Child and teen psychology

Child and teen (pediatric) psychologists use talk therapy to help children, teens and their families with emotional issues. They assess and evaluate a child’s behavior and development.

Psychologists do not prescribe medicine or medical tests. They work with parents, doctors, psychiatrists and social workers to help children or teens with:

• attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD)
• anxiety, depression and other mental or emotional concerns
• addiction and substance abuse
• sexual or gender identity issues.

Related Resources

Child and teen psychiatry

Anxiety inventory

Depression inventory

Alcohol and drug inventory

Locations

Allina Mental Health: Clinic and hospital locations

Aspen Medical Group: Behavioral health

First published: 06/06/2009
Last updated: 06/06/2009

Reviewed by: Steven Bergeson, MD, director of clinical quality, Allina Medical Clinic