Parent-Child Interaction (PCIT) Therapists in Clarksville, TN
Goodness of fit matters for more than just scheduling. All of our providers have specialties, so no matter the reason for seeking services we have some one for you.
Goodness of fit matters for more than just scheduling. All of our providers have specialties, so no matter the reason for seeking services we have some one for you.
Tamera J Scorpio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, TN 37043
I have a passion for working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I love to learn about a person's unique experiences, whether it be trauma, depression, anxiety, or something else. I want to help you navigate those difficult thoughts and emotions and gain freedom from the everyday struggles that are holding you back. I want to help you achieve your goals and find the confidence to know that you can.
I have a passion for working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault and enjoy working with people of all ages and backgrounds. I love to learn about a person's unique experiences, whether it be trauma, depression, anxiety, or something else. I want to help you navigate those difficult thoughts and emotions and gain freedom from the everyday struggles that are holding you back. I want to help you achieve your goals and find the confidence to know that you can.
Sunrise Counseling Services LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clarksville, TN 37040
At Sunrise Counseling, we prioritize your well-being, offering a serene, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment. We understand that seeking counseling is a significant decision, and in life's challenges, we all may require extra support. Whether facing daily struggles, life events, crises, or uncharted emotional difficulties, our professional counseling provides unbiased guidance and support to help you navigate and resolve your emotional concerns.
At Sunrise Counseling, we prioritize your well-being, offering a serene, empathetic, and non-judgmental environment. We understand that seeking counseling is a significant decision, and in life's challenges, we all may require extra support. Whether facing daily struggles, life events, crises, or uncharted emotional difficulties, our professional counseling provides unbiased guidance and support to help you navigate and resolve your emotional concerns.
Dayciaa C. Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Clarksville, TN 37040
Happy Hello! I counsel children and adolescents, from ages 6-18, on academic and behavioral matters including, but not limited to, the following: Goal-Setting, Study Skills, Test-Taking Strategies, Organization/Time Management, Non-Violent Conflict Resolution, Respect/Responsibility, Decision-Making, New School Transitions, Self-Esteem Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Stress Management, Anger Management, and College/Career Awareness, Exploration and Planning. I also work with adults of all ages and life stages on a range of issues, including anxiety and depression, eating disorders and PTSD.
Happy Hello! I counsel children and adolescents, from ages 6-18, on academic and behavioral matters including, but not limited to, the following: Goal-Setting, Study Skills, Test-Taking Strategies, Organization/Time Management, Non-Violent Conflict Resolution, Respect/Responsibility, Decision-Making, New School Transitions, Self-Esteem Issues, Grief/Bereavement, Stress Management, Anger Management, and College/Career Awareness, Exploration and Planning. I also work with adults of all ages and life stages on a range of issues, including anxiety and depression, eating disorders and PTSD.
As a Clinician, I work with a mixed population of children and adults, across a wide range of treatment modalities. My youngest client is 3 years old and my oldest is 53 years old. I feel called to work with individuals who have been exposed to traumatic events in their lives. Trauma therapy allows children to communicate, express feelings, modify behavior, develop problem-solving skills, and learn a variety of ways of relating to others. In working with adults, I want to help you break through the barriers of your trauma experience that have hindered you in life. Do you desire to push past the pain, and find your healing?
As a Clinician, I work with a mixed population of children and adults, across a wide range of treatment modalities. My youngest client is 3 years old and my oldest is 53 years old. I feel called to work with individuals who have been exposed to traumatic events in their lives. Trauma therapy allows children to communicate, express feelings, modify behavior, develop problem-solving skills, and learn a variety of ways of relating to others. In working with adults, I want to help you break through the barriers of your trauma experience that have hindered you in life. Do you desire to push past the pain, and find your healing?
Deandra Calvin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Clarksville, TN 37042 (Online Only)
I am Deandra Calvin, a licensed professional counselor with a mental health specialty. I believe that there a few things more fulfilling than witnessing a person experience growth and healing. I strongly believe that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected and that they influence our worldview. My communication style is mostly collaborative where information is exchanged and topics are discussed to achieve a common goal. I also lean toward an assertive communication style allowing space for authentic expression while maintaining respect for all.
I am Deandra Calvin, a licensed professional counselor with a mental health specialty. I believe that there a few things more fulfilling than witnessing a person experience growth and healing. I strongly believe that our thoughts, emotions, and behaviors are interconnected and that they influence our worldview. My communication style is mostly collaborative where information is exchanged and topics are discussed to achieve a common goal. I also lean toward an assertive communication style allowing space for authentic expression while maintaining respect for all.
Robert Tommy Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Clarksville, TN 37043 (Online Only)
I have 37 years, experience working with individuals, families and children in the home, community and, school. I have also worked with developmentally disabled adults and children in private homes and in group homes. I have spent 6 years, as a drug and alcohol counselor. I have also worked in assisted living facilities with individuals 65 and over with memory care deficits. I have also worked with individuals that are housebound.
I have 37 years, experience working with individuals, families and children in the home, community and, school. I have also worked with developmentally disabled adults and children in private homes and in group homes. I have spent 6 years, as a drug and alcohol counselor. I have also worked in assisted living facilities with individuals 65 and over with memory care deficits. I have also worked with individuals that are housebound.
Lori Gilmore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Clarksville, TN 37042 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or anxious? Life can become unmanageable and stressful for anybody. Feelings of anxiety and depression can occur from time to time, but if these feelings become ongoing or are affecting your career, relationships or goals, then seeing a therapist is helpful, even life changing. Are you having insomnia, panic attacks, social anxiety or just feeling lost, these are all indications that you deserve some help. We go to a physician when physically ill, but do we take care of our mental health the same way? We are taught to stay strong, but sometimes strong, means finding the courage to ask for help.
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed or anxious? Life can become unmanageable and stressful for anybody. Feelings of anxiety and depression can occur from time to time, but if these feelings become ongoing or are affecting your career, relationships or goals, then seeing a therapist is helpful, even life changing. Are you having insomnia, panic attacks, social anxiety or just feeling lost, these are all indications that you deserve some help. We go to a physician when physically ill, but do we take care of our mental health the same way? We are taught to stay strong, but sometimes strong, means finding the courage to ask for help.
Online Therapists
Preston Lang
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, -MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37203
I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Attachment Theory & Internal Family Systems.
We begin to develop our sense of Self & identity through our interactions with others at an early age. Our self-esteem, our thought patterns that contribute to anxiety or depression, our choice of a partner later in life--- all are heavily influenced by our relationships with those around us. When you begin to understand the origin of your thoughts, feelings and behavioral patterns, you are better able to navigate your life. Therapy allows us to heal from trauma, process our grief, ease conflicts in our personal relationships, and develop a clearer sense of self.
I am trained in Trauma-Focused CBT, Parent Child Interaction Therapy, Attachment Theory & Internal Family Systems.
We begin to develop our sense of Self & identity through our interactions with others at an early age. Our self-esteem, our thought patterns that contribute to anxiety or depression, our choice of a partner later in life--- all are heavily influenced by our relationships with those around us. When you begin to understand the origin of your thoughts, feelings and behavioral patterns, you are better able to navigate your life. Therapy allows us to heal from trauma, process our grief, ease conflicts in our personal relationships, and develop a clearer sense of self.
Heather Mann
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Summertown, TN 38483 (Online Only)
My expertise includes Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE), Mental Health First Aid, PCIT and Play Therapy.
I support individuals of all ages in managing mental health challenges, including anxiety/depression, trauma, grief, and mood disorders. For children's therapy, I emphasize collaborating with parents & caregivers to promote healthy development. My approach is tailored to each client's age, maturity, learning style, and interests, ensuring developmentally appropriate interventions. Teaching clients that overcoming cognitive, emotional, & behavioral challenges requires effort and perseverance. This perspective fosters resilience & personal growth, empowering clients to develop new skills for managing life's difficulties.
My expertise includes Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE), Mental Health First Aid, PCIT and Play Therapy.
I support individuals of all ages in managing mental health challenges, including anxiety/depression, trauma, grief, and mood disorders. For children's therapy, I emphasize collaborating with parents & caregivers to promote healthy development. My approach is tailored to each client's age, maturity, learning style, and interests, ensuring developmentally appropriate interventions. Teaching clients that overcoming cognitive, emotional, & behavioral challenges requires effort and perseverance. This perspective fosters resilience & personal growth, empowering clients to develop new skills for managing life's difficulties.
Merna A Elsols
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, RPT™
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Brentwood, TN 37027
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), EMDR with Addictions and Complex Trauma Protocols; Brainspotting; Play Therapy; Digital Play Therapy; Theraplay; Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT); Prepare/Enrich; Gottman Method; and Question/Persuade/Refer Suicide Prevention (QPR).
Healing happens when we attend to our attachment wounds, address our inner parts' needs, and adopt healthy communication patterns and boundaries. When we feel heard in safe spaces, we can begin to unpack our hurts, explore our needs, and express our feelings. I utilize an integrative and supportive approach to honor clients' stories and needs, establish and reignite meaningful relationships, and practice mindful emotional expression. My goal is to support clients as they process past memories, enhance present connections, and plan for the future.
I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), EMDR with Addictions and Complex Trauma Protocols; Brainspotting; Play Therapy; Digital Play Therapy; Theraplay; Parent-Child Interaction Therapy ( PCIT); Prepare/Enrich; Gottman Method; and Question/Persuade/Refer Suicide Prevention (QPR).
Healing happens when we attend to our attachment wounds, address our inner parts' needs, and adopt healthy communication patterns and boundaries. When we feel heard in safe spaces, we can begin to unpack our hurts, explore our needs, and express our feelings. I utilize an integrative and supportive approach to honor clients' stories and needs, establish and reignite meaningful relationships, and practice mindful emotional expression. My goal is to support clients as they process past memories, enhance present connections, and plan for the future.
In Harmony Counseling/Angela J. Turner/Supervision
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37215 (Online Only)
Couples, Families, Youth, Adults are welcome here! I lean toward CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and PCIT to help individuals, couples, and families.
You've tried it all, I get it! Life can really throw some curve balls…but counseling can help soften the blows. Conflict, trauma, and inner turmoil are all part of the human condition, but we don’t have to dwell in those places. Here, in this safe space, you are invited to explore avenues of growth and understanding. I offer compassionate, objective support and guidance. Whether the focus is on internal struggles or on improving connections with your partner or your children, it is my goal to help you find the balance and peace that helps you live your best life. Dare to heal, elevate, and live more abundantly!
Couples, Families, Youth, Adults are welcome here! I lean toward CBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, and PCIT to help individuals, couples, and families.
You've tried it all, I get it! Life can really throw some curve balls…but counseling can help soften the blows. Conflict, trauma, and inner turmoil are all part of the human condition, but we don’t have to dwell in those places. Here, in this safe space, you are invited to explore avenues of growth and understanding. I offer compassionate, objective support and guidance. Whether the focus is on internal struggles or on improving connections with your partner or your children, it is my goal to help you find the balance and peace that helps you live your best life. Dare to heal, elevate, and live more abundantly!
Anika K Mullen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
Hendersonville, TN 37075 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I look forward to speaking with you in a free consultation/tech check appointment to see if PCIT would be a good fit for your child.
Have the terrible 2's never stopped or gotten worse after your child turned 2.5 yrs? Do you have a young child with more frequent, long, or intense temper tantrums and behavior problems than is expected for the child’s age? Does your child seem to get a thrill out of purposely annoying others, get in trouble regularly at preschool, or react with defiance and aggression to adult requests and limits? Or, is your child so anxious that you are dreading daycare or school drop offs because your child has to be pried off of you? Is your child struggling to adjust to a big transition like parents’ divorce, a new sibling, grief, or trauma?
I look forward to speaking with you in a free consultation/tech check appointment to see if PCIT would be a good fit for your child.
Have the terrible 2's never stopped or gotten worse after your child turned 2.5 yrs? Do you have a young child with more frequent, long, or intense temper tantrums and behavior problems than is expected for the child’s age? Does your child seem to get a thrill out of purposely annoying others, get in trouble regularly at preschool, or react with defiance and aggression to adult requests and limits? Or, is your child so anxious that you are dreading daycare or school drop offs because your child has to be pried off of you? Is your child struggling to adjust to a big transition like parents’ divorce, a new sibling, grief, or trauma?
I am owner and clinic director of The Child and Family Counseling Center located in Cool Springs. Our team at the child and family counseling center is trained to provide therapy for children, teens, adults, families, couples, and parents. Several of our providers are certified in PCIT to help parents of children as young as 2 build healthier attachments and address problematic behavior. We teach research based tools that are useful for client's dealing with anxiety, depression, mood swings, or just feeling overwhelmed. We can also teach client's techniques to improve social skills, communication, and family interactions.
I am owner and clinic director of The Child and Family Counseling Center located in Cool Springs. Our team at the child and family counseling center is trained to provide therapy for children, teens, adults, families, couples, and parents. Several of our providers are certified in PCIT to help parents of children as young as 2 build healthier attachments and address problematic behavior. We teach research based tools that are useful for client's dealing with anxiety, depression, mood swings, or just feeling overwhelmed. We can also teach client's techniques to improve social skills, communication, and family interactions.
I am trained in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), trained in Selective Mutism, and currently in PCIT-training.
I enjoy walking alongside girls, teens, and parents who are navigating through anxiety, depression, big emotions, life transitions, and other challenges individuals may face in their early years. I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients to reach their goals through a collaborative, mindful, and holistic approach; which is centered on trust, innovation, and safety. I want each client to feel empowered in reaching their goals. It is my goal to help you feel seen and heard throughout the therapeutic process.
I am trained in Supportive Parenting for Anxious Childhood Emotions (SPACE), trained in Selective Mutism, and currently in PCIT-training.
I enjoy walking alongside girls, teens, and parents who are navigating through anxiety, depression, big emotions, life transitions, and other challenges individuals may face in their early years. I am passionate about building strong relationships with clients to reach their goals through a collaborative, mindful, and holistic approach; which is centered on trust, innovation, and safety. I want each client to feel empowered in reaching their goals. It is my goal to help you feel seen and heard throughout the therapeutic process.
Child Family Therapy Collective
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Nashville, TN 37207
Waitlist for new clients
I am a certified PCIT therapist (and trainer) and PCIT for selective mutism expert (therapist and trainer) with nearly 10 years of experience in the fiend.
I work with children and families to target their clinical concerns in the treatment of of selective mutism, anxiety, disruptive behavior and other behavioral concerns in children and adolescents. Parent training is at the core of my work as you are with your child the most, it is vital that you feel skilled to support your child at home outside of the treatment room. We work with teachers, family, and community when appropriate to treatment to take treatment goals out of the therapy room.
I am a certified PCIT therapist (and trainer) and PCIT for selective mutism expert (therapist and trainer) with nearly 10 years of experience in the fiend.
I work with children and families to target their clinical concerns in the treatment of of selective mutism, anxiety, disruptive behavior and other behavioral concerns in children and adolescents. Parent training is at the core of my work as you are with your child the most, it is vital that you feel skilled to support your child at home outside of the treatment room. We work with teachers, family, and community when appropriate to treatment to take treatment goals out of the therapy room.
I provide therapy free of judgement and believe that my clients are the experts on them. I provide trauma informed care and utilize an Eclectic and person-centered approach to therapy since no one modality fits all. Therapy is a collaborative process where we will work as a team to get clients to a place where they want to be.
I provide therapy free of judgement and believe that my clients are the experts on them. I provide trauma informed care and utilize an Eclectic and person-centered approach to therapy since no one modality fits all. Therapy is a collaborative process where we will work as a team to get clients to a place where they want to be.
After experiencing my own trials in life, I learned just how beneficial counseling can be to supporting us through life’s difficulties. It is my goal to provide that healthy support to others who are walking hard paths. For me, the therapeutic relationship involves a mutual learning from one another, as well as addressing a person’s needs from all arenas, including emotional, physical, and spiritual. An understanding of attachment helps me encourage clients to find clarity in their lives and healthier relationships with self and others. I am grateful for the honor of being a safe space for clients.
After experiencing my own trials in life, I learned just how beneficial counseling can be to supporting us through life’s difficulties. It is my goal to provide that healthy support to others who are walking hard paths. For me, the therapeutic relationship involves a mutual learning from one another, as well as addressing a person’s needs from all arenas, including emotional, physical, and spiritual. An understanding of attachment helps me encourage clients to find clarity in their lives and healthier relationships with self and others. I am grateful for the honor of being a safe space for clients.
Lindsey Stevens
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MMFT, (temp)
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Nashville, TN 37214
I believe we can all use a little help sometimes. We all experience situations where we need some help figuring out how to move forward in life. It can feel like we've hit a wall and the ways we once faced our problems are no longer working for us. Or we've come up against something we never expected and we're not quite sure how to handle it. I think from the time we are little and through our different experiences we learn how to handle our problems and there can come a time when the way we've learned to handle things does not serve us well. Ultimately, I believe this can lead to incredible growth and an opportunity to re-evaluate.
I believe we can all use a little help sometimes. We all experience situations where we need some help figuring out how to move forward in life. It can feel like we've hit a wall and the ways we once faced our problems are no longer working for us. Or we've come up against something we never expected and we're not quite sure how to handle it. I think from the time we are little and through our different experiences we learn how to handle our problems and there can come a time when the way we've learned to handle things does not serve us well. Ultimately, I believe this can lead to incredible growth and an opportunity to re-evaluate.
Being Balanced Psychological Services PLLC
Psychologist, MS LMFT, PhD LP, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Franklin, TN 37064
Discovering the intricacies of the human brain can be a fascinating journey, one that is as personal as it is profound. As a clinical neuropsychologist, I am deeply committed to guiding you through this journey with care and expertise. My practice is a safe harbor for those who seek to understand the marvels and mysteries of their own minds. I understand that each brain is as unique as the person to which it belongs. This is why I offer personalized neuropsychological evaluations—a process where we work together to uncover the specific ways your brain works. These evaluations are like a detailed map; they show us not only the areas
Discovering the intricacies of the human brain can be a fascinating journey, one that is as personal as it is profound. As a clinical neuropsychologist, I am deeply committed to guiding you through this journey with care and expertise. My practice is a safe harbor for those who seek to understand the marvels and mysteries of their own minds. I understand that each brain is as unique as the person to which it belongs. This is why I offer personalized neuropsychological evaluations—a process where we work together to uncover the specific ways your brain works. These evaluations are like a detailed map; they show us not only the areas
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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.