Frequently Asked Questions Parents and Carers
- What is CAMHS?
- How do I get help from CAMHS?
- What professional will we see at CAMHS?
- How can I prepare or help my child prepare for an appointment with CAMHS?
- How long will we wait to be seen by CAMHS?
- What if I think my child might be neurodivergent?
- Should I consider a private Neurodevelopmental Assessment for my child?
- What can I do whilst we are waiting for an appointment with CAMHS?
- We're waiting to be seen but things are getting worse - what can I do?
- Does my child need to attend the appointment with me?
- Why was my child's referral not accepted by CAMHS?
- My child is very anxious about coming to CAMHS and I'm worried they will not engage during the session. What should I do?
- How can I make the best of our appointment with CAMHS?
- How do I get in touch with my Child's worker after their appointment if I need to?
- I disagree with the outcome of my child's assessment. What can I do?
- I'd like to make a complaint about CAMHS. How do I do this?