Indications for Psychotherapy in Children
Anxiety disorders (e.g., phobias, separation anxiety, OCD) Depression ADHD Autism spectrum disorders Trauma and PTSD Behavioral problems (e.g., oppositional defiant disorder, conduct disorder) School refusal Grief, loss, or parental divorce Eating disorders
Types of Psychotherapies Used in Children
- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)
- Behavioral Therapy
- Family Therapy
- Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
- Interpersonal Therapy for Adolescents (IPT-A)
- Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Adolescents (DBT-A)