Leading community change efforts to expand access to evidence-based treatment for youth with problematic sexual behaviors: insights from the trenches

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First and foremost, I would like to express my sincere appreciation and gratitude to my husband, Tim. Thank you for being there every step of the way, cheering me on, and getting me through the tough spots. I could not have done this without you! I love you! To my children, Danny, Ashton, David, and Kristen, words cannot express my gratitude for your unwavering support and for being there every time I called for help. Your belief in me inspired and motivated me to keep going. Thank you for encouraging me every step of the way. I love you! To my Addie girl, thank you for hanging with me as I worked early mornings and late nights.To my family, friends, and classmate, Jonathan, thank you for your support throughout this doctoral journey. I am grateful for all you did to hold me up each time I needed you. You helped me to be better. Thank you! A special thank you to three amazing women who served on my dissertation committee, Dr. Conn, Dr. Crocker, and Dr. Silovsky. Words cannot express my gratitude for all you did to help make this dream a reality. I could not have undertaken this journey without you. Your collective encouragement, guidance, wisdom, and expertise were invaluable. I will always remember that "no one of us is as smart as all of us." Table of Contents Copyright ……………………………………………………………………………………….. 2 Acknowledgements …………………………………………………………………………….. 3 Dedication ………………………………………………………………………………………. 4