Services
Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT)
Dr. Ha specializes in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based approach designed for children ages 2 to 7 who are experiencing attention problems, disruptive behaviors, defiance, aggression, or autism spectrum disorder. This therapy is rooted in principles of social learning, attachment, developmental theories, and behavioral practices.
PCIT aims to strengthen the parent-child relationship by teaching specific skills known as PRIDE. During treatment sessions, both parents and children work with a therapist, where parents receive coaching on behavior management strategies to reduce disruptive behaviors and enhance compliance.
The typical course of treatment lasts about 16 weekly sessions and is conducted in two phases: Child-Directed Interaction (CDI) and Parent-Directed Interaction (PDI).
Individual Therapy
Dr. Ha offers personalized therapy for children and adolescents facing a range of conditions. Each young client receives customized interventions based on evidence-based practices. Dr. Ha utilizes various treatment methods, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), behavior therapy (parent-management training, assessment, behavior modification), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Exposure Response Prevention (ERP), and social skills training.
Autism Spectrum Disorder
Children with autism spectrum disorder often encounter difficulties in areas such as emotion regulation, executive functioning, and social communication. Dr. Ha is dedicated to providing tailored interventions for young individuals with autism. Utilizing Michelle Garcia Winner's Social Thinking curriculum, she focuses on enhancing social skills by teaching flexible thinking, emotional regulation strategies, social problem solving, and perspective taking.
