Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Arkansas

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Elizabeth Chaisson
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
I have over 15 years experience treating problems such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma-related stress, relationship problems, parent-child relationship difficulties, and early childhood behavior problems.
I enjoy working with a wide range of populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have a particular passion for working with young people transitioning from adolescence into college through their emergence into young adulthood. I also find great reward in working with clients who have complex backgrounds with long histories of chronic psychological distress and relationship problems.
I have over 15 years experience treating problems such as depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma-related stress, relationship problems, parent-child relationship difficulties, and early childhood behavior problems.
I enjoy working with a wide range of populations, including children, adolescents, adults, and families. I have a particular passion for working with young people transitioning from adolescence into college through their emergence into young adulthood. I also find great reward in working with clients who have complex backgrounds with long histories of chronic psychological distress and relationship problems.
(479) 847-2205 View (479) 847-2205
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Daniel Hunt
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPC, CSAT, CMAT, BSP
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72207
Specialties are Sexual Addiction/Recovery, Marital Therapy, Parent-Child Issues, & Trauma Healing.
Video on website! When you come to therapy, you want something substantially different. You don’t want to pay for a sounding board; you want a therapist with the experience & training to dive deep into your story & bring you change. That is what I do. I use an experiential style of therapy that works well with people struggling with issues including addiction, affair recovery, trauma, abuse recovery, anxiety, attachment, spiritual growth, relational problems, and teens & their parents. I work hard to help people heal from painful wounds & problematic behaviors.
Specialties are Sexual Addiction/Recovery, Marital Therapy, Parent-Child Issues, & Trauma Healing.
Video on website! When you come to therapy, you want something substantially different. You don’t want to pay for a sounding board; you want a therapist with the experience & training to dive deep into your story & bring you change. That is what I do. I use an experiential style of therapy that works well with people struggling with issues including addiction, affair recovery, trauma, abuse recovery, anxiety, attachment, spiritual growth, relational problems, and teens & their parents. I work hard to help people heal from painful wounds & problematic behaviors.
(501) 214-5350 View (501) 214-5350
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Secure Foundation Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jonesboro, AR 72401
In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Registered Play Therapist and certified in Parent Child Interactions Therapy (PCIT).
Life can be hard at times. Periods of depression, anxiety, and even self doubt can cause you to feel that your foundation is unstable. It is possible for you to stand on a SECURE FOUNDATION! Therapy is simply me walking alongside you, helping you get where you desire to be. I will offer support and empathy along the way. During our sessions I will use my professional experience and training to ensure that you achieve your desired goals. We will be committed to your well-being, growth, and self development every step of the way. We also offer couple and family therapy to help create a healthy family unit.
In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I am a Registered Play Therapist and certified in Parent Child Interactions Therapy (PCIT).
Life can be hard at times. Periods of depression, anxiety, and even self doubt can cause you to feel that your foundation is unstable. It is possible for you to stand on a SECURE FOUNDATION! Therapy is simply me walking alongside you, helping you get where you desire to be. I will offer support and empathy along the way. During our sessions I will use my professional experience and training to ensure that you achieve your desired goals. We will be committed to your well-being, growth, and self development every step of the way. We also offer couple and family therapy to help create a healthy family unit.
(870) 259-5224 View (870) 259-5224
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Shalae Hesselbein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sherwood, AR 72120
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in the following therapy models: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My background has allowed me to work with a diverse range of needs, but traumatic stress is my primary focus. When working with children, I implement a child-centered and family-focused approach to help the child heal but also to support caregivers and to help the family grow closer together through the healing process. I also enjoy working with couples who want to learn together and grow closer. I am affirmative of LGBTQ and cultural minority clients. I fully embrace the opportunity to contribute towards societal change that is long overdue.
I am trained in the following therapy models: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I have extensive training and experience working with children, adolescents and adults. My background has allowed me to work with a diverse range of needs, but traumatic stress is my primary focus. When working with children, I implement a child-centered and family-focused approach to help the child heal but also to support caregivers and to help the family grow closer together through the healing process. I also enjoy working with couples who want to learn together and grow closer. I am affirmative of LGBTQ and cultural minority clients. I fully embrace the opportunity to contribute towards societal change that is long overdue.
(501) 289-3533 View (501) 289-3533
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Jennifer Heard
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I love working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, adjusting to life changes, and trauma/PTSD. I work with clients to create goals appropriate for them. My clients sometimes need coping skills, trauma therapy, or an extra ear to process life stressors. My goal is to be nonjudgmental and down to earth to help you in the best way possible. I believe that people in all ages and stages of life can benefit from therapy.
I have experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, Child Parent Psychotherapy, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I love working with clients experiencing depression, anxiety, adjusting to life changes, and trauma/PTSD. I work with clients to create goals appropriate for them. My clients sometimes need coping skills, trauma therapy, or an extra ear to process life stressors. My goal is to be nonjudgmental and down to earth to help you in the best way possible. I believe that people in all ages and stages of life can benefit from therapy.
(501) 645-8905 View (501) 645-8905
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Lauren Watts
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72032
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and am trained in EMDR.
In need of a safe space to just “be?” Come on in. We all have times in our lives in which we feel lost, anxious, depressed, angry, scared, grief stricken, etc. Many of us go through traumatic experiences and loss in our lifetime. I believe therapy is for everybody at some point in their life for these reasons. Feeling supported by a therapist who will walk alongside you on your journey of healing in a judgment free environment can be invaluable.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and am trained in EMDR.
In need of a safe space to just “be?” Come on in. We all have times in our lives in which we feel lost, anxious, depressed, angry, scared, grief stricken, etc. Many of us go through traumatic experiences and loss in our lifetime. I believe therapy is for everybody at some point in their life for these reasons. Feeling supported by a therapist who will walk alongside you on your journey of healing in a judgment free environment can be invaluable.
(501) 474-6708 View (501) 474-6708
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Brittany R Anders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Paragould, AR 72450
I am certified in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (ages 0-6 years), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (ages 2-7 years), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ages 4-15 years), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (mature adolescents and adults).
I agree with Nate Postlethwait: “We need to stop telling people how they are supposed to feel about things that were never supposed to happen to them.” I help families of small children struggling with trauma-response symptoms or other disruptive behaviors to regain trust, stability, and alliance within the family. I also help women struggling to overcome the effects of childhood trauma to gain self-regulation skills and improve self-esteem.
I am certified in Child-Parent Psychotherapy (ages 0-6 years), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (ages 2-7 years), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (ages 4-15 years), and Cognitive Processing Therapy (mature adolescents and adults).
I agree with Nate Postlethwait: “We need to stop telling people how they are supposed to feel about things that were never supposed to happen to them.” I help families of small children struggling with trauma-response symptoms or other disruptive behaviors to regain trust, stability, and alliance within the family. I also help women struggling to overcome the effects of childhood trauma to gain self-regulation skills and improve self-esteem.
(870) 205-5555 View (870) 205-5555
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Lauren Horlick
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Fayetteville, AR 72701
Lauren believes that early intervention and therapeutic support during early childhood helps foster resilience, decreases behavioral concerns, and strengthens the parent-child relationship.
Lauren is passionate about mental health and counseling. She believes that the counseling process should be enjoyable, and that a client-centered approach and individualization is key to therapeutic growth. Lauren has helped adults, children & families learn to cope and grow through various life changes and difficulties. Lauren places importance on creating a judgement-free atmosphere, and holding space in which you can safely and openly share and explore thoughts and feelings.
Lauren believes that early intervention and therapeutic support during early childhood helps foster resilience, decreases behavioral concerns, and strengthens the parent-child relationship.
Lauren is passionate about mental health and counseling. She believes that the counseling process should be enjoyable, and that a client-centered approach and individualization is key to therapeutic growth. Lauren has helped adults, children & families learn to cope and grow through various life changes and difficulties. Lauren places importance on creating a judgement-free atmosphere, and holding space in which you can safely and openly share and explore thoughts and feelings.
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Kristy Staton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Bono, AR 72416  (Online Only)
I am also Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) certified, allowing me to help parents better understand and communicate with their children as well as learn techniques to manage their behaviors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and relationship distress. I work hard to make you as comfortable as possible in a therapeutic atmosphere focused on your goals and growth. My style is relaxed and compassionate, and I fully invest in providing a judgment-free environment to all clients. I’m an objective listening ear and believe that with the right support, feedback and encouragement, all clients are able to walk away better than when they arrived. Reach out to me and let’s set up a time to meet one another and take it, one step at a time.
I am also Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) certified, allowing me to help parents better understand and communicate with their children as well as learn techniques to manage their behaviors.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 14 years of experience with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction and relationship distress. I work hard to make you as comfortable as possible in a therapeutic atmosphere focused on your goals and growth. My style is relaxed and compassionate, and I fully invest in providing a judgment-free environment to all clients. I’m an objective listening ear and believe that with the right support, feedback and encouragement, all clients are able to walk away better than when they arrived. Reach out to me and let’s set up a time to meet one another and take it, one step at a time.
(501) 200-4715 View (501) 200-4715
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Conway Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
PhD
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72034
Conway Counseling & Wellness Center is a group private practice of practitioners with specialties in mental health and wellness including psychiatry. Our treatment is holistic and incorporates traditional counseling with wellness services such as art therapy, yoga therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and massage. A client with anxiety could benefit from individual counseling, family therapy, yoga, and massage. Another client working to minimize an addiction could receive individual and group counseling, yoga for 12 step recovery, and hypnotherapy. By offering a range of services we can customize treatment.
Conway Counseling & Wellness Center is a group private practice of practitioners with specialties in mental health and wellness including psychiatry. Our treatment is holistic and incorporates traditional counseling with wellness services such as art therapy, yoga therapy, hypnotherapy, mindfulness, and massage. A client with anxiety could benefit from individual counseling, family therapy, yoga, and massage. Another client working to minimize an addiction could receive individual and group counseling, yoga for 12 step recovery, and hypnotherapy. By offering a range of services we can customize treatment.
(501) 238-6523 View (501) 238-6523
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Susan Millerd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Life is a journey and does not come with a manual. I enjoy working with people of any age, sex, race, cultural, religious, gender identity, and socioeconomic background who are committed to improving their lives and are willing to engage in the process of change. Someone who shows up and does the work. I have much experience in helping people make lifestyle changes that involve not just leaving the problem behaviors and feelings behind, but also understanding triggers, being aware of their presence, changing their thinking, and eventually their choices.
Life is a journey and does not come with a manual. I enjoy working with people of any age, sex, race, cultural, religious, gender identity, and socioeconomic background who are committed to improving their lives and are willing to engage in the process of change. Someone who shows up and does the work. I have much experience in helping people make lifestyle changes that involve not just leaving the problem behaviors and feelings behind, but also understanding triggers, being aware of their presence, changing their thinking, and eventually their choices.
(501) 430-4890 View (501) 430-4890
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Wellspring Renewal Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72205
To that one soul reading this, I know you're tired. You're fed up. You're so close to breaking, but there's hope and strength within you. You deserve a happier, healthier life, and you can have it. I have years of experience and success helping my clients break out of unhealthy patterns to feel more empowered and strong. I provide empathy, compassion, and offer a supportive, safe, judgement free environment where all are welcome. I am skilled in, and use a variety of evidence based treatment modalities to tailor each client's care individually.
To that one soul reading this, I know you're tired. You're fed up. You're so close to breaking, but there's hope and strength within you. You deserve a happier, healthier life, and you can have it. I have years of experience and success helping my clients break out of unhealthy patterns to feel more empowered and strong. I provide empathy, compassion, and offer a supportive, safe, judgement free environment where all are welcome. I am skilled in, and use a variety of evidence based treatment modalities to tailor each client's care individually.
(501) 238-6613 View (501) 238-6613
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Cody A Willis
Counselor, MSMFT, TAC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Are you hanging on by a thread? I love helping people reach their goals as parents, spouses, or individuals. You can have you ideal life. I work with adults and teens experiencing depression, anxiety, or lack of direction in life; parents seeking relationships that work with their children; couples wanting to repair and grow their relationship; and help managing anger or resolving trauma. I have a knack for motivating young people to their purpose and developing action steps to move forward. I am also a certified Technology Assisted/Distance Based Counselor. We can work together over video chat, phone call or text based sessions.
Are you hanging on by a thread? I love helping people reach their goals as parents, spouses, or individuals. You can have you ideal life. I work with adults and teens experiencing depression, anxiety, or lack of direction in life; parents seeking relationships that work with their children; couples wanting to repair and grow their relationship; and help managing anger or resolving trauma. I have a knack for motivating young people to their purpose and developing action steps to move forward. I am also a certified Technology Assisted/Distance Based Counselor. We can work together over video chat, phone call or text based sessions.
(501) 859-6249 View (501) 859-6249
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Kelsey Fink
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, EMDR-C, BSP
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72211
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that everyone has the ability to heal from trauma, and experience the beauty of personal growth from difficult life experiences. When we experience trauma and/or chronic stress, we often become disconnected from ourselves, from others, and from the world around us. Our work together can help you reconnect to yourself, improve interpersonal relationships and learn to be present in the moment. My goal is to help you become more resilient, so that you feel comfortable enough to process your past, and confident enough to navigate difficult life events.
I believe that everyone has the ability to heal from trauma, and experience the beauty of personal growth from difficult life experiences. When we experience trauma and/or chronic stress, we often become disconnected from ourselves, from others, and from the world around us. Our work together can help you reconnect to yourself, improve interpersonal relationships and learn to be present in the moment. My goal is to help you become more resilient, so that you feel comfortable enough to process your past, and confident enough to navigate difficult life events.
(501) 200-4601 View (501) 200-4601
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Laura B Horton
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Conway, AR 72032
I am a Licensed Psychologist and work with children, teens, families, and young adults. I specialize in issues related to anxiety, depression, impulsivity, developmental concerns, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and life transitions.
I am a Licensed Psychologist and work with children, teens, families, and young adults. I specialize in issues related to anxiety, depression, impulsivity, developmental concerns, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, and life transitions.
(501) 790-4111 View (501) 790-4111
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Monica Esperanza Vallejo
Counselor, Monica , LAC
Verified Verified
Rogers, AR 72758
As a Latina woman in Northwest Arkansas I have often struggled with identity. Constantly navigating between cultures can be detrimental to our self identity. This "otherness" often leads to anxiety and depression that seems inescapable. Learning to own all parts of ones self is crucial to mental wellbeing and to understanding the self. Or maybe you struggle with other issues like anxiety, depression, or ADHD (to name a few) and you don't feel like you have a community who understands how difficult that can be on your mental health.
As a Latina woman in Northwest Arkansas I have often struggled with identity. Constantly navigating between cultures can be detrimental to our self identity. This "otherness" often leads to anxiety and depression that seems inescapable. Learning to own all parts of ones self is crucial to mental wellbeing and to understanding the self. Or maybe you struggle with other issues like anxiety, depression, or ADHD (to name a few) and you don't feel like you have a community who understands how difficult that can be on your mental health.
(479) 315-6038 View (479) 315-6038
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Christina Felker
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmington, AR 72730
Are you looking for a safe space to do some serious healing? Are you feeling "stuck" and need a safe place to get "unstuck"? Christina aims to create a safe space for anyone who enters. She has had experience working with teens, adults, and families through a variety of struggles. She believes that therapy is a place to process loss, and to find growth. Life can be hard, and it is Christina's goal to sit with you in a non-judgmental empathetic manner to allow you to designate what areas you would like to grow in. She believes that you have the ability to grow and get to the point where you can thrive.
Are you looking for a safe space to do some serious healing? Are you feeling "stuck" and need a safe place to get "unstuck"? Christina aims to create a safe space for anyone who enters. She has had experience working with teens, adults, and families through a variety of struggles. She believes that therapy is a place to process loss, and to find growth. Life can be hard, and it is Christina's goal to sit with you in a non-judgmental empathetic manner to allow you to designate what areas you would like to grow in. She believes that you have the ability to grow and get to the point where you can thrive.
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Tenethrea Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Rock, AR 72204  (Online Only)
Do you ever just feel stuck? You know you want change but anxiety, depression or life struggles and transitions weigh you down. Do you struggle with imposter syndrome which causes you to not go after your goals. Maybe your relationship is the issue, and you or your partner are having a hard time communicating and getting on the same page. You need a skilled professional to provide a safe environment for you to work through your thoughts and feelings and provide a different perspective as you navigate through these struggles. You want and need psychological and practical skills to help you address these issues .
Do you ever just feel stuck? You know you want change but anxiety, depression or life struggles and transitions weigh you down. Do you struggle with imposter syndrome which causes you to not go after your goals. Maybe your relationship is the issue, and you or your partner are having a hard time communicating and getting on the same page. You need a skilled professional to provide a safe environment for you to work through your thoughts and feelings and provide a different perspective as you navigate through these struggles. You want and need psychological and practical skills to help you address these issues .
(501) 430-4769 View (501) 430-4769
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Integrated Psych Solutions
Psychologist, PsyD, MPA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Rock, AR 72205
Behavior change is applicable to everyone, not just those with psychological distress. I specialize in behavior change and communication. I offer direct, compassionate feedback, problem solving, and a fair evaluation of the circumstances.
Behavior change is applicable to everyone, not just those with psychological distress. I specialize in behavior change and communication. I offer direct, compassionate feedback, problem solving, and a fair evaluation of the circumstances.
(501) 881-2060 View (501) 881-2060
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Heather Bixler
Counselor, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hot Springs, AR 71901
Are you feeling broken, empty, detached, misunderstood, edgy, or depressed? Are relationship issues, uncontrollable thoughts, feelings, or behaviors overwhelming you? Don't be alone in your struggles. Connect with a caring and empathetic therapist. Join with me as we work together to discover who you are, what you want to accomplish in therapy, and we set out to achieve your goals.
Are you feeling broken, empty, detached, misunderstood, edgy, or depressed? Are relationship issues, uncontrollable thoughts, feelings, or behaviors overwhelming you? Don't be alone in your struggles. Connect with a caring and empathetic therapist. Join with me as we work together to discover who you are, what you want to accomplish in therapy, and we set out to achieve your goals.
(501) 430-3129 View (501) 430-3129
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.