Brooke-Randolph, therapist, consultant, trainer

09/08/2025

After a lovely three days in Midland, I am so glad to know exists and is doing good work. Of course I appreciate any organization willing to invest in real adoption competency for their therapists and case workers, but I am also impressed by their Executive Director Kelsee Jones and Director of Therapeutic Services Amanda Lopez, LPC-S. Good leadership makes a huge difference in an organization. I think everyone learned quite a bit and I hope it makes a real impact for the kids and families in West Texas. Thank you for inviting me! ✨

08/30/2025

WEDNESDAY! Therapists join us for this opportunity to get input and resources for any of your clients who are a part of the adoption constellation ✨

08/24/2025

The second CIRC training I get to do this year is an introduction to
5.0 CE hours approved by the Indiana Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers 9am-3pm via Zoom. The cost is $50 if registration is received seven days prior to the webinar and $55 if received after that. Contact Louise-Polansky@sbcglobal.net for registration and questions

08/17/2025

Join Adoption Knowledge Affiliates board member Brooke Randolph for a casual social gathering ☕️ for members of the adoption constellation ✨ I would love to have RSVPs because if we get too big, I can move the gathering to my office and want to know how to let you know. (Link below)
Adoption knowledge, affiliates, connects, individuals, families, and professionals in their adoption journey through lifelong education and support.

08/11/2025

I get to do two trainings for CIRC this Fall. The first one is at the end of August and is split with two of my favorite topics Adoption Therapy (Ethics) and Brainspotting. The cost is $50 if registration is received seven days prior to the webinar and $55 if received after that. Contact Louise-Polansky@sbcglobal.net for registration and questions.
5.0 CE hours approved by the Indiana Chapter of the National Association of Social Workers 9am-3pm via Zoom.

08/05/2025

✅ 21 CE hours have been approved through Practice Excellence, NBCC Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 7601.

💲 Discounts are available for students, provisionally licensed professionals, and those who need an access & inclusion rate.

🧠 Brainspotting is a powerful brain-body-mindfulness-based relational therapy used for the treatment of trauma as well as personal growth and expansion. Brainspotting is an open, integrative model, which can be used with other treatment models and adapted to many different populations and areas of specialization. This training is available to all mental health counselors, marriage and family therapists, social workers, psychologists, addiction counselors, as well as students and interns.

This 3-day Brainspotting training will include:
-lecture, live demonstrations, and individual practice as therapist and client
-four core Brainspotting techniques
-foundational components of Brainspotting practice
-research that supports Brainspotting
-Brainspotting history

07/21/2025

We truly believe this is one of the best trainings for therapists about working with the adoption constellation ✨ - and essential. But you don’t have to take our word for it 🌈 We hope you will consider joining us in February

06/29/2025

I know music and singing are good for the nervous system, but have you ever been in a group of Samoan voices? 10/10 recommend
Fa’afetai to our church friends for the music, and hugs, and of course the food

Send me a DM if you would like to visit. Next week’s lunch is a fundraiser for their new building ☀️

06/02/2025

Keeping regular registration open for a couple more weeks for this Online Phase 1 training with NBCC CEs. Discounts are available for students, provisionally licensed professionals and those that need an access & inclusion rate. Link in profile

05/02/2025

currently just $10

This one hour video with Brooke Randolph, adoption therapist and adoptive parent, gives caregivers a step by step what to do in the midst of dysregulation without making things worse. Hi, I'm Brooke...

04/21/2025

I am passionate about promoting excellence in therapists and modeling all the empowering principles of TBRI - also it helps people learn more. The only complaint I got from this training was I provided too many snacks 😄

03/22/2025

Starting the last HS rugby season for my youngest and reflecting on how much I have loved being a rugby mom for the last decade or so, it feels like a good time to share why I not only love rugby but I think it is great for kids, especially kids with trauma.

The proprioceptive input of tackling and scrums is good for many with sensory needs without the added sensory annoyance of helmets and pads. Proprioceptive input can be so calming and focusing, and it’s just one reason I was happy to let my child move up to tackle league early, playing (and holding his own) with kids a couple of years older.

Baseball, football, soccer, and basketball all have more injuries than rugby. Technique is taken seriously in rugby, so tackling is more controlled - and players do less crazy things without the semblance of added protection.

Anyone can play, anyone can run the ball, anyone can kick, and anyone can score. In fact some of the smallest players on our team have been some of the toughest. Rugby also takes a stand against discrimination and racism and I have observed take this stand as well.

Rugby is a “hooligan game played by gentlemen”. Rugby culture is very important, teaching respect and sportsmanship. The referee must be called sir and not just anyone can talk to them. In fact unruly parents can earn a card for their team.

Rugby is a community. I have literally made friends with ruggers in restaurant bars all across the world watching games or just because my kids play. I am so thankful for the community has provided for all of us.

Adult ruggers often share a pint together with both teams after games; for minor ruggers, the home team hosts a “social” where the players eat together. When done well, players not only interact but compliment each other and start friendships. Your high school opponents can very likely be your collegiate or men’s league teammates. Some of the greatest young men I’ve known have been ruggers. It’s also a sport you can continue to play into adulthood even without college. My dream is to have one season where all three brothers play men’s league rugby together - a rugby mom’s dream come true.