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Alicia Perez
Counselor, LMHC, CEDS
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
I utilize an integrated approach to therapy that is built around individual needs and am trained in a variety of treatment modalities including; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I strive to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and honest space where we can explore your needs and goals in therapy. I am passionate about therapy and believe it to be a powerful mechanism for self exploration, growth and healing. I have worked with a wide variety of people and have received specialized training and extensive experience in the treatment of Eating Disorders and Trauma/PTSD.
I utilize an integrated approach to therapy that is built around individual needs and am trained in a variety of treatment modalities including; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I strive to create a collaborative, nonjudgmental, and honest space where we can explore your needs and goals in therapy. I am passionate about therapy and believe it to be a powerful mechanism for self exploration, growth and healing. I have worked with a wide variety of people and have received specialized training and extensive experience in the treatment of Eating Disorders and Trauma/PTSD.
(646) 982-1214 View (646) 982-1214
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Jennifer Daley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
I work with pre- adolescents, adolescents and adults to treat anxiety, depression, relationship, behavioral and adjustment issues. My style is highly compassionate, respectful and genuine.
I work with pre- adolescents, adolescents and adults to treat anxiety, depression, relationship, behavioral and adjustment issues. My style is highly compassionate, respectful and genuine.
(802) 332-6335 View (802) 332-6335
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Pleasant Hill Behavioral Health
Counselor, LPC, 22105MS
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05405  (Online Only)
Since each client is unique, I take an eclectic approach with focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Immediate Telehealth Openings Available - My name is Uvoltta Francis. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC in the state of AZ and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of Vermont. My background includes working in inpatient, community-based settings and private practice. I have a lighthearted, energetic personality with a focus on holistic non-judgmental healing. I look forward to working with you on your journey to wellness.
Since each client is unique, I take an eclectic approach with focus on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
Immediate Telehealth Openings Available - My name is Uvoltta Francis. I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC in the state of AZ and a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) in the state of Vermont. My background includes working in inpatient, community-based settings and private practice. I have a lighthearted, energetic personality with a focus on holistic non-judgmental healing. I look forward to working with you on your journey to wellness.
(623) 253-8537 View (623) 253-8537
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Wesley Wolter
Counselor, MS, MA, LCMHC , LADC, RYT500
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
My team and I approach mental health issues using a trauma informed therapy approach, focusing on your mind and body to help rewire brain functioning and change behavior.
Hello, I am currently offering vid/tele counseling and in-person psychotherapy. I have 15 years of mental health experience and created Milldale Farm Ctr4Wellness. I focus on developing a safe and trusting relationship offering alternative approach’s through empowering you and your greatest qualities to navigate addictions, trauma and other mental health issues, for all people of all ages. I specialize in treating trauma related challenges through offering EMDR, IFS,specific mind/body therapies, holistic wellness, breath-work and soon psycadelic psychotherapy. Look forward to meeting the amazing you and being of service.
My team and I approach mental health issues using a trauma informed therapy approach, focusing on your mind and body to help rewire brain functioning and change behavior.
Hello, I am currently offering vid/tele counseling and in-person psychotherapy. I have 15 years of mental health experience and created Milldale Farm Ctr4Wellness. I focus on developing a safe and trusting relationship offering alternative approach’s through empowering you and your greatest qualities to navigate addictions, trauma and other mental health issues, for all people of all ages. I specialize in treating trauma related challenges through offering EMDR, IFS,specific mind/body therapies, holistic wellness, breath-work and soon psycadelic psychotherapy. Look forward to meeting the amazing you and being of service.
(802) 613-0309 View (802) 613-0309
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Stoneybrook Behavior Health, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
We utilize only evidence-based, outcomes-driven approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, and Family Systems Therapy to ensure our clients leave sessions with the awareness, tools, skills and confidence to solve immediate problems, address future challenges, and feel more of the way you want to feel.
We currently have a waiting list for new clients. We believe therapy can empower individuals to make meaningful changes and lead fulfilling lives. Stoneybrook Behavioral Health, PLLC prioritizes collaborative treatment planning, evidence-based therapies, active problem-solving, and a warm, supportive environment to facilitate change at a pace that feels right for you. We offer decades of experience providing clinical services to clients of all ages to ensure successful navigation of the challenges unique to each chapter of life.
We utilize only evidence-based, outcomes-driven approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Exposure & Response Prevention, and Family Systems Therapy to ensure our clients leave sessions with the awareness, tools, skills and confidence to solve immediate problems, address future challenges, and feel more of the way you want to feel.
We currently have a waiting list for new clients. We believe therapy can empower individuals to make meaningful changes and lead fulfilling lives. Stoneybrook Behavioral Health, PLLC prioritizes collaborative treatment planning, evidence-based therapies, active problem-solving, and a warm, supportive environment to facilitate change at a pace that feels right for you. We offer decades of experience providing clinical services to clients of all ages to ensure successful navigation of the challenges unique to each chapter of life.
(802) 441-6343 View (802) 441-6343
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Linda Stanger
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
I have specialized training in an eclectic set of evidenced based therapeutic techniques including; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Modification, Traditional Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, and Experiential/ Brief Solution Focused treatments.
I integrate both Western and Eastern techniques and provide clinical tools that connect the mind and body and promote wellness and healing. I take a holistic approach and work collaboratively with you on your journey toward self discovery, growth and healing. I focus on building on your personal strengths, explore balance, self compassion and peace in all areas of life. I use a client-centered, strengths- focused therapeutic approach. I work with adults, children (age 3 and up), adolescents, families and couples.
I have specialized training in an eclectic set of evidenced based therapeutic techniques including; Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Behavior Modification, Traditional Psychotherapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing, Parent Child Interactive Therapy, and Experiential/ Brief Solution Focused treatments.
I integrate both Western and Eastern techniques and provide clinical tools that connect the mind and body and promote wellness and healing. I take a holistic approach and work collaboratively with you on your journey toward self discovery, growth and healing. I focus on building on your personal strengths, explore balance, self compassion and peace in all areas of life. I use a client-centered, strengths- focused therapeutic approach. I work with adults, children (age 3 and up), adolescents, families and couples.
(814) 200-6996 View (814) 200-6996
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Jeanine Hansell-Frimpong
Counselor, LCPC, NCC, CSOTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
I am extensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Nouthetic methods (Faith based).
Do you feel stuck? Are you having trouble regaining balance and moving forward? Sometimes feelings of worry and sadness can interfere with our daily lives. Depression can make going to work or school seem like an enormous task. You may have low energy, lack of motivation, overwhelming sadness or feelings of uncontrollable worry. There may be a current situation that triggers memories from a past event. It could be a car accident, bullying, abuse, or losing someone that you cared about. All of these situations can be traumatic and my experience with a research based trauma resolution model can help!
I am extensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT), Prolonged Exposure (PE), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Nouthetic methods (Faith based).
Do you feel stuck? Are you having trouble regaining balance and moving forward? Sometimes feelings of worry and sadness can interfere with our daily lives. Depression can make going to work or school seem like an enormous task. You may have low energy, lack of motivation, overwhelming sadness or feelings of uncontrollable worry. There may be a current situation that triggers memories from a past event. It could be a car accident, bullying, abuse, or losing someone that you cared about. All of these situations can be traumatic and my experience with a research based trauma resolution model can help!
(240) 513-2475 View (240) 513-2475
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Motivation Hypnosis
Counselor, MEd, RNBC, LCMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
Hello - I am a counselor who is also a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse with 40 years of experience, including 20 years of practicing Clinical Hypnosis for a myriad of issues: anxiety, trauma, depression, and pain, to name but a few. I also train clinicians to utilize Clinical Hypnosis and am an Approved Consultant for the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I focus on finding and treating the cause of the symptoms and in this way, most symptoms are markedly reduced and, often gone altogether. As a client, you and I would team up together and work cooperatively as a team!
Hello - I am a counselor who is also a Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse with 40 years of experience, including 20 years of practicing Clinical Hypnosis for a myriad of issues: anxiety, trauma, depression, and pain, to name but a few. I also train clinicians to utilize Clinical Hypnosis and am an Approved Consultant for the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I focus on finding and treating the cause of the symptoms and in this way, most symptoms are markedly reduced and, often gone altogether. As a client, you and I would team up together and work cooperatively as a team!
(802) 891-4348 View (802) 891-4348
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Chaya Couples Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
Currently the bulk of my practice is relationship focused counseling; where two people join in counseling sessions together. I am taking on clients who are at any stage of a relationship/partnership who are jointly seeking any of the following; solutions to strengthen and improve the quality of their relationship, build positive relationship skills, resolve conflict, recover from relationship specific trauma, and build long- lasting relationship opportunities. In addition to couples, I do have a few spots for individuals who may be interested in working through relationship conflict and challenge.
Currently the bulk of my practice is relationship focused counseling; where two people join in counseling sessions together. I am taking on clients who are at any stage of a relationship/partnership who are jointly seeking any of the following; solutions to strengthen and improve the quality of their relationship, build positive relationship skills, resolve conflict, recover from relationship specific trauma, and build long- lasting relationship opportunities. In addition to couples, I do have a few spots for individuals who may be interested in working through relationship conflict and challenge.
(802) 424-8770 View (802) 424-8770
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Abby Polly-Almanza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
I am inspired by the healing power of relationships. I specialize in helping women feel more alive and empowered, as well as helping couples reconnect and thrive. Therapy works when you and I build trusting relationship that is a catalyst for change in other relationships. My clients describe me as calm and empathetic, with a sense of humor. When you meet with me, you and I will create a safe environment where you can explore your full self and heal without judgement. With individuals I use EMDR, parts work, and other modalities to help you rebuild. With couples I use EFT, Gottman, and PACT therapies to help you reconnect.
I am inspired by the healing power of relationships. I specialize in helping women feel more alive and empowered, as well as helping couples reconnect and thrive. Therapy works when you and I build trusting relationship that is a catalyst for change in other relationships. My clients describe me as calm and empathetic, with a sense of humor. When you meet with me, you and I will create a safe environment where you can explore your full self and heal without judgement. With individuals I use EMDR, parts work, and other modalities to help you rebuild. With couples I use EFT, Gottman, and PACT therapies to help you reconnect.
(720) 702-9476 View (720) 702-9476
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Sara Skiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, BCD, CCTP
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
As a LCSW and U.S. Army Veteran, I've been afforded many opportunities to support a variety of individuals with different types of concerns. I hold a specialty in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders from the Seleni Institute. Moms and Dads deserve support after a pregnancy loss or infant death. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with many years of experience treating trauma to include Military Sexual Trauma (MST), childhood trauma, first-responder trauma, and combat trauma.
As a LCSW and U.S. Army Veteran, I've been afforded many opportunities to support a variety of individuals with different types of concerns. I hold a specialty in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders from the Seleni Institute. Moms and Dads deserve support after a pregnancy loss or infant death. I am a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional with many years of experience treating trauma to include Military Sexual Trauma (MST), childhood trauma, first-responder trauma, and combat trauma.
(706) 916-3190 View (706) 916-3190
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Steven Lecce
Counselor, LMHC, LCMHC, NCC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401  (Online Only)
Are you or your child struggling to navigate life transitions, grappling with stress, confronting depression, handling anxiety, dealing with trauma, and or fighting addiction? Do these challenges significantly impact your relationships, career, and everyday life? Rest assured, I'm committed to providing support and guiding you toward realizing that hope is not just conceivable, but attainable.
Are you or your child struggling to navigate life transitions, grappling with stress, confronting depression, handling anxiety, dealing with trauma, and or fighting addiction? Do these challenges significantly impact your relationships, career, and everyday life? Rest assured, I'm committed to providing support and guiding you toward realizing that hope is not just conceivable, but attainable.
(518) 749-4556 View (518) 749-4556
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Sheryl Coryell
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05402
Safe, compassionate, non-judgmental and caring therapeutic interaction to improve relationships, work through grief/loss, overcome anxiety & depression, build self-esteem and strengthen boundaries. Specialty in helping people be more and express more of their real authentic self and live in an empowered way. Career/work coach. EMDR for trauma and emotional/mental conflict resolution. I listen deeply, with you, to what wants to be heard - understood more clearly. Which direction to take? What are the important choices to make? We may have to clear a new path or together just trim a few branches in the way.
Safe, compassionate, non-judgmental and caring therapeutic interaction to improve relationships, work through grief/loss, overcome anxiety & depression, build self-esteem and strengthen boundaries. Specialty in helping people be more and express more of their real authentic self and live in an empowered way. Career/work coach. EMDR for trauma and emotional/mental conflict resolution. I listen deeply, with you, to what wants to be heard - understood more clearly. Which direction to take? What are the important choices to make? We may have to clear a new path or together just trim a few branches in the way.
(510) 694-1558 View (510) 694-1558
Photo of Towanda Geary, Pre-Licensed Professional in Burlington, VT
Towanda Geary
Pre-Licensed Professional, RN, BSN, MA
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
My work as an Emotional Support Life Coach is enhanced by my background in psychotherapy and nursing. It brings a progressive approach to self-healing. Using a myriad of techniques including hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I work with individuals and families to identify personal strengths locked behind negative energy. I work to empower others to discover their truth, harmonize personal healing and define a positive pathway to life-long happiness. I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
My work as an Emotional Support Life Coach is enhanced by my background in psychotherapy and nursing. It brings a progressive approach to self-healing. Using a myriad of techniques including hypnotherapy, EMDR, Reiki and Neuro-Linguistic Programming, I work with individuals and families to identify personal strengths locked behind negative energy. I work to empower others to discover their truth, harmonize personal healing and define a positive pathway to life-long happiness. I specialize in treating trauma due to abuse, neglect, domestic violence, anger, anxiety, depression, grief and difficult relationships.
(802) 821-4615 View (802) 821-4615
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Jess DiGiorgianni
Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
I conceptualize therapy as a collaborative process in which therapist and client determine treatment content and goals, working to create an environment of compassion, challenge and insight capable of motivating those disruptive changes which constitute so much of the meaning of therapy. In attempting to individualize treatment, I cultivate an integrative responsiveness utilizing those techniques that seem best able to serve the client's needs and promote therapeutic goals. Often these goals extend beyond symptom relief to include the enhancement of psychological capacities and resources through self exploration and discovery in the context of a safe and authentic therapeutic relationship.
I conceptualize therapy as a collaborative process in which therapist and client determine treatment content and goals, working to create an environment of compassion, challenge and insight capable of motivating those disruptive changes which constitute so much of the meaning of therapy. In attempting to individualize treatment, I cultivate an integrative responsiveness utilizing those techniques that seem best able to serve the client's needs and promote therapeutic goals. Often these goals extend beyond symptom relief to include the enhancement of psychological capacities and resources through self exploration and discovery in the context of a safe and authentic therapeutic relationship.
(802) 357-4024 View (802) 357-4024
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Aleta L. Sisson, MA, LCMHC, LCPC
Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05405  (Online Only)
I have practiced as a licensed counselor for 33 years, am licensed in Montana and in Vermont, awaiting my pending license in Georgia. I specialize in treating Post-traumatic Stress DO using EMDR, a trauma therapy which transforms lives, allowing people to put the past in the past and live fully in the present. I am certified as an Emotionally Focused Couple’s therapist (EFT), the most research supported couples therapy. Anxiety, depression, grief, and end of life issues are often the focus of treatment. I emphasize a foundation of overall health & nutrition, exercise, & mindfulness based stress reduction. Offering Telehealth
I have practiced as a licensed counselor for 33 years, am licensed in Montana and in Vermont, awaiting my pending license in Georgia. I specialize in treating Post-traumatic Stress DO using EMDR, a trauma therapy which transforms lives, allowing people to put the past in the past and live fully in the present. I am certified as an Emotionally Focused Couple’s therapist (EFT), the most research supported couples therapy. Anxiety, depression, grief, and end of life issues are often the focus of treatment. I emphasize a foundation of overall health & nutrition, exercise, & mindfulness based stress reduction. Offering Telehealth
(706) 917-8733 View (706) 917-8733
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Kevin Nielsen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
These are stressful, challenging times. Living a human life can be hard. Each of us is likely to encounter problems or dilemmas that leave us feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed. We may have been hurt a while ago but still unable to get past it. We may seek relief yet not find resolution. Often we are caught between wanting to get through something, yet enacting ineffective behaviors meant to keep us safe. This is when it can be helpful to have someone help us face what life is asking from us.
These are stressful, challenging times. Living a human life can be hard. Each of us is likely to encounter problems or dilemmas that leave us feeling depressed, anxious or overwhelmed. We may have been hurt a while ago but still unable to get past it. We may seek relief yet not find resolution. Often we are caught between wanting to get through something, yet enacting ineffective behaviors meant to keep us safe. This is when it can be helpful to have someone help us face what life is asking from us.
(802) 328-9227 View (802) 328-9227
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Allison Hansen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Burlington, VT 05401
Clients work with me to find the person hidden behind the protective walls they have built up to feel safe. They need, and want, to feel close to family and friends again but are scared it might not work out in their favor. Their goals are often to love themselves, speak up for themselves, and know they are capable no matter how hard life may be in this season. My clients want to let the past be the past and have their future go the way they've envisioned for so long.
Clients work with me to find the person hidden behind the protective walls they have built up to feel safe. They need, and want, to feel close to family and friends again but are scared it might not work out in their favor. Their goals are often to love themselves, speak up for themselves, and know they are capable no matter how hard life may be in this season. My clients want to let the past be the past and have their future go the way they've envisioned for so long.
(720) 571-0537 View (720) 571-0537
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Hannah Fuller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
I believe one of the most healing things we can do is understand our stories and how it affects our everyday life and relationships. These experiences can manifest in different ways such as anxiety, emotional numbness, or relationship challenges. The clients I work with have oftentimes experienced complex relational traumas in childhood and dysfunctional family dynamics. Through these difficult experiences, we develop coping strategies and protective behaviors, which may no longer be serving you.
I believe one of the most healing things we can do is understand our stories and how it affects our everyday life and relationships. These experiences can manifest in different ways such as anxiety, emotional numbness, or relationship challenges. The clients I work with have oftentimes experienced complex relational traumas in childhood and dysfunctional family dynamics. Through these difficult experiences, we develop coping strategies and protective behaviors, which may no longer be serving you.
(410) 324-6984 View (410) 324-6984
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Peter O'Leary
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Burlington, VT 05401
Therapy is still somewhat stigmatized in our society. I believe a connection & relationship of trust is at the heart of therapy. This relationship is important because the therapist and client need to work as a team. The therapist doesn't dispense advice. Instead, a good therapist listens attentively. Then together they can discover what is leaving the client feeling stuck and help the client move forward and find happiness.
Therapy is still somewhat stigmatized in our society. I believe a connection & relationship of trust is at the heart of therapy. This relationship is important because the therapist and client need to work as a team. The therapist doesn't dispense advice. Instead, a good therapist listens attentively. Then together they can discover what is leaving the client feeling stuck and help the client move forward and find happiness.
(802) 788-8508 View (802) 788-8508
Behavioral Issues Therapists

What happens in therapy for behavioral issues?

No matter the type of therapy, individuals form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is often therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Individuals learn to identify situations that are especially troublesome for them and acquire new patterns of thinking and behaving. In therapy for ADHD, one of the most common behavior issues for children, individuals learn how to improve frustration tolerance, control impulsivity, manage attentional focus, and gain skills of self-organisation.

What therapy types help with behavioral issues?

Many types of therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Perhaps best-known and most widely tested is cognitive and behavioral therapy (CBT), in which individuals learn new behavioral strategies and curb reactivity to frustrating or distressing situations that trigger disruptive behaviour. Anger, anxiety, mood disorders, impulse control problems are commonly addressed in CBT. Family therapy or parent management training is often helpful to reduce parent-child conflict and behavioral difficulties at home.

How long does therapy last for behavioral issues?

Among popular approaches to treating behavioral concerns, CBT is considered a short-term therapy intended to be administered in 15 to 20 weekly sessions. Parent training in behavior management, often used when the underlying cause of behavior issues is ADHD in children under 12, usually occurs in weekly sessions for 8 to 16 weeks. When behavioral issues stem from persistent aggression or defiance, therapy may last for months, and usually targets both children and their parents.

How effective is therapy for behavior issues?

Studies show that therapy for behavior issues in children is highly effective and may prevent the development of antisocial behavior later in life. Family intervention—parent management training or family therapy, both of which involve parents and children together—is considered most effective, notably for children under age 12 who persistently engage in aggressive, defiant, rule-breaking or other disruptive behavior. Whether provided alone or in combination with medication, CBT is highly effective in helping people regulate their emotions, and for people with ADHD, it addresses impulsiveness, hyperactivity and attentional focus.