There are several reasons why you might want to consult a psychologist for your child. For
To begin with, every child is different, needs change with age, and difficulties
also.
When faced with signs that your child is unhappy, when faced with behaviors that you don't understand
If not, we can quickly feel helpless.
Consulting with a psychologist allows you to
discuss what is happening and work together to find solutions to improve the situation.
What are the reasons that might lead someone to consult a psychologist for their
child?
– Emotional difficulties: Sadness, anger, anxiety, fear, lack of self-confidence, etc.
– Somatic complaints (once medical causes have been ruled out): Disturbed sleep, aches and pains
repeated stomach pains...
– Behavioral disorders: Violent behavior toward oneself or others
others, difficulties in complying with the rules...
– Difficulties at school: learning disorders, attention disorders, school phobia,
harassment...
– Relationship problems: Difficulty making friends, conflicts with parents or at
within the sibling group...
Recognizing the signs of distress in your child is already a first step toward helping them.
get better.
The expatriate experience for children
The process of moving abroad involves a series of changes for children: climate, language,
culture, educational institutions, social relations... These changes that are transforming
everyday landmarks can lead to a change in behavior and/or
symptoms. Consulting a psychologist at this point allows you to support your child in
get through this period of adjustment and ease the suffering.
How does a first date go?
The first appointment is an opportunity to get to know the psychotherapist.,
to express the difficulties encountered, to talk about the child's and family's history. It is also
a moment to discuss expectations and questions about the framework of the sessions. This first
This discussion may, if necessary, be supplemented by other preliminary interviews, at
At the end of these sessions, we will work together to define the terms of the therapeutic support.
Our team is available to schedule an appointment and answer your questions.
Article written by Pauline Levivier, psychologist at the Pensées Barcelona Center,
