Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Denver, CO
Dr. Nikki Pond is passionate about working with children and adolescents with a range of experiences, including anxiety and depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning and attentional difficulties, significant life transitions and stressors, and traumatic life events. She strives to support clients’ mental health in therapy by identifying their strengths and promoting their resilience. For evaluations, Dr. Pond employs a strengths-based, collaborative, and integrative approach to truly understanding a child’s patterns of functioning.
Dr. Nikki Pond is passionate about working with children and adolescents with a range of experiences, including anxiety and depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, learning and attentional difficulties, significant life transitions and stressors, and traumatic life events. She strives to support clients’ mental health in therapy by identifying their strengths and promoting their resilience. For evaluations, Dr. Pond employs a strengths-based, collaborative, and integrative approach to truly understanding a child’s patterns of functioning.
Foundations Family Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCSW, LMFT
Denver, CO 80203
Creating an incredibly comfortable and dynamic environment where you can process your life, collaborate with us, transform and heal.
Creating an incredibly comfortable and dynamic environment where you can process your life, collaborate with us, transform and heal.
Dr. Jim is a Performance Consultant & Mental Conditioning Coach who provides performance enhancement & counseling to athletes of all ages and levels, teams, organizations, businesses, military & governing bodies. He works in these sectors to improve performance both on & off the field of play, welling-being & mental health while reducing stress and anxiety. He has worked with pro teams and athletes, and he has worked with & trained thousands of athletes, coaches, & parents over the past 24 years. He also works with performing arts, business professionals, military, and law enforcement as an performance coach and consultant.
Dr. Jim is a Performance Consultant & Mental Conditioning Coach who provides performance enhancement & counseling to athletes of all ages and levels, teams, organizations, businesses, military & governing bodies. He works in these sectors to improve performance both on & off the field of play, welling-being & mental health while reducing stress and anxiety. He has worked with pro teams and athletes, and he has worked with & trained thousands of athletes, coaches, & parents over the past 24 years. He also works with performing arts, business professionals, military, and law enforcement as an performance coach and consultant.
You or your child are struggling—perhaps due to anxiety, grief, trauma, or overwhelming emotion. Maybe you’re a parent navigating the complexities of raising a child in today's world, caring for a medically complex child, or coping with birth trauma or loss. Your child may be processing a medical experience, adoption-related challenges, or the loss of a loved one, and you want support that acknowledges the depth of their experience. I specialize in trauma-focused care for children, teens, young adults, and parents. Whether through Play Therapy, EMDR, or Brainspotting, my approach is warm and collaborative.
You or your child are struggling—perhaps due to anxiety, grief, trauma, or overwhelming emotion. Maybe you’re a parent navigating the complexities of raising a child in today's world, caring for a medically complex child, or coping with birth trauma or loss. Your child may be processing a medical experience, adoption-related challenges, or the loss of a loved one, and you want support that acknowledges the depth of their experience. I specialize in trauma-focused care for children, teens, young adults, and parents. Whether through Play Therapy, EMDR, or Brainspotting, my approach is warm and collaborative.
Welcome! I’m a clinical psychologist located in Capitol Hill currently accepting new clients. I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, stress, mood challenges, family and relationship issues, and periods of transition. I especially enjoy supporting clients through pregnancy and the transition to parenthood, as well as those who are new to therapy and want to better understand themselves or their relationships.
Welcome! I’m a clinical psychologist located in Capitol Hill currently accepting new clients. I work with adults and teens navigating anxiety, stress, mood challenges, family and relationship issues, and periods of transition. I especially enjoy supporting clients through pregnancy and the transition to parenthood, as well as those who are new to therapy and want to better understand themselves or their relationships.
Dr. Hillary Grady-Speckhals has extensive training and experience using evidence-based treatments including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She provides parenting support and works collaboratively with families to meet their specific needs and goals. Dr. Grady-Speckhals completes thorough evaluations to assess for specific learning disorders, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder, working closely with caregivers and schools to support a child’s individual strengths and needs.
Dr. Hillary Grady-Speckhals has extensive training and experience using evidence-based treatments including Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She provides parenting support and works collaboratively with families to meet their specific needs and goals. Dr. Grady-Speckhals completes thorough evaluations to assess for specific learning disorders, ADHD, and Autism Spectrum Disorder, working closely with caregivers and schools to support a child’s individual strengths and needs.
I am an addiction medicine and mental health clinician that utilizes empowerment modalities to support you where you are at.
I am an addiction medicine and mental health clinician that utilizes empowerment modalities to support you where you are at.
Alexandra Parham-Book On Site Instantly
Licensed Social Worker, LCSW, MSW
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80227
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and the Gottman Method to inform my approaches.
I look forward to empowering clients to explore their strengths, heal from past experiences, gain deeper understanding of their emotions and thought patterns, develop healthy coping skills, and embrace positive change in their lives! I graduated with a BS in Human Development and Family Science in 2015 and completed my MSW in 2019. I began working as a therapist specializing in working with children and teens who had experienced trauma, often alongside their parents and guardians, to promote healing and change in themselves and within their family systems.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and the Gottman Method to inform my approaches.
I look forward to empowering clients to explore their strengths, heal from past experiences, gain deeper understanding of their emotions and thought patterns, develop healthy coping skills, and embrace positive change in their lives! I graduated with a BS in Human Development and Family Science in 2015 and completed my MSW in 2019. I began working as a therapist specializing in working with children and teens who had experienced trauma, often alongside their parents and guardians, to promote healing and change in themselves and within their family systems.
Parenting is hard. Harder than you anticipated, and it’s clear that your child is struggling. Whether it’s at school, home, or in their relationships with others, you’re concerned about their behavior and know something has to change for all of you to enjoy life more. You're frustrated, exhausted, defeated. Frustrated over the lack of harmony, exhausted from their school calling to report behavior concerns, defeated because you feel helpless. Now, imagine your child feels the same way. Despite how they may show it, your child likely also feels frustrated, exhausted, and defeated. Navigating parenthood is hard - but you're not alone.
Parenting is hard. Harder than you anticipated, and it’s clear that your child is struggling. Whether it’s at school, home, or in their relationships with others, you’re concerned about their behavior and know something has to change for all of you to enjoy life more. You're frustrated, exhausted, defeated. Frustrated over the lack of harmony, exhausted from their school calling to report behavior concerns, defeated because you feel helpless. Now, imagine your child feels the same way. Despite how they may show it, your child likely also feels frustrated, exhausted, and defeated. Navigating parenthood is hard - but you're not alone.
I operate from an attachment and relational lens and often integrate different modalities (Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy) based on what is the best fit for the client.
Navigating life's challenges – whether as a child, parent, adult, or in relationships – can be difficult. I work with individuals from infancy through adulthood, helping them understand and change unhelpful patterns of behavior. My practice also includes supporting young adults through life transitions and career changes, exploring childhood experiences, and working with couples.
I operate from an attachment and relational lens and often integrate different modalities (Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Child-Parent Psychotherapy) based on what is the best fit for the client.
Navigating life's challenges – whether as a child, parent, adult, or in relationships – can be difficult. I work with individuals from infancy through adulthood, helping them understand and change unhelpful patterns of behavior. My practice also includes supporting young adults through life transitions and career changes, exploring childhood experiences, and working with couples.
Higher Sights-Medication&Therapy-Book On Website
Clinical Social Work Candidate, LCSW, LPC, LMFT, PMHNP
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80227
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings > book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
I’ve been a clinical social worker for over 30 years, and it’s truly an honor to support people through meaningful and challenging chapters of their lives. I specialize in working with adolescent females and LGBTQIA-identified clients and their families, including those connected to the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. I also work with female and LGBTQIA military personnel and veterans, and I serve as a contract therapist with Denver Public Schools, supporting middle and high school students.
I’ve been a clinical social worker for over 30 years, and it’s truly an honor to support people through meaningful and challenging chapters of their lives. I specialize in working with adolescent females and LGBTQIA-identified clients and their families, including those connected to the juvenile justice and child welfare systems. I also work with female and LGBTQIA military personnel and veterans, and I serve as a contract therapist with Denver Public Schools, supporting middle and high school students.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience counseling in inpatient and outpatient settings to individuals and families ages 10 – 80. My specialties include counseling kids, adolescents, and adults with innovative, evidenced based therapy approaches (including EMDR) that yield productive counseling sessions in a less confrontational style. I have a proven track record of improving confidence, hope, and effectiveness, while simultaneously decreasing stress and anxiety in the clients with whom I work. There is no one size fits all approach to therapy, my collaborative approach is tailored to your individual needs and goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with experience counseling in inpatient and outpatient settings to individuals and families ages 10 – 80. My specialties include counseling kids, adolescents, and adults with innovative, evidenced based therapy approaches (including EMDR) that yield productive counseling sessions in a less confrontational style. I have a proven track record of improving confidence, hope, and effectiveness, while simultaneously decreasing stress and anxiety in the clients with whom I work. There is no one size fits all approach to therapy, my collaborative approach is tailored to your individual needs and goals.
Dr. Kelsie McQuinn is passionate about providing comprehensive evaluations to help provide diagnostic clarification for families, as well as neurodiversity affirming therapy services to support children and adolescents in need. Her assessment and intervention experiences include children, adolescents, and adults with learning disorders, emotional and behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum Disorder, chronic pain, as well as complex medical presentations. Dr. McQuinn’s experience and training involves evidence-based behavioral interventions including Exposure and Response Prevention, as well as neuropsychological assessment.
Dr. Kelsie McQuinn is passionate about providing comprehensive evaluations to help provide diagnostic clarification for families, as well as neurodiversity affirming therapy services to support children and adolescents in need. Her assessment and intervention experiences include children, adolescents, and adults with learning disorders, emotional and behavioral concerns, Autism Spectrum Disorder, chronic pain, as well as complex medical presentations. Dr. McQuinn’s experience and training involves evidence-based behavioral interventions including Exposure and Response Prevention, as well as neuropsychological assessment.
Jan Buchanan | Therapy Partners CO, CA & TX
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LPC
Denver, CO 80210
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.
Higher Sights - Therapy, EMDR, & Med Management
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LPC, LAC, APRN
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80227
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Accepting New Clients! Immediate openings, book instantly through our website in bio! We understand that being stuck and feeling like everything you have tried has left you hopeless is one of the most painful experiences. We help our clients feel empowered by helping them to see their own strengths and by teaching them new research-based tools to help focus and guide them for lasting change. We believe that therapy is a starting point to healing and changing patterns that have not been working. We work to help each unique client develop a new way to feel confident in approaching life matter what comes their way.
Dryden is certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) and is also licensed in Texas as a school psychologist.
Dr. Dryden is uniquely positioned to offer comprehensive evaluations and recommendations to support children and families feel and gain success. Throughout the evaluation process, Dr. Dryden aims to learn more about your child’s strengths, struggles, and how to best help them across different settings.
Dryden is certified in Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) and is also licensed in Texas as a school psychologist.
Dr. Dryden is uniquely positioned to offer comprehensive evaluations and recommendations to support children and families feel and gain success. Throughout the evaluation process, Dr. Dryden aims to learn more about your child’s strengths, struggles, and how to best help them across different settings.
I also offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) via video, in-home, or in office.
During the testing and therapy process, I gather data regarding cognitive, academic, emotional and behavioral functioning to understand your child‘s strengths and needs. I provide a written report with detailed recommendations and an in-depth feedback process to ensure that you, your child, and others who work with your child understand the results.
I also offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) via video, in-home, or in office.
During the testing and therapy process, I gather data regarding cognitive, academic, emotional and behavioral functioning to understand your child‘s strengths and needs. I provide a written report with detailed recommendations and an in-depth feedback process to ensure that you, your child, and others who work with your child understand the results.
Kelsey Motley (Book Instantly On Website)
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, MA, LPCC
1 Endorsed
Denver, CO 80227
I'm so glad you're considering working with me. As your counselor, I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where your healing journey is honored, and I guide you toward personal growth. My approach is collaborative, blending various modalities and tools customized to meet your unique needs and goals.
Together, we will explore challenges, develop practical strategies, and build resilience.
I'm so glad you're considering working with me. As your counselor, I create a supportive, non-judgmental space where your healing journey is honored, and I guide you toward personal growth. My approach is collaborative, blending various modalities and tools customized to meet your unique needs and goals.
Together, we will explore challenges, develop practical strategies, and build resilience.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and the Gottman Method to inform my approaches.
I look forward to empowering clients to explore their strengths, heal from past experiences, gain deeper understanding of their emotions and thought patterns, develop healthy coping skills, and embrace positive change in their lives! I graduated with a BS in Human Development and Family Science in 2015 and completed my MSW in 2019. I began working as a therapist specializing in working with children and teens who had experienced trauma, often alongside their parents and guardians, to promote healing and change in themselves and within their family systems.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), Solution Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI), and the Gottman Method to inform my approaches.
I look forward to empowering clients to explore their strengths, heal from past experiences, gain deeper understanding of their emotions and thought patterns, develop healthy coping skills, and embrace positive change in their lives! I graduated with a BS in Human Development and Family Science in 2015 and completed my MSW in 2019. I began working as a therapist specializing in working with children and teens who had experienced trauma, often alongside their parents and guardians, to promote healing and change in themselves and within their family systems.
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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.