Welcome to PCIT International

Larissa Niec's psychology labParent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is an empirically-supported treatment for young children with emotional and behavioral disorders that places emphasis on improving the quality of the parent-child relationship and changing parent-child interaction patterns. PCIT International was created to promote fidelity in the practice of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy through well-conducted research, training, and continuing education of therapists and trainers. By creating an interface between the scholarly activities of PCIT researchers and the expertise of front-line clinicians, PCIT International promotes healthy family functioning.

The goals of PCIT International are to:

  • Foster the growth and expertise of the network of local, regional, national, and international PCIT therapists
  • Highlight the research activities and clinical innovations developed by the PCIT community
  • Empower parents to make changes that will lead to a nurturing and secure relationship with their children
  • Improve the lives of children and families worldwide through the provision of sound, empirically-based assessment and treatment.

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Happy New Year!


On behalf of PCIT International, I’d like to take this opportunity to say “Happy New Year!” I saw this little sign in a gift shop a few months ago and thought that it was especially relevant to our work as PCIT therapists. I hope that 2012 is off to a wonderful start for all of you…its going to be a good year : )  [Read more]

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