Description
School’s back in session – but that’s not good news for everyone.
A safe haven for some and a source of significant stress for others, school presents a number of unique stressors – particularly those with anxiety or ADHD.
David M. Pratt – CBT Strategies for Kids and Adolescents: Supporting Students with ADHD and Anxiety
And as they navigate their new normal at school, they’ll need more support than ever. Are you prepared?
Join child and adolescent CBT expert Dr. David Pratt for this compelling 90-minute training designed to set you and your clients or students up for success in the school year.
You’ll learn:
Why students with anxiety and/or ADHD are especially vulnerable to difficulties re-entering school after a prolonged absence
Easy to implement CBT strategies and tools to help your students meet academic and social demands of school
And more!
This training is a must-attend for anyone working with school-age kids and adolescents – sign up today!
Handouts
Manual – CBT Strategies for Kids and Adolescents (401 KB) 36 Pages Available after Purchase Illinois Educators Self-study Instructions (28.5 KB) Available after Purchase Illinois Educators Evaluation Form (1.2 MB) Available after Purchase
Outline
School Anxiety: Why Avoidance is not the Solution
A problem on a continuum: From early morning pleas to stay home to chronic absences
Common triggers for avoidance
4 functions of school refusal; CBT interventions designed to match each one
Therapist – parent – school cooperation
ADHD: More Than a “Behavior Problemâ€
7 executive functioning (EF) skills deficits underlying ADHD
Guidance for teachers and parents to teach EF skills
Interventions for motivation, time management, problem solving, emotional self-control, and more
Faculty
David M. Pratt, Ph.D., MSW Related seminars and products: 6
Western New York Psychotherapy Services
David M. Pratt, Ph.D., MSW, is in private practice and Director of the Mood Management Program at the Western New York Psychotherapy Services in Amherst, NY. He is presently on faculty with the University at Buffalo, School of Social Work, Office of Continuing Education, and a member of New York State, Office of Mental Health Advisory Board on Evidence-Based Treatments for Youth. He was the Principal Psychologist at the Western New York Children’s Psychiatric Center, Clinical Assistant Professor of Psychiatry at the University at Buffalo and Adjunct Professor/Lecturer, University at Buffalo Counseling, School and Educational Psychology department.
Dr. Pratt has conducted numerous trainings/workshops in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy at local, state, national, and international forums. He is well regarded as an engaging trainer who emphasizes practical skill development.
Speaker Disclosures:
Financial: David Pratt is in private practice. He receives a speaking honorarium from PESI, Inc.
Non-financial: David Pratt has no relevant non-financial relationship to disclose.
