Parents often find it helpful to speak with a child psychologist when facing questions or challenges related to their child or family. Many times, parent meetings take place in conjunction with the treatment of the child. Other times, parents may wish to meet with a psychologist to discuss concerns, independent of the child receiving treatment. Sometimes, parents seek a consultation to sort out whether or not their child might benefit from an evaluation, and to learn about the process of child consultation and psychotherapy. Parents may be interested in learning more about developmental stages and expectations, and to discuss options related to parenting styles and strategies. Many parents benefit from the opportunity to receive support around the various challenges related to parenting, by speaking with a child psychologist who understands the complex experiences and challenging demands related to parenting.
Some of the areas of interest of parents seeking parenting consultation include:
- recognizing and responding effectively to developmental challenges
- feeling more unified as parents and developing more consistent parenting interventions and approaches
- promoting a child's capacity to play in a happy and healthy way
- deciding when a child should receive a professional evaluation
- understanding the nature of play therapy
- receiving education and support around the challenges of parenting
- understanding and comfortably managing separation anxiety
- dealing with sibling rivalry
- coping with anxiety related to medical and dental procedures
- developing age-appropriate independence
- promoting successful coping skills
- receiving support and guidance in preparation for major life events and transitions
- promoting positive relationships within the family
- developing effective and positive social skills
- coping with the death of a family member, friend or pet
- creating a calmer home environment
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