Windows to Our Practice is a powerful collection of personal essays from child therapists across the globe-each inspired by the pioneering work of Violet Oaklander and her integrative Gestalt therapy model. Set against the backdrop of world events, this book captures the raw, heartfelt reflections of therapists navigating grief, trauma, and connection, while bringing their own cultural identities and lived experiences into the therapy room.
Featuring voices from Bosnia to Kenya, the UK to Colombia, and beyond, these stories reveal how play therapy, art, and authenticity help children heal and thrive. Whether you’re a practicing therapist, a student of psychology, or a reader drawn to personal journeys of resilience and transformation, this volume offers wisdom, inspiration, and deep humanity.
A tribute to Violet Oaklander’s legacy, this book is a must-read for anyone who inspired by the healing power of connection.