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Child Psychology Services
- Child psychology is a branch of psychology that focuses on the study of children's development, behavior, emotions, and mental processes from infancy through adolescence. It examines various aspects of a child's life, including cognitive development, social and emotional development, language acquisition, personality development, and the influence of family, peers, and the broader environment on their growth.
- Child psychologists work with children and their families to assess, diagnose, and treat a wide range of psychological and behavioral issues. They apply various theories, research findings, and evidence-based interventions to understand and support the unique needs of children.
- Some key areas of study and intervention within child psychology include:
- Cognitive Development: Child psychologists explore how children acquire knowledge, develop thinking abilities, problem-solving skills, memory, attention, and language skills. They study concepts like perception, intelligence, and the development of abstract reasoning.
- Social and Emotional Development: Understanding how children develop socially and emotionally is essential. This includes studying attachment, emotional regulation, empathy, self-esteem, social skills, moral development, and the impact of relationships with caregivers, peers, and the broader social environment
- Behavioral Issues: Child psychologists address behavioral challenges such as aggression, oppositional behavior, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), conduct disorder, and other disruptive behaviors. They assess the underlying causes and provide interventions to promote positive behavior and emotional well-being.
- Learning Disabilities and Developmental Disorders: Child psychologists assess and diagnose learning disabilities, intellectual disabilities, autism spectrum disorders, and other developmental disorders. They provide support, interventions, and strategies to help children with these conditions reach their full potential.
- Family Dynamics: Understanding family dynamics is crucial in child psychology. Psychologists examine how family relationships, parenting styles, and family systems impact a child's development and well-being. They may offer family therapy or parent training to improve communication and support healthy family functioning.
- Psychological Assessment: Child psychologists use standardized tests, observations, interviews, and other assessment tools to evaluate a child's cognitive abilities, social-emotional functioning, and behavioral patterns. This helps in diagnosing issues and designing appropriate interventions.
- Child psychologists may work in a variety of settings, including private practices, schools, hospitals, mental health clinics, research institutions, and social service agencies. They collaborate with parents, educators, and other professionals to provide comprehensive support to children.
- Brilliant Minds Psychology works from the child's perspective and help them learn new ways of thinking, new strategies and help them to find their own solutions. We help parents manage/ learn strategies to manage behaviour problems and also help parents with parenting stress. We love to play! Our therapy sessions with young children often involves lots of games, play, and arts and crafts.
- We provide comprehensive assessment and evidence based treatment for a variety of conditions. Services from our psychologists include comprehensive developmental assessments including assessment for an:
- Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD)
- Autism Spectrum Condition (ASD)
- Educational & Behavioural Assessments/Learning Assessments
- Cognitive Assessment
- Anxiety/Social Anxiety/Separation Anxiety
- Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)
- Emotional Regulation Strategies
- Depression
- Stress Intervention
- Self Esteem and Resilience
- Social Skills Training
- Tic Disorder.
Evidence-Based Child Psychological Interventions
- EMDR
- CBT
- ACT
- Behaviour therapy
- DBT
- Attachment based frameworks (COS)
- Parent training
- Teacher and School supports