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Sam Feels Better Now! An Interactive Story for Children

Jill Osborne
Loving Healing Press (2008)
ISBN 9781932690606
Reviewed by Kam Aures for RebeccasReads (4/11)

In the Introduction to “Sam Feels Better Now:  An Interactive Story for Children,” the author states: “This book presents stage one of trauma therapy for children (Brack 2007).  It will help those with psychological injury from abuse or other causes.  The intention is for the child to use it in conjunction with a therapist.  This can occur over a period of time, not necessarily within one session.  Further work may be needed following completion of this book.  The therapist is encouraged to follow this program while consulting with caregivers to create a safe, supportive environment for their child and family.”  (p.1)

What follows is an interactive story about a young boy named Sam who visits a therapist with his mother.  Sam has been scared by something and is having difficulty sleeping, eating, and getting along with others.  The therapist takes him through a series of activities including drawing, playing, and telling stories aimed at the goal of helping Sam to feel better.  Throughout the book there are areas where the child is invited to draw pictures to help Sam.  For instance, “Can you help Sam by drawing ways that will help him relax?” (p.27)

The author of the book, Jill Osborne holds is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a M.S. and Ed. S in professional counseling.   This book, “Sam Feels Better Now:  An Interactive Story for Children” contains elements of trauma therapy, play therapy, and expressive therapy to help children work through their situations.

I think that any therapist working with children would benefit from having this book on hand.  The text of the story is easy for a young child to understand while the interactive format of “Sam Feels Better Now:  An Interactive Story for Children” allows for a child to open up and feel comfortable in expressing themselves in a fun and non-intimidating manner.  They will be able to relate to the main character Sam and will hopefully achieve the same results that he does.   

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