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PCIT
Parent Child Interaction Therapy
PCIT is provided as a service through the Auburn
University Psychological Services Center (AUPSC)
located on the Auburn University campus in Cary Hall
Does your child refuse
to do what you ask?
•
Do you often feel frustrated that your child refuses to
do what you ask?
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Do you find yourself arguing with your child?
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Do you get constant backtalk from your child?
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Do you find yourself yelling at your child?
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Does your child hit you and siblings?
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Does your child whine and cry often?
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Does your child constantly seek attention?
Who can
participate?
Parents who have a child
between the ages of 2 and 7
years
Children currently living with one
or both parents
Children with behavior problems
at home, school, pre-school or
day care.
Grandparents, step-parents, and
foster parents are welcome to
participate!
Any parent who would like to be
coached during live interactions
with his or her child
If you answered yes to the questions
above, PC IT may work for your family!
PCIT treatment typically lasts 14-18 weeks and
parents are asked to complete homework
assignments with their children between sessions