My AS DS(9) is due to see a psychotherapist for the first time next week. I've already met him and he seems like a nice chap, familiar with aspergers kids. We've been referred due to DS's anxiety, meltdowns and apparent deep wells of hidden misery. But tbh since the referral he's been doing much better.
I'm not sure how to pitch it to him (he will resist anything not fun as it's the 'sacred' holidays). He can be pretty astute and scathing, but I really want him to approach it positively, not reluctantly.
Thinking of saying something like, dunno, er, "There are lots of children like you, who sometimes find making friends difficult, and who have big cries and sad feelings. There is a man who tries to help them and who understands them really well. I think we should go along, and let the man get to know you, and see if he has any ideas for helping you..."
What do you think??? Any suggestions???