What is PRIDE in PCIT? PRIDE is an acronym for a set of parenting skills used during Child-Directed Interaction (CDI), a core part of Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). These skills help strengthen the parent-child relationship, increase positive behaviors, and reduce disruptive behaviors through play. The CDI portion of PCIT is designed to foster a strong…
The teen years bring a significant shift in the parent–child relationship. As teens begin asserting more independence, even the most caring support can be met with a glare. You want to stay connected and offer guidance, but when you approach things the way you used to, it’s often met with conflict or shut-down. What once…
An Intro to Understanding Teen Behavior and How Parents Can Shift the Dynamic 1. Testing Limits is Healthy 2. Why the Outbursts Happen 3. All Behavior is a Message 4. Check Your Own Thermometer Before Engaging 5. How to Respond When Ready: Empathy First, Rule Second Example: “Thanks for sharing this with me. I know…
Family Systems and Parenting A Family as a System A family is a system, which means everyone’s actions affect everyone else. When one person is stressed or acting out, it influences how the whole family communicates and responds. Over time, families develop patterns—ways of handling stress, conflict, rules, and emotions. Some of these patterns are…
By Megan Squibb Ream, LMSW 11/15/2024 What kind of relationship do you want with your child? Parenting is hard. Even with the best intentions, we all have moments we wish we could do over—especially when our child is upset, dysregulated, or when we are not at our best. If you have ever walked away from…