What Happens When a Kid Goes to a Therapist?
A therapist’s office is special because instead of being examined on a table with tools, you’ll sit in a comfortable chair and just talk, or play games, or sometimes draw pictures. There are no needles or shots. If you’re having problems with schoolwork, the therapist may ask you to answer some questions or solve some puzzles. This can help the therapist understand how you think and learn. The therapist always wants you to feel comfortable, and he or she won’t make you do anything you don’t want to do or talk about anything you don’t want to. The first time you see your therapist, your mom or dad will come in with you. You, your mom or dad, and the therapist will talk together and help you talk about your feelings, the problem or situation, and anything else that is bothering you. After you feel comfortable, the therapist might want to talk to you alone or talk to your mom or dad alone. The first visit to a therapist is about understanding the problem that you or your mom or dad wants
