Child Psychology Consultation

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Child Psychology Consultation

The Child Psychology Consultation service offers a professional, safe, and confidential space, in an online child psychology format, where the child is heard at their own pace and the family is supported with respect and clarity.

Impact of Psychology

Proven Results of Online Psychotherapy

92%

They are satisfied with online therapy and say it has been helpful in dealing with their emotional challenges.

77%

Of the teenagers who underwent online therapy for social anxiety, none of them showed symptoms at the end of treatment.

80%

Patients experience clinically significant reductions in symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress after 8- to 12-week programs.

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When does it make sense to seek out a child psychologist?

It makes sense to consider a child psychology consultation when, over several weeks, you notice marked changes in the child's behavior, mood, or performance.

For example: very intense and frequent tantrums, aggressiveness, fear of separation from parents, regression to behaviors from earlier stages (bedwetting, difficulty sleeping alone), isolation, persistent sadness, anxiety before school, recurrent physical complaints without a clear medical cause, abrupt drop in school performance, attention difficulties, comments about "being worthless" or "being a problem for everyone.".

It is also important to seek out a child psychologist online when a child has experienced potentially significant events, such as parental separation, changing schools or cities, the birth of a sibling, prolonged illness, bullying, accidents, bereavement, or other situations that may have left emotional scars.

In all these situations, online child psychology offers a safe space for the child to understand what they are feeling, find words for their experiences, and learn healthier ways to cope with what is happening.

How does online child psychology consultation work?

At DaTerapia, child psychology consultations take place via video call, lasting approximately 50 minutes, at a time agreed upon with the family. The format is adapted to the child's age, developmental level, and the reason for the request.

Typically, the first session is held with the parents or caregivers (with or without the child present, depending on the age and the case) to gather information about the child's developmental history, family and school context, the onset of difficulties, and expectations regarding psychological help. In this session, the psychologist also explains how the consultations will proceed, the confidentiality framework, and the role of each participant.

In subsequent sessions, a dedicated space is created for the child: age-appropriate online child psychology strategies are used, which may include guided conversation, stories, games, drawings, metaphors, and simple exercises, always with the aim of helping the child recognize emotions, organize thoughts, gain regulatory skills, and find other ways to behave. In parallel, regular contact is maintained with parents in feedback sessions to guide changes in daily life and align intervention at home and at school.

Consultation with Online Psychologists

How it Works

Complete the Initial Questionnaire

Tell us a little about yourself, your needs and goals. This allows us to recommend the most suitable and specialized online psychologist for the area you need most.

Schedule and Pay Easily

Choose the time that is most convenient for you. Scheduling and payment can be done directly online or by phone with our support team.

Start Your Online Therapy

On the chosen day and time, access the secure link sent to you and speak with your psychologist via video call. All in a completely confidential environment, ensuring that your online psychology consultation takes place with maximum comfort and privacy.

Online Psychotherapy

Take the first step, at your own pace.

Taking care of your emotional health is an act of courage and self-care. If you feel it's time to begin this journey, we're here to support you. Book your first session and discover how therapy can make a difference in your daily life.

Your well-being starts with one step. Schedule your session.

Psychology consultation for children

The role of the family in child psychology.

In online child psychology, the child is the focus, but the family is an essential part of the process. Many childhood problems cannot be solved simply by "working with the child": they require adjustments in how the home is organized, in communication between adults, in expectations, and in routines.

Therefore, working with a child psychologist also involves moments of parental guidance, in which concrete strategies are discussed for dealing with tantrums, establishing consistent limits, supporting the child at school, managing screen time, promoting more restful sleep, or dealing with fears, for example.

These meetings with parents are conducted without judgment, based on evidence about parenting practices that promote healthy development, and always respecting the specific reality of each family. The goal is not to assign blame, but to help everyone understand what is happening and find more effective ways to support the child.

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Advantages of online child psychology

Online child psychology allows children to receive support in the familiar environment of their home, which often reduces anxiety and resistance to consultations. It avoids travel, facilitates coordination with school schedules and other activities, and allows children to maintain the same child psychologist even in case of a change of city, vacation, or illness.

When the intervention is well-structured, the online format maintains the clinical rigor and confidentiality of an in-person consultation. The child is prepared for the session, appropriate locations and devices are defined, and, if necessary, the duration and type of activity are adjusted to the available attention span, especially in younger children.

Scientific evidence has shown that online psychological interventions can be effective in addressing various childhood difficulties, provided they are conducted by accredited professionals and involve the family.

Psychology Consultations – Therapy for Children

Psychologists in Portugal

Child psychology consultations are available online for families in all districts of mainland Portugal, including Viana do Castelo, Braga, Vila Real, Bragança, Porto, Aveiro, Viseu, Guarda, Coimbra, Castelo Branco, Leiria, Santarém, Portalegre, Lisbon, Setúbal, Évora, Beja and Faro, as well as the Autonomous Regions of the Azores and Madeira, and for Portuguese families residing abroad. The online format allows the child to be followed by the same child psychologist over time, even in case of changes of residence, ensuring continuity during a sensitive period of development.

How can we help?

Therapies with proven effectiveness

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

Focused on helping children understand the connection between thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. It uses stories, examples, and simple exercises to address fears, anxiety, sadness, self-esteem, and difficulties at school, always in age-appropriate language.

Parenting Skills Training (PMT)

A parent- or caregiver-centered model, based on learning and reinforcement principles. It teaches practical strategies for responding to tantrums, aggression, opposition, and difficulties in following rules, with the goal of reducing challenging behaviors and increasing cooperative behaviors at home and at school.

Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT)

An intervention that uses play as the primary means of expression and communication. Through toys, drawing, and symbolic activities, the child expresses emotions and internal experiences; the psychologist accompanies and organizes this material, promoting emotional regulation and the integration of difficult situations.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have questions? We're here to help.

At what age can a child go to a psychologist?

There is no strict minimum age. What changes is how the work is done. Preschool children are primarily supported through play, interaction, and parental guidance; in school-aged children, it is possible to integrate more conversation, stories, and exercises appropriate to their developmental level.

Are the sessions always just with the child?

No. There are times dedicated solely to the child and others dedicated to the parents or caregivers. This balance is determined based on the child's age, the type of problem, and the goal of the support. The child psychologist will explain how this dynamic will be organized right at the beginning.

I'm afraid my son will feel "sick" about going to a psychologist. How can I explain this to him?

You can explain simply that a child psychologist is someone who helps children and families when things are difficult, just as a doctor helps when the body is sick. You can say that it's a space to talk, play, and find solutions together, and not a punishment or a sign that "something is wrong" with the child.

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