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Sibling Aggression Antecedents, Outcomes, and Clinical Interventions
Conflict among siblings is frequently viewed as a normal part of the sibling relationship with sibling aggression cited as one of the most commonly occurring forms of aggression within the family. Sibling aggression has been linked to increased emotional distress, behavioral concerns, poor academic achievement, low social competence, and poorer adjustment in children. Additionally, hostile sibling interactions have been associated with dysfunction in various subsystems in the family system. Cultural factors also influence both perceptions and impact of sibling relational dynamics, and thus, will be discussed in the context of sibling aggression. The proposed workshop aims to examine the clinical impact of sibling violence on the family system, sibling subsystem, and individuals involved. Clinical interventions for working with siblings and parental education on the management of sibling aggression will be discussed. Further, issues regarding reporting and policy will be addressed.
Objectives
Objective #1 Based on the content of this program, participants will become familiar with definitions of sibling violence, in addition to cultural and systemic antecedents and outcomes associated with hostility in the sibling subsystem.Objective #2 Based on the content of this program, participants will understand how sibling violence is normalized at both the macro and micro level and how this impacts policy and reporting laws.
Objective #3 Based on the content of this program, participants will identify evidence-based clinical interventions used to address sibling aggression in family therapy.
Ashley Geerts-Perry, MS
Gabby Weierbach, MA
Ms. Gabby Weierbach, M.A. is a practicum student clinician who enjoys working with adolescents, young adults, and families, as well as conducting comprehensive psychological assessments. Ms. Weierbach values the development of a strong therapeutic relationship and works to foster a collaborative and trusting environment where her clients feel safe to engage in self-exploration and awareness. Ms. Weierbach takes an interpersonal/relational approach to therapy while also incorporating strategies from family systems, cognitive-behavioral, and acceptance and commitment theories. She has experience with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, trauma, and relational and adjustment difficulties.
Education and Career Background
Ms. Gabby Weierbach, M.A. is currently pursuing a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology from the University of North Texas. She completed her undergraduate degree at Auburn University where she earned a Bachelor of Arts in Psychology and then moved to North Carolina to earn a Master of Arts in Clinical Psychology at Western Carolina University. She has worked in a community mental health clinic and college counseling centers providing a variety of psychological services including individual psychotherapy for adolescents and adults, family therapy, group therapy, and psychological assessments for a variety of presenting concerns. As a practicum student clinician, Ms. Weierbach will be providing services under the supervision of Dr. Nikki Stillo, Ph.D.
Shelly Riggs, PhD
Shelley Ann Riggs, PhD is a counseling psychologist, family psychologist, and group psychotherapist who practices at Shelley A. Riggs, PhD Practice located at #311280 in Denton, TX 76203 (Denton County).
Dr. Shelley A. Riggs has 8 years of experience in counseling psychology.
Education
Shelley A. Riggs, PhD earned a degree of a Doctor of Philosophy.
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