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Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

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(in-person or via Telehealth)

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305-243-0234

At the University of Miami Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Program, we understand the challenges of parenting a child with behavioral or anxiety-related concerns. Our two specialized programs, PCIT and PCIT-CALM, are designed to give you the tools and support you need to help your child thrive. 

If your child is experiencing behavioral or anxiety-related difficulties, we are here for you. Our structured, evidence-based therapy sessions are designed to fit your family’s needs:

  • 12-18 weekly sessions, each lasting one hour.
  • Delivered in-person or via secure Telehealth.
  • Personalized coaching and skill-building techniques tailored to your child's needs.

PCIT: Helping You Manage Challenging Behaviors

The PCIT program is for parents of children ages 2-7 who struggle with behavioral concerns.

  • Learn effective strategies to respond to difficult behaviors.
  • Use positive reinforcement, calm discipline, and structured commands to encourage positive interactions.
  • Strengthen your relationship with your child through guided play and engagement.

PCIT-CALM: Helping You Reduce Your Child’s Anxiety

The PCIT-CALM program is for parents of children ages 3-9 experiencing anxiety, fear, or social discomfort.

  • Learn how to provide positive attention and gradual exposure therapy to help your child face fears.
  • Receive real-time coaching to help you support your child during anxious situations.
  • Help your child gain confidence and feel comfortable in situations they previously avoided.

If your child is 8-12 years old and has a history with child protective services, we encourage you to contact us to discuss available support options.

What to Expect During Sessions

Each session is designed to give you the skills and confidence to support your child's emotional and behavioral development:
  • Initial Assessment: We work together to understand your child's unique strengths and challenges.
  • Skill-Building Exercises: You will learn practical techniques to reinforce positive behaviors or help your child gradually face fears.
  • Live Coaching: Your therapist provides real-time feedback while you interact with your child, ensuring you're applying techniques effectively.
  • Progress Monitoring: We track improvements over time and adjust strategies as needed.
  • Graduation from Treatment: You and your child will complete therapy when you demonstrate mastery of PCIT or PCIT-CALM techniques and see meaningful progress.

 

Signs Your Child May Benefit

If you notice any of the following signs, our PCIT or PCIT-CALM programs could be just the support your child needs:
  • Behavioral Challenges: Regular tantrums, defiance, or struggles with following directions.
  • Anxiety & Fear-Related Concerns: Avoiding social situations or reluctant to go to school, feeling afraid of separating from loved ones, worrying too much, being overly afraid of specific things or objects like dogs or needles, has difficulty talking to new adults or peers.

What We Cost

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If you are a family that resides in Miami-Dade County, our services are available for free due to generous funding from The Children’s Trust. The Trust is a dedicated source of revenue established by voter referendum to improve the lives of children and families in Miami-Dade County. If you reside outside Miami-Dade County, we accept private insurance or cash payment for services. 

Make an Appointment

To make services accessible for you, we offer in-person and virtual sessions. 

  • Mailman Center for Child Development
  • Overtown | Little Havana | Coral Gables | Kendall | Homestead

To schedule an appointment (in-person or via Telehealth), contact us to get started or apply directly by completing our online Intake questionnaire!

PCIT-305: Intake Questionnaire

If you need assistance with completing our intake questionnaire or for additional information about our services and how to schedule an appointment, please call or email.

 

Para más información

Para obtener información adicional o para programar una cita para servicios gratuitos, llame al 305-243-0234 o envíe un correo electrónico a PCIT@miami.edu

Si vive en el condado de Miami-Dade, revise nuestro folleto sobre nuestros servicios y complete el cuestionario de admisión. 

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PCIT-305: Cuestionario de admisión

Si necesita ayuda para completar el cuestionario de admisión, llame al 305-243-0234.