Policy and Advocacy Task Force

Chair
Chair Miya Barnett
Email:  mbarnett@education.ucsb.edu
Committee Members
  • Tripp Ake
  • Cheryl McNeil
  • Amanda N'zi
  • Ashley Scudder
  • Catherine Wright
The purpose of the Policy & Advocacy Task force is to:
  • Bring forward a clinical voice within PCIT International
  • Further strengthen the involvement of stakeholders and families in PCIT International
  • Address concerns, facilitate discussion, and provide assistance around PCIT implementation, dissemination, and sustainability within the community
Successes:
  • Facilitated the development of Global Trainer calls for certified clinicians and Within Agency Trainers
  • Organized stakeholder networking event at conference
Future Priorities:
  • Create resources for stakeholders, clinicians, families, state agencies, etc. outlining benefits of PCIT
  • Direct involvement of clinicians on TF or clinician subcommittee