Behavioral Issues Therapists in Whiteside County, IL
Paulette M Selmi
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sterling, IL 61081
Dr. Selmi is a licensed psychology located in Sterling, Illinois, 61081. Behavioral health interventions, FOID evaluations, family court expertise. Mental health intervention used are evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Behavior Therapy (BT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dr. Selmi is fully trained in these focused evidence and scientifically-based methods. A large array of presenting problems can be addressed, including depression, anxiety, panic-anxiety, behavioral problems (children and adolescents), couples, family, parenting and co-parenting difficulties with divorced or separated parents.
Dr. Selmi is a licensed psychology located in Sterling, Illinois, 61081. Behavioral health interventions, FOID evaluations, family court expertise. Mental health intervention used are evidence-based methods such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Behavior Therapy (BT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). Dr. Selmi is fully trained in these focused evidence and scientifically-based methods. A large array of presenting problems can be addressed, including depression, anxiety, panic-anxiety, behavioral problems (children and adolescents), couples, family, parenting and co-parenting difficulties with divorced or separated parents.
Jennifer Streets
Counselor, LMHC, LPHA, LCPC, CFM
Verified Verified
Sterling, IL 61081
I have worked in the mental health field for more 20 years following a career as a junior and senior high teacher. I have experience with everyone from very young children to elderly individuals. I believe firmly in the individual's ability to change if they so desire, regardless of education level, socioeconomic status, or past challenges. I approach all people with an open mind and a non-judgmental attitude. Acceptance and kindness are important traits and ones I strive to show each and every person I meet, whether that is within my office or at the grocery store.
I have worked in the mental health field for more 20 years following a career as a junior and senior high teacher. I have experience with everyone from very young children to elderly individuals. I believe firmly in the individual's ability to change if they so desire, regardless of education level, socioeconomic status, or past challenges. I approach all people with an open mind and a non-judgmental attitude. Acceptance and kindness are important traits and ones I strive to show each and every person I meet, whether that is within my office or at the grocery store.
Journey Well Therapy and Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fulton, IL 61252 (Online Only)
If you are seeking support in living with ADHD, let's work together! I'm a mental health professional with lived experience with ADHD and would be honored to join you in building the environment and skills that you need. I am also a neurodiversity affirming provider, which means that I practice from the belief that the ADHD neurotype is a valuable expression of human diversity. Our goal won't be to "fix you" - you aren't broken! But when our environments and skillsets don't support our experiences, ADHD can be disabling, leading to frustrations at both work and home.
If you are seeking support in living with ADHD, let's work together! I'm a mental health professional with lived experience with ADHD and would be honored to join you in building the environment and skills that you need. I am also a neurodiversity affirming provider, which means that I practice from the belief that the ADHD neurotype is a valuable expression of human diversity. Our goal won't be to "fix you" - you aren't broken! But when our environments and skillsets don't support our experiences, ADHD can be disabling, leading to frustrations at both work and home.
Journey Well Therapy and Coaching
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fulton, IL 61252 (Online Only)
If you are seeking support in living with ADHD, let's work together! I'm a mental health professional with lived experience with ADHD and would be honored to join you in building the environment and skills that you need. I am also a neurodiversity affirming provider, which means that I practice from the belief that the ADHD neurotype is a valuable expression of human diversity. Our goal won't be to "fix you" - you aren't broken! But when our environments and skillsets don't support our experiences, ADHD can be disabling, leading to frustrations at both work and home.
If you are seeking support in living with ADHD, let's work together! I'm a mental health professional with lived experience with ADHD and would be honored to join you in building the environment and skills that you need. I am also a neurodiversity affirming provider, which means that I practice from the belief that the ADHD neurotype is a valuable expression of human diversity. Our goal won't be to "fix you" - you aren't broken! But when our environments and skillsets don't support our experiences, ADHD can be disabling, leading to frustrations at both work and home.
Melissa Gates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sterling, IL 61081
I am devoted both to helping my clients with the distress and overwhelming challenges life can present, while inspiring them to find balance, empowerment and contentment as they reach for their goals and personal potential. My depth of experience has led me to a firm belief that individuals can achieve their own idea of happiness through a holistic approach that focuses on the mind, body and spirit. My therapeutic approach is tailored to my clients’ needs and goals. My role is to create a safe, empowering, respectful environment. Your role is to take the first step that will lead you to discover your path to healing.
I am devoted both to helping my clients with the distress and overwhelming challenges life can present, while inspiring them to find balance, empowerment and contentment as they reach for their goals and personal potential. My depth of experience has led me to a firm belief that individuals can achieve their own idea of happiness through a holistic approach that focuses on the mind, body and spirit. My therapeutic approach is tailored to my clients’ needs and goals. My role is to create a safe, empowering, respectful environment. Your role is to take the first step that will lead you to discover your path to healing.
Online Therapists
Brittany Snow
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Saint Charles, IL 60174
Her areas of specialty include autism, ADHD, depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, and life transitions among clients of all ages.
Dr. Snow specializes in administering psychological and neuropsychological testing with children, adolescents, and adults. She frequently assesses learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, mood disorders, defiance, and conducts pre-surgical evaluations. She is trained in the ADOS-2, a measure that is considered the “gold standard” assessment for diagnosing autism. Her psychological reports include easy to read language and unique recommendations tailored to each client.
Her areas of specialty include autism, ADHD, depression, anxiety, behavioral disorders, and life transitions among clients of all ages.
Dr. Snow specializes in administering psychological and neuropsychological testing with children, adolescents, and adults. She frequently assesses learning disabilities, ADHD, autism, mood disorders, defiance, and conducts pre-surgical evaluations. She is trained in the ADOS-2, a measure that is considered the “gold standard” assessment for diagnosing autism. Her psychological reports include easy to read language and unique recommendations tailored to each client.
Katie Blum
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dekalb, IL 60115 (Online Only)
My treatment approaches incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), as well as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
I strive to walk alongside clients on their personal and unique journey of life, supporting each individual person while providing strategies, education, and insight into ongoing stressors. My approach to therapy focuses on meeting clients where they are at and helping them reach their self-determined goals. I help clients define their strengths while providing proven strategies to build resilience and strengthen everyday coping. My specialties include anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD/executive functioning, academic difficulties, interpersonal and relationship issues, self-esteem, and sleep troubles.
My treatment approaches incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), as well as dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT).
I strive to walk alongside clients on their personal and unique journey of life, supporting each individual person while providing strategies, education, and insight into ongoing stressors. My approach to therapy focuses on meeting clients where they are at and helping them reach their self-determined goals. I help clients define their strengths while providing proven strategies to build resilience and strengthen everyday coping. My specialties include anxiety disorders, depression, ADHD/executive functioning, academic difficulties, interpersonal and relationship issues, self-esteem, and sleep troubles.
Melanie Sharpe
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Dekalb, IL 60115 (Online Only)
I believe in facilitating a therapeutic space through the use of empathy and compassion. I rely on utilizing the tools of Person-Centered Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to aid in building a strong therapeutic bond. I believe in using a non-authoritative approach that aids in empowering clients so they may find their own strengths find meaningful solutions.
I believe in facilitating a therapeutic space through the use of empathy and compassion. I rely on utilizing the tools of Person-Centered Therapy as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness to aid in building a strong therapeutic bond. I believe in using a non-authoritative approach that aids in empowering clients so they may find their own strengths find meaningful solutions.
Mark Roy LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACHT, ROHN
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Joliet, IL 60435
I use many therapy modalities such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rohon Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology & Reality Therapy to help people reach their personal goals.
Many of the people that come to see me have in someway either lost their way in life and are tired of settling for the crumbs. Some come because of their lives have become out of balance and in some cases out of control in the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual areas. Others, because they are in a tremendous amount of emotional pain. My goal is to help you find a healthy way of dealing with whatever the issues, in effective ways, that are keeping you from reaching your highest potential and to heal the obvious and not so obvious wounds that might be preventing that from happening.
I use many therapy modalities such as Psychodynamic Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rohon Therapy, Transpersonal Psychology & Reality Therapy to help people reach their personal goals.
Many of the people that come to see me have in someway either lost their way in life and are tired of settling for the crumbs. Some come because of their lives have become out of balance and in some cases out of control in the mental, physical, emotional and spiritual areas. Others, because they are in a tremendous amount of emotional pain. My goal is to help you find a healthy way of dealing with whatever the issues, in effective ways, that are keeping you from reaching your highest potential and to heal the obvious and not so obvious wounds that might be preventing that from happening.
Shelly Scamardo
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
Are you seeing changes in your child’s behavior or attitude? Is your daughter anxious and worried or sad and cranky? Is she crying a lot or easily upset by little things? Does she have low self-esteem? Is your son nervous and fearful? Clinging to you and afraid to be alone? Does he lack confidence in himself? Are you a frustrated parent unsure how to help your child be their best self? Do you feel like you've tried everything and nothing works? I can help.
Are you seeing changes in your child’s behavior or attitude? Is your daughter anxious and worried or sad and cranky? Is she crying a lot or easily upset by little things? Does she have low self-esteem? Is your son nervous and fearful? Clinging to you and afraid to be alone? Does he lack confidence in himself? Are you a frustrated parent unsure how to help your child be their best self? Do you feel like you've tried everything and nothing works? I can help.
Transformations Counseling PLLC
Counselor, EdD, LCPC, NCC, CRADC
Verified Verified
Lake In The Hills, IL 60156
Cognitive behavioral approach tackles problem behaviors and communication by addressing the feelings, thinking and beliefs that drive the behaviors.
Our experienced team of therapists has been helping clients achieve their best self, better relationships, and a more balanced life since 2012. The more common struggles we help clients overcome are anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship problems, and parenting challenges. If you have been wrestling with these or other issues, we are here to help. We work with older kids (8+), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Most of our therapists are EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved) and also use other effective approaches including CBT, DBT, and systemic approaches.
Cognitive behavioral approach tackles problem behaviors and communication by addressing the feelings, thinking and beliefs that drive the behaviors.
Our experienced team of therapists has been helping clients achieve their best self, better relationships, and a more balanced life since 2012. The more common struggles we help clients overcome are anxiety and depression, trauma and PTSD, relationship problems, and parenting challenges. If you have been wrestling with these or other issues, we are here to help. We work with older kids (8+), adolescents, adults, couples, and families. Most of our therapists are EMDR trained (EMDRIA approved) and also use other effective approaches including CBT, DBT, and systemic approaches.
Angela Fedinec
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60565
I also offer support to parents, helping them work through behavioral challenges or disciplinary issues within the home.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I understand that the decision to seek counseling can be a difficult one. The fact that you are considering counseling means that you recognize the need for some support at this time in your life, either for yourself or for a loved one. Realizing that you do not have to face this challenge alone is an important step towards growth and healing. With my experience as both a school social worker (15 years) and clinical social worker (1 year), I am uniquely qualified to support you on that journey.
I also offer support to parents, helping them work through behavioral challenges or disciplinary issues within the home.
Thank you for taking the time to view my profile. I understand that the decision to seek counseling can be a difficult one. The fact that you are considering counseling means that you recognize the need for some support at this time in your life, either for yourself or for a loved one. Realizing that you do not have to face this challenge alone is an important step towards growth and healing. With my experience as both a school social worker (15 years) and clinical social worker (1 year), I am uniquely qualified to support you on that journey.
Richard McCoy
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodstock, IL 60098
I have helped many people move through difficult times in their life, however, a majority of my work has been helping men dealing with behavioral, emotional, mental health, phase of life issues as well as healthy self-expression and communication problems.
Do you feel like you have somehow became lost on the pathway of your life? Losing touch with those wonderful and unique parts of ourselves often leaves us feeling powerless and keeps us from moving forward to the bigger and better things we deserve. If you feel that the time to find yourself again is now, I would be happy to assist you to get back on the path to empowerment so you can get to where you're supposed to be.
I have helped many people move through difficult times in their life, however, a majority of my work has been helping men dealing with behavioral, emotional, mental health, phase of life issues as well as healthy self-expression and communication problems.
Do you feel like you have somehow became lost on the pathway of your life? Losing touch with those wonderful and unique parts of ourselves often leaves us feeling powerless and keeps us from moving forward to the bigger and better things we deserve. If you feel that the time to find yourself again is now, I would be happy to assist you to get back on the path to empowerment so you can get to where you're supposed to be.
Mitchell Sandy
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roselle, IL 60172 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a career in working with adults, adolescents, and families. My professional experiences include helping individuals with anxiety and depression; individuals that have experienced childhood trauma; and young adults experiencing emotional or behavioral issues. I utilized a relational approach to build a working relationship to mutually develop goals for treatment. Treatment planning frequently includes the use of cognitive behavioral interventions to develop problem-solving strategies and coping skills I am currently accepting new clients, and office hours are Mon and Wed evenings.
I am a licensed Clinical Psychologist with a career in working with adults, adolescents, and families. My professional experiences include helping individuals with anxiety and depression; individuals that have experienced childhood trauma; and young adults experiencing emotional or behavioral issues. I utilized a relational approach to build a working relationship to mutually develop goals for treatment. Treatment planning frequently includes the use of cognitive behavioral interventions to develop problem-solving strategies and coping skills I am currently accepting new clients, and office hours are Mon and Wed evenings.
Ramos & Associates Behavioral Health Clinic
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
Greetings, I am Dr. Edgar Ramos, founder and Director of Ramos and Associates Behavioral Health Clinic. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience in various capacities. I have worked with many populations, such as children, adolescents and adults. My experience as a director of clinical services for residential treatment services, behavioral health hospital and community outpatient clinic gives me a robust range of specialties and experiences.
Greetings, I am Dr. Edgar Ramos, founder and Director of Ramos and Associates Behavioral Health Clinic. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with nearly 20 years of experience in various capacities. I have worked with many populations, such as children, adolescents and adults. My experience as a director of clinical services for residential treatment services, behavioral health hospital and community outpatient clinic gives me a robust range of specialties and experiences.
Arthea J Larson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rock Island, IL 61201
I work from a cognitive behavioral, systems and social learning family therapy perspective.
I have 30 years experience as a licensed clinician and believe all behavior is communication. Whether it’s a child having meltdowns at school, an angry teenager, or an adult with anxiety – each contains a message that therapy can help decipher. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they currently have but sometimes that isn’t enough. By collaborating with you, the client, we will look at the bigger picture of things that may be influencing your challenges and make adjustments/learn new tools so that more effective strategies can shine through.
I work from a cognitive behavioral, systems and social learning family therapy perspective.
I have 30 years experience as a licensed clinician and believe all behavior is communication. Whether it’s a child having meltdowns at school, an angry teenager, or an adult with anxiety – each contains a message that therapy can help decipher. I believe everyone is doing the best they can with the tools they currently have but sometimes that isn’t enough. By collaborating with you, the client, we will look at the bigger picture of things that may be influencing your challenges and make adjustments/learn new tools so that more effective strategies can shine through.
Kate Van Eycke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
West Dundee, IL 60118 (Online Only)
Using techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, schema therapy, mindfulness and humor, we work together to resolve your issues.
Do you secretly question: What's wrong with me? Do you feel as though you have to hide your shameful secrets, depression or anxiety from the scrutiny of the world? Have you been living with the secrecy and shame of an affair? Or maybe you and your partner have tried everything you can think of to make your relationship better but it just isn't working. If you would like to explore those issues in a safe, shame-free environment, I would love to work with you.
Using techniques drawn from cognitive behavioral therapy, schema therapy, mindfulness and humor, we work together to resolve your issues.
Do you secretly question: What's wrong with me? Do you feel as though you have to hide your shameful secrets, depression or anxiety from the scrutiny of the world? Have you been living with the secrecy and shame of an affair? Or maybe you and your partner have tried everything you can think of to make your relationship better but it just isn't working. If you would like to explore those issues in a safe, shame-free environment, I would love to work with you.
Jessica Viviann Deron
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC, MA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bolingbrook, IL 60440 (Online Only)
I hope to extend a warm, kind, and supportive office environment to help my clients feel comfortable working through personal challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, job stress and other life stressors and changes. In my practice, I use a variety of theories including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, Existential and Multicultural approaches.
I hope to extend a warm, kind, and supportive office environment to help my clients feel comfortable working through personal challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, family conflict, job stress and other life stressors and changes. In my practice, I use a variety of theories including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Psychodynamic Therapy, Mindfulness, Existential and Multicultural approaches.
Susan M Shanks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCPC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Roscoe, IL 61073
Are you looking for a therapist that you can easily relate to? Someone who is easy to talk with? I am that therapist. Having overcome much adversity in my own life, I have the capacity to truly understand clients. I offer individual, child, couples, family, pastoral, and group counseling. The techniques I use in therapy are evidence-based. These include: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Are you looking for a therapist that you can easily relate to? Someone who is easy to talk with? I am that therapist. Having overcome much adversity in my own life, I have the capacity to truly understand clients. I offer individual, child, couples, family, pastoral, and group counseling. The techniques I use in therapy are evidence-based. These include: Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Existential Therapy, and Narrative Therapy.
Michele McDonough
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
I believe that through self-acceptance change is possible. I work with individuals to discover resilience and perseverance by working through barriers and building strength in their self-awareness along the way. I work with adults 18 and older struggling to manage life transitions, anxiety, depression, navigate difficult relationships and/or family dynamics, improve self-worth, and with those who may be struggling to cope with experiences related to trauma. I incorporate mindfulness with REBT, CBT, Behavioral, ACT, and Solution-focused techniques.
I believe that through self-acceptance change is possible. I work with individuals to discover resilience and perseverance by working through barriers and building strength in their self-awareness along the way. I work with adults 18 and older struggling to manage life transitions, anxiety, depression, navigate difficult relationships and/or family dynamics, improve self-worth, and with those who may be struggling to cope with experiences related to trauma. I incorporate mindfulness with REBT, CBT, Behavioral, ACT, and Solution-focused techniques.
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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.