Christine Dernederlanden, C.T.S.S., C.T.R. is the award winning author of "Where is Robert?", the grief kit that aided over 6000 families affected by 9/11/01, "H.U.G.S." Helping Children Understand Grief Sessions and her recent release "Where is My Courage?" Christine is a member of the International Coach Federation. She has and continues to empowers individuals as a Intervention Advocate.

She has been noted as one of Niagara's most successful business women, a finalist for Woman of The Year and Entrepreneur of The Year. Christine has been honored with the Leadership and Communication Award from the Toastmasters Public Speaking Organization, and a recipient of a Certificate of Appreciation from U.S. Secretary of Defense, Donald H. Rumsfeld. Christine has put her talents to work dealing with sensitive subjects for teaching, television and radio. Christine has written for The St. Catharines Standard, The Grief Digest, Woman's World, and many other publications throughout Canada and the United States. Writing is her passion and for the article "Putting All My Problems In Perspective" Christine was awarded the 2001 Standard Literary Prize.

Christine is a licensed hairdresser. She is trained in cosmetology, fashion and makeup artistry. She has experience with wigs and prosthetic. Christine has appeared in various movies, a host on T.V and has professionally modeled for over twenty years.

Check out her website to learn more:

www.christinedernederlanden.com

"Christine Dernederlanden conducted an 'Empower' workshop for The Powerhouse Project, Young Carer's Initiative. This was a workshop geared towards increasing self esteem and 'how to walk, talk and act like a model.' Our clients were all female and ranged in age from 8 to 13. The girls told us that they had a fabulous time and have raved about how much they enjoyed it! Christine was encouraging, complimentary and praising throughout the workshop and towards our clients. The Powerhouse staff feel that Christine was easy to work with, down to earth, and very accommodating to our needs. Mrs. Dernederlanden was flexible and approachable, customizing the 'Empower' workshop to specifically fit our clients' interests."
- Nicole Soble, Sommer Chanthra,
Niagara Program Coordinators

"Christine presents very practical strategies and tools that can be easily implemented with children and their families. Her warm, friendly and natural approach to such sensitive issues make her an easy presenter to listen to."
- Leah Ferron,
Child Development Counsellor,
Near North District School Board

"I have had an opportunity to see Christine speak on two separate occasions regarding issues pertaining to grief, bereavement and trauma and have found her presentation formats to be organized, engaging and practical. Christine exudes a confidence in her speaking, demonstrating a vast amount of energy, enthusiasm and eagerness in helping others recognize their potential within this area."
- Nancy Morphet,
Certified Child Life Specialist

" I thought I could never get past my divorce, but Christine showed me I am a stronger person now."
- Client

"Christine is a knowledgeable speaker who captivates her audience. Her humour and enthusiasm gets everyone excited. Through art, music and play therapy, Mrs. Dernederlanden points out the positive side of life's situations. She has an unique ability to draw attention to the present and future."
- Barbara Maurer MA, LPC, CTS
New York

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