Over 60 Techniques, Activities & Worksheets for Challenging Children & Adolescents - Softcover

Epstein, Susan

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1936128071 ISBN 13: 9781936128075

Publisher: Premier Publishing & Media, 2012

Synopsis

Over the past 30 years we have seen a rise in explosive, challenging and resistant behaviors in children and adolescents. What use to work with difficult kids may not be working for professionals and parents alike. A new approach is needed that is tailored to the individual need and is directive, creative - and FUN.

This cutting-edge tips workbook will guide professionals in working with children, adolescents and families across multiple settings and treatment modalities. Inside, find easy to use worksheets, handouts and step-by-step tips and proven techniques to foster the working relationship required to elicit change and healing.

Includes Quick Tips For:
* Assessment and Treatment Planning
* Managing Anger and Explosive Behavior
* Depressed and Traumatized Children and Adolescents
* Kids with ADD and Executive Function Disorder
* Managing Risky Teenage Behavior
* How to Command Respect Minus the Fear Factor
* Helping Teens Achieve Their Dreams
* Managing Homework Hassles
* And more!

About this title

About the Author:

Susan Epstein, LCSW, brings passion and more than 30 years of practiced psychotherapy together in her fifth book, full of new materials and easy interventions to engage even the most resistant behavior. In addition to her clinical work, Susan is a national child behavior expert, and has been quoted in Family Circle, Parents Magazine, American Baby Magazine and New York Magazine. She founded Parenting Powers (www.parentingpowers.com), providing parent coaching services worldwide. Susan also maintains an active family therapy practice in Connecticut.

Review:

This book is a helpful and practical resource for therapists and parents. It is filled with valuable information and useable formats to facilitate learning and positive change. --Terry M. Levy, Ph.D., Co-Director of Evergreen Psychotherapy Center Attachment Treatment & Training Institute

Epstein is a master at providing common-sense yet inspired advice for parents of children of all ages. Her book is a great tool for moms and dads who want to think "out-of-the-box" to help their kids. --Sarah Cody, Mommy Minute Columnist and Blogger, Fox CT & The Hartford Courant

About this edition

• Publisher: Premier Publishing & Media
• Publication date: 2012
• ISBN 10: 1936128071
• ISBN 13: 9781936128075
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 204