Child Psychologist Explains How Kids' Therapy Works - And If Your Child Needs It In It: Raising Kids Who Learn Differently podcast

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Child psychologist explains how kids' therapy works - and if your child needs it

7d ago 32:47

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There’s a lot of talk these days — on social media and in parenting circles — about kids and therapy. But with all the noise, it can be hard to know what’s true and what actually applies to your child. Psychologist (and friend of the pod) Dr. Andy Kahn joins us today to clear up any confusion. He unpacks common questions and offers honest, stigma-free insights into how therapy for kids really works.

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Timestamps:

(04:42) How do you decide if therapy is necessary?

(11:30) How do you talk to your child about starting therapy?

(15:16) What if my child doesn’t want to go to therapy?

(18:20) Will I know what’s happening in the sessions?

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