Child and Adolescent Psychology Services

Being a parent is hard work but it also should be fun. When the balance of fun is lost it can feel like a burden.

Usually behaviour problems in children can be a signal that something isn't right. Our job is to help understand what might be driving the problem and also to discern your child’s perspective on what’s happening. That may require work with yourselves and/or work with the child but we will help you find a solution that brings joy back to your family so that your child is helped to make sense of life.

Assessments

An assessment is a structured process that allows us to get to know your child better and it helps us to formulate a plan to support you and your child. 

How Child & Adolescent Pyschological Assessments Work

Behavioural Patterns and Broader Perspectives

If there are behaviours causing concern, we assess these through various questionnaires and tasks for both you and your child. Understanding the pattern of these behaviours often involves gaining perspectives from your child's school as well.

Our approach considers the broad system your child interacts with, including family, school, and community, acknowledging that isolating the problem to just the child is not beneficial. 

We aim to help uncover what is happening with your child and the wider family and suggest practical strategies for addressing the presenting problems.

Reporting & Feedback

A detailed report is compiled when necessary, such as for school supports or other professional consultations.

We involve you the parent closely in this process, ensuring that any communication, whether reports or letters, is agreed with you. Regarding schools, our policy is that school letters are given to you so you can bring them directly to the school.

Nothing is finalised or communicated without your consent and understanding.

Feedback sessions are arranged to discuss findings and recommendations, making sure everything we do is transparent and makes sense to you.

We are committed to involving you in every decision, enhancing the support provided to your child.