Behavioral Issues Therapists in Cumberland, MD
Lisa M Castleman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Cumberland, MD 21502
Potomac Behavioral and Occupational therapy provides a broad range of services, such as Occupational therapy for all ages, Psychological testing, Addictions counseling as well as mental health counseling.
Having started my profession a little later in life, I have an understanding of many issues that people of all ages face today. I have worked in many areas and hope to help those with mental health, behavioral health and personal issues that are troubling them. My education is in social work, which provides a broader generalist perspective to my work with children and adults.
Potomac Behavioral and Occupational therapy provides a broad range of services, such as Occupational therapy for all ages, Psychological testing, Addictions counseling as well as mental health counseling.
Having started my profession a little later in life, I have an understanding of many issues that people of all ages face today. I have worked in many areas and hope to help those with mental health, behavioral health and personal issues that are troubling them. My education is in social work, which provides a broader generalist perspective to my work with children and adults.
Donna L Rice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW, MAC, ADS, CCTP
Verified Verified
Cumberland, MD 21502
I am a clinical social worker who practices therapy in the area of dual diagnosis. I work with adult clients who have behavioral health or addictions issues, or both. I believe to feel better, we need to work on the WHOLE person not just a part. I worked for the Military for five years and I have background in trauma, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injuries and many addiction issues.
I am a clinical social worker who practices therapy in the area of dual diagnosis. I work with adult clients who have behavioral health or addictions issues, or both. I believe to feel better, we need to work on the WHOLE person not just a part. I worked for the Military for five years and I have background in trauma, PTSD and Traumatic Brain Injuries and many addiction issues.
Carrie Jessen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cumberland, MD 21502
Carrie will take a multi-faceted, holistic approach which may include a combination of techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and/or mind-body practices.
Carrie works diligently with her clients to assist them through their life journey and challenges for a variety of issues to include depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, personality disorder, chronic illness/health issues, family/relationship issues, crisis, loss, and life transitions. Carrie’s goal is to help you understand yourself and your relationships in a way that creates the positive change that matters to you.
Carrie will take a multi-faceted, holistic approach which may include a combination of techniques such as cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and/or mind-body practices.
Carrie works diligently with her clients to assist them through their life journey and challenges for a variety of issues to include depression, anxiety, panic disorder, OCD, personality disorder, chronic illness/health issues, family/relationship issues, crisis, loss, and life transitions. Carrie’s goal is to help you understand yourself and your relationships in a way that creates the positive change that matters to you.
Best Life Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Cumberland, MD 21502
Experienced and compassionate therapist ready to listen, guide and offer you a different perspective to help you live your best life. An eclectic approach is utilized to help you process and overcome past trauma, learn new ways of coping with life stressors and improve how you feel about yourself. Specializing in helping you cope with loss, life transitions, symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Experienced and compassionate therapist ready to listen, guide and offer you a different perspective to help you live your best life. An eclectic approach is utilized to help you process and overcome past trauma, learn new ways of coping with life stressors and improve how you feel about yourself. Specializing in helping you cope with loss, life transitions, symptoms of depression and anxiety.
Duane Boyd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Cumberland, MD 21502
Do you need help finding direction? Do you have hurts, hang ups, or habits that have created unwanted obstacles that are stifling your joy, relationships, and productivity? The good news is that there is hope for you to find your path to happiness. A creative therapy program will be created to help you enhance your life at home, on the job, or at school. Specialized programs are available to help with depression, anxiety, stress management, anger issues, trauma, and addiction.
Do you need help finding direction? Do you have hurts, hang ups, or habits that have created unwanted obstacles that are stifling your joy, relationships, and productivity? The good news is that there is hope for you to find your path to happiness. A creative therapy program will be created to help you enhance your life at home, on the job, or at school. Specialized programs are available to help with depression, anxiety, stress management, anger issues, trauma, and addiction.
Darren Christopher Wiley
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Cumberland, MD 21502 (Online Only)
I strive to meet each person I help where they are. Together we work with to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each individual seeking therapy services. I thoroughly enjoy working with a variety of people, helping each person work through their issues. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
I strive to meet each person I help where they are. Together we work with to develop goals and proactively explore options needed to achieve them. I am proud to utilize eclectic techniques that take different skills from various therapeutic approaches to individualize treatment needs for each individual seeking therapy services. I thoroughly enjoy working with a variety of people, helping each person work through their issues. I have extensive experience working with adults, youth and couples as they work through mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, dual diagnoses and relationship related issues.
Online Therapists
Phyllis Burson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
I work with clients in a collaborative client-centered way, creating a safe place for self expression and change. Clients say that I provide creative alternatives to help them feel empowered. For more than thirty years I have conducted therapy helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger and improving relationships. . My knowledge has increased through teaching psychology at the University of Maryland, including such topics as parenting, sleep, interpersonal conflict, small business management, work-life balance and time management. Approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, and improving relationships.
I work with clients in a collaborative client-centered way, creating a safe place for self expression and change. Clients say that I provide creative alternatives to help them feel empowered. For more than thirty years I have conducted therapy helping clients with anxiety, depression, trauma, anger and improving relationships. . My knowledge has increased through teaching psychology at the University of Maryland, including such topics as parenting, sleep, interpersonal conflict, small business management, work-life balance and time management. Approaches include cognitive behavioral therapy, and improving relationships.
Madalyn Carpenter
Counselor, MS, LCPC
Verified Verified
Sandy Spring, MD 20860
Waitlist for new clients
Depending on your personal needs and goals, I will incorporate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered therapy, and/or Play Therapy into my sessions.
Hi there! I am so proud of you for taking the first step in making your health a priority! I am a licensed therapist in the state of Maryland where I provide counseling to children, adolescents, and adults who are in need of support. I focus on helping individuals bring out the best in themselves. I am a caring and empathetic therapist who provides a safe space for my clients. I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Guilford College.
Depending on your personal needs and goals, I will incorporate evidence-based approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered therapy, and/or Play Therapy into my sessions.
Hi there! I am so proud of you for taking the first step in making your health a priority! I am a licensed therapist in the state of Maryland where I provide counseling to children, adolescents, and adults who are in need of support. I focus on helping individuals bring out the best in themselves. I am a caring and empathetic therapist who provides a safe space for my clients. I received my Master’s Degree in Counseling from Johns Hopkins University, and my Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Guilford College.
HughesCounselingService
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Frederick, MD 21703 (Online Only)
I have been trained in Trauma-Informed Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitizing Reprocessing Therapy.
Greetings, I am Ms. Hughes and if you are seeking a therapist to journey along side you as you evolve into an authentic version of yourself, please contact me, I am willing. The following summary describes my experiences to assist you with achieving the above stated endeavor. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Trauma Professional. I have over fifteen years of work helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, regulation of emotions, impulsive behaviors and processing traumatic events. I am a seasoned therapist in the helping profession and have helped children, families and couples.
I have been trained in Trauma-Informed Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Eye Movement Desensitizing Reprocessing Therapy.
Greetings, I am Ms. Hughes and if you are seeking a therapist to journey along side you as you evolve into an authentic version of yourself, please contact me, I am willing. The following summary describes my experiences to assist you with achieving the above stated endeavor. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor and a Certified Trauma Professional. I have over fifteen years of work helping individuals manage depression, anxiety, regulation of emotions, impulsive behaviors and processing traumatic events. I am a seasoned therapist in the helping profession and have helped children, families and couples.
Partnership Development Group: DBT Skills Program
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20855 (Online Only)
For someone who is struggling to understand what is happening internally (thoughts, feelings, sensations, and impulses) while also working to accept a current situation, it can be exhausting both mentally and emotionally. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can empower an individual to learn strategies to become mindful, accept and tolerate difficult circumstances, and learn to analyze problems or destructive behavior patterns while replacing them with more healthy ones.
For someone who is struggling to understand what is happening internally (thoughts, feelings, sensations, and impulses) while also working to accept a current situation, it can be exhausting both mentally and emotionally. Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) skills can empower an individual to learn strategies to become mindful, accept and tolerate difficult circumstances, and learn to analyze problems or destructive behavior patterns while replacing them with more healthy ones.
Birgit Cox
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Potomac, MD 20878
My training and experience with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) lead me to use this therapeutic model most often.
I see my work with people as helping them to live happier and more
fulfilling lives. Because we are all different, my services are highly individualized and I do not have a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
I take a collaborative approach to working with you. Together, we will first understand your issues and then find better ways of coping, by learning and practicing skills that will allow you to make long-term changes in your life.
My training and experience with Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) lead me to use this therapeutic model most often.
I see my work with people as helping them to live happier and more
fulfilling lives. Because we are all different, my services are highly individualized and I do not have a "one-size-fits-all" approach.
I take a collaborative approach to working with you. Together, we will first understand your issues and then find better ways of coping, by learning and practicing skills that will allow you to make long-term changes in your life.
Poole Counseling Group LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
You care deeply for your family, but the ongoing stress, the sleepless nights, and the emotional ups and downs are wearing you thin. It's not just about dealing with tantrums or navigating teen drama; it's the weight of knowing that your well-being directly impacts your family's happiness. You're not just looking for a quick fix; you're looking for a lasting change.You want a harmonious home where everyone feels heard, understood, and supported. Your aim is to foster positive behavior in your children, improve communication within your family, and to develop healthy coping mechanisms for stress and emotional challenges.
You care deeply for your family, but the ongoing stress, the sleepless nights, and the emotional ups and downs are wearing you thin. It's not just about dealing with tantrums or navigating teen drama; it's the weight of knowing that your well-being directly impacts your family's happiness. You're not just looking for a quick fix; you're looking for a lasting change.You want a harmonious home where everyone feels heard, understood, and supported. Your aim is to foster positive behavior in your children, improve communication within your family, and to develop healthy coping mechanisms for stress and emotional challenges.
Suzanne Lavoie Dell'Orfano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
North Potomac, MD 20878
I have extensive training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Maternal Mental Health, and Postpartum Depression & Anxiety.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety and/or sadness after the birth of your child? Are you struggling with your identity after becoming a mom? Do you feel like you are suffering in silence because you are afraid to share your thoughts with others? You are not alone and I am here to help. I work with women experiencing difficulties related to postpartum depression and anxiety and the feelings of isolation that go along with it. In addition, I work with women experiencing life transitions. I have a strengths based approach to working with individuals and I will work with you toward the best outcomes.
I have extensive training and experience in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), Maternal Mental Health, and Postpartum Depression & Anxiety.
Are you experiencing feelings of anxiety and/or sadness after the birth of your child? Are you struggling with your identity after becoming a mom? Do you feel like you are suffering in silence because you are afraid to share your thoughts with others? You are not alone and I am here to help. I work with women experiencing difficulties related to postpartum depression and anxiety and the feelings of isolation that go along with it. In addition, I work with women experiencing life transitions. I have a strengths based approach to working with individuals and I will work with you toward the best outcomes.
Pierre B Dorival
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gaithersburg, MD 20877
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy.
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy.
Depression, fear, and anxiety are some of the most common and uncomfortable emotions that we can experience at some point in our lives. Through counseling and treatment, we are able to help you recover motivation, perspective, and joy that you once had in your life.
Shelby Eugene Fisher
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Rockville, MD 20852 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone who is looking to better understand the functions of their behavior and take evidence based action to help manage their mental health. I'm looking for clients who want to discover themselves and better understand the triggers that keep them from achieving their particular ideal of wellness.I specialize in utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients better understand the function of their behaviors along with assessing the costs associated with their behavior followed by creating a plan to help the client use evidence based practices to help them achieve their mental health goals.
My ideal client is someone who is looking to better understand the functions of their behavior and take evidence based action to help manage their mental health. I'm looking for clients who want to discover themselves and better understand the triggers that keep them from achieving their particular ideal of wellness.I specialize in utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help my clients better understand the function of their behaviors along with assessing the costs associated with their behavior followed by creating a plan to help the client use evidence based practices to help them achieve their mental health goals.
Kathleen Murray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
Germantown, MD 20874 (Online Only)
Katie is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical. She maintains a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach with all clients. Katie is a welcoming and affirming therapist for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The basis of her work with clients is supported by the frameworks of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Katie is on the national registry of therapists certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and specializes in working with individuals who have a history of acute and complex traumatic experiences.
Katie is a Licensed Certified Social Worker-Clinical. She maintains a strengths-based and trauma-informed approach with all clients. Katie is a welcoming and affirming therapist for members of the LGBTQIA+ community. The basis of her work with clients is supported by the frameworks of cognitive behavioral therapy, solution focused therapy, and motivational interviewing. Katie is on the national registry of therapists certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and specializes in working with individuals who have a history of acute and complex traumatic experiences.
Julia Perini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, CGP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20855 (Online Only)
I use a person-centered and holistic approach to treatment that combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I promote a warm, non-judgmental space to support clients as they work to connect to themselves and the world around them. I offer virtual services to residents of Maryland and Washington, D.C. I have helped clients struggling with a variety of concerns such as anxiety, depression, family conflict, substance use, trauma, low self-esteem, stress management, and more. We all go through various life transitions, such as moving away from home for the first time. My goal in the therapeutic relationship is to help individuals navigate life’s changes and struggles, achieve greater peace, and enjoy their unique process along the way.
I use a person-centered and holistic approach to treatment that combines elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Attachment-Based Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and Mindfulness.
I promote a warm, non-judgmental space to support clients as they work to connect to themselves and the world around them. I offer virtual services to residents of Maryland and Washington, D.C. I have helped clients struggling with a variety of concerns such as anxiety, depression, family conflict, substance use, trauma, low self-esteem, stress management, and more. We all go through various life transitions, such as moving away from home for the first time. My goal in the therapeutic relationship is to help individuals navigate life’s changes and struggles, achieve greater peace, and enjoy their unique process along the way.
Rita McInerny
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rockville, MD 20850
I also utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in sessions for symptom management, increased psychological flexibility, and helping clients practice coping skills.
Are you or your child feeling sad, anxious, or angry? Is there stress at home, school, or work? Are you or your child having difficulty in relationships? We can address these topics and more together in a session focused on supporting you or your child in improving overall well-being and goal achievement. I am currently accepting clients of all ages with a focus on young children and teens. I work to provide an accepting, nonjudgmental space for clients where each individual is valued unconditionally. We can explore together how your past may impact your present, and how to increase mindfulness and calm in your everyday life.
I also utilize Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) techniques in sessions for symptom management, increased psychological flexibility, and helping clients practice coping skills.
Are you or your child feeling sad, anxious, or angry? Is there stress at home, school, or work? Are you or your child having difficulty in relationships? We can address these topics and more together in a session focused on supporting you or your child in improving overall well-being and goal achievement. I am currently accepting clients of all ages with a focus on young children and teens. I work to provide an accepting, nonjudgmental space for clients where each individual is valued unconditionally. We can explore together how your past may impact your present, and how to increase mindfulness and calm in your everyday life.
Stewart A Zelman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bethesda, MD 20817 (Online Only)
My practice incorporates such achievement specific interventions and therapies as neuro-linguistic programming, hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution focused therapy.
I work with clients who want to finally change their psychology and manage their lives more effectively. This work can help you manage your obesity, depression and anxiety. Based on your needs and goals, we can improve your relationships,ability to create and achieve your goals. If you are struggling with finally lose weight, we have developed an assessment, WALT and tools to help you stop struggling. By improving your ability to manage your mind and emotions, improve your motivation and body image we can help you lose the weight. We use specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere.
My practice incorporates such achievement specific interventions and therapies as neuro-linguistic programming, hypnotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and solution focused therapy.
I work with clients who want to finally change their psychology and manage their lives more effectively. This work can help you manage your obesity, depression and anxiety. Based on your needs and goals, we can improve your relationships,ability to create and achieve your goals. If you are struggling with finally lose weight, we have developed an assessment, WALT and tools to help you stop struggling. By improving your ability to manage your mind and emotions, improve your motivation and body image we can help you lose the weight. We use specific treatment modalities which create goal achievement in a solution focused atmosphere.
Ashley Williams
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Gaithersburg, MD 20879
When supporting children, adolescents and caregivers in management of anxiety disorders, behavioral difficulties, traumatic experiences, parent-child interactions, and peer relationship difficulties, I like to expand on the individual's coping skills, emotion regulation techniques, executive functioning skills, problem-solving skills, and sense of self.
I love working with children, teens and caregivers to improve the quality of life for all members of the family system. As part of my client centered approach, I do ask that clients and caregivers are active participants in the therapeutic process. As an active participant, you and your child will be able to try various methods to improve and develop the life that you wish to have. I value a holistic approach to therapy which includes examination of the person and how they respond to their behaviors, beliefs, and the community around them by incorporating talk therapy and some expressive therapeutic techniques.
When supporting children, adolescents and caregivers in management of anxiety disorders, behavioral difficulties, traumatic experiences, parent-child interactions, and peer relationship difficulties, I like to expand on the individual's coping skills, emotion regulation techniques, executive functioning skills, problem-solving skills, and sense of self.
I love working with children, teens and caregivers to improve the quality of life for all members of the family system. As part of my client centered approach, I do ask that clients and caregivers are active participants in the therapeutic process. As an active participant, you and your child will be able to try various methods to improve and develop the life that you wish to have. I value a holistic approach to therapy which includes examination of the person and how they respond to their behaviors, beliefs, and the community around them by incorporating talk therapy and some expressive therapeutic techniques.
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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.