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PCIT in
San Mateo County, California

Behavioral Health Center of Excellence

COUNTY: San Mateo

Every county in California faces unique challenges in supporting children’s mental health and family well-being. Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) offers a proven, scalable solution that meets families where they are. By implementing PCIT, counties can strengthen caregiver-child relationships, reduce disruptive behaviors, and improve long-term outcomes for children in their communities. To support these efforts, the California PCIT Behavioral Health Center of Excellence equips counties with data, training, and hands-on support to expand access, maintain fidelity, and ensure sustainable impact statewide.

San Mateo County Seal

County Population

742,893

Estimated number of children in the PCIT age range

37,145

Estimated number of children who could be eligible for PCIT

3,714

Estimated number of current PCIT practitioners

8

Estimated number of total PCIT therapists needed

124

Currently engaged with the PCIT Behavioral Health Center of Excellence

Yes

County PCIT Implementation Specialist:

Amanda MendezView Bio

* The above information is based on data from kidsdata.org and the 2024 U.S. Census

County behavioral health agencies: Interested in initiating a consultation with us? Complete an Engagement Initiation Form. If you are a behavioral health practitioner, please coordinate with your county behavioral health plan (BHP).

Questions? If you have questions about PCIT in California, please email pcit.bhcoe@pcit.org.

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An evidence-based approach, PCIT empowers caregivers with tools that create lasting behavioral change.

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