Why has my child been assigned a therapist in school? The school provides Wediko therapy services because they believe that
your child can be more successful in school if therapy is a part of the
plan.
Who decides that my child needs school-based therapy? You are a part of the team that makes decisions about your child’s
educational plan, so you will have a say in the mix of services
provided to your child.
If my child needs to catch up in academic subjects, why are they taken from class for therapy? Generally, when a student is referred for school-based therapy, it is
because the team believes that the child is distracted from learning by
emotional or personal issues. The goal is for the child to be able to
focus on learning when they are in class, rather than to be distracted
by thoughts or feelings that get in the way of learning.
Why do therapists think it is helpful to call the Department of
Children and Families (DCF) to investigate me for abuse or neglect? It is rare that therapists make a 51A report to DCF, reporting a
suspicion of abuse or neglect, but it can happen. Therapists, as well
as teachers, principals, guidance counselors, day care providers,
physicians, and many others who work with children are required by law
to report any situation in which a child appears to have been hurt or
neglected. Those who are required by law to report information about
suspected abuse or neglect can be fined or lose their jobs if they do
not report to DCF. Wediko therapists will do what is required of them
by law; however, they will also work hard to support families during
the process of the 51A report and investigation. The goal of the
Wediko therapy remains helping the child to be successful in school.
