Behavioral Issues Therapists in Milwaukee County, WI

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Katie Donohoo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MS, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Franklin, WI 53132
It can be scary as a parent when you see your child struggling with intense feelings and behavioral challenges. Reaching out for help is sometimes hard, but I’m here to make that choice easier for you. My name is Katie Donohoo and I’m a licensed child and adolescent therapist. You’ve already taken the first step in helping your child by seeking out care. Let’s start the healing process to help your child thrive and grow! I aim to provide a judgment free, validating environment where clients can feel safe to talk about feelings and life stressors, and learn new tools and coping strategies to make lasting change.
It can be scary as a parent when you see your child struggling with intense feelings and behavioral challenges. Reaching out for help is sometimes hard, but I’m here to make that choice easier for you. My name is Katie Donohoo and I’m a licensed child and adolescent therapist. You’ve already taken the first step in helping your child by seeking out care. Let’s start the healing process to help your child thrive and grow! I aim to provide a judgment free, validating environment where clients can feel safe to talk about feelings and life stressors, and learn new tools and coping strategies to make lasting change.
(262) 217-0172 View (262) 217-0172
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MKE Community Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Wauwatosa, WI 53213  (Online Only)
My focus is to provide Behavioral Health and Substance Use Recovery services to individuals struggling emotionally, physically, and socially in a Trauma Informed environment. Services provided come from a holistic approach. Sessions offered are individual therapy, re-entry support, and group therapy.
My focus is to provide Behavioral Health and Substance Use Recovery services to individuals struggling emotionally, physically, and socially in a Trauma Informed environment. Services provided come from a holistic approach. Sessions offered are individual therapy, re-entry support, and group therapy.
(414) 240-8607 View (414) 240-8607
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Shannon L Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CSAC, SAP, ICS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
Are you depressed, easily angered, or stressed out? My name is Shannon Smith with SLS Counseling Group, LLC, specializing in providing high quality behavioral and mental health services. I am a licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and I am committed to building self-esteem, improving decision making, and developing appropriate coping skills to adults in the community. I focus on individual and group therapy, which ranges from academic underachievement to substance abuse. Each individual has a trait to be resilient and the inherent capability of achieving goals.
Are you depressed, easily angered, or stressed out? My name is Shannon Smith with SLS Counseling Group, LLC, specializing in providing high quality behavioral and mental health services. I am a licensed Psychotherapist, Clinical Substance Abuse Counselor and Substance Abuse Professional (SAP), and I am committed to building self-esteem, improving decision making, and developing appropriate coping skills to adults in the community. I focus on individual and group therapy, which ranges from academic underachievement to substance abuse. Each individual has a trait to be resilient and the inherent capability of achieving goals.
(414) 376-9024 View (414) 376-9024
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Dr. John Ernst
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
West Allis, WI 53227
Ernst utilizes a friendly, straightforward approach that explores how a person's thinking can affect their emotions and behavior (cognitive-behavioral).
Dr. John Ernst has 36 years of diverse psychological experience. He treats individual adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. Dr. Ernst has extensive media experience, including live radio and television broadcasts as well as writing newspaper columns and internet blogs about psychological issues. He has numerous positive patient satisfaction endorsements which underscore his expertise as a highly effective, ethical, and professional clinician. He strives to deliver outstanding quality care to achieve real-world solutions that are effective and easy to understand and apply.
Ernst utilizes a friendly, straightforward approach that explores how a person's thinking can affect their emotions and behavior (cognitive-behavioral).
Dr. John Ernst has 36 years of diverse psychological experience. He treats individual adults, couples, families, adolescents, and children. Dr. Ernst has extensive media experience, including live radio and television broadcasts as well as writing newspaper columns and internet blogs about psychological issues. He has numerous positive patient satisfaction endorsements which underscore his expertise as a highly effective, ethical, and professional clinician. He strives to deliver outstanding quality care to achieve real-world solutions that are effective and easy to understand and apply.
(262) 233-2883 View (262) 233-2883
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Young Family Counseling, LLC
Counselor, LPC, MSCP
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202  (Online Only)
I have 8+ years in individual and group work with trauma, ADHD, moderate to severe behavioral issues, spectrum disorders, anger management, parent education and couples/family counseling.
While we continue to learn and adapt from changes this past year, I want provide a safe space for you and your family to take care of mental health and overall wellbeing. COVID19 has brought us to assess and evaluate our everyday lives and the things that are difficult to handle, yet completely out of our control. Whether its for your kiddo that doesn't understand whats going on, sibling fights, learning to co-exist with your partner or need time to process and grow for yourself- I am here. My person-centered approach allows you to navigate our journey within the comfort of your own setting- pets welcome to join!
I have 8+ years in individual and group work with trauma, ADHD, moderate to severe behavioral issues, spectrum disorders, anger management, parent education and couples/family counseling.
While we continue to learn and adapt from changes this past year, I want provide a safe space for you and your family to take care of mental health and overall wellbeing. COVID19 has brought us to assess and evaluate our everyday lives and the things that are difficult to handle, yet completely out of our control. Whether its for your kiddo that doesn't understand whats going on, sibling fights, learning to co-exist with your partner or need time to process and grow for yourself- I am here. My person-centered approach allows you to navigate our journey within the comfort of your own setting- pets welcome to join!
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Sarah Joy Krueger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Whitefish Bay, WI 53217
I work holistically to address complex problems with physical, social, emotional, and behavioral aspects.
Hi, I am Dr. Sarah. Are you facing a significant life transition? Maybe it is an unexpected crisis? Or, is it an all too familiar challenge? I specialize in working with adults and families using systemic and growth-oriented approaches. My practice supports physicians, therapists, and other professionals who are coping with occupational stressors and want to increase their life satisfaction. I also provide parenting support for families with children who have significant health & behavioral challenges. Finally, I provide executive coaching and clinical training to professionals developing competency with children and families.
I work holistically to address complex problems with physical, social, emotional, and behavioral aspects.
Hi, I am Dr. Sarah. Are you facing a significant life transition? Maybe it is an unexpected crisis? Or, is it an all too familiar challenge? I specialize in working with adults and families using systemic and growth-oriented approaches. My practice supports physicians, therapists, and other professionals who are coping with occupational stressors and want to increase their life satisfaction. I also provide parenting support for families with children who have significant health & behavioral challenges. Finally, I provide executive coaching and clinical training to professionals developing competency with children and families.
(414) 261-4312 View (414) 261-4312
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Brian Martinezdelacotera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53217
Brian utilizes an integrative approach with his clients, combining elements of solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and therapy to heal family-of-origin pain and trauma.
Brian is an exceptionally open, kind-hearted therapist providing emotional safety for clients to explore their concerns. With warmth and humor, he assists clients struggling with a wide range of concerns including addictions (heroin, alcohol, cocaine, marijuana, etc.), anxiety, depression, self-worth, trauma, conflicts, and family or other relationship issues. Upon resolving initial concerns, clients are offered time and a safe place to process and work towards developing strategies to maintain a stable mind and a more fulfilling life.
Brian utilizes an integrative approach with his clients, combining elements of solution-focused, cognitive behavior therapy, and therapy to heal family-of-origin pain and trauma.
Brian is an exceptionally open, kind-hearted therapist providing emotional safety for clients to explore their concerns. With warmth and humor, he assists clients struggling with a wide range of concerns including addictions (heroin, alcohol, cocaine, marijuana, etc.), anxiety, depression, self-worth, trauma, conflicts, and family or other relationship issues. Upon resolving initial concerns, clients are offered time and a safe place to process and work towards developing strategies to maintain a stable mind and a more fulfilling life.
(262) 404-4511 View (262) 404-4511
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Aimee Rovane
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53201  (Online Only)
I primarily utilize Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which is an evidence-based approach to behavior therapy that uses a parent-coaching model.
Hello! If you are a parent of a "behaviorally challenged" kiddo, then I am glad you found me! I work with parents who have tried everything and still have trouble successfully managing their children's defiant or noncompliant behavior. My clients display aggression, tantrums, impulsivity, social skills difficulties, anxiety, and everything in between. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and solutions-oriented style to help parents navigate these challenges.
I primarily utilize Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which is an evidence-based approach to behavior therapy that uses a parent-coaching model.
Hello! If you are a parent of a "behaviorally challenged" kiddo, then I am glad you found me! I work with parents who have tried everything and still have trouble successfully managing their children's defiant or noncompliant behavior. My clients display aggression, tantrums, impulsivity, social skills difficulties, anxiety, and everything in between. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and solutions-oriented style to help parents navigate these challenges.
(224) 279-6467 View (224) 279-6467
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Tolu Osemwegie
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53224
I have extensive successful counseling and coaching experiences with individuals around trauma, grief, career and life direction, spiritual development, disabilities, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, identity and behavior disorders.
Has life events left you wounded and confused? Do you feel hopeless and alone? Are you grieving the loss of someone or something? Do you crave freedom from negative thinking and dysfunctional behaviors? Do you seek true spiritual direction? Do you need someone to really listen to, understand, and support you? If you answer yes to any of these questions or have more questions, then we should talk. In a supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth they want.
I have extensive successful counseling and coaching experiences with individuals around trauma, grief, career and life direction, spiritual development, disabilities, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, identity and behavior disorders.
Has life events left you wounded and confused? Do you feel hopeless and alone? Are you grieving the loss of someone or something? Do you crave freedom from negative thinking and dysfunctional behaviors? Do you seek true spiritual direction? Do you need someone to really listen to, understand, and support you? If you answer yes to any of these questions or have more questions, then we should talk. In a supportive atmosphere, I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client's individual needs to help attain the personal growth they want.
(414) 422-8957 View (414) 422-8957
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Tiffany Halbur
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53210
I currently hold an LPC in the state of Wisconsin and have completed a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) course that I utilize with clients who request or benefit from these skills.
While I work with clients of all ages and needs, I spend a lot of time working with teenagers and young adults with depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. I enjoy providing a safe space for clients of this age range to develop coping skills, discuss identity and self-esteem and address life changes and transitions. I enjoy assisting clients through past and present struggles and bringing both of these together to reach client goals. I believe that it can be difficult to work on the past if there are present day struggles taking precedent and help clients address immediate stressors or symptoms first.
I currently hold an LPC in the state of Wisconsin and have completed a Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) course that I utilize with clients who request or benefit from these skills.
While I work with clients of all ages and needs, I spend a lot of time working with teenagers and young adults with depression, anxiety, and adjustment disorders. I enjoy providing a safe space for clients of this age range to develop coping skills, discuss identity and self-esteem and address life changes and transitions. I enjoy assisting clients through past and present struggles and bringing both of these together to reach client goals. I believe that it can be difficult to work on the past if there are present day struggles taking precedent and help clients address immediate stressors or symptoms first.
(414) 251-2094 View (414) 251-2094
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Becca Zimmermann
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Glendale, WI 53217
Some of the modalities I utilize come from Cognitive Behavioral techniques, relaxation, and mindfulness.
Have you ever thought about wanting to be more fulfilled and satisfied in your life, but don't believe you are capable of this? This can leave you feeling alone and stuck. Sometimes it can be easy to go through the same motions, while simultaneously wanting something more. I want to help you become empowered and recognize the ability within yourself to work on the areas in which you may be feeling defeated. I strive to guide you towards your identified goals by gaining greater insight, discovering the impact of your past on your present functioning, and developing the ability to be gentle and patient with yourself throughout.
Some of the modalities I utilize come from Cognitive Behavioral techniques, relaxation, and mindfulness.
Have you ever thought about wanting to be more fulfilled and satisfied in your life, but don't believe you are capable of this? This can leave you feeling alone and stuck. Sometimes it can be easy to go through the same motions, while simultaneously wanting something more. I want to help you become empowered and recognize the ability within yourself to work on the areas in which you may be feeling defeated. I strive to guide you towards your identified goals by gaining greater insight, discovering the impact of your past on your present functioning, and developing the ability to be gentle and patient with yourself throughout.
(414) 316-6815 View (414) 316-6815
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Jennifer Stagg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53210
I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Dialectical Behavioral therapy with most of my clients.
In my 15+ years of clinical practice I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with a variety of mental health challenges. I have given special focus to adolescents and young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem, and self-identity issues. I am always learning in order to increase my specialized focus on concerns related to anxiety, adoption and emerging adulthood. I enjoy working with the 10-25 year old age group but throughout my years of private practice I have worked with children as young as 5 and adults as young as 65. I hope to help clients find satisfaction in life.
I utilize a combination of Cognitive Behavioral therapy and Dialectical Behavioral therapy with most of my clients.
In my 15+ years of clinical practice I have worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families struggling with a variety of mental health challenges. I have given special focus to adolescents and young adults dealing with anxiety, depression, self-harm, self-esteem, and self-identity issues. I am always learning in order to increase my specialized focus on concerns related to anxiety, adoption and emerging adulthood. I enjoy working with the 10-25 year old age group but throughout my years of private practice I have worked with children as young as 5 and adults as young as 65. I hope to help clients find satisfaction in life.
(414) 455-5978 View (414) 455-5978
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Lori Freeman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202  (Online Only)
My goal is to get to know my clients and help them acknowledge patterns of behavior that may have helped the cope at the time but can be shifted to help you lead a more fulfilling life.
Does past or current trauma interfere with living your best life? Do you feel like others don't understand the impact your experiences have on your day to day life because there is a cultural, racial, or religious gaps? Are you looking for assistance supporting others in your life who have experienced trauma? Trauma can be defined by any event that was scary or stressful. It can be a solitary event or continuous over a period of time, and it is individual to the person experiencing it.
My goal is to get to know my clients and help them acknowledge patterns of behavior that may have helped the cope at the time but can be shifted to help you lead a more fulfilling life.
Does past or current trauma interfere with living your best life? Do you feel like others don't understand the impact your experiences have on your day to day life because there is a cultural, racial, or religious gaps? Are you looking for assistance supporting others in your life who have experienced trauma? Trauma can be defined by any event that was scary or stressful. It can be a solitary event or continuous over a period of time, and it is individual to the person experiencing it.
(414) 296-6525 View (414) 296-6525
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Alexander Waites
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, MDiv, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenfield, WI 53220
After examining “What’s really going on here?” we will explore ways to adjust how you move within that system, and how those changes could impact your relationships, feelings, behavior, and mindset.
Does it seem like the same old struggles keep coming up? Do many of your relationships bring you more stress than joy? Is your family life tumultuous, or your child just not acting right? Do you want to change how you move in your world, but can’t figure out how? That’s where I come in! Often a fresh set of eyes can be just what we need to find our way forward, and a compassionate listener or a challenging conversation can help us move toward greater health.
After examining “What’s really going on here?” we will explore ways to adjust how you move within that system, and how those changes could impact your relationships, feelings, behavior, and mindset.
Does it seem like the same old struggles keep coming up? Do many of your relationships bring you more stress than joy? Is your family life tumultuous, or your child just not acting right? Do you want to change how you move in your world, but can’t figure out how? That’s where I come in! Often a fresh set of eyes can be just what we need to find our way forward, and a compassionate listener or a challenging conversation can help us move toward greater health.
(414) 895-6925 View (414) 895-6925
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Juley A Glaman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Greenfield, WI 53220
I utilize CBT, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused/Brief Therapy, elements of DBT, Guided Imagery, Stress Management, Relaxation Techniques, Anger Management, Impulse Control and Thinking Distortions.
I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve positive changes in their lives. I work with ages 12 and older, individuals and couples. Offering a friendly, positive and humorous outlook,together we will build the skills needed to manage everyday problems to more chronic mental illness. I specialize in empowering my clients to work toward achievable goals. My belief is that there are too many people in the world who will point out when you are "doing things wrong", I am not that person...I will positively reframe the negative and point out the positive.
I utilize CBT, Behavior Modification, Solution Focused/Brief Therapy, elements of DBT, Guided Imagery, Stress Management, Relaxation Techniques, Anger Management, Impulse Control and Thinking Distortions.
I am dedicated to helping my clients achieve positive changes in their lives. I work with ages 12 and older, individuals and couples. Offering a friendly, positive and humorous outlook,together we will build the skills needed to manage everyday problems to more chronic mental illness. I specialize in empowering my clients to work toward achievable goals. My belief is that there are too many people in the world who will point out when you are "doing things wrong", I am not that person...I will positively reframe the negative and point out the positive.
(414) 269-6418 View (414) 269-6418
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Sara Goetz - Integrative Wellness And Nutrition Certified Therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53211
Over the past 12 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples in a variety of capacities; at a hospital, clinic, community behavioral health organization, and within school settings. I went to graduate school to specifically study how each aspect of our system plays a part in our overall mental and physical health. I’m also certified in Integrative Wellness and Nutrition for Mental Health as well as Addiction Counseling. Feeling better requires changes within your entire system. One’s system might include family, friends, work, exercise, nutrition, school, social activities, alone time, running errands, chores, etc.
Over the past 12 years, I have worked with individuals, families, and couples in a variety of capacities; at a hospital, clinic, community behavioral health organization, and within school settings. I went to graduate school to specifically study how each aspect of our system plays a part in our overall mental and physical health. I’m also certified in Integrative Wellness and Nutrition for Mental Health as well as Addiction Counseling. Feeling better requires changes within your entire system. One’s system might include family, friends, work, exercise, nutrition, school, social activities, alone time, running errands, chores, etc.
(262) 492-1090 View (262) 492-1090
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Shalonda LeFlore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shorewood, WI 53211
I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with behavioral and emotional management due to anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, work/life stress, and general life transitions, using an eclectic mix of therapeutic techniques.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a passion for working with children and adults. I have worked with youth, adults and families in some capacity for the past 26 years. I pursued my professional license, so that I can use my knowledge and skills to support individuals to improve the quality of their lives.
I specialize in working with individuals who struggle with behavioral and emotional management due to anxiety, depression, grief, trauma, work/life stress, and general life transitions, using an eclectic mix of therapeutic techniques.
I am a licensed psychotherapist with a passion for working with children and adults. I have worked with youth, adults and families in some capacity for the past 26 years. I pursued my professional license, so that I can use my knowledge and skills to support individuals to improve the quality of their lives.
(414) 251-1037 View (414) 251-1037
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Aziza Daher
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.
Zena Counseling Center provides an accepting and nurturing environment that emphasizes psychological reconstruction, behavioral reformation and spiritual elevation. This allows our clients to feel comfortable exploring their goals and unique strengths in order to empower them in making meaningful live changes. Our counseling center utilizes a holistic integrative approach that acknowledges the historical experience of each individual. We also focus on reaching out to both mainstream and multi-cultural clientele.
(414) 501-7032 View (414) 501-7032
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Patrick Engle
Counselor, LPC-IT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Greenfield, WI 53220
We will work together to address problems related to communication, parenting skills, behavior management and can address concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, autism, and more with children, families, and adults.
Embarking on the journey of therapy is a significant and sometimes challenging decision. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or any other difficult thoughts or feelings, I am here to help. My goal is to provide a healing and nurturing environment where you can feel understood and supported. I can help you find the tools you need to manage your emotions, while also providing you with the guidance needed to find comfort and balance in your life.
We will work together to address problems related to communication, parenting skills, behavior management and can address concerns related to anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, OCD, autism, and more with children, families, and adults.
Embarking on the journey of therapy is a significant and sometimes challenging decision. If you're struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma or any other difficult thoughts or feelings, I am here to help. My goal is to provide a healing and nurturing environment where you can feel understood and supported. I can help you find the tools you need to manage your emotions, while also providing you with the guidance needed to find comfort and balance in your life.
(414) 409-5974 View (414) 409-5974
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Kate Valente
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53202
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult life transitions, PTSD, ADHD, and behavioral issues.
Are you struggling to feel connected to yourself or others right now? Perhaps you’re exploring or questioning identity, sexuality, or gender? Are you a parent who has a child that may be struggling with their own mental health, “big feelings”, or behaviors? I specialize in working with kids (6 years and up) & teens, young adults (18-30), and the LGBTQ+ community.
I have experience working with anxiety, depression, trauma, difficult life transitions, PTSD, ADHD, and behavioral issues.
Are you struggling to feel connected to yourself or others right now? Perhaps you’re exploring or questioning identity, sexuality, or gender? Are you a parent who has a child that may be struggling with their own mental health, “big feelings”, or behaviors? I specialize in working with kids (6 years and up) & teens, young adults (18-30), and the LGBTQ+ community.
(414) 420-1632 View (414) 420-1632

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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.