Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Ardmore, PA
Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a LCSW at Calm Mind Therapy. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and have experience providing counseling services in the school environment. I am also an EMDR trained therapist and specialize in working with individuals impacted by trauma. I am committed to providing a safe and affirming space for my clients to process, problem-solve, heal, and grow. My goal is to form a supportive and trusting relationship with each client, where they feel empowered to share their deepest struggles. I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients during difficult seasons.
Hi, my name is Emily, and I am a LCSW at Calm Mind Therapy. I specialize in working with children and adolescents, and have experience providing counseling services in the school environment. I am also an EMDR trained therapist and specialize in working with individuals impacted by trauma. I am committed to providing a safe and affirming space for my clients to process, problem-solve, heal, and grow. My goal is to form a supportive and trusting relationship with each client, where they feel empowered to share their deepest struggles. I consider it an honor to walk alongside my clients during difficult seasons.
Acknowledging that you’re in a space where you need support, either for yourself, your family or your child is an incredible achievement. The pull to go inward during times of stress is strong but seeking outside help shows strength and resiliency. Our emotions often feel complex and can create a trickle down effect causing us to struggle in other areas including relationships, parenting, work, communication patterns and more. I have a passion for working with young adults launching into society, moms navigating the transition into motherhood, and parents/families experiencing behavioral challenges with their children.
Acknowledging that you’re in a space where you need support, either for yourself, your family or your child is an incredible achievement. The pull to go inward during times of stress is strong but seeking outside help shows strength and resiliency. Our emotions often feel complex and can create a trickle down effect causing us to struggle in other areas including relationships, parenting, work, communication patterns and more. I have a passion for working with young adults launching into society, moms navigating the transition into motherhood, and parents/families experiencing behavioral challenges with their children.
I have been providing therapy for children and families for over a decade after graduating from Bryn Mawr College of Social Work and Social Research. I am trauma informed and specialize in child development, attachment, mindful parenting, sensory integration, behavioral challenges, Autism, PDA, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, OCD and grief and loss.
I have been providing therapy for children and families for over a decade after graduating from Bryn Mawr College of Social Work and Social Research. I am trauma informed and specialize in child development, attachment, mindful parenting, sensory integration, behavioral challenges, Autism, PDA, Intellectual Disabilities, Learning Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression, ADD/ADHD, OCD and grief and loss.
We also specialize in Parent-Child Interactive Therapy.
I deeply believe in the power of the family. When you are facing disconnection, fighting with your family, or struggling with your relationships, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. But, there's so much to be hopeful for. At Thriving Families Center, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based therapy to help every member of your family heal and thrive. With an approach that focuses on helping each individual become their healthiest self and connect as a family unit, our team at Thriving Families can help you get where you need to be.
We also specialize in Parent-Child Interactive Therapy.
I deeply believe in the power of the family. When you are facing disconnection, fighting with your family, or struggling with your relationships, it can feel overwhelming and hopeless. But, there's so much to be hopeful for. At Thriving Families Center, we are dedicated to providing high-quality, evidence-based therapy to help every member of your family heal and thrive. With an approach that focuses on helping each individual become their healthiest self and connect as a family unit, our team at Thriving Families can help you get where you need to be.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and formally trained in both Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) and Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently serving adults, children, adolescents and families in Pennsylvania. I have more than 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan. While I consider a person-centered approach to be central to my practice, one of my specializations is in that of cognitive behavioral therapy. I have deep experience working with adults, adolescents and children with mood and anxiety challenges utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques, in addition to supporting those who have experienced trauma or other adverse life events.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and formally trained in both Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) and Parent Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently serving adults, children, adolescents and families in Pennsylvania. I have more than 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan. While I consider a person-centered approach to be central to my practice, one of my specializations is in that of cognitive behavioral therapy. I have deep experience working with adults, adolescents and children with mood and anxiety challenges utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques, in addition to supporting those who have experienced trauma or other adverse life events.
Welcome fellow warriors! As a therapist, a unique factor of supporting individuals, couples, and families is their lived experience. Each story is different from the next though all share the same characteristic, resilience. Through each journey, the hardships brought unbearable pain, though underneath, the foundation of resilience is building, preparing each for managing the next difficulty in life. Resilient. Your journey through life gives you this gift, and with my commitment to upholding an authentic, honest relationship, I will travel the road with you to find your resiliency.
Welcome fellow warriors! As a therapist, a unique factor of supporting individuals, couples, and families is their lived experience. Each story is different from the next though all share the same characteristic, resilience. Through each journey, the hardships brought unbearable pain, though underneath, the foundation of resilience is building, preparing each for managing the next difficulty in life. Resilient. Your journey through life gives you this gift, and with my commitment to upholding an authentic, honest relationship, I will travel the road with you to find your resiliency.
We all go through seasons when life feels overwhelming or too heavy to carry alone. In those moments, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference.
I offer a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. I’ll meet you with empathy, curiosity, and respect as we work through whatever you’re facing together.
Using a person-centered approach, I meet you where you are and support you in building confidence, gaining clarity, and healing at your pace and in a way that feels right for you.
We all go through seasons when life feels overwhelming or too heavy to carry alone. In those moments, having someone who truly listens can make all the difference.
I offer a safe, compassionate, and judgment-free space where you can show up exactly as you are. I’ll meet you with empathy, curiosity, and respect as we work through whatever you’re facing together.
Using a person-centered approach, I meet you where you are and support you in building confidence, gaining clarity, and healing at your pace and in a way that feels right for you.
She has certifications in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) as well as Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and as a result is able to support the child directly and the family system supporting the child.
Dr. Vahlsing is experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults. She has specialized interests in treating all types of anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, grief issues, college stress, trauma, and developmental concerns. By virtue of a diverse training background, Dr. Vahlsing utilizes a variety of treatment orientations in her approach to therapy designed to meet the specific needs of individuals or families seeking care, although she is grounded in a cognitive-behavioral framework.
She has certifications in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) as well as Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and as a result is able to support the child directly and the family system supporting the child.
Dr. Vahlsing is experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults. She has specialized interests in treating all types of anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, grief issues, college stress, trauma, and developmental concerns. By virtue of a diverse training background, Dr. Vahlsing utilizes a variety of treatment orientations in her approach to therapy designed to meet the specific needs of individuals or families seeking care, although she is grounded in a cognitive-behavioral framework.
I use evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, Parent-Child Interaction Training ( PCIT), & Habit Replacement Training.
It's hard to watch your child feel trapped by worries or rituals - or to feel that same sense of anxiety yourself and not know how to stop it. If you or your child are feeling overwhelmed by OCD, anxiety, gastrointestinal-related symptoms, or if you’re unsure what is causing you or your child’s struggles, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with children, teens, and adults to help them not only better understand what they’re experiencing and learn tools that make daily life feel more manageable and less distressing, but also be that compassionate, warm person for you too. Reach out today for a free phone consultation!
I use evidence-based treatment modalities, such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure & Response Prevention (ERP), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness, Parent-Child Interaction Training ( PCIT), & Habit Replacement Training.
It's hard to watch your child feel trapped by worries or rituals - or to feel that same sense of anxiety yourself and not know how to stop it. If you or your child are feeling overwhelmed by OCD, anxiety, gastrointestinal-related symptoms, or if you’re unsure what is causing you or your child’s struggles, you don’t have to navigate it alone. I work with children, teens, and adults to help them not only better understand what they’re experiencing and learn tools that make daily life feel more manageable and less distressing, but also be that compassionate, warm person for you too. Reach out today for a free phone consultation!
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“Sleep won’t help when it’s your soul that’s tired.” Have you ever faced moments in life where it seems like no one understands you? Perhaps you find yourself caught in a loop of meaninglessness, defeat, and imperfection, unsure of how to break free. Whether it's challenging interpersonal relationships, major life changes, struggles with self-identity, or feeling unable to function at your best, I'm here to help you discover answers and solutions in the safest space imaginable, offering unconditional support towards your personal goals and the pursuit of lasting happiness, peace, and fulfillment.
“Sleep won’t help when it’s your soul that’s tired.” Have you ever faced moments in life where it seems like no one understands you? Perhaps you find yourself caught in a loop of meaninglessness, defeat, and imperfection, unsure of how to break free. Whether it's challenging interpersonal relationships, major life changes, struggles with self-identity, or feeling unable to function at your best, I'm here to help you discover answers and solutions in the safest space imaginable, offering unconditional support towards your personal goals and the pursuit of lasting happiness, peace, and fulfillment.
Congrats on taking the first step toward creating meaningful change in your life! I believe the most fulfilling peace is the peace we build within ourselves, and I’m here to help you achieve that. I offer a supportive, client-centered approach where your voice, goals, and needs remain at the center of our work together. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and down-to-earth environment where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and validated. From our very first session, I want communication to feel natural and comfortable so we can build a strong connection and move at a pace that feels safe, empowering, and right for you.
Congrats on taking the first step toward creating meaningful change in your life! I believe the most fulfilling peace is the peace we build within ourselves, and I’m here to help you achieve that. I offer a supportive, client-centered approach where your voice, goals, and needs remain at the center of our work together. I strive to create a warm, welcoming, and down-to-earth environment where you feel genuinely heard, understood, and validated. From our very first session, I want communication to feel natural and comfortable so we can build a strong connection and move at a pace that feels safe, empowering, and right for you.
Collaboration in treatment is essential to yielding positive outcomes. My goal in working with you will be to identify your specific needs as it relates to your perception of a more productive life. Additionally I will ground the work in both ethical principles and appropriate psychological theory. Let us determine how I can best serve you. Are you searching for guidance with coping or need to begin to process a life altering event? I can aid you in obtaining the knowledge and skill set needed to progress. Together we will consider how to get you in the most desirable place- Wholeness.
Collaboration in treatment is essential to yielding positive outcomes. My goal in working with you will be to identify your specific needs as it relates to your perception of a more productive life. Additionally I will ground the work in both ethical principles and appropriate psychological theory. Let us determine how I can best serve you. Are you searching for guidance with coping or need to begin to process a life altering event? I can aid you in obtaining the knowledge and skill set needed to progress. Together we will consider how to get you in the most desirable place- Wholeness.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have experience in many challenging settings with a variety of age groups and cultures. I have provided individual and family counseling in outpatient clinics as well as school-based counseling for students k-12. I have worked in depth with children, adolescents, young adults as well as adults. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, ADHD, OCD, ODD, and ASD.
As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have experience in many challenging settings with a variety of age groups and cultures. I have provided individual and family counseling in outpatient clinics as well as school-based counseling for students k-12. I have worked in depth with children, adolescents, young adults as well as adults. I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, parenting issues, ADHD, OCD, ODD, and ASD.
We offer a full range of therapeutic services including CBT, DBT, PCIT, ACT, Play, and more.
Blackbird Health offers virtual and in-person mental health services for children and young adults in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey, with plans to expand to new states in 2026. Blackbird services include comprehensive evaluations and assessments, medication management, and a wide range of therapy services that look at how each child's brain, body, and behavior interact.
We have served more than 10,000 patients and have 170+ clinicians, including psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, child psychiatrists, therapists, and more; 85% of our patients see symptom improvement within 6–12 weeks—with fewer medications.
We offer a full range of therapeutic services including CBT, DBT, PCIT, ACT, Play, and more.
Blackbird Health offers virtual and in-person mental health services for children and young adults in Pennsylvania, Virginia, and New Jersey, with plans to expand to new states in 2026. Blackbird services include comprehensive evaluations and assessments, medication management, and a wide range of therapy services that look at how each child's brain, body, and behavior interact.
We have served more than 10,000 patients and have 170+ clinicians, including psychiatric mental health nurse practitioners, child psychiatrists, therapists, and more; 85% of our patients see symptom improvement within 6–12 weeks—with fewer medications.
Life can be difficult. Why go through it all alone? Are you struggling to find love and connection? Perhaps you are looking improve the relationship(s) you already have in your life - be it with with family, friends, significant others, and/or at work? Or, looking to let go of relationship(s) or patterns of relating to others that may be ineffective? Are you facing struggles related to intersections of your identity? Trying to find, or land that job that you are looking for? Feeling lost about how to hone in your personal strengths in order to live your best life? Let's talk about ways I could help.
Life can be difficult. Why go through it all alone? Are you struggling to find love and connection? Perhaps you are looking improve the relationship(s) you already have in your life - be it with with family, friends, significant others, and/or at work? Or, looking to let go of relationship(s) or patterns of relating to others that may be ineffective? Are you facing struggles related to intersections of your identity? Trying to find, or land that job that you are looking for? Feeling lost about how to hone in your personal strengths in order to live your best life? Let's talk about ways I could help.
My name is Rhonda Boyd, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of experience in the field. Throughout my career, I have specialized in family therapy, working closely with couples and individuals to foster understanding and healing in their relationships.
I approach treatment through a systems perspective, recognizing the intricate dynamics that influence each person's life. My areas of expertise include grief and loss, family systems, anxiety, depression, marital issues, and women's issues. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate their challenges and find meaningful solutions. I believe in cr
My name is Rhonda Boyd, and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 25 years of experience in the field. Throughout my career, I have specialized in family therapy, working closely with couples and individuals to foster understanding and healing in their relationships.
I approach treatment through a systems perspective, recognizing the intricate dynamics that influence each person's life. My areas of expertise include grief and loss, family systems, anxiety, depression, marital issues, and women's issues. I am passionate about helping my clients navigate their challenges and find meaningful solutions. I believe in cr
Transform your life. Stop the struggle. Manage your stress, grief, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. Discover love, hope, peace, and inner strengths and resources to achieve the life you desire and deserve.
Transform your life. Stop the struggle. Manage your stress, grief, anxiety, depression, loneliness and fear. Discover love, hope, peace, and inner strengths and resources to achieve the life you desire and deserve.
Hello! I'm Dr. Cheryl and I'm happy that you are looking for help for yourself. We all need helpers at times as we go through life. I usually meet people when they're navigating a rough path or wanting to understand more about themselves or needing better balance for all their life stuff or ready to rumble with the stuck stuff that keeps showing up. Compassion for ourselves and each other makes us human and is essential to finding our way. It is genuinely an honor to join with brave people on their paths to healing and change. I will show up present and connected with you as you start this maybe new and exciting part of your life.
Hello! I'm Dr. Cheryl and I'm happy that you are looking for help for yourself. We all need helpers at times as we go through life. I usually meet people when they're navigating a rough path or wanting to understand more about themselves or needing better balance for all their life stuff or ready to rumble with the stuck stuff that keeps showing up. Compassion for ourselves and each other makes us human and is essential to finding our way. It is genuinely an honor to join with brave people on their paths to healing and change. I will show up present and connected with you as you start this maybe new and exciting part of your life.
If you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed I want to thank you for searching here for help. Navigating through hardships - big or small - is difficult. I would love to be that support for you! Have you been searching for a non-judgmental space that is just for you? I'm so glad you made it here.
If you are feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed I want to thank you for searching here for help. Navigating through hardships - big or small - is difficult. I would love to be that support for you! Have you been searching for a non-judgmental space that is just for you? I'm so glad you made it here.
Over 35 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans & active duty
Over 35 years experience in the Human Services field: Marriage/Couples counseling, Separation Mediation, Multi-talent in Behavioral Health, Mental health Disorders, Substance abuse & Addiction disorders, and Co-occurring & Dual diagnosis disorders populations. Dedicated as a professional to ensure that the health and well being of the consumers are met and that each consumer receive the proper individualized treatment course of action with professional and ethical implementation. I also provide Tele-Therapy/Health sessions. I am also a Veteran of the Armed Forces "Army"..... And open to my brother & sister Veterans & active duty
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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.