Leslie (Whitten) Baughman, MA, LMFT License #MFC41380
Licensed Marriage Family Therapist
For over two decades, I've been dedicated to helping parents and children feel more connected and supported. My work blends practical tools with research-based approaches; whether working directly with families, supporting other therapists, or consulting with clinics. No matter the setting, my goal is always to meet families where they are and help them make progress in ways that feel manageable and meaningful.
My PCIT certification is through UC Davis CAARE Center, a nationally recognized leader in PCIT training, research, and implementation. While the CAARE Center model was originally developed to support children with trauma, it is highly adaptable and effective for all families looking to improve their child's behavior and strengthen their relationship.
My practice is based in the Greater Sacramento area, and I provide online therapy (teletherapy) to families throughout California, including the Bay Area, Southern California, and rural/remote areas of the state. For more information about rates and insurance, or the therapy process, please click these links.
Experience
Publications
Licensure
Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) License #41380 (California)
Certification and Trainings
Certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) 2000 UC Davis Children’s Hospital, CAARE Center
Level I, Level II, and Level III Training in Gottman Method Couple's Therapy
Education
Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology, California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, University of the Pacific
My PCIT certification is through UC Davis CAARE Center, a nationally recognized leader in PCIT training, research, and implementation. While the CAARE Center model was originally developed to support children with trauma, it is highly adaptable and effective for all families looking to improve their child's behavior and strengthen their relationship.
My practice is based in the Greater Sacramento area, and I provide online therapy (teletherapy) to families throughout California, including the Bay Area, Southern California, and rural/remote areas of the state. For more information about rates and insurance, or the therapy process, please click these links.
Experience
- Licensed Marriage Family Therapist (LMFT) who has been counseling children, teens and adults since 1996.
- Certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) in 2000 by UC Davis Children's Hospital, CAARE Center.
- Authored a chapter on a PCIT case-study for a clinical textbook.
- Co-Authored a UC Davis PCIT Training Manual for clinicians and training programs.
- Authored PCIT materials for use with clients as well as clinicians.
- Featured in the web-based training videos for PCIT therapists.
- Provided PCIT training, clinical consultation, and supervision to psychology interns, trainees, therapists, and state-wide mental health agencies.
- Presents at professional conferences, schools, parent associations, community groups and also provides media consultation.
- Provides consultation to PCIT therapists in private practice as well as agency settings.
- Consults with UC Davis Children’s Hospital to remain on the cutting-edge of evidence based therapies for children, individuals and families.
- Completed Levels I, II, and III in Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Publications
- Baughman, L. (2014). PCIT with a School-Age Boy Who Experienced Physical Abuse and Neglect: The case of Christopher J. In Allen, B. & Kronenberg, M. (Eds.) Treating Traumatized Children: A casebook of evidence based therapies. (pp. 183-199). New York, New York: Guilford Press.
- UCD PCIT Training Center (2011). Parent-Child Interaction Therapy for Traumatized Children Web Course.
- Urquiza, A., Zebell, N., Timmer, S., McGrath, J., & Whitten, L. (2011). PCIT: Sample course of treatment manual for traumatized children. Unpublished manuscript.
- Katz, R.C., Hannon, R., and Whitten, L. (1996). Effects of gender and situation on the perception of sexual harassment. Sex Roles, 34, 35-42.
Licensure
Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) License #41380 (California)
Certification and Trainings
Certified in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) 2000 UC Davis Children’s Hospital, CAARE Center
Level I, Level II, and Level III Training in Gottman Method Couple's Therapy
Education
Master of Arts degree in Counseling Psychology, California State University, Sacramento
Bachelor of Arts degree in Psychology, University of the Pacific