oklahoma and its called “There’s Hope! Counseling.” Her new book is titled, “Healing from Life's Deepest Hurts: Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss, or Trauma” and it centers on why our good God lets bad things happen. It inspires today’s conversation, shifting focus to specifically how we can help our kids process their trauma. I am so glad you’ve joined me for this episode. Let’s dive in! Key topics in this episode: Kimberly Haar's personal story of domestic violence and recovery The impact of trauma on the brain and body Practical steps for caregivers to support trauma healing The importance of emotional safety and consistency for children The role of faith and God's presence in healing Understanding triggers and the long-term healing process The significance of patience and layered healing How to foster a safe environment for emotional expression To learn more about Kimberly, check out her website! Learn more about her book, “Healing from Life's Deepest Hurts: Reclaiming Your Life After Grief, Loss, or Trauma” Follow her on Facebook or Instagram To submit your prayer requests, use this form by clicking here! You can email me your questions about adoption and foster care at [email protected]. I would love to connect with you on Instagram or send you my monthly newsletter with free resources and first access to episodes and more! Called to Love is a part of the Christian Parenting Podcast Network. To learn more, check out their other shows or resources, head to their website: https://www.christianparenting.org/