The Hallway of Doorknobs: A Journey to the Feelings Inside (The Hallway of Doorknobs Series)

What if your child could meet the feelings that protect them, and learn they don't have to face them alone?The Hallway of Doorknobs follows five children as they discover a magical hidden hallway. Behind each door lives a "part"—a cactus covered in protective spikes, a blazing fire that explodes before it can be hurt, an invisible figure hiding under a hoodie, a dazzling disco ball performing so no one looks too close, and more.Each part has a reason for being the way it is. And each one softens, just a little, when the children offer curiosity instead of judgment.Written by trauma therapist Lynn A. Haller, this beautifully illustrated picture book introduces children ages 4–10 to the idea that all of us carry inner parts that try to keep us safe, and that every part deserves to be understood.This book is for:Children processing big emotions, anxiety, anger, or withdrawalParents and caregivers who want to break generational cyclesTherapists, school counselors, and social workers looking for a session-ready toolAny family exploring emotional regulation, empathy, and self-understandingGrounded in parts-based therapy and attachment science, The Hallway of Doorknobs gives families a shared language for feelings, without clinical jargon, without shame, and without rushing anyone to "fix" what's inside.Includes a Note for Grown-Ups explaining the therapeutic framework behind the story.One door at a time. Read more