Our Team Approach
Because
many aspects of a child's growth and development are interrelated, C.H.A.T.T.
provides an experienced, multidisciplinary team of professionals to
observe and evaluate each youngster in a child-friendly, relaxed environment.
The team consists of a developmental pediatrician, nurse, psychologist,
physical and/or occupational therapists, speech pathologist, social
worker and/or family counselor. In addition our team also may include
learning disability consultant services.
Working together, the team assesses the total child with all of his or her strengths ans weaknesses. Family background and concerns are also included and addressed as part of the assessment. A comprehensive individualized plan for treatment is then recommended and shared with the parents or caretakers. This team approach also enables C.H.A.T.T. to evaluate the child in an efficient manner in just two or three sessions.
A comprehensive report and intervention plan may include but is not limited to:
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Diagnosis, including medical and psychosocial conditions.
- Treatment, including referrals to community resources, outpatient services, and school-initiated programs.
- Monitoring, which may include medication/behavorial monitoring, and case management
- Counseling, including parent training, behavior modification, and educational planning.
Since
C.H.A.T.T. is located at Children's Hospital of New Jersey at Newark Beth
Israel Medical Center, it draws on the resources of the state's premier
hospital for children and provides access to a wide range of services
and programs for the special needs of children and adolescents, including
experienced professionals in more than 30 pediatric subspecialties.
