In this episode of CAP-PC’s Podcast Academy, Rochester Liaison Coordinator Amy Lyons draws upon her extensive experience as a child therapist to help you better understand what happens when your patient goes to his/her first therapy session. There is a real focus in the first session on developing a relationship as well as some of the logistic necessities of starting a therapeutic relationship. You can help your families understand the realities and expectations of that first session in therapy by preparing them beforehand. Future Podcast Academy episodes will focus on different types and styles of psychotherapy and how you can encourage patients and families to get the most of their therapy experience.

CAP-PC Podcast Academy

What Families Should Expect at the First Therapy Session

Before therapy or medications - how do we talk to parents about anxiety in their children? We discuss strategies to keep anxiety on our radar and how to help parents avoid avoidance, improve their communication with other adults supporting an anxious child, and promote resilient growth and development for all kids.

Talking to Parents about Anxiety

Transgender Mental Health Issues - Part 2 by CAP-PC

Transgender Mental Health Issues - Part 2

Transgender Mental Health Issues - Part 1 by CAP-PC

Transgender Mental Health Issues - Part 1

Helping Families Manage ADHD “Before Meds” by CAP-PC

Helping Families Manage ADHD “Before Meds”

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry for Primary Care