What You Can Expect
The psychologist who works with your family will help you to understand the reasons for your child’s and/or family’s difficulties and will work with you to develop a treatment and management plan. The psychologist will meet with you to discuss your concerns, may ask you to complete some questionnaires, and with your consent, may conduct a school or home visit. The psychologist will meet with your child, and may want to speak with other significant people in your child’s life. After these initial meetings your child’s psychologist will discuss with you factors that may be contributing to your child’s and/or family’s difficulties. A treatment plan will be developed in consultation with you.
What You Can Expect
A Collaborative Approach
In most instances, members of the Families in Focus team will work collaboratively with your family doctor, paediatrician and/or staff from your child’s school. Our team have established relationships with other key services and agencies supporting families and children locally, so you can be sure of receiving the best care.
For more information about the referral process, how to make an appointment, and attending appointments, please read through our page of Frequently Asked Question’s (FAQ’s).
