In my present job, I often use Boolie, when a child feels his/her life is out of control secondary to domestic violence, parents divorcing, death of a parent or sibling, etc. I show the child how to make Boolie do certain tricks, and that gives them a little feeling of control. They then are more willing to tell me through Boolie how they are feeling. Boolie also is great with the elderly who have no one to listen. He is an attentive listener.
Janet
