Cutchins Programs for Children & Families, Inc.

04/13/2026

Eventbrite registration is open for the Trauma and Attachment Symposium on May 1st!

Explore sensory and grounding strategies to help youth with complex trauma regulate, stay present, and engage in healing.

04/13/2026

We are getting so close! Dancing with the Local Stars is on Friday, and our online auction closes Saturday!

Featured today are:
🏒4 Tickets to a Springfield Thunderbirds Game
🏒Thunderbirds Swag!

Check it out! Link is in the comments ⬇⬇

04/12/2026

Here are some auction items from our live auction!
*Community Classroom-Week of Summer Camp, 2 free tutoring sessions (K-5)
*Signed Book & Print from Grace Lin's “Chinese Menu.”
*Yoda by Jarrett J. Krosoczka from his series, Jedi Academy

Also, find a Great Wolf Lodge package, baskets from Feel Good Shop Local, Local Burger (with a $100 gift card!!!), and more!!!

Link to the auction is in the comments!

04/11/2026

✨ Shining a spotlight on our incredible Rising Star Sponsors! ✨
We are beyond grateful for your support of Cutchins Dancing with the Local Stars. Your generosity helps make this event possible and directly supports the children and families we serve every day. 💛
Because of you, our community continues to grow stronger, brighter, and full of hope.
👏 A huge THANK YOU to our Rising Star Sponsors:



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We couldn’t do this without you! 🌟
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04/10/2026

04/10/2026

✨ Presenter Spotlight ✨
We are honored to feature Bethany Brand at the 2026 Trauma & Attachment Symposium: Sensory Pathways to Healing Complex Trauma & Dissociation.
Dr. Brand is a nationally recognized expert in trauma, dissociation, and complex PTSD, bringing decades of clinical experience, research, and powerful insight into the healing process. Her work has helped shape how clinicians understand and treat dissociation, offering practical, evidence-based strategies that truly make a difference.
This is an incredible opportunity to learn from one of the leading voices in the field and deepen your understanding of trauma-informed care.
🧠 Don’t miss this chance to grow your clinical skills and be part of an inspiring day of learning.
🎟️ Register now and secure your spot!

04/10/2026

Our very own Kelsey Hoey, Director of Education at our New Directions School, helped to network and make connections at the Annual Massachusetts Association of Approved Private Schools (MAAPS) School Fair today - along with other special education programs from across the state! Thank you to Kelsey and Michelle Otis, our Education Coordinator, for proudly representing us today and for your leadership!

04/10/2026

Only 7 days to go! 💃🕺

We can’t wait to see what our incredible dancers have been working so hard on behind the scenes. The excitement is building and it’s going to be an unforgettable night at Cutchins Dancing with the Local Stars ✨
Get ready for amazing performances, big energy, and a whole lot of fun!

Who are you most excited to see?! 👀

04/10/2026

Our very own Alice Barber’s latest publication on a critical topic! Check it out! Congrats Alice!

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I recently attended the funeral of my former therapist, Adele. She lived a full life of 97 years. In the tributes shared during the service, I learned that when she was 6 years old, her mother died. The adults around her told Adele that her mother had “gone away.” Very few details were offered, ...

04/10/2026

04/10/2026

We are honored to feature Dr. Ruth Lanius, an internationally recognized leader in trauma research. Her latest book, Sensory Pathways to Healing from Trauma, is contributing to a transformation in how trauma recovery is understood.

The Trauma and Attachment Symposium, scheduled for May 1, 2026, will include presentations by Dr. Lanius, Dr. Bethany Brand, and Dr. Tina Champagne. This event aims to advance collective knowledge and improve the quality of care in our communities by integrating the latest scientific research and clinical expertise.

04/09/2026

📢 Don’t Miss This! 📢

Registration is NOW OPEN for the 2026 Cutchins Symposium:
“Sensory Pathways to Healing Complex Trauma & Dissociation”

Join us for a powerful virtual learning experience designed for clinicians, educators, and professionals working with children and families. This symposium will dive deep into how trauma impacts the brain and body—and provide practical, sensory-based strategies to support healing and regulation.

✨ What to expect:
• Expert-led presentations
• Practical tools you can apply immediately
• A deeper understanding of trauma, attachment, and dissociation
• Engaging, meaningful content from start to finish

🎓 CEUs will be offered for eligible professionals!

📅 Virtual Event | Runs until 4:00 PM
🎟️ Secure your spot today on Eventbrite!

Spots are limited—don’t wait. Invest in your growth and the clients you serve.

🔗 Register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/sensory-pathways-to-healing-complex-trauma-dissociation-tickets-1986348217991?aff=oddtdtcreator