The program works to improve the quality of the parent - child relationship and to teach parents the skills necessary to manage their child's behavioral problems.
Parents are taught specific skills and have the opportunity to practice these skillsduring therapy sessions until mastery is achieved and the child's behavior is improved.
The unique aspect of PCIT is live coaching by the therapist behind a two-way mirror. The therapist actually gives step by step instructions through a wireless earpiece worn by the parent.
PCIT is appropriate for children ages 2 - 8 who:
- Have difficulty in school, preschool, or daycare
- Are aggressive toward parents, siblings and other children
- Refuse to follow directions
- Have frequent temper tantrums
- Are defiant
- May be on medication to manage their behavioral problems
Offered in Spanish
Email: pcit@humanoptions.org
Human Options' staff have been trained in partnership
with US Davis, Medical Center, Department of Pediatrics,
in the methodology of PCIT which is a research proven treatment
program. Human Options has long-term expertise in working
with children affected by domestic violence and high conflict
families.
During these sessions therapy focuses on helping children heal from the trauma they have experienced. This is done by teaching safety skills, helping children identify their feelings and how these feelings affect their thoughts and behaviors. Parents are asked to participate in the program and have a close relationship with the therapist to benefit their children's progress.
Effects of Domestic Violence of Children
Children who are exposed to domestic violence show a change in the structure of the developing brain. They exhibit signs of Post Traumatic Stress Disorder. These children are either reactive and aggressive or quiet and shut-down. They often feel that the world is unsafe. They have difficulty expressing their feelings in healthy ways.
These children show the following characteristics:
- Fear
- Constant reminders of the trauma
- Difficulty focusing
- Demonstrate aggressive behavior
- Problems at school
- Difficulty with peers
We are currently offering PCIT in
Garden Grove
10602 Chapman Avenue #101
Garden Grove, CA 92840
To schedule an appointment or
for more information call:
714-532-7952
Irvine
5540 Trabuco Road #100
Irvine, CA 92620
To schedule an appointment or
for more information call:
Phone: 949-737-5242 x 311
Fax: 949-737-5244