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Fall 2016 BC CEC Workshop

    Anxiety in the Classroom:
    A Toolbox for Teachers

    Presented By Dr. Katherine Martinez

    Friday, October 21st, 2016
    9:00 am – 3:30 pm
    Doors open, coffee served @ 8:30 am
    Lunch Included!

    Surrey Christian School Secondary Campus
    Room: Performing Arts Centre (PAC)
    15353-92nd Ave., Surrey, BC

     

    Registration Now Closed

    Remember to bring your confirmation of membership (receipt) to the workshop.


    About This Workshop:

    Educational professionals are increasingly challenged to support students with all levels of anxiety and related behaviours. This workshop is designed for professionals who work in educational settings with youth aged 5-18.

    This workshop will provide information about the most common anxiety disorders in school-aged children: separation anxiety, generalized anxiety, and social anxiety, as well as obsessive compulsive disorder (OCD). The presentation will examine how these specific anxiety disorders can impact the child, and what it “looks” like within the classroom setting.

    Participants will gain knowledge of various cognitive-behavioural strategies to help support students either diagnosed with a specific anxiety disorder or demonstrating behaviours that might be indicative of an emerging anxiety disorder. There will be time throughout the day for ongoing questions and discussion to help bring concepts to life and to allow participants the opportunity to practice some of the skills introduced.


    About Our Presenter:

    Dr. Katherine Martinez is a registered psychologist in British Columbia with over 15 years of experience in clinical work, research, and training. Dr. Martinez is on staff at the Vancouver CBT Centre and specializes in cognitive-behavioural assessment and treatment of anxiety, mood, and childhood disorders in youth as well as working with college students as they navigate the transition from adolescence into adulthood. She also provides parent effectiveness training to parents and caregivers of children aged 2-18 in both office and home settings as needed. In addition to direct clinical care, Dr. Martinez has co-authored the book, My Anxious Mind: A teen’s guide to managing anxiety and panic (Magination Press, 2009)..


    Who Should Attend

    • K-12 Classroom teachers
    • Learning Assistance/Resource teachers
    • Paraprofessionals
    • Other Professionals who support students with Complex Learning Needs