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Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy

This event is not sponsored by the alumni association and does not fall under the benefits of founding membership status.

When: May 20, 2016, 9:00am – 5:30pm

*lunch on your own

 Where: Richmont Graduate University, 1815 McCallie Avenue, Chattanooga, TN 37404

Continuing Education: 7 CE Clock Hours. No partial credit awarded.

Fees: $100

Registration: Click here.

Presenter: Ryan D. Thompson, Psy.D.

Dr. Thompson is a Clinical Faculty Member at Richmont Graduate University in Chattanooga and Atlanta. He is a licensed clinical psychologist and practices at Henegar Counseling Center in Chattanooga. Dr. Thompson is a certified Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) provider and a certified Level 1 PCIT Trainer. He is a member of the American Psychological Association (APA) and the American Counseling Association (ACA).

Topic: This seminar provides an introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). The seminar includes an overview of the theoretical background, current research, target population, training guidelines, and tenets of PCIT. The two treatment phases, Child-Directed Interaction (CDI) and Parent-Directed Interaction (PDI) will be explained and demonstrated. A critique of the approach from a Christian perspective will be discussed. The course is an overview of PCIT and does not contribute toward certification as a PCIT therapist.

Learning Objectives: As a result of attending this seminar, participants will be able to:

  • Explain the requirements to become a PCIT provider and how to be trained.
  • Recite the target populations for PCIT, with multicultural considerations.
  • Summarize the theoretical background of PCIT.
  • Discuss the empirical research supporting PCIT.
  • Explain the primary tenets and structure for the approach.
  • Describe the basic elements and purpose of Child-Directed Interaction.
  • Describe the basic elements and purpose of Parent-Directed Interaction.

Tentative Agenda:

  • PCIT Training Guidelines and Opportunities
  • Target Populations
  • Theoretical Background
  • Efficacy and Effectiveness
  • Tenets of PCIT
  • Child-Directed Interaction (CDI)
  • Parent-Directed Interaction (PDI)

For questions, please contact Autumn Stephenson at astephenson@richmont.edu

Refunds must be requested prior to May 18, 2016

Richmont Graduate University has been approved by NBCC as an Approved Continuing Education Provider, ACEP No. 4534. Programs that do not qualify for NBCC credit are clearly identified. Richmont Graduate University is solely responsible for all aspects of the programs. 

Richmont Graduate University is approved by the American Psychological Association to sponsor continuing education for psychologists. Richmont Graduate University maintains responsibility for this program and its content.

      

Introduction to Parent-Child Interaction Therapy