At San Antonio Pediatric & Adolescent Neuropsychology Specialists (SAPANS), we offer Parent Management Training (PMT) to help caregivers develop effective strategies for managing challenging behaviors, emotional regulation difficulties, and attention-related concerns in their children. PMT is an evidence-based intervention that teaches parents how to improve child behavior, strengthen parent-child relationships, and reduce family stress through structured techniques.

Parent Management Training is grounded in decades of research and has been shown to be highly effective for children with ADHD, behavioral difficulties, and emotional regulation challenges. Studies have demonstrated that PMT:

• Reduces oppositional and defiant behavior in children

• Improves parent-child interactions and emotional connection

• Strengthens children’s self-regulation and social skills

• Decreases parental stress and increases confidence in managing behavior

PMT is based on the principles of behavioral psychology, teaching parents how to reinforce positive behaviors while effectively managing challenging ones.

PMT is structured, skills-based, and interactive, focusing on practical techniques that parents can implement immediately.

During sessions, parents learn to:
✔ Set clear expectations and routines to reduce power struggles
✔ Use effective reinforcement strategies to encourage positive behavior
✔ Implement structured consequences to reduce disruptive behavior
✔ Improve communication and problem-solving within the family
✔ Help children with emotional regulation and self-control

Sessions may involve role-playing, guided practice, and troubleshooting real-life scenarios to ensure parents feel confident applying strategies at home.

If you are looking for effective, research-based strategies to support your child’s behavior and emotional well-being, Parent Management Training can help. Request an appointment through our website to learn more about how PMT can benefit your family.