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Dr Lisa Cherry

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Author, Trainer, Consultant & Researcher, supporting settings services & systems in becoming trauma-informed. Research: care, exclusion, belonging Living in the liminal space with #myeloma www.lisacherry.co.uk

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Feb 13

Oh my. It's here. The book cover! How beautiful is this? It took some time to develop but we got there and I think you'll agree, it's stunning!

Out in May!

Pre-order your copy here:

www.amazon.co.uk/Weaving-Web-...

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · 6d

We're going to have the best time ♥️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Sep 14

A little post on grief and loss.... there's a lot to grieve in the world right now, but is it within that grief that we find belonging and connection?

Link:
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Grief & Loss: Our Relentless Companions

Every month we were sent on different courses and I remember being sent on Grief and Loss. That is genuinely what it was called.

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 31

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Write Your Non-Fiction Book 2025 - One Day Event

Are you a first time author? Have you ever wanted to write a non-fiction book? Write Your Non-Fiction Book 2025 - One Day Event

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 29

With cream please...

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 27

I've had a go at writing a bit about what it feels like to be in this liminal space using liminality, belonging and trauma as the map...
Go gently when deciding whether to read this piece... as always x

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Between Breaths: Living in the Liminal Space Between Living

It has taken a while for me to formulate some of my thoughts on liminality and belonging and I can’t say that I’m fully there yet but there is at least enough coherence for the beginnings of this expl...

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 23

Thanks so much ❤️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 23

I can't wait! Im going to spoil them all ❤️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 23

Thank you Carolyn ❤️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 23

A little health update...

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Working in the Liminal Space

While I have made some drastic changes to my life in response to that conversation, continuing to make an impact through my work remains an important part of who I am. My work is personal and it is de...

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 20

As the publication of my latest book "Caring for The People Who care" is now available for pre-order, I thought I'd share my other books with you because ALL of these books have been written for you.

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These books are for you...

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 20

Now available to pre-order!

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 16

Oh wonderful! So much wisdom is shared in that book ❤️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 16

Thank you Clare ❤️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 15

**The Big Reveal**

The next book is out, I'm hoping, for Xmas! And look at this gorgeous book cover.

I can't wait to share this one with you... it's the book you've been waiting for ♥️

If you haven't read my other books, you'd better get on with it before this one's out! 😉

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 12

♥️♥️

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Aug 11

A health update (a long one) that I can't post on here, but here is the instagram link...

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Welcome back to Instagram. Sign in to check out what your friends, family & interests have been capturing & sharing around the world.

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Dr Jo Taylor @jgetaylor.bsky.social · Aug 8

The kinds of posts you will get:
✅ Compassionate parenting tools and tips.
✅ Insights from our FatherGOOD project.
✅ Problem solving specific issues which carers and parents can get stuck with.
✅ Resources to help with parenting.

Join us here: familywise.substack.com

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Creative Life Story Work @creativelsw.bsky.social · Jul 31

Looking for some recommended reading about supporting children and young people?

Take a look at our Book of the Month for our top picks: creativelifestorywork.com/latest/categ...

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 13

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 13

😂🤦🏻‍♀️😂

Here's hoping! 😉

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 13

Luckily not! Phew!

Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 13

A little health update... posted on insta because it's way too long for here 😉

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 13

When you just go to put something in the cupboard... 🤦🏻‍♀️

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 13

Sunday morning listening... join Amelia Brunt and myself talking about trauma informed supervision ❤️

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Dr Lisa Cherry @drlisacherry.bsky.social · Jul 10

Inevitable, not new and highlights the crucial area of discrimination against children in care.

John Cosgrove @johncosgrove.bsky.social · Jul 10

Schools using admissions processes to keep out Looked After pupils and those with SEND? I (and others) have been banging on about this for years. It's more important and damages far more children than term time holidays. Bridget, please sort it. Now.

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Threats and place ‘caps’: Councils reveal admission woes

Watchdog report shows widespread clashes between councils and academy trusts as Labour plans admission reforms

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