Mr Wiggles Loses His Wiggle

By Debbie Birt and Melissa Jenkins

Based on psychological theories of mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, as well as concepts from Cognitive Behavioural therapy and psycho-education, Mr Wiggles takes children on a journey as he goes through the loss of a pet and all the emotions associated with it. Pets are often a big part of a child’s life and losing them stirs up many questions and emotions for a child.

This book is aimed to help children name and express emotions and can help teach them about the cycle of life and death. It is also a tool for parents and professionals to assist children to be mindful of their sadness, to notice but not stay in it. It teaches children to find healthy ways to express emotions about any loss in their lives and develop coping skills for managing grief.

• Language: English
• Publisher: Balboa Press AU
• Release date: Apr 14, 2021
• ISBN: 9781982290030

Debbie Birt

I am a registered psychologist in Australia and have been counselling children for over 13 years in the area of family counselling, including: trauma, abuse, domestic violence, separation and divorce, blended family issues, grief and loss, behavioural and emotional issues. I have two young nephews and two stepchildren who have inspired me in my work and in many other ways. I am originally from South Africa, where I spent the first 22 years of my life. I love to travel and have visited the USA eight times, as well as many other countries, where I have learnt to be open to everything; to make the most of this time we have and to be kind to one another, as we never know what someone else may be going through. I love equipping children with tools and helpful values to navigate life’s challenges.

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