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We provide empirically-based therapy for children, adolescents, young adults, and parents experiencing challenges with anxiety, OCD, BFRB, ADHD, learning, and behaviour. Therapy We provide empirically supported intervention for children, adolescents, young adults, and parents experiencing challenges in the following areas: Anxiety, including separation anxiety, selective mutism, phobias, social anxiety, generalized anxiety, panic disorder, perfectionism, school-related anxiety, sleep, and more OCD Hair-pulling, skin-picking, and other body-focused repetitive behaviours (BFRB) School and relationship difficulties (e.g., school attendance, IEPs, friendships, bullying) Parenting skills More One of our foremost priorities is to help young people improve their relationships with their thoughts and feelings to guide their actions toward living a healthy and fulfilling life. Our approach is engaging, straightforward, practical, and effective, and we intend to give our clients lifelong tools to use whenever needed. Based on Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) techniques, among other strategies, we use graded exposure to help youth manage anxiety and OCD along with exposure and response prevention (ERP). We also use Dialectical Behavioural Therapy (DBT) to help individuals manage intense emotions that can result in impulsive and problematic behaviours. We provide a parent-based treatment program for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related problems called SPACE (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions) . SPACE focuses on changes parents can make to their own behaviour rather than making their children change. In addition, we assist schools in developing Individual Education Plans (IEPs) and interventions to best support students experiencing a range of school difficulties. Initial Inquiry: Fill out the online form or email contact@beaconpsychology.ca with your questions and a brief description of your concerns. Scheduling a Session/Waitlist: We'll respond to your email within two business days to determine if our services match your needs. Depending on availability, we'll schedule an initial session or add you to our clinic's waitlist, providing an approximate waiting time. Initial Assessment Session: The first session lasts 50 to 60 minutes and involves meeting with you (or both parents/guardians) and, if applicable, the child. We'll discuss developmental history, current concerns, strengths, and past strategies tried and may ask you or your child to complete questionnaires. Please note that the initial session does not guarantee long-term services. Next Steps: If our services are suitable, we'll discuss treatment goals and schedule future sessions. If we're not the best fit, we'll offer resource suggestions and names of professionals. Subsequent Sessions: Most sessions involve meeting with the client and, if necessary, one or both parents/guardians. Session structure varies based on needs, such as involving parents for part of the session or having consultations with only parents. Duration and Number of Sessions: Sessions are typically 50 minutes long and scheduled weekly or bi-weekly. The number of sessions depends on the type and severity of the problem. Setting: With your informed consent, sessions may take place at the office, online, in your home, school, or in the community. We may also offer tips to schools for supporting you/your child. Payment: Fees are paid at the end of each session via credit card, cash, cheque, or electronic transfer. You may be able to bill your extended health plan; check with your provider. Feel free to reach out if you have any questions or need further assistance!

Helpful resources based on ACT: Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. 
 Resources on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) ACT Website Association for Contextual Behavioral Science : A worldwide online learning and research community, and a living resource for anyone interested in ACT , RFT , and Contextual Behavioral Science . Free ACT resources ACT Companion App Videos, mp3s, handouts, and readings created by Russ Harris on ACT strategies My Act Toolkit by Dr. Steven C. Hayes who provides several resources and psychological flexibility skills to practice daily. Drs. Juliana and Martinez's book based on ACT for teens: ACT course The Happiness Trap:8-Week Online Program : The Happiness Trap Online Program created by Dr. Russ Harris, is based on ACT. ACT is a science-based model of behaviour change, supported by a vast body of scientific research. ACT Videos Dr. Steven Hayes' TED talk on Psychological Flexibility An unwelcome party guest Passengers on a bus Sushi train Demons on the boat Chessboard metaphor Evolution of the human mind Choice Point: A map for a meaningful life The struggle switch The values-focused vs the goals-focused life The three happiness myths Beach ball as emotions Schools Connect is a Personal, Social and Health Education (PSHE) wellbeing curriculum for primary school children. It is a fun, easy-to-use weekly programme that teaches children key skills to promote emotional wellbeing and resilience using some principles connected to ACT. ACT Podcast ACT in context : Freely available to anyone, its episodes will take listeners on a journey from the history and development of ACT through its clinical application and the future of the work.

Our clinicians have been actively involved in conducting research studies and publishing books and academic papers. Learn more about study findings. Research Our clinicians have been actively involved in conducting research studies and publishing books and academic papers. If you would like to learn more about study findings, please click on the links below Batista de Carvalho, L., Negreiros, J. , & Batistuzzo, M., (book chapter under review). Transtorno Obsessivo Compulsivo: critérios diagnósticos, alterações cognitivas e comportamentais, avaliação neuropsicológica, caso clínico e parâmetros de intervenção. Negreiros, J., & Martinez, K. (2022). Getting comfortable with uncertainty for teens: 10 tips to overcome anxiety, fear, and worry . New Harbinger Publications. Negreiros, J., Best, J. R., Vallani, T., Belschner, Szymanski, J., & Stewart, S. E. (2022). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in the school: Parental experiences regarding impacts and disclosure , Journal of Child and Family Studies . Vallani, T.,Best, J. R., Selles, R.R., Negreiros, J., ...& Stewart, S. E. (2022). School and parent perspectives on symptomatology in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) , Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. Jaspers-Fayer, F ... Negreiros, J.(under review). An fMRI study of cognitive planning before and after provoked distress in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder , Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Selles, R.R., Naqqash, Z., Best, J.R., Franco-Yamin, D., Qiu, S.T., Ferreira, J.S., Deng, X., Hannesdottir, D.K., Oberth, C., Belschner, L., Negreiros, J., Farrell, L.J., & Stewart, S.E. (2021). Effects of treatment setting on outcomes of flexibly-dosed intensive cognitive behavioral therapy for pediatric OCD: A randomized controlled pilot trial. Frontiers in Psychiatry: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Batistuzzo, M., Negreiros, J., & Fontenelle, L. (2021). Neuropsicologia do Transtorno Obsessivo-Compulsivo . Neuropsicologia dos Transtornos Psiquiatricos, Capitulo 7, Ampla Editora Comercio e Treinamento. Negreiros, J., Best, J. R., Franco Yamin, D., Belschner, Lin, S., F, & Stewart, S. E. (2020). Test-based versus parent ratings of executive function in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder . Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. Belschner, L., Lin, S. Y., Franco-Yamin, D., Best, J. R., Edalati, K., McDermid, J., & Stewart, S. E. (2020). Mindfulness-based skills training group for parents of obsessive-compulsive disorder-affected children: A caregiver-focused intervention. Complementary therapies in clinical practice, 39, 101098. Negreiros, J., Belschner, L., Joffres, Y., Lin, S., Franco Yamin, D., Selles, R. R., Jaspers-Fayer, F., Miller, L. D., Honer, W. G., Woodward, T. S., & Stewart, S. E. (2019). Neurocognitive risk markers in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder . Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology. Negreiros, J., Selles, R. R., Lin, S., Belschner, L., & Stewart, S. E. (2019).Cognitive behavioral therapy booster treatment in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: A utilization assessment pilot study, Annals of Clinical Psychiatry, 31, 179-191. Negreiros, J., Belschner, L., Selles, R. R., Lin, S., & Stewart, S. E.(2018). Academic skills in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: A preliminary study , Annals of Clinical Psychiatry,30,185-195. Selles, R. R., Belschner, L., Negreiros, J., Schubert, D., Lin, S., … Stewart, S. E.(2018). Family-based cognitive behavioral therapy for pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: Global outcomes and predictors of improvement , Psychiatry Research, 260,116-122. Jaspers-Fayer, F., Negreiros, J., Lin Yao, S., Belschner, L., & Stewart, S. E.(2017). A functional MRI case study of planning in monozygotic twins discordant for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry,78. Stewart, S. E., Negreiros, J., Belschner, L., & Lin, S. (2016). Neurocognition in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Clinical impacts and future considerations. American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 55(10), S291. Negreiros, J., & Miller, L. D.(2014). The role of parenting in childhood anxiety: Etiological factors and treatment implications. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 21(1),3-17. Negreiros, J., & Miller, L. D.(2014). Integrating school-based family counselling into school psychology practice. British Journal of Education, Society & Behavioural Science, 4(7),883-896. Ford, L., Kozey, M., & Negreiros, J.(2012). Cognitive assessment in early childhood: Theoretical and practice perspectives. D. P. Flanagan & P. L. Harrison (Eds.), Contemporary intellectual assessment: Theories, tests, and issues , Third edition (pp.585-622). New York: Guildford Press. Negreiros, J.(2011). Children’s perspectives of safety in their neighbourhood. The Community Psychologist newsletter, 44,41-43. Ford, L., Swart, S., Negreiros, J., Lacroix, S., & McGrew, K. F.(2010). Use of the Woodcock-Johnson III NU Tests of Cognitive Abilities and Tests of Achievement with Canadian populations (Woodcock-Johnson III Assessment Service Bulletin No. 12). Rolling Meadows, IL: Riverside Publishing. Negreiros, J., & Ford, L.(2009). Teacher training with the Early Development Instrument. In J. Schroader (Ed.), Creating communities for young children. A toolkit for change ( pp.25-32). Vancouver, BC: Human Early Learning Partnership. Selles, R. R., Park, J., Ellerhemp, H., & Negreiros, J. , (2019). Life outside OCD: Maximizing your enjoyable moments. Workshop presented at IOCDF, Austin, TX. McGuire, J., Park, J., Selles, R. R., Wu, M., & Negreiros, J. (2019). Overcoming barriers to effective exposures. Workshop presented at IOCDF, Austin, TX. Negreiros, J. , Belschner, L., Joffres, Y., Lin, S., Franco Yamin, D., Best, J. R. Selles, R. R., Jaspers-Fayer, F., Miller, L. D., Honer, W. G., & Stewart, S. E. (2019). Neurocognitive heritable trait and state markers in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Poster presented at the ADAA annual conference, Chicago, IL. Negreiros, J. , Selles, R. R., Lin, S., Belschner, L., & Stewart, S. E. (2018). Needs assessment for booster sessions. Poster presented at the annual IOCDF conference, Washington, DC. Jaspers-Fayer, F., Lin, S., Lim, R., Belschner, L., Chan, E., Negreiros, J . , Lang, D., Herean, M., & Stewart, S. E. (2017). The influence of symptom provocation on executive function in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD). Poster presented at the Annual Trainee Research Forum Poster Presentation at the BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute, Vancouver, BC. Schuberth, D., Belschner, L., Selles, R. R., Negreiros, J . , Lin, S.Y., Gregorowski, N., McKenny, K., Simpson, A., & Stewart, S.E. (2017). Parents need help too: Benefits of family-based group CBT for pediatric OCD. Poster presented at the Brain, Behaviour & Development Theme Research Day, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J . , & Stewart, S. E. (2017). Potential neurocognitive deficits in pediatric OCD. Presentation at the UBC Psychiatry Research Day annual meeting, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , Belschner, L., Lin, S., & Stewart, S. E. (2017). Academic functioning in pediatric OCD. Poster presented at the annual meeting of ADAA, San Francisco, CA. Negreiros, J . , Belschner, L., Lin, S., & Stewart, S. E. (2017). Academic functioning in pediatric OCD. Poster presented at the annual meeting of ADAA, San Francisco, CA. Negreiros, J . (2017). Neurocognitive deficits in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD). In S. E. Stewart (Chair), Exploring pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder by pairing study data with clinical application discussions. Symposium presented at the annual meeting of ADAA, San Francisco, CA. Belschner, L., Selles, R. R., Negreiros, J. , Lin, S., Schubert, D., Gregorowski, N., McKenney, K., Simpson, A., & Stewart, S. E. (2016). Global outcomes of group family-based cognitive behavioral therapy for pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder. Poster presented at the M.I.N.D. Institute Research Day, Vancouver, BC. Stewart, S. E., Negreiros, J. , Belschner, L., & Lin, S. (2016). Neurocognition in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Clinical impacts and future considerations. Symposium presented at the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP) 63rd Annual Meeting in New York, NY. Jaspers-Fayer, F., Lin, S.Y., Belschner, L., Negreiros, J. , & Stewart, S.E. (2016). Design and rationale for a functional MRI study of symptom provocation in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder. Poster presented at the BCCHR Trainee Research Forum, Vancouver, Canada. Negreiros, J. , Belschner, L., Jaspers-Fayer, F., & Stewart, S. E. (2016). Executive function deficit contrasts between direct and indirect measurement in pediatric OCD. Poster presented at the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) annual meeting, Chicago, IL. Chan, E., Hu, Y. P., Hezel, D., Pearl Ben-Joseph, E., Geller, D., Ellwyn, R., Bleakley, C., Loh, A., Negreiros, J. , Pauls, D., & Stewart, S. E. (2015). Family functioning impairment in childhood-onset Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Poster presented at the Canadian Psychiatric Association’s 65th Annual Conference, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , Chan, E., Belschner, L., Miller, L. D., & Stewart, S. E. (2015). Executive functioning impairment on daily functioning of OCD-affected youth. Poster presented at the UBC Psychiatry Research Day meeting, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , Chan, E., Miller, L. D., & Stewart, S. E. (2015). Executive function and its impact on daily functioning of OCD-affected youth. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the ADAA, Miami, FL. Negreiros, J . , Miller, L. D., & Stewart, S. E. (2014). Neurocognitive functioning in children with obsessive-compulsive disorder, at-risk siblings, and healthy controls. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the Association for Behavioral and Cognitive Therapies (ABCT), Philadelphia, PA. Negreiros, J. , Miller, L. D., & Stewart, S. E. (2014). Executive dysfunction in OCD-affected youth and their siblings: Searching for a cognitive marker. Poster presented at the UBC Psychiatry Research Day meeting, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J . , Miller, L. D., & Stewart, S. E. (2014). Neurocognition in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the Canadian Psychological Association (CPA), Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , & Miller, L. D. (2014). Parenting influence in childhood anxiety. Poster presented at CPA, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , Stewart, S. E., & Miller, L. D. (2014). Neurocognitive functioning in children with obsessive-compulsive disorder, at-risk siblings, and healthy controls. Poster presented at ADAA, Chicago, IL. Negreiros, J. , S. E. Stewart, & Miller, L. D. (2013). A study of neurocognition in pediatric OCD, at-risk siblings, and healthy controls. In S. E. Stewart (Chair), Neural and Genetic Findings in Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder. Symposium presented at the Canadian Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Vancouver, BC. Percy, A., Negreiros, J. , Kelm, J., Shumka, E., Trach, J., & Miller, L. D. (2013). Teaching teachers strategies to support anxious children in the classroom. Mini-skills workshop presented at the annual meeting of the National Association of School Psychologists (NASP), Seattle, WA. Negreiros, J. , & Miller, L. D. (2012). Integrating school-based family counselling into school psychology practice. Poster presented at CPA, Halifax, NS. Ford, L., Negreiros, J . , Biernacki, P., Felding, A., & Fleming, E. (2012). Building a positive relationship with teachers, parents, and students through effective communication of assessment findings. Roundtable presented at CPA, Halifax, NS. Negreiros, J. , Kozey, M., & Ford, L. (2012). Review and critique of the most widely used early childhood cognitive assessment measures. Poster presented at CPA, Halifax, NS. Miller, L. D., Turner, C., Waechtler, V., Baker, H., Fleming, E., Hamill, K., Negreiros, J. , Shumka, E., & Yu, C. M. (2012). The graduate student in context: Working in an active counselling psychology research lab. Session presented at the annual meeting of the Counselling Psychology Research, Langley, BC. Negreiros, J. , & Goldstein, M. (2011). Play and drawings: Expressions of child development. Workshop presented at the 9th annual Early Childhood Assessment (ECA) Conference, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J (2011). Children’s view of safety in their community. Poster presented at the Explorations & Education conference, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , & Shim, V. (2011). Safety in the community: Children’s perspectives. Poster presented at the annual meeting of the California Association of School Psychologists (CASP), Costa Mesa, CA. Negreiros, J. (2011). Children’s perspectives of safety in their neighbourhood. Poster presented at NASP, San Francisco, CA. Ford, L., Merkel, C., & Negreiros, J. (2010). How are early motor development, well-being and cognitive assessment connected? Workshop presented at ECA, Vancouver, BC. Percy, A., Negreiros, J . , & Shim, V. (2010). Children's constructions of their neighbourhood and neighbourhood safety. In L. Ford (Chair), Exploring neighbourhood and community factors that promote early learning and development. Symposium presented at CPA, Winnipeg, SK. Miller, E., Negreiros, J . , & Kishor, N. (2010). The self-esteem of children: Academic achievement and other predictors. Poster presented at NASP, Chicago, IL. Percy, A., Negreiros, J. , & Ford, L. (2010). Examining cognitive assessment training in Canadian schools and clinical psychology programs. Poster presented CPA, Winnipeg, SK. Negreiros, J. (2009). Children’s perspectives of their neighbourhood environment. In L. Ford (Chair), Developing skills in understanding neighbourhood/community factors that promote school readiness. Mini-skills workshop presented at NASP, Boston, MA. Ford, L., Negreiros, J. , Gillespie, L. et al. (2009). Understanding neighbourhood and community factors that promote early development. Symposium presented at ECA, Vancouver, BC. Ford, L., Negreiros, J. , Gillespie, L., Parker, J., & Wallis, J. (2009). Developing skills in understanding neighbourhood/community factors that promote school readiness. Mini-skills workshop presented at NASP, Boston, MA. Ford, L., Kozey, M., Negreiros, J . , & Wallis, J. (2009). Understanding early childhood assessment tools from a CHC perspective. Poster presented at NASP, Boston, MA. Parker, J., Gillespie, L., Negreiros, J. , Wallis, J., & Ford, L. (2009). Community asset mapping: Examining community factors promoting healthy child development. Poster presented at NASP, Boston, MA. Ford, L., McKee, W., Negreiros, J. et al. (2008). Life on the point: Update on the school psychology program. Symposium presented at BCASP, Vancouver, BC. Conference Presentations Training, Workshops and Other Activities UPCOMING Workshop for Educational and Mental Health Professionals on November 8, 2024: "OCD in Schools" to be presented at the BC Association of School Psychologists (BCASP), Vancouver. OCD Public Lecture and Discussion: "OCD in Youth" at the BC Children's Hospital Chan Center (February 2024). Workshop, "Anxiety: From psycho-educational assessment to intervention," presented to school psychologists at the BC Association of School Psychologists (BCASP), Vancouver (November 2023) Workshop, "Family accommodation and helping my child transition to the summer break," presented to parents at Pleasantside Elementary, Port Moody (June 2023) Workshop, "OCD in Schools," presented to educators at the Vancouver School Board (April 2023) Keynote Speaker, "Anxiety in Schools," presented to educators from the Gulf Islands school district (February 2023) Workshop, "Practical and evidence-based strategies to help my child cope with anxiety," presented to parents and educators Pleasantside Elementary, Port Moody (November 2022) Development and Training of MAPE program, "MAP for Educators [MAPE] Anxiety Canada ," presented to Saskatchewan educators via Zoom (March 2022) Workshop, "Beyond traditional CBT strategies to help anxious students thrive," presented to the Gulf Islands Schools via Zoom (February 2022) Guest Lecture Speaker, "Anxiety 101", presented to graduate students taking the UBC EPSE 507 Psychopathology course via Zoom (February 2022) Negreiros, J. (2022). Helping educators best support anxious students. Keynote speaker at the Education Assitant Professional Development Day, Southeast Kootenay, Zoom. Negreiros, J. (2022). Understanding a psycho-educational assessment report. Guest speaker at the CAP research seminar to medicine residents at the BC Children's Hospital, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2021). ADHD or OCD: Comorbidities and telling them apart. Interview recorded for the ADHD What Now? Youtube Channel. Negreiros, J. (2021). What to do when I am anxious? Video recording for students across BC to be posted at the Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder(POPFASD)website. Negreiros, J. (2021). Anxiety strategies with Dr. Juliana. Monthly consultation provided to the Vancouver School Board, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2021). Helping my child cope with everyday anxiety. Workshop presented to schools the Coquitlam School District, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2021). Understanding anxiety in schools - Parts 1 & 2. Workshop presented to the Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA), Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2021). When anxiety goes to school. Workshop presented to the Gulf Islands Schools, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2021). How to support parents and children's mental health during the pandemic. Interview provided to Humber News, Toronto. Negreiros, J. (2021). When anxiety goes to school. Workshop presented to the Vancouver School Board, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2021). How to best support anxious children. Workshop presented at YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2020). Delving deeper into anxiety and FASD. Training provided to the POPFASD District Partner Meeting, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2020). EASE Fall training. Training presented to new EASE trainers, Zoom, BC. Negreiros, J. (2019). Working with students with FASD and anxiety. Training provided to the POPFASD District Partner Meeting, Richmond, BC. Negreiros, J. (2019). Knowledge, prevention, and intervention for anxious students: EASE Fall training. Training presented to new EASE trainers, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. (2019). Anxiety in schools: Knowledge and strategies. Workshop presented at Credo Christian High School, Langley, BC. Negreiros, J. et al. (2019). Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder cognitive-behaviour therapy Training. Training presented to the Ministry of Child and Family Development staff in Victoria, BC. Negreiros, J. (2019). Anxiety in the early years. Workshop presented at the Early Childhood Development Round Table, Burnaby, BC. Negreiros, J. (2018). Supporting preschoolers with anxiety. Workshop presented at the YMCA Childcare Resource and Referral, Coquitlam, BC. Negreiros, J. (2018). Hands-on strategies to support anxious students. Workshop presented at Burnaby South Secondary, Burnaby, BC. Negreiros, J. (2018). How to best support anxious students. Workshop presented at the Maple Ridge School District, Maple Ridge, BC. Negreiros, J. (2018) OCD in schools. Panellist at the "OCD Awareness Week" event at the BC Children's Hospital, Vancouver, BC Negreiros, J. , Shumka, E., & Law, J., (2018). EASE train-the-trainer workshop. Two-day training provided to educators who are training teachers across British Columbia on classroom-based strategies to manage anxiety in k-grade 7 students. Negreiros, J. (2018). Classroom interventions to support anxious students. Two-day workshop presented at the Frank Spragins High School, Fort McMurray, AB. Negreiros, J. (2018). Anxiety: Getting students in school. Full-day workshop presented at the Surrey School District, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2018). Classroom interventions to support anxious students. Workshop presented at the Burnaby School District, Burnaby, BC. Negreiros, J. (2018). Pediatric OCD in the Provincial OCD Program. Guest speaker at the Projeto Transtornos do Espectro Obsessivo Compulsivo (Protoc) in Sao Paulo, SP, Brazil. Negreiros, J. (2017). Translating OCD brain-behaviour research into clinical practice. Blog posted on ADAA website. Negreiros, J. , Chacon, P. & de Mathis, A. (2017). “Brazilian way of doing things” as a potential barrier to treating OCD. Blog posted on ADAA website. Negreiros, J. (2017). Neurocognitive functioning in pediatric OCD. Webinar presented at the ADAA Child and Adolescent SIG Peer Consultation. Stewart, S. E. & Negreiros, J. (2017). Translation studies of pediatric OCD. Presentation at the VU University Medical Center, Amsterdam, Netherlands. Stewart, S. E. & Negreiros, J. (2017). Clinical studies of pediatric OCD. Presentation at the University of Gothenburg, Gothenburg, Sweden. Stewart, S. E. & Negreiros, J. (2017). Multimodal examination of pediatric OCD. Presentation at the Aarhus University Hospital, Aarhus, Denmark. Negreiros, J. (2017). Identifying and supporting students with OCD in schools. Handout posted on AnxietyBC website. Negreiros, J. (2017). Resources for OCD. Handout posted on AnxietyBC website. Negreiros, J. (2017). Managing anxiety in the classroom. Workshop presented at the Surrey School District, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2016). A little OCD? Guest speaker at a panel sponsored by AnxietyBC, Chan Center and Peter Wall, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. (2015). Treatment for pediatric OCD. Workshop provided to mental health clinicians from the Ministry of Children and Family Development (MCFD) across BC, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2015). OCD in schools. Guest speaker at the OCD Awareness Day, BCCH, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. (2015). Treatment for youth with OCD. Guest speaker at the Psychologists' Peer Consultation and Continuing Education meeting, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2014). Treatment for pediatric OCD. Guest speaker at UBC, course EPSE 552: School-Based Interventions, Vancouver, BC. Pollard, A., Stewart, S. E., Negreiros, J. et al. (2014). Let’s talk about OCD in schools. Panel presented at the “Let’s talk about OCD in schools” workshop, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. , Percy, A., Kelm, J., Shumka, E., Trach, J., & Miller, L. D (2013). Classroom strategies to support children with anxiety. Workshop provided to teachers at Rosemary Heights Elementary school, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2011). Drawings and child development. Guest speaker at the Summer Institute, course: ECED 380/ 96A, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. (2011). Results of a study conducted on children’s perspectives of safety in their neighbourhood. Paper presented at the Human Early Learning Partnership retreat meeting, Vancouver, BC. Negreiros, J. & Husain, S. (2010). Cattell-Horn-Carroll (CHC) theory as a framework and the use of cross battery assessment. Workshop presented at the monthly meeting of School Psychologists at the Surrey School District, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2010). Differential Abilities Scales, Second Edition (DAS-II). Workshop presented at the monthly meeting of School Psychologists at the Surrey School District, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. (2010). Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS). Training provided to Learning Support Team at Surrey Traditional school, Surrey, BC. Negreiros, J. & Husain, S. (2008). Dynamic Indicators of Basic Early Literacy Skills (DIBELS). Training provided to the Learning Assistance Center at St. Joseph’s Elementary school, Vancouver, BC.

Julia is a senior Ph.D. student in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University, working as an advanced practicum student at Beacon Psychology. Julia Lukacs ( pronouns: she/her/hers) Julia completed a Masters of Science in the Clinical & Developmental Psychopathology program at the Vrije Universiteit Amsterdam in the Netherlands. After living three years in France, she moved to beautiful British Columbia, where she is currently pursuing her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology at Simon Fraser University (SFU). Her research focuses on the benefits of outdoor play for elementary school-aged children with diagnoses of anxiety and ADHD. At SFU, she is also a member of the Autism and Developmental Disabilities Lab. Julia is committed to helping her clients and their families better understand themselves and empowering them to navigate their world through evidence-based tools and techniques. Julia has previous experience conducting psycho-educational assessments with youth and young adults as well as working with individuals from diverse backgrounds with depression, anxiety, and ADHD, as well as those who have experienced trauma. She also worked with children with anxiety-related disorders, such as selective mutism, in a group therapy setting, using cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) techniques. ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS In her free time, Julia is a fan of anything that gets her out and moving, especially if it involves trees. She loves a good walk in the woods, skiing and running. Her favourite method of locomotion is a bicycle. When it's too rainy to go out, Julia won't hesitate to bake up a storm (she makes a mean carrot cake!) and curl up with a good book or movie. LANGUAGES Julia is fluent in English, Hungarian, and French. SERVICES Julia provides in-person and online sessions on Wednesdays and Fridays.

Recent activities including workshops, webinars, training, and more, delivered by the Beacon Psychology clinicians. Workshops & Training In addition to providing therapy, consultation, and psycho-educational evaluations, Dr. Juliana and her team are actively involved in delivering training and workshops (other team members are specified in parenthesis): Workshop for Educational and Mental Health Professionals : "OCD in Schools" presented at the BC Association of School Psychologists (BCASP), Vancouver (November 2024). OCD Public Lecture and Discussion: "OCD in Youth" at the BC Children's Hospital Chan Center (February 2024). Workshop, "Anxiety: From psycho-educational assessment to intervention," presented to school psychologists at the BC Association of School Psychologists (BCASP), Vancouver (November 2023) Workshop, "Family accommodation and helping my child transition to the summer break," presented to parents at Pleasantside Elementary, Port Moody (June 2023) Workshop, "OCD in Schools," presented to educators at the Vancouver School Board (April 2023) Keynote Speaker, "Anxiety in Schools," presented to educators from the Gulf Islands school district (February 2023) Workshop, "Practical and evidence-based strategies to help my child cope with anxiety," presented to parents and educators Pleasantside Elementary, Port Moody (November 2022) Development and Training of MAPE program, "MAP for Educators [MAPE] Anxiety Canada ," presented to Saskatchewan educators via Zoom (March 2022) Workshop, "Beyond traditional CBT strategies to help anxious students thrive," presented to the Gulf Islands Schools educators via Zoom (February 2022) Guest Lecture Speaker, "Anxiety 101", presented to graduate students taking the UBC EPSE 507 Psychopathology course, via Zoom (February 2022) Guest speaker (Diana Franco), "Self-care and well-being facing racism" presented to OPTIONS CANADA Anti-Racism Project Community Workshop, Funded by IRCC (February 2022) Presenter (Diana Franco), "Building your communication and conflict resolution toolbox" presented to Yukon Government via Zoom (February 2022) Keynote Speaker, "Helping educators best support anxious students," presented at the Education Assitant Professional Development Day, Southeast Kootenay, SD#5, via Zoom (January 2022) Guest Speaker, "Understanding a psycho-educational assessment report," presented at the CAP research seminar to medicine residents at the BC Children's Hospital via Zoom (January 2022) Video presentation, "What to do when I am anxious?" video for students across BC recorded for the Provincial Outreach Program for Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder (POPFASD) website (November 2021) Consultation, "Anxiety strategies with Dr. Juliana," provided to the Vancouver School Board via Zoom (March, April & May 2021) Webinar, "Helping my child cope with everyday anxiety," presented to schools at the Coquitlam School District via Zoom (May 2021) Workshop, "Understanding anxiety in schools - Part 1" presented to Catholic Independent Schools Vancouver Archdiocese (CISVA) via Zoom (March & April 2021) Workshop, "When anxiety goes to school" presented to the Gulf Islands Schools via Zoom (March 2021) Workshop, "When anxiety goes to school" presented at the Vancouver School Board via Zoom (February 2021) Workshop, "How to best support anxious children," presented at YMCA Child Care Resource & Referral via Zoom (January 2021) Keynote Speaker, "Delving deeper into anxiety and FASD," presented to the POPFASD District Partner Meeting via Zoom (November 2020) Training, "Knowledge, prevention, and intervention for anxious students: EASE Fall training," presented to the new EASE trainers, Zoom, BC (September 2020). Review of resources for publication in Open School BC, "EASE - Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators" (February & March 2020). Training, "Working with students with FASD and anxiety," presented to the POPFASD District Partner Meeting, Richmond, BC (November 2019) Training, "Knowledge, prevention, and intervention for anxious students: EASE Fall training," presented to the new EASE trainers, Vancouver, BC (September 2019) Workshop, "Anxiety in schools: Knowledge and strategies," presented at Credo Christian High School, Langley, BC (August 2019) Symposium, "Overcoming barriers to effective exposures," presented at the International OCD Foundation Conference in Austin, TX (July 2019) Workshop, "Life outside OCD, maximizing your enjoyable moments," presented to youth with OCD at the International OCD Foundation Conference in Austin, TX (July 2019) Training, "Pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder cognitive-behaviour therapy workshop" presented to the Ministry of Child and Family Development staff in Victoria, BC (May 2019) Poster, "Neurocognitive trait and state markers in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder," presented at the Anxiety and Depression Association of America conference in Chicago, IL (March 2019) Workshop, "Anxiety in the early years," presented at the Early Childhood Development Round Table, Burnaby, BC (January 2019) Workshop, "Supporting preschoolers with anxiety," presented at the YMCA Childcare Resource and Referral, Coquitlam, BC (November 2018) Workshop, "Hands-on strategies to support anxious students," presented at Burnaby South Secondary, Burnaby, BC (November 2018) Half-day workshop, "How to best support anxious students," presented at the Maple Ridge School District (November 2018) Panellist at the "OCD Awareness Week" event at the BC Children's Hospital, Vancouver, BC (October 2018) Poster, "Neurocognitive heritable trait and state markers in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder," presented at the Brain Behaviour Development Research Day at the BC Children's Hospital Research Institute, Vancouver, BC (October 2018) Development of EASE and 2-day training, "EASE Fall training MCFD-AnxietyCanada," Vancouver, BC (September 2018) 2-day workshop, "Awareness and strategies for anxiety in schools," presented at Frank Spragins High School in Fort McMurray, AB (August 2018) Poster, "Group booster sessions following Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder: Development, utilization, and satisfaction," presented at the International OCD Foundation conference (July 2018) Poster, "Academic skills in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: A preliminary study," presented at the University of British Columbia Psychiatry Research Day, Vancouver, BC (June 2018) 1-day workshop, "Anxiety: Getting students in the school," presented at the Surrey School District, Surrey, BC (April 2018) Workshop, "Anxiety management in the classroom," presented at the Burnaby School District, Burnaby, BC (February 2018)

Our team is actively present in the research community. Here are some of our publications. Publications Batista de Carvalho, L., Negreiros, J. , & Batistuzzo, M., (in press). Transtorno Obsessivo Compulsivo: critérios diagnósticos, alterações cognitivas e comportamentais, avaliação neuropsicológica, caso clínico e parâmetros de intervenção. Negreiros, J. , & Martinez, K. (2022). Getting comfortable with uncertainty for teens: 10 tips to overcome anxiety, fear, and worry . Book published by New Harbinger. Negreiros, J ., Best, J. R., Vallani, T., Belschner, Szymanski, J., & Stewart, S. E. (2022). Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD) in the school: Parental experiences regarding impacts and disclosure , Journal of Child and Family Studies. Vallani, T.,Best, J. R., Selles, R.R., Negreiros, J., ...& Stewart, S. E. (2022). School and parent perspectives on symptomatology in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) , Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. Jaspers-Fayer, F ... Negreiros, J .(2022). An fMRI study of cognitive planning before and after provoked distress in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder, Journal of the American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Selles, R.R., Naqqash, Z., Best, J.R., Franco-Yamin, D., Qiu, S.T., Ferreira, J.S., Deng, X., Hannesdottir, D.K., Oberth, C., Belschner, L., Negreiros, J ., Farrell, L.J., & Stewart, S.E. (2021). Effects of treatment setting on outcomes of flexibly-dosed intensive cognitive behavioral therapy for pediatric OCD: A randomized controlled pilot trial . Frontiers in Psychiatry: Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. Batistuzzo, M., Negreiros, J. , & Fontenelle, L. (2022). Neuropsicologia do Transtorno Obsessivo-Compulsivo. Neuropsicologia dos Transtornos Psiquiatricos, Capitulo 7, Ampla Editora Comercio e Treinamento. Negreiros, J., Best, J. R., Franco Yamin, D., Belschner, Lin, S., F, & Stewart, S. E. (2020). Test-based versus parent ratings of executive function in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder . Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders . Negreiros, J., Belschner, L., Joffres, Y., Lin, S., Franco Yamin, D., Selles, R. R., Jaspers-Fayer, F., Miller, L. D., Honer, W. G., Woodward, T. S., & Stewart, S. E. (2019). Neurocognitive risk markers in pediatric Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder . Journal of Clinical Child & Adolescent Psychology. Negreiros, J. , Selles, R. R., Lin, S., Belschner, L., & Stewart, S. E. (2019).Cognitive behavioral therapy booster treatment in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: A utilization assessment pilot study, Annals of Clinical Psychiatry, 31, 179-191 . Negreiros, J. , Belschner, L., Selles, R. R., Lin, S., & Stewart, S. E.(2018). Academic skills in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: A preliminary study , Annals of Clinical Psychiatry,30, 185-195 . Selles, R. R., Belschner, L., Negreiros, J. , Schubert, D., Lin, S., … Stewart, S. E.(2018). Family-based cognitive behavioral therapy for pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder: Global outcomes and predictors of improvement , Psychiatry Research, 260 ,116-122. Jaspers-Fayer, F., Negreiros, J. , Lin Yao, S., Belschner, L., & Stewart, S. E.(2017). A functional MRI case study of planning in monozygotic twins discordant for obsessive-compulsive disorder. Journal of Clinical Psychiatry,78 . Stewart, S. E., Negreiros, J ., Belschner, L., & Lin, S. (2016). Neurocognition in pediatric obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD): Clinical impacts and future considerations. American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, 55 (10), S291. Negreiros, J. , & Miller, L. D.(2014). The role of parenting in childhood anxiety: Etiological factors and treatment implications. Clinical Psychology: Science and Practice, 21(1), 3-17. Negreiros, J ., & Miller, L. D.(2014). Integrating school-based family counselling into school psychology practice. British Journal of Education, Society & Behavioural Science, 4(7) ,883-896 . Ford, L., Kozey, M., & Negreiros, J. (2012). Cognitive assessment in early childhood: Theoretical and practice perspectives. D. P. Flanagan & P. L. Harrison (Eds.), Contemporary intellectual assessment: Theories, tests, and issues , Third edition (pp.585-622). New York: Guildford Press. Negreiros, J. (2011). Children’s perspectives of safety in their neighbourhood. The Community Psychologist newsletter, 44 ,41-43. Ford, L., Swart, S., Negreiros, J. , Lacroix, S., & McGrew, K. F.(2010). Use of the Woodcock-Johnson III NU Tests of Cognitive Abilities and Tests of Achievement with Canadian populations (Woodcock-Johnson III Assessment Service Bulletin No. 12). Rolling Meadows, IL: Riverside Publishing. Negreiros, J., & Ford, L.(2009). Teacher training with the Early Development Instrument. In J. Schroader (Ed.), Creating communities for young children. A toolkit for change ( pp.25-32). Vancouver, BC: Human Early Learning Partnership.

Marissa is a Ph.D. student in the School and Applied Child Psychology program (SACP) at UBC. She has extensive experience conducting complex psychological assessments and interventions. She currently is doing an advanced practicum at Beacon Psychology. Marissa Hall ( pronouns: she/her/hers) Marissa is a Ph.D. student in the School and Applied Child Psychology program (SACP) at the University of British Columbia. During her time in the SACP program, she has obtained extensive experience conducting complex psychological assessments and interventions. She has supported children, youth, and their families with social-emotional and behavioural challenges and neurodevelopmental differences. In particular, Marissa is a PEERS® Certified Provider who provides evidence-based social skills training to teens and their families. In addition, Marissa has a significant experience working in diverse settings, including schools, private practice, and the community, where she collaborates with parents, teachers, and other mental health specialists. Marissa is passionate about empowering her clients to create tangible and meaningful change. She believes creating a safe, non-judgmental and inclusive space is the best way for her clients to recognize their strengths and work toward their goals. Her doctoral research focuses on how difficulties with self-regulation impact young children’s social-emotional development and academic achievement. ACTIVITIES & INTERESTS Marissa enjoys being active. Since moving here from Ontario, most of her free time has been spent in the backcountry hiking, skiing, and camping. She’ll occasionally enjoy a sunset run around the seawall. LANGUAGES Marissa speaks English fluently. SERVICES Marissa provides in-person and online sessions on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Beacon Psychology clinicians are highly qualified and provide evidence-based therapy for children, youth, and young adults with anxiety, OCD, and behavioural challenges and conduct psycho-educational assessments. 
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Kelly is a clinical counsellor with over 13 years of experience working in the social services field with children, youth and young adults within outreach, community, school, and clinical settings. Kelly Archer ( pronouns: she/her/hers) Kelly is a clinical counsellor with over 13 years of experience working in the social services field with children, youth and young adults within outreach, community, school, and clinical settings. She is an energetic and engaged therapist who has a strong passion for supporting young people in improving their mental health. Kelly has worked with a broad scope of clients, ranging in age from 5 to 24 years old, who present with various mental health concerns, from anxiety and depression to disordered eating, substance misuse, trauma, and identity exploration. She also provides parent and school consultations and supports young people identifying as LGBTQ+. Kelly has significant experience working with individuals and groups using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) techniques. She worked for many years as a clinician at Child and Youth Mental Health. She recognizes that some individuals may be nervous about counselling, ambivalent about change, or already have had a negative counselling experience. As such, Kelly focuses first on developing a strong therapeutic alliance, developing the relationship while encouraging and empowering young people to make positive changes. CERTIFICATION Kelly completed her Bachelor of Arts at UBC Okanagan and holds a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology degree from Yorkville University. In addition, she is a Registered Clinical Counsellor (RCC#11907) with the BC Association of Clinical Counsellors. Kelly has received training in providing Standard, Trauma, and Eating Disorder-focused CBT, Emotion-Focused Family Therapy (EFFT), DBT, and SPACE therapy (Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions). Kelly has also received training and supervision in utilizing Motivational Interviewing (MI) strategies. Additionally, she is a registered counsellor with the Crime Victims Assistance Program (CVAP). INTERESTS AND ACTIVITIES Kelly is a wife and mother of two energetic little girls. When she is not working or spending time with her family, you can likely find her running on the local mountain trails, skiing, spending time with friends over a delicious meal, or curled up with a book or a good tv show. LANGUAGES Kelly provides therapy in English. She also has training and experience working with interpreters/translators and the hearing impaired. SERVICES Kelly provides online sessions on Tuesdays and Wednesdays (9 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.). CONTACT kelly@beaconpsychology.ca

Anxiety resources to help children, teens, families, and educators learn about anxiety, understand CBT and more! Anxiety Resources Free Interventions My Anxiety Plans (MAPS): MAPS are anxiety management programs based on CBT, an evidence-based psychological treatment. You can choose from two MAPs - Children/Teens and Adults. Confident Parents: Thriving Kids – Anxiety : A free coach-based program offered by the Canadian Mental Health Association in BC to help parents support their children aged 3-12 to manage anxiety. Mind Space Virtual and In-Person Psychoeducational Groups : A variety of programs for individuals aged 17.5 + with anxiety, depression, insomnia, ADHD, and/or for parents/caregivers. Apps Mindshift : A free app created by anxiety experts and designed to help teens and young adults cope with anxiety. Smiling Mind: A free app created to help young children, youth, parents, and school professionals practice daily meditation and mindfulness exercises. Headspace: A paid app designed for people of all ages to learn to meditate and live mindfully. CALM : A paid app designed to help people sleep, meditate and relax. Websites Anxiety Canada : a nonprofit organization whose mission is to increase awareness and promote education about anxiety disorders, increase access to evidence-based treatment, and encourage and develop new treatments and delivery. Anxiety Canada has many handouts and video clips with experts in childhood anxiety explaining the different types of anxiety disorders with tips for children, adults, parents, and educators. Anxiety Canada also has other video clips with real students describing their struggles and ways they learned to cope with anxiety and a free online anxiety management program. EASE (Everyday Anxiety Strategies for Educators): For Educators : a collection of evidence-informed anxiety management and resilience-building resources for use with B.C. students in grades K-7. The resources use cognitive behavioural strategies to address the thoughts, feelings and behaviours associated with anxiety. These resources were co-developed by Dr. Juliana in partnership with Anxiety Canada and MCFD. For Parents : To help support learning across environments, fun and practical EASE lessons have been adapted for use by parents and caregivers to help children manage worries and anxiety at home. Kelty Mental Health: An organization that helps families across the province navigate the mental health system, listen and offer peer support, and connect them to resources and tools. Child Mind Institute: This independent, national nonprofit organization provides information about mental health disorders to families and educators. Anxiety in the Classroom : Sponsored by the International OCD Foundation, this website offers helpful information, resources, and materials about anxiety and OCD as they relate to the school setting. It also provides specific tools for teachers, administrators, and other school personnel who may work with students with anxiety and OCD. Parents and students can also find tools and information to help them advocate for school accommodations, as well as to educate their teachers and classmates about OCD and anxiety. Anxiety and Depression Association of America : This organization offers excellent information on anxiety strategies to be implemented at home and in schools and research-based information for children, adolescents, parents, and professionals. Teen Mental Health: This interactive website provides mental health literacy for teens and school professionals, including slides and handouts. It has entertaining animations to help teens better understand mental health disorders. Enhance your learning about anxiety (click on the links below) Learning about anxiety in schools Information for children Information for youth Learn about the Fight-Flight-Freeze response Video for young kids Video for teens Video for adults Learn about Exposures How to do them Examples of fear ladders Maximizing exposures for anxiety: article and interview Learn about Family Accommodation Recognize and reduce it Evidence-based guidebook for parents based on the SPACE program Excessive reassurance-seeking strategies School Resources Podcast about school accommodations for students with anxiety and OCD provided by Dr. Juliana The Vaccination CARD Toolkit (Comfort, Ask, Relax, Distract) is a science-based, proven framework for helping prepare children for stressful events such as school-based vaccinations, presentations, and examinations. Webinar about School Refusal Brain Health Videos The Teen Brain by Dan Siegel How stress affects your brain The importance of sleep Selective Mutism (SM) SM Information: Selective Mutism Association Anxiety Canada Child Mind Institute A psycho-educational 10-minute video that explains selective mutism and shows effective strategies that can be used by caregivers, teachers, and friends in various settings Training: Free Selective Mutism Training for Parents and Educators Free phone-based coaching is offered by the BC government to families who have children between ages 3 and 12 years with mild anxiety symptoms. SM Activities & Games Separation Anxiety Disorder Video for children and teens Video for parents of kindergarteners Panic Disorder Video Social Anxiety Disorder Video Handling criticism Phobias General information Fear of vomiting- resources Fear of needles - resources Anxiety Booklist Breaking Free of Child Anxiety and OCD: A Scientifically Proven Program for Parents by Eli Lebowitz The Anxiety Workbook For Kids: Take Charge Of Fears And Worries Using The Gift Of Imagination by Robin Alter and Crystal Clarke The Anxiety Workbook for Teens: Activities to Help You Deal with Anxiety and Worry by Lisa M. Schab Freeing Your Child from Anxiety: Powerful, Practical Solutions to Overcome Your Child's Fears, Worries, and Phobias by Tamar E. Chansky