You’ve made an appointment to meet with a psychologist, what happens now?

Over the past year since I began seeing clients privately, I have been asked a range of questions by parents about what to expect on the day that they bring their child to see me. Today I thought I’d start a series of posts covering some of these questions. For the next few weeks I’ll post answers to a range of questions that parents have asked me.   As I tailor the experience of each child/young person to their specific needs these are general ideas.

​What should I tell my child about seeing a psychologist?
My advice is always to be honest but gentle with your child.  It is likely they are very aware of any difficulties with learning or behaviour they may have.  Make sure to use language that your child understands and is appropriate to their age and developmental stage.  Tell them that you are coming to see me so that I can help to find a way to make the situation work for them and for your family.
Your child may feel more comfortable if they have a chance before the appointment to know a little about me.  You could show them my pictures on my website and checkout the page with information about me on my website, https://www.edpsych.co.nz/about-the-psychologist.html