Your Child’s Wellbeing Score:
What It Means and What to Do Next
Understanding the Results
A score of 15 or more on the Paediatric Symptom Checklist (PSC-17) suggests that your child may be experiencing emotional or behavioural challenges across three key areas:
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Internalising – This measures internal struggles such as anxiety, depression, sadness, or withdrawal, which can impact mood and self-esteem.
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Attention – This assesses difficulties with attention, focus, impulsivity, or staying on task, which may affect learning and daily activities.
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Externalising – This looks at outward behaviours such as hyperactivity, frustration, or acting out, which can impact relationships and interactions.
This doesn’t mean something is 'wrong'—but it does indicate that your child needs extra support in navigating emotions, social situations, or worries more effectively.
What This Means For Your Child
While every child faces challenges, consistent struggles in these areas can affect their happiness, confidence, and ability to thrive. A higher PSC-17 score means your child may be showing signs of distress that could impact their daily life, friendships, or school experience. Without the right professional support, these difficulties may become more overwhelming over time.
The good news? Early professional support can make a big difference in helping children build emotional resilience and confidence.
Next Steps – How You Can Help Your Child
If your child’s score is 15 or higher, here are some supportive steps you can take:
1. Book a Consultation – Our expert guidance is tailored to your child’s unique needs. Get in touch and we’ll explore their challenges and create a supportive plan together.
2. Full Emotional and Behavioural Assessment – As part of our measurement-based care, we offer structured assessments that provide a clear, data-driven picture of your child’s strengths and areas for growth. These insights help us track progress and tailor support to their specific needs.
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3. Counselling and Skills Programs – Our counselling and skill-building programs provide practical, child-friendly strategies to help your child manage emotions, improve social skills, and build confidence. These services focus on developing emotional regulation, resilience, and coping strategies in a supportive and engaging way.​
You’re Not Alone—We’re Here to Help
Taking this first step shows that you care deeply about your child’s wellbeing. If you're unsure about the next move, let’s chat. Together, we can create a roadmap to help your child thrive emotionally.
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Book a Consultation Today – Let’s start with a conversation and follow us on socials.