Presentation Topics
I have presented on these various topics at different training sites, PTA meetings, staff meetings, and open workshops for parents and caregivers. Please reach out here to learn more. ​​
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ERP: Why and how it works, even if it seems scary!
Understanding the basics of ERP and helping beginning therapists or parents understand how it can be beneficial to individuals with OCD, anxiety and phobias.
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How to support your anxious child without accommodating their anxiety
There are ways to support the anxious children in your life without encouraging their unhealthy coping skills. Learn how to respond to a child's anxiety with compassion, validation, and support them in their journey towards self-soothing.
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Early childhood signs of anxiety
Childhood anxiety presents very differently than in adulthood. Together we will discuss early warning signs for anxiety, ways to intervene early both at home and at school, and ways to differentiate between anxious behavior and common, age appropriate behavior.
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How to support a child through a panic attack
Having a panic attack can be a very scary experience for someone. There are ways for adults to support individuals having panic attacks before, during, and after the incident.
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OCD and anxiety: how they are similar and how they are different
New to treating OCD and anxiety? Learn how to use clinical intuition, diagnostic criteria, and specific questions to differentiate and identify nuances between OCD and varying anxiety disorders.
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BFRBs: what to look out for in your child when it comes to skin picking and hair pulling
Learn how to identify and recognize Body-Focused Repetitive Behaviors (BFRBs) in children. Tips for noticing patterns of these behaviors, especially during times of stress or boredom, as early recognition can lead to better support and care
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Brief overview of SPACE
Learn more about Supportive Parenting of Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), a parent-focused treatment where the target is the child's OCD or anxiety.
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Why discomfort is SO important for your developing kid!
Modeling for children that feeling uncomfortable is not something to fear, and that you believe in their ability to navigate such feelings, is actually setting them up for success in the future. Encouraging children to feel uncomfortable and providing the tools to manage these feelings is essential for building reselience.