Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Philadelphia County, PA

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Maria Pistorio
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19147  (Online Only)
My ideal PCIT family seeks to enhance their parent-child relationship, heal from trauma, and foster growth. They aim to strengthen bonds, improve communication, and develop effective parenting strategies for a nurturing family environment. My ideal EMDR client desires healing from trauma, aiming to alleviate distress and enhance mental health. My ideal CBT client is motivated to address anxiety, depression, or other challenges, embracing new coping skills for improved well-being, actively engaging in therapy to achieve their goals.
My ideal PCIT family seeks to enhance their parent-child relationship, heal from trauma, and foster growth. They aim to strengthen bonds, improve communication, and develop effective parenting strategies for a nurturing family environment. My ideal EMDR client desires healing from trauma, aiming to alleviate distress and enhance mental health. My ideal CBT client is motivated to address anxiety, depression, or other challenges, embracing new coping skills for improved well-being, actively engaging in therapy to achieve their goals.
(215) 544-3297 View (215) 544-3297
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Anjalea Noble
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Lea. I am a licensed clinical and counseling therapist based in Pennsylvania. I have extensive experience treating a wide range of concerns from general life stressors and relational challenges, to more significant clinical concerns such as PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder. I specialize in treating trauma related disorders in adults, adolescents, and children. I am trained in DBT, PCIT, and TFCBT. I also have experience using Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Hi, I'm Lea. I am a licensed clinical and counseling therapist based in Pennsylvania. I have extensive experience treating a wide range of concerns from general life stressors and relational challenges, to more significant clinical concerns such as PTSD and Borderline Personality Disorder. I specialize in treating trauma related disorders in adults, adolescents, and children. I am trained in DBT, PCIT, and TFCBT. I also have experience using Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
(484) 851-9035 View (484) 851-9035
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Heather Batalden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
I utilize evidence-based approaches to treatment including applied behavior analysis, parent-child interaction therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I specialize in working with adults suffering from anxiety or depression or those seeking behavioral change. I also work with children ages 2-15. I provide therapy, behavioral consultation, and parent training to reach goals such as increasing frustration tolerance, improving response to directives, developing independence and self-control, strengthening social skills, assisting caregivers with the identification and execution of behavior management systems, reducing symptoms associated with ADHD, ADD, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, motivating and promoting behavioral and lifestyle changes and harm reduction.
I utilize evidence-based approaches to treatment including applied behavior analysis, parent-child interaction therapy, and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I specialize in working with adults suffering from anxiety or depression or those seeking behavioral change. I also work with children ages 2-15. I provide therapy, behavioral consultation, and parent training to reach goals such as increasing frustration tolerance, improving response to directives, developing independence and self-control, strengthening social skills, assisting caregivers with the identification and execution of behavior management systems, reducing symptoms associated with ADHD, ADD, anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorders, motivating and promoting behavioral and lifestyle changes and harm reduction.
(484) 435-3119 View (484) 435-3119
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Debora King
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, ATR-BC, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103
Debora is an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Debora is focused on providing person-centered care to help each person feel empowered in their treatment. Her clinical framework includes motivational interviewing and CBT. She specializes in child and adolescent therapy as well as emerging adults. In addition, she is trained in Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for treating OCD.
Debora is an Art Therapist and Licensed Professional Counselor. Debora is focused on providing person-centered care to help each person feel empowered in their treatment. Her clinical framework includes motivational interviewing and CBT. She specializes in child and adolescent therapy as well as emerging adults. In addition, she is trained in Parent Child Interactive Therapy (PCIT) and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) and Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for treating OCD.
(484) 496-1965 View (484) 496-1965
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Allison Dovi
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19148  (Online Only)
Welcome to Reframe Tomorrow Behavioral Health! I am a licensed psychologist with years of experience working with youth and their families, as well as young adults. As a provider certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), I specialize in working with youth and adults with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am also certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and enjoy working with young children with disruptive behaviors and their caregivers.
Welcome to Reframe Tomorrow Behavioral Health! I am a licensed psychologist with years of experience working with youth and their families, as well as young adults. As a provider certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and trained in Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), I specialize in working with youth and adults with symptoms of trauma, anxiety, and depression. I am also certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and enjoy working with young children with disruptive behaviors and their caregivers.
(215) 608-0067 View (215) 608-0067
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Lucero Rave
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19134
I am a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) as well as certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
Hi there, I'm Lucy! I am a licensed clinical social worker looking to create a connection and an atmosphere where you can feel supported and comfortable to share openly your concerns. I see individuals of all ages and stages and incorporate a range of strategies to best promote growth and healing while creating a fun and engaging experience for those younger clients.
I am a certified clinical trauma professional (CCTP) as well as certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
Hi there, I'm Lucy! I am a licensed clinical social worker looking to create a connection and an atmosphere where you can feel supported and comfortable to share openly your concerns. I see individuals of all ages and stages and incorporate a range of strategies to best promote growth and healing while creating a fun and engaging experience for those younger clients.
(717) 915-5648 View (717) 915-5648
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Max Greenspan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19146  (Online Only)
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and formally trained in both Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) and Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently serving adults, children, adolescents and families in Pennsylvania. I have more than 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan. While I consider a person-centered approach to be central to my practice, one of my specializations is in that of cognitive behavioral therapy. I have deep experience working with adults, adolescents and children with mood and anxiety challenges utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques, in addition to supporting those who have experienced trauma or other adverse life events.
I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and formally trained in both Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) and Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT).
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker currently serving adults, children, adolescents and families in Pennsylvania. I have more than 10 years of experience providing therapeutic services to individuals and families across the lifespan. While I consider a person-centered approach to be central to my practice, one of my specializations is in that of cognitive behavioral therapy. I have deep experience working with adults, adolescents and children with mood and anxiety challenges utilizing cognitive behavioral techniques, in addition to supporting those who have experienced trauma or other adverse life events.
(484) 246-7875 View (484) 246-7875
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Jenny Beasley
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19101
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, ARC GROW and currently engaging in the Parent-Child Interaction Therapy learning collaborative.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I aim to help those who may be at a point of feeling voiceless, hopeless and at times lost. I provide clients with an empathetic, nurturing approach, while also encouraging self-reflection and working towards being your best self. I began my career working in psychiatric unit and crisis units, psychiatric community homes, and currently working with children, adolescents, and adults addressing their mental health needs. I enjoy creating a therapeutic relationship that allows for honesty, enthusiasm, and success.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, ARC GROW and currently engaging in the Parent-Child Interaction Therapy learning collaborative.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I aim to help those who may be at a point of feeling voiceless, hopeless and at times lost. I provide clients with an empathetic, nurturing approach, while also encouraging self-reflection and working towards being your best self. I began my career working in psychiatric unit and crisis units, psychiatric community homes, and currently working with children, adolescents, and adults addressing their mental health needs. I enjoy creating a therapeutic relationship that allows for honesty, enthusiasm, and success.
(609) 201-1341 View (609) 201-1341
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Brittney Mendiola
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19118  (Online Only)
If this resonates with you & your child, my goal will be to help you to better manage these really tough behaviors & help you both grow to enjoy one another's company more fully through the use of PCIT (Parent Child Interaction Therapy) and/or CPP (Child Parent Psychotherapy).
"It's not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, & to make your Happiness a priority. It's necessary." So often we put off the pursuit of therapy because of our busy schedules. If you, you & your partner and/or you & your child know that the time has come to care for yourselves, I'd be happy to support your doing so while working around school/work schedules, rush hour traffic, and after school activities. Like all of us, life and how I approach it shifted when the pandemic occurred. One positive takeaway for me has been being able to be a part of life-changing therapy in a way I hadn’t yet experienced, Telehealth.
If this resonates with you & your child, my goal will be to help you to better manage these really tough behaviors & help you both grow to enjoy one another's company more fully through the use of PCIT (Parent Child Interaction Therapy) and/or CPP (Child Parent Psychotherapy).
"It's not selfish to love yourself, take care of yourself, & to make your Happiness a priority. It's necessary." So often we put off the pursuit of therapy because of our busy schedules. If you, you & your partner and/or you & your child know that the time has come to care for yourselves, I'd be happy to support your doing so while working around school/work schedules, rush hour traffic, and after school activities. Like all of us, life and how I approach it shifted when the pandemic occurred. One positive takeaway for me has been being able to be a part of life-changing therapy in a way I hadn’t yet experienced, Telehealth.
(833) 527-0723 View (833) 527-0723
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Allison Roman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19132
I believe our thoughts and feelings often influence our behavior more than we might think! I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Intensive Family Coaching, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD.
Hello, I'm Allison. I'm glad you are taking the next step in addressing your mental health concerns and are considering working with a therapist. This is a big step and can be an intimidating one. It takes great courage to be vulnerable, especially with a new person! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in anxiety, OCD and related disorders. I empower individuals to take control of their lives, after often feeling pulled in a million directions by their mental health. I enjoy working with individuals age 16+, utilizing a variety of techniques and interventions.
I believe our thoughts and feelings often influence our behavior more than we might think! I am certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Intensive Family Coaching, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, and Exposure and Response Prevention Therapy for OCD.
Hello, I'm Allison. I'm glad you are taking the next step in addressing your mental health concerns and are considering working with a therapist. This is a big step and can be an intimidating one. It takes great courage to be vulnerable, especially with a new person! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor specializing in anxiety, OCD and related disorders. I empower individuals to take control of their lives, after often feeling pulled in a million directions by their mental health. I enjoy working with individuals age 16+, utilizing a variety of techniques and interventions.
(484) 496-1530 View (484) 496-1530
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Holly Hampton
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
I am a Certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapist with experience conducting psychological evaluations, school-based therapy, supporting families after adoption, and conducting individual, caregiver, and family therapy sessions.
Are you having difficulty connecting with your child, wanting to improve your family relationships, or need help managing your stress more effectively? Come work with me, where I focus on improving relationships between caregiver and child, within the family, and any other important relationships in your life. During our work together, I want you to feel an improvement in your overall quality of life.
I am a Certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapist with experience conducting psychological evaluations, school-based therapy, supporting families after adoption, and conducting individual, caregiver, and family therapy sessions.
Are you having difficulty connecting with your child, wanting to improve your family relationships, or need help managing your stress more effectively? Come work with me, where I focus on improving relationships between caregiver and child, within the family, and any other important relationships in your life. During our work together, I want you to feel an improvement in your overall quality of life.
(717) 897-6563 View (717) 897-6563
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Colleen Pellette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19129
Additional Trainings: PCIT- ideal for children ages 3-7.
I believe my role on this journey is to help you understand yourself better, provide support when times are hard, and help you figure out ways to make change by focusing on areas within your locus of control. Over the years I have worked with many children, individuals, and families from all walks of life; helping individuals and families along their journey of self-discovery and healing. I believe that individuals and families know themselves best and my role is to help increase self-confidence and self-awareness so they can figure out what is best for each individual and for families and their family systems.
Additional Trainings: PCIT- ideal for children ages 3-7.
I believe my role on this journey is to help you understand yourself better, provide support when times are hard, and help you figure out ways to make change by focusing on areas within your locus of control. Over the years I have worked with many children, individuals, and families from all walks of life; helping individuals and families along their journey of self-discovery and healing. I believe that individuals and families know themselves best and my role is to help increase self-confidence and self-awareness so they can figure out what is best for each individual and for families and their family systems.
(385) 644-1099 View (385) 644-1099
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Michael Prushan
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103  (Online Only)
Mike Prushan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his practice. He fosters an environment where open discussions help clients of varying ages, sexual orientations, and cultures achieve their personal goals. Mike specializes in many mental health issues, including borderline personality disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, loss, grief, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and adjustment to life issues. He has an affinity for helping adolescents and adults, individuals, couples, and families.
Mike Prushan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who holds a master’s degree in counseling psychology and brings a wealth of experience and knowledge to his practice. He fosters an environment where open discussions help clients of varying ages, sexual orientations, and cultures achieve their personal goals. Mike specializes in many mental health issues, including borderline personality disorder, attention-deficit/hyperactivity disorder, anxiety, depression, loss, grief, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and adjustment to life issues. He has an affinity for helping adolescents and adults, individuals, couples, and families.
(484) 588-5123 View (484) 588-5123
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Noel Shadowen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19145  (Online Only)
Are you struggling to feel understood in relationships, at work, or in other areas of your life? Does anxiety hold you back? Are you looking for help with communication, emotion regulation, or completing tasks? I work well with neurodiverse and neurotypical folks from all backgrounds, and also offer neurodiversity assessments aimed at helping you develop a better understanding of yourself. Through various questions, we can develop an understanding of how your brain functions and how you might change your environment or your approach in order to have a better experience. To learn more about assessments, please go to my website.
Are you struggling to feel understood in relationships, at work, or in other areas of your life? Does anxiety hold you back? Are you looking for help with communication, emotion regulation, or completing tasks? I work well with neurodiverse and neurotypical folks from all backgrounds, and also offer neurodiversity assessments aimed at helping you develop a better understanding of yourself. Through various questions, we can develop an understanding of how your brain functions and how you might change your environment or your approach in order to have a better experience. To learn more about assessments, please go to my website.
(215) 234-1335 View (215) 234-1335
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Frank A Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19145
Enspire Consulting Group, LLC is a premier private practice that offers individual and group sessions to children, adults and families. Our well trained and skilled clinicians counsel on a range of emotional and personal issues. We offer a comfortable, supportive atmosphere that provides a personalized approach to supporting a growth mindset. We feel passionate about the work we do, and are committed to helping our client's feel better about themselves and their lives. We understand that sadness, anger, fear and anxiety are universal experiences to which we are here to help clients move through those cycles of negative thoughts.
Enspire Consulting Group, LLC is a premier private practice that offers individual and group sessions to children, adults and families. Our well trained and skilled clinicians counsel on a range of emotional and personal issues. We offer a comfortable, supportive atmosphere that provides a personalized approach to supporting a growth mindset. We feel passionate about the work we do, and are committed to helping our client's feel better about themselves and their lives. We understand that sadness, anger, fear and anxiety are universal experiences to which we are here to help clients move through those cycles of negative thoughts.
(267) 459-9564 View (267) 459-9564
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Nicole Mastracchio
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Nicole Mastracchio, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that life-long self-discovery is how we form better relationships with those around us and better our day-to-day lives. Nicole specializes in working with children and their families through all stages of development. Through her calm demeanor and empathic approach, Nicole helps children, families, and adults gain long lasting change. Nicole graduated from Villanova University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and earned a master's degree in Couple and Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University.
Nicole Mastracchio, LMFT is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who believes that life-long self-discovery is how we form better relationships with those around us and better our day-to-day lives. Nicole specializes in working with children and their families through all stages of development. Through her calm demeanor and empathic approach, Nicole helps children, families, and adults gain long lasting change. Nicole graduated from Villanova University with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and earned a master's degree in Couple and Family Therapy from Thomas Jefferson University.
(267) 310-1461 View (267) 310-1461
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Anne Lukins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSS, MFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102  (Online Only)
Are you experiencing overwhelming emotion, relationship challenges, or difficulty parenting? I work with parents, coparents, partners, and individuals 13 or older. As a clinician at Daisy + Co. Therapy, an all-queer and gender-affirming private practice, I am here to offer unwavering hope and compassion. I use a trauma informed approach, and I offer full program DBT, as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
Are you experiencing overwhelming emotion, relationship challenges, or difficulty parenting? I work with parents, coparents, partners, and individuals 13 or older. As a clinician at Daisy + Co. Therapy, an all-queer and gender-affirming private practice, I am here to offer unwavering hope and compassion. I use a trauma informed approach, and I offer full program DBT, as well as Internal Family Systems (IFS) therapy.
(484) 372-4422 View (484) 372-4422
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Chris Fariello
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19103
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of sexuality concerns.
I am an active therapist. I design treatment plans and utilize strategies that are appropriate for both the issues and the personalities of my clients. I work with individuals in the context of their life and couples seeking to repair, improve or strengthen their relationship. My areas of specialty include intimacy, conflict, anger issues and the breadth of sexuality concerns.
(267) 217-3987 View (267) 217-3987
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Expressions Therapy LLC
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19129
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression and in need of someone to talk to? Are you experiencing changes in your life that are overwhelming and stressful? Are you feeling inadequate or like you’ve lost hope in life or feeling down but can’t explain why? Are you having trouble in your relationships?
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression and in need of someone to talk to? Are you experiencing changes in your life that are overwhelming and stressful? Are you feeling inadequate or like you’ve lost hope in life or feeling down but can’t explain why? Are you having trouble in your relationships?
(215) 795-5187 View (215) 795-5187
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Dr. Nina A. Mendez-Diaz
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19125  (Online Only)
I am very excited that you are taking the next step in your healing journey! My name is Dr. MD and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 15 years of clinical experience and training. I received my family therapy training at Drexel University where I received my doctorate degree. Since then, I have worked in a wide variety of settings, equipping me with a wealth of knowledge and experience helping clients deal with various challenges.
I am very excited that you are taking the next step in your healing journey! My name is Dr. MD and I am a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist with over 15 years of clinical experience and training. I received my family therapy training at Drexel University where I received my doctorate degree. Since then, I have worked in a wide variety of settings, equipping me with a wealth of knowledge and experience helping clients deal with various challenges.
(215) 337-2546 View (215) 337-2546

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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.