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CBT is a well-evaluated form of psychotherapy aimed at reducing psychological distress and maladaptive behaviours. The underlying assumption of CBT is that there is a link between our cognitions (i.e. thoughts about and interpretations of certain situations), our feelings, and our behaviours (i.e. how we act in certain situations). There is much scientific evidence for the effectiveness of CBT in successfully treating a number of childhood disorders such as anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and anger management. The appropriateness of CBT for your child will be determined in our initial consultation in which we will explore the concerns you have and their possible underlying causes. In general, CBT is offered as a treatment block consisting of 12-15 weekly sessions with you and your child. Each session is divided so that 40 minutes are spent with your child and 10-15 minutes are spent with you. The goal of our meeting with you is to facilitate the generalization of coping skills acquired in your child’s session. After each session, your child will be assigned homework in which he/she will get an opportunity to practice the skills learned and discussed in the session. Your child’s progress will be evaluated throughout the treatment block. |