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Getting Started
What happens next
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Initial Consultation:
Step into Understanding
Our first appointments allow us to explore your concerns and each child’s unique needs.
The first few meetings allow parents and young people to express their concerns, challenges, and goals. It gives the psychologist a chance to gather information from the youth, parents, and other professionals who may know them well. Our goal is for you and your child to feel heard and understood. Your valuable insights and observations help us determine the best way to support and treat each young person.
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Therapy: Individualized Care
Following these initial meetings, we create a customized treatment plan designed to address your child's specific needs.
Each plan combines evidence-based therapies and techniques to support your child’s emotional and behavioral needs. A variety of methods, tools, and strategies are used to help your child overcome challenges, build resilience, and implement positive change. Individual sessions, along with parent meetings and consultations with other care professionals, are some of the methods used to enhance your child’s mental health.
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Caregiver Involvement:
Teamwork with Families
Your role as a caregiver is integral to your child’s progress and enhances the effectiveness of therapy.
Dr. Fedorowicz works with you throughout treatment, offering practical guidance and strategies to help you understand and support your child. Through regular updates and collaborative discussions, we ensure you are equipped with the tools to reinforce therapeutic progress and contribute positively to your child’s well-being and development.
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Ongoing Support:
Continuous Growth
The commitment to each child and youth doesn’t end with treatment.
Ongoing support and check-ins are offered to ensure your child continues to stay on track and move forward. We’re here to adapt and refine the plan as needed, celebrating successes and addressing any new challenges that arise. This ongoing collaboration adapts to your child’s evolving needs, ensuring sustained progress and long-term well-being.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Taking this first step is a crucial move towards your child's well-being. We're here to support you every step of the way.
Simply fill out the Contact Form or e-mail us at drannef@gmail.com. Please provide a brief summary of your concerns and goals for your child, and our staff will contact you about scheduling an appointment. We’re here to discuss your needs and answer any questions you have.
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It can be difficult to know when a child’s behavior is part of typical development or when it is a sign of something more serious. You know your child best and should trust your instincts if something doesn’t feel right.
Psychologists consider several factors when assessing whether a behavior is concerning:
Is the behavior extreme or does it persist over time?
Is the behavior age-appropriate or typical?
Does it make sense for the situation?
Is the behavior upsetting or affecting the family?
Does it impact the child’s friendships, school success, or other activities?
While occasional difficulties are normal, consistent problems may need further discussion. If you have questions about your child’s mental health, please contact us to discuss your concerns.
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Choosing a psychologist may be beneficial if your child has significant or long-standing emotional or behavioural difficulties, complex mental health issues, or requires an individualized treatment plan.
Registered psychologists have advanced training and education, holding a doctoral degree (Ph.D.) in Clinical Psychology. Their extensive education includes in-depth coursework and training in psychological assessment, diagnosis, treatment and research, coupled with rigorous clinical residencies and post-doctoral fellowships or supervision, where they gain hands-on experience at hospitals and other clinical settings.
To help you understand the key differences between psychologists, psychiatrists, and counselors, please refer to this infographic from the BCPA. We value the contributions of all mental health professionals and work collaboratively with them to provide the best possible care for your child. Our goal is to ensure that your child receives the support they need to thrive.
If you need assistance deciding which type of professional is best for your child, please don't hesitate to contact us. We're here to guide you through this important decision.
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Psychologists provide high-quality and evidence-based services to children, youth, and their families. To ensure you have a clear understanding of the investment in your child's mental health, the fee structure is outlined below.
Treatment, Consultation and Parent Support
The current rate for treatment, consultation and parental support is $235 per 50-minute session.
Additional services are pro-rated at an hourly rate. These would include phone meetings, the completion of letters or forms, and diagnostic reports.
Parental Separation and Divorce – Child Treatment and Child Views Reports
These services require additional expertise, time and resources to ensure the highest quality of care. Please contact the office for more details about these services and the associated fees.
Payments and Insurance
Payment can be made by cash, electronic payments, or credit card.
Most extended insurance plans cover services by Registered Psychologists. Please check with your insurance provider about the extent of your coverage.
Fees can be coordinated with the BC Criminal Victim Assistance Program and other charitable organizations. Please speak to us about coordinating these payments before your appointment.
Cancellation Policy
We kindly ask for at least 24 hours’ notice if you are not able to attend your appointment, so we can offer the appointment to patients waiting to be seen.
You can easily cancel your appointment with our online appointment system. The appointment fee will be charged for late cancellations or missed appointments.
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The length of treatment varies based on the complexity and severity of a person’s needs, their motivation for change, and the protocols for Evidence-Based Treatments specific to their mental health difficulties. Following the initial consultation, an individualized treatment plan will be discussed with you. Progress is regularly reviewed to ensure therapy remains effective and responsive to the child's needs.
By tailoring the treatment to each child's unique needs, we strive to achieve the best possible outcomes for their mental health and well-being.
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If you or your child are in crisis and need immediate assistance, it's crucial to act quickly and reach out to the appropriate emergency services. Here's what you can do:
Dial 911 – If you believe you or your child is in immediate danger or experiencing a severe mental health crisis.
Visit the Nearest Emergency Room- If the situation is urgent, but not life-threatening, for immediate support and assessment.
Contact a Crisis Service - For immediate support and guidance:
Kids Help Phone website or call 1-800-668-6868 (24 hours)
BC Crisis Centre website or call or text 988 (24 hours)
Remember, in times of crisis, prioritizing safety is essential. Taking these steps can help ensure your child receives the necessary care and support promptly.
