This book is an essential manual for mental health professionals working with young anxious children and their parents. Organized as a 10-session course based on parental guidance, the book provides parents with simple cognitive-behavioral techniques to help their children manage their worries and fears.

* The first manual specifically designed to guide therapists in leading parents through a step-by-step approach to managing young anxious children.

* The manual's empirical focus is particularly effective in treating anxiety disorders in children under 10 years old.

* The inclusion of scenarios throughout the book offers realistic portrayals of the described techniques.

* Stories and analogies are included to explain more complex concepts.

* Includes photocopiable maps and useful additional materials.