Child Psychology

For young children and adolescents dealing with socioemotional issues brought about by bullying, having low self-esteem, traumatic incidents, complex family dynamics and other concerns, expressive arts and play therapy are offered in ALRES.

The child psychologist works closely with the family and the teachers directly involved with the child to provide a positive and safe environment for promoting mental and emotional wellbeing.

Psychoeducational Assessment

Psychoeducational tests are administered to help evaluate personality, capabilities, IQ and behavior. This will help the psychologist arrive at a diagnosis and treatment plan for the client. The psychoeducational assessment can be administered to adults, adolescents and children (usually upon the request of the school or doctor) and is specifically recommended to help arrive at school placement decisions and recommended supports. The service includes an intake interview, the actual assessment session with a battery of tests usually lasting for 3 to 4 hours, a written report, and a feedback session. A combination of standardized and non-standardized tests will be used, employing differentiated and alternative assessment strategies to adapt to individual needs and strengths.

Play Therapy

Play therapy is an intervention wherein the child’s natural means of expression is employed as a therapeutic tool to assist the child in coping with personal difficulties or trauma. It is a systematic use of a theoretical model to establish an interpersonal process wherein trained Play Therapists use the therapeutic powers of play to help clients prevent or resolve psychosocial difficulties and achieve optimal growth and development (Association for Play Therapy, 1997). Cases that may be handled include behavioral concerns (e.g. tantrums, restlessness, low motivation, poor attention span), anxiety, depression, aggression, relationship concerns, family issues, lack of social skills, trauma, and abuse. This can be done either in a one-to-one or group setting. Each individual session lasts for 45 minutes while group play therapy sessions last for one hour. This service is available for children and adolescents and is packaged as a six-session module consisting of intake interview, four play therapy sessions, and parent feedback.

Music Therapy

Music Therapy is an interpersonal process involving therapist and client wherein a variety of musical experiences are designed to help clients find the resources needed to resolve problems and increase their potential for wellness (Bruscia, 1984). This can benefit children and adolescents with special educational needs, behavioral issues (e.g. tantrums, restlessness, low motivation, poor attention span), anxiety, depression, family issues, lack of social skills, trauma and abuse. It can also benefit children and adolescents diagnosed with cancer, cardiac and neurologic conditions, and other health concerns. Each session lasts for 45 minutes. This service is available for children and adolescents and is packaged as a six-session module consisting of intake interview, four music therapy sessions, and parent feedback.

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