Behavioral Issues Therapists in Plymouth County, MA

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Morgan Rogliano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Hingham, MA 02043  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained with a Cognitive Behavioral focus as well as in trauma and grief.
Having difficulty managing day-to-day life, school, work, or relationships? If you are experiencing any of these and desire change we can work together, to find a balance and promote emotional well-being.
I am trained with a Cognitive Behavioral focus as well as in trauma and grief.
Having difficulty managing day-to-day life, school, work, or relationships? If you are experiencing any of these and desire change we can work together, to find a balance and promote emotional well-being.
(508) 691-8914 View (508) 691-8914
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Vanessa O'Toole, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Plymouth, MA 02360
Life can be difficult and my goal is to help people with these difficult life situations. Sometimes it can be relationships, parenting, nervousness, depression, or help overcoming a past trauma. I am certified in Sand tray therapy to help process any of these life difficulties, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy to assist with past traumas, and Triple P which is the positive parenting program to assist parents with many issues from sleeping issues in infants to ADHD in elementary school. I also have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy. Current availability during school/work hours online and in person
Life can be difficult and my goal is to help people with these difficult life situations. Sometimes it can be relationships, parenting, nervousness, depression, or help overcoming a past trauma. I am certified in Sand tray therapy to help process any of these life difficulties, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy to assist with past traumas, and Triple P which is the positive parenting program to assist parents with many issues from sleeping issues in infants to ADHD in elementary school. I also have training in Emotionally Focused Therapy. Current availability during school/work hours online and in person
(781) 417-5323 View (781) 417-5323
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Jennifer A Ford
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bridgewater, MA 02324  (Online Only)
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with extensive experience in individual psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotion regulation, stress management, and behavior change. I strive to be a positive, motivating force for my clients and I approach treatment from an evidence-based, solution-focused perspective. I work primarily with college students and young adults but I welcome adult patients of all ages. I see clients with a wide variety of life stressors and challenges, including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, learning challenges, and social, interpersonal issues.
I am a licensed, clinical psychologist with extensive experience in individual psychotherapy, cognitive-behavioral therapy, emotion regulation, stress management, and behavior change. I strive to be a positive, motivating force for my clients and I approach treatment from an evidence-based, solution-focused perspective. I work primarily with college students and young adults but I welcome adult patients of all ages. I see clients with a wide variety of life stressors and challenges, including mood disorders, anxiety, OCD, ADHD, learning challenges, and social, interpersonal issues.
(774) 224-8717 View (774) 224-8717
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Eliza Lila Sorenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Brockton, MA 02402
Lila utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and more.
Eliza "Lila" Sorenson is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). She has years of experience working with a variety of clients, including both children and adults. She has experience working with individuals with autism spectrum-related issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, psychosis, personality disorders, trauma, and more.
Lila utilizes multiple treatment approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), motivational interviewing, mindfulness, and more.
Eliza "Lila" Sorenson is a Licensed Certified Social Worker (LCSW). She has years of experience working with a variety of clients, including both children and adults. She has experience working with individuals with autism spectrum-related issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, psychosis, personality disorders, trauma, and more.
(781) 417-3888 View (781) 417-3888
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Sophie Stoker-Long at Inspired
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hanover, MA 02339
I provide individual treatment to adolescents age 12 and above as well as adults. I offer an accepting, constructive environment and aim to address my client's needs in a way that feels down to earth, maintainable and realistic for them. My therapeutic style is a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), utilizing dialectical- behavioral therapy skills (DBT), psycho-educational and supportive therapy. I specialize in working with clients dealing with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, and motivation challenges. In addition to individual treatment, I help to facilitate DBT skills groups.
I provide individual treatment to adolescents age 12 and above as well as adults. I offer an accepting, constructive environment and aim to address my client's needs in a way that feels down to earth, maintainable and realistic for them. My therapeutic style is a combination of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), utilizing dialectical- behavioral therapy skills (DBT), psycho-educational and supportive therapy. I specialize in working with clients dealing with generalized anxiety, social anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, and motivation challenges. In addition to individual treatment, I help to facilitate DBT skills groups.
(339) 675-1882 View (339) 675-1882
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Leslie A Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Plymouth, MA 02360
I inherently believe that all behavior is communication and is an expression of an underlying need.
Hi there, I am so glad you are here! I look forward to the possibility of working with you or your child. I am here to support each and every one of my clients in being the best version of themselves that is possible. An area of focus in my practice is children and adolescents impacted by trauma and neuro-developmental diversity. In addition, I work with many parents/caregivers of young children who, due to their children's circumstances and other life stressors, are struggling themselves. I look forward to connecting!
I inherently believe that all behavior is communication and is an expression of an underlying need.
Hi there, I am so glad you are here! I look forward to the possibility of working with you or your child. I am here to support each and every one of my clients in being the best version of themselves that is possible. An area of focus in my practice is children and adolescents impacted by trauma and neuro-developmental diversity. In addition, I work with many parents/caregivers of young children who, due to their children's circumstances and other life stressors, are struggling themselves. I look forward to connecting!
(339) 793-4839 View (339) 793-4839
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Carolyn DeLuca
MS, LABA, BCBA
Verified Verified
Abington, MA 02351
My name is Carolyn and I am a behavioral consultant who is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LABA) in Massachusetts with over 13 years of experience in the field of ABA and Special Education. I offer consultation services and educational support to children with developmental disorders, including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, using scientifically proven and evidence-based strategies that will help you navigate behaviors that are challenging and provide tools to improve and enhance your relationship with your child. My services focus on helping your child reach developmental milestones,
My name is Carolyn and I am a behavioral consultant who is a Board-Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA) and Licensed Behavior Analyst (LABA) in Massachusetts with over 13 years of experience in the field of ABA and Special Education. I offer consultation services and educational support to children with developmental disorders, including ADHD and Autism Spectrum Disorder, using scientifically proven and evidence-based strategies that will help you navigate behaviors that are challenging and provide tools to improve and enhance your relationship with your child. My services focus on helping your child reach developmental milestones,
(339) 329-8243 View (339) 329-8243
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Corey J Nigro
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP, LNHA
Verified Verified
Duxbury, MA 02332
Are you tired of seeing a clinician and still thinking, acting, and feeling the same way? If yes, a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is what is needed. At INWARDBOUNDPSYCH, LLC our focus is on the timely and accurate assessment and diagnosis of psychiatric, behavioral, neurodevelopmental, neuropsychological, and neurodegenerative disorders to facilitate the most efficacious treatment interventions and services. We provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations in a timely and efficient manner and ensure the highest of standards. We also provide Cognitive-Behavioral psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan. Diagnostic clarification, which facilitates accurate psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic treatment, is the primary focus and mission of our practice.
Are you tired of seeing a clinician and still thinking, acting, and feeling the same way? If yes, a comprehensive diagnostic evaluation is what is needed. At INWARDBOUNDPSYCH, LLC our focus is on the timely and accurate assessment and diagnosis of psychiatric, behavioral, neurodevelopmental, neuropsychological, and neurodegenerative disorders to facilitate the most efficacious treatment interventions and services. We provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological evaluations in a timely and efficient manner and ensure the highest of standards. We also provide Cognitive-Behavioral psychotherapy to individuals across the lifespan. Diagnostic clarification, which facilitates accurate psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic treatment, is the primary focus and mission of our practice.
(617) 539-2067 View (617) 539-2067
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Stephanie McGloin
MS, BCBA, LABA
Verified Verified
Marshfield, MA 02050
My clients want to move out of feeling stuck and into a meaningful life. Present, open, awareness, is a skillset that we will build incrementally within our sessions. My specialty is in cultivating healthy relationship dynamics, with self and others. I specialize in supporting parents and children with autism and other behavioral challenges, pre-teens/teens/adults with learning healthy emotional release and aligning with their authentic expression, and adults moving through life transitions such as divorce/break ups/and career transition who are learning to find themselves again and rebuild their lives.
My clients want to move out of feeling stuck and into a meaningful life. Present, open, awareness, is a skillset that we will build incrementally within our sessions. My specialty is in cultivating healthy relationship dynamics, with self and others. I specialize in supporting parents and children with autism and other behavioral challenges, pre-teens/teens/adults with learning healthy emotional release and aligning with their authentic expression, and adults moving through life transitions such as divorce/break ups/and career transition who are learning to find themselves again and rebuild their lives.
(781) 546-4731 View (781) 546-4731
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Alyson Skok
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Marshfield, MA 02050
I have a passion for supporting and guiding children, adolescents, adults, and families through challenging times so they are able to attain the skills and knowledge needed to live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. My focus includes mood disorders, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, building social and peer relationships, behavioral interventions, anger management, family dynamics and conflict, parenting, LGBTQ issues, military lifestyle concerns, and trauma. I often use a short-term, solution focused approach that uses a mix cognitive behavioral techniques, humor, and positive psychology.
I have a passion for supporting and guiding children, adolescents, adults, and families through challenging times so they are able to attain the skills and knowledge needed to live happier, healthier, and more fulfilling lives. My focus includes mood disorders, anxiety, depression, adjustment issues, building social and peer relationships, behavioral interventions, anger management, family dynamics and conflict, parenting, LGBTQ issues, military lifestyle concerns, and trauma. I often use a short-term, solution focused approach that uses a mix cognitive behavioral techniques, humor, and positive psychology.
(781) 381-4359 x272 View (781) 381-4359 x272
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Emily Polutchko @ The Psyched Group
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Middleborough, MA 02346
I use a blend of therapeutic modalities, such as Individual Play therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness-based approaches, tailoring interventions to meet each individual's unique needs.
Serving kids, teens, and young adults. I use a person-centered strengths based approach in counseling practice. Clients are able to utilize their strengths to identify strategies and coping skills to manage their needs, and maximize new coping skills as their human development unfolds. I believe in the importance of establishing a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, where people feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences as they grow into the best version of themselves.
I use a blend of therapeutic modalities, such as Individual Play therapy, Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT), and Mindfulness-based approaches, tailoring interventions to meet each individual's unique needs.
Serving kids, teens, and young adults. I use a person-centered strengths based approach in counseling practice. Clients are able to utilize their strengths to identify strategies and coping skills to manage their needs, and maximize new coping skills as their human development unfolds. I believe in the importance of establishing a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship, where people feel heard, understood, and empowered to explore their thoughts, feelings, and experiences as they grow into the best version of themselves.
(508) 978-5652 x713 View (508) 978-5652 x713
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Andrea Kelley @ The Psyched Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Middleborough, MA 02346
Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and relational interventions, I offer clients a comprehensive approach to mental health.
I am a mental health counselor dedicated to supporting diverse communities, specializing in LGBTQ+ individuals, women, families, and children. My journey began with a deep commitment to addressing mental health within marginalized groups, and I've honed my expertise through specialized training and hands-on experience. I create safe and affirming spaces for ALL individuals to explore identity, relationships, and mental health concerns. With women, I navigate issues related to empowerment, conquering trauma, body image, and gender roles. Working with families, I foster communication and understanding while promoting healthy dynamics.
Specializing in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and relational interventions, I offer clients a comprehensive approach to mental health.
I am a mental health counselor dedicated to supporting diverse communities, specializing in LGBTQ+ individuals, women, families, and children. My journey began with a deep commitment to addressing mental health within marginalized groups, and I've honed my expertise through specialized training and hands-on experience. I create safe and affirming spaces for ALL individuals to explore identity, relationships, and mental health concerns. With women, I navigate issues related to empowerment, conquering trauma, body image, and gender roles. Working with families, I foster communication and understanding while promoting healthy dynamics.
(508) 504-9887 x715 View (508) 504-9887 x715
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Patrick Gorman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hingham, MA 02043
Together we will also identify your strengths as well as possible unhealthy thinking or behavioral patterns and how they relate to your everyday experiences and emotions.
Currently accepting weekend and evening clients. If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. My passion is helping individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have multiple years of professional and private practice experience helping teens, middle aged, senior adults, and couples navigate emotional difficulties and traumatic periods of their lives.
Together we will also identify your strengths as well as possible unhealthy thinking or behavioral patterns and how they relate to your everyday experiences and emotions.
Currently accepting weekend and evening clients. If you are feeling stuck, stressed, anxious, sad, avoidant, unmotivated, distracted, or generally discontent with yourself, your social life, your job, your purpose, or a particular relationship or situation you have found yourself in, you might be suffering from anxiety, depression, or acute stress disorder. My passion is helping individuals with anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. I have multiple years of professional and private practice experience helping teens, middle aged, senior adults, and couples navigate emotional difficulties and traumatic periods of their lives.
(508) 231-9064 View (508) 231-9064
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Marydanielle Ann Verrier
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MEd, CGAS, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West Bridgewater, MA 02379  (Online Only)
I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral, ARCH, Trauma informed.
Telehealth Provider Only Late evening appointment and weekends available. I enjoy working with client who are thinking and making changes in their lives but may need assistance moving forward. Helping people work through changes of stages and developing coping strategies to help with daily functioning. Individual Therapy is also helpful with children and families in helping regulate emotions and learn new coping skills that they are better able to adjust to their environment and respond in a healthy way.
I am trained in a variety of evidence based therapies including Cognitive Behavioral, ARCH, Trauma informed.
Telehealth Provider Only Late evening appointment and weekends available. I enjoy working with client who are thinking and making changes in their lives but may need assistance moving forward. Helping people work through changes of stages and developing coping strategies to help with daily functioning. Individual Therapy is also helpful with children and families in helping regulate emotions and learn new coping skills that they are better able to adjust to their environment and respond in a healthy way.
(781) 819-5777 View (781) 819-5777
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Brianna Benedict
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwell, MA 02061
Hello there and welcome! My background is in working with relationships, trauma, anxiety and emotional and behavioral disorders. I like to take a humanistic and person-centered approach in my work, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and a Strengths-Based Perspective. I enjoy working with all age groups. In my free time I enjoy reading and yoga and spending time with my dogs Nova and Oakley!
Hello there and welcome! My background is in working with relationships, trauma, anxiety and emotional and behavioral disorders. I like to take a humanistic and person-centered approach in my work, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and a Strengths-Based Perspective. I enjoy working with all age groups. In my free time I enjoy reading and yoga and spending time with my dogs Nova and Oakley!
(339) 329-7002 View (339) 329-7002
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Andrea L Bross
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Hingham, MA 02043
Whether you are looking for a better understanding of yourself and your relationships, or are looking to alleviate symptoms, change your behavior, or improve your coping strategies, counseling/therapy provides you with a time to focus on yourself and make real changes in your thinking, feeling, behavior and life.
I believe strongly in forming a warm and collaborative relationship and tailoring my approach to your needs and goals. Since no two clients are the same, I am very flexible in my approach. Depending on your struggles, goals, and needs, I might be highly directive or non-directive, always providing a safe space to work through your thinking and emotions. I am eclectic in my work, meaning I draw from many techniques/orientations including cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and existential therapy. My first goal is always to develop a collaborative relationship, as I consider us partners in this process.
Whether you are looking for a better understanding of yourself and your relationships, or are looking to alleviate symptoms, change your behavior, or improve your coping strategies, counseling/therapy provides you with a time to focus on yourself and make real changes in your thinking, feeling, behavior and life.
I believe strongly in forming a warm and collaborative relationship and tailoring my approach to your needs and goals. Since no two clients are the same, I am very flexible in my approach. Depending on your struggles, goals, and needs, I might be highly directive or non-directive, always providing a safe space to work through your thinking and emotions. I am eclectic in my work, meaning I draw from many techniques/orientations including cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and existential therapy. My first goal is always to develop a collaborative relationship, as I consider us partners in this process.
(781) 694-1062 View (781) 694-1062
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Max Roberts
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Norwell, MA 02061
Accepting new clients! Is there something about your life that you'd like to see change? I've worked in a variety of settings - residential treatment facilities, sober houses, in-home behavioral health services, concierge medicine, outpatient, and others - with a wide range of clients. Let me use my experience to help you realize the change you want to see.
Accepting new clients! Is there something about your life that you'd like to see change? I've worked in a variety of settings - residential treatment facilities, sober houses, in-home behavioral health services, concierge medicine, outpatient, and others - with a wide range of clients. Let me use my experience to help you realize the change you want to see.
(339) 674-6017 View (339) 674-6017
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Leah Church
Pre-Licensed Professional, M Ed
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mattapoisett, MA 02739
I utilize a strengths-based approach and implement a variety of treatment strategies including Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychotherapy.
My experience extends to all age groups in a variety of settings. These include in-home therapy with children and families, addiction and substance use disorders, assessing and treating adolescents, as well as working with youth interacting with the legal system. I enjoy assisting clients with managing emotions, anxiety, impulsivity, depression, parenting struggles, achieving goals, and moving through a variety of life challenges. I also have a strong interest in specializing in the treatment of children by incorporating Adlerian Play Therapy.
I utilize a strengths-based approach and implement a variety of treatment strategies including Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Psychotherapy.
My experience extends to all age groups in a variety of settings. These include in-home therapy with children and families, addiction and substance use disorders, assessing and treating adolescents, as well as working with youth interacting with the legal system. I enjoy assisting clients with managing emotions, anxiety, impulsivity, depression, parenting struggles, achieving goals, and moving through a variety of life challenges. I also have a strong interest in specializing in the treatment of children by incorporating Adlerian Play Therapy.
(774) 806-5035 View (774) 806-5035
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Ariana Andrade
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Duxbury, MA 02332
I utilize an eclectic, client-centered approach, drawing from techniques rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Strength-based Relational Therapy.
I am a Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts, specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults. I aim to provide a culturally responsive, non-judgmental, yet direct approach to therapy, with the goal of helping my clients find confidence and purpose in not only their strengths, but their weaknesses. I work with clients and families to address life’s challenges by helping them to examine interpersonal relationships, process difficult thoughts and emotions, explore healthy coping strategies and find tangible solutions.
I utilize an eclectic, client-centered approach, drawing from techniques rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy and Strength-based Relational Therapy.
I am a Clinical Social Worker in the state of Massachusetts, specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and young adults. I aim to provide a culturally responsive, non-judgmental, yet direct approach to therapy, with the goal of helping my clients find confidence and purpose in not only their strengths, but their weaknesses. I work with clients and families to address life’s challenges by helping them to examine interpersonal relationships, process difficult thoughts and emotions, explore healthy coping strategies and find tangible solutions.
(857) 574-4880 View (857) 574-4880
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Laura Marchetti Mullette
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Hingham, MA 02043  (Online Only)
I am a clinical social worker with over 19 years of experience. I’ve worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced a variety of clinical issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, anger management and self-harm. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques extensively to help clients implement positive change. I am a firm believer in starting where the client is. As we build a therapeutic relationship it is important to focus on the client's goals in an open and safe environment. I believe that all people have the capacity to make positive changes in their lives.
I am a clinical social worker with over 19 years of experience. I’ve worked extensively with children, adolescents, and adults who have experienced a variety of clinical issues, including anxiety, depression, OCD, ADHD, anger management and self-harm. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques extensively to help clients implement positive change. I am a firm believer in starting where the client is. As we build a therapeutic relationship it is important to focus on the client's goals in an open and safe environment. I believe that all people have the capacity to make positive changes in their lives.
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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.