E.174 Overcoming Children's Fear of Dogs: Insights from Stefani Cohen

Send us a text Unlock the secrets to building a fearless future for your children with our inspiring guest, Stefani Cohen. A true authority in family dynamics and stress-positive parenting, Stefani shares her decades of wisdom and insight into overcoming children"s fear of dogs. Drawing from her book, "Overcoming Your Child"s Fear of Dogs," she unveils groundbreaking strategies like systematic desensitization and experiential exposure therapy. With heartwarming anecdotes about her late canine companion Fozzie and her new dog Winnie, Stefni illustrates how dogs play a vital role in her therapeutic work and community outreach. Venture into the mechanics of phobia treatment with Stefani as we dissect the importance of creating a safe and trustworthy environment for those facing their fears. The journey varies for everyone, and Stefani emphasizes the necessity of adapting to the client"s pace without pressure. Through detailed real-life case studies, learn how children and adults alike can confront their fears, whether it"s dogs, spiders, or other phobias. Discover the tailored methodologies that ensure genuine progress and the emotional breakthroughs that come from facing these fears head-on. Finally, embrace the concept of meeting people where they"re at, as Stefani shares her unique approach to therapy. From innovative session settings to the pivotal use of a fear scale, she stresses the importance of personalization in overcoming anxiety. As we highlight her contributions, including a companion workbook co-authored with her daughter, we celebrate the powerful impact of her work in guiding families toward a harmonious relationship with their canine companions. Go check out her activity book at:  https://www.amazon.com/Overcoming-Your-Childs-Step-Step/dp/1662900198 Get her book at this link: https://a.co/d/8F7yAQ3 Book a session on her website: https://overcomefearofdogs.com/Freed.ai: We’ll Do Your SOAP Notes! Freed AI converts conversations into SOAP note.Use code Steve50 for $50 off the 1st month! Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you. Support the show YouTube Channel For The Podcast