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 am passionate and optimistic in my therapeutic approach with couples, families, and individuals (adolescents/adults) who struggle with issues that affect their daily functioning. My goal is to empower clients to understand themselves, to highlight strengths, positive traits, hopeful patterns, and encourage the potential that emerges during the therapeutic process. Life today is stressful unde...
I focus on individualized-care by working together with you to promote holistic healing and build resiliency. I am passionate about working with children, pre-teens, teenagers, and adults struggling with an array of mental health needs including depression, anxiety, recent adjustments and stress, self-injury, suicidality, complex trauma, and family conflict. I value authentic and genuine...
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For almost 20 years I have worked in the mental health field as a clinician, supervisor, educator and administrator. My broad experiences have allowed me to develop a high level of expertise, particularly when it comes to working with teens and adults. Often clients come to me because they feel stuck and uncertain about how to move forward in their life as related to meeting their emotional,...
As a therapist, Regina recognizes the inherent worth of each individual and seeks to understand every client as the unique person they are; with distinct experiences and personal qualities that have helped to shape their lives. With particular expertise in working with adolescents, she is also well-versed in working with people across the life span and understands the impact of different life...
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You know that little voice that makes you question the majority of your relationships, even the relationship with yourself? The constant criticism you have for yourself and others? The shame and guilt you still carry from decision's you made in the past? The constant validation you need from others to feel worthy? The fear of showing the world who you really are? Would you like to change those...
Hi, my name is Dr. Ashley Ward, I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. My goal is to provide a safe, supportive and collaborative environment so you can rediscover your strengths. I have experience working with individuals and families who are dealing with depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress disorder, oppositional defiant disorder, bipolar and schizophrenia/schizoaffective disorder. In...
I believe each and every one of us comes from a place of intrinsic goodness. Within each of us, are the internal resources and resilience we need to navigate life. Hello! I'm Tracey, a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) serving children, adolescents, and adults in and around the Montclair area. If you’ve found your way here, you’re probably ready to ask for help. Asking for help is no easy t...
::: ::: Our stories are written by the things we experience: our past, our present, and what we hope will be our future. At times we come to a point when the storyline has not turned out like we expected. This may be the catalyst to begin a search to find insight and meaning for the past, hope for change in the present, and movement toward what lies ahead. Tim and Karen are no strangers to thes...
Welcome and congratulations on taking the first step! My name is Sabrina and I am committed to guiding people of all ages toward achieving their mental health and wellness goals. We will explore obstacles that may be holding you back from personal growth and collaborate on a plan to address your unique needs. I always remind clients that therapy is a journey and we are in this process together....
I am an Arkansas native and licensed psychologist who specializes in psychological assessments, psychoeducational assessments and interventions, educational consultation, family therapy, individual therapy, home- and school-based behavior plans, and group therapy. I feel strongly about exploring how to motivate my clients to spark change in various behaviors that may be impeding growth or causi...
Each person has within them a completely unique set of potentials that are waiting to be realized. However, we often get stuck in patterns of behavior that we have learnt from our families, friends, partners and society that keep us from realizing our own potential. It is so easy to fall into a rut where we go through the motions of life but feel disconnected. I work with people who are sufferi...
