Yes, to undergo therapy may require us to look beyond our fears, expectations, or hopes, and to listen openly to what our child is actually communicating through behaviour, emotions and struggles.
Very often, families come to see me because I was recommended by another family who chose to trust me. The children also value the relationship, open up to me quite easily, and after a few weeks I become a strong ally for the family.
But knowing this, are you really ready for us to work together?
As a neuropsychologist, I am not here to occupy your child for an hour.
I am not here to confirm your assumptions if they do not serve your child’s development.
I am here to understand your child’s neuropsychological functioning with precision and to provide tailored, effective solutions.
Because without a clear understanding of how your child actually functions, sustainable change is not possible.
Understanding Functioning Before Trying to Correct Behavior
A child, especially one with Attention Deficit Disorder, with or without hyperactivity, is not functioning against you. They are functioning according to their neurological organization. Impulsivity, agitation, opposition, difficulty focusing, emotional outbursts… These are not character flaws or lack of willpower.
They are indicators.
And as long as we respond to the behavior without understanding the underlying mechanism, everyone becomes exhausted:
- the child
- the parents
- the family dynamic
Parental Guidance Is Demanding Work
Parental guidance is not about automatic validation.
It sometimes requires you to:
- reconsider certain educational practices
- let go of preconceived ideas
- accept that “more authority” is not always the solution. For example it's useless with HP profile children.
- work on your own emotional regulation
This can be uncomfortable. But it is effective.
My objective is not to tell you what you want to hear.
My objective is to achieve concrete, measurable results in your daily life.
A Method Rooted in Trust
I always begin by building a strong, trusting relationship with your child. Why?
Because a child only reveals their true functioning when they feel understood and safe.
This relationship allows me to:
-> observe their natural strategies
-> identify their strengths
-> detect their specific vulnerabilities
-> understand what truly triggers their difficulties
Then we debrief together.
I provide you with tools specifically adapted to your child’s functioning, not generic advice.
Parental Anxiety: An Often Overlooked Factor
Your concern is legitimate. But when anxiety becomes too dominant, it can rigidify positions and block necessary adjustments.
The better you understand your child’s real functioning, the more internal security you gain, and the less you need to control. And often, that is when change begins.
An Alliance Focused on Change
I am not here to “manage” your child in your place. I am here to help you understand how your child functions so that you can act effectively in daily life.
The real work does not happen only in my office. It continues at home, in your everyday interactions.
When parents and professional move in the same direction, results become visible:
-> a calmer family climate
-> reduced conflicts
-> improved cooperation
-> progress in attentional capacities
-> strengthened self-esteem
Conclusion
You see, when we work together, it is possible to achieve wonderful results, always in the best interest of your child and of you as well.
Parents become calmer and more confident, able to provide what their child truly needs. Children grow more self-assured, daring to share their doubts and, as a result, making genuine long-term progress.
We are not aiming for short-term performance. We are aiming for a clear and lasting improvement in overall well-being.
Better results at school, the disappearance of OCD, restored self-confidence, reduced stress… Growth rarely comes from denial or quick fixes. It comes from curiosity, honesty, and the willingness to face difficult truths with courage. When we shift from seeking reassurance to seeking understanding, we create space for meaningful change not only for our child, but for ourselves as well. So, rethinking the way you educate your child is a healthy and empowering step forward.
