Books

Chefalo Consulting is proud of founder Shenandoah Chefalo, who is an award-winning author.

Her 2016 memoir, “Garbage Bag Suitcase,” details her young life in the foster care system, and her best-selling e-books teach trauma-informed leaders how to navigate organizational change management, leadership development, the journey to mental wellness, and much more.

Her upcoming book, Hiking for Stillness, will combine elements of memoir, storytelling, personal development, and change management to create a unique experience for readers who wish to invest in their own wellbeing and personal healing.

Browse Shenandoah Chefalo's Books

Coloring Resilience: The Trauma-Informed Coloring Book for Adults

Dive into the therapeutic world of “Coloring Resilience: The Trauma Informed Coloring Book for Adults” by Chefalo Consulting. Immerse yourself in a transformative journey with intricately designed illustrations paired with powerful quotes and tailored for emotional well-being. Crafted with a trauma-informed approach, this adult coloring book offers a mindful and empowering experience.

Garbage Bag Suitcase

Garbage Bag Suitcase is the true story of Shenandoah Chefalo’s wholly dysfunctional journey through a childhood with neglectful, drug-and alcohol addicted parents. She endured numerous moves in the middle of the night with just minutes to pack, multiple changes in schools, hunger, cruelty, and loneliness.

Hiking for Stillness

Coming soon in 2024

Chefalo Consulting's Complete Guide to Implementation

Learn introductory key concepts of trauma-informed implementation, essential trauma-informed frameworks, and aspects of our signature model that ensure long-lasting success and sustainability.

Setting Your Vision & Defining Your Goals

Individuals and organizations can benefit from gaining clarity and a sense of purpose. This book will guide you through the process of establishing a personal mission statement.

Mental Wellbeing

Mental well-being is about more than just feeling good. It’s about understanding one’s thoughts and emotions to build a strong foundation for future happiness and success.

Identify Your Skills and Improve Them

Have a serious conversation with yourself about what you are good at, what needs improvement, and how you can master a life skill to increase resilience.

Remote Leadership and Management

Learn and understand what remote leadership and management concepts are while getting a clear grasp on effective leadership styles, challenges, and top leadership skills.

Simple Ways to Make the Best of Change Management

Understand the larger framework of change management with 10 principles everyone should know to help kick-start action.

Leadership Through Uncertainty

A confident leader during uncertain times can mean the difference between success and failure. Gain new perspectives, key factors, and vital strategies for making uncertainty more manageable.

Host Shen at your next book club

“We sincerely appreciated her ability to discuss complex issues and heart-wrenching experiences, while also offering solutions and healing.”
– Katherine P., Book Club Host

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