PCIT Therapy in River Oaks
PCIT is an evidence-based treatment for young children with behavioral problems serving Texas and 40+ states.
PCIT therapy in River Oaks offers evidence-based treatment for children ages 2-7 with behavioral challenges, focusing on improving parent-child relationships and fostering positive behavior. Through personalized sessions, parents learn effective strategies to reinforce good behaviors, reduce problem actions, and build stronger emotional connections. Backed by over 40 years of research and recommended by top organizations like the CDC, PCIT provides Texas families with proven tools to enhance their child’s well-being.
Key Points about Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
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PCIT changes a child’s behavior by teaching parents and caregivers new approaches for responding to their child’s actions. During PCIT, parents/caregivers will learn:
How to reinforce good behaviors so they keep happening
How to pay less attention to problem behaviors so that they decrease
How to help children identify and regulate their emotions
How to improve their child’s play and social skills
How to decrease hitting or other forms of aggression
How to get their child to obey them without yelling
How to build a trusting, safe relationship
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PCIT is recommended by the following organizations:
PCIT is considered a best practice for the prevention and treatment of child conduct problems and child maltreatment by the following organizations:
SAMHSA’s National Registry of Evidence-Based Programs and Practices,
Federal Administration on Children, Youth and Families in the Child Welfare Information Gateway
CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/parents/essentials/toddlersandpreschoolers/resources/references.html
Child Welfare: https://www.childwelfare.gov/resources/parent-child-interaction-therapyprimer-child-welfare-professionals/
SAMHSA
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There are 40+ years of high-quality research supporting the effectiveness of PCIT:
PCIT reduces problem behaviors
PCIT reduces parenting stress
PCIT reduces sadness/anxiety
Gains from PCIT last over time
Siblings of children who received PCIT also improve
Children’s behavior improves in school
Personalized PCIT Therapy Services in
River Oaks, TX
We provide Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) services in River Oaks, TX to help families strengthen their bonds, help their child cope and support their child’s emotional well-being. Our therapists are trained in evidence-based techniques designed to improve parent-child relationships and address behavioral challenges in children.
Choosing a therapist from your community means you’ll receive personalized support that understands the cultural and regional dynamics of Texas families. Our dedicated team is committed to helping you build positive interactions, build stronger connections, and enhance your child’s emotional well-being through engaging, hands-on PCIT sessions.