Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is a therapeutic intervention intended for children ages 2 through 6 years, and their parents. It is nationally recognized as one of the most effective treatments for young children experiencing significant social, emotional, or behavioral problems. 85% of Oregon families who participate in 4 or more PCIT therapy sessions demonstrate improvement in child behavior, positive communication and positive parenting skills. The average lengthen of treatment is 16 sessions, though PCIT is not time-limited.
In PCIT, caregivers are taught specific skills to establish or strengthen a nurturing and secure relationship with their child, while encouraging pro-social behavior and decreasing maladaptive behavior. Ideally, during coaching sessions, the therapist observes the interaction from behind a one-way mirror and provides guidance to the parent through a wireless communication system. PCIT services may be reimbursed by Medicaid or Commercial Insurance.
To watch recordings of previous PCIT Consortium Calls, choose one of the links below:
Jan. 25, 2023 – PCIT Adapted for Selective Mutism (PCIT-SM)
Presenter: Katherine Gibson, Psy.D., ABPP
Mar. 22, 2023 – It's ok to feel angry and it's not ok to hit: Guiding behavioral expressions of emotions in PCIT
Presenter: Amanda N'zi, PhD., Certified PCIT Regional Trainer
May 24, 2023 – Chronic Illness in Young Children: Implications for PCIT
Presenter: Dan Bagner, PhD., Certified PCIT International Global Trainer
July 25, 2023 –
PCIT Coding DuelsPresenter: John Paul Abner, PhD., PCIT Global Trainer
Melanie Fernandez, PhD., ABPP, PCIT Global Trainer
Rhea Chae, PhD., PCIT Global Trainer
Erica Stapert, PhD., PCIT Within Agency Trainer
Presenter: Cherly B. McNeil, PhD. West Virginia University