Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Abington, PA
Welcome to my profile! My name is Dr. Freeman, I am a Black psychologist, and I am excited to offer you compassionate, skilled, and effective therapy. I support clients managing anxiety and trauma, so if you have a fear of persons, situations, and life events that restricts your well-being and quality of life, get in touch with me. I will assist you in becoming more confident in overcoming these concerns in hopes of easing your journey to recovery. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive, affirming evaluations for trauma, ADHD, and autism. This process supports understanding strengths and areas of growth.
Welcome to my profile! My name is Dr. Freeman, I am a Black psychologist, and I am excited to offer you compassionate, skilled, and effective therapy. I support clients managing anxiety and trauma, so if you have a fear of persons, situations, and life events that restricts your well-being and quality of life, get in touch with me. I will assist you in becoming more confident in overcoming these concerns in hopes of easing your journey to recovery. In addition to therapy, I offer comprehensive, affirming evaluations for trauma, ADHD, and autism. This process supports understanding strengths and areas of growth.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with nearly a decade of experience and a passion for mental health counseling. I provide talk therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups who are experiencing a wide range of symptoms, struggles, and disorders. I specialize in depression, stress management, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and autism. As a queer-affirmative therapist and member of the LGBT community, I embrace diversity and am dedicated to providing quality, affirming care and a safe space for clients of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and identities.
I am a Licensed Social Worker with nearly a decade of experience and a passion for mental health counseling. I provide talk therapy to individuals, couples, families, and groups who are experiencing a wide range of symptoms, struggles, and disorders. I specialize in depression, stress management, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and autism. As a queer-affirmative therapist and member of the LGBT community, I embrace diversity and am dedicated to providing quality, affirming care and a safe space for clients of all backgrounds, ethnicities, and identities.
Rachel is a Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, including children and adolescents. Rachel received her degree from Drexel University with a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Rachel is passionate about working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families, empowering systems to understand their interpersonal and relational challenges that impede their ability to grow and heal.
Rachel is a Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, including children and adolescents. Rachel received her degree from Drexel University with a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Rachel is passionate about working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families, empowering systems to understand their interpersonal and relational challenges that impede their ability to grow and heal.
Stressed-out teens and tweens with a desire and need to learn coping skills to deal with all types of anxieties and life stressors.
Stressed-out teens and tweens with a desire and need to learn coping skills to deal with all types of anxieties and life stressors.
Marlene's life experiences include having been raised in the foster care system one of six children abandoned by both parents. She was diagnosed with Cancer in 2016 and has been in remission since 2018. Marlene has had victory over addiction since 2005. Marlene has counseled mothers with newborns since 1993. Today, her practice concentrates on girl's and women's issues including personal, family, health, and addiction, Marlene has been married since 1985 and has two grown children. Marlene's counseling will be drawn from the timeless wisdom of Christian Scripture, biblically-based resources, and the most recent research.
Marlene's life experiences include having been raised in the foster care system one of six children abandoned by both parents. She was diagnosed with Cancer in 2016 and has been in remission since 2018. Marlene has had victory over addiction since 2005. Marlene has counseled mothers with newborns since 1993. Today, her practice concentrates on girl's and women's issues including personal, family, health, and addiction, Marlene has been married since 1985 and has two grown children. Marlene's counseling will be drawn from the timeless wisdom of Christian Scripture, biblically-based resources, and the most recent research.
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She has certifications in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) as well as Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and as a result is able to support the child directly and the family system supporting the child.
Dr. Vahlsing is experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults. She has specialized interests in treating all types of anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, grief issues, college stress, trauma, and developmental concerns. By virtue of a diverse training background, Dr. Vahlsing utilizes a variety of treatment orientations in her approach to therapy designed to meet the specific needs of individuals or families seeking care, although she is grounded in a cognitive-behavioral framework.
She has certifications in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT) as well as Trauma-Focused CBT (TF-CBT), and as a result is able to support the child directly and the family system supporting the child.
Dr. Vahlsing is experienced in treating children, adolescents, and adults. She has specialized interests in treating all types of anxiety, depression, parenting concerns, self-esteem issues, grief issues, college stress, trauma, and developmental concerns. By virtue of a diverse training background, Dr. Vahlsing utilizes a variety of treatment orientations in her approach to therapy designed to meet the specific needs of individuals or families seeking care, although she is grounded in a cognitive-behavioral framework.
She utilizes parent management training, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, SPACE, RUBI parent training, & cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with families.
Dr. Busch is a pediatric psychologist specializing in developmental and behavioral concerns in early childhood (ages 0-10). She received unique graduate training in a combined pediatric and school psychology program at Lehigh University. Dr. Busch completed her internship and a post-doctoral LEND Fellowship at Nemours Children's Hospital. She has also received training at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Dr. Busch has published and presented at multiple national conferences, and she has extensive experience providing therapy for young children and families in hospital, school, and private practice settings.
She utilizes parent management training, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy, SPACE, RUBI parent training, & cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with families.
Dr. Busch is a pediatric psychologist specializing in developmental and behavioral concerns in early childhood (ages 0-10). She received unique graduate training in a combined pediatric and school psychology program at Lehigh University. Dr. Busch completed her internship and a post-doctoral LEND Fellowship at Nemours Children's Hospital. She has also received training at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). Dr. Busch has published and presented at multiple national conferences, and she has extensive experience providing therapy for young children and families in hospital, school, and private practice settings.
Allison Roman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19132
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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.
Lucero Rave
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19118 (Online Only)
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.
My expertise lies in addressing a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, phobias, early childhood disruptive behaviors ( PCIT), and tics.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who utilizes a collaborative, culturally-responsive, and strengths-based approach to therapy. I am committed to developing a warm, honest, and non-judgmental atmosphere in order to facilitate an emotionally-safe and therapeutic space for growth.
My expertise lies in addressing a range of mental health challenges, including anxiety disorders, OCD, depression, trauma, phobias, early childhood disruptive behaviors ( PCIT), and tics.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist who utilizes a collaborative, culturally-responsive, and strengths-based approach to therapy. I am committed to developing a warm, honest, and non-judgmental atmosphere in order to facilitate an emotionally-safe and therapeutic space for growth.
Heather Batalden
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19149 (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.
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.
Lucero Eberly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19119 (Online Only)
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.
Lucero Rave
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19144 (Online Only)
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.
Kerri Petroski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19134 (Online Only)
I am also certified in PCIT, working with parents and their children, whom are experiencing severe behavioral challenges.
Welcome! Your journey towards healing, self-discovery and improved quality of life begins now! My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space to chat, explore, heal and grow. Let's face it...life is hard. I want to help you, help yourself. You have the power to change your narrative, despite all the hardships life is constantly throwing at you. I take a genuine, raw, and compassionate approach to supporting you in improving your quality of life, finding meaning and accepting things out of your control.
I am also certified in PCIT, working with parents and their children, whom are experiencing severe behavioral challenges.
Welcome! Your journey towards healing, self-discovery and improved quality of life begins now! My goal as your therapist is to create a safe space to chat, explore, heal and grow. Let's face it...life is hard. I want to help you, help yourself. You have the power to change your narrative, despite all the hardships life is constantly throwing at you. I take a genuine, raw, and compassionate approach to supporting you in improving your quality of life, finding meaning and accepting things out of your control.
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.
Licensed Professional Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSEd, NCSC, NCC
Verified Verified
Manayunk, PA 19127
I specialize in therapy for children, pre-school through adolescence, and their families. I also work with a broad spectrum of adults and couples. I combine therapeutic play, mind-body and brain-based therapies, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. My work with adults is solution focused to help you better understand and resolve life challenges. Combining talk therapy with Cognitive Behavioral therapies, we work together to help you process deep emotions and negative thoughts that can interfere with daily life.
I specialize in therapy for children, pre-school through adolescence, and their families. I also work with a broad spectrum of adults and couples. I combine therapeutic play, mind-body and brain-based therapies, mindfulness, and cognitive-behavioral techniques to help children better understand their feelings, thoughts, and behaviors. My work with adults is solution focused to help you better understand and resolve life challenges. Combining talk therapy with Cognitive Behavioral therapies, we work together to help you process deep emotions and negative thoughts that can interfere with daily life.
Developing a contemplative and compassionate relationship with ourselves is fundamental to healing and well-being. Inequity, trauma and feeling alone or not understood can unsettle this fundamental relationship. What’s more, when we’re struggling to love ourselves, often we're also struggling in relationships with others. I offer therapeutic support drawing on a variety of approaches to promote a stronger sense of connection with self and others. I offer a safe and accepting space to all identities. I aim to be an actively engaged, warm, and a mindfully attuned collaborator in the therapeutic process.
Developing a contemplative and compassionate relationship with ourselves is fundamental to healing and well-being. Inequity, trauma and feeling alone or not understood can unsettle this fundamental relationship. What’s more, when we’re struggling to love ourselves, often we're also struggling in relationships with others. I offer therapeutic support drawing on a variety of approaches to promote a stronger sense of connection with self and others. I offer a safe and accepting space to all identities. I aim to be an actively engaged, warm, and a mindfully attuned collaborator in the therapeutic process.
Trish R Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Horsham, PA 19044 (Online Only)
Everyone can use an objective voice to help them work out what is going on in their lives. Sometimes relief can begin just by deciding that a little help won’t hurt. “Beneath every behavior there is a feeling. And beneath each feeling is a need. And when we meet that need rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom” (Ashleigh Warner). This is my philosophy for counseling. I have done work with children/adolescents and their families. Mental health concerns manifest differently in children/teens than they do in adults, and I know what to look for and how to help find the skills to help.
Everyone can use an objective voice to help them work out what is going on in their lives. Sometimes relief can begin just by deciding that a little help won’t hurt. “Beneath every behavior there is a feeling. And beneath each feeling is a need. And when we meet that need rather than focus on the behavior, we begin to deal with the cause, not the symptom” (Ashleigh Warner). This is my philosophy for counseling. I have done work with children/adolescents and their families. Mental health concerns manifest differently in children/teens than they do in adults, and I know what to look for and how to help find the skills to help.
Michelle Davis is a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Master's Degree of Social Work from Widener University. Each client is uniquely different. As your therapist, Michelle will work together with you to identify your needs and challenges. Her approach involves helping clients identify and understanding specific needs to help establish goals. She prides herself on connecting, listening, and establishing a trusting partnership to help navigate behaviors, parenting, and life challenges.
Michelle Davis is a Licensed Social Worker in Pennsylvania who has been practicing since 2015. She has a Master's Degree of Social Work from Widener University. Each client is uniquely different. As your therapist, Michelle will work together with you to identify your needs and challenges. Her approach involves helping clients identify and understanding specific needs to help establish goals. She prides herself on connecting, listening, and establishing a trusting partnership to help navigate behaviors, parenting, and life challenges.
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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.