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Speakers & Speaking Topics

McCaskill Team Speaking Topics

The Psychologists at McCaskill Family Services are well-versed in a wide range of topics. Below is a list of the topics that our Psychologists are able to present on for schools, churches and any other interested organizations.

If you are interested in booking one of our Psychologists for a speaking engagement, please email office@mccaskillfamilyservices.com or give us a call at (734) 416-9098.

Speaking Topics:

What Children Need in the Aftermath of a Violent Event (for parents/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

Sensory Processing Issues in Children (for parents/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

Dyslexia (for parent/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

ADHD: Myths and Misconceptions (for parents/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

Warning Signs of Learning Disabilities (for parents/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

Help for Parents Navigating the Teen Years (for parents/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

Strategies for Reducing Children's Anxiety (for parents/caregivers)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

The Power of Gratitude (for professionals/teachers/admins)
Presented by: Dr. Pamela A. McCaskill, Ph.D., LP

ADHD or Anxiety or Both: How to Tell and How to Help
Presented by Dr. Amanda Klingensmith Ph.D., LP

Tics/Tourettes
Presented by: Dr. Amanda Klingensmith, Ph.D., LP

Handling Self-harm
Presented by: Dr. Amanda Klingensmith, Ph.D., LP

Strong-willed Behaviors in Children
Presented by: Dr. Amanda Klingensmith, Ph.D., LP & Emily Brzak, M.A. LLP

Video Game/Electronic Addictions
Presented by: Dr. Amanda Klingensmith, Ph.D., LP

Stress Management Tips (For adults)
Presented by: Nicole Wozniak, Psy.D., LP

Managing Anxiety in the Classroom (All educators of any age)
Presented by: Nicole Wozniak, Psy.D., LP

Tips for Recognizing Mood Disorders in Teens (For parents of children 12-18)
Presented by: Nicole Wozniak, Psy.D., LP

Assistive Technology: Top 5 Tools for Addressing Learning Challenges
Presented by: Emily Kavanagh, M.S., LLP

Collaborative Problem Solving: A Different (and better) way to communicate with your kids and solve problems. (For parents of children aged 6-12)
Presented by: Jaclyn Rink, M.S., LLP

Building Positive Relationships: Attachment-Based Parenting. The How-To's. (for parents of children aged 6-12) 
Presented by: Jaclyn Rink, M.S., LLP

You're In Charge: Emotion Regulation Skills for Managing Your Response to Difficult Situations.(For young teens and adults)
Presented by: Jaclyn Rink, M.S., LLP

Am I OCD or am I COVID anxious?
Presented by: Jaclyn Rink, M.S., LLP

How to Help Your Child Handle Grief and Loss (for parents of children ages 5-12)
This is designed to cover developmental stages of understanding death, stages of grief and loss, and methods for coping and discussing grief and loss with your child depending on their age. Presented by: Emily Brzak, M.A. LLP

How to Handle Child & Teen Emotional Dysregulation (for parents of children ages 2-18)
Presented by: Emily Brzak, M.A. LLP

Managing Change
Presented by: Barbara Dunn M.A., LPC

Middle School Drama
Presented by: Barbara Dunn M.A., LPC

Building Effective Communication Skills (for any age)
Presented by: Kristie Wyler, M.A. LLP

Building Self-Esteem and Self-Confidence (for any age)
Presented by: Kristie Wyler, M.A. LLP

Diet Culture, Body Image, and Disordered Eating (for adolescents and adults)
Presented by: Kristie Wyler, M.A. LLP

Healthy Teen Relationships
Presented by: Jessica Peatee Ph.D., LLP

Gentle Nutrition Concepts (for adolescent and Older)
Presented by: Daylan Wentland MS RD

Nutrition Education for Weight Restoration and Eating Disorders (adults- parents/caregivers and professionals)
Presented by: Daylan Wentland MS RD

Practical Food and Nutrition Life Skills (for teens and Older)
Presented by: Daylan Wentland MS RD

Fueling For Activity (for adolescents and older)
Presented by: Daylan Wentland MS RD

Is it Laziness or Should I Be Concerned?: Identifying Signs of Mental Illness in Children and Preteens - (for teachers/parents/caregivers of children aged 5 to 12)
Presented by: Sydney Rumley