Behavioral issues are generally first recognized in school-age children. Their behavior may make it difficult for them to learn and grow at school. They also may have trouble getting along with siblings at home or peers on the playground. They may throw tantrums, get in fights, or use illegal substances. Additionally, some behavioral issues stem from trauma in early childhood or an unstable home life.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions vary depending on the specifics of the behavior and the child’s experiences.
Therapy for children or young adults with behavioral problems may include parents or guardians so they can become involved in their child’s healing. Learning to deal with problem behaviors in a calm, fair way is critical to a child’s mental health. Play Therapy may help the child work through their emotions in a safe environment while playing with toys, completing puzzles, and engaging in games with the therapist. Family Therapy can be helpful if distressing family dynamics are causing the child to have more problematic behaviors.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Behavioral Issues
All the self help books in the world won't help if you don't know how to apply what you have learned. If you want me to tell you it's going to be ok, I can do that, but I would rather you know how to handle life when it's not ok. I am a solution focused therapist and my goal is to help you find the best quality of life, knowing in the end that most people are searching for love, peace, and...
I help people connect with their inner self to find hope, insight, and wholeheartedness. The people who come to see me are curious to find the root of their pain and begin their unique healing process. Together, we can discover the wisdom of your mind, body, and soul. I specialize in supporting clients to heal trauma; meaning difficult experiences that have ignited pain and disconnection. I enj...
**NOW SCHEDULING FOR MRSA ADMISSIONS TESTING* *I am passionate about working with children who are experiencing anxiety, behavioral concerns (acting out), school/learning challenges, ADHD, and depression. I utilize a structured, family-based approach in treatment, involving the parents in treatment planning. I also work with teens, college students, and young adults, particularly in navigating...
I am here to listen, offer support, help you find hope, and give practical and effective tools to address what is bringing you stress and discomfort. Forming a trusting relationship with a counselor can offer assurance. With a history of working with people in a wide variety of situations, my current focus is on life transitions. No matter where you are in life, change can be difficult and hard...
As a clinical psychologist and neuropsychologist, I have expertise in both therapy and assessment, which provides me with a unique perspective on underlying reasons for behaviors and appropriate interventions. Through my assessments, I am able to pin point each child, teen, and young adult's strengths and needs. This empowers families with diagnostic clarity and direction for treatment and...
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First, I believe it is my duty to be able to actively listen to my client, obtain a good understanding of where they are and where they want to go. Together, we will move you and/or your team or organization in the desired direction to reach your goals. As a young man growing up in North Chicago, I quickly learned that life is full of rewards and upsets, if I allowed it to happen. At 3 months o...
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Aaron’s approach to therapy is eclectic and draws from a variety of techniques including traditional psychodynamic principles and evidence-based practices that include Cognitive-Behavioral, Acceptance-Based, and Mindfulness principles. His approach is active, dynamic, and interactive rooted in trust, empathy, and acceptance within the therapeutic relationship. Aaron works collaboratively with...
( English | español ) Sometimes life can be difficult to manage-especially with all of the demands it brings: family, relationships, career, school. Therapy for me is a place we can explore feelings, troubles, and ideas in a safe, caring and nonjudgmental place. We can form a working, trusting relationship in order to begin to build understanding, and empowering oneself to increase your quality...
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*Not accepting new clients at this time* I have been a therapist for 20+ years and have specialized experience helping children, teens, young adults and their families. I support clients who are coping with anxiety, depression, school and social stressors, trauma, mood and behavior regulation needs. There are times in life when we don't feel as connected, capable or happy as we would like. I he...
