Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in 06473
Dr. Justin Scott
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, LMFTA, BCBA
Verified Verified
North Haven, CT 06473
My name is Dr Justin Scott and I’m excited to hope you grow! I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families navigating a wide range of challenges. I am a former Special Education teacher with an MA in Special Education, an M.Ed in Learning and Technology, an M.S in Autism Studies, an MBA in Healthcare Management, an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy with a concentration in Systemic Sex Therapy, and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership with my Dissertation focusing on Parental Stress.
My name is Dr Justin Scott and I’m excited to hope you grow! I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist Associate with years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families navigating a wide range of challenges. I am a former Special Education teacher with an MA in Special Education, an M.Ed in Learning and Technology, an M.S in Autism Studies, an MBA in Healthcare Management, an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy with a concentration in Systemic Sex Therapy, and a Ph.D. in Educational Leadership with my Dissertation focusing on Parental Stress.
Sonia Oxendine
Master Social Work, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
North Haven, CT 06473 (Online Only)
We all need support, but sometime we need a different type of support that only a professional can help us with. Reaching out for help takes great amount of strength and courage. I am committed to working with you to reach your personal goals.
We all need support, but sometime we need a different type of support that only a professional can help us with. Reaching out for help takes great amount of strength and courage. I am committed to working with you to reach your personal goals.
The Center for Pediatric and Family Growth
PhD, BCBA
Verified Verified
North Haven, CT 06473
We are a full-service agency for families impacted by Autism, Disability, and relational challenges. We provide Applied Behavior Analysis services, Talk Therapy, as well as parental support and services. With over 15 years of experience, our staff can help you move beyond the challenges and stigmas of disability. We are welcoming, non-judgemental, and look to provide individual treatment and growth opportunities for all!
We are a full-service agency for families impacted by Autism, Disability, and relational challenges. We provide Applied Behavior Analysis services, Talk Therapy, as well as parental support and services. With over 15 years of experience, our staff can help you move beyond the challenges and stigmas of disability. We are welcoming, non-judgemental, and look to provide individual treatment and growth opportunities for all!
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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.