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Sometimes individuals with learning disabilities have
emotional or behavioral issues that require treatment by a therapist.
Therapy may be provided by a psychiatrist, a clinical psychologist, a
licensed independent clinical social worker, or a licensed mental health
counselor. Only a psychiatrist or a clinical specialist in psychiatric
and mental health nursing is licensed to prescribe and monitor psychiatric
medications.
What to Ask
What are your credentials? Are you licensed or certified?
What age ranges do you specialize in?
What are your areas of expertise?
Do you have experience dealing with the type of issues that my child or I have?
What do your services cost?
Do you accept my insurance?
What information do you expect me to provide?
Will you contact my child's school for information?
If necessary, would you attend a meeting at my child's school?
How much do you charge for an out-office-visit?
How soon can you see me or my child?
How do I prepare my child for his/her appointment with you?
