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Dr. Monir F Morgan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , PhD , LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
I have wide experience and extensive training in working with clients presenting with addiction, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, depression, family issues, grief /loss, infidelity, mood disorders, OCD, oppositional defiance, parenting challenges, relationship issues, PTSD, self-esteem issues, socialization issues, and thought disorders.
I am a passionate, client-centered, and skilled Licensed Professional Counselor. I strive to meet my clients wherever they happen to be in the moment of seeking therapy and help them get to where they want to be through using evidence-based interventions, encouragement, support, and empowerment. It is my privilege to offer help and hope to my clients who are facing challenges in their life’s journey. I strongly believe that clients are the expert on their own lives and they have the answers to their own questions. My role is to work with my clients to find those answers, and help them become the best version of themselves.
I have wide experience and extensive training in working with clients presenting with addiction, anxiety, ADHD, anger management, behavioral issues, depression, family issues, grief /loss, infidelity, mood disorders, OCD, oppositional defiance, parenting challenges, relationship issues, PTSD, self-esteem issues, socialization issues, and thought disorders.
I am a passionate, client-centered, and skilled Licensed Professional Counselor. I strive to meet my clients wherever they happen to be in the moment of seeking therapy and help them get to where they want to be through using evidence-based interventions, encouragement, support, and empowerment. It is my privilege to offer help and hope to my clients who are facing challenges in their life’s journey. I strongly believe that clients are the expert on their own lives and they have the answers to their own questions. My role is to work with my clients to find those answers, and help them become the best version of themselves.
(484) 218-2652 View (484) 218-2652
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Jessica M Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
Are you concerned about changes in your child's mood or behaviors? Are you a parent of a child with social, emotional, or behavioral challenges? Do you struggle to help your child meet these challenges? Do you worry, “Will my child make friends? Will the teachers like my child? What if my child never learns to manage their impulsivity, anxiety, big emotions, social issues?” There is hope.
Are you concerned about changes in your child's mood or behaviors? Are you a parent of a child with social, emotional, or behavioral challenges? Do you struggle to help your child meet these challenges? Do you worry, “Will my child make friends? Will the teachers like my child? What if my child never learns to manage their impulsivity, anxiety, big emotions, social issues?” There is hope.
(484) 739-8863 View (484) 739-8863
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Cynthia Dempsey
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426  (Online Only)
I utilize my background and graduate education in cognitive-behavioral therapy and EMDR in order to help clients work through concerns such as trauma, anxiety, stress, panic, depression and navigating a medical diagnosis.
Hello! I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and can see clients anywhere in PA. I hold a BA in Psychology from the University of Delaware and an MS in Clinical Health and Counseling Psychology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I work with teens and adults dealing with stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues and I am an EMDRIA trained EMDR therapist as well a CBT and DBT trained therapist. I use a mix of many different styles in order to customize therapy to the direct needs of each individual client. I would be happy to discuss more and answer any questions you might have!
I utilize my background and graduate education in cognitive-behavioral therapy and EMDR in order to help clients work through concerns such as trauma, anxiety, stress, panic, depression and navigating a medical diagnosis.
Hello! I am currently a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Pennsylvania and can see clients anywhere in PA. I hold a BA in Psychology from the University of Delaware and an MS in Clinical Health and Counseling Psychology from Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine. I work with teens and adults dealing with stress, anxiety and trauma-related issues and I am an EMDRIA trained EMDR therapist as well a CBT and DBT trained therapist. I use a mix of many different styles in order to customize therapy to the direct needs of each individual client. I would be happy to discuss more and answer any questions you might have!
(215) 770-1283 View (215) 770-1283
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Lee C Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, Ed, LPC
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
My approaches center on (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and REBT(Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy).
Life can be difficult to navigate. Whether it's transitions in family dynamics, unresolved trauma, relationship issues or the stressors of life events, you should not feel you are an island in your own life. Challenges are to be expected, getting help for these challenges is a choice. I have been both a middle and elementary school counselor for 32 years combined. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Custody Evaluator. I believe my passion and experience in working with children, teens and families along with individuals facing life transitions give me the skill set to help clients navigate toward positive, healthy change.
My approaches center on (CBT)Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and REBT(Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy).
Life can be difficult to navigate. Whether it's transitions in family dynamics, unresolved trauma, relationship issues or the stressors of life events, you should not feel you are an island in your own life. Challenges are to be expected, getting help for these challenges is a choice. I have been both a middle and elementary school counselor for 32 years combined. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and Custody Evaluator. I believe my passion and experience in working with children, teens and families along with individuals facing life transitions give me the skill set to help clients navigate toward positive, healthy change.
(484) 237-9689 View (484) 237-9689
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Brittany Dellaquila
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
My therapeutic approach is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Welcome! My name is Brittany and I specialize in providing guidance to individuals and families facing life's challenges. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and an undergraduate degree in education. My experience and education were focused on Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. My safe, supportive, and empathetic environment enables my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to make choices that best serve their longer term goals.
My therapeutic approach is cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT).
Welcome! My name is Brittany and I specialize in providing guidance to individuals and families facing life's challenges. I have a Master's degree in Counseling and an undergraduate degree in education. My experience and education were focused on Clinical Mental Health and School Counseling. My safe, supportive, and empathetic environment enables my clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to make choices that best serve their longer term goals.
(484) 673-6564 View (484) 673-6564
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Kylie Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426  (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am a PA Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm passionate about helping adolescents and adults learn how to regulate emotions, incorporate daily mindfulness, and challenge thoughts that keep them stuck. I also teach how to decrease the connection between feeling and doing, and how to maintain healthy relationships . The majority or my practice focuses on self-harm behavior, suicidal ideation, intense emotions, and impulsive behaviors. My approach is to utilize DBT throughout treatment while also incorporating CBT and trauma-focused care.
Hello! My name is Kylie and I am a PA Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I'm passionate about helping adolescents and adults learn how to regulate emotions, incorporate daily mindfulness, and challenge thoughts that keep them stuck. I also teach how to decrease the connection between feeling and doing, and how to maintain healthy relationships . The majority or my practice focuses on self-harm behavior, suicidal ideation, intense emotions, and impulsive behaviors. My approach is to utilize DBT throughout treatment while also incorporating CBT and trauma-focused care.
(484) 255-4371 View (484) 255-4371
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Ashleigh Weidner
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
When we are able to utilize your strengths and your skills, in combination with identifying what the behavior or thought is that you want to change, then that is when real growth and progress will occur.
I want to start off by giving you a virtual high five for taking your first step in the counseling process! You deserve to be here. You deserve to be heard, listened to, cared for, and respected. You deserve the opportunity to be a part of a process where you are able to grow and heal. Oftentimes, life has a funny way of throwing us some curveballs. Sometimes you might feel like you can’t handle it, but I’m here to tell you that you can. I believe that you are the expert on yourself and your life, and what we do with our time together is up to you!
When we are able to utilize your strengths and your skills, in combination with identifying what the behavior or thought is that you want to change, then that is when real growth and progress will occur.
I want to start off by giving you a virtual high five for taking your first step in the counseling process! You deserve to be here. You deserve to be heard, listened to, cared for, and respected. You deserve the opportunity to be a part of a process where you are able to grow and heal. Oftentimes, life has a funny way of throwing us some curveballs. Sometimes you might feel like you can’t handle it, but I’m here to tell you that you can. I believe that you are the expert on yourself and your life, and what we do with our time together is up to you!
(484) 207-5460 View (484) 207-5460
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Suzanne Chuchian Chong (She Her Hers)
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
Do you often feel like you are threading water, instead of surfing above it? Are you doubting that you are not where you want to be in your life? Perhaps you are seeking clarity and insight, and calm after turbulence. I strive to facilitate self-empowerment and self-efficacy through adaptive coping/behavioral skills, strengthening cognitive insight, while honoring that change is hard when life gets hard. My work with individuals who have felt unheard and invalidated has led me to conceptualize concerns related to eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and substance use as closely intertwined.
Do you often feel like you are threading water, instead of surfing above it? Are you doubting that you are not where you want to be in your life? Perhaps you are seeking clarity and insight, and calm after turbulence. I strive to facilitate self-empowerment and self-efficacy through adaptive coping/behavioral skills, strengthening cognitive insight, while honoring that change is hard when life gets hard. My work with individuals who have felt unheard and invalidated has led me to conceptualize concerns related to eating disorders, anxiety, depression, and substance use as closely intertwined.
(267) 930-1278 View (267) 930-1278
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Helen Dean
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LBS, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
" I am able to help people become self aware of their behavior, emotions and reactions in a casual atmosphere that gives knowledge so that people can truly create change in their life.
Dealing with life changes can be difficult and confusing. Sometimes you just need someone to help you talk through your thoughts and create a plan, other times you may want to make a serious change within yourself. No matter what your reasoning, having someone to talk with will help. Therapy can help give you back your power and peace of mind. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, and believe that not everyone requires a diagnosis to get the help they need.
" I am able to help people become self aware of their behavior, emotions and reactions in a casual atmosphere that gives knowledge so that people can truly create change in their life.
Dealing with life changes can be difficult and confusing. Sometimes you just need someone to help you talk through your thoughts and create a plan, other times you may want to make a serious change within yourself. No matter what your reasoning, having someone to talk with will help. Therapy can help give you back your power and peace of mind. I specialize in areas of anxiety, depression, and believe that not everyone requires a diagnosis to get the help they need.
(610) 320-2588 View (610) 320-2588
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Ashley Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdM, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
Our experienced clinicians work with clients on issues of anxiety and depression, self-esteem and self-worth, academic and social pressure, behavioral challenges at home/school, and family transitions.
Does your child seem angry, sad, or worried? Are these behaviors impacting school, family, or friendships? Therapy is a way to overcome and grow through difficult times. WSCC works with children, teens, and families who are facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, academic, and relational difficulties. Our intention is to create a safe and nurturing environment where parents and children can receive support, build new skills, uncover strengths, improve communication, and develop an overall confidence in the ability to face life's challenges.
Our experienced clinicians work with clients on issues of anxiety and depression, self-esteem and self-worth, academic and social pressure, behavioral challenges at home/school, and family transitions.
Does your child seem angry, sad, or worried? Are these behaviors impacting school, family, or friendships? Therapy is a way to overcome and grow through difficult times. WSCC works with children, teens, and families who are facing a wide range of emotional, behavioral, academic, and relational difficulties. Our intention is to create a safe and nurturing environment where parents and children can receive support, build new skills, uncover strengths, improve communication, and develop an overall confidence in the ability to face life's challenges.
(267) 477-7361 View (267) 477-7361
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Emily Kranzley Killar, Psy.D.
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
Waitlist for new clients
Neuropsychology is the study of brain-behavior relationships.
As a licensed psychologist since 2001, I provide neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and psychological evaluation of Children, Adolescents, & Adults. I believe a collaborative, therapeutic approach to assessment enables me to provide my clients answers to the questions they have about their abilities, diagnosis, and treatment. Areas of expertise and interest include: School Psychology, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neuropsychiatric Conditions, Post-Concussion, School Admissions Testing, and Standardized Testing Accommodations. Consultation services available. Coming Soon: Executive Functions Coaching.
Neuropsychology is the study of brain-behavior relationships.
As a licensed psychologist since 2001, I provide neuropsychological, psychoeducational, and psychological evaluation of Children, Adolescents, & Adults. I believe a collaborative, therapeutic approach to assessment enables me to provide my clients answers to the questions they have about their abilities, diagnosis, and treatment. Areas of expertise and interest include: School Psychology, Learning Disabilities, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Neuropsychiatric Conditions, Post-Concussion, School Admissions Testing, and Standardized Testing Accommodations. Consultation services available. Coming Soon: Executive Functions Coaching.
(267) 263-7512 View (267) 263-7512
Photo of Martha Napolitana, Licensed Professional Counselor in Collegeville, PA
Martha Napolitana
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
If you had a magic wand, how would your life be different? Would your child’s anxiety, fear, and struggles vanish? Could parenting become easy and conflict-free? When your child or adolescent struggles with behavioral, emotional, and trauma issues, it affects the whole family and makes you feel powerless and overwhelmed. Welcome to Invictus Counseling! I work with children, teens, and parents to address behaviors, emotions, and trauma and develop goals to overcome those obstacles. There’s no magic wand – but there is a way to help, to nurture, and to improve.
If you had a magic wand, how would your life be different? Would your child’s anxiety, fear, and struggles vanish? Could parenting become easy and conflict-free? When your child or adolescent struggles with behavioral, emotional, and trauma issues, it affects the whole family and makes you feel powerless and overwhelmed. Welcome to Invictus Counseling! I work with children, teens, and parents to address behaviors, emotions, and trauma and develop goals to overcome those obstacles. There’s no magic wand – but there is a way to help, to nurture, and to improve.
(610) 890-8746 View (610) 890-8746
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Emily Britcher
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
My therapeutic approaches are collective and draw from the following evidenced based theories: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Presently offering supervision and accepting new clients! I work with adolescents, teens and college-age students/emerging adults who are struggling with anxiety, parental separation/divorce, ADHD, depression, self-harm, life transitions and self-esteem. I also support parents who have children with a mental health and/or behavioral health diagnoses. My goal is to support these caretakers in having a safe space to process their feelings, manage stressors and identify strengths that can support them in meeting the needs of their child but also working to take care and support themselves in a healthy way.
My therapeutic approaches are collective and draw from the following evidenced based theories: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Exposure Therapy, Play Therapy, and Mindfulness.
Presently offering supervision and accepting new clients! I work with adolescents, teens and college-age students/emerging adults who are struggling with anxiety, parental separation/divorce, ADHD, depression, self-harm, life transitions and self-esteem. I also support parents who have children with a mental health and/or behavioral health diagnoses. My goal is to support these caretakers in having a safe space to process their feelings, manage stressors and identify strengths that can support them in meeting the needs of their child but also working to take care and support themselves in a healthy way.
(484) 246-8665 View (484) 246-8665
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Randy Rex
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
Anxiety and stress affect everyone. Whatever the cause- relationships, school, work, medical issues, existential/spiritual crisis, loss of any kind- it can be overwhelming. Important obligations and events might be avoided, communication and connection compromised. Self-esteem, sleep, energy level, and mood all may suffer. We will collaborate to address the challenging areas of your life, manage stresses from your environment and body, and develop strategies to overcome unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior. Through this work it will be possible to experience relief, become happier, and evolve as a person.
Anxiety and stress affect everyone. Whatever the cause- relationships, school, work, medical issues, existential/spiritual crisis, loss of any kind- it can be overwhelming. Important obligations and events might be avoided, communication and connection compromised. Self-esteem, sleep, energy level, and mood all may suffer. We will collaborate to address the challenging areas of your life, manage stresses from your environment and body, and develop strategies to overcome unhelpful patterns of thought and behavior. Through this work it will be possible to experience relief, become happier, and evolve as a person.
(610) 365-1561 View (610) 365-1561
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Promising Pathways Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, BSL, CCATP, CTMH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426  (Online Only)
I provide services for children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with personal, emotional, and or behavioral issues.
SECURE ONLINE SESSIONS PROVIDED. Life's challenges can be quite overwhelming and may leave you or a family member feeling lost and alone not knowing where to turn. Pause for a moment and know I hear you and I can help!!! By working together, you will learn coping skills and strategies to meet your specific needs. My background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with issues such as: Anxiety, grief, self-esteem issues, confidence, symptoms of OCD, anger management, and social skills. My goal is for you to regain that feeling of happiness, self-control, inner peace, and HOPE.
I provide services for children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with personal, emotional, and or behavioral issues.
SECURE ONLINE SESSIONS PROVIDED. Life's challenges can be quite overwhelming and may leave you or a family member feeling lost and alone not knowing where to turn. Pause for a moment and know I hear you and I can help!!! By working together, you will learn coping skills and strategies to meet your specific needs. My background includes working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with issues such as: Anxiety, grief, self-esteem issues, confidence, symptoms of OCD, anger management, and social skills. My goal is for you to regain that feeling of happiness, self-control, inner peace, and HOPE.
(484) 649-6064 View (484) 649-6064
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Kimberly Polonsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW, CSC, BC-TMH, C-SSW
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426  (Online Only)
Kimberly is a licensed social worker as well as a board certified telemental health specialist. She also holds certifications in school counseling and school social work. Her goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them using modalities that are individualized to meet your needs. Kimberly's specialities include, adult and child anxiety and depression, parent/child conflict, parenting and marital struggles, divorce, substance abuse, infertility, new parent transition, college counseling as well as life adjustment. While we can’t change our past, we can always create a new future.
Kimberly is a licensed social worker as well as a board certified telemental health specialist. She also holds certifications in school counseling and school social work. Her goal is to meet clients where they are and adapt to what treatment works best for them using modalities that are individualized to meet your needs. Kimberly's specialities include, adult and child anxiety and depression, parent/child conflict, parenting and marital struggles, divorce, substance abuse, infertility, new parent transition, college counseling as well as life adjustment. While we can’t change our past, we can always create a new future.
(484) 739-8870 View (484) 739-8870
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Gail Duffy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
Gail has over 20 years’ experience working with substance use disorder (SUD) and Mental Health clients in a variety of settings including detox, inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient (IOP). She specializes in Relapse Prevention, Co-Occurring disorders and family programing. Gail is a graduate of West Chester and Eastern Universities and currently pursuing her Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Gail has experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
Gail has over 20 years’ experience working with substance use disorder (SUD) and Mental Health clients in a variety of settings including detox, inpatient, partial hospitalization, and intensive outpatient (IOP). She specializes in Relapse Prevention, Co-Occurring disorders and family programing. Gail is a graduate of West Chester and Eastern Universities and currently pursuing her Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). Gail has experience working with children, adolescents and adults.
(484) 552-4731 View (484) 552-4731
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Susan Ryan
Psychologist, BA, MA, MS, PsyD
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
If you are willing to work, your life can change. There is hope. I have worked with people on a variety of issues: depression, anxiety, trauma, cancer, panic, grief and other issues. I provide in home services for those clients diagnosed with cancer who live in a 5-mile radius of my office in Collegeville. I also offer sessions through SimplePractice which is a HIPPA compliant website for doctors.
If you are willing to work, your life can change. There is hope. I have worked with people on a variety of issues: depression, anxiety, trauma, cancer, panic, grief and other issues. I provide in home services for those clients diagnosed with cancer who live in a 5-mile radius of my office in Collegeville. I also offer sessions through SimplePractice which is a HIPPA compliant website for doctors.
(610) 572-7435 View (610) 572-7435
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Taylor Schlegel
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Collegeville, PA 19426
Are you, or a young woman or teen in your life, struggling with anxiety, college adjustments, or peer issues? These challenges can feel overwhelming, and it's not uncommon to feel lost or unsure of where to turn.
Are you, or a young woman or teen in your life, struggling with anxiety, college adjustments, or peer issues? These challenges can feel overwhelming, and it's not uncommon to feel lost or unsure of where to turn.
(484) 218-2632 View (484) 218-2632
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Erin Perveiler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
Collegeville, PA 19426
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, friends, school or other life stressors? Are emotions are more overwhelming and you don't know what to do next? Is there an increase of anxiety, anger, or other difficult emotions or behaviors? Are you looking for peace, hope, or skills? My goal is to help you work through challenges to be the best and happiest version of yourself. I can be a support person for you to help you find peace in the moment. You've made the first tough step to start the process. Take a breath and take the next step - call, email, or schedule a free consultation. You got this.
Is your child or teen struggling with anxiety, friends, school or other life stressors? Are emotions are more overwhelming and you don't know what to do next? Is there an increase of anxiety, anger, or other difficult emotions or behaviors? Are you looking for peace, hope, or skills? My goal is to help you work through challenges to be the best and happiest version of yourself. I can be a support person for you to help you find peace in the moment. You've made the first tough step to start the process. Take a breath and take the next step - call, email, or schedule a free consultation. You got this.
(484) 854-2220 View (484) 854-2220

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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.