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A bit about psychological treatment with children

Psychological treatment with children involves using psychological strategies to address symptoms that negatively impact your child 's life.

 

Basically, treatment involves helping reduce psychological symptoms so your child can do the things that are important to them again. 

 

For children under the age of 8, treatment often involves more contact with the parents to help them develop strategies to use at home with the child. Over the age of 8, we often work with parents and the child to find a strategy that works best for you.

Concerns we can help with:

Anxiety

  • Fears and phobias (e.g., of needles, heights, flying, water, animals)

  • Anxiety related to leaving a loved one, attending school or work, social situations

  • Excessive worries

  • Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

Sleep Difficulties

  • Difficulty sleeping in own room

  • Nightime waking

  • Wanting parents to sleep in the child's room

  • Excessive worries

  • Difficulty falling or staying asleep

Treatment Modalities Offered:

  • Cognitive Behaivour Therapy (CBT) 

  • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

  • Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP)

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What to expect during your first visit

Prior to your first appointment, you will be asked to complete intake forms to help the provider develop a better idea of what your family's first appointment should include.

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The first appointment is often with only the parents so we can freely discuss the concerns you have about your child. The second  meeting is usually with the child. This helps the provider get a clear understanding of the concerns in order to develop an individualized treatment plan. 

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Treatment strategies to address the issue of concern are usually provided at the end of the first or second meeting so that we can start addressing your child's concerns as soon as possible.

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Sessions afterward involve implementing the treatment plan aimed at addressing the symptoms of concern.

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