Childhood Anxiety Disorders is a practical "how to" guide that synthesizes research, offers clear explanations of the theoretical underpinnings of cognitive behavioral therapy with specific intervention techniques, illustrated by case examples, and addresses critical topics to boost favorable outcomes.

Anxiety disorders affect almost 20 percent of youth at any point in time. Recognizing symptoms, accurately diagnosing, and providing effective intervention are imperative because untreated anxiety disorders are associated with significant comorbidities and functional impairment.

Fortunately, there are effective treatments. A discrepancy, however, remains between what practitioners should do and what they actually do. To help bridge this gap, this book offers a practical "how to" guide that synthesizes research, offers clear explanations of the theoretical underpinnings of cognitive behavioral therapy with specific intervention techniques, illustrated by case examples, and addresses critical topics to boost favorable outcomes.

Ashley J. Smith earned her PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Nebraska-Lincoln. She completed a pre-doctoral internship at Children's Mercy Hospital and Clinics before joining Omaha Children's Hospital to help develop their dedicated anxiety services. She was then a senior staff psychologist at the Kansas City Center for Anxiety Treatment, P.A. before starting a private practice. She provides evidence-based treatment for anxiety and obsessive-compulsive spectrum disorders, with expertise in cognitive behavioral therapy. She was an adjunct assistant professor in the Department of Psychology at the University of Missouri-Kansas City. She has several previous publications and regularly presents trainings on local and national levels.