Susan Badeau

There are only two lasting gifts we can give our children - one is roots, the other is wings

Bio & Photos

Here is a brief bio and a couple of photos of Sue that can be downloaded for conference brochures and other materials. You can find a more complete bio here.

DOWNLOAD SUE BADEAU'S BIO

SPEAKING DEMO VIDEOS:

In this brief 5-minute speaking demo, Sue Badeau talks about tools that are needed for the journey of healing children by equipping parents. (Video created by 'Two Girls Video Production.')

In this brief 5-minute speaking demo, Sue Badeau shares some reflections about rebuilding hope after experiencing trauma. (Video created by 'Two Girls Video Production.')

LIVE STREAMS:

BELIEVE 2017-Day 1- Fostering Hope; June 20, 2017, First Baptist Church on the Square
Livestream : https://livestream.com/accounts/7043450/events/7528450/videos/158539924

BELIEVE 2017 -Day 2- Trauma-Informed Care Seminar: Translating Principles into Practice. June 22, 2017, First Baptist Church on the Square
Livestream: https://livestream.com/accounts/7043450/events/7535324

AUDIO FILE: WBCL 90.3 Sue and Hector share their experience in foster care and adoption, coping with teen pregnancies, addictions, and the grip of grief after the untimely deaths of three of their children. LISTEN NOW

AUDIO FILE: Pysch Up Live with Dr. Suzanne Phillips Sue and Chelsea Badeau talk about their book "Building Bridges of Hope: A Coloring Book For Adults Caring for Children Who have Experienced Trauma," and offer strategies from research, theory, and clinical experience. LISTEN NOW

VIDEO: Sue talks about her new book and the joys and trials of raising 22 children on Truth of Heritage TV.WATCH VIDEO

AUDIO FILE: "Giving of Ourselves" on WHYY Public Media Dr. Dan Gottlieb talks with Susan Badeau and Stephen Post about the art of giving - as an act of love and caring and as a gift that gives back. LISTEN NOW

AUDIO FILE: Sue discusses adoption on Faithradio.com LISTEN NOW

LISTEN NOW:

Sue's Tips for Schooling at Home

Sue Talks About Celebrating Special Dates While Staying at Home

Sue Provides Helpful Tips for Adults to Talk to Children About Coronavirus

Sue Talks About Reflecting Throughout the Day

Take a few moments throughout the day to reflect, be mindful, and care for yourself even in the midst of the uncertainty created by the upheavals in our lives these days.

Sue's Upcoming Events

Events that are open to the public will include a link for registration or more information. Other events are private for the specified agency/organization only.

Breathe: Take Time for Self Care & Painting with a Purpose

Multiple dates & locations

Contact me if you want to learn how you can host one of these events

Thought Leadership Roundtable: Going from Trauma-Informed to Trauma Responsive

February 9, 2023

Zoom event - contact me for registration information

Contact me if you want to learn how to bring this event to your organization

Supporting Sibling Relationships in Foster, Kin & Adoptive Families

February 16, 2023

NEXUS-PATH - North Dakota

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Engaging & Partnering with Youth & Families

February 23, 2023

LA Department of Mental Health

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More To Come

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2022 Calendar of Events NEW EVENTS ADDED

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Self-Care, Learning and Fun All at the Same Time!

There is an adult coloring book craze sweeping the nation, and now, there is a very special resource available that allows you to jump in on this craze while learning about caring for children who have experienced trauma. This book, released offers over 50 images to color while also providing all of the information and parenting tips Sue typically includes in a full day workshop.

Check it out and get your copy today!

Also, email sue@suebadeau.com if you are interested in a bulk-rate discount so you can provide copies to your entire support group, agency, organization or church group.

Learn more about my new coloring book here.