With the passing of Queen Elizabeth II of the United Kingdom, I am reminded of one of her many ‘royal quotes’ used to inspire others – “When life seems hard, the courageous do not lie down and accept defeat; instead, they are all the more determined to struggle for a better future.” This is such a powerful message for children, youth, and families dealing with trauma, abuse, and uncertainty. The fight or flight response is definitely real and drives many of the conversations, behaviors, and treatment plans for the children receiving our services. The emotions of fear, anxiety, sadness, and res...

Most of you have probably driven by a fire station and noticed a diamond-shaped yellow sign with the words "Safe Place" printed in black, but do you know what Safe Place actually is?