About the role
Child psychologists are specialized psychologists who work with the mental health of children and adolescents. They often have a psychology degree with a focus on children and adolescents or a specialist training in clinical child psychology. They work to understand, diagnose, and treat psychological problems and developmental disorders.Responsibilities
Child psychologists conduct investigations and assessments of the mental health of children and adolescents. They design and implement treatment plans and therapies tailored to each child's needs. They also collaborate with parents, schools, and other healthcare providers to support the child's development.Skills and tools
Child psychologists use psychological testing tools, observation, and conversational therapy as tools in their work. They need good knowledge of psychopathology, developmental psychology, and therapeutic methods. Empathy, patience, and the ability to create trust are central skills. Common competencies demanded by employers are barnpsykiatri/ungdomspsykiatri, utvecklingsarbete and habilitering.