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Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Training

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) is a highly effective evidence-based treatment for young children (ages 2-6) with disruptive behavior. It has been shown to reduce behavior problems, strengthen parent-child attachment, and improve child trauma symptoms.

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Upcoming Training – Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Training

The next PCIT training will take place April 23-25 and April 28-29, 2025. The training will be held virtually. Applications and details can be found here.

Applications Open: January 8, 2025

Step One Application Closes: March 7, 2025

Step Two Application Closes: March 14, 2025

Agencies Notified: March 17, 2025

Virtual Introductory PCIT Training: April 23-25 & 28-29, 2025

Virtual Follow-Up PCIT Training: August 21-22 & 25-56, 2025

Please note, the application process has changed. Step one should be completed by the agency director, and step two will be completed by the therapist nominated to participate in the training. Applications will be considered complete when both steps one and two are submitted. 

Implementing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy in Your Agency

PCIT training lasts 18-months including five partial days of virtual training, four partial days of virtual training for the follow-up workshop, and 18 months of consultation calls held weekly and requiring the completion of two full PCIT cases. PCIT training also requires agency support for therapists, maintenance of supplies, and development of key infrastructure.

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Information Sheet

    Brief summary of training requirements (PDF)

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Implementation Overview

    Detailed review of agency infrastructure needs (PDF)

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Agency Checklist

    Checklist of agency requirements, to be completed on application

  • Parent-Child Interaction Therapy Example Room

    Pictures of an example parent-child interaction therapy room setup

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