Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Solana Beach, CA
Dr. Nikoo Z Sadatrafiei
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, LADAC, CalGETS
Solana Beach, CA 92075
I'm specialized in treating behavioral and mental health issues with individuals, couples, and families which arise from life transitions, conflicts in relationships, parenting, child/adolescence behavioral issues, and mental illnesses. I have extensive experience on treating trauma, grief, domestic violence, and communication. As a Licensed Advanced Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LAADC) I help individuals with their dual diagnosis. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocess (EMDR) and hypnotherapy to facilitate change in perception. I'm certified in Gambling Disorder from the Office of Problem Gambling (CalGETS).
I'm specialized in treating behavioral and mental health issues with individuals, couples, and families which arise from life transitions, conflicts in relationships, parenting, child/adolescence behavioral issues, and mental illnesses. I have extensive experience on treating trauma, grief, domestic violence, and communication. As a Licensed Advanced Drug and Alcohol Counselor (LAADC) I help individuals with their dual diagnosis. I am certified in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocess (EMDR) and hypnotherapy to facilitate change in perception. I'm certified in Gambling Disorder from the Office of Problem Gambling (CalGETS).
Are you feeling stuck or desperate? Do you feel like there is something blocking you from moving forward in life? My hope is that clients leave therapy knowing their strengths and having the tools to tackle future challenges. Whether that is to empower them to find new solutions to old problems, a better way of managing their anxiety or depression; or a whole new way of being in relationships. We all need to feel empowered in our own lives but often find road blocks that keep us from reaching our potential.
Are you feeling stuck or desperate? Do you feel like there is something blocking you from moving forward in life? My hope is that clients leave therapy knowing their strengths and having the tools to tackle future challenges. Whether that is to empower them to find new solutions to old problems, a better way of managing their anxiety or depression; or a whole new way of being in relationships. We all need to feel empowered in our own lives but often find road blocks that keep us from reaching our potential.
I am a certified therapist in PCIT, CPP, Triple P and FASD parenting and children issues.
I have seen many families and individuals that have endured some of the most heartbreaking and challenging aspects of life but have been able to overcome and become stronger/happier individuals.
I am a certified therapist in PCIT, CPP, Triple P and FASD parenting and children issues.
I have seen many families and individuals that have endured some of the most heartbreaking and challenging aspects of life but have been able to overcome and become stronger/happier individuals.
Welcome! We all want to live life as our best selves, but that can be especially challenging during difficult times. I have over 25 years of experience helping children, teens, families, adults and couples build on their strengths and get clear about what they want for their futures. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I also utilize art therapy, Brainspotting (a brain based therapy that helps clients identify, process and release emotional and physical pain) and the Nurtured Heart Approach (a relationship based model that helps people focus on their successes rather than their failures, thereby increasing their Inner Wealth.)
Welcome! We all want to live life as our best selves, but that can be especially challenging during difficult times. I have over 25 years of experience helping children, teens, families, adults and couples build on their strengths and get clear about what they want for their futures. In addition to traditional talk therapy, I also utilize art therapy, Brainspotting (a brain based therapy that helps clients identify, process and release emotional and physical pain) and the Nurtured Heart Approach (a relationship based model that helps people focus on their successes rather than their failures, thereby increasing their Inner Wealth.)
Bilingual (Spanish & English) services– Life can be difficult sometimes, when we experience anxiety, stress, sadness, and continuous disappointment or failure. Sometimes we manage to overcome them and other times we get used to living with those difficult emotions and negative thoughts, which negatively impact the way we perceive ourselves and the world. It shouldn't be like this! Suffering is inherent to life, however, it should not be greater than growth and satisfaction.
Bilingual (Spanish & English) services– Life can be difficult sometimes, when we experience anxiety, stress, sadness, and continuous disappointment or failure. Sometimes we manage to overcome them and other times we get used to living with those difficult emotions and negative thoughts, which negatively impact the way we perceive ourselves and the world. It shouldn't be like this! Suffering is inherent to life, however, it should not be greater than growth and satisfaction.
Members of our team hold active certifications in TF-CBT, EMDR, and PCIT.
We help kids, teens, and young adults who struggle with anxiety gain the confidence they need to put themselves out there and build healthy relationships. Our clients struggle just like you and your kids do. Despite being bright, academically high achieving, and able to seemingly balance it all, life is still hard. When they first come in, they are in a relentless cycle of never feeling “good enough” and are stuck comparing themselves to everyone else. They may start their day with reserved hope as they head to school, and come home a total wreck. You are doing your best, but you don’t always know the right thing to say.
Members of our team hold active certifications in TF-CBT, EMDR, and PCIT.
We help kids, teens, and young adults who struggle with anxiety gain the confidence they need to put themselves out there and build healthy relationships. Our clients struggle just like you and your kids do. Despite being bright, academically high achieving, and able to seemingly balance it all, life is still hard. When they first come in, they are in a relentless cycle of never feeling “good enough” and are stuck comparing themselves to everyone else. They may start their day with reserved hope as they head to school, and come home a total wreck. You are doing your best, but you don’t always know the right thing to say.
I believe the most important element in the therapeutic relationship is the connection between therapist and client, person to person. What I bring to the relationship is warmth, caring, and a gentle and compassionate presence. I have a deep faith in your ability to transform your life, empowering you to discover what works and change what doesn’t, helping you find your own truth and path.
I believe the most important element in the therapeutic relationship is the connection between therapist and client, person to person. What I bring to the relationship is warmth, caring, and a gentle and compassionate presence. I have a deep faith in your ability to transform your life, empowering you to discover what works and change what doesn’t, helping you find your own truth and path.
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I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and issues with sleep. I take a process oriented approach in therapy; if you are experiencing difficulties with communication within you relationship, family, work, etc. our sessions may be especially effective. My clients typically experience improvements within the first 6 sessions. I have over a decade of clinical experience and have contributed as a researcher in Sleep science with NASA Ames laboratory for over three years.
I specialize in working with adults and adolescents experiencing depression, anxiety, grief, ADHD, and issues with sleep. I take a process oriented approach in therapy; if you are experiencing difficulties with communication within you relationship, family, work, etc. our sessions may be especially effective. My clients typically experience improvements within the first 6 sessions. I have over a decade of clinical experience and have contributed as a researcher in Sleep science with NASA Ames laboratory for over three years.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Dr. Aura Barragan is a licensed clinical psychologist based in San Diego, California who works statewide with individuals via telehealth. She has specialized training in the realm of neuropsychology and psychotherapy. She has a deep understanding of health and wellbeing across the lifespan including early childhood to late seniors. Dr. Barragan provides caring, evidence-based treatment for all ages. Therapy with Dr. Barragan will feel collaborative, supportive, and client-centered all while informed by current research.
Dr. Aura Barragan is a licensed clinical psychologist based in San Diego, California who works statewide with individuals via telehealth. She has specialized training in the realm of neuropsychology and psychotherapy. She has a deep understanding of health and wellbeing across the lifespan including early childhood to late seniors. Dr. Barragan provides caring, evidence-based treatment for all ages. Therapy with Dr. Barragan will feel collaborative, supportive, and client-centered all while informed by current research.
My work consists of working with adolescents, college-aged adults, and adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, parenting, depression, and relationship or social challenges. Therapy can assist you in gaining the tools to cope and manage the many stressors that can be overwhelming.
My work consists of working with adolescents, college-aged adults, and adults navigating life transitions, anxiety, parenting, depression, and relationship or social challenges. Therapy can assist you in gaining the tools to cope and manage the many stressors that can be overwhelming.
Claudia Matar de Brun
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, MA
1 Endorsed
Carlsbad, CA 92008
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Many parents reach out because they see their child struggling with anxiety, big emotions, behavioral challenges, school stress, or family changes such as divorce or conflict. Your child may shut down, act out, or feel overwhelmed and not know how to express what they are feeling. As a parent, you want to understand what is happening and help your child feel calmer, more confident, and supported while strengthening your connection as a family. I often work with children who struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
Many parents reach out because they see their child struggling with anxiety, big emotions, behavioral challenges, school stress, or family changes such as divorce or conflict. Your child may shut down, act out, or feel overwhelmed and not know how to express what they are feeling. As a parent, you want to understand what is happening and help your child feel calmer, more confident, and supported while strengthening your connection as a family. I often work with children who struggle with anxiety, emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
Hi! I'm a licensed counselor in NJ and CA working for 18 years with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. I believe in a client centered approach where a safe, open environment is created and my client(s) is part of creating the counseling process. I utilize an integrative approach, pulling from different techniques that are best suited for a client's preferences and/or needs with a focus on client strengths. Progress looks like a client having more clarity and awareness of self, stability and calm within, harmony with how they interact with others and the world around them, and the ability to achieve desired goals.
Hi! I'm a licensed counselor in NJ and CA working for 18 years with individuals, couples, adolescents, and families. I believe in a client centered approach where a safe, open environment is created and my client(s) is part of creating the counseling process. I utilize an integrative approach, pulling from different techniques that are best suited for a client's preferences and/or needs with a focus on client strengths. Progress looks like a client having more clarity and awareness of self, stability and calm within, harmony with how they interact with others and the world around them, and the ability to achieve desired goals.
I provide compassionate, research-informed therapy for couples and individuals facing relationship stress, communication and intimacy challenges, anxiety, and perinatal/postpartum mental health issues. In couples counseling, I help partners strengthen connections, resolve conflict, and deepen intimacy. For families, I provide practical parenting tools and support navigating anxiety during pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders. For individuals I offer tailored approaches that teach practical tools to manage difficult emotions, increase resilience, and improve overall well-being.
I provide compassionate, research-informed therapy for couples and individuals facing relationship stress, communication and intimacy challenges, anxiety, and perinatal/postpartum mental health issues. In couples counseling, I help partners strengthen connections, resolve conflict, and deepen intimacy. For families, I provide practical parenting tools and support navigating anxiety during pregnancy and postpartum mood disorders. For individuals I offer tailored approaches that teach practical tools to manage difficult emotions, increase resilience, and improve overall well-being.
Live Inspired Child & Family Therapy, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
1 Endorsed
El Cajon, CA 92020
Through a holistic approach including: Soul Collage, Sandplay, Expressive Arts, Play Therapy, and Integrative Nutrition, I support clients in exploring their unique strengths and individual needs. Taking a psychodynamic approach I walk beside my clients through their journey sometimes picking up and mending broken pieces, other times letting them go, all creating the beautiful mosaic of life ."The creation of something new is not powered by the intellect, but by the play instinct arising from inner necessity." Carl Jung.
Through a holistic approach including: Soul Collage, Sandplay, Expressive Arts, Play Therapy, and Integrative Nutrition, I support clients in exploring their unique strengths and individual needs. Taking a psychodynamic approach I walk beside my clients through their journey sometimes picking up and mending broken pieces, other times letting them go, all creating the beautiful mosaic of life ."The creation of something new is not powered by the intellect, but by the play instinct arising from inner necessity." Carl Jung.
My ideal clients are adults who feel weighed down by depression, anxiety, grief, or stress and are ready to start moving toward something better. Many come to me after years of carrying childhood trauma or adverse early experiences that continue to shape how they feel and relate to others. Parents navigating the emotional demands of growing families are also a natural fit for my practice. Together we work to understand what has been keeping you stuck and build practical, lasting change through small, intentional steps. My goal is to help you create a life with more balance, joy, and peace.
My ideal clients are adults who feel weighed down by depression, anxiety, grief, or stress and are ready to start moving toward something better. Many come to me after years of carrying childhood trauma or adverse early experiences that continue to shape how they feel and relate to others. Parents navigating the emotional demands of growing families are also a natural fit for my practice. Together we work to understand what has been keeping you stuck and build practical, lasting change through small, intentional steps. My goal is to help you create a life with more balance, joy, and peace.
Jan Buchanan | Therapy Partners CO, CA & TX
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you’re a person struggling to meet your full potential, a parent hoping to see your child thrive, or a family working to repair broken relationships, good therapy can result in growth and lasting change. It takes courage to be willing to honestly look at ourselves. It takes a safe, open and non-judgmental space, as well as an experienced therapist to make that work possible. As a licensed professional counselor this is the work I do. My approach is open and straightforward. I use scientifically-based methods, years of experience and customized techniques, to match your specific needs.
Whether you’re a person struggling to meet your full potential, a parent hoping to see your child thrive, or a family working to repair broken relationships, good therapy can result in growth and lasting change. It takes courage to be willing to honestly look at ourselves. It takes a safe, open and non-judgmental space, as well as an experienced therapist to make that work possible. As a licensed professional counselor this is the work I do. My approach is open and straightforward. I use scientifically-based methods, years of experience and customized techniques, to match your specific needs.
Hello, my name is Kassandra Estrella and I am a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and families through life’s challenges. I am also experienced and enjoy working with military/veteran and first responder families. My focus areas include anxiety, depression, and trauma, where I aim to provide effective strategies to help my clients regain balance and peace of mind. My approach is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), both of which are powerful tools for managing stressors and cultivating a meaningful life.
Hello, my name is Kassandra Estrella and I am a bilingual Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in supporting children, teens, young adults, and families through life’s challenges. I am also experienced and enjoy working with military/veteran and first responder families. My focus areas include anxiety, depression, and trauma, where I aim to provide effective strategies to help my clients regain balance and peace of mind. My approach is rooted in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), both of which are powerful tools for managing stressors and cultivating a meaningful life.
I am a bilingual, Latina, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for serving and helping others heal. I aim to create a space where unconditional support, compassion, and vulnerability exist, ultimately leading to a more empowering life.
I am a bilingual, Latina, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for serving and helping others heal. I aim to create a space where unconditional support, compassion, and vulnerability exist, ultimately leading to a more empowering life.
Exhausted from 'treading water' while everyone thinks you have it all together? I help high-achieving adults move from survival mode to actual clarity. I’m Alicia Layedra, LCSW. With over a decade of experience and a Master’s from NYU, I provide a relational, attachment-based space where you don't have to 'perform.'
Exhausted from 'treading water' while everyone thinks you have it all together? I help high-achieving adults move from survival mode to actual clarity. I’m Alicia Layedra, LCSW. With over a decade of experience and a Master’s from NYU, I provide a relational, attachment-based space where you don't have to 'perform.'
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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.