Child Therapy Ottawa
Most children by nature are happy and buoyant. When a child has become unhappy, reserved and withdrawn, or alternatively, angry and aggressive for an extended period, such as longer than a week, it is very important that parents try to find out what is wrong. Because children have limited words to express their feelings often parents find themselves asking questions that the child cannot answer. Sometimes parents can figure out what is troubling the child by listening in on the child’s play activities or discussing a drawing made by the child. Also, parents can discuss the changes they see in their child with the child’s teacher and childcare provider. However, if the parent cannot discover the source of the child’s change of mood and behaviour, and if it continues over weeks, it is important to consult a child psychologist. The psychologist can undertake an assessment of the child and provide the parent with feedback and encouraging new methods of helping the child. Psychologists work with the parents in a collaborative way for the best interest of the children. Also, there may be times when having the child see the psychologist for play therapy, social skills development and communication skills development helps the child enormously and prevents the development of psychological problems later in life. Contact Gilmour Psychological Services® in Ottawa to schedule a consultation with a psychologist who has an expertise in child therapy. Book An Appointment Find a Psychologist
