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Tim Thornberry
Psychologist, PhD
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Frankfort, KY 40601
Thornberry is a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy provider and Within-Agency Trainer.
Dr. Tim Thornberry, Jr. is a Psychologist in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2022. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University, an MS in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University, and a BA in Psychology from Western Kentucky University. Dr. Thornberry can provide psychotherapy and psychological assessment services for individuals and families across the lifespan with a variety of mental health problems and/or problems with adjusting to stressors, life transitions, academic or vocational concerns, or medical issues.
Thornberry is a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy provider and Within-Agency Trainer.
Dr. Tim Thornberry, Jr. is a Psychologist in Kentucky who has been practicing since 2022. He has a PhD in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University, an MS in Clinical Psychology from Auburn University, and a BA in Psychology from Western Kentucky University. Dr. Thornberry can provide psychotherapy and psychological assessment services for individuals and families across the lifespan with a variety of mental health problems and/or problems with adjusting to stressors, life transitions, academic or vocational concerns, or medical issues.
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William DeWitt
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, LMHC, LPC
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Frankfort, KY 40601
William DeWitt is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 1987. He has a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Central Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Western Washington University. William approaches each client as an individual and adjusts the treatment to meet their individual needs. He works collaboratively with the client to determine the best approach for the client's particular struggles.
William DeWitt is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Kentucky who has been practicing since 1987. He has a Master of Science in Counseling Psychology from Central Washington University and a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism from Western Washington University. William approaches each client as an individual and adjusts the treatment to meet their individual needs. He works collaboratively with the client to determine the best approach for the client's particular struggles.
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Paul D Dalton, MS, LPCC-S, LCADC
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC-S, LCADC
Verified Verified
Frankfort, KY 40601
Hello! Our office of over 35 counselors, therapists, nurse practitioners and psychologists provide counseling, therapy, psychological, and psychiatric services to all ages. We are committed to helping you. We care about our professional roles and the people we serve. We help all ages and most every mental health and life issue. Our goal is your success and well being. Most of our referrals come from the thousands of people we have helped like you. Please call today. If we can't help, we will find someone that can. Never, ever give up! Over 20 years. Four locations. Hundreds of years of combined experience. Call 859.338.0466 today.
Hello! Our office of over 35 counselors, therapists, nurse practitioners and psychologists provide counseling, therapy, psychological, and psychiatric services to all ages. We are committed to helping you. We care about our professional roles and the people we serve. We help all ages and most every mental health and life issue. Our goal is your success and well being. Most of our referrals come from the thousands of people we have helped like you. Please call today. If we can't help, we will find someone that can. Never, ever give up! Over 20 years. Four locations. Hundreds of years of combined experience. Call 859.338.0466 today.
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Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists

Does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) work?

PCIT is an evidence-based treatment that has been shown to be effective across domains, including for children with behavioral problems, those on the autism spectrum, and those who have experienced early childhood trauma. Further, studies have found that the skills developed through PCIT benefit not only the child in therapy but also siblings, as the parent internalizes lessons learned in sessions and is able to incorporate them into interactions with other family members.

How long does PCIT last?

The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and treatment lasts, on average, between 12 and 20 sessions. Factors that influence treatment duration include how regularly a client attends treatment, how much progress is achieved between sessions, the particular skills that need development, and the extent to which the parent and therapist see improvement.

Can PCIT be done online?

PCIT is among the therapy types best suited for video sessions. Therapists are able to communicate with parents with essentially the same ease, and by observing the parent and child at home in their normal environment, the therapist may gain additional insight into their interactions, as the child will have their normal toys and may feel more comfortable and act more naturally than they would in a therapist’s room.

Does PCIT help parents?

In addition to the skills parents develop through the treatment, PCIT has also been shown to reduce frustration, stress, and depression in parents and promote confidence and a sense of calm when dealing with their children. The desired outcomes of PCIT include a reduction in defiant and aggressive behavior by children and an improvement in communicating their feelings productively, complying with parental instruction, and behaving according to parents’ rules. Growth in these areas can be a relief for parents.