Giftedness

While we do not offer formal evaluations at CFSC, we do work closely with specialists who can identify giftedness in children. We also have several therapists on staff who are experienced in working with gifted children on coping with intense feelings, social anxieties, perfectionism, motivation, distress tolerance, among other aspects unique to being gifted. We encourage you to reach out to our intake specialist and share your child’s story with them. From there, they will work to connect you with a therapist who would be a skilled fit to support your family.

Gifted children often experience emotions much more intensely than their peers, which can lead to further feelings of distress or loneliness, especially if they struggle to interpret “normal” social cues, or misread social situations. Gifted children can often be more justice-oriented, anxious or fearful (particularly socially), and can be very hard on themselves if they are not “perfect.”

Yes, we do have therapists that specialize in working with gifted individuals. We encourage you to reach out to our intake team and explore options for your child to begin working with one of our skilled mental health professionals. A strong, trusting relationship with someone that understands your child’s unique social-emotional development works can make all the difference for their growth and well-being!

Psychoeducation as parents is one of the best ways you can support your gifted child. Knowing how their mind works, you will feel more confident in talking to them about their social and emotional challenges. In addition to seeking therapy services to support their ongoing needs, you can ask your child’s therapist about other resources to grow as a caregiver, such as books, podcasts, parenting groups, etc. You may also consider seeking your own therapy to work through ways you can better support your child.