Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in East Hampton, NY

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Mantauk
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Hampton, NY 11937
As men, many of us have been taught to hold in our feelings… often leading to pent-up anger… too much drinking… acts of rage. We have been taught that talking about feelings is a sign of weakness. In his book, MEN’s LIVES, about the history of fishermen on Long Island’s East End, Peter Matthiessen quotes a young man in 1929, “ … no one could have a happier moment … than to be asked to be one of the boat crew by a captain you had always admired …the honor soon became a reality… the achin, achin of every muscle….. I must endure without a word.”
As men, many of us have been taught to hold in our feelings… often leading to pent-up anger… too much drinking… acts of rage. We have been taught that talking about feelings is a sign of weakness. In his book, MEN’s LIVES, about the history of fishermen on Long Island’s East End, Peter Matthiessen quotes a young man in 1929, “ … no one could have a happier moment … than to be asked to be one of the boat crew by a captain you had always admired …the honor soon became a reality… the achin, achin of every muscle….. I must endure without a word.”
(631) 250-5897 View (631) 250-5897
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Elena Lesser Bruun
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, EdD, MHC
Not Verified Not Verified
East Hampton, NY 11937
I believe that everyone has the ability to lead a satisfying and productive life, and that it's never too late to start. We all also have the capacity to get "stuck" in unproductive situations or relationships. The key ingredients for a successful outcome in therapy are the individual's, couple's, or family's readiness for change, and the safe, supportive, collaborative relationship we develop. My deepest interest lies in helping clients recognize their own needs, goals, strengths, under-utilized talents, and decision-making capacity. With the clarity they obtain, I can help them take some necessary steps to improve their lives.
I believe that everyone has the ability to lead a satisfying and productive life, and that it's never too late to start. We all also have the capacity to get "stuck" in unproductive situations or relationships. The key ingredients for a successful outcome in therapy are the individual's, couple's, or family's readiness for change, and the safe, supportive, collaborative relationship we develop. My deepest interest lies in helping clients recognize their own needs, goals, strengths, under-utilized talents, and decision-making capacity. With the clarity they obtain, I can help them take some necessary steps to improve their lives.
(917) 725-3237 View (917) 725-3237
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East End Mental Health & Wellness
Pre-Licensed Professional, CADC, LMHC-T
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
East Hampton, NY 11937
My therapeutic approach focuses on my belief that when it comes to an individual’s life, they are the expert. As a therapist, it is my job to be expert on theory and techniques, to assist client's in realizing their own capabilities of deciding where they want to go, and I encourage the strengths within themselves to pursue wherever that is and to identity what that will take to get there. First, however, I must address the level of resistance a client shows.My treatment heavily looks at aspects of internalization, pulls from psychoanalytic theories of neurosis, specifically signal anxiety, and focuses on realizing personal agency.
My therapeutic approach focuses on my belief that when it comes to an individual’s life, they are the expert. As a therapist, it is my job to be expert on theory and techniques, to assist client's in realizing their own capabilities of deciding where they want to go, and I encourage the strengths within themselves to pursue wherever that is and to identity what that will take to get there. First, however, I must address the level of resistance a client shows.My treatment heavily looks at aspects of internalization, pulls from psychoanalytic theories of neurosis, specifically signal anxiety, and focuses on realizing personal agency.
(631) 919-4110 View (631) 919-4110
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Jeannette Lofas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
East Hampton, NY 11937
Does This Describe Your Stepfamily Situation? Who comes first? Kids or me? The prior spouse? Discipline? Lack of the rules, roles, responsibilities? More…? These are complex issues. I counsel with love and direction.
Does This Describe Your Stepfamily Situation? Who comes first? Kids or me? The prior spouse? Discipline? Lack of the rules, roles, responsibilities? More…? These are complex issues. I counsel with love and direction.
(631) 825-7902 View (631) 825-7902
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Sylvia S. Welsh
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Hampton, NY 11937
(646) 860-0611 View (646) 860-0611

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Jennifer Polidoro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bridgehampton, NY 11932
Life can be overwhelming sometimes and you do not have to struggle alone. You have strengths within you that we can build upon. I have skills based on years of study and experience that I will share with you. We will work together to resolve your current challenges while we examine patterns of thinking and behavior in order to avoid or quickly resolve future stumbling blocks. In an atmosphere of trust, comfort and acceptance, we can achieve lasting solutions. I work with children ages 12 through 19, as well as adults; specializing in anxiety, stress reduction, life coaching, adjustment disorders, couples and parent counseling.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes and you do not have to struggle alone. You have strengths within you that we can build upon. I have skills based on years of study and experience that I will share with you. We will work together to resolve your current challenges while we examine patterns of thinking and behavior in order to avoid or quickly resolve future stumbling blocks. In an atmosphere of trust, comfort and acceptance, we can achieve lasting solutions. I work with children ages 12 through 19, as well as adults; specializing in anxiety, stress reduction, life coaching, adjustment disorders, couples and parent counseling.
(516) 271-3529 View (516) 271-3529
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Hamptons Mindful Youth Psych Wellness Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Sag Harbor, NY 11963
Dr. Pentcheva is dedicated to providing evidence-based psychological interventions geared towards promoting individual and family wellness. She offers a wide range of services to help meet the needs of children and families from all over the Hamptons and beyond. Dr. Pentcheva specializes in working with children, young adults and their parents and takes a preventative, strengths based approach to treatment. By creating engaging, child-centered exercises for children and adolescents, she helps them to acquire new skills and incorporate them into their everyday lives.
Dr. Pentcheva is dedicated to providing evidence-based psychological interventions geared towards promoting individual and family wellness. She offers a wide range of services to help meet the needs of children and families from all over the Hamptons and beyond. Dr. Pentcheva specializes in working with children, young adults and their parents and takes a preventative, strengths based approach to treatment. By creating engaging, child-centered exercises for children and adolescents, she helps them to acquire new skills and incorporate them into their everyday lives.
(631) 919-4043 View (631) 919-4043

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Emily J Laitmon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Rochelle, NY 10804
As a psychotherapist and professional coach for over 25 years in NYC and Westchester, I work with families, couples and individuals to deal with the challenges, changes and crisis that occur in our lives when we least expect it. As a family therapist my practice addresses couples in conflict, separation and divorce as well as adolescence. My clients include women in transition with career and relationships as well as coping with anxiety, infertility and depression. I am also a certified Bereavement Counselor assisting those with parent, child and sibling loss.
As a psychotherapist and professional coach for over 25 years in NYC and Westchester, I work with families, couples and individuals to deal with the challenges, changes and crisis that occur in our lives when we least expect it. As a family therapist my practice addresses couples in conflict, separation and divorce as well as adolescence. My clients include women in transition with career and relationships as well as coping with anxiety, infertility and depression. I am also a certified Bereavement Counselor assisting those with parent, child and sibling loss.
(914) 380-7091 View (914) 380-7091
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Michael Grazi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
My practice includes work with individual adults, couples, children, adolescents, and parent-child dyads.
Life unfolds as a dynamic journey, offering a rich tapestry of experiences. Instead of trying to eliminate every hurdle, therapy becomes a powerful tool for reshaping our approach to challenges. This process enables us to face difficulties, minimize their impact, and craft narratives that empower us. In this journey, you are the expert. As a therapist, I provide a neutral and supportive space, encouraging joint exploration into your identity and how you navigate the world. In our therapeutic relationship, meaningful conversation serves as the catalyst for insightful reflection and profound personal integration.
My practice includes work with individual adults, couples, children, adolescents, and parent-child dyads.
Life unfolds as a dynamic journey, offering a rich tapestry of experiences. Instead of trying to eliminate every hurdle, therapy becomes a powerful tool for reshaping our approach to challenges. This process enables us to face difficulties, minimize their impact, and craft narratives that empower us. In this journey, you are the expert. As a therapist, I provide a neutral and supportive space, encouraging joint exploration into your identity and how you navigate the world. In our therapeutic relationship, meaningful conversation serves as the catalyst for insightful reflection and profound personal integration.
(929) 930-1813 View (929) 930-1813
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Victoria Libby
Psychologist, MSEd, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
New York, NY 10065
Waitlist for new clients
I have training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, relational therapies, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Systems Therapy (TST), family and couples counseling, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
To me, the bedrock of meaningful treatment is a feeling of comfort and ease with your therapist. I consider it a great privilege to assist people in their growth and healing. Giving to people in this way is an honor and a joy.
I have training in psychodynamic psychotherapy, relational therapies, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Trauma Systems Therapy (TST), family and couples counseling, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
To me, the bedrock of meaningful treatment is a feeling of comfort and ease with your therapist. I consider it a great privilege to assist people in their growth and healing. Giving to people in this way is an honor and a joy.
(207) 656-5763 View (207) 656-5763
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Simona Noaghiul Yland
Marriage & Family Therapist, MD, MPH, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10017
Together we will navigate life challenges that are part of relationships, parent-child/teen conflicts, separation or divorce transition, daily stress, complex trauma, chronic illness, or loss.
Finding the right psychotherapist is challenging and can be a lengthy process. Once the search is completed, and the therapy is under way, it will become rewarding and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is mindful, accepting and supportive. Trained in individual, couple, and family therapy, complex trauma, as well as clinical medicine and public health epidemiology, I provide treatment from an individualized integrative perspective, based on what is most beneficial to each person. My cultural and crosscultural perspectives allow me to also factor in the cultural impact on human behavior.
Together we will navigate life challenges that are part of relationships, parent-child/teen conflicts, separation or divorce transition, daily stress, complex trauma, chronic illness, or loss.
Finding the right psychotherapist is challenging and can be a lengthy process. Once the search is completed, and the therapy is under way, it will become rewarding and healing. My approach to psychotherapy is mindful, accepting and supportive. Trained in individual, couple, and family therapy, complex trauma, as well as clinical medicine and public health epidemiology, I provide treatment from an individualized integrative perspective, based on what is most beneficial to each person. My cultural and crosscultural perspectives allow me to also factor in the cultural impact on human behavior.
(631) 850-3051 View (631) 850-3051
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Anne Fribourg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10024
I work with both individuals and couples and also offer dyadic parent-child and parent counseling.
Therapy is a process of growth and discovery and, as your therapist, I will be an active participant in this process. We will work together to identify your goals and uncover the obstacles that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. My style is engaged and interactive--I will ask questions, give feedback, and encourage you to think about the choices you make and the results of those choices. I am an empathic listener, who can emotionally attune and communicate with others and I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs.
I work with both individuals and couples and also offer dyadic parent-child and parent counseling.
Therapy is a process of growth and discovery and, as your therapist, I will be an active participant in this process. We will work together to identify your goals and uncover the obstacles that are preventing you from moving forward in your life. My style is engaged and interactive--I will ask questions, give feedback, and encourage you to think about the choices you make and the results of those choices. I am an empathic listener, who can emotionally attune and communicate with others and I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs.
(646) 798-1050 View (646) 798-1050
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Liz Morrison Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
New York, NY 10016
We use the training we have received in cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused CBT, play therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, parent-child relational issues, and expressive arts therapy to help you achieve your goals.
Therapists at Liz Morrison Therapy will help you to achieve your goals by providing you, your child, or your family with the highest quality mental health service. As specialists in children and families, our approach to helping you find results through psychotherapy is based on our experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health facilities, schools, and private practice settings. Our challenging and direct, yet compassionate and considerate approach will allow you to reach your highest potential.
We use the training we have received in cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused CBT, play therapy, psychodynamic psychotherapy, parent-child relational issues, and expressive arts therapy to help you achieve your goals.
Therapists at Liz Morrison Therapy will help you to achieve your goals by providing you, your child, or your family with the highest quality mental health service. As specialists in children and families, our approach to helping you find results through psychotherapy is based on our experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in mental health facilities, schools, and private practice settings. Our challenging and direct, yet compassionate and considerate approach will allow you to reach your highest potential.
(347) 836-4014 View (347) 836-4014
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Laurie Gruenberger
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Irvington, NY 10533
My work assists people struggling with parent-child issues, parental stress, school difficulties, vocational challenges, relationship & interpersonal issues, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, overall stress management, disruptive disorders, developmental disorders, and challenges adjusting to life transitions, including the stress brought on by Covid-19.
The decision to begin therapy for yourself or your child can be difficult and often follows attempts to manage challenging life circumstances independently. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which clients are encouraged to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and compassionate setting. I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Family Psychotherapy, Parent Consultation, Couples Therapy, and Special Education and 504 Plan Consultation.
My work assists people struggling with parent-child issues, parental stress, school difficulties, vocational challenges, relationship & interpersonal issues, ADHD, anxiety, OCD, depression, overall stress management, disruptive disorders, developmental disorders, and challenges adjusting to life transitions, including the stress brought on by Covid-19.
The decision to begin therapy for yourself or your child can be difficult and often follows attempts to manage challenging life circumstances independently. I view therapy as a collaborative process in which clients are encouraged to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors in a supportive, nonjudgmental, and compassionate setting. I am a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience in Child, Adolescent, Adult, and Family Psychotherapy, Parent Consultation, Couples Therapy, and Special Education and 504 Plan Consultation.
(917) 905-1529 View (917) 905-1529
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Amber Ufford
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Brooklyn, NY 11215
I specialize in evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
My approach to therapy is to help clients change behavior patterns and build a life in line with their values. I collaborate with clients to identify their treatment goals within a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. I treat clients throughout the lifespan who struggle with anxiety, depression, child behavioral issues, parent-child conflict, OCD, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. Additionally, I have experience treating concerns around perfectionism, body image, perinatal/postpartum issues, and family conflict. My goal is to help you get back to living your life with the right tools for success.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments, including Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), and Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE).
My approach to therapy is to help clients change behavior patterns and build a life in line with their values. I collaborate with clients to identify their treatment goals within a trusting and supportive therapeutic relationship. I treat clients throughout the lifespan who struggle with anxiety, depression, child behavioral issues, parent-child conflict, OCD, and difficulty adjusting to life transitions. Additionally, I have experience treating concerns around perfectionism, body image, perinatal/postpartum issues, and family conflict. My goal is to help you get back to living your life with the right tools for success.
(646) 502-8446 View (646) 502-8446
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Rosalie Baldwin Amy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025
I am also certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, a well-researched therapy for children ages 2-7 with behavior problems including defiance, aggression, impulsivity, peer problems, and tantrums.
Are you struggling with anxiety, frequent sadness, or trauma symptoms? Would you like support around managing relationship challenges, loneliness, or uncertainty about your future? Are you unsure how to handle your child’s recent mood or behavior changes? If so, working with a therapist can help you find relief. Together we can explore new ways to cope with painful emotions, set your child up for success, manage life transitions, accomplish value-based goals, foster meaningful relationships and gain insight into what may be contributing to your long-standing concerns.
I am also certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, a well-researched therapy for children ages 2-7 with behavior problems including defiance, aggression, impulsivity, peer problems, and tantrums.
Are you struggling with anxiety, frequent sadness, or trauma symptoms? Would you like support around managing relationship challenges, loneliness, or uncertainty about your future? Are you unsure how to handle your child’s recent mood or behavior changes? If so, working with a therapist can help you find relief. Together we can explore new ways to cope with painful emotions, set your child up for success, manage life transitions, accomplish value-based goals, foster meaningful relationships and gain insight into what may be contributing to your long-standing concerns.
(347) 690-7261 View (347) 690-7261
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Glorianny Guzman
Art Therapist, MPS, LCAT
Verified Verified
Forest Hills, NY 11375  (Online Only)
I specialize in art therapy, CBT, solution focus, parent-child counseling, mindfulness, life coaching, trauma focus and person centered approach.
Are you a young adult looking to reduce anxiety? Of color? Struggling with goals? family college? financial stress? Pregnancy/Postpartum ? increase self-esteem? gain coping skills? Etc.. Then I am the therapist for you! My goal is to help people grow, heal, obtain their goals and have overall positive experience within a safe space. We can make art or just talk in therapy or focus on life coaching.
I specialize in art therapy, CBT, solution focus, parent-child counseling, mindfulness, life coaching, trauma focus and person centered approach.
Are you a young adult looking to reduce anxiety? Of color? Struggling with goals? family college? financial stress? Pregnancy/Postpartum ? increase self-esteem? gain coping skills? Etc.. Then I am the therapist for you! My goal is to help people grow, heal, obtain their goals and have overall positive experience within a safe space. We can make art or just talk in therapy or focus on life coaching.
(347) 934-6868 View (347) 934-6868
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Sara Van Hoose
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Brooklyn, NY 11242
To do this, I draw on my background in psychoanalytic therapy (the modern approach to Freud's work), parent-child and play therapy, as well as CBT and DBT, as fitting.
I am a clinical psychologist and draw on over 15 years of combined professional experience in clinical and educational settings. I help adults and children whose lives are impacted by anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, issues at home/school, as well as demands of adulthood: profession, romance, partnership, parenthood, and aging. Most importantly, I believe, effective work with a psychologist is a collaboration. I am a warm, active, and skillful partner. I bring my fullest attention to the person in front of me and the difficulties they face.
To do this, I draw on my background in psychoanalytic therapy (the modern approach to Freud's work), parent-child and play therapy, as well as CBT and DBT, as fitting.
I am a clinical psychologist and draw on over 15 years of combined professional experience in clinical and educational settings. I help adults and children whose lives are impacted by anxiety, depression, the effects of trauma, issues at home/school, as well as demands of adulthood: profession, romance, partnership, parenthood, and aging. Most importantly, I believe, effective work with a psychologist is a collaboration. I am a warm, active, and skillful partner. I bring my fullest attention to the person in front of me and the difficulties they face.
(347) 765-1279 View (347) 765-1279
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Rachel Shelley
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10019
She is trained in CBT, ERP, PCIT, SPACE and other evidence-based approaches.
Rachel Shelley, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents, and parents. She supports children and parents in understanding their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and in developing coping skills. She has specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure response prevention (ERP) for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related disorders. Her approach is goal-oriented and she integrates humor, warmth and compassion to help her clients thrive.
She is trained in CBT, ERP, PCIT, SPACE and other evidence-based approaches.
Rachel Shelley, Ph.D. is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in evidence-based interventions for children, adolescents, and parents. She supports children and parents in understanding their thoughts, feelings and behaviors and in developing coping skills. She has specialized training in cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and exposure response prevention (ERP) for children and adolescents with anxiety, OCD, and related disorders. Her approach is goal-oriented and she integrates humor, warmth and compassion to help her clients thrive.
(929) 512-7812 View (929) 512-7812
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Samantha Schindelheim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
Specifically, I provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior (TF-CBT).
Hi! I'm Dr. Samantha Schindelheim and I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in home-based therapy working with young children, teens, adults and parents struggling with mood and anxiety issues, trauma, behavioral issues, and interpersonal challenges. I integrate a variety of evidence-based interventions to help individuals function successfully in their home, school, and communities. I strive to create a safe, collaborative, and trusting space for my clients to grow. Therapy is hard work and I aim to help you find value and success in the work that we do together.
Specifically, I provide Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior (TF-CBT).
Hi! I'm Dr. Samantha Schindelheim and I am a licensed clinical social worker who specializes in home-based therapy working with young children, teens, adults and parents struggling with mood and anxiety issues, trauma, behavioral issues, and interpersonal challenges. I integrate a variety of evidence-based interventions to help individuals function successfully in their home, school, and communities. I strive to create a safe, collaborative, and trusting space for my clients to grow. Therapy is hard work and I aim to help you find value and success in the work that we do together.
(646) 679-5349 View (646) 679-5349

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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.