Often, a diagnosis doesn’t just impact your child’s physical health. It also affects their mental and emotional well-being.
Connecticut Children’s pediatric psychologists provide behavioral health support for existing patients who need coordinated, co-managed care from both physicians and mental health clinicians.
Currently, our services are only available to existing patients. If your child isn’t a patient, but you’re looking for mental and behavioral health support, you can find resources here.
Our Psychology Expertise
Connecticut Children’s Division of Pediatric Psychology is led by Melissa Santos, PhD, who also serves as president of the Society of Pediatric Psychology. Our team is highly trained to work with children, teens, and young adults who may be affected by a range of mental health conditions related to their diagnosis or treatment.
The Medical Coping Clinic is designed to support children, teens and families managing a chronic illness at Connecticut Children’s. This includes how chronic illness may affect your child’s mood, behavior, education, and relationships, as well as how they adjust to their diagnosis and follow their care plan. We offer this support both in person and by Video Visit, including individual, group and family sessions.
The Mental and Medical Wellness Program is designed for patients and families who need some additional support to manage their medical and mental health. This unique intensive program is available three days a week, three hours a day, and includes specialists from Connecticut Children’s divisions of pediatric psychology, occupational therapy, physical therapy and care coordination.
