KATIE HURLEY, LCSW is a child and adolescent psychotherapist, parenting educator, public speaker, and the author of The Depression Workbook for Teens. Her work covers mental health, child and adolescent development, and parenting. She earned her BA in psychology and women's studies from Boston College and her MSW from the University of Pennsylvania.
"The Depression Workbook for Teens is packed with information,
insights, and strategies that will empower readers to face their
struggles and manage their symptoms. Hurley tackles tough topics
(such as stress, perfectionism, substance use, and social dynamics)
in a way that is realistic, relevant, skillful, engaging, and
hopeful. The quizzes, worksheets, real-life examples, and toolkits
are useful for any teen, regardless of the details of their
challenges. I highly recommend this book to any teen dealing with
depression, and to the parents, educators, and clinicians in their
lives."--Carla Naumburg, PhD, LICSW, author of How to Stop Losing
Your Sh*t with Your Kids
"The Depression Workbook for Teens is insightful, flexibly
responsive, and full of practical strategies. Katie Hurley augments
essential understandings with quizzes, trackers, activities, and
resources. The book's design elements are uplifting, and the
author's messages will reassure and empower readers. A stellar
addition to the literature on adolescent health and
well-being!"--Dr. Joanne Foster, gifted education and child
development expert, author of ABCs of Raising Smarter Kids
"The Depression Workbook for Teens provides the only thorough and
comprehensive resource to help teenagers understand and manage
their depressive symptoms. Teens experience depression differently
than other populations, and author Katie Hurley walks the reader
through the definitions, symptoms, tools, and resources with ease
and grace. . . . It addresses most every question a teen might
have, as well as many issues they may not have previously
considered. This workbook is empowering, encouraging,
thought-provoking, and hopeful on every beautiful page. It will
prove to be an invaluable tool in my practice and for any teens
suffering from depression or depressive symptoms."--John Duffy,
PsyD, best-selling author of The Available Parent and Parenting the
New Teen in the Age of Anxiety
"For teens who may feel overwhelmed or sad, this book offers real
answers to common questions about depression and its causes. Hurley
provides tools and exercises to assess your feelings so you can
take action to feel better. Regardless of your personality, you'll
learn how to practice healthy coping strategies that will help you
through depression and on the way to feeling more joyful about your
life."--Marilyn Price-Mitchell, PhD, developmental psychologist,
researcher, and founder of Roots of Action
"Katie Hurley has a gift for meeting young people right where they
are and equipping them with the knowledge and skills needed to cope
with difficult emotions and turbulent times. Written in a
supportive manner that empowers and reassures, The Depression
Workbook for Teens removes the stigma around mental health so young
people can learn to manage negative thoughts and feelings when they
become overwhelming. It is my greatest hope that every teen will
have access to this life-giving guide that offers true healing,
healthy habits, and a clear path to a happier life."--Rachel Macy
Stafford, New York Times bestselling author of Hands Free Mama,
Hands Free Life, and Only Love Today
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