Behavioral Issues Therapists in Farmington Hills, MI

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Kara Ettenson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
I specialize in working with adults and children, ages 5 and up, who are struggling with anxieties, depression, self-esteem, behavioral problems, focusing and organizational challenges, social and communication skills, and family and peer relationships.
Hi! I have always felt such fulfillment from helping people be their best selves. My primary goal is to make sure that whatever you are struggling with, does not affect your ability to have a happy and healthy quality of life. I approach therapy in a caring, collaborative, compassionate, non-judgmental, and patient manner. I utilize evidence based practices to provide you with the long-term tools you will need to help you through the ups and downs in life. I offer timely in person and telehealth options for treatment for adult, children, and families.
I specialize in working with adults and children, ages 5 and up, who are struggling with anxieties, depression, self-esteem, behavioral problems, focusing and organizational challenges, social and communication skills, and family and peer relationships.
Hi! I have always felt such fulfillment from helping people be their best selves. My primary goal is to make sure that whatever you are struggling with, does not affect your ability to have a happy and healthy quality of life. I approach therapy in a caring, collaborative, compassionate, non-judgmental, and patient manner. I utilize evidence based practices to provide you with the long-term tools you will need to help you through the ups and downs in life. I offer timely in person and telehealth options for treatment for adult, children, and families.
(248) 845-1087 View (248) 845-1087
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Constance Gwynn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CSW, SSW
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
I am a license clinical social worker/therapist providing psychotherapy for a broad range of psychological, emotional, and systemic issues of children, adolescents, and adults. I have over 3o years of experience providing mental and emotional support services to children, adolescents, and adults in psychiatric hospitals, juvenile facilities, community base facilities, schools, clinics and private practice. I have a passion for helping people heal within, change thinking errors, break negative cycles, and change their lives. I am skilled to empower clients to manage emotions, eliminate anxiety, depression, trauma, change Behavior.
I am a license clinical social worker/therapist providing psychotherapy for a broad range of psychological, emotional, and systemic issues of children, adolescents, and adults. I have over 3o years of experience providing mental and emotional support services to children, adolescents, and adults in psychiatric hospitals, juvenile facilities, community base facilities, schools, clinics and private practice. I have a passion for helping people heal within, change thinking errors, break negative cycles, and change their lives. I am skilled to empower clients to manage emotions, eliminate anxiety, depression, trauma, change Behavior.
(248) 516-2437 View (248) 516-2437
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Daniel Klein
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
With decades of combined experience, our practice has many specialities including treating behavior problems such as explosive tempers, defiance, ADHD, low frustration tolerance, school difficulties, emotional challenges, depression, anxiety, mood instability, adjustment problems, and divorce.
Watching your child struggle can be one of the most difficult parts of being a parent. Whether a child is feeling sad or angry, acting out, has difficulty making friends, worries too often, or is struggling with school, a parent just wants to help in any way they can. My career is committed to working with children, adolescents and families to create more harmonious and satisfying lives.
With decades of combined experience, our practice has many specialities including treating behavior problems such as explosive tempers, defiance, ADHD, low frustration tolerance, school difficulties, emotional challenges, depression, anxiety, mood instability, adjustment problems, and divorce.
Watching your child struggle can be one of the most difficult parts of being a parent. Whether a child is feeling sad or angry, acting out, has difficulty making friends, worries too often, or is struggling with school, a parent just wants to help in any way they can. My career is committed to working with children, adolescents and families to create more harmonious and satisfying lives.
(248) 455-6788 View (248) 455-6788
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Restorative Counseling Services
Master Social Work, LMSW, MA, BA
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
We utilize an individualized approach for each client to reach for and obtain his maximum potential from a behavior, academic, social, and emotional standpoint.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of youth. Restorative Counseling Services assists youth with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to avoid negative influences. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help youth overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, restorative practices, respect, ethics, and developing future goals.
We utilize an individualized approach for each client to reach for and obtain his maximum potential from a behavior, academic, social, and emotional standpoint.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of youth. Restorative Counseling Services assists youth with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to avoid negative influences. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help youth overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, restorative practices, respect, ethics, and developing future goals.
(248) 916-0136 View (248) 916-0136
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Art of Healing Behavioral Services, P.L.L.C.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MPA, LPC, CAADCDP, QMHP
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48335  (Online Only)
Art of Healing Behavioral Services provides clients with evidenced based therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, helping to restore balance and healing to your life.
Are you one of millions of people still adjusting from pre/post-pandemic anxiety, depression and adjustment concerns? Are you dealing with trauma and grief from losing loved ones pre/post pandemic? Processing unexpected changes in our lives can be overwhelming for most and you are not alone.
Art of Healing Behavioral Services provides clients with evidenced based therapeutic approaches including CBT, DBT, TF-CBT, helping to restore balance and healing to your life.
Are you one of millions of people still adjusting from pre/post-pandemic anxiety, depression and adjustment concerns? Are you dealing with trauma and grief from losing loved ones pre/post pandemic? Processing unexpected changes in our lives can be overwhelming for most and you are not alone.
(947) 208-4901 View (947) 208-4901
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Michael Early
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
I use various evidence based therapies, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as well as developing effective and individualized treatment plans to help facilitate real change and improvement in clients’ lives.
Right now, it can be difficult to find a therapist that is a good fit, let alone one that is available for sessions. After 10 years of agency experience, working with kids through play therapy and other evidence-based methods, I am opening up my schedule to private practice clients. I believe quality one on one care and family therapy can greatly improve children's emotional and mental struggles as well as support the family unit. I also work with families and adults with ADHD, Anxiety, and Trauma Related concerns.
I use various evidence based therapies, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as well as developing effective and individualized treatment plans to help facilitate real change and improvement in clients’ lives.
Right now, it can be difficult to find a therapist that is a good fit, let alone one that is available for sessions. After 10 years of agency experience, working with kids through play therapy and other evidence-based methods, I am opening up my schedule to private practice clients. I believe quality one on one care and family therapy can greatly improve children's emotional and mental struggles as well as support the family unit. I also work with families and adults with ADHD, Anxiety, and Trauma Related concerns.
(248) 940-3164 View (248) 940-3164
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Restorative Counseling Services
Master Social Work, LMSW
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
We utilize an individualized approach for each client to reach for and obtain his full potential from a behavior, academic, social, and emotional standpoint.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of boys, young men and adults. Restorative Counseling Services assists with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to enhance decision making. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help young men overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, depression, respect, ethics, self-esteem,character adjustments and life skills.
We utilize an individualized approach for each client to reach for and obtain his full potential from a behavior, academic, social, and emotional standpoint.
Restorative Counseling Services utilizes a culturally competent client-centered approach to facilitate and address the social-emotional needs of boys, young men and adults. Restorative Counseling Services assists with building resiliency, decision making, overcoming obstacles, and equipping them with the skills to enhance decision making. As practitioners we are driven to understand and help young men overcome the barriers that are standing in the way of their success. Areas of focus include, but aren't limited to anger management, conflict resolution, depression, respect, ethics, self-esteem,character adjustments and life skills.
(248) 600-4475 View (248) 600-4475
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Happiness Now Hypnosis
CHT, NLPP
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48335
While I work in most areas relating to emotions and behavior, I focus on anxiety/stress, obesity, smoking cessation, improving confidence, trauma relief and letting go of limiting emotions to enhance ones enjoyment and performance in life.
I help clients reach their goals quickly & easily using advanced Hypnotherapy & Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Practice areas include but aren't limited to reducing anxiety & stress, improving self esteem & confidence, weight loss, smoking cessation, trauma and PTSD relief (including childhood trauma), depression, performance and relationships and managing Type 2 diabetes
While I work in most areas relating to emotions and behavior, I focus on anxiety/stress, obesity, smoking cessation, improving confidence, trauma relief and letting go of limiting emotions to enhance ones enjoyment and performance in life.
I help clients reach their goals quickly & easily using advanced Hypnotherapy & Neuro-Linguistic Programming. Practice areas include but aren't limited to reducing anxiety & stress, improving self esteem & confidence, weight loss, smoking cessation, trauma and PTSD relief (including childhood trauma), depression, performance and relationships and managing Type 2 diabetes
(248) 213-7703 View (248) 213-7703
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Dr. Melanie Mailloux
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS, LPC, CAADC, C-DBT
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Waitlist for new clients
I am certified in addictions (CAADC), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy certified (C-DBT).
I'm currently providing in person and telehealth therapy for people struggling with mental health issues including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and grief & loss. Treatment methods used include DBT, CBT, trauma informed care and addiction treatment.
I am certified in addictions (CAADC), a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional (CCTP) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy certified (C-DBT).
I'm currently providing in person and telehealth therapy for people struggling with mental health issues including borderline personality disorder, anxiety, depression, addiction, trauma, and grief & loss. Treatment methods used include DBT, CBT, trauma informed care and addiction treatment.
(313) 355-2330 View (313) 355-2330
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Erica Miletti
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, BCBA, LBA, TLLP
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst located in Northville, MI who specializes in treating the neuro-divergent population, specifically individuals with autism spectrum disorder. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis from the Michigan School of Psychology.
I’m a Temporary Limited Licensed Psychologist and Board Certified Behavior Analyst located in Northville, MI who specializes in treating the neuro-divergent population, specifically individuals with autism spectrum disorder. I hold a Master of Arts degree in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Applied Behavior Analysis from the Michigan School of Psychology.
(248) 290-9773 View (248) 290-9773
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Sam Kirshenbaum
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LLMSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48331
I have a passion for working with youth (13+), adults, families, life transitions/changes, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, OCD, depression, interpersonal skills development, and behavioral modification.
Looking for a new therapist can be a difficult step on your mental health journey. Whether we work together or not, you’ve already shown courage simply by visiting my profile. We are constantly growing, developing new strengths, and identifying new and continuous challenges. You are unique and the expert of your own life. As your therapist, I would feel privileged to learn about your journey thus far and be honored to take some of your next steps with you. Your needs are non-compromisable and will guide our time together.
I have a passion for working with youth (13+), adults, families, life transitions/changes, anxiety, ADHD/ADD, OCD, depression, interpersonal skills development, and behavioral modification.
Looking for a new therapist can be a difficult step on your mental health journey. Whether we work together or not, you’ve already shown courage simply by visiting my profile. We are constantly growing, developing new strengths, and identifying new and continuous challenges. You are unique and the expert of your own life. As your therapist, I would feel privileged to learn about your journey thus far and be honored to take some of your next steps with you. Your needs are non-compromisable and will guide our time together.
(248) 290-6431 View (248) 290-6431
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Nicole Weber
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CAADC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48336  (Online Only)
I am a dedicated Counselor and Clinical Supervisor offering guidance to individuals to help cope with a variety of emotional and life challenges with a goal of enhancing psychological wellbeing and getting you back to the best version of yourself. I use a variety of approaches including, but not limited to, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have experience in treating anger management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, serious mental illness and substance abuse. I encourage clients with the outmost honor and compassion to discuss their hearts and minds in confidential and safe space.
I am a dedicated Counselor and Clinical Supervisor offering guidance to individuals to help cope with a variety of emotional and life challenges with a goal of enhancing psychological wellbeing and getting you back to the best version of yourself. I use a variety of approaches including, but not limited to, psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy. I have experience in treating anger management, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, life transitions, serious mental illness and substance abuse. I encourage clients with the outmost honor and compassion to discuss their hearts and minds in confidential and safe space.
(248) 516-7922 View (248) 516-7922
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Colleen Crane
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
I use techniques like cognitive behavioral, psychoeducational, psychodynamic and interpersonal.
For over 20 years I have worked with individuals, couples and families. Because I also teach at the University of Michigan I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques for working with everyone! I enjoy my work and I find that teaching provides a unique perspective to keep me up to date on new interventions which I often utilize in my private practice work. In 2013, I completed training as a sex therapist and sexual health educator. This program has given me highly specialized training in working with a variety of sexual health issues including low sex drive, fertility issues and everything in between!
I use techniques like cognitive behavioral, psychoeducational, psychodynamic and interpersonal.
For over 20 years I have worked with individuals, couples and families. Because I also teach at the University of Michigan I have been trained in a variety of therapeutic techniques for working with everyone! I enjoy my work and I find that teaching provides a unique perspective to keep me up to date on new interventions which I often utilize in my private practice work. In 2013, I completed training as a sex therapist and sexual health educator. This program has given me highly specialized training in working with a variety of sexual health issues including low sex drive, fertility issues and everything in between!
(248) 330-3585 View (248) 330-3585
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Melanie Cohn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
Are you feeling stuck or sad much of the time, or incapable of stopping the worried thoughts in your head? Do you feel disconnected, ignored, or misunderstood in your relationships? This is the time for you take back control of your life! It is not as hard as you think to look forward to each day instead of dreading it. A capable, caring therapist like me can help you gain the strength and knowledge to identify dysfunctional patterns of behavior and replace them with healthier ones in order to live the happy, healthy and rewarding life of which you have been dreaming. Small, private waiting room. Remote therapy available
Are you feeling stuck or sad much of the time, or incapable of stopping the worried thoughts in your head? Do you feel disconnected, ignored, or misunderstood in your relationships? This is the time for you take back control of your life! It is not as hard as you think to look forward to each day instead of dreading it. A capable, caring therapist like me can help you gain the strength and knowledge to identify dysfunctional patterns of behavior and replace them with healthier ones in order to live the happy, healthy and rewarding life of which you have been dreaming. Small, private waiting room. Remote therapy available
(248) 487-9858 View (248) 487-9858
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Caryn Alexis McCarthy-Epps
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, SCL, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48336
Counseling and Consulting with Kindness, LLC provides academic and therapeutic services to people who are experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
“See the light in others and treat them as if that is all you see.” – Wayne Dyer. My name is Caryn A. McCarthy Epps, and the above quotation from one of my counseling mentors best describes my commitment to counseling and service to others, and is a representation of the proud educator and therapist that I am today. I work with students and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, depressions, ADHD and other behavioral, social, and emotional impairments to help them achieve serenity in their lives.
Counseling and Consulting with Kindness, LLC provides academic and therapeutic services to people who are experiencing social, emotional, and behavioral issues.
“See the light in others and treat them as if that is all you see.” – Wayne Dyer. My name is Caryn A. McCarthy Epps, and the above quotation from one of my counseling mentors best describes my commitment to counseling and service to others, and is a representation of the proud educator and therapist that I am today. I work with students and young adults who are experiencing anxiety, depressions, ADHD and other behavioral, social, and emotional impairments to help them achieve serenity in their lives.
(947) 333-8125 View (947) 333-8125
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Riley King
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
My specialty is working with people ages 6-20 using varying methods of therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, executive function coaching, and therapy involving play.
I became a therapist because I believe people can do hard things, especially with the right support alongside them. I work with children, teens, and young adults who deserve for someone to meet them where they are at, and empower them to make positive change. I also believe therapy for children and teens is best done with the whole child and whole family in mind, and can provide family sessions as needed.
My specialty is working with people ages 6-20 using varying methods of therapy including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, executive function coaching, and therapy involving play.
I became a therapist because I believe people can do hard things, especially with the right support alongside them. I work with children, teens, and young adults who deserve for someone to meet them where they are at, and empower them to make positive change. I also believe therapy for children and teens is best done with the whole child and whole family in mind, and can provide family sessions as needed.
(248) 609-3671 View (248) 609-3671
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Jaime Mills
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
I use various evidence based therapies, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as well as developing effective and individualized treatment plans to help facilitate real change and improvement in clients’ lives.
You may be feeling like you are out of ideas or options with the way you have been feeling and with what you have been going through. Let us partner with you and create a way towards freedom, hope, and enjoying life again! Call or text us today at (248)-574-5222. We are accepting new patients virtually and in person at our Farmington Hills location.
I use various evidence based therapies, including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, as well as developing effective and individualized treatment plans to help facilitate real change and improvement in clients’ lives.
You may be feeling like you are out of ideas or options with the way you have been feeling and with what you have been going through. Let us partner with you and create a way towards freedom, hope, and enjoying life again! Call or text us today at (248)-574-5222. We are accepting new patients virtually and in person at our Farmington Hills location.
(734) 822-8705 View (734) 822-8705
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Lisa Schuba Seidel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Farmington Hills, MI 48336  (Online Only)
My counseling style is based on a humanistic, positive psychology and a psychodynamic approach, using various techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, strength-based and mindfulness to help clients reach therapeutic goals and objectives.
Does life sometimes feel like a puzzle without all the pieces? Do you often feel weighed down by your thoughts and feelings, leaving you searching for answers, unable to determine a solution? We all have the potential to grow and evolve from our life experiences. Talking with a professional can truly help guide us on the path to self-awareness, which can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. By utilizing various therapeutic techniques, we can approach your personal transformation together I would love to hear from you!
My counseling style is based on a humanistic, positive psychology and a psychodynamic approach, using various techniques such as cognitive-behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, strength-based and mindfulness to help clients reach therapeutic goals and objectives.
Does life sometimes feel like a puzzle without all the pieces? Do you often feel weighed down by your thoughts and feelings, leaving you searching for answers, unable to determine a solution? We all have the potential to grow and evolve from our life experiences. Talking with a professional can truly help guide us on the path to self-awareness, which can lead to a more fulfilling and meaningful life. By utilizing various therapeutic techniques, we can approach your personal transformation together I would love to hear from you!
(248) 460-9093 View (248) 460-9093
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Besa McDonald
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
I specialize in working with children, parents, & women in the perinatal period. I help children as young as two understand and express their emotions more appropriately, feel more regulated, & improve their social-emotional functioning. Children I support struggle with anxiety, trauma, anger and behavior challenges, or are adjusting to a life change. I provide compassionate and sensitive care to all mamas, and particularly mothers who have endured the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), birth trauma, or struggle with perinatal anxiety or depression.
I specialize in working with children, parents, & women in the perinatal period. I help children as young as two understand and express their emotions more appropriately, feel more regulated, & improve their social-emotional functioning. Children I support struggle with anxiety, trauma, anger and behavior challenges, or are adjusting to a life change. I provide compassionate and sensitive care to all mamas, and particularly mothers who have endured the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU), birth trauma, or struggle with perinatal anxiety or depression.
(248) 573-3814 View (248) 573-3814
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Tamara Tracy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Farmington Hills, MI 48334
I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma and am certified by the state of Michigan in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Currently accepting new clients! The first step to healing is the step you are taking now. Deciding to enter therapy can be intimidating. I meet people where they are as they take this important step. I know how difficult it can be to juggle all that life expects of us while experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, or emotional distress. Whether it’s unwanted thoughts, healing from a past trauma, or feeling stuck in your relationships, you are not alone. I provide a warm and safe space, free of judgment, to explore your past in order to make sense of the present and work toward a more fulfilling future. You can feel better!
I specialize in working with people who have experienced trauma and am certified by the state of Michigan in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Currently accepting new clients! The first step to healing is the step you are taking now. Deciding to enter therapy can be intimidating. I meet people where they are as they take this important step. I know how difficult it can be to juggle all that life expects of us while experiencing stress, depression, anxiety, or emotional distress. Whether it’s unwanted thoughts, healing from a past trauma, or feeling stuck in your relationships, you are not alone. I provide a warm and safe space, free of judgment, to explore your past in order to make sense of the present and work toward a more fulfilling future. You can feel better!
(248) 422-0503 View (248) 422-0503

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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.