32: How do I choose a mental health therapist for my child?
About this episode
This episode provides practical tips for parents on how to choose and work with mental health therapists for their children.
SHOW NOTES: In this episode, we explore how parents can effectively choose and work with therapists to support their child's skill development and emotional well-being. We discuss practical tips, different types of therapy, and how to find the right fit for your family. We go into things such as: -How to identify your specific goals for therapy based on your child's needs (anxiety, trauma, skills) -Questions to ask when selecting a mental health therapist, including experience with ADHD and treatment approach -Overview of evidence-based therapies: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Play Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) This episode provides an overview to empower parents in navigating mental health services for children with ADHD, emphasizing the importance of tailored approaches and active participation. SHOW NOTES: Make sure to follow us on social media (Instagram) @ADHDMomDocs you can send us a DM with a question or suggestions for future episodes! Or send us an email at HelloADHDMomDocs@gmail.com We'd love to hear from you! Join our ADHD Sleuths 2.0 Membership community and get even more time with Dr Bauer and Dr Dilts! Get…
People in this episode
Hosts: Dr Nerissa Bauer, Dr Jennifer Dilts
Topics covered
- choosing a therapist
- child mental health
- ADHD
- therapy types
- parenting tips
- emotional well-being
Keywords
- mental health therapist
- child therapy
- ADHD
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy
- Play Therapy
- Parent Child Interaction Therapy
- emotional well-being
- parenting
- therapy goals
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: ADHD Mom Docs, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Play Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy
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