Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Pasadena, CA
For children ages 2 to 7, I offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT).
Challenging life experiences can negatively influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, creating barriers to realizing one’s full potential. Therapy, rooted in empathy and trust, provides a safe space for clients to explore their emotions, thoughts, and past experiences. By integrating evidence-based strategies into sessions, I facilitate meaningful change over time, helping clients achieve their therapeutic goals and enhance their overall quality of life. I help adult clients learn practical strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges, empowering them to handle life situations more effectively.
For children ages 2 to 7, I offer Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT).
Challenging life experiences can negatively influence thoughts, feelings, and behaviors, creating barriers to realizing one’s full potential. Therapy, rooted in empathy and trust, provides a safe space for clients to explore their emotions, thoughts, and past experiences. By integrating evidence-based strategies into sessions, I facilitate meaningful change over time, helping clients achieve their therapeutic goals and enhance their overall quality of life. I help adult clients learn practical strategies to cope with stress, anxiety, depression, and other challenges, empowering them to handle life situations more effectively.
Using Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), a proven parent-child treatment program for parents who have children with behavioral problems (e.
As a Level 1 trained Gottman Marital Therapist, I help couples strengthen their relationships. Couples learn to replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions and to repair past hurts. Interventions are designed to increase closeness and intimacy, improve friendship, and deepen their emotional connection. Using primarily a cognitive-behavioral approach, I provide both short and longer term therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a broad range of presenting problems.
Using Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), a proven parent-child treatment program for parents who have children with behavioral problems (e.
As a Level 1 trained Gottman Marital Therapist, I help couples strengthen their relationships. Couples learn to replace negative conflict patterns with positive interactions and to repair past hurts. Interventions are designed to increase closeness and intimacy, improve friendship, and deepen their emotional connection. Using primarily a cognitive-behavioral approach, I provide both short and longer term therapy to children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families with a broad range of presenting problems.
It would be my honor to help you and your child reconnect and redefine your parent-child relationship.
Are you having difficulties getting out of the house with your toddler or preschooler as they have a meltdown over putting their shoes on? Have you ever felt the eyes of strangers watching you as you manage your child’s anger outbursts in the grocery store? Do you ever feel consumed by guilt, worry, or frustration related to raising your child? These challenges can feel debilitating, embarrassing even, but things can get better with the right kind of supports in place.
It would be my honor to help you and your child reconnect and redefine your parent-child relationship.
Are you having difficulties getting out of the house with your toddler or preschooler as they have a meltdown over putting their shoes on? Have you ever felt the eyes of strangers watching you as you manage your child’s anger outbursts in the grocery store? Do you ever feel consumed by guilt, worry, or frustration related to raising your child? These challenges can feel debilitating, embarrassing even, but things can get better with the right kind of supports in place.
For very young children (0-5), best practices involve parent-child and/or family therapy.
ADULTS My approach is integrative - I incorporate multiple therapeutic frameworks to understand and to support my clients. I use client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness interventions while holding in mind the "systems" that you are a part of (your environment, relationships). I’m interested in how the past has shaped who you are. I want to help you use insight from your life experiences to guide you forward. I believe every person is the expert on their own experience and capable of tremendous healing and growth. I would love to talk to you about the possibility of working together to see if I would be a good fit.
For very young children (0-5), best practices involve parent-child and/or family therapy.
ADULTS My approach is integrative - I incorporate multiple therapeutic frameworks to understand and to support my clients. I use client-centered, cognitive-behavioral, and mindfulness interventions while holding in mind the "systems" that you are a part of (your environment, relationships). I’m interested in how the past has shaped who you are. I want to help you use insight from your life experiences to guide you forward. I believe every person is the expert on their own experience and capable of tremendous healing and growth. I would love to talk to you about the possibility of working together to see if I would be a good fit.
I use several evidenced based practices, such as EMDR, TF-CBT, PCIT, the Nurtured Heart Approach, Gottman methods, etc.
Therapy is a delicate art and a science. Finding the right therapist is important. The connection by an understanding, intuitive professional, someone with wisdom and effectiveness, who also respects the time and the cost of your investment is valuable. I use an attachment-focused orientation, and tools from EMDR, Ego State Theory, CBT, 12-step recovery model, and other modalities. I have enjoyed a rich 25-year career as a trauma informed specialist. I have supervised and directed programs in public and non-profit sectors. Adoption is my specialty, as well as work with teens, young adults and families.
I use several evidenced based practices, such as EMDR, TF-CBT, PCIT, the Nurtured Heart Approach, Gottman methods, etc.
Therapy is a delicate art and a science. Finding the right therapist is important. The connection by an understanding, intuitive professional, someone with wisdom and effectiveness, who also respects the time and the cost of your investment is valuable. I use an attachment-focused orientation, and tools from EMDR, Ego State Theory, CBT, 12-step recovery model, and other modalities. I have enjoyed a rich 25-year career as a trauma informed specialist. I have supervised and directed programs in public and non-profit sectors. Adoption is my specialty, as well as work with teens, young adults and families.
I utilize Restoration Therapy for adults and couples, and use PCIT and play therapy for kids.
Hi there! Are you a stressed out parent, trying to find ways to parent meaningfully while also managing your own feelings and struggles? Are you struggling to connect with your partner, in a new stage of life? Or are you an over-worked young adult, feeling all the pressures to 'achieve' even though your circumstances are so different from previous generations? Then you are not alone. Therapy is a wonderful place to explore these struggles and find new ways of coping and healing. In therapy we will work on your pain points, old ways of coping, and how to heal from past trauma so you can be free to live in a connected, calm way.
I utilize Restoration Therapy for adults and couples, and use PCIT and play therapy for kids.
Hi there! Are you a stressed out parent, trying to find ways to parent meaningfully while also managing your own feelings and struggles? Are you struggling to connect with your partner, in a new stage of life? Or are you an over-worked young adult, feeling all the pressures to 'achieve' even though your circumstances are so different from previous generations? Then you are not alone. Therapy is a wonderful place to explore these struggles and find new ways of coping and healing. In therapy we will work on your pain points, old ways of coping, and how to heal from past trauma so you can be free to live in a connected, calm way.
Atara M Parkinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Pasadena, CA 91121 (Online Only)
I am certified in utilizing nutrition and integrative medicine for mental health, the parenting program PCIT and relationship program Prepare & Enrich.
My passion is to help clients in the mind/body connection. I love watching the physical body and mind align to impact mental health through nutrition and integrative medicine. I’m here to support my clients in creating sustainable vision for their lives. The goal in my work is to empower clients on gaining clarity to obtain holistic balance in mind, body and soul. I believe that a strong therapeutic connection is vital in creating a space for healing to take place. My approach is to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their lives and beliefs.
I am certified in utilizing nutrition and integrative medicine for mental health, the parenting program PCIT and relationship program Prepare & Enrich.
My passion is to help clients in the mind/body connection. I love watching the physical body and mind align to impact mental health through nutrition and integrative medicine. I’m here to support my clients in creating sustainable vision for their lives. The goal in my work is to empower clients on gaining clarity to obtain holistic balance in mind, body and soul. I believe that a strong therapeutic connection is vital in creating a space for healing to take place. My approach is to create a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental space for clients to explore their lives and beliefs.
Mending Hearts Family Counseling Center, Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91107
Our passion is supporting parents to teach them how to dissolve tantrums, manage their impulses and help their children follow instructions quickly and happily? We teach the principles of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) and PC-CARE, two protocols researched at UC Davis Children's Hospital that are both nurturing and effective. Parent learn a set of play therapy skills and behavior therapy skills that can bring warmth and peace back to the home. Foster, adoptive and LGBTQ+ families are welcomed and celebrated.
Our passion is supporting parents to teach them how to dissolve tantrums, manage their impulses and help their children follow instructions quickly and happily? We teach the principles of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) and PC-CARE, two protocols researched at UC Davis Children's Hospital that are both nurturing and effective. Parent learn a set of play therapy skills and behavior therapy skills that can bring warmth and peace back to the home. Foster, adoptive and LGBTQ+ families are welcomed and celebrated.
Sepideh Hakimzadeh
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Sometimes we reach a point in our lives where we recognize that the way we've been living is not supportive of the type of life we want to create. Be it struggling with depression, anxiety, life-transition, parenting, relationships, pregnancy, or postpartum, we all need extra support to change, grow, and heal. I help you release old patterns and work through uncomfortable emotions to create more space in your life. By developing a healthier relationship with yourself you will be able to create healthier relationships with others. Together we create resources and tools that will support you as you embody new patterns and choices.
Sometimes we reach a point in our lives where we recognize that the way we've been living is not supportive of the type of life we want to create. Be it struggling with depression, anxiety, life-transition, parenting, relationships, pregnancy, or postpartum, we all need extra support to change, grow, and heal. I help you release old patterns and work through uncomfortable emotions to create more space in your life. By developing a healthier relationship with yourself you will be able to create healthier relationships with others. Together we create resources and tools that will support you as you embody new patterns and choices.
Alyssa W Ashley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA providing services in the Whittier, La Habra and Brea area with over 10 years of experience. I use a client-centered approach in addition to cognitive behavioral and family systems approaches to facilitate the healing process. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults and families.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in CA providing services in the Whittier, La Habra and Brea area with over 10 years of experience. I use a client-centered approach in addition to cognitive behavioral and family systems approaches to facilitate the healing process. I have worked extensively with children, adolescents, adults and families.
Kenneth Rudnicki
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
30 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105
Are you looking to solve the problem you have been having within your family? I am here to help you get the support you’ve been looking for to improve your relationships. Help with the fights at home about homework. Help getting your child to do what they are told the first time. Help with a transition to a new stage of life. I've always gravitated towards working with youth and young adults with the highest needs because that is where I have seen I've been most effective as a therapist.
Are you looking to solve the problem you have been having within your family? I am here to help you get the support you’ve been looking for to improve your relationships. Help with the fights at home about homework. Help getting your child to do what they are told the first time. Help with a transition to a new stage of life. I've always gravitated towards working with youth and young adults with the highest needs because that is where I have seen I've been most effective as a therapist.
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Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
Are you experiencing challenges in dealing with anxiety, depression, and traumatic experiences? Do you struggle with effective communication and setting boundaries in your relationships with others? Life often presents obstacles and difficulties that might lead to these difficulties without proper tools, resources, and guidance. I utilize CBT, DBT, ACT, and Trauma-informed care to help you manage symptoms and promote healing and growth. With a deep appreciation for the uniqueness of each client and their lived experiences, I foster a collaborative and inclusive therapeutic environment.
If you're concerned about your child, you've already taken a courageous step by looking here for help. Maybe you're feeling frightened, worried, or at your wit's end and unsure what to do. These emotions are a testament to how much you love your kid. Whether you're looking at therapy as a preventative measure or your family is in crisis, I can light a path and walk with you. Over the last 15 years working as a therapist, counselor, teacher, and coach, I've developed a knack for connecting with kids who are hard to reach.
If you're concerned about your child, you've already taken a courageous step by looking here for help. Maybe you're feeling frightened, worried, or at your wit's end and unsure what to do. These emotions are a testament to how much you love your kid. Whether you're looking at therapy as a preventative measure or your family is in crisis, I can light a path and walk with you. Over the last 15 years working as a therapist, counselor, teacher, and coach, I've developed a knack for connecting with kids who are hard to reach.
Noemí G Nava
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91103
As a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist specializing in children and teenagers, my approach centers on fostering trust and love. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals feel empowered to explore their emotions and experiences. Through active listening, empathy, and tailored interventions, I aim to guide them towards self-discovery, resilience, and emotional well-being. By engaging in age-appropriate activities and discussions, I empower them to express themselves, build coping skills, and navigate complex emotions.
As a compassionate and dedicated psychotherapist specializing in children and teenagers, my approach centers on fostering trust and love. I believe in creating a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals feel empowered to explore their emotions and experiences. Through active listening, empathy, and tailored interventions, I aim to guide them towards self-discovery, resilience, and emotional well-being. By engaging in age-appropriate activities and discussions, I empower them to express themselves, build coping skills, and navigate complex emotions.
Weston Joshu Taussig
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91105 (Online Only)
Hi. I am so glad you are here. I hope you will find what you are looking for. Therapy is an art form that allows for tailored interventions addressing your concerns. While we all have the tools for a fulfilling life, we may experience feelings of being stuck, overwhelmed, helpless or trapped in an unhealthy world. This does not need to be your life! As a therapist, I will help you illuminate your path, gain self-understanding, and refocus your energy to build harmony.
Hi. I am so glad you are here. I hope you will find what you are looking for. Therapy is an art form that allows for tailored interventions addressing your concerns. While we all have the tools for a fulfilling life, we may experience feelings of being stuck, overwhelmed, helpless or trapped in an unhealthy world. This does not need to be your life! As a therapist, I will help you illuminate your path, gain self-understanding, and refocus your energy to build harmony.
Rachelle Clayton Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91106
As human beings we are constantly evolving and changing depending on our life experiences. My main objective as a therapist is to assist clients in whatever phase of life that they might be in, as well as whatever obstacles in life that they may be having challenges with. My job is truly to be a witness and a sense of safe support as we collaboratively decipher what resources and forms of support that clients need. No matter what situations, obstacles or challenges that you may be facing you have the ability to evolve, and gradually change to live the life that will give you the greatest. Allow me to be apart of that process.
As human beings we are constantly evolving and changing depending on our life experiences. My main objective as a therapist is to assist clients in whatever phase of life that they might be in, as well as whatever obstacles in life that they may be having challenges with. My job is truly to be a witness and a sense of safe support as we collaboratively decipher what resources and forms of support that clients need. No matter what situations, obstacles or challenges that you may be facing you have the ability to evolve, and gradually change to live the life that will give you the greatest. Allow me to be apart of that process.
Childhood and adolescence can be hard. These years are often fraught with major life changes, trauma, loss, or just the everyday pressures of growing up. Resulting emotions can be difficult for your child to understand or accept. Perhaps your child has been exhibiting tantrums, aggression, or other behavioral difficulties. Or maybe their emotions result in social isolation, loss of motivation, or negative self-talk. You may be feeling helpless and unable to understand your child’s needs. My goal is to strengthen this understanding, help your child process their emotions, and provide your child with tools to manage future stressors.
Childhood and adolescence can be hard. These years are often fraught with major life changes, trauma, loss, or just the everyday pressures of growing up. Resulting emotions can be difficult for your child to understand or accept. Perhaps your child has been exhibiting tantrums, aggression, or other behavioral difficulties. Or maybe their emotions result in social isolation, loss of motivation, or negative self-talk. You may be feeling helpless and unable to understand your child’s needs. My goal is to strengthen this understanding, help your child process their emotions, and provide your child with tools to manage future stressors.
Are you battling anxiety, PTSD, or chronic stress? Struggling with autoimmune conditions or feeling disconnected from yourself? As an EMDR-certified therapist, I offer a transformative approach to healing. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a groundbreaking, evidence-based therapy that can rapidly resolve trauma and negative beliefs, alleviate anxiety and depression, boost self-esteem and confidence, and address physical symptoms of stress.
Are you battling anxiety, PTSD, or chronic stress? Struggling with autoimmune conditions or feeling disconnected from yourself? As an EMDR-certified therapist, I offer a transformative approach to healing. EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) is a groundbreaking, evidence-based therapy that can rapidly resolve trauma and negative beliefs, alleviate anxiety and depression, boost self-esteem and confidence, and address physical symptoms of stress.
Stephanie Swope
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, PPS, NCC
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling to change? Do you know in your mind what you need to do but can't seem to change your pattern? Are you struggling to focus, stay present, or be productive? Maybe little things feel more frustrating, tense, or stressful than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. Even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment, help you understand the root causes of your issues, and teach you practical tools to change your life.
Feeling overwhelmed? Are you struggling to change? Do you know in your mind what you need to do but can't seem to change your pattern? Are you struggling to focus, stay present, or be productive? Maybe little things feel more frustrating, tense, or stressful than usual. Sometimes, we aren't sure what causes our distress, but we can sense we're not reaching our potential for health, happiness, or success. Even when we know the cause, change can still feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen without judgment, help you understand the root causes of your issues, and teach you practical tools to change your life.
Helen Hyesung Ahn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pasadena, CA 91101
In life, people are sometimes feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed as a result of current life stressors or have been living with long-standing issues. I have often observed that many people don’t remember their inner resources or feel they never have any inner wisdom when they are in challenging situations. I believe that therapeutic process could help people remember their innate resources such as strengths, wisdom, positive emotions, etc.I will support people in improving their lives by gaining personal insights, making healthier choices in difficult times, and allowing for positive change to occur in their lives.
In life, people are sometimes feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed as a result of current life stressors or have been living with long-standing issues. I have often observed that many people don’t remember their inner resources or feel they never have any inner wisdom when they are in challenging situations. I believe that therapeutic process could help people remember their innate resources such as strengths, wisdom, positive emotions, etc.I will support people in improving their lives by gaining personal insights, making healthier choices in difficult times, and allowing for positive change to occur in their lives.
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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.