Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Darien, CT
I am a mental health practitioner with over 20 years experience. My goal is to help clients who feel they are struggling in any area of their life. Together we will find solutions, build coping skills to manage, and set and meet goals in order to live a well balanced and fulfilled life. My approach is highly individualized whether I am working with individuals, couples or families. I truly believe change is possible and focus on using client centered and strengths based perspectives to help clients find authenticity and connection.
I am a mental health practitioner with over 20 years experience. My goal is to help clients who feel they are struggling in any area of their life. Together we will find solutions, build coping skills to manage, and set and meet goals in order to live a well balanced and fulfilled life. My approach is highly individualized whether I am working with individuals, couples or families. I truly believe change is possible and focus on using client centered and strengths based perspectives to help clients find authenticity and connection.
Hi, my name is Dana Nuzzo. Ultimately, my ideal client wants to feel seen, heard, and understood. They want to reclaim their power and agency, to rewrite their story and create a life that aligns with their values and aspirations. And they choose to embark on this journey because they believe they deserve it—they deserve to live a life filled with love, purpose, and possibility. In envisioning my ideal client, I see someone who is brave and ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. They may be struggling with a myriad of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties.
Hi, my name is Dana Nuzzo. Ultimately, my ideal client wants to feel seen, heard, and understood. They want to reclaim their power and agency, to rewrite their story and create a life that aligns with their values and aspirations. And they choose to embark on this journey because they believe they deserve it—they deserve to live a life filled with love, purpose, and possibility. In envisioning my ideal client, I see someone who is brave and ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and healing. They may be struggling with a myriad of issues, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, or relationship difficulties.
Carrie Ross Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFT
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
I help clients to break patterns that are no longer working, communicate more effectively, resolve relationship crises, and learn more about themselves as partners and as people. I see clients from all backgrounds and relationship styles, including LGBTQ+ community and those in non-monogamous relationship structures. I help individuals, both kids and adults, couples, and families identify and understand patterns that are no longer working and, co-create goals to support growth and change for both the self and their relationships.
I help clients to break patterns that are no longer working, communicate more effectively, resolve relationship crises, and learn more about themselves as partners and as people. I see clients from all backgrounds and relationship styles, including LGBTQ+ community and those in non-monogamous relationship structures. I help individuals, both kids and adults, couples, and families identify and understand patterns that are no longer working and, co-create goals to support growth and change for both the self and their relationships.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
Dr. Dobbs is an accomplished clinical psychologist with over fifteen years of experience between teaching and clinical work. She specializes in working with children, teens, and adults and has worked across various settings, including private practice, school, residential, and community mental health. Her therapeutic approach is rooted in the gold standard of treatment, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which provides faster, more effective results. With children and teens, she goes beyond the traditional confines of therapy by harnessing their natural creativity, integrating art, music, games, journaling, and other creative outlets.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy, I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and children (ages 12 or older) who suffer from depression, anxieties, grief/trauma, social/behavioral challenges, and school problems. My approach centers around solution focused strategies where I place an emphasis on the strengths of my clients. I stress the importance of involving any/all supports in the therapeutic process and I am committed to the helping and healing of the whole family.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker practicing psychotherapy, I specialize in working with adults, adolescents, and children (ages 12 or older) who suffer from depression, anxieties, grief/trauma, social/behavioral challenges, and school problems. My approach centers around solution focused strategies where I place an emphasis on the strengths of my clients. I stress the importance of involving any/all supports in the therapeutic process and I am committed to the helping and healing of the whole family.
Beth O'Malley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820
With over 30 years experience treating adults and children, I make myself available to provide support throughout crisis. Reaching out for support can be difficult and anxiety provoking. Struggles with depression can prevent one from seeking help. I allow an hour and a half for an initial consultation for you or a loved one. You will find me to be direct, honest, readily available and straightforward in my approach to facilitating change and growth. Specialties include: CBT, (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), anxiety, depression, addiction, marital strife, Care for the Caregiver Executives & Professionals. Weekend appointments.
With over 30 years experience treating adults and children, I make myself available to provide support throughout crisis. Reaching out for support can be difficult and anxiety provoking. Struggles with depression can prevent one from seeking help. I allow an hour and a half for an initial consultation for you or a loved one. You will find me to be direct, honest, readily available and straightforward in my approach to facilitating change and growth. Specialties include: CBT, (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), anxiety, depression, addiction, marital strife, Care for the Caregiver Executives & Professionals. Weekend appointments.
Allen Levy, PhD, LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, NCPsyA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820
I love helping people who are working through some particular life struggles. Life itself is a challenge to be met by all of us, with many obstacles that can get in the way. Sometimes it is difficult to see through the difficulties and navigate the maze of life's problems. I am here to help. I work with everyone in strengthening their personal self-confidence, self-esteem so that each person's potential can be maximized. I enjoy working with people of all ages, no matter what the problem or illness.
I love helping people who are working through some particular life struggles. Life itself is a challenge to be met by all of us, with many obstacles that can get in the way. Sometimes it is difficult to see through the difficulties and navigate the maze of life's problems. I am here to help. I work with everyone in strengthening their personal self-confidence, self-esteem so that each person's potential can be maximized. I enjoy working with people of all ages, no matter what the problem or illness.
Child & Family Therapist | Medina Cecunjanin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Darien, CT 06820
Welcome! As a child and family therapist, I'm dedicated to providing a safe, supportive space for you to explore and overcome obstacles. With a trauma informed approach, I understand the impact of adverse experiences on individuals and relationships. My expertise is in using play and art therapy to help young people develop social and emotional skills, address learning and behavioral challenges, and improve their self esteem and relationships.
Welcome! As a child and family therapist, I'm dedicated to providing a safe, supportive space for you to explore and overcome obstacles. With a trauma informed approach, I understand the impact of adverse experiences on individuals and relationships. My expertise is in using play and art therapy to help young people develop social and emotional skills, address learning and behavioral challenges, and improve their self esteem and relationships.
In my practice I offer expert assessment, in-depth understanding and ongoing, practical guidance to parents of children from infancy through adolescence. I am an extensively trained and experienced child psychologist, with degrees from Columbia, Harvard and Boston Universities. I have an exceptional understanding of my discipline and a broad range of treatment options at my disposal. I feel strongly that treatment and guidance should be carefully matched to the needs of the individual child and family.
In my practice I offer expert assessment, in-depth understanding and ongoing, practical guidance to parents of children from infancy through adolescence. I am an extensively trained and experienced child psychologist, with degrees from Columbia, Harvard and Boston Universities. I have an exceptional understanding of my discipline and a broad range of treatment options at my disposal. I feel strongly that treatment and guidance should be carefully matched to the needs of the individual child and family.
Your family's wellness solution. For over a decade, Lift has served as CT's premier choice for counseling, psychotherapy, concierge medical, psychological testing, and nutrition services. Equipped to meet the myriad of needs of modern families, Lift's multidisciplinary team provides psychiatric evaluations, dietary services, individual, group, couples & family therapy, eating disorder treatment, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ADHD evaluations & care, play therapy, career/effectiveness coaching, and mood and anxiety treatment, in person (Westport CT,) and remotely (CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.)
Your family's wellness solution. For over a decade, Lift has served as CT's premier choice for counseling, psychotherapy, concierge medical, psychological testing, and nutrition services. Equipped to meet the myriad of needs of modern families, Lift's multidisciplinary team provides psychiatric evaluations, dietary services, individual, group, couples & family therapy, eating disorder treatment, CBT, DBT, EMDR, ADHD evaluations & care, play therapy, career/effectiveness coaching, and mood and anxiety treatment, in person (Westport CT,) and remotely (CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.)
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
Dr. Pamela Jimenez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LICSW, MBA
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
Whether you or your loved one are facing challenges at school, work, or home, seeking support is a powerful first step toward meaningful change. I offer a complimentary consultation to better understand your unique situation and begin the journey forward. My therapeutic approach starts with a comprehensive evaluation, allowing us to collaboratively develop a personalized treatment plan with both short- and long-term goals. As a licensed clinical social worker with a PhD in psychology and extensive training in evidence-based therapies from Harvard and Columbia University, I am dedicated to helping you reach your treatment goals.
Whether you or your loved one are facing challenges at school, work, or home, seeking support is a powerful first step toward meaningful change. I offer a complimentary consultation to better understand your unique situation and begin the journey forward. My therapeutic approach starts with a comprehensive evaluation, allowing us to collaboratively develop a personalized treatment plan with both short- and long-term goals. As a licensed clinical social worker with a PhD in psychology and extensive training in evidence-based therapies from Harvard and Columbia University, I am dedicated to helping you reach your treatment goals.
Hi, I am Dr Julia, director of Creative Therapies. Over thirty years, I have developed and fine-tuned a unique, whole-child approach to child therapy. After your consultation, initial parent intake and goal setting, your child will enter therapy. Whether your child plays, draws, or talks, the challenges will present for healing, usually in the very first session, and often different from what the parents identified. Your child will play, resolve and master challenges. And, unlike traditional child therapy, you will participate in weekly phone discussions, including assignments, techniques and answers to your questions and concerns.
Hi, I am Dr Julia, director of Creative Therapies. Over thirty years, I have developed and fine-tuned a unique, whole-child approach to child therapy. After your consultation, initial parent intake and goal setting, your child will enter therapy. Whether your child plays, draws, or talks, the challenges will present for healing, usually in the very first session, and often different from what the parents identified. Your child will play, resolve and master challenges. And, unlike traditional child therapy, you will participate in weekly phone discussions, including assignments, techniques and answers to your questions and concerns.
Lift Wellness Group has proudly served as Southwestern Connecticut's premier outpatient counseling, psychotherapy, medical and dietary group for seven years. Located in the heart of downtown Westport, CT, our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, young adult counseling, both in person and remotely in CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.
Lift Wellness Group has proudly served as Southwestern Connecticut's premier outpatient counseling, psychotherapy, medical and dietary group for seven years. Located in the heart of downtown Westport, CT, our multidisciplinary team provides eating disorder recovery services, psychiatric evaluations and medication management, dietary services, group therapy, meal support, CBT, DBT, EMDR, executive function coaching, ADHD evaluations and treatment, play therapy, couples counseling, mood and anxiety treatment, therapy for teens, young adult counseling, both in person and remotely in CT, TN, VA, CO, TX, NY, FL, MA, DC, GA, NC, PA.
Eunice Penny Matthews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, CT 06820
Not accepting new clients
I have had a great deal of success working with troubled adolescents, mother/daughter conflict, complex trauma, and individuals struggling with life's challenges. I have had post graduate training in psychotherapy and Dialectical Behavior therapy and EMDR ( Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) EMDR is an evidence based therapy in the treatment of PTSD, Trauma, and those suffering from childhood neglect and abuse.
I have had a great deal of success working with troubled adolescents, mother/daughter conflict, complex trauma, and individuals struggling with life's challenges. I have had post graduate training in psychotherapy and Dialectical Behavior therapy and EMDR ( Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing) EMDR is an evidence based therapy in the treatment of PTSD, Trauma, and those suffering from childhood neglect and abuse.
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I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), mindfulness, and relational approaches.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with children, adolescents, parents, and individuals in the pregnancy and postpartum period. In addition to my private practice, I am a psychologist in New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center's pediatric psychiatry department. With warmth and sensitivity, I aim to form a strong therapeutic relationship from which desired change can be effectively achieved. You may be feeling stressed by the demands of your parenting role, life transitions, or by your child’s complicated behavioral and emotional needs.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Parent Management Training, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT), mindfulness, and relational approaches.
As a licensed clinical psychologist, I work with children, adolescents, parents, and individuals in the pregnancy and postpartum period. In addition to my private practice, I am a psychologist in New York Presbyterian/Columbia University Medical Center's pediatric psychiatry department. With warmth and sensitivity, I aim to form a strong therapeutic relationship from which desired change can be effectively achieved. You may be feeling stressed by the demands of your parenting role, life transitions, or by your child’s complicated behavioral and emotional needs.
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you?I understand the impact of your psychological health and am committed to helping during this time.I provide individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of disorders using evidence-based approaches and a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.I work with children with diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Attachment disorders, Social anxiety,and many others
Have you ever wondered whether in person or video therapy would work for you?I understand the impact of your psychological health and am committed to helping during this time.I provide individual and family psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a broad range of disorders using evidence-based approaches and a variety of modalities, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Family Systems.I work with children with diagnoses of Anxiety, Depression, Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD), Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), Attachment disorders, Social anxiety,and many others
I am a clinical psychologist post doctoral fellow with expertise in treating children and young adults in a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, academic and career struggles, and self-esteem issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from children, adolescents, college and graduate students to parents and executives. Whether your child is experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck, I can help your child get their life back on track and reach their full potential. My clients often see reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
I am a clinical psychologist post doctoral fellow with expertise in treating children and young adults in a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, academic and career struggles, and self-esteem issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from children, adolescents, college and graduate students to parents and executives. Whether your child is experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck, I can help your child get their life back on track and reach their full potential. My clients often see reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
Starting a counselling process can feel daunting. Your Journey begins with a single step which you have already made by reading this information. You may feel stuck with anxious and/or depressed feelings and would like to learn healthy ways to cope and move forward. Would you like to learn more positive ways of communicating with your child, partner, parent or family? Or perhaps you wish to have a deeper connection with your partner. You hold the key to make positive changes for a happier, satisfying and fulfilling life.
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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.