Debra Alessandra

Educator, consultant, counselor, mother, and grandmother, Debra Alessandra has spent most of her adult life in the company of children. With a double major in Sociology and Elementary Education, her career path has been two-fold as well. Both in the field of addiction and in the field of education. Alessandra’s heart is open to the needs of children. She has a knack for helping them feel valued and important. Whether in the classroom or engaging with children and families in recovery, this life long work has inspired her materials.

To date, they include:

*12 Steps 12 Stories Spiritual messages of recovery for children and the child in you - to assist children of alcoholics in families who are navigating the path of recovery.

*The Magic of Roots and Stars - to encourage children who live with someone other than their biological mother and grandparents raising grandchildren

*My Journal A Quiet Practice -offers a powerful restorative and healing journal for children using a lighthearted format.

*The Wonder of You - a waiting for baby book which captures the universal anticipation and excitement of a new family member.

Alessandra continues to create more materials from her home in sunny south Florida. She strives to write inspiring messages for children that are simple, innocent, and truthful.