Reclaiming Youth at Risk: Futures of Promise

Reclaiming Youth at Risk delves into the core needs of youth, addressing belonging, mastery, independence, and generosity. The book offers practical strategies grounded in the Circle of Courage model, helping educators, counselors, and caregivers foster resilience and purpose in youth. It navigates through relational trauma and the power of experiential learning to build trust and autonomy.

What You'll Learn

• Understand the universal needs of belonging, mastery, and independence
• Explore trust-building strategies for adult-wary children
• Learn about experiential and brain-friendly learning methods
• Discover how to develop resilient problem-solving skills
• Rethink discipline to promote autonomy in youth

Who This Book Is For

This book is ideal for educators, counselors, and caregivers working with at-risk youth. It caters to professionals seeking to deepen their understanding of youth development and resilience building.

What You Need to Know First

A basic understanding of developmental psychology and youth counseling is recommended. No specific prior knowledge of the Circle of Courage is required.

Why This Book

The book's approach is unique in integrating the Circle of Courage model with practical strategies for building resilience. It stands out by linking emotional needs with educational strategies, making it a holistic guide.

What's Inside

Authored by Larry K. Brendtro, Martin Brokenleg, and Steve Van Bockern, this 194-page book is published by Solution Tree Press. It includes comprehensive chapters on relational trauma, trust-building, and experiential learning.