If you are searching for a legal guardianship book that goes beyond administrative checklists, A Field Guide for Guardians provides a practical lifeline. Written by Joyce McHugh, LCSW—a trauma therapist and professional guardian with over twenty years of experience—this guide helps families and fiduciaries navigate the emotional complexities of care.

This book offers real-world tools for handling dysregulation, understanding your guardian duties, and setting boundaries during high-conflict dynamics. Whether you are wondering how to be a legal guardian without burning out, or exploring alternatives to guardianship, this text provides honest, actionable advice written for the work as it actually happens in the hardest rooms.