PSYCHOMOTOR ASSESSMENT
The psychomotor assessment takes place in 4 stages:
1. The anamnesis
The first meeting between the psychomotor therapist, the patient and their parents (for a child) consists of identifying the request and gathering personal, family and medical history .
Because the psychomotor therapist considers the person as a whole , this is a crucial step in the treatment process. Indeed, every piece of information will be important in understanding the individual and in developing the therapeutic plan .
This first exchange marks the beginning of the establishment of the therapeutic alliance .
2. Tests and trials
This second step consists of carrying out the psychomotor assessment itself. It takes place over one or two sessions .
The psychomotor therapist then has standardized tests and adapted assessments to target the patient's abilities and difficulties , in order to draw up a complete psychomotor profile .
3. Drafting the balance sheet
Following the psychomotor assessment, the psychomotor therapist analyzes all the data collected throughout the assessment, taking into account his observations and the results obtained from the tests .
This synthesis work will allow us to conclude whether or not the patient requires psychomotor therapy .
4. Oral presentation
The report of the psychomotor assessment is presented orally and then given to the patient and his/her parents (for a child).
The psychomotor therapist explains to the patient what their skills and weaknesses are, and tells them if the results of the assessment require the implementation of psychomotor therapy .
If psychomotor support is required , the psychomotor therapist explains to the patient the therapeutic plan he has developed and the objectives .
With the patient's agreement , the actual sessions can begin.
PSYCHOMOTOR THERAPY SESSIONS
Psychomotor assessments and private psychomotor therapy sessions are not reimbursed by social security.
However, some organizations provide financial assistance under certain conditions :
- Mutual insurance companies
- MDPH (Departmental Centers for Disabled Persons)
- Extra-legal benefits from the CPAM