Behavioral Issues Therapists in Highlands Ranch, CO

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Sarah Sterling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
My practice focuses on working with children, youth, adults, and families; specializing in behavioral support, school/academic issues, relationship issues, development of social and emotional life skills, trauma informed care, and management of attention deficit issues, stress, anxiety and depression. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Department of Regulatory Agency (DORA) as well as a Licensed School Counselor through the Colorado Department of Education.
My practice focuses on working with children, youth, adults, and families; specializing in behavioral support, school/academic issues, relationship issues, development of social and emotional life skills, trauma informed care, and management of attention deficit issues, stress, anxiety and depression. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor through the Department of Regulatory Agency (DORA) as well as a Licensed School Counselor through the Colorado Department of Education.
(720) 571-1858 View (720) 571-1858
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April Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124
This includes parent coaching packages , Behavioral Assessments, Parent Education Sessions, coparenting, and New Parent consulting.
I specialize with Children, Adolescents, Families and Parent Education, as well as young adult females (18-25), and post-divorce support for women. I have extensive experience with at-risk & foster youth, adoption, child abuse, self harm and suicide, and divorced and blended families. I also work with females to help them transition into young adulthood. My workshops include: Let's Talk about the Barbie movie (for 10-12 year old girls), Mothers & Daughter Wellness, Empowering Women Post-Divorce, Writing a new story for your life (women 20+), Setting Boundaries with friends & dating. Dealing with overwhelming and anxious thoughts.
This includes parent coaching packages , Behavioral Assessments, Parent Education Sessions, coparenting, and New Parent consulting.
I specialize with Children, Adolescents, Families and Parent Education, as well as young adult females (18-25), and post-divorce support for women. I have extensive experience with at-risk & foster youth, adoption, child abuse, self harm and suicide, and divorced and blended families. I also work with females to help them transition into young adulthood. My workshops include: Let's Talk about the Barbie movie (for 10-12 year old girls), Mothers & Daughter Wellness, Empowering Women Post-Divorce, Writing a new story for your life (women 20+), Setting Boundaries with friends & dating. Dealing with overwhelming and anxious thoughts.
(720) 897-3724 View (720) 897-3724
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Theresa R Yu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
I am a clinical director and independent contractor. I provide online telehealth, home-based & office-based counseling services with children, teens, and families with history of trauma/abuse/neglect, special needs, Autism Spectrum Disorders/Aspergers, and other behavioral problems/issues. I use traditional approaches and biofeedback approaches. I also works with adults, couples and families for a variety of issues. I have worked in several fields including as a social worker, foster/adoptive specialist for DHS, Elem. School Special Education paraprofessional, pre-k teacher, and behavioral health rehabilitation/case manager.
I am a clinical director and independent contractor. I provide online telehealth, home-based & office-based counseling services with children, teens, and families with history of trauma/abuse/neglect, special needs, Autism Spectrum Disorders/Aspergers, and other behavioral problems/issues. I use traditional approaches and biofeedback approaches. I also works with adults, couples and families for a variety of issues. I have worked in several fields including as a social worker, foster/adoptive specialist for DHS, Elem. School Special Education paraprofessional, pre-k teacher, and behavioral health rehabilitation/case manager.
(405) 458-8874 View (405) 458-8874
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Carol Ann Watson
Psychologist, EdD, MA, CCHt, MAC, CCJS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Psychological Testing, Behavior, Parenting Education, and Suicide Prevention Specialist.The children & adults that meet with me will be seeking treatment for behavioral issues and/or depression/anxiety that may manifest in suicidal ideation/self harm. Diagnosed with learning disabilities, ADHD, or autism They often are not performing up to potential in a school or work setting and may or may not be having behavioral problems at school/ home. They are having problems communicating with parents and teachers regarding wants and needs or difficult communications with partners or their children. Poor choices have led to their problems with authority, trouble with law, etc.
Licensed Clinical Psychologist, Psychological Testing, Behavior, Parenting Education, and Suicide Prevention Specialist.The children & adults that meet with me will be seeking treatment for behavioral issues and/or depression/anxiety that may manifest in suicidal ideation/self harm. Diagnosed with learning disabilities, ADHD, or autism They often are not performing up to potential in a school or work setting and may or may not be having behavioral problems at school/ home. They are having problems communicating with parents and teachers regarding wants and needs or difficult communications with partners or their children. Poor choices have led to their problems with authority, trouble with law, etc.
(303) 888-3205 View (303) 888-3205
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Leslie Dickinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
When meeting with kids for session, I use play therapy strategies, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Adlerian theory, and Trust Based Relational Intervention strategies.
Kids face all sorts of pressures, choices, challenges, and traumas in our culture today that affect the way they connect and engage with their worlds around them. It can look like anxiety, depression, behavioral acting out, emotional walling-off, etc. I work with children and families to investigate and discover what's needed to repair and rebuild the damaged or broken pieces that affect kids day to day. As a parent, you're hoping for ways to help understand what your child is going through and learn more effective ways of supporting them through the hard places so that your family can find its sense of peace, love, and connection.
When meeting with kids for session, I use play therapy strategies, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Adlerian theory, and Trust Based Relational Intervention strategies.
Kids face all sorts of pressures, choices, challenges, and traumas in our culture today that affect the way they connect and engage with their worlds around them. It can look like anxiety, depression, behavioral acting out, emotional walling-off, etc. I work with children and families to investigate and discover what's needed to repair and rebuild the damaged or broken pieces that affect kids day to day. As a parent, you're hoping for ways to help understand what your child is going through and learn more effective ways of supporting them through the hard places so that your family can find its sense of peace, love, and connection.
(855) 256-1777 View (855) 256-1777
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Dana Warren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124  (Online Only)
I specialize in working with anxiety, behavior change, healthy relationships, as well as sexualized behavior and sexual issues as a former SOMB provider.
Life can be incredibly challenging, and finding the right therapist to connect with can be another challenge. I believe the most important factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. I offer an empathetic, non-judgmental space while using humor and honesty, collaborating with you to achieve goals. I seek to explore the underlying thoughts, emotions and behaviors that contribute to challenges and stressors across all systems of life. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with behavioral issues, emotional regulation, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and career development.
I specialize in working with anxiety, behavior change, healthy relationships, as well as sexualized behavior and sexual issues as a former SOMB provider.
Life can be incredibly challenging, and finding the right therapist to connect with can be another challenge. I believe the most important factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. I offer an empathetic, non-judgmental space while using humor and honesty, collaborating with you to achieve goals. I seek to explore the underlying thoughts, emotions and behaviors that contribute to challenges and stressors across all systems of life. I enjoy working with clients who struggle with behavioral issues, emotional regulation, trauma, anxiety, depression, relationships, and career development.
(720) 740-8590 View (720) 740-8590
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Joshua Dickter
Psychologist, LP
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
Behavioral challenges are not a motivational issue, but a skill deficit.
My name is Dr. Joshua Dickter. I specialize in working with children and young adults, and have experience treating individuals managing a variety of symptoms. Some of these symptoms include depression, anxiety, executive functioning challenges, giftedness or (oftentimes) a combination of all of these traits and more. I strongly believe that child distress quickly becomes family distress; therefore, I advocate for a mixed treatment approach involving individual work with the child, family work between parents and the child, and parent coaching sessions or consultations if the parents are comfortable with it.
Behavioral challenges are not a motivational issue, but a skill deficit.
My name is Dr. Joshua Dickter. I specialize in working with children and young adults, and have experience treating individuals managing a variety of symptoms. Some of these symptoms include depression, anxiety, executive functioning challenges, giftedness or (oftentimes) a combination of all of these traits and more. I strongly believe that child distress quickly becomes family distress; therefore, I advocate for a mixed treatment approach involving individual work with the child, family work between parents and the child, and parent coaching sessions or consultations if the parents are comfortable with it.
(720) 756-6544 View (720) 756-6544
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Jennifer Glidewell
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
I focus on helping children, adolescents, and adults move forward. Problems that can get in the way of moving forward include education and behavior problems, ADD, autism, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Clinical tools include intellectual and psychological assessment and treatment interventions using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), person centered therapy, or emotion focused therapy, which can guide you through to the goals you have set. We'll set these goals early in the session so that we can focus on achieving these goals.
I focus on helping children, adolescents, and adults move forward. Problems that can get in the way of moving forward include education and behavior problems, ADD, autism, depression, anxiety, and trauma. Clinical tools include intellectual and psychological assessment and treatment interventions using cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), person centered therapy, or emotion focused therapy, which can guide you through to the goals you have set. We'll set these goals early in the session so that we can focus on achieving these goals.
(720) 606-6324 View (720) 606-6324
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Elizabeth Jáuregui
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124
Hello and welcome! I am a dedicated clinical social worker specializing in child and adolescent therapy. With over 13 years of experience supporting children and their families with social, emotional, and behavioral struggles in schools before moving to private practice, I have a deep understanding of the intricate needs of young minds and the multifaceted dimensions of child development and mental health. I am deeply committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals can explore, grow, and thrive. I specialize in addressing a spectrum of
Hello and welcome! I am a dedicated clinical social worker specializing in child and adolescent therapy. With over 13 years of experience supporting children and their families with social, emotional, and behavioral struggles in schools before moving to private practice, I have a deep understanding of the intricate needs of young minds and the multifaceted dimensions of child development and mental health. I am deeply committed to fostering a safe and nurturing environment where young individuals can explore, grow, and thrive. I specialize in addressing a spectrum of
(720) 734-6662 View (720) 734-6662
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Linda K Earnest
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
In my practice I focus on providing caring, supportive and professional therapy to individuals, couples, and families, of all age groups. I have 30 years experience working with anxiety, depression, abuse, addiction, grief, older adult issues, behavioral issues, family issues, parenting, and couples issues. I am a registered EMDR therapist specializing in trauma and PTSD. I am also trained in working with veterans and their families.
In my practice I focus on providing caring, supportive and professional therapy to individuals, couples, and families, of all age groups. I have 30 years experience working with anxiety, depression, abuse, addiction, grief, older adult issues, behavioral issues, family issues, parenting, and couples issues. I am a registered EMDR therapist specializing in trauma and PTSD. I am also trained in working with veterans and their families.
(720) 288-0976 View (720) 288-0976
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Veronica Olesen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
I utilize a range of evidence-based modalities to best serve each client’s individual needs: Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, as well as EMDR/Play techniques.
It is never too early or too late to seek a better life for yourself or your child. TheraPeak Wellness is proud to serve a diverse population of children (ages 5+), adolescents, individuals, & families. Through a trauma-informed approach, we aim to foster a safe, healing environment for clients to share their story & reach their goals. I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 7 years’ experience helping individuals & families achieve their optimal mental, emotional, & behavioral health. I specialize in treating symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, work/school stress, low self-esteem, and other uncomfortable emotions.
I utilize a range of evidence-based modalities to best serve each client’s individual needs: Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Therapy, Solution-Focused Therapy, Mindfulness, as well as EMDR/Play techniques.
It is never too early or too late to seek a better life for yourself or your child. TheraPeak Wellness is proud to serve a diverse population of children (ages 5+), adolescents, individuals, & families. Through a trauma-informed approach, we aim to foster a safe, healing environment for clients to share their story & reach their goals. I am a licensed psychotherapist with over 7 years’ experience helping individuals & families achieve their optimal mental, emotional, & behavioral health. I specialize in treating symptoms of depression, anxiety, trauma, work/school stress, low self-esteem, and other uncomfortable emotions.
(720) 549-4590 View (720) 549-4590
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Stephanie Spjuth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129  (Online Only)
Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and more.
I am a dedicated therapist who specializes in working exclusively with women aged 18 and older, focusing on their mental health concerns. My goal is to create a nurturing space where adult women can find support, healing, and growth. I understand the unique challenges that women face during different stages of life, and I am committed to providing personalized care that addresses your specific needs. I strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns.
Internal Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and more.
I am a dedicated therapist who specializes in working exclusively with women aged 18 and older, focusing on their mental health concerns. My goal is to create a nurturing space where adult women can find support, healing, and growth. I understand the unique challenges that women face during different stages of life, and I am committed to providing personalized care that addresses your specific needs. I strive to create a safe and inclusive environment where you can openly explore your thoughts, emotions, and concerns.
(303) 800-6093 View (303) 800-6093
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Lauren Blanchard
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129  (Online Only)
Those moments helped me discover early on that my passion was helping people with communication, attachment, emotional and behavioral challenges.
I am dedicated to aiding parents, children and families function cohesively by promoting healthy, meaningful and enriching relationships. I place a strong value on the bond between children and their parents. One of my goals as your counselor is to provide encouragement and guidance on how to support your child's growth by working through developmental tasks and important milestones. I collaborate closely with parents to ensure that the work done in session is reflected in the home as well.
Those moments helped me discover early on that my passion was helping people with communication, attachment, emotional and behavioral challenges.
I am dedicated to aiding parents, children and families function cohesively by promoting healthy, meaningful and enriching relationships. I place a strong value on the bond between children and their parents. One of my goals as your counselor is to provide encouragement and guidance on how to support your child's growth by working through developmental tasks and important milestones. I collaborate closely with parents to ensure that the work done in session is reflected in the home as well.
(720) 310-3806 View (720) 310-3806
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Sheri Langston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80129
We all need help from others from time to time as we go through difficult or challenging seasons in our lives. My personal journey along with my training and experience has enabled me to facilitate that journey with clients. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, including solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive-behavioral, directive, and coaching, relational, and strength-based. I also offer faith-based Christian counseling. We want our clientele to have a comfortable, curated experience, so we offer self-scheduling appointment service through your personal client portal.
We all need help from others from time to time as we go through difficult or challenging seasons in our lives. My personal journey along with my training and experience has enabled me to facilitate that journey with clients. My therapeutic approach is eclectic, including solution-focused brief therapy, cognitive-behavioral, directive, and coaching, relational, and strength-based. I also offer faith-based Christian counseling. We want our clientele to have a comfortable, curated experience, so we offer self-scheduling appointment service through your personal client portal.
(720) 815-4358 View (720) 815-4358
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Kevin 'casey' Cherry
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124  (Online Only)
Casey specializes in men’s issues with a solution focused and cognitive behavioral approach that gives men the skills they need to overcome their obstacles and tackle their complex issues.
Casey Cherry is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience in helping adolescents and adults successfully navigate their mental health, addictions, and relationship issues.
Casey specializes in men’s issues with a solution focused and cognitive behavioral approach that gives men the skills they need to overcome their obstacles and tackle their complex issues.
Casey Cherry is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience in helping adolescents and adults successfully navigate their mental health, addictions, and relationship issues.
(303) 732-8265 View (303) 732-8265
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Megan Franklin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80124  (Online Only)
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults with a wide range of behavioral issues, mental health issues, life adjustment concerns and substance related struggles.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, unhappy? Are you experiencing a change, like becoming a new Mom, moving to a new state, getting a new job, or are worried about your drug and alcohol use? My passion is working with clients to overcome and manage life changes and transitions as seamlessly as possible. I understand there are challenges - fear of change is a given - yet there is nothing more healing than connecting in a safe, non-judgemental environment, where growth and potential are encouraged. I would consider myself priveledged to be a part of the your healing journey.
I specialize in the treatment of adolescents and adults with a wide range of behavioral issues, mental health issues, life adjustment concerns and substance related struggles.
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, unhappy? Are you experiencing a change, like becoming a new Mom, moving to a new state, getting a new job, or are worried about your drug and alcohol use? My passion is working with clients to overcome and manage life changes and transitions as seamlessly as possible. I understand there are challenges - fear of change is a given - yet there is nothing more healing than connecting in a safe, non-judgemental environment, where growth and potential are encouraged. I would consider myself priveledged to be a part of the your healing journey.
(720) 961-8619 View (720) 961-8619
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Sarah McKelvey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
Therapeutic collaboration is powerful and productive in addressing mood/motivation, core identity issues, life purpose/direction, chronic relationship challenges/discord, and addictions/self-defeating behavior.
Would you benefit from a sustained experience of inquiry, empathy, and self- investigation bringing into view your truer nature and yielding deeper sources of security and intelligence? We are a counseling practice in which clinicians have a working knowledge of Eastern wisdom traditions as well as a formal education in Western counseling psychology. We facilitate solace, realization, peace of mind, practical wisdom, and guidance. We work with adults in life transitions who present with anxiety and depression. Please reach out to get set up!
Therapeutic collaboration is powerful and productive in addressing mood/motivation, core identity issues, life purpose/direction, chronic relationship challenges/discord, and addictions/self-defeating behavior.
Would you benefit from a sustained experience of inquiry, empathy, and self- investigation bringing into view your truer nature and yielding deeper sources of security and intelligence? We are a counseling practice in which clinicians have a working knowledge of Eastern wisdom traditions as well as a formal education in Western counseling psychology. We facilitate solace, realization, peace of mind, practical wisdom, and guidance. We work with adults in life transitions who present with anxiety and depression. Please reach out to get set up!
(720) 343-7372 View (720) 343-7372
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Rose Caracostas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults that struggle (13yo-65yo) with anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideations/homicidal ideations, self-harm, as well as high-risk youth. I also work with adults who have anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am trauma certified, certified in suicide awareness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I also have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I specialize in working with adolescents and adults that struggle (13yo-65yo) with anxiety, depression, Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), suicidal ideations/homicidal ideations, self-harm, as well as high-risk youth. I also work with adults who have anxiety, depression and PTSD. I am trauma certified, certified in suicide awareness, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy. I also have training in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
(303) 720-7824 View (303) 720-7824
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Sharon DeGuevara Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80126
I am a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and use this treatment method to help clients understand how their thoughts have a direct influence on their feelings and behaviors.
At Sharon DeGuevara Counseling I work with adolescents, and adults providing individual, and family therapy. Areas of focus in treatment include abuse, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, family communication, family issues, mood disorders, eating disorders, parenting, PTSD, school issues and trauma.
I am a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist and use this treatment method to help clients understand how their thoughts have a direct influence on their feelings and behaviors.
At Sharon DeGuevara Counseling I work with adolescents, and adults providing individual, and family therapy. Areas of focus in treatment include abuse, ADHD, anxiety, depression, grief/loss, family communication, family issues, mood disorders, eating disorders, parenting, PTSD, school issues and trauma.
(303) 945-3718 View (303) 945-3718
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Kristel Champeau's Mental Health Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
I am trained in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
As a therapist I am dedicated to helping and supporting children, adolescents and their families as a whole. I strive to help others recognize and strengthen their abilities to cope and problem solve for past, current and future situations, and in the process they grow and heal mentally, emotionally and physically. I am here to listen, hear and understand with an open mind. I have experience with working with kids who have anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, ADHD, as well as kids who struggle with expressing or being able to regulate their emotions.
I am trained in TF-CBT (Trauma-Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
As a therapist I am dedicated to helping and supporting children, adolescents and their families as a whole. I strive to help others recognize and strengthen their abilities to cope and problem solve for past, current and future situations, and in the process they grow and heal mentally, emotionally and physically. I am here to listen, hear and understand with an open mind. I have experience with working with kids who have anxiety, depression, trauma, self-esteem issues, ADHD, as well as kids who struggle with expressing or being able to regulate their emotions.
(720) 408-2799 View (720) 408-2799

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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.