PCIT for CALIFORNIA FAMILIES

COUNTY: Contra Costa

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. As part of the BH-Connect initiative, the PCIT Center of Excellence equips counties with data, training, and hands-on support to expand access, maintain fidelity, and ensure sustainable impact statewide.

Contra Costa County Seal

County Population

1,172,607

Estimated number of children in the PCIT age range

62,148

Estimated number of children who could be eligible for PCIT

6,261

Number of current PCIT practitioners

1

Estimated number of total PCIT therapists needed

209

Currently Offering PCIT through BH-CONNECT's COE

Yes

County PCIT Implementation Specialist

Emma-Lorraine Bart Plange

* The above information is based on data from kidsdata.org.

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.

If you are with the media, please email Ellen Rose at ellen@trio-solutions.com.

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

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