Mark GorkinMark Gorkin, aka "The Stress Doc," (TM) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and acclaimed psychotherapist, speaker, author, and grief-trauma consultant. The Doc, a self-proclaimed Psychohumorist(TM), has been capturing people's imagination on stage nd page, on radio and screens for decades. A former Stress Resilience and Team Building Retreat Leader for the US Army and Stress and Violence Prevention Consultant for the U.S. Postal Service ... now has published two illustrated children's books: Where Is Charlotte?, blending upbeat psychology and playful poetic voice, captures the game of Hide-and-Seek as played by a feisty and fun little trickster. Drawing on the classic children's tune, "Frère Jacques," adults and children read and sing together. In addition, Charlotte's image changes throughout the story; a wide variety of children (and adults) will see themselves in the book's diversity. Charlotte's escapade will inspire authenticity, self-assurance, and a sense of adventure in all with a youthful heart.Little Charley's Big Secrets: A Family Journey is a moving story-song book for ages 10+. Two middle-school Charleys in the same class, one a boy, the other a girl, face bullying, sadness, and family secrets. When a caring teacher notices the hurt in their artwork, help and healing can begin. Sung to "London Bridge Is Falling Down," the poetic lyrics and poignant images give voice to much unspoken pain carried by children, parents, and families! Little Charley's journey is a powerful tool for both courageous family conversation as well as safe and open professional group facilitation. As a ninth grader said, "This was my story; reading this book, I would know I'm not alone." Read More Read Less