Parent-Child Interaction Therapy - Is Your Child Acting Up

01/08/2025 12 min Episodio 11
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy - Is Your Child Acting Up

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Are daily tantrums, defiance, and power struggles turning your home into a battleground, leaving you and your partner feeling like failures as parents? You're not alone, and those challenging behaviors in your 2-7 year old aren't a reflection of your parenting skills. They're often a sign that both you and your child need better tools for connection and communication. For Scottsdale families ready to transform chaos into calm, Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) offers a proven, evidence-based solution that strengthens bonds while reducing behavioral problems.Join Pathways Counseling Services as we break down this specialized therapy approach that goes beyond traditional parenting advice. PCIT isn't just about managing your child's behavior. It's about building the confident, connected relationship every family deserves through real-time coaching and hands-on techniques.You'll discover:• The PRIDE skills model that transforms parent-child interactions (Praise, Reflect, Imitate, Describe, Enjoy)• How live coaching during sessions gives immediate feedback and support• The two-phase approach: Child Directed Interaction (CDI) and Parent Directed Interaction (PDI)• Why this therapy works for persistent defiance, aggression, and emotional regulation issues• What to expect during weekly sessions and how long lasting change typically takes• How PCIT strengthens not just parent-child bonds, but overall family dynamicsPerfect for Scottsdale-area parents dealing with frequent outbursts, difficulty following instructions, high anxiety in children, or disrupted family routines. Whether you're new parents feeling overwhelmed or experienced parents facing new challenges, this episode shows how professional support can restore peace and confidence to your home.Seeking help isn't admitting failure. It's investing in your family's future happiness and your child's emotional development.Accompanying Blog Post:https://pathwayscounselingsvcs.com/parent-child-interaction-therapy-is-your-child-acting-up/