Children's Psychologist
Why Visiting a Children’s Psychologist Can Be Beneficial
Seeing an experienced and qualified children’s psychologist can be beneficial for your child and family unit. At Port Phillip Psychology, we can help with a range of concerns including behavioural issues, bullying, anxiety, phobias, parental separation and more. Our staff have a wealth of knowledge and experience and can provide support for children from four years of age up to university students.
The Importance of Children’s Counselling
Our psychologists can help your kids reach their full potential and manage issues such as:
● Excessive anxiety or worry: Anxiety in children can cause a variety of other issues including avoiding activities, difficulty concentrating and learning, upset stomachs and fatigue. Our skilled professionals can help address the underlying concern and teach your child skills and strategies to manage their anxiety better.
● Sadness or depression: Dealing with a lot of different emotions and challenges such as grief, bullying or self-esteem issues can be a struggle for kids. We can show your child how to develop effective thinking skills that they can use to help productively manage their emotions and behaviours.
● Parent separation or divorce: When there is a separation in the family, it can be challenging for everyone involved and parents can find it hard to help their children cope with the changes. A child psychologist can provide impartial support and assist your child through the process. This assistance can reduce the pressure for the parents and teach coping mechanisms to handle the difficult situation better.
GET IN TOUCH
In Chelsea and St Kilda or
via Video or Phone (03) 8774 2150
EMAIL : help@portphillippsychology.com.au
Key Questions to Ask Port Phillip Psychology About Kids Therapy
To get more value and understanding out of your therapy sessions, consider asking your child’s counsellor these questions:
● How involved are the parents in therapy? The extent of your involvement with your child’s therapy can depend on a few factors, including their age and the issue. However, it is beneficial to clarify this with the psychologist so that every party is on the same page, and you can do your part to aid in your child’s progress through counselling.
● What can you do to prepare your child for counselling sessions? Ask your therapist how you can prepare your child and help ease their mind about having counselling sessions. While kids are guaranteed to be nervous at first, if they have some understanding of what to expect, it can make them more comfortable with the idea of therapy.
● How long until your child shows some improvement? Every child and situation are unique, with some kids being slow to make progress and others showing a quick improvement. The importance of this question is so that your therapist can help you better understand your child’s situation and give you updates as they progress.
Why Trust Port Phillip Psychology Regarding Children’s Counselling?
We provide experienced and professional family counselling in a warm, friendly and welcoming environment. Our qualified team of psychologists and mental health social workers have extensive experience and can provide effective support for a variety of issues. Our counselling practice has been operating for more than fifteen years, and we commit to being family-friendly. You can schedule a counselling session for a time that best suits you. Contact us today and speak to one of our friendly staff.