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On this episode of OnPsych, we welcome Dr. Tyler Black — child and adolescent psychiatrist — to the podcast! 
ABOUT OUR GUEST 
Dr. Tyler Black is a child and adolescent psychiatrist and the Medical Director of the Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Emergency Department at BC Children's Hospital in Vancouver. With an impressive nine-year tenure, he has had the privilege of working closely with numerous families. 

In addition to his impactful work within the hospital, Dr. Black is deeply passionate about advancing knowledge on the science of suicide. He actively engages in educational initiatives, aiming to raise awareness and foster understanding in this critical area. 

Stay connected with Dr. Black and his research by following him on Twitter @tylerblack32. Explore valuable resources on self-harm and suicidality, as referenced by Dr. Black in this episode. Access the content at https://healthymindsbc.gov.bc.ca/resources/suicide-prevention-and-self-harm-video-series-and-resources/  

On this episode of OnPsych, we welcome Dr. Steven Taylor — clinical psychologist,  professor, and author— to the podcast!
ABOUT OUR GUEST 
 Dr. Steven Taylor is a Professor and Clinical Psychologist in the Department of Psychiatry at UBC. His research and clinical work focus on anxiety disorders and the psychology of pandemics. Dr. Taylor has authored over 300 scientific publications and more than 20 books, which have been translated into many languages. His most recent book, published a few weeks before the outbreak of COVID-19, is titled The Psychology of Pandemics: Preparing for the Next Global Outbreak of Infectious Disease. 
In addition to his academic contributions, Dr. Taylor served as a member of the Canadian federal government’s expert panel on COVID-19. He has also been involved with the editorial boards of over a dozen peer-reviewed journals, and has held positions such as Associate Editor or Editor-in-Chief for several journals, including Behaviour Research and Therapy, Journal of Cognitive Psychotherapy, and Journal of Obsessive-Compulsive and Related Disorders. 
You can learn more about Dr. Taylor and his work by visiting: https://www.drsteventaylor.com  

On this episode of OnPsych, we welcome Dr. Dana Ménard— clinical psychologist, assistant professor, researcher, and author— to the podcast! 
ABOUT OUR GUEST 
Dr. Dana Ménard is an assistant professor of clinical psychology in the Department of Psychology at the University of Windsor. She obtained her Ph.D. from the University of Ottawa in 2013 after completing her pre-doctoral internship and the London Health Sciences Centre. Her doctoral dissertation was published as a book titled Magnificent Sex: Lessons from Extraordinary Lovers, which won the 2021 Consumer Choice Book Award for the Society for Sex Therapy and Research and has been profiled in the New York Times, Psychology Today, and The Guardian.  
Her current research interests include sexual well-being and resilience, with a special focus on groups that have been marginalized or minoritized. Dr. Ménard’s research work has been funded by the Canadian Institutes for Health Research and the Social Sciences and Humanities Research Council. Beyond her academic pursuits, she enjoys activities such as running, yoga, reading, and baking. 
Stay connected with Dr. Ménard and her research by following her on Twitter @shufflersunite. You can also keep up with her lab's activities through their social media profiles: 
Instagram: @MenardPsychGroup Twitter: @MenardPsych Facebook: MenardPsychGroup 

On this episode of OnPsych, we welcome Katie Hayes, Ph.D. — senior policy analyst, researcher, and climate advocate — to the podcast! 
ABOUT OUR GUEST 
Katie Hayes, Ph.D. is a senior policy analyst at Health Canada’s Climate Change and Innovation Bureau. She is also the lead author of the mental health and climate change chapter for the National Climate Change and Health Assessment Report led by Health Canada. 
Katie holds a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto’s Dalla Lana School of Public Health. For her doctoral research, she investigated formal and informal responses (policies, programs, and practices) to the psychosocial impacts associated with a changing climate. 
In addition to her academic accomplishments, Katie was trained in 2018 by Al Gore as a Climate Reality Leader. 
You can find out more about Katie Hayes’s work by visiting: https://www.researchgate.net/profile/Katie-Hayes-7  

On this episode of OnPsych, we welcome Dr. Kris Boksman  — psychologist, intensive interventionist, professional mentor and clinical instructor  — to the podcast!
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Dr. Kris Boksman, Ph.D., C.Psych., is a registered clinical psychologist and the owner of Limestone Clinic. She works with a wide array of client populations, licensed to work across the age spectrum and provides services to children, teens, adults, and seniors. 
Dr. Boksman's academic journey began with an Honours Bachelor of Mathematics, Computer Science, and Psychology from the University of Waterloo. She earned her Master's degree in Clinical Psychology, from Western University, and later obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, also from Western University.
Dr. Boksman employs the treatment modality/blend of treatments that is the best fit for each individual, including but not limited to: Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Hypnosis, Relaxation Training, or Behavioural Therapy.
You can find out more about Dr. Boksman and her work by visiting: www.limestone.clinic

On this episode of OnPsych, we welcome Dr. Barbara Landau — Psychologist, Lawyer, Mediator, Arbitrator and trainer — to the podcast! 
ABOUT OUR GUEST
Dr. Barbara Landau, C.M., Ph.D., LL.B., LL.M., is the president of “Separation Pathways,” a multi-disciplinary, client-centred, safe and affordable choice for families seeking a cooperative option outside court. 
Dr. Landau is a leader in the field of mediation and family dispute resolution. She is devoted to improving access to justice for families and reducing unnecessary conflict for children experiencing separation. 
Barbara’s longstanding commitment to supporting her community and peers is evident in her work – both past and present. A few of her former roles include:
·      Executive member of the ADR Section of the Ontario Bar Association
·      Vice President of the ADR Institute of Ontario
·      President of the Ontario Association for Family Mediation
·      Executive Board member of the Academy of Family Mediators (now ACR)
·      Director of the Psychology Foundation of Canada, chairing the “In Place of Violence” Committee.
 Notably, Dr. Landau was awarded the Order of Canada for her contribution to family law reform and as an advocate in Canada and internationally for interfaith cooperation, human rights, democracy, and peace.
You can learn more about Dr. Landau and her work by visiting: www.separationpathways.ca