Children's Books by Dr. Hickson Barez
Compassionate picture books written by our founder, clinical psychologist Dr. Corinne Hickson Barez — gentle stories that give children the words, reassurance, and hope they need through life's big feelings and transitions.
Stories for life's biggest moments.
Even When You Can't See Me
A Gentle Story About Love, Separation, and Goodbye
A tender story helping children hold onto love through separation, loss, and life's biggest goodbyes.
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The Way I See the World
A Gentle Story About Autism, Acceptance, and Seeing Your Strengths
A gentle celebration of different ways of thinking, feeling, and experiencing the world.
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The Voice That Wasn't True
A Story About Self-Worth and Learning to Challenge Unhelpful Thoughts
A reassuring story about challenging harsh inner messages and remembering what is true.
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Safe Choices at the Shore
A Story About Making Wise Choices, Asking for Help, and Staying Safe
Three little seals learn that wise choices, asking for help, and staying safe are acts of courage.
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Two Tides, One Story
A Story About Divorce, Two Homes, and the Love That Stays in the Heart of a Child
Two homes and two tides become one story held securely in the heart of a child.
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Bonded by the Heart
A Thoughtful Story About Family, Divorce, and Change
A thoughtful reminder that family love can remain strong through divorce and change.
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The Lights We Carry
A Gentle Story About Love, Loss, and Remembering
A luminous story about love, loss, memory, and the light that remains with us.
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Hippo and Snake Learn to Work It Out
A Story About Kindness, Sharing, and Making Things Right
Friends practice sharing, making things right, and solving everyday problems together.
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The Storm Inside Me
A Gentle Story About Big Feelings, Connection, and Finding Calm
A compassionate guide to understanding intense emotions and finding calm again.
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Penelope and the Courage to Be Imperfect
A Story About Perfectionism, Mistakes, and Being Brave Enough to Be Seen
A beautiful invitation to release perfection, embrace mistakes, and let your true self shine.
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My Busy Brain, My Beautiful Mind
A Story About ADHD, Strengths, and Learning to Shine
A strengths-based story about ADHD, learning differences, and the gifts inside a busy mind.
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The Worry That Followed Me
A Gentle Story About Anxiety, Courage, and Learning to Feel Safe
A gentle story that helps children name worry, find courage, and feel safe again.
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Eli's Surprise
A Gentle Story About Welcoming a New Sibling
A warm story about making room for change, a new baby, and an expanding family love.
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The Reflection That Lied
A Gentle Story About Self-Worth, Body Image, and Inner Beauty
Willow learns that a reflection can show an appearance — but never measure a person's worth.
View on AmazonDr. Corinne Hickson Barez
Dr. Corinne Hickson Barez is a licensed clinical psychologist and the founder of Complete Family Services.
“After more than 30 years helping children navigate difficult emotions and life transitions, I created Life's Lessons™ to give children the words, reassurance, and hope they often need.”