Amanda Seyderhelm is an experienced certified play therapist who trains families, schools and organisations how to help children cope with loss, bereavement, grief, and change using play and the creative arts to build optimism, wellbeing, and resilience. The author of Helping Children Become the Heroes of their Stories: a practical guide to overcoming adversity and building resilience in every setting, and Helping Children Cope with Loss and Change: a guide for professionals and parents. In her private practice she has treated children from primary, and secondary school settings, and also worked closely with the ASF, and the team at Great Ormond Street Hospital Charity introducing the creative arts to young patients. She is now a partner agency for Barnardos Charity, and is CRUSE qualified to work with children, and young people. A member of BACP (no. 00971595).