Linda Cooke is an adoptive parent of a Chinese intercountry adoptee. In 2012 she completed a therapeutic parenting program which changed the course of both her parenting and professional journey. Linda has over 30 years of experience as a teacher and has qualifications in trauma informed education including being an alumni member of the Berry Street Education Model. In 2020 Linda completed her diploma in Therapeutic Life Story Work. She is currently an independent practitioner and works in both the adoption space and in schools where she offers workshops, peer support, advocacy and direct work with families and young people.