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Tom Paderna
Registered Psychological Assistant, MS
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, CA 95628
“We are all going through something.” – Anonymous. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unable to move forward and live your best life? Oftentimes it’s about your relationships, communicating with your partner, major decisions, or facing life’s unexpected challenges. Every so often it can even be those long-standing issues that you’ve been able to deal with, but this time, you just need a little help. To be human is to be in a relationship. Relationships can be with your spouse or partner, with your family, or even with Yourself.
“We are all going through something.” – Anonymous. Feeling stuck, overwhelmed and unable to move forward and live your best life? Oftentimes it’s about your relationships, communicating with your partner, major decisions, or facing life’s unexpected challenges. Every so often it can even be those long-standing issues that you’ve been able to deal with, but this time, you just need a little help. To be human is to be in a relationship. Relationships can be with your spouse or partner, with your family, or even with Yourself.
(916) 312-1663 x710 View (916) 312-1663 x710

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Eddie Posadas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roseville, CA 95661
I have received training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and other trauma-based modalities.
I am an Air Force veteran with a passionate in helping others. I was born in the Philippines but raised in Maryland. After graduating from high school, I made the decision to serve in the United States Air Force as an Equal Opportunity Advisor. During my time in the military, I came face-to-face with trauma and learned about the complexity of the human brain. It became evident to me that having a trusted person by your side can alleviate emotional intensity.
I have received training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and other trauma-based modalities.
I am an Air Force veteran with a passionate in helping others. I was born in the Philippines but raised in Maryland. After graduating from high school, I made the decision to serve in the United States Air Force as an Equal Opportunity Advisor. During my time in the military, I came face-to-face with trauma and learned about the complexity of the human brain. It became evident to me that having a trusted person by your side can alleviate emotional intensity.
(916) 249-1069 View (916) 249-1069
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Christy Brown
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Citrus Heights, CA 95621  (Online Only)
I have a passion for helping individuals find inner balance and emotional well-being through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). If you find yourself struggling with impulsiveness, intense and unmanageable emotions, unstable relationships, or low self-confidence, you've come to the right place. In our warm and inviting sessions, I provide a nonjudgmental space where you can explore the challenges that are affecting your life.
I have a passion for helping individuals find inner balance and emotional well-being through Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). If you find yourself struggling with impulsiveness, intense and unmanageable emotions, unstable relationships, or low self-confidence, you've come to the right place. In our warm and inviting sessions, I provide a nonjudgmental space where you can explore the challenges that are affecting your life.
(916) 527-9267 View (916) 527-9267
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Adrianna Asavamedhi
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Folsom, CA 95630
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience. I understand that each person seeks therapy for their own unique challenges; therefore, therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach. My therapy orientation is an eclectic one. I am well-versed in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Attachment Theories, and Art Therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. I am certified in EMDR.
Hello, I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor with 12 years of experience. I understand that each person seeks therapy for their own unique challenges; therefore, therapy should not be a one-size-fits-all approach. My therapy orientation is an eclectic one. I am well-versed in Motivational Interviewing, Person-Centered, Attachment Theories, and Art Therapy. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma-Focused- Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Play Therapy. I am certified in EMDR.
(916) 891-1380 View (916) 891-1380
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Nadet Thach
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Gold River, CA 95670
I am a client-centered and faith-based clinician offering my dedication, compassion, and generous helping nature at your convenience.
I am a client-centered and faith-based clinician offering my dedication, compassion, and generous helping nature at your convenience.
(510) 901-3426 View (510) 901-3426
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Dr. Tristan C. Buzzini
Psychologist, PsyD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sacramento, CA 95825
I sincerely believe in whole-person wellness and that mind, body, and spirit need to be nurtured for overall mental health and well-being to be stabilized. It is my hope to support you in taking the steps you believe need to be taken to live a healthy, fulfilling, peaceful, and empowered life. As an expert in mindfulness and meditation, I work with adults and teens to effectively manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, impulsivity, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am also skilled in working with individuals who struggle with substance use, conduct disorders, and academic challenges.
I sincerely believe in whole-person wellness and that mind, body, and spirit need to be nurtured for overall mental health and well-being to be stabilized. It is my hope to support you in taking the steps you believe need to be taken to live a healthy, fulfilling, peaceful, and empowered life. As an expert in mindfulness and meditation, I work with adults and teens to effectively manage symptoms of depression, anxiety, anger, impulsivity, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I am also skilled in working with individuals who struggle with substance use, conduct disorders, and academic challenges.
(916) 269-5660 View (916) 269-5660
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Jennifer Lee Flood
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Folsom, CA 95630
An ideal client would be someone who is empathetic toward others and compassionate toward themselves and is open, coachable, and capable of accepting feedback. The process of therapy takes time and energy so having someone start the process of therapy with an open mind and a willingness to put in the work to see the process through is also helpful. Jennifer also offers clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists (ASW, AMFT, APCC). In addition to therapy and supervision, she provides consulting to therapists seeking to start or grow their private practice. She's also passionate in counseling other mental health providers.
An ideal client would be someone who is empathetic toward others and compassionate toward themselves and is open, coachable, and capable of accepting feedback. The process of therapy takes time and energy so having someone start the process of therapy with an open mind and a willingness to put in the work to see the process through is also helpful. Jennifer also offers clinical supervision to pre-licensed therapists (ASW, AMFT, APCC). In addition to therapy and supervision, she provides consulting to therapists seeking to start or grow their private practice. She's also passionate in counseling other mental health providers.
(925) 204-3709 View (925) 204-3709
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Life and Liberation
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95821
I primarily work with Farsi and Dari speaking refugees who have been exposed to hardship and war. I also see teenagers who are going through identity crisis and transitional periods from childhood to adulthood. I see couples coming from traditional backgrounds trying to save their marriage by adjusting to mainstream culture. Finally, I see individuals with low-self esteem, confidence, and decision making issues.
I primarily work with Farsi and Dari speaking refugees who have been exposed to hardship and war. I also see teenagers who are going through identity crisis and transitional periods from childhood to adulthood. I see couples coming from traditional backgrounds trying to save their marriage by adjusting to mainstream culture. Finally, I see individuals with low-self esteem, confidence, and decision making issues.
(650) 866-1151 View (650) 866-1151
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Infidelity; Betrayal Trauma; Rebuild Trust
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CPD-TS
Verified Verified
Roseville, CA 95678  (Online Only)
BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; NARCISSIST TRAITS; CODEPENDENCY; TOXIC LOVE ATTACHMENT: Can you bounce back and heal from partner infidelity or betrayal? Can you feel better and rebuild trust again? Can your relationship or marriage become stronger and more connected after the devastating discovery of infidelity and betrayal? ABSOLUTELY! Majority of relationships not only survive infidelity, but many relationships & marriages can become stronger and more intimate after undergoing infidelity couples counseling/coaching process with a competent couples therapist/counselor/coach.
BRINK OF BREAKUP OR DIVORCE; INFIDELITY; PARTNER BETRAYAL; DECEPTION, LIES, SECRECY; NARCISSIST TRAITS; CODEPENDENCY; TOXIC LOVE ATTACHMENT: Can you bounce back and heal from partner infidelity or betrayal? Can you feel better and rebuild trust again? Can your relationship or marriage become stronger and more connected after the devastating discovery of infidelity and betrayal? ABSOLUTELY! Majority of relationships not only survive infidelity, but many relationships & marriages can become stronger and more intimate after undergoing infidelity couples counseling/coaching process with a competent couples therapist/counselor/coach.
(424) 532-7724 View (424) 532-7724

Online Therapists

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Phuong Le
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94704  (Online Only)
Hello, My name is Phuong Le. I am a Vietnamese bilingual psychotherapist who would like to bring therapy to people who feel therapy is only accessible to just the few. I am particularly passionate about offering services to people experiencing marginalization. I have been trained in psychodynamic approaches, objects-relations theory, cognitive behavioral therapy approaches and use mindfulness as an integral part of of work with clients. I have worked as a direct service clinician, manager, Clinical Supervisor, and overseeing contracts for mental health provider agencies. I have dedicatedly career to empower and enhance the voice
Hello, My name is Phuong Le. I am a Vietnamese bilingual psychotherapist who would like to bring therapy to people who feel therapy is only accessible to just the few. I am particularly passionate about offering services to people experiencing marginalization. I have been trained in psychodynamic approaches, objects-relations theory, cognitive behavioral therapy approaches and use mindfulness as an integral part of of work with clients. I have worked as a direct service clinician, manager, Clinical Supervisor, and overseeing contracts for mental health provider agencies. I have dedicatedly career to empower and enhance the voice
(341) 766-0650 View (341) 766-0650
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Neda Nguyen Baraghani
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94611  (Online Only)
I offer an eclectic mix of attachment theory, somatic and cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational tools, emotion focused therapy, psychodynamic theories, and narrative theory techniques, all with an attention to our cultural and systemic contexts.
I am passionate about working with those who struggle with relationships and boundary setting, and clients who struggle with balancing differing sets of expectations due to cultural, physical, or mental factors. I also work with couples from differing backgrounds to deepen mutual understanding and couples struggling through a difficult phase in their relationship looking to increase communication and understanding. I work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, immigrant and first and second generation individuals and families, mixed race or multicultural individuals, and those who are struggling with chronic illness.
I offer an eclectic mix of attachment theory, somatic and cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational tools, emotion focused therapy, psychodynamic theories, and narrative theory techniques, all with an attention to our cultural and systemic contexts.
I am passionate about working with those who struggle with relationships and boundary setting, and clients who struggle with balancing differing sets of expectations due to cultural, physical, or mental factors. I also work with couples from differing backgrounds to deepen mutual understanding and couples struggling through a difficult phase in their relationship looking to increase communication and understanding. I work well with people from diverse cultural backgrounds, immigrant and first and second generation individuals and families, mixed race or multicultural individuals, and those who are struggling with chronic illness.
(510) 800-2874 View (510) 800-2874
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Bernadette Baltazar
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
Hayward, CA 94541  (Online Only)
Trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Seeking Safety, Motivational Interviewing, & Eye Moment Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome to an empathetic, warm, and collaborative space where self-discovery awaits. As a therapist, my aim is to guide you on life's journey and help you uncover its true meaning. I am here to support you through challenging times by providing coping tools and assisting you in exploring your goals and dreams. Together, we will uncover your innate resilience and foster stronger, more meaningful connections. with a holistic and honest approach, I will help you identify and transform unhealthy thought patterns, enhancing your overall quality of life. Let's embark on a transformative journey towards personal growth and THRIVE.
Trained in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Seeking Safety, Motivational Interviewing, & Eye Moment Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
Welcome to an empathetic, warm, and collaborative space where self-discovery awaits. As a therapist, my aim is to guide you on life's journey and help you uncover its true meaning. I am here to support you through challenging times by providing coping tools and assisting you in exploring your goals and dreams. Together, we will uncover your innate resilience and foster stronger, more meaningful connections. with a holistic and honest approach, I will help you identify and transform unhealthy thought patterns, enhancing your overall quality of life. Let's embark on a transformative journey towards personal growth and THRIVE.
(341) 766-0904 View (341) 766-0904
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Nahid Fattahi Lmft 129036
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94536  (Online Only)
My therapeutic approach combines the strengths of behavioral and dynamic perspectives, rooted in my training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Are you ready to embark on a journey of personal growth and emotional well-being? I'm here to be your guide and support you every step of the way. I'm a compassionate psychotherapist fluent in both English and Farsi, and I can converse in Hindi and Urdu as well. My mission is to create a collaborative partnership with each client, empowering you to take charge of your life and develop the skills needed to overcome challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, navigating life's transitions, or seeking to improve your relationships, I'm here to help.
My therapeutic approach combines the strengths of behavioral and dynamic perspectives, rooted in my training in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT).
Are you ready to embark on a journey of personal growth and emotional well-being? I'm here to be your guide and support you every step of the way. I'm a compassionate psychotherapist fluent in both English and Farsi, and I can converse in Hindi and Urdu as well. My mission is to create a collaborative partnership with each client, empowering you to take charge of your life and develop the skills needed to overcome challenges. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, depression, navigating life's transitions, or seeking to improve your relationships, I'm here to help.
(510) 529-2083 View (510) 529-2083
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Tracy Chu-Harris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94132  (Online Only)
I view my clients with a strength-based lens and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered approaches.
During our lifetime we may come across struggles that require us to reach out for support outside of our regular networks. These struggles increase stress, depression, anxiety, and negative emotions that make daily life difficult. We have roles in our professions, school, social circles, parenting (just to name a few!) that are impacted by our inability to manage our emotions. But what feels like the impossible, is not. With therapeutic support, we can overcome our situations and discover new hope for ourselves.
I view my clients with a strength-based lens and utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person-centered approaches.
During our lifetime we may come across struggles that require us to reach out for support outside of our regular networks. These struggles increase stress, depression, anxiety, and negative emotions that make daily life difficult. We have roles in our professions, school, social circles, parenting (just to name a few!) that are impacted by our inability to manage our emotions. But what feels like the impossible, is not. With therapeutic support, we can overcome our situations and discover new hope for ourselves.
(415) 360-8277 View (415) 360-8277
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Joseph Malancharuvil
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Santa Rosa, CA 95407
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, existential, psycho-biological, etc.
My name is Joseph Malancharuvil (you may call me Dr. Joseph). I am a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, licensed in California and Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I served as the Chief of Psychology at one of the largest mental facilities in California. I have treated a large number and variety of patients over the last 30 years both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In inpatient hospital setting, I specialized in treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, existential, psycho-biological, etc.
My name is Joseph Malancharuvil (you may call me Dr. Joseph). I am a Doctor of Clinical Psychology, licensed in California and Board Certified by the American Board of Professional Psychology. I served as the Chief of Psychology at one of the largest mental facilities in California. I have treated a large number and variety of patients over the last 30 years both in an inpatient and outpatient setting. In inpatient hospital setting, I specialized in treating severe mental illnesses such as bipolar disorder and Schizophrenia.
(657) 571-2849 View (657) 571-2849
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Amber Masselot
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Berkeley, CA 94710
I am an inclusive, integrative trauma-wise therapist, utilizing strengths based, humanistic, IFS (Internal Family Systems), CBT, DBT, ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), solutions focused, neurodiverse affirming, and BA (behavioral activation).
I see you as a unique individual from a systems perspective and want to understand the interrelatedness of your current relationships, social systems, belief systems, and family history in order to see how certain patterns have emerged in your life. I work with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, transitional stages in life, racially mixed relationship issues, Asian American and BIPOC community, mixed-race, gender affirming, LGBTQIA+ community, neurodiverse community, parents, adolescents, and more.
I am an inclusive, integrative trauma-wise therapist, utilizing strengths based, humanistic, IFS (Internal Family Systems), CBT, DBT, ERP (Exposure and Response Prevention), solutions focused, neurodiverse affirming, and BA (behavioral activation).
I see you as a unique individual from a systems perspective and want to understand the interrelatedness of your current relationships, social systems, belief systems, and family history in order to see how certain patterns have emerged in your life. I work with OCD, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, transitional stages in life, racially mixed relationship issues, Asian American and BIPOC community, mixed-race, gender affirming, LGBTQIA+ community, neurodiverse community, parents, adolescents, and more.
(510) 867-3610 View (510) 867-3610
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Honeycomb Wellness Group
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Francisco, CA 94102  (Online Only)
Our therapists have a variety of helpful certifications including and not limited to play therapy, parent child interactive therapy, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, psychodynamic.
We believe that the value of your health goes beyond just your physical health. Emotional, psychological and social health are important in creating overall health and well being. It is our goal at Honeycomb Group to help you become the person, couple or family you want to be, and uncover your full potential.
Our therapists have a variety of helpful certifications including and not limited to play therapy, parent child interactive therapy, EMDR, cognitive behavioral therapy, family systems, psychodynamic.
We believe that the value of your health goes beyond just your physical health. Emotional, psychological and social health are important in creating overall health and well being. It is our goal at Honeycomb Group to help you become the person, couple or family you want to be, and uncover your full potential.
(415) 338-9366 View (415) 338-9366
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Rahul Ragu
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Sacramento, CA 95816
I have experience utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy including exposure and response prevention, systematic desensitization, and thought reframing.
I work with clients who have social anxiety, shyness, and feel awkward and out of place. They want to feel better about themselves and their circumstances. They may have been through a difficult childhood and trauma and abuse. They are motivated to get better and want to speak to someone who is nonjudgmental and compassionate. Clients have opened up to me about their deepest traumas and secrets that they have not shared with anyone else. I feel honored to be part of my client's journey and help them to find solutions. I have a strong client centered approach blended with a CBT intervention based approach.
I have experience utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy including exposure and response prevention, systematic desensitization, and thought reframing.
I work with clients who have social anxiety, shyness, and feel awkward and out of place. They want to feel better about themselves and their circumstances. They may have been through a difficult childhood and trauma and abuse. They are motivated to get better and want to speak to someone who is nonjudgmental and compassionate. Clients have opened up to me about their deepest traumas and secrets that they have not shared with anyone else. I feel honored to be part of my client's journey and help them to find solutions. I have a strong client centered approach blended with a CBT intervention based approach.
(916) 304-7674 View (916) 304-7674
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Sharon Qi
Pre-Licensed Professional, APCC, PhD, BCBA
Verified Verified
Fremont, CA 94538  (Online Only)
Jocelyn Pan for the Associated Professional Clinic Counselor-related services, and do Board Certified Behavior Analyst-related clinic work independently.
Certainly! If you are facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, or low confidence due to disabilities such as autism, or if you are navigating the complexities of raising a child with disabilities, I am here to help. Additionally, if you are experiencing frustration in your early career or going through a midlife career transition, especially if it's related to challenges in communication or social skills, I can provide support. Please feel free to reach out to me for support and guidance. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges and work towards improving your overall well-being and quality of life.
Jocelyn Pan for the Associated Professional Clinic Counselor-related services, and do Board Certified Behavior Analyst-related clinic work independently.
Certainly! If you are facing challenges such as depression, anxiety, stress, or low confidence due to disabilities such as autism, or if you are navigating the complexities of raising a child with disabilities, I am here to help. Additionally, if you are experiencing frustration in your early career or going through a midlife career transition, especially if it's related to challenges in communication or social skills, I can provide support. Please feel free to reach out to me for support and guidance. My goal is to help you navigate these challenges and work towards improving your overall well-being and quality of life.
(510) 462-5485 View (510) 462-5485
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Jennifer Chen
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Oakland, CA 94609  (Online Only)
My approach to psychotherapy is based primarily on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) principles of exploring and understanding the connection between our thoughts, emotions, and behavior. I seek to create a safe, warm and nonjudgmental environment in therapy, while helping you to identify key patterns and specific barriers that are stopping you from living a more fulfilling life. The purpose of therapy is to help you to find new ways of relating to your thoughts and emotions, deepen awareness and insight into your patterns, and learn effective coping skills -- ultimately to help you attain your goals and foster balanced living.
My approach to psychotherapy is based primarily on cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) principles of exploring and understanding the connection between our thoughts, emotions, and behavior. I seek to create a safe, warm and nonjudgmental environment in therapy, while helping you to identify key patterns and specific barriers that are stopping you from living a more fulfilling life. The purpose of therapy is to help you to find new ways of relating to your thoughts and emotions, deepen awareness and insight into your patterns, and learn effective coping skills -- ultimately to help you attain your goals and foster balanced living.
(510) 694-0368 View (510) 694-0368

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.