This study used a paired t-test to evaluate if after completing Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) training professional counselors felt that they have the ability to
• Teach techniques to parents targeting positive discipline,
• Teach techniques to children to learn new communication skills,
• Teach techniques to parents regarding strengthening their relationship with their children,
• Teach techniques that instill confidence in parents regarding child discipline,
• Teach techniques for parents to appropriately assess their child’s behavior and compliance. The result of this study may add to the body of knowledge for professional counselors who work with women and children in homes where domestic violence and IPV occur by providing professional counselors with a method of how to address the needs of the woman and child when they reside in a home where domestic violence or IPV is taking place.
