Robert D. Friedberg - Handbook of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Pediatric Medical Conditions

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First and foremost, I thank my loving partner, Barbara A. Friedberg, for the ongoing daily sacrifices she makes so I can thrive as a person and professional. Second, I am grateful for my friend, colleague, and coauthor, Dr. Jennifer Paternostro, who epitomizes excellence in pediatric psychology and seizes the day routinely! Next, I want to express my gratitude to the many outstanding contributors to this handbookyour work humbles me! Additionally, I could not have accomplished much in my career without the help of my mentors and longtime friends Drs. Julian Meltzoff, Constance Dalenberg, Christine Padesky, Aaron Beck, Judith Beck, Raymond Fidaleo, James Shenk, Jessica McClure, Kathleen Mooney, James Dobbins, Brenda Mobley, Victor McCarley, Janeece Warfield, Stuart Kaplan, Fauzia Mahr, Amanda Pearl, and Allen Miller. Of course, I want to recognize the many patients who entrusted their care to me over the years.

As an early career psychologist, there are countless numbers of individuals who have cultivated dedication and passion for the field of pediatric psychology. First, words cannot express how grateful I am to have had the opportunity to train under Dr. Robert Friedberg. You have been a life-changing mentor and, now, colleague. I cannot thank you enough for all that you have done for me. Next, I want to acknowledge Dr. Friedbergs exceptional contributions that made this handbook possible. I am truly inspired by your work. Furthermore, to the village that stood beside me as I navigated graduate school and beyondAndrea Alioto, Micaela Birt, Lauren Fussner, Xiaolong Li, Christie Mead, Amie Haas, Michael Harris, Kayla Albrecht McMenamin, and Karen and Tony Paternostro Thank You ! Finally, a special shout out to my fianc, Alex Wiese, for your unparalleled dedication to an equal and loving partnership.