The collaborative work I have had the pleasure to do with Stella and Samantha as a counsellor and psychotherapist has brought perspective and insight into the therapeutic value of the Artists' Books for mothers whose children have been placed into adoption. The mothers have experienced deep trauma in having their children taken away from them, highlighting the long term psychological impact the removal of their children has had, as well as social, economical and biological considerations, not to mention discussions around the shaping of social policy and the law. However, the Artists Book, individually created by the mothers in a safe setting, initiated and guided by Stella and Samantha's workshops, bring healing, expression, creative individuality and discussion to a what is often a very taboo subject.