PCIT for CALIFORNIA FAMILIES

COUNTY: Orange

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.

Orange County Seal

County Population

3,170,435

Estimated number of children in the PCIT age range

158,522

Estimated number of children who could be eligible for PCIT

15,958

Number of current PCIT practitioners

25

Estimated number of total PCIT therapists needed

532

Currently Offering PCIT through BH-CONNECT's COE

Yes

County PCIT Implementation Specialist

Michelle Gilchrist

* 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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