Children

Therapy can help your child develop age appropriate problem solving skills and emotional regulation strategies. The aim of the initial session, which typically involves the whole family, is for the therapist to gain an understanding of the concerns you are hoping to address. As parents you play a vital role in assisting your child and as such will be asked to attend several sessions with your child. The first four sessions form part of an assessment in which, in addition to your child spending individual time with the therapist, you as parents will also be asked to provide helpful background information relating to your child’s developmental, social, school and medical history. It is also helpful for the therapist to get a better understanding of the parents’ background history. After the initial assessment phase, you will be given feedback and therapy goals will be discussed. A therapy process will likely involve individual sessions with your child and parental feedback sessions in which you may also be provided with helpful strategies and resources.