Find the Best Child Psychologists in Portland, OR
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CHILD PSYCHOLOGISTS IN PORTLAND
Child psychologists in Portland are specially trained to identify and treat the behavioral, emotional, and social problems of children and adolescents. All forms of child counseling or therapy are based on child psychology, but child psychologists are licensed experts in the field of children’s mental health who may perform certain types of psychological tests.
A rapidly growing field, children’s therapy focuses on using positive cues and empowering tools to understand, manage, and modify behaviors that are adversely affecting the child’s experience internally, at home, or at school. Therapy supports the child in developing healthy thought patterns and building on strengths. Child psychologists may use a variety of specialized methods to assess and relate to the child in a way traditional therapists could not. Most mental health professionals who work with children aim to partner with the child in developing coping mechanisms and other ways of dealing with symptoms and concerns.
At young ages, some stages of children’s therapy may call for the parent(s) to be present during sessions with the child. With older children, the presence of a parent is not always necessary or appropriate. Older kids may feel more at ease talking through certain concerns, such as bullying or family problems, without a guardian present or kept informed. However, in most cases, parents take an active role between sessions to encourage and document growth and change.
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The earlier you seek help for your child, the more likely child therapy will be effective. Although some concerns may be phases that the child eventually “grows out of,” other issues may become entrenched and increasingly problematic if not addressed early on. As with other parenting challenges, it’s wise to be proactive.
For your convenience, the carefully screened mental health professionals listed above—all of whom specialize in child psychology—practice in Portland. If a certain training or methodology is important to you, ask about credentials when you call or email a therapist. If cost is a concern, ask about insurance, sliding-scale fees, payment plans, and other options. Many child psychologists are driven by a desire to help, no matter the obstacles.
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References:
- Child Mind Institute. (n.d.). When Is It Time to Get My Child Help for Mental Health Issues? Retrieved from https://www.understood.org/en/friends-feelings/managing-feelings/stress-anxiety/when-is-it-time-to-get-my-child-help-for-mental-health-issues
- Cullinan, C. C. (2018, March). What Is Therapy? Retrieved from https://kidshealth.org/en/parents/finding-therapist.html