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Starting Parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) in Blacksburg

What is parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT)?

Parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) is a specialized therapeutic approach that concentrates on strengthening the parent-child relationship and enhancing child behavior through structured, interactive sessions. This therapy emphasizes positive reinforcement and active listening to help parents develop nurturing and authoritative parenting skills.

How does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) work?

In our parent-child interaction therapy sessions (PCIT), trained therapists at Thriveworks in Blacksburg, VA will guide you and your child in real-time interactions imparting effective communication and behavior management techniques. PCIT is commonly employed to address issues like disruptive behavior, defiance, and parent-child attachment problems, with the overarching aim of fortifying the parent-child bond, improving parenting skills, and fostering healthier child development.

Is parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) conducted in person or online?

Thriveworks therapists in Blacksburg, VA conducted parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) both in person and virtual through online therapy. We encourage you to choose the option that works best for you.

How long does parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) last?

The length of parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT) is flexible and depends on the unique needs and progress of each family. Typically, PCIT involves around 12 to 20 weekly one-hour sessions, but the therapy length can be adapted based on the child’s and family’s response to treatment. While some families may complete PCIT in a few months, others may choose to continue for a more extended period to reach their therapeutic objectives.

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Parent-Child interaction therapy (PCIT) in Blacksburg, VA

PCIT is a family-oriented therapy that can enhance the parent-child relationship through improved interaction. It can help the parent learn techniques and bring about reductions in the child’s behavior issues. As a result, this therapy often leads to a stronger familial relationship.

If you’re looking for therapy to address concerns about your child or simply want to improve interactions with your child(ren), call or schedule online with Thriveworks in Blacksburg, VA.

How Does PCIT Work?

In PCIT, you as the parent will have the opportunity to learn new skills that can help you become better able to provide a caring, nurturing, and beneficial environment for your child. An ultimate goal of this approach is to help negative behaviors evolve into more positive behavior patterns.

PCIT seeks to minimize any negative characteristics within the relationship, and teaches you, the parent, techniques for to use towards that goal. You’ll also be guided in developing new behaviors and communication skills to provide support and encouragement. Your therapist will introduce you to effective and safe disciplinary techniques that can then be used to help your child improve behavior by addressing and managing symptoms and issues that lead to the negative behavior. You’ll be encouraged to practice these techniques until you’re comfortable using them. Children who participate in PCIT can often learn how to adapt their own behavior, and many families experience vast improvement in child behavior and the parent-child relationship.

PCIT may be especially helpful for:

  • Building positive parent-child interactions,
  • Developing positive child-rearing strategies
  • Reducing the likelihood of child physical and verbal abuse
  • Reducing child behavior issues (anger, aggression, defiance, etc.)
  • Increasing communication and interaction skills within the family

Children who participate in PCIT often develop greater self-esteem, experience less anger and frustration. Often their social, organizational and relationship skills are improved. Most feel safer and calmer, and communicate more effectively. As the parent, you typically can learn many consistent, reliable techniques for parenting. You may even experience greater confidence when dealing with behavioral concerns, whether publicly or in the home.

Call Thriveworks Blacksburg at 540-376-3348 to schedule an appointment with our PCIT expert therapist, or book online.

Pricing & insurance

Our therapists accept most major insurances. We accept 360+ insurance plans, and offer self-pay options, too.
Learn more about pricing for therapy and counseling services at Thriveworks.

Our therapists and counselors in Blacksburg accept 29 insurance plans

  • Adventist Health Associates | Employee Health Plan

  • Adventist Health Associates | Non-Employee Health Plan

  • Aetna

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia Medicare Advantage

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Virginia | Exchange

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS HMO

  • CareFirst Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Virginia | BCBS PPO

  • Carelon

  • Carelon | Medicare Advantage

  • Cigna | Evernorth

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Anne is absolutely incredible. I've struggled with therapy in the past, and was never able to make much progress. Through consistently seeing an Anne I've been able to make high strides in my mental health, and have made so much progress.
Elizabeth Sep 2025
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Elizabeth is very easy to talk with and be honest with. She never makes me feel bad about myself or something I tell her. Instead, she ALWAYS lifts me up and I feel better after every appointment. She is very professional, yet relatable. I appreciate her encouragement.
Read more Elizabeth is very easy to talk with and be honest with. She never makes me feel bad about myself or something I tell her. Instead, she ALWAYS lifts me up and I feel better after every appointment. She is very professional, yet relatable. I appreciate her encouragement.
Tammy Sep 2025
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Brianna provides a comfortable space for you to discuss anything!
Heather Sep 2025
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Chris is wonderful. He's always helpful and cares about what's going on with me.
Grant Sep 2025
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Everything is great can't think of anything else except maybe every now and then in person session
Dennis Jun 2025
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Darian has been a huge support through some really difficult times. She provides suggested solutions, helps me brainstorm, and keeps me grounded when my emotions run wild. She has been flexible with my schedule, ensuring I'm able to continually see her and keeps my long term goals in mind as we work towards greater healing.
Read more Darian has been a huge support through some really difficult times. She provides suggested solutions, helps me brainstorm, and keeps me grounded when my emotions run wild. She has been flexible with my schedule, ensuring I'm able to continually see her and keeps my long term goals in mind as we work towards greater healing.
Alyson Jun 2025
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Darian Fawbush-Phillips is absolutely awesome!! I am so grateful to have her as my therapist and look forward to our sessions each week. She has been remarkable.
Christa Jun 2025
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Current provider is great and very intuitive. She helps a person really go through good introspection.
Christopher Jun 2025
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Where to find us

Getting here

We share a building with several other businesses including Fresenius Kidney Care Montgomery County, the Islamic Center of Blacksburg, and Thermostats Service and Repair Company. Next door to us Robinson, Farmer, and Cox Associates, an account service. Nearby is also a Courtyard by Marriott hotel and Park Commercial Realty.

Phone number

(540) 361-6270

Languages spoken by VA providers

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