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
Creating and managing relationships in today's world is difficult! Maintaining intimacy with a spouse or significant other, handling children and teens with behavioral problems or special needs, and balancing career, home, family and your own personal needs sometimes seems impossible. For over 40 years, I have maintained a practice in Clearwater, Florida, teaching individuals, couples and famil...
I am a bilingual and bi-cultural clinical social worker licensed in Maryland. I earned my BA from the University of Maryland Baltimore County and my Master's degree in clinical social work with a specialization in mental health from the University of Maryland, Baltimore in 2011. After getting my Master’s degree I worked as a psychotherapist at the Good Shepherd Services (before Good Shepherd...
I work with couples and individuals who are struggling to overcome habitual patterns of behavior that are preventing them from experiencing a satisfying connection with each other and themselves. If you and your partner have experienced betrayal, addiction issues or have simply allowed your relationship to become stagnant, I can help you find your way back to a secure and fulfilling bond. I use...
Hello and welcome! Thank you for checking out my profile. I know how tough it may be to seek for help and I honor your courage in doing so. I am passionate about self-discovery, exploration and achieving one’s full potential. My goal for you in psychotherapy is to be engaged in a collaborative process, one which promotes healing and self-determination. I believe that we all have the ability to...
Diamond Recovery offers individualized, group and family therapy to clients struggling with trauma, addictions, and emotional and interpersonal challenges. We provide affirmative care while addressing your individual needs. Through a combination of individual trauma therapy, family and couples therapy work, and skills-based mindfulness and experiential learning group therapy, we provide you wit...
Nacole Ritchey is a licensed clinical social worker who obtained her bachelor's and master's degrees from the University of Kentucky. She has worked with co-occurring disorders in long-term residential and outpatient settings and has provided in-home therapy to children, families and adults. Her special interests include post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), mood disorders, anxiety disorders,...
Typical issues I work with include: Addiction, Anxiety, Adjustment issues, Depression, Domestic Violence/Abuse, Eating Disorders, Family Counseling, Grief and Loss, SIgnificant Life Changes, Trauma, and Relational Issues. I have practiced in a variety of settings including inpatient and outpatient. I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics. I have a certificate in perinat...
I specialize in working with new families in transition, whether women negotiating the challenges of motherhood, men dealing with the stress of parenthood, or partners finding new ways to connect after starting a family. I help individuals and families deal with these transitions, sleep challenges, role shifting, and more. I help families understand children's behavior through movement observat...
Now accepting new clients. Telehealth and some in-person services available. Kim believes that counseling is a brave and courageous step toward finding out more about oneself and unlocking our own inner truths. By using a strength-based, person-centered approach, Kim creates a safe space for clients to explore their inner world in a way that feels gentle and empowering. She is passionate about...
I have experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, identity, self-esteem, spirituality, grief, trauma, communication and relationships. I have a passion for counseling families and couples to improve communication, develop conflict resolution skills and strengthen quality of their relationship. In counseling, I help my clients identify strength...
For all of us, the quality of our most important relationships--parents, children, siblings and romantic relationships--determine the quality of our lives. Even when life throws us some curveballs (as it often will), if our most important relationships are strong and healthy, we can handle the challenges that come our way. My work focuses on helping children, teens, parents and couples strength...
To schedule your first visit with me, please use this online scheduling link - (https://portal.geneticforesight.com/book) --- Mari Verano is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist who graduated from the University of California, Berkeley and John F. Kennedy University. She has ten years of experience working primarily with adolescents and their families in communities of color. She will work...
Matthew Weddington is a licensed professional clinical counselor with dual master's degrees in school counseling and clinical mental health counseling. His passion resides in integrating evidenced-based treatment modalities with a strong emphasis on the mind-body connection. He is experienced in school, outpatient and inpatient treatment settings and has worked extensively with children,...
Ashley Sheeter earned her doctorate in clinical psychology with a specialization in primary care psychology from Adler University. She completed her APA-accredited pre-doctoral internship at the Lexington VA Medical Center. Her clinical interests include psychological assessment, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety and mood disorders, substance use disorders, bereavement and health...
I have nearly ten years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with mental health issues. Seeking therapy can be a tough decision for a family but ultimately it shows a vast amount of courage, love, and dedIcation. My work focuses on addressing depression, anxiety concerns, anger management issues, and resolution of family conflict within various age groups. I assist famil...
