We work across multiple settings including children’s outpatients, wards, at home and community settings.
The complications of excess weight (CEW) service provides care for children and young people over a period of 12-18 months dependent upon individual need.
We can help with a range of issues, including:
- Mental Health and Emotional difficulties
- Challenging behavior linked with food and mealtimes
- Physical symptoms and pain related to excess weight
- Social and family relationships
- Bullying
- Motivational difficulties in maintaining healthier lifestyles
Appointments with the psychologist can be in a number of locations including hospital wards, outpatient clinics, and schools. We also offer online video appointments using the platform Attend Anywhere.
Sessions may be individual, with family/carers or in groups depending on need. There are also informational materials and sessions available to support children and young people and families/carers during their journey.
Psychology will often work jointly with other members of the CEW team as part of the holistic support package.
How can I access the service?
Once your child is part of the children’s complications of excess weight (CEW) service you can be referred to psychology.
If you need make a referral to the service the referral criteria and form can be accessed at the CEW service website.
