
PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSESSMENT AND THERAPY
Birchtree Psychology offers psychological assessment, consultation and therapy for
CHILDREN AND ADOLESCENTS
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Emotional difficulties such as anxiety/worry, low mood/depression, anger
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Low self-esteem or confidence
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Fears and phobias
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Exam stress
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Obsessive compulsive disorder
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Coping with a physical health condition
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Adjustment and support when a child or young person has additional needs (for example, neuro-developmental difficulties or a medical condition)
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Difficulties with sleeping, feeding and toileting
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Behavioural difficulties, such as disruptive/oppositional behaviour
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Bereavement, loss and grief
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Difficulties with friends
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School problems
FAMILIES
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Relationship difficulties within the family
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Parenting concerns or dilemmas
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Divorce/separation

At intake, a thorough assessment is offered over two appointments. This includes an in-depth clinical interview covering developmental, social, medical, school and family history. Recommendations are then made for a time-limited,
evidence-based psychological intervention.
Psychological interventions for children and families include child-centered or systemic Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Trauma-focused CBT, Systemic/Family work, and support and guidance for parents. Depending on the assessment, one-to-one or family sessions may be recommended. Often the intervention involves a combination of both.
Therapeutic approaches for adolescents include Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Trauma-focused CBT, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy for Young People, Mindfulness and Motivational interviewing.
Please get in touch to discuss your child's or family's difficulties.