Child Parent Relationship Therapy Research Articles

Child-parent relationship therapy with residential care workers.

Child-parent relationship therapy with residential care workers.

Incorporating interpersonal neurobiology in child parent relationship therapy.

Incorporating interpersonal neurobiology in child parent relationship therapy.

Comparison of the Effect of Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) and Parent Management Training (PMT) on Nutritional Problems in children 3 to 6 years

Comparison of the Effect of Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) and Parent Management Training (PMT) on Nutritional Problems in children 3 to 6 years

The effect of child-parent relationship therapy on social skills of Preschool Children: a semi-experimental study.

Playing games for children is an instinct needed for ensuring happiness, it is a language for communication and self-expression, and a way to learn new things. Therefore, the present study aimed at evaluating the effectiveness of child-parent relationship therapy (CPRT) on the social skills of preschool children. An experimental study with a pretest-posttest design was conducted on 60 preschool children in Kordkuy City, Golestan Province, Iran in 2017 by using a simple random sampling method in both the experimental and control groups. Routine preschool education was performed in the control group and in the experimentalgroup it was done based on play therapy protocol in 10 sessions for 45-60 min. The social skills questionnaire authored by Gresham and Elliott was used as a data gathering tool. The data were analyzed by SPSS 16. An analysis of variance (ANOVA) test showed a significant difference between the scores of the experimental and control groups, which suggests that the CPRT model, a short-term plan of parental play therapy, can improve social skills in preschool children (p = 0/001). Regarding the effectiveness of the CPRT, it is recommended that this method be used is an interactive-educational way in preschool centers of Iran.

Evidence Based Dyadic Therapies for 0- to 5-Year-Old Children With Emotional and Behavioral Difficulties.

As many as one in four preschool-aged children are estimated to struggle with psychosocial stress and social-emotional issues; yet, interventions are often postponed until older ages when change is actually more difficult. Reasons for this include limited interventions, paucity of FDA approved medications for young children, as well as the dearth of clinicians adequately trained in psychotherapeutic approaches for young children. This commentary outlines indications of the four most commonly used evidence-based dyadic psychotherapies for young children: Child-Parent Psychotherapy (CPP) and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), used primarily for young children with trauma, and Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) and Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), used mostly for children with behavioral issues. Rooted in attachment theory and further supported by the premise that the quality of the child–caregiver dyad is paramount to psychological wellbeing, these therapies focus on strengthening this relationship. Literature indicates that insecure or disorganized early attachments adversely affect an individual’s lifelong trajectory. These therapies have demonstrated efficacy leading to positive behavioral changes and improved parent–child interactions. The major challenges of clinical practice focused on young children and their families include proper diagnosis and determining the best therapeutic strategy, especially for families who have not benefited from prior interventions. At this time, it is still unclear which therapy is best indicated for which type of patients and it mostly has been driven by convenience and provider preference or training. Further research is required to tailor treatments more successfully to the child’s needs.

아동상담자의 부모-자녀 관계치료(CPRT) 체험연구: 상담자 발달을 중심으로

아동상담자의 부모-자녀 관계치료(CPRT) 체험연구: 상담자 발달을 중심으로

아동상담자의 부모-자녀 관계치료(CPRT) 체험연구: CPRT를 중심으로

아동상담자의 부모-자녀 관계치료(CPRT) 체험연구: CPRT를 중심으로

놀이치료자의 심리적 소진 군집에 따른 직무만족도, 자아탄력성, 내재적 동기의 차이

놀이치료자의 심리적 소진 군집에 따른 직무만족도, 자아탄력성, 내재적 동기의 차이

Effects of Parenting Programs on Latina Mothers’ Parental Stress and Their Children’s Internalizing Behavioral Problems

This pilot study examined the comparative effects of two empirically supported, manualized parenting programs, Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT) and Systematic Training for Effective Parenting (STEP), with low-income, immigrant Latina mothers reporting high levels of parental stress and child internalizing problems. Findings from a 2 (group) × 2 (times) repeated-measures analysis of variance (ANOVA) indicated that, compared to STEP, CPRT demonstrated a medium to large treatment effect (η p 2 = .117) on children’s internalizing problems, although between group differences were not statistically significant. Results for parental stress indicated no statistically or practically significant between-group differences. Within-group treatment effects revealed larger effects for the CPRT group for internalizing behavior problems (CPRT, d = 2.51; STEP, d = 0.73) and parental stress (CPRT, d = 1.29; STEP, d = 0.82). Clinical significance of the findings indicated greater improvement for children and mothers in the CPRT group.

Play Therapy in Residential Treatment Centers for Children

ABSTRACTResidential Treatment Centers (RTCs) serve youth who have suffered extreme abuse and trauma and must reside in 24-hour facilities to receive mental health, medication, and social services. Currently, specific therapeutic interventions utilize talk therapy or cognitive therapies, which may have limited use with children due to developmental considerations, specifically children who have been through trauma that has affected their development. Child-Centered Play Therapy (CCPT) is introduced as an evidence-based expressive therapy modality that emphasizes the child’s natural language of play as a way to support emotional and psychological healing. This article discusses limitations to residential treatment center research as well as ways to implement play therapy into residential treatment settings for children who are in need of such services through the use of brief play therapy, group play therapy, and Child Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT).

놀이적 상호작용의 치료적 의미: 언어발달지연 아동과 어머니의 부모-자녀 관계치료(CPRT)에서

놀이적 상호작용의 치료적 의미: 언어발달지연 아동과 어머니의 부모-자녀 관계치료(CPRT)에서

Child-Parent Relationship Therapy with Extra-Familial Abused Children

ABSTRACTSexual abuse by a perpetrator outside of the family is the most prevalent form of child sexual abuse. It is associated with serious consequences for both the child and his family. Surprisingly, however, the issue of extra-familial sexual abuse has received very little research and clinical attention. The purpose of the current study was to explore the effectiveness of Child-Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT), which uses nondirective play therapy tools, among parents of extra-familial abused children and their parents. In order to do so, data was collected from 51 parents who participated in CPRT, at three points in time: pretreatment stage, at the beginning of the first meeting; and in the post treatment stage. The data included the parents’ reports via three questionnaires: Parenting Stress Inventory (PSI), Compassion Fatigue Self-Test (CFST), Child Behavior Checklist (CBCL). Overall, the results indicated a decrease in internalizing and externalizing symptoms among the children, as well as in parenting stress and in parental secondary trauma symptoms. This study contributes to the literature on interventions with victims of extra-familial child abuse and their parents. Specifically, the results highlight the benefits and importance of involving both parents and children in therapeutic interventions for victims of extra-familial child sexual abuse, with particular emphasis on the benefits of Child-Parent Relationship Therapy.

The Efficacy of Child Parent Relationship Therapy for Adoptive Families: A Replication Study

This randomized controlled replication study examined the effectiveness of child parent relationship therapy (CPRT) with 49 adoptive families. Statistically significant improvement and large treatment effects for child behavior problems, parent–child relationship stress, and parents' empathic interactions with their children indicated the effectiveness of CPRT over treatment as usual. Findings confirm Carnes‐Holt and Bratton's () results and provide strong support for CPRT as a responsive intervention for adoptive families.

The Experiences of Mothers in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, whose Children have Delayed Language Development: A Qualitative Case Study

The Experiences of Mothers in Child-Parent Relationship Therapy, whose Children have Delayed Language Development: A Qualitative Case Study

The impact of a two-day child parent relationship therapy training on attitude, knowledge, and skills.

The impact of a two-day child parent relationship therapy training on attitude, knowledge, and skills.

Child-parent relationship therapy—A dialogue with Winnicott’s theory.

Child-parent relationship therapy—A dialogue with Winnicott’s theory.

The effectiveness of child parent relationship therapy in an online format.

The effectiveness of child parent relationship therapy in an online format.

Playing in Schools: Adaptation of CPRT with Senior Volunteers to Help At-Risk Children

Overburdened school-based mental health professionals must devise creative strategies to do more with fewer resources as funding for school counseling services continues to decrease. Child–parent relationship therapy (CPRT) has been identified as a highly effective play therapy intervention. Because some parents are unable or unwilling to participate in CPRT, adaptations of this model with teachers, aides, and volunteers have been studied and revealed positive effects. Child–senior relationship training (CSRT) is an adaptation of CPRT, which utilizes senior citizen volunteers to offer play times in schools. In this study, seven senior volunteers were recruited from previous pilot studies to determine the effects of CSRT on 13 children. Results indicate a statistically significant difference between pre- and posttest Caregiver-Teacher Report Form externalizing and total scores when an outlier was removed. Qualitative survey data collected from teachers revealed their support of CSRT and overall favorable impressions regarding the beneficial effects of CSRT.

A Qualitative Study of an Intensive Filial Intervention Using Child–Parent Relationship Therapy (CPRT)

The purpose of this qualitative study was to hear from a group of African American parents who were living in poverty about their experience participating in a short-term, intensive child–parent relationship therapy intervention (CPRT). The parents who participated were recruited from a parent enrichment program for parents of preschoolers and were interviewed about the parent–child relationship before and after the group sessions. In addition, parents reported on barriers to utilizing counseling services related to their parenting needs. Following an intensive 4-week CPRT group intervention, the parents described their experiences about participating in the group sessions and how it impacted their parent–child relationship. Parents discussed changes in their perceptions of parenting, child’s play, and CPRT group process. Implications are discussed.

The Use of Child Parent Relationship Therapy and Common Parent Concerns

Play therapy and filial therapy methods have been shown to be effective for a variety of childhood issues. Filial therapy, especially child parent relationship therapy (CPRT), is also effective in reducing parental stress and improving the relationship between parent and child. Parents play an important role in a child’s well-being at home and are a vital part of a child’s involvement in counseling. In this review, we sought to identify best practices when working with parents during the CPRT process. In this article, we illustrate obstacles some parents may have to ongoing participation in treatment and solutions counselors might use to overcome these obstacles. Although these best practices are helpful for counselors using CPRT, we believe they are also helpful for counselors working with parents in many different settings.