Children and adolescents often require a different treatment when it comes to all aspects of healthcare, and mental health is no different. At Wokingham Psychology we have access to leading professionals who specialise in working with children including a dedicated child and adolescent psychiatrist, specialist clinical psychologist and psychotherapists. We also utilise family therapy as an important aspect for recovery of young people, treatment plans can often include sessions with a family therapist to look at the family dynamics and also provides help for parents whose children are struggling.

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A common request from parents relates to who is the most appopriate professional to see their child. Our answer is usually to see a child and adolescent psychiatrist for an initial assessment in order to identify the most appropriate treatment plan for them. As part of the treatment plan, the child psychiatrist will usually make a referral to the psychologist or psychotherapist they have felt is best suited for the child's unique situation.

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​Common issues include:

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• Anxiety

• Depression

• Obsessive Compulsive Disorder (OCD)

• School refusal

• ADHD assessment

• Autistic Spectrum Disorder assessment

• Self Harm