What I thought was brilliant is it acknowledges the child’s fear and doesn’t make it into something bad or something to be ashamed of, inside it explains why it is exists and that while sometimes fear or apprehension can be a good thing, sometimes it works against us too. There are plenty of illustrations making the book bright and engaging and some fun facts dotted throughout the pages too. I love this book series! This book provides a non-judgemental, encouraging and helpful guide to children who face anxiety at the thought of new things. Huebner’s TEDx talk on Rethinking Anxiety has been viewed over 700,000 times.ĭr. She has been featured on the TODAY Show, CNN.com, WebMD and many other news and information outlets, and is frequently interviewed by popular parenting magazines. Huebner’s books sell briskly around the world, and have been translated into 23 languages. Huebner’s books echo her philosophy - that children can and should be taught to help themselves, and that they are capable of overcoming even stuck-seeming challenges.ĭr. Her newest book maintains her distinctive voice while adding a layer of detail and sophistication appreciated by older children and teens.Īll of Dr. She created a format effective for 6-12-year olds – the What to Do Guides for Kids - teaching complex psychological concepts using metaphors, language, and humor easily understood by children. Huebner recognized the need for lively, easy-to-read take-home materials to help children practice the strategies they were learning in her office. She is the author of 9 books, including the bestselling What to Do When You Worry Too Much and more recent, Outsmarting Worry.ĭr. Dawn Huebner, PhD, is a Clinical Psychologist specializing in the treatment of anxious children and their parents.

Outsmarting Worry by Dawn Huebner