How Do You Find A Child Psychologist?
Making the decision to seek therapy for your child is difficult. Psychological services might be sought for a number of reasons- maybe your child has a learning disability and needs assessment, or there has been a divorce and you are concerned about adjustment to new living situations, or perhaps your child began having nightmares after a car accident and your pediatrician suggested therapy might help. A child psychologist or child therapist may be utilized for a number of reasons- but- how to find one. Step 1 Consider the reason why you are seeking therapy for your child. Do you want help with parenting strategy? Is the problem primarily related to school or school problems? Did your child experience a traumatic event you are concerned about? When you interview the therapist it will be good if you have an idea if you know what the main issue or “presenting problem” is. Step 2 Assess your financial resources. Are there financial resources to pay for therapy? Private pay therapy with a
