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Regina E Helmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, MS, PPS
Verified Verified
Placerville, CA 95667
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with your child? Is your child struggling with displaying negative behaviors, emotionally unable to communicate their feelings or thoughts? Often times children display misbehavior as a way to communicate their inner feelings/thoughts. Let me help you or your child find practical tool coping skills to manage life successfully My passion is helping others, but more specifically children and their families who are struggling due to a variety of issues. My primary experience and focus has been with children and adolescences that have experienced trauma, substance abuse issues, behavioral issues, poor academic achievement and learning disabilities.
Are you struggling with your child? Is your child struggling with displaying negative behaviors, emotionally unable to communicate their feelings or thoughts? Often times children display misbehavior as a way to communicate their inner feelings/thoughts. Let me help you or your child find practical tool coping skills to manage life successfully My passion is helping others, but more specifically children and their families who are struggling due to a variety of issues. My primary experience and focus has been with children and adolescences that have experienced trauma, substance abuse issues, behavioral issues, poor academic achievement and learning disabilities.
(530) 494-6553 View (530) 494-6553
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Alexis Brown
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ASW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Hi! I’m so glad you’re here. Are you or your teen struggling with behavioral concerns, trauma, depression, anxiety or coping strategies that no longer serve you? I have experience in helping adolescents, adults, groups and families honor themselves and their stories. I can provide support in processing emotions, learning and integrating coping skills, and making environmental adjustments.
Hi! I’m so glad you’re here. Are you or your teen struggling with behavioral concerns, trauma, depression, anxiety or coping strategies that no longer serve you? I have experience in helping adolescents, adults, groups and families honor themselves and their stories. I can provide support in processing emotions, learning and integrating coping skills, and making environmental adjustments.
(916) 580-2071 View (916) 580-2071
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New Horizons Child & Family Institute
Psychologist
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Please read this ad in its entirety before contacting us as we only provide a specialized form of care. Preferred contact is by email, not by phone. New Horizons Child & Family Institute provides Intensive Family-Focused Therapy (IFFT), a specialized family-based treatment approach developed by Paul Sunseri, Psy.D. IFFT is designed for children and adolescents with moderate to severe mental illness (severe depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and oppositional behavior). Please see our website (myIFFT.org) for more information, as well as Dr. Sunseri's TED talk (located at the website).
Please read this ad in its entirety before contacting us as we only provide a specialized form of care. Preferred contact is by email, not by phone. New Horizons Child & Family Institute provides Intensive Family-Focused Therapy (IFFT), a specialized family-based treatment approach developed by Paul Sunseri, Psy.D. IFFT is designed for children and adolescents with moderate to severe mental illness (severe depression, anxiety, suicidal thoughts, self-harm, and oppositional behavior). Please see our website (myIFFT.org) for more information, as well as Dr. Sunseri's TED talk (located at the website).
(530) 292-7330 View (530) 292-7330
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Tanner Hickman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Cameron Park, CA 95682
In my therapy, I use cognitive behavioral therapy, and aspects of play therapy, and I enjoy parenting interventions—I am informed in the evidenced-based parenting model generation PMTO.
Hi, I hope your browsing or search for a therapist is going well. I know it can be a lot of pressure to find and choose a therapist based on a picture and bio on a website. If you feel like we would be a good match I would be excited to work with you and if not, I wish you wellness. I am an LCSW and have been practicing therapy for 5 years. I am currently seeking my Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies in the Couple and Family Therapy track.
In my therapy, I use cognitive behavioral therapy, and aspects of play therapy, and I enjoy parenting interventions—I am informed in the evidenced-based parenting model generation PMTO.
Hi, I hope your browsing or search for a therapist is going well. I know it can be a lot of pressure to find and choose a therapist based on a picture and bio on a website. If you feel like we would be a good match I would be excited to work with you and if not, I wish you wellness. I am an LCSW and have been practicing therapy for 5 years. I am currently seeking my Ph.D. in Human Development and Family Studies in the Couple and Family Therapy track.
(209) 457-7601 View (209) 457-7601
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Tahoe Youth and Family Services
Verified Verified
Tahoe Youth and Family Services (TYFS) provides counseling and support programs to promote healthy development of families, children and individuals. We envision resilient communities that achieve healthy outcomes through affordable behavioral services. We have a proud 50-year tradition of providing mental health & substance abuse services to our community and surrounding areas. We are an inclusive supportive ally to anyone in crisis. Download an intake packet at tahoeyouth.org or call our office to pick up an intake packet.
Tahoe Youth and Family Services (TYFS) provides counseling and support programs to promote healthy development of families, children and individuals. We envision resilient communities that achieve healthy outcomes through affordable behavioral services. We have a proud 50-year tradition of providing mental health & substance abuse services to our community and surrounding areas. We are an inclusive supportive ally to anyone in crisis. Download an intake packet at tahoeyouth.org or call our office to pick up an intake packet.
(530) 541-2445 View (530) 541-2445
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Manvel Ter-Pogosyan
MEd, BCBA
Verified Verified
Manvel Ter-Pogosyan, BCBA, is the CEO of Aura Behavioral Health. Aura is a healthcare group founded and led by clinicians who share the goal of fostering hope for children and families impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities. We hold a firm belief that all clients are deserving of a better quality of life despite their cultural, developmental or socioeconomic background.
Manvel Ter-Pogosyan, BCBA, is the CEO of Aura Behavioral Health. Aura is a healthcare group founded and led by clinicians who share the goal of fostering hope for children and families impacted by autism and other developmental disabilities. We hold a firm belief that all clients are deserving of a better quality of life despite their cultural, developmental or socioeconomic background.
(747) 223-8589 View (747) 223-8589
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Gadda Hendrix Consulting
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rescue, CA 95672
Gadda Hendrix Consulting offers comprehensive behavioral health consultation & support to public and private organizations across California. Please visit my website for more information on my background and available services.
Gadda Hendrix Consulting offers comprehensive behavioral health consultation & support to public and private organizations across California. Please visit my website for more information on my background and available services.
(916) 378-1240 View (916) 378-1240
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Aimie Sutton
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, PPSC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in clinical, school-based programs, and community-based settings. My expertise is working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges providing therapeutic services to clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, teen issues, grief, stress management, self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and relationship conflict.
I have over 16 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and families in clinical, school-based programs, and community-based settings. My expertise is working with a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges providing therapeutic services to clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, life transitions, teen issues, grief, stress management, self-esteem, suicidal thoughts, self-harm and relationship conflict.
(530) 203-8301 View (530) 203-8301
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Gerry Chase Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Having worked with children in play and sand tray therapy for many years I can be most helpful in consultation regarding behavioral issues with your child; plus with family interactions that need assistance in a collaborative manner such as the need to sort our marital issues from parenting issues.
I can offer you both short-term therapy or longer term therapy to address marital, couples, family, or individual concerns. Together with assessment of your presenting problem we can decide what is best. Resolution and change is possible. I have experience working with adults with adult children issues and with couples in getting beyond repeating communication patterns that are stressful.
Having worked with children in play and sand tray therapy for many years I can be most helpful in consultation regarding behavioral issues with your child; plus with family interactions that need assistance in a collaborative manner such as the need to sort our marital issues from parenting issues.
I can offer you both short-term therapy or longer term therapy to address marital, couples, family, or individual concerns. Together with assessment of your presenting problem we can decide what is best. Resolution and change is possible. I have experience working with adults with adult children issues and with couples in getting beyond repeating communication patterns that are stressful.
(916) 347-9822 View (916) 347-9822
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Peace Within - Anxiety, Trauma & OCD Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
I will help you with cognitive behavior therapy to uncover unhelpful thinking that affects how you feel and act, and by incorporating mindfulness, self-compassion skills and values clarification.
Is your world getting smaller due to the grip of anxiety or OCD? Are you isolating and tired from nonstop thinking, and missing the joy in life? Are you a parent whose child’s anxiety is out of control and spilling over to other family members? I offer warm, nonjudgmental support to children, teens, adults, couples and families. I specialize in anxiety and trauma and have resources and tools that will help you get out of your head, connect with others, and feel better.
I will help you with cognitive behavior therapy to uncover unhelpful thinking that affects how you feel and act, and by incorporating mindfulness, self-compassion skills and values clarification.
Is your world getting smaller due to the grip of anxiety or OCD? Are you isolating and tired from nonstop thinking, and missing the joy in life? Are you a parent whose child’s anxiety is out of control and spilling over to other family members? I offer warm, nonjudgmental support to children, teens, adults, couples and families. I specialize in anxiety and trauma and have resources and tools that will help you get out of your head, connect with others, and feel better.
(916) 560-1104 View (916) 560-1104
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Ashley McCulloch
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA , AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I focus on helping: Individuals struggling with anxiety and interpersonal relationships, children and teens experiencing life transitions, behavioral issues, and daily stressors, and couples counseling surrounding issues related to betrayal, communication, and expressing emotions.
Allowing yourself space to share vulnerable and emotional thoughts can sometimes be tough. Exploring these feelings without being judged can cultivate an opportunity to connect, grow, and heal as an individual. My hope is to provide a supportive environment and the tools to reach your goals. I am passionate about offering encouragement, validation, and support that will best suit your needs. While we will work to address the challenges you are facing, we will also dive into your strengths and uniqueness you possess. The experience towards self-discovery and healing is uniquely yours, and I am here to guide you every step of the way!
I focus on helping: Individuals struggling with anxiety and interpersonal relationships, children and teens experiencing life transitions, behavioral issues, and daily stressors, and couples counseling surrounding issues related to betrayal, communication, and expressing emotions.
Allowing yourself space to share vulnerable and emotional thoughts can sometimes be tough. Exploring these feelings without being judged can cultivate an opportunity to connect, grow, and heal as an individual. My hope is to provide a supportive environment and the tools to reach your goals. I am passionate about offering encouragement, validation, and support that will best suit your needs. While we will work to address the challenges you are facing, we will also dive into your strengths and uniqueness you possess. The experience towards self-discovery and healing is uniquely yours, and I am here to guide you every step of the way!
(916) 823-9872 View (916) 823-9872
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Developing Minds Psychology, LLC
LEP, NCC, NCSP
Verified Verified
Mental health is an important part of an individual's overall health and well-being. It impacts how an individual thinks, feels, and acts; as well as how one handles stress, performs in school, relates or interacts with others, and makes healthy choices. Jen offers consultation, psychoeducational testing, and psychological counseling. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults with learning disabilities, ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Depression, trauma and loss, suicidal ideation, behavioral challenges, and school adjustment issues of all kinds.
Mental health is an important part of an individual's overall health and well-being. It impacts how an individual thinks, feels, and acts; as well as how one handles stress, performs in school, relates or interacts with others, and makes healthy choices. Jen offers consultation, psychoeducational testing, and psychological counseling. She works with children, adolescents, and young adults with learning disabilities, ADHD, ASD, Anxiety, Depression, trauma and loss, suicidal ideation, behavioral challenges, and school adjustment issues of all kinds.
(916) 587-8044 View (916) 587-8044
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Gail Elizabeth Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPA , MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Placerville, CA 95667
I have worked alongside families wishing to do their best for their children and themselves for over forty years. There are times when journeys through life get challenging and support and guidance from a compassionate person is all that is needed to meet that challenge and move forward with confidence, strength, and capability. I will work with you if you are concerned about your child's behavior, your parenting, your ability to balance parenting, work and important relationships and/or your own emotional health.
I have worked alongside families wishing to do their best for their children and themselves for over forty years. There are times when journeys through life get challenging and support and guidance from a compassionate person is all that is needed to meet that challenge and move forward with confidence, strength, and capability. I will work with you if you are concerned about your child's behavior, your parenting, your ability to balance parenting, work and important relationships and/or your own emotional health.
(530) 404-5640 View (530) 404-5640
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Michelle Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Recognizing that mental health services are needed for oneself or family can often cause feelings of overwhelm, confusion, shame, guilt and fear. My goal is to support you in sorting out these emotions while re-establishing a sense of hope. For the last 15 years I have worked with children and adults with various mental health needs and in various settings, including local school campuses, ER, jail, county facilities and homes. I have specialized in treating complex trauma, behavioral concerns and high-risk behaviors. Other areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, social and attention deficits and self-harm.
Recognizing that mental health services are needed for oneself or family can often cause feelings of overwhelm, confusion, shame, guilt and fear. My goal is to support you in sorting out these emotions while re-establishing a sense of hope. For the last 15 years I have worked with children and adults with various mental health needs and in various settings, including local school campuses, ER, jail, county facilities and homes. I have specialized in treating complex trauma, behavioral concerns and high-risk behaviors. Other areas of expertise include anxiety, depression, trauma, social and attention deficits and self-harm.
(530) 317-4088 View (530) 317-4088
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A Balanced Life Tahoe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, AMFT, ASW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Examples include clients living with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, behavior problems, unprocessed trauma negatively impacting their lives, low self-esteem, difficulty with life transitions, grief and loss, chronic pain, anger, and/or addictions.
Are you ready to feel better? Then you are in the right place. We are a private practice composed of 6 therapists who provide high quality in-person and online individual, couples, and family therapy. Our mission is to bring our clients a sense of peace and balance by providing quality, evidence-based counseling practices to educate, support, and heal individuals, families and the community. We work with clients who would like to improve their overall life satisfaction, mood, anxiety management, relationships, process trauma, want to live a happier and more fulfilling life, and more.
Examples include clients living with depression, anxiety, relationship problems, behavior problems, unprocessed trauma negatively impacting their lives, low self-esteem, difficulty with life transitions, grief and loss, chronic pain, anger, and/or addictions.
Are you ready to feel better? Then you are in the right place. We are a private practice composed of 6 therapists who provide high quality in-person and online individual, couples, and family therapy. Our mission is to bring our clients a sense of peace and balance by providing quality, evidence-based counseling practices to educate, support, and heal individuals, families and the community. We work with clients who would like to improve their overall life satisfaction, mood, anxiety management, relationships, process trauma, want to live a happier and more fulfilling life, and more.
(530) 460-4051 View (530) 460-4051
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Erin R Kelly
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
I bring together a psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and humanistic approach that will effectively meet your needs.
I am an art therapist and LMFT. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who have learning disorders, issues around early attachment, depression, anxiety, pervasive development disorders, and behavioral problems. I also work with adults in individual, co-parenting and family therapy. I can support clients through crisis and life changes. I am familiar with 12 step recovery and can provided effective treatment for dually diagnosed clients.
I bring together a psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral and humanistic approach that will effectively meet your needs.
I am an art therapist and LMFT. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who have learning disorders, issues around early attachment, depression, anxiety, pervasive development disorders, and behavioral problems. I also work with adults in individual, co-parenting and family therapy. I can support clients through crisis and life changes. I am familiar with 12 step recovery and can provided effective treatment for dually diagnosed clients.
(530) 656-5772 View (530) 656-5772
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Shawna Cobabe
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
El Dorado Hills, CA 95762  (Online Only)
I have worked with children, families, individuals and couples in many different capacities before finding my calling as a therapist. I have specialized training in couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, PTSD/trauma, adoption and foster care, anxiety and depression, and other mental illness, life changes, grief and loss. I also work with adolescents who are struggling in school or with behavior problems, defiance, and depression and anxiety. I work with couples and families for a variety of reasons. I can help you too.
I have worked with children, families, individuals and couples in many different capacities before finding my calling as a therapist. I have specialized training in couples and marriage counseling, family counseling, PTSD/trauma, adoption and foster care, anxiety and depression, and other mental illness, life changes, grief and loss. I also work with adolescents who are struggling in school or with behavior problems, defiance, and depression and anxiety. I work with couples and families for a variety of reasons. I can help you too.
(925) 329-6259 View (925) 329-6259
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Michelle Powers
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Placerville, CA 95667
As an eclectic therapist utilizing a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and play therapy approaches, I assist clients in discovering and developing resources within themselves and their community. By walking alongside clients, together we are able to identify, confront, and make life changes in your journey of life. My counseling experience includes individuals, couples, families, and group counseling of all age groups. My training includes experience in community-based counseling service organizations, group home environments, private schools, military communities both stateside and overseas, and private practice.
As an eclectic therapist utilizing a combination of cognitive, behavioral, and play therapy approaches, I assist clients in discovering and developing resources within themselves and their community. By walking alongside clients, together we are able to identify, confront, and make life changes in your journey of life. My counseling experience includes individuals, couples, families, and group counseling of all age groups. My training includes experience in community-based counseling service organizations, group home environments, private schools, military communities both stateside and overseas, and private practice.
(408) 351-3821 View (408) 351-3821
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Dan Davies
Psychologist, PhD, LEP
Verified Verified
I can assist you and your child with the following: executive function deficits, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (in children and adults), Autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, behavior problems, social issues, emotional issues such as anger management, homework struggles, and test anxiety.
Children and adolescents struggle in school for many different reasons. If your child is struggling academically, a detailed assessment is the best way to understand the true causes of these struggles. I have tested and helped hundreds of clients with a wide spectrum of struggles. In addition to assessment, I offer treatments including individual counseling, family counseling, consultation, and parenting advice. I have counseled many clients in all stages of life to help them overcome many difficulties.
I can assist you and your child with the following: executive function deficits, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (in children and adults), Autism spectrum disorders, learning disabilities, anxiety, depression, Bipolar disorder, behavior problems, social issues, emotional issues such as anger management, homework struggles, and test anxiety.
Children and adolescents struggle in school for many different reasons. If your child is struggling academically, a detailed assessment is the best way to understand the true causes of these struggles. I have tested and helped hundreds of clients with a wide spectrum of struggles. In addition to assessment, I offer treatments including individual counseling, family counseling, consultation, and parenting advice. I have counseled many clients in all stages of life to help them overcome many difficulties.
(916) 710-8592 View (916) 710-8592
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Kirsten Kuzirian
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Waitlist for new clients
As the owner of Napa and Folsom Child Wellness, and host of the Wide Awake Parenting Podcast (www.wideawakeparenting.com), my focus is providing exceptional services for families. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and have trained clinicians for the past 5 years. I use child focused tools, like play therapy, to learn about your child and help them identify new skills to manage behavioral, emotional and school-based issues. My favorite part of this work is getting to know your family. We will use your family's strengths and value system to create comfortable solutions for you and your child.
As the owner of Napa and Folsom Child Wellness, and host of the Wide Awake Parenting Podcast (www.wideawakeparenting.com), my focus is providing exceptional services for families. I have over 15 years of experience working with children and have trained clinicians for the past 5 years. I use child focused tools, like play therapy, to learn about your child and help them identify new skills to manage behavioral, emotional and school-based issues. My favorite part of this work is getting to know your family. We will use your family's strengths and value system to create comfortable solutions for you and your child.
(707) 309-6688 View (707) 309-6688

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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.