Early Childhood Mental Health Treatment: Training Reference Guide
Early Childhood Mental Health Treatment: Training Reference Guide
Early Childhood Mental Health Treatment: Training Reference Guide
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Strategies<br />
Effective Consultation<br />
THE ART OF CONSULTATION<br />
Step 1: Consent Form Signed<br />
Consent form must be signed by parent or guardian before consultation can proceed<br />
Roadblock # 1:<br />
The consent form is signed, yet staff state that they are unsure about whether or not<br />
they will keep the child in the program.<br />
Strategy:<br />
Consultant tells the centre that a decision must be made before consultation can begin.<br />
Roadblock # 2:<br />
The parent has refused to sign the consent form, yet the centre has asked you to come in.<br />
Strategy:<br />
The consultant observes the program and offers general program suggestions that may<br />
be helpful. Confidentiality is maintained – the name of the child in question is never<br />
revealed.<br />
Step 2: Initial Contact With The Childcare / School<br />
Gather / Clarify Relevant Background Information<br />
Helpful information may include<br />
age of the child<br />
length of time the child has been enrolled in the program<br />
family composition and lifestyle<br />
significant events or changes in the child’s life<br />
Work With The Consultee To Define The Problem<br />
Questions that may help the consultee define the problem:<br />
What is the behaviour<br />
When does the behaviour occur<br />
Where does the behaviour occur<br />
Who is involved in the situation<br />
Why does the behaviour occur<br />
How often does the behaviour occur<br />
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