Heather T. Forbes Lcsw
About the Author
Heather T. Forbes, LCSW, is a renowned psychotherapist and author specializing in trauma-informed care for children and families affected by attachment disorders and complex trauma. With over two decades of clinical experience, she founded the Institute for Relational and Sexual Trauma Therapy, where she develops innovative approaches to healing that emphasize empathy, connection, and nervous system regulation over traditional punitive methods. Her groundbreaking work challenges conventional parenting and therapeutic paradigms, offering practical tools for fostering secure attachments and emotional resilience. Forbes's writings draw from her extensive practice, blending clinical insights with compassionate narratives to empower parents, educators, and professionals in supporting children's recovery from adversity.
