Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

children are encouraged to lead play sessions, and the caregiver is supported by the therapist to provide understanding, comfort, and support for the child. The caregiver is guided to use play therapy skills to support their child, strengthen the caregiver-child relationship, and build attachment. With the therapist’s coaching the caregiver, the child:

• Builds developmentally appropriate independence
• Grows their coping skills and impulse control
• Learns appropriate social and play skills
• Strengthens their communication skills

• Evaluations include a one-hour initial interview to gather background information and current concerns, approximately 4-8 hours of testing (depending on evaluation type) spread out over 1-4 appointments, collection of caregiver questionnaires, school observation/consultation if appropriate, a one-hour feedback session to review results, an additional feedback session with older children/teens if appropriate, and a comprehensive written report with diagnostic impressions and specific recommendations for next steps. Referrals for trusted local treatment providers can also be provided, as needed.

• Evaluations include a one-hour initial interview to gather background information and current concerns, approximately 4-8 hours of testing (depending on evaluation type) spread out over 1-4 appointments, collection of caregiver questionnaires, school observation/consultation if appropriate, a one-hour feedback session to review results, an additional feedback session with older children/teens if appropriate, and a comprehensive written report with diagnostic impressions and specific recommendations for next steps. Referrals for trusted local treatment providers can also be provided, as needed.