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
I have a passion for working with others to improve their quality of life. I have spent over twenty years working with children of all ages, adolescents and adults, whom have had emotional, behavioral, medical and learning challenges. I have experience providing family and marital counseling. My experience also includes working with individuals whom have dual diagnosis using different forms of...
I work with adults using a strengths-based approach and view the counseling process as a partnership and an opportunity for you to learn more about yourself. We will honor the patterns that have kept you safe in the past, while at the same time gently removing the barriers that have kept you from being the person you wish to be. I utilize different methods in my work, striving to tailor my...
*Accepting new clients via online counseling. Caravel Counseling (formerly BTS of MN) is a group of licensed clinicians committed to collaborating with you to provide effective and compassionate care for adults, adolescents and children. Whether you are interested in individual therapy, family therapy, psychological testing for your child or parenting support for you, our experienced clinicians...
Jennifer Coonce
Brooklyn
New York
Jennifer Coonce
Brooklyn
New York
Often times, people find that they experience unhappiness, anxiety, or repeated obstacles to getting what they want. This can lead to problems with relationships, work, or other areas of our lives. Through a cooperative, supportive relationship with the right therapist, you can learn how to cope with what the "universe" throws your way, and which of your own behaviors and conflicts are...
Juliana Campos
San Francisco
California
Juliana Campos
San Francisco
California
Bilingual, Culturally Sensitive, Trauma-informed, Relational Psychotherapy. I believe that engaging in therapy is an act of courage because change is by definition radical. An important goal of therapy is to connect to your authentic/creative self as a way to make meaning in times of suffering. Together we will explore your personal, family, cultural, and political history to understand the way...
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in providing psychotherapy to children, teens, young adults, and parents. I have experience treating anxiety, phobias, selective mutism, OCD, school refusal, depression, ADHD, parent-child conflict, adjustment issues and behavioral issues. I utilize a primarily cognitive behavioral approach to therapy and integrate family systems and mindfulness-based...
Elizabeth Gellman
New York
New York
Elizabeth Gellman
New York
New York
I am a NY State licensed psychologist who has expertise in evidenced-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and mindfulness based techniques. I specialize in the treatment of adolescents, adults, couples, and families struggling with a wide range of challenges including anxiety, depression, emotion dysregulation, impulsivity, chronic...
Repeated thoughts of what happened keeps you victimized and disempowered for years. My solution-focused and humanistic approach fosters creativity, growth, self-discipline and free will to help you to develop a stronger sense of self and create meaning in life in the face of personal, interpersonal, professional, financial and emotional difficulties. We'll identify and develop your strengths,...
Coulda, woulda, shoulda….let’s face it, we have all been there. Our response to what happens in the present determines how successful we can be in the future. Do you wish you had the skills to get out of your own way, be mindful of situations no matter how big or small, feel empowered to have control over your own destiny? I am here to help you discover the skill set you have inside yourself to...
Are you tired of struggling with anxiety or depression? Have your best attempts at feeling better failed in the long-run? Change is necessary, but it is hard to improve unhealthy behavior patterns alone. Isolating, substance use, sleeping, shopping, gambling and eating no longer help escape the pain. At Cognitive Behavioral Counseling we use cutting edge treatments to end your suffering and get...
Amber Rae Apostol
Raleigh
North Carolina
Amber Rae Apostol
Raleigh
North Carolina
You deserve a chance at happiness and peace. Entering the therapeutic relationship takes a great leap of faith. I work with all ages on a variety of concerns but am especially passionate about working with teens and young adults. As the child of a Filipino immigrant who has walked my own personal journey through adversive and transformative experiences, I highly identify with the saying, “Fall...
I offer a very personalized approach to counseling. I believe in the power of a person's story and how that story has brought them to where they are at presently. I work from an integrated person-centered approach. One size/technique does NOT fit all in counseling. Moreover, I'm a believer in the therapeutic relationship being the key ingredient to effective therapy. I work with issues such as:...
I am a Therapist with a group private practice, Integrated Care Concepts and consultation. I have clinical experience working with individuals, couples and families who are struggling with anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, relationships, grief/loss, self-esteem and/or life changes, current life stressors. I enjoy working with adults and adolescents, to overcome personal obstacles, develop...
People's lives are shaped not as much by their experiences but rather by how they perceive their experiences. "When we change how we look at things, the things we look at change" Wayne Dyer. By expanding what is assumed, expected or believed people become able to change how they experience life. As thinking changes for the positive even challenges can be experienced as an opportunity for growth...