Foundations Community Partnership - Dr. Jeff Bernstein Workshop

For those lucky enough to attend, I thought that Dr. Jeff Bernstein provided a fun and informative workshop today based on his book "10 Days to a Less Defiant Child." His presentation included his efforts as a therapist and a father. Although he is an "expert" in treating adolescents with ODD, I thought that the strength of his presentation was his authenticity as a person. He established himself as a caring person trying to meet and understand each adolescent at their level, without judgement. He readily admonished himself when "judgement" mistakes occured and processed his thoughts outloud with remarkable transparency. Dr. Bernstein openly acknowledged his own "mistakes" as a parent and a therapist. I did notice a few people around me reacting to his suggestion that contingincy reinforcement is simply "bribary". Perhaps the behaviorists among use may be willing to share some thoughts?Dr. Bernstein said that he would check this BLOG for comments. He can be reached at www.DRJEFFONELINE.COM or at Drjeff4help@aol.com.Please feel free to offer your thoughts or suggestions
April 2, 2008 2:28 PM