Child Psychology

Professional Psychological Support for Children & Families

Supporting children’s emotional, behavioural, social, and developmental wellbeing through evidence-based psychological services tailored to their unique needs and circumstances.

Supporting Healthy Development & Wellbeing

Child psychology focuses on understanding how children think, feel, behave, and develop throughout different stages of life. Professional psychological support can help identify challenges, strengthen emotional wellbeing, and provide practical guidance for both children and their families.

Caroline Goldsmith provides child psychology services designed to support healthy development, emotional resilience, positive behaviour, and overall wellbeing while helping families better understand their child’s unique strengths and needs.

The Support process

A Thoughtful & Child-Centred Approach

Every child psychology service follows a structured process designed to create a clear understanding of a child’s emotional, behavioural, developmental, and social needs.

The goal is not simply to identify challenges but to provide meaningful insights, practical recommendations, and supportive strategies that help children, parents, and caregivers move forward with confidence.

Initial Information Gathering

Parent & Family Consultation

Developmental Assessment

Emotional Wellbeing Review

Behavioural Evaluation

Social Functioning Assessment

Professional Recommendations

Detailed Written Report

Following completion of the support process, families receive practical guidance, personalised recommendations, and a clearer understanding of how best to support their child’s development and wellbeing.

Benefits Of Child Psychology Support

Professional psychological support can help children and families better understand developmental and emotional needs while creating positive pathways for future growth and success.

Better Understanding

Gain valuable insight into a child’s emotions, behaviours, and developmental needs.

Family Support

Provide parents and caregivers with practical strategies and professional guidance.

Emotional Growth

Help children develop confidence, resilience, and healthy emotional skills.

Positive Outcomes

Support long-term wellbeing, learning, relationships, and personal development.

Common Signs A Child May Benefit From Support

Understanding When To Seek Guidance

Hear from my clients

Josh – manager

As a parent, I cannot say enough positive things about Caroline Goldsmith and the support she has given my son. From the very beginning, her detailed reports helped us understand what he was experiencing and how we could best support him. Each session is followed by clear and compassionate reports that outline his progress and next steps.  Her reports always highlight his strengths while thoughtfully

Milla – artist

I truly appreciate your incredibly warm and heartfelt approach, your ability to listen, and your thoughtful guidance. Your work is not only professional but also full of compassion. You help people understand themselves, find strength, and achieve peace. I’m so glad I turned to you.

Sophia – teacher

Caroline assessed my three year old non verbal son at the start of August 2023 I found her very professional and lovely to deal with. She was very much for my son’s needs and thanks to Caroline and her advice I now have my son in an asd unit he has come a long way since August

Ethan – software engineer

My experience with this practice and the main practitioner was nothing but pleasant, informative and I was treated with consideration and understanding. If you are in need of the skills offered by this practice, I could not recommend them more highly.

Results may vary. Testimonials represent personal experiences.

Frequently
Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about Caroline Goldsmith’s psychological services, autism assessments, therapy sessions, and consultation process.

How long does child psychology support take?

The duration of support varies depending on the child’s needs, goals, and circumstances. Some families benefit from short-term guidance, while others may require ongoing support.

What approaches are used during child psychology services?

Caroline Goldsmith uses evidence-based approaches tailored to the child’s needs, which may include developmental assessments, behavioural strategies, emotional support techniques, and family-focused guidance.

Can parents be involved in the process?

Yes. Parents and caregivers play an important role throughout the process and are often involved in consultations, planning, and ongoing support strategies.

Can support help with school-related concerns?

Yes. Child psychology services can help address behavioural, emotional, social, and learning-related challenges that may impact a child’s educational experience.

Can consultations be completed online?

Some consultations may be delivered remotely depending on the child’s needs and the nature of the support required, while certain services may be best provided in person.

What happens after the support process?

Families receive personalised recommendations, practical strategies, and professional guidance designed to support their child’s continued development, wellbeing, and future success.

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Meet Ms. Caroline Goldsmith

Improving Autism Assessment in the Irish National Health Service

Caroline Goldsmith is passionate about making real changes in how autism is assessed in Ireland. She knows how stressful it can be for families stuck on long waiting lists, so a big part of her work focuses on reducing those delays by offering reliable private assessments.

When she first started in mental health, autism assessments were often inconsistent and confusing. Since then, Caroline Goldsmith has worked hard to bring clarity and structure to the process. She’s helped shape better standards for private assessments and uses advanced psychometric tools to ensure every evaluation is accurate, professional, and up-to-date.