Behavioral Issues Therapists in 94302

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Jeff Clark
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
Trained in Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and after years of helping couples, individuals and families I am in a fairly unique position to help you.
It has been over 30 years of helping families, adolescents and children. There have been hundreds of family members enjoying better lives and better relationships. You can, too! Give me a call or set up an appointment and lets start figuring out the right direction and getting past the things that are in the way to help you have the best years of your life!
Trained in Family Therapy, Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and after years of helping couples, individuals and families I am in a fairly unique position to help you.
It has been over 30 years of helping families, adolescents and children. There have been hundreds of family members enjoying better lives and better relationships. You can, too! Give me a call or set up an appointment and lets start figuring out the right direction and getting past the things that are in the way to help you have the best years of your life!
(650) 241-1720 View (650) 241-1720
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Tessa Fisher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
I work primarily with people suffering from depression, anxiety and relationship/interpersonal issues, integrating psychodynamic, relational and cognitive behavioral approaches.
It's hard to accept you're at a point in your life where you're feeling stuck and you need help. And it takes courage to ask for it. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space in which to help you explore the issues that brought you into therapy. To discover together the underlying patterns of thinking and acting which perpetuate your suffering. And to work towards increased awareness and achievement of your most deeply-felt personal goals.
I work primarily with people suffering from depression, anxiety and relationship/interpersonal issues, integrating psychodynamic, relational and cognitive behavioral approaches.
It's hard to accept you're at a point in your life where you're feeling stuck and you need help. And it takes courage to ask for it. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space in which to help you explore the issues that brought you into therapy. To discover together the underlying patterns of thinking and acting which perpetuate your suffering. And to work towards increased awareness and achievement of your most deeply-felt personal goals.
(660) 460-5057 View (660) 460-5057
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Karlie Guthrie
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302  (Online Only)
I am trained in evidence-based treatment approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Life is complicated and sometimes we need a little help. Therapy provides a safe space and the support you need to navigate the challenges and stress you are experiencing. As we work together, you will learn strategies to help you cope and feel better.
I am trained in evidence-based treatment approaches, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Life is complicated and sometimes we need a little help. Therapy provides a safe space and the support you need to navigate the challenges and stress you are experiencing. As we work together, you will learn strategies to help you cope and feel better.
(415) 423-2543 View (415) 423-2543
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Jessica Chesbro
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302  (Online Only)
I will collaborate with families to develop behavioral plans and strategies based on the individual needs and motivations of your child and love helping with co-parenting strategies.
I believe every person and family is unique and there are many ways to raise a healthy child. I want to honor the strengths within you and your family and offer the tools and support to help your child and family thrive. Through a trauma-informed lens, I work extensively with youth, parents, and families on life transitions, healthy communication, and processing/ healing from grief or abuse.
I will collaborate with families to develop behavioral plans and strategies based on the individual needs and motivations of your child and love helping with co-parenting strategies.
I believe every person and family is unique and there are many ways to raise a healthy child. I want to honor the strengths within you and your family and offer the tools and support to help your child and family thrive. Through a trauma-informed lens, I work extensively with youth, parents, and families on life transitions, healthy communication, and processing/ healing from grief or abuse.
(510) 405-3206 View (510) 405-3206
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Angela Zhe Wu
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
In the TV show "Sex and City" there is a line: " in this city ( New York) everyone is looking for something, a job, an apartment, or a partner. " Underline this, you can feel the anxiety and the need for certainty, comfort and connection. These are human existial needs and I can help you with: stress, anxiety, depression that are related to work, personal/intimate relationship, relationship with children, and developmental trauma. I believe in therapy is to help people to return to normal life, work and develop more enjoyable things.
In the TV show "Sex and City" there is a line: " in this city ( New York) everyone is looking for something, a job, an apartment, or a partner. " Underline this, you can feel the anxiety and the need for certainty, comfort and connection. These are human existial needs and I can help you with: stress, anxiety, depression that are related to work, personal/intimate relationship, relationship with children, and developmental trauma. I believe in therapy is to help people to return to normal life, work and develop more enjoyable things.
(650) 461-4955 View (650) 461-4955
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Noga Niv
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
I am a bilingual clinical psychologist, providing therapy in both English and Hebrew. I have been licensed since 1998, working with adults, adolescents, and couples. Over the years I was trained in a variety of psychotherapy modalities including : Couple's therapy at the Gottman institute (2010), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at PAPTAP (2007-2009), Jungian psychotherapy (2000), and in Gestalt therapy (1982-1988). My approach to treatment is primarily Psycho-dynamic, and I tailor the treatment to the individual patient as needed. For more information about my background and training please visit my website www.noganiv.com
I am a bilingual clinical psychologist, providing therapy in both English and Hebrew. I have been licensed since 1998, working with adults, adolescents, and couples. Over the years I was trained in a variety of psychotherapy modalities including : Couple's therapy at the Gottman institute (2010), Psychodynamic Psychotherapy at PAPTAP (2007-2009), Jungian psychotherapy (2000), and in Gestalt therapy (1982-1988). My approach to treatment is primarily Psycho-dynamic, and I tailor the treatment to the individual patient as needed. For more information about my background and training please visit my website www.noganiv.com
(650) 397-7086 View (650) 397-7086
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Jesse Moon
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
Are you currently experiencing anxiety, depression, loneliness, low self esteem, conflicts in a significant relationship, couples counseling? Do you need assistance in overcoming an addiction? or someone you care about is struggling with addiction? I believe that I can help you to feel better! Together we will collaborate on a meaningful,symptom reducing treatment.You can achieve an increased sense of well being And esteem.Your relationships can improve, I offer empathetic and individualized counseling tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. I believe in focencouraging your particular strengths. I offer online and telephone counseling and anxiety coaching.
Are you currently experiencing anxiety, depression, loneliness, low self esteem, conflicts in a significant relationship, couples counseling? Do you need assistance in overcoming an addiction? or someone you care about is struggling with addiction? I believe that I can help you to feel better! Together we will collaborate on a meaningful,symptom reducing treatment.You can achieve an increased sense of well being And esteem.Your relationships can improve, I offer empathetic and individualized counseling tailored to your unique needs and circumstances. I believe in focencouraging your particular strengths. I offer online and telephone counseling and anxiety coaching.
(650) 273-9813 View (650) 273-9813
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Andrea Barlas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302
Waitlist for new clients
I have been working with children and adolescents for over 30 years in the greater Bay Area. My primary practice focuses around facilitating youth through difficult transitions, school related stresses, anxiety, peer relationships, and self esteem. Additionally, I support young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, sexual orientation and difficult life transitions.
I have been working with children and adolescents for over 30 years in the greater Bay Area. My primary practice focuses around facilitating youth through difficult transitions, school related stresses, anxiety, peer relationships, and self esteem. Additionally, I support young adults and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, sexual orientation and difficult life transitions.
(650) 303-9738 View (650) 303-9738
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Skye Nashelsky
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94302
You have the capacity to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life! There are multiple forms and layers of oppression that impact our daily lives and self worth. I support clients in acknowledging and addressing shame, grief, trauma, and anxiety. I specialize in issues concerning gender, sexuality, intimacy, relationships, and identity. As your therapist, I act as a support working collaboratively alongside you to identify goals, action steps and interventions tailored specifically to your individual needs and identity.
You have the capacity to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life! There are multiple forms and layers of oppression that impact our daily lives and self worth. I support clients in acknowledging and addressing shame, grief, trauma, and anxiety. I specialize in issues concerning gender, sexuality, intimacy, relationships, and identity. As your therapist, I act as a support working collaboratively alongside you to identify goals, action steps and interventions tailored specifically to your individual needs and identity.
(510) 395-8008 View (510) 395-8008
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Megan Hankins-Maldonado
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302  (Online Only)
You are a high preforming athlete that is in a constant state of stress. Assignments are piling up, parents are on your case about you name it and the one place you find peace (your sport) feels like a burden and not a refuge. You aren't "locked in" and feel a roller coaster of emotions: deep sadness, isolation, anxiety, unmotivated and lost. You present to everyone that you are “fine” but everything inside you says that you aren’t. My name is Megan and I help depressed, anxious and burned out athletes reclaim their life and their joy for the sports they play.
You are a high preforming athlete that is in a constant state of stress. Assignments are piling up, parents are on your case about you name it and the one place you find peace (your sport) feels like a burden and not a refuge. You aren't "locked in" and feel a roller coaster of emotions: deep sadness, isolation, anxiety, unmotivated and lost. You present to everyone that you are “fine” but everything inside you says that you aren’t. My name is Megan and I help depressed, anxious and burned out athletes reclaim their life and their joy for the sports they play.
(650) 337-3683 View (650) 337-3683
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Michelle Leao, MFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palo Alto, CA 94302
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with children, couples, families, and individuals that are experiencing relational challenges in their lives and are in need of healthier emotional experiences and accompanying behaviors. My goal is to help clients navigate the complexities of life with a sense of security, peace, and learning. I have extensive history working with individuals, families and couples who are strained from challenging behaviors, unproductive familial patterns, and ongoing parent-child conflict.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist that works with children, couples, families, and individuals that are experiencing relational challenges in their lives and are in need of healthier emotional experiences and accompanying behaviors. My goal is to help clients navigate the complexities of life with a sense of security, peace, and learning. I have extensive history working with individuals, families and couples who are strained from challenging behaviors, unproductive familial patterns, and ongoing parent-child conflict.
(650) 753-8347 View (650) 753-8347
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Gabrielle McQueen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302  (Online Only)
As a person of color born and raised in the Bay Area, I truly believe in my task and role as a therapist to reach those who feel as though their story is unheard and invalidated by the world we currently live in. My strengths as a therapist consist of gaining over nine years of experience working in the field of mental health as a mental health clinician under the non-profit realm and private practice within Santa Clara County. Over the course of my experience I have built skills in providing therapy to socioeconomically diverse families, children, individuals, couples, and those who identify with the LGBTQIA population.
As a person of color born and raised in the Bay Area, I truly believe in my task and role as a therapist to reach those who feel as though their story is unheard and invalidated by the world we currently live in. My strengths as a therapist consist of gaining over nine years of experience working in the field of mental health as a mental health clinician under the non-profit realm and private practice within Santa Clara County. Over the course of my experience I have built skills in providing therapy to socioeconomically diverse families, children, individuals, couples, and those who identify with the LGBTQIA population.
(669) 222-7981 View (669) 222-7981
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Laura Bryson Todd
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, IECMHS
Verified Verified
Palo Alto, CA 94302  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Welcome to a space dedicated to healing and growth. If you're navigating trauma, parenting challenges, work stress, postpartum adjustments, or seeking coping skills for a more fulfilling life, I specialize in offering support and tools for positive change. My focus includes trauma survivors looking to foster resilience, parents seeking practical strategies and emotional support, professionals aiming to manage work stress and find balance, and those struggling with the emotional ups and downs of fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum life transition. Together, we'll explore effective coping skills to manage stress and anxiety.
Welcome to a space dedicated to healing and growth. If you're navigating trauma, parenting challenges, work stress, postpartum adjustments, or seeking coping skills for a more fulfilling life, I specialize in offering support and tools for positive change. My focus includes trauma survivors looking to foster resilience, parents seeking practical strategies and emotional support, professionals aiming to manage work stress and find balance, and those struggling with the emotional ups and downs of fertility, pregnancy, and postpartum life transition. Together, we'll explore effective coping skills to manage stress and anxiety.
(408) 351-5790 View (408) 351-5790

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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.