Behavioral Issues Therapists in 99669
Joe Cannava
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, CDCS, MAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
I enjoy helping people learn and practice tangible new skills and ways of thinking to improve mood and behavior.
It is a privilege to hear your story, to help you understand where you come from and how that may be impacting you today. Using tools brought in from CBT, DBT, and Gestalt, I tailor my approach around you, working to meet your strengths, your unique needs, and your goals, helping you make the changes you want to see in your life as you move forward. I believe that the relationship a person builds with their counselor is crucial to the process, so I work hard to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you.
I enjoy helping people learn and practice tangible new skills and ways of thinking to improve mood and behavior.
It is a privilege to hear your story, to help you understand where you come from and how that may be impacting you today. Using tools brought in from CBT, DBT, and Gestalt, I tailor my approach around you, working to meet your strengths, your unique needs, and your goals, helping you make the changes you want to see in your life as you move forward. I believe that the relationship a person builds with their counselor is crucial to the process, so I work hard to create a safe and non-judgmental environment for you.
Shawn Bultsma
Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
I have over 25 years of experience working with clients who are seeking something better for themselves. I prefer to use strengths to address the concerns that clients would like to work on together. I also believe that the way people think about situations impacts their behavior and rethinking those situations can lead to positive changes.
I have over 25 years of experience working with clients who are seeking something better for themselves. I prefer to use strengths to address the concerns that clients would like to work on together. I also believe that the way people think about situations impacts their behavior and rethinking those situations can lead to positive changes.
Colleen Nusbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CDCI, LPC Sup
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
I was born in Anchorage, Alaska and have lived on the Kenai Peninsula with my mother, husband and two daughters since 2005. Since 2010, I’ve dedicated myself to mental/behavioral health challenges and teamed with my clients in order to help them achieve healthy/balanced personal lives and relationships. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and member of the Kenai Peninsula Community, I’m deeply committed to being there when you need me most—helping you explore, heal, and move forward into a happy and healthy mindset. I work with all ages from 2 years to our elders. I'm here for you, get in touch and book your session today...
I was born in Anchorage, Alaska and have lived on the Kenai Peninsula with my mother, husband and two daughters since 2005. Since 2010, I’ve dedicated myself to mental/behavioral health challenges and teamed with my clients in order to help them achieve healthy/balanced personal lives and relationships. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and member of the Kenai Peninsula Community, I’m deeply committed to being there when you need me most—helping you explore, heal, and move forward into a happy and healthy mindset. I work with all ages from 2 years to our elders. I'm here for you, get in touch and book your session today...
Kachemak Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCS, MSCP, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relationship Counseling, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Licensed mental health services for individuals and couples. Traditional face-to-face and televideo therapy sessions are available. Treating mood, anxiety, ADHD, grief, trauma-related disorders and adjustment/life transition challenges.
Certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Relationship Counseling, and Trauma-Informed Care.
Licensed mental health services for individuals and couples. Traditional face-to-face and televideo therapy sessions are available. Treating mood, anxiety, ADHD, grief, trauma-related disorders and adjustment/life transition challenges.
Daniela Kopec
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Soldotna, AK 99669
I work with both adults and children that are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress management, relational issues and traumatic experiences. I have over 17 years of experience offering counseling to individuals across the lifespan in various residential and outpatient community-based mental health settings
I work with both adults and children that are struggling with anxiety, depression, low self esteem, stress management, relational issues and traumatic experiences. I have over 17 years of experience offering counseling to individuals across the lifespan in various residential and outpatient community-based mental health settings
Soona (Christina) Stuive
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
You may be feeling discouraged, but it can get better. Have you tried therapy before and found it uncomfortable, unhelpful, or worse yet, harmful, or culturally irrelevant? When working with me you have a free consultation to see if we are a good fit because there is no "one size fits all." Healing occurs within the framework of a relationship between a counselor and the client. I am humbled to have the opportunity to help people envision possibilities and achieve new realities. Create new patterns of health and expand into new ways of being with Brainspotting. You can schedule online for "initial consultation"
You may be feeling discouraged, but it can get better. Have you tried therapy before and found it uncomfortable, unhelpful, or worse yet, harmful, or culturally irrelevant? When working with me you have a free consultation to see if we are a good fit because there is no "one size fits all." Healing occurs within the framework of a relationship between a counselor and the client. I am humbled to have the opportunity to help people envision possibilities and achieve new realities. Create new patterns of health and expand into new ways of being with Brainspotting. You can schedule online for "initial consultation"
Autumn Collings
Marriage & Family Therapist, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
I work with individuals across the life span who are struggling with a wide array of difficulties. From adults dealing with anxiety and depression, to kids and teens struggling with low self esteem and experiences of trauma, I partner with clients on their individual path to healing and wholeness. I am passionate about creating an inclusive space for all, and connecting with clients in a way that allows for an authentic and meaningful relationship.
I work with individuals across the life span who are struggling with a wide array of difficulties. From adults dealing with anxiety and depression, to kids and teens struggling with low self esteem and experiences of trauma, I partner with clients on their individual path to healing and wholeness. I am passionate about creating an inclusive space for all, and connecting with clients in a way that allows for an authentic and meaningful relationship.
Leah Williamson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Soldotna, AK 99669
I want you to feel supported and never judged, heard, and empowered. These are my goals and my commitments to every client. My name is Leah Williamson. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of diverse experience in the social work field. My passion for fighting against discrimination has led me to work in public schools and private practice. I firmly believe everyone can live an accomplished, happy, and motivated life with the right tools, support, and guidance.
I want you to feel supported and never judged, heard, and empowered. These are my goals and my commitments to every client. My name is Leah Williamson. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with four years of diverse experience in the social work field. My passion for fighting against discrimination has led me to work in public schools and private practice. I firmly believe everyone can live an accomplished, happy, and motivated life with the right tools, support, and guidance.
Michelle L LCSW, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Soldotna, AK 99669 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Participating in psychotherapy explores opportunities for positive life changes. It teaches and makes you aware of the ability to understand your emotional and/or physical pain, thoughts, and actions. You can learn to make clear, positive decisions and live the life you deserve to live. With support, knowledge, and self-awareness you will be able to heal, to apply self-empowerment, and add balance to your life.
Participating in psychotherapy explores opportunities for positive life changes. It teaches and makes you aware of the ability to understand your emotional and/or physical pain, thoughts, and actions. You can learn to make clear, positive decisions and live the life you deserve to live. With support, knowledge, and self-awareness you will be able to heal, to apply self-empowerment, and add balance to your life.
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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.