© ARCH Psychological Services, 2011 780.428.9223 855.214.7542 arch@archpsychological.com  Dr. Tanya Spencer is a clinical psychologist and a Senior Associate with ARCH Psychological Services. She specializes in assessing children and youth and consulting with families, schools, allied professionals, and treatment facilities.  Dr. Spencer is an adjunct faculty member at Lakehead University and a clinical supervisor for psychologists completing their clinical internships at ARCH. She uses best practices and a cognitive-behavioural orientation to provide thorough assessment, leading to practical solutions and workable strategies to improve relationships and quality of life. Areas of particular interest include learning problems, parenting and attachment, the fetal alcohol and autism spectrums, psychopharmacology, and mood disorders.  Her background includes work in residential treatment and rural/remote communities. Tanya D. Spencer, Ph.D., R.Psych.(AB), C.Psych. (ON) Made with Xara Bleeding for Help: Teen Self-Harm The Do’s & Don’ts Information for Parents and Teachers Dr. Tanya Spencer, registered clinical psychologist, invites parents and teachers to an evening of information about youth self-harm.  Learn:  How does self-harm differ from suicide?   Why self-harm is not just a manipulative “cry for help”  What is the youth self-harm subculture?  When does “emo” mean “emo?”  How our natural reactions to self-harm can worsen outcomes  How parents and teachers can detect and help a youth who self-harms  When is professional intervention advised? Attending this session will not only help parents and teachers become informed, but also serve as a gateway to any needed services.  Time for discussion and questions is included.  When: 6:30-8:00 p.m. – Thursday November 17 or Wednesday November 30, 2011 Where: ARCH Psychological Services, 39 Commonwealth Building, 9912 – 106 Street Call to inquire about individual consultation or group presentations. Free registration: Please call 428-9223 to reserve your seat or register online. Please provide contact information