Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Capistrano Beach, CA

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Lorraine Swineford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Capistrano Beach, CA 92624
Hi, yes, there are a lot of therapists to choose from. but for the moment, you and I have landed in the same space! If your looking for what makes me different, I've been around a few years and have been through a lot. I get it. I am also trained as a trauma therapist and have a specialized training in couples therapy. I work with families, individuals, couples and children. My only goal is help you feel better, I do that through holding space for you during the hard stuff, I will help you get through it. I am warm and kind, but I will tell it like it is when you need to hear it.
Hi, yes, there are a lot of therapists to choose from. but for the moment, you and I have landed in the same space! If your looking for what makes me different, I've been around a few years and have been through a lot. I get it. I am also trained as a trauma therapist and have a specialized training in couples therapy. I work with families, individuals, couples and children. My only goal is help you feel better, I do that through holding space for you during the hard stuff, I will help you get through it. I am warm and kind, but I will tell it like it is when you need to hear it.
(760) 313-6234 View (760) 313-6234

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Erika Mora
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mission Viejo, CA 92675  (Online Only)
Welcome to my profile! I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist licensed in California and Texas. I have over 12 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to children, college students and adult individuals. I provide a variety of services from supporting parent-child relationships to treatment focused on trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is that at the end of treatment my clients have a better understanding of their emotions, their strengths, skills to manage hard emotions/situations and feel empowered. In addition, I enjoy integrating culture and each person specific values into the therapeutic work.
Welcome to my profile! I am a bilingual English/Spanish therapist licensed in California and Texas. I have over 12 years of experience providing individual and family therapy to children, college students and adult individuals. I provide a variety of services from supporting parent-child relationships to treatment focused on trauma, anxiety and depression. My hope is that at the end of treatment my clients have a better understanding of their emotions, their strengths, skills to manage hard emotions/situations and feel empowered. In addition, I enjoy integrating culture and each person specific values into the therapeutic work.
(626) 669-4384 View (626) 669-4384
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Chris Palumbo
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Beach, CA 92607  (Online Only)
Life Issues; Stress, Anxiety and Depression; Parent-Child Conflicts; Grief; Premarital counseling; Separation/Divorce; Self-esteem; Anger Management; Abuses; Coping Skills; Burnout; Chronic Pain; Aging; Life Transitions; Social Anxiety; Bullying; Relationships in a multi-cultural family; Cultural assimilation; Co-Dependency; Self-Image; Therapeutic Coaching.
Chris Palumbo tailors her practice to fit individual needs. Chris has more than 39 years of experience working as a Therapeutic Coach Worldwide. Chris works with groups, individuals and families to develop tools, techniques and life management skills tailored to their desired needs. Individuals learn how to overcome what they have been struggling with for years from home, school to the workplace. Chris' practice, as a Southern California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist works with clients from childhood to seniors as she works to provide them with the expert care to overcome a variety of life’s issues. Accepting New Clients!
Life Issues; Stress, Anxiety and Depression; Parent-Child Conflicts; Grief; Premarital counseling; Separation/Divorce; Self-esteem; Anger Management; Abuses; Coping Skills; Burnout; Chronic Pain; Aging; Life Transitions; Social Anxiety; Bullying; Relationships in a multi-cultural family; Cultural assimilation; Co-Dependency; Self-Image; Therapeutic Coaching.
Chris Palumbo tailors her practice to fit individual needs. Chris has more than 39 years of experience working as a Therapeutic Coach Worldwide. Chris works with groups, individuals and families to develop tools, techniques and life management skills tailored to their desired needs. Individuals learn how to overcome what they have been struggling with for years from home, school to the workplace. Chris' practice, as a Southern California Associate Marriage and Family Therapist works with clients from childhood to seniors as she works to provide them with the expert care to overcome a variety of life’s issues. Accepting New Clients!
(949) 979-6487 View (949) 979-6487
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Mary C Pratt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92675
I have special training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years. I love helping individuals and families feel more competent and happy. Whether it is an issue with your preschooler or communication problems with your teenager, I can help find a solution that everyone can live with.
I have special training in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years. I love helping individuals and families feel more competent and happy. Whether it is an issue with your preschooler or communication problems with your teenager, I can help find a solution that everyone can live with.
(949) 485-4563 View (949) 485-4563
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Dr. Isaac Y Taitz
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92607
Waitlist for new clients
For child ADHD, separation anxiety, & oppositional defiance, I use Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (boost your parenting skills & hook your kids on your praise).
If you are having trouble sleeping or emotionally managing life’s stressors or even your children’s challenging emotions and behaviors, I would like to help you and yours return to healthy functioning. I treat patients struggling with depression, anxiety (COVID and otherwise), inattention, impulsivity, pain, concussion, bereavement, relationships, obsessive-compulsive, and autism spectrum behaviors. My past PhD training through Palo Alto University was spent every day helping adults and children achieve better sleep and mental health, I am passionate about this work and would love to share my skills with you and yours.
For child ADHD, separation anxiety, & oppositional defiance, I use Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (boost your parenting skills & hook your kids on your praise).
If you are having trouble sleeping or emotionally managing life’s stressors or even your children’s challenging emotions and behaviors, I would like to help you and yours return to healthy functioning. I treat patients struggling with depression, anxiety (COVID and otherwise), inattention, impulsivity, pain, concussion, bereavement, relationships, obsessive-compulsive, and autism spectrum behaviors. My past PhD training through Palo Alto University was spent every day helping adults and children achieve better sleep and mental health, I am passionate about this work and would love to share my skills with you and yours.
(949) 522-7500 View (949) 522-7500
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PCIT Institute of Southern California
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92637
Over 30 published studies have documented the superiority of PCIT over other methods.
Is your child controlling your household with their demands, tantrums and power struggles? Are you feeling exhausted, out of control and defeated? Are you embarrassed in public and afraid that people see your child's behavior as your failure? Are you tired of fighting, struggling, and trying so hard, but getting nowhere?
Over 30 published studies have documented the superiority of PCIT over other methods.
Is your child controlling your household with their demands, tantrums and power struggles? Are you feeling exhausted, out of control and defeated? Are you embarrassed in public and afraid that people see your child's behavior as your failure? Are you tired of fighting, struggling, and trying so hard, but getting nowhere?
(949) 482-4367 View (949) 482-4367
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Terapia en Español
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656  (Online Only)
Hola, Mi nombre es Sofía Alonso, LMFT y APCC. He trabajado con niños, adolescentes, familias, parejas e individuos en diferentes entornos y países. Amo mi trabajo y me comprometo con todos mis pacientes en su proceso terapéutico, estoy ahí cuando más me necesitan. Quiero que experimente cómo la terapia le ayuda a mejorar y alcanzar sus metas. Tengo formación en diferentes áreas donde podrá elegir y decidir qué es lo mejor para usted, ya que usted es el experto en su vida donde la terapia le ayudará a identificar y aclarar situaciones que puedan interrumpir o perturbar su rutina diaria.
Hola, Mi nombre es Sofía Alonso, LMFT y APCC. He trabajado con niños, adolescentes, familias, parejas e individuos en diferentes entornos y países. Amo mi trabajo y me comprometo con todos mis pacientes en su proceso terapéutico, estoy ahí cuando más me necesitan. Quiero que experimente cómo la terapia le ayuda a mejorar y alcanzar sus metas. Tengo formación en diferentes áreas donde podrá elegir y decidir qué es lo mejor para usted, ya que usted es el experto en su vida donde la terapia le ayudará a identificar y aclarar situaciones que puedan interrumpir o perturbar su rutina diaria.
(949) 229-4801 View (949) 229-4801
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Honorary Godparent
MA, LSC, RMT
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92673
If you or someone you love identifies as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or neuro-divergent then I am happy we found each other! As a previous nurse assistant, teacher (toddler-12th grade) and childcare director, I have spent over a decade immersed in hands-on research to better study effective evidence based approaches for treating children and their support systems. I use these approaches eclectically to help clients and their families with sensory regulation, behavioral issues, and counsel the client's entire support system to bring balance.
If you or someone you love identifies as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP) or neuro-divergent then I am happy we found each other! As a previous nurse assistant, teacher (toddler-12th grade) and childcare director, I have spent over a decade immersed in hands-on research to better study effective evidence based approaches for treating children and their support systems. I use these approaches eclectically to help clients and their families with sensory regulation, behavioral issues, and counsel the client's entire support system to bring balance.
(949) 328-5737 View (949) 328-5737
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Cornell Custody Solutions
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Aliso Viejo, CA 92656
Cornell Custody Solutions works with families dealing with divorce and custody related issues. CCS was founded by Dr. Nelson de Ramirez. The same founder of OC Kids Therapy. We provide individual, reunification, co-parenting and mediation that is focused on getting results.
Cornell Custody Solutions works with families dealing with divorce and custody related issues. CCS was founded by Dr. Nelson de Ramirez. The same founder of OC Kids Therapy. We provide individual, reunification, co-parenting and mediation that is focused on getting results.
(949) 763-4390 View (949) 763-4390
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Mitra Golriz Counseling & Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677  (Online Only)
Certified in DBT and EMDR providing individual and group therapy to help with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, self destructive behaviors, childhood trauma, that is impacting your adult life. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods including Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused therapy, Trauma focused, and CBD.
Certified in DBT and EMDR providing individual and group therapy to help with symptoms related to anxiety, depression, PTSD, self destructive behaviors, childhood trauma, that is impacting your adult life. Therapy is not a one-size-fits-all, let me assess what is going on for you and learn about the areas of stress in your life. I use a variety of methods including Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused therapy, Trauma focused, and CBD.
(949) 429-4683 View (949) 429-4683
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Harmony Rousseau
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Hills, CA 92637  (Online Only)
I am a strength-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist—one who believes we each have the inner resources we need to be successful and happy in our lives. During our life journeys, many of us may need assistance with finding and/or highlighting our inner strengths so we can breakthrough our struggles, whether they be past traumas, family patterns/dynamics, relationship/attachment issues or a simple and current need for change. My hope is to help my clients build on their strengths, pinpoint their patterns, rewrite their stories, and find their way back to the positive aspects of life they deserve to experience.
I am a strength-based Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist—one who believes we each have the inner resources we need to be successful and happy in our lives. During our life journeys, many of us may need assistance with finding and/or highlighting our inner strengths so we can breakthrough our struggles, whether they be past traumas, family patterns/dynamics, relationship/attachment issues or a simple and current need for change. My hope is to help my clients build on their strengths, pinpoint their patterns, rewrite their stories, and find their way back to the positive aspects of life they deserve to experience.
(415) 687-4216 View (415) 687-4216
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Taube Levitt
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ladera Ranch, CA 92694
I'm a licensed Marriage Family Therapist with 25 years of experience. I offer individual, family, and marital counseling. I am Certified in EMDR and Grief Counseling and working towards my Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certification. I specialize in trauma, grief, relationships, depression, anxiety, children, adolescents, and bipolar disorders.
I'm a licensed Marriage Family Therapist with 25 years of experience. I offer individual, family, and marital counseling. I am Certified in EMDR and Grief Counseling and working towards my Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) Certification. I specialize in trauma, grief, relationships, depression, anxiety, children, adolescents, and bipolar disorders.
(657) 306-5872 View (657) 306-5872
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Darlene Violas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Laguna Beach, CA 92651
With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults, focusing on behavioral issues, autism, parent management training, anxiety disorders, depression, divorce, and reunification. Utilizing various therapy modalities, I am committed to providing effective and evidence-based treatment. I am particularly passionate about helping individuals navigate through their challenges and witnessing their personal growth.
With over 14 years of experience, I specialize in working with children, teens, and adults, focusing on behavioral issues, autism, parent management training, anxiety disorders, depression, divorce, and reunification. Utilizing various therapy modalities, I am committed to providing effective and evidence-based treatment. I am particularly passionate about helping individuals navigate through their challenges and witnessing their personal growth.
(949) 541-0272 View (949) 541-0272
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Dr. Regine V Muradian
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92672
Are you feeling unfulfilled in work, or relationships? Do you have trouble sleeping, focusing or completing tasks? Are you having a hard time with your child's/teen's behavior? My name is Dr. Regine Muradian, and I have been practicing for the last 15 years. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and expert working with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD Testing and Executive Functioning related issues for children, adolescents, families and adults. We often face many internal conflicts holding us back and I'm here to help you achieve your goals and bring positive change. I use a solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy approach.
Are you feeling unfulfilled in work, or relationships? Do you have trouble sleeping, focusing or completing tasks? Are you having a hard time with your child's/teen's behavior? My name is Dr. Regine Muradian, and I have been practicing for the last 15 years. I'm a Clinical Psychologist and expert working with anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD Testing and Executive Functioning related issues for children, adolescents, families and adults. We often face many internal conflicts holding us back and I'm here to help you achieve your goals and bring positive change. I use a solution focused and cognitive behavioral therapy approach.
(818) 964-0420 View (818) 964-0420
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Jason K Baker
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Laguna Beach, CA 92607
B.A., Psychology: UCLA; Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Penn State University; Internship: UCLA Semel Institute. Fenning & Baker Psychology is dedicated to providing empirically-based psychological assessment, consultation, and treatment services in an inclusive and welcoming environment. We specialize in child, family, and young adult clinical psychology, with particular expertise in: 1. Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability and developmental delay 2. Anxiety and related difficulties 3. Behavioral challenges and emotion regulation issues 4. Parenting support and family therapy
B.A., Psychology: UCLA; Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, Penn State University; Internship: UCLA Semel Institute. Fenning & Baker Psychology is dedicated to providing empirically-based psychological assessment, consultation, and treatment services in an inclusive and welcoming environment. We specialize in child, family, and young adult clinical psychology, with particular expertise in: 1. Neurodevelopmental Disorders: ASD, ADHD, intellectual disability and developmental delay 2. Anxiety and related difficulties 3. Behavioral challenges and emotion regulation issues 4. Parenting support and family therapy
(949) 978-0375 View (949) 978-0375
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Catherine Kelce
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92607  (Online Only)
THE Motherload: what I call the mental load of motherhood. This is what is consuming your thoughts day and night. You are the person responsible for keeping your family’s lives together. There is a never-ending to do list that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and burnt-out. You want to be the happy, engaged parent but often feel irritated and angry. There's no time for self-care and “me time” is going to the bathroom without a kid hanging onto your leg. You are struggling to find any joy in parenthood and yearn for a break. On top of it all you feel like a failure for not being able to handle it all and guilty for feeling this way.
THE Motherload: what I call the mental load of motherhood. This is what is consuming your thoughts day and night. You are the person responsible for keeping your family’s lives together. There is a never-ending to do list that leaves you feeling overwhelmed and burnt-out. You want to be the happy, engaged parent but often feel irritated and angry. There's no time for self-care and “me time” is going to the bathroom without a kid hanging onto your leg. You are struggling to find any joy in parenthood and yearn for a break. On top of it all you feel like a failure for not being able to handle it all and guilty for feeling this way.
(657) 366-5771 View (657) 366-5771
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Ruthann London
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Mission Viejo, CA 92691
Ruthann London is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1987. Ruthann helps clients tap into their resources creatively, by thinking out of the box. She helps clients who do not feel motivated in their daily lives because of anxiety, depression, and post trauma. Outside of work, Ruthann enjoys baking, dancing and loves trying new restaurants! She enjoys mystery novels and legal thrillers with a good cup of coffee.
Ruthann London is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California who has been practicing since 1987. Ruthann helps clients tap into their resources creatively, by thinking out of the box. She helps clients who do not feel motivated in their daily lives because of anxiety, depression, and post trauma. Outside of work, Ruthann enjoys baking, dancing and loves trying new restaurants! She enjoys mystery novels and legal thrillers with a good cup of coffee.
(949) 739-8829 View (949) 739-8829
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Rosanna Salazar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Clemente, CA 92672
Hi, I’m Rosanna Salazar, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My practice is trauma-informed, culturally centered, and relationship-oriented. I support healing and growth for people of all ages who may experience stress, transitions, anxiety or depression through telehealth and mental wellness. Stressors that come with life experiences, such as transitions, relationship struggles, racial/cultural trauma, infertility/parenting, and work/life balance can make you feel stretched or unable to cope with it all.
Hi, I’m Rosanna Salazar, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My practice is trauma-informed, culturally centered, and relationship-oriented. I support healing and growth for people of all ages who may experience stress, transitions, anxiety or depression through telehealth and mental wellness. Stressors that come with life experiences, such as transitions, relationship struggles, racial/cultural trauma, infertility/parenting, and work/life balance can make you feel stretched or unable to cope with it all.
(657) 837-3372 View (657) 837-3372
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Janel Guinane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Laguna Niguel, CA 92677
My career in the helping professions started in 1997 at a residential program in San Francisco working with adults with substance use issues and co-occurring mental health disorders. This launched a long road of determination to attain a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work in 2008 and then a Master’s in Social Work in 2010. I obtained my Clinical License in 2015. Throughout my educational years and afterward, I worked with many different populations such as children, teens, TAY, former foster youth, homeless youth, adults with mental illness, homeless adults, and those arrested for alcohol and/or drug related offenses.
My career in the helping professions started in 1997 at a residential program in San Francisco working with adults with substance use issues and co-occurring mental health disorders. This launched a long road of determination to attain a Bachelor’s degree in Social Work in 2008 and then a Master’s in Social Work in 2010. I obtained my Clinical License in 2015. Throughout my educational years and afterward, I worked with many different populations such as children, teens, TAY, former foster youth, homeless youth, adults with mental illness, homeless adults, and those arrested for alcohol and/or drug related offenses.
(909) 675-0160 View (909) 675-0160
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Selena Rose Emond
PhD, BCBA-D
Verified Verified
Dana Point, CA 92629
If you are having parenting challenges, behavior issues, a child with Autism or other developmental delays please contact me. I can help. We provide one on one services to children, parent training, school shadows, teacher in service talks. Our goal is to help your family go from good to great!
If you are having parenting challenges, behavior issues, a child with Autism or other developmental delays please contact me. I can help. We provide one on one services to children, parent training, school shadows, teacher in service talks. Our goal is to help your family go from good to great!
(714) 975-5821 View (714) 975-5821

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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.