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

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!

In addition to her clinical work, Susan is a parent coach, certified health coach, national child behavior expert, and has contributed to magazines Family, Parents, American Baby and New York. She founded Parenting Powers (www.parenting powers.com), a coaching company that provides parent coaching and supervision and training to professionals working with challenging kids.