Behavioral Issues Therapists in San Diego, CA
"Are you ready for a NEW relationship with your thoughts and feelings?" Creating a new awareness of self in relationship to the world around you increases your ability to maintain focus and direction. Developing new relationships with your thoughts & feelings is what Mindfulness-Based therapy is about. As a licensed therapist, I use Mindfulness-based counseling processes to assist people in coping with the struggles of daily life. I have an integrative approach to counseling, focusing on your needs and concerns. I look forward to assisting you to discover more about you!
"Are you ready for a NEW relationship with your thoughts and feelings?" Creating a new awareness of self in relationship to the world around you increases your ability to maintain focus and direction. Developing new relationships with your thoughts & feelings is what Mindfulness-Based therapy is about. As a licensed therapist, I use Mindfulness-based counseling processes to assist people in coping with the struggles of daily life. I have an integrative approach to counseling, focusing on your needs and concerns. I look forward to assisting you to discover more about you!
I specialize in issues surrounding life adjustments, depression and anxiety, school/sports performance, domestic violence, intrapersonal relationships in families, developmental disabilities, mindfulness, and behavior modification.
Are you looking to increase your healing and well-being? It is common for our instincts to lead us to stay away from uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we may feel depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or plain tired from issues that arise that we may not be able to solve on our own, and that is ok! Whether you have a short-term goal that can be reached in a few weeks or a long-term goal that can be reached in a few years, we will work together step by step to break down barriers and set you up for success on a daily basis.
I specialize in issues surrounding life adjustments, depression and anxiety, school/sports performance, domestic violence, intrapersonal relationships in families, developmental disabilities, mindfulness, and behavior modification.
Are you looking to increase your healing and well-being? It is common for our instincts to lead us to stay away from uncomfortable thoughts and feelings. Sometimes we may feel depressed, anxious, overwhelmed, or plain tired from issues that arise that we may not be able to solve on our own, and that is ok! Whether you have a short-term goal that can be reached in a few weeks or a long-term goal that can be reached in a few years, we will work together step by step to break down barriers and set you up for success on a daily basis.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist focused on enhancing the quality of life for families and individuals through collaborative and compassionate counseling. I love working with children, families, and individuals, guiding them through challenging times. I believe that providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals will help them to gain insight to help promote the positive change in life that they are seeking. I specialize in domestic violence, sexually abused children, children and adults dealing with trauma, parenting challenges, self-esteem issues, life transitions, emotion regulation, anxiety, and depression.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist focused on enhancing the quality of life for families and individuals through collaborative and compassionate counseling. I love working with children, families, and individuals, guiding them through challenging times. I believe that providing a safe and supportive environment for individuals will help them to gain insight to help promote the positive change in life that they are seeking. I specialize in domestic violence, sexually abused children, children and adults dealing with trauma, parenting challenges, self-esteem issues, life transitions, emotion regulation, anxiety, and depression.
These changes can involve assisting parents in altering the problematic behavior of their children, coaching to achieve life goals, or overcoming troublesome habits.
I have additional training in the areas of autism, childhood behavior issues, and preschoolers. In addition to my clinical work, I am a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator (CPDPE), and teach parenting courses in the community. I have taught Early Childhood Mental Health Classes at SDSU.
These changes can involve assisting parents in altering the problematic behavior of their children, coaching to achieve life goals, or overcoming troublesome habits.
I have additional training in the areas of autism, childhood behavior issues, and preschoolers. In addition to my clinical work, I am a Certified Positive Discipline Parent Educator (CPDPE), and teach parenting courses in the community. I have taught Early Childhood Mental Health Classes at SDSU.
ADHD and other behavioral/learning disability evaluations are not covered by insurance.
If you're reading this, you're likely worried about your son — maybe he's struggling to focus, manage big emotions, or keep up with daily routines. Parenting a neurodivergent teen can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying your best and still not seeing progress. You're not alone, and your family doesn't have to go through this without support. I offer a calm, judgment-free space where movement, creativity, and connection (without pressure) help teens feel safe enough to grow. If you're ready to take the first step towards support that meets your son where he is, reach out. I'd be honored to walk alongside your family.
ADHD and other behavioral/learning disability evaluations are not covered by insurance.
If you're reading this, you're likely worried about your son — maybe he's struggling to focus, manage big emotions, or keep up with daily routines. Parenting a neurodivergent teen can feel overwhelming, especially when you're trying your best and still not seeing progress. You're not alone, and your family doesn't have to go through this without support. I offer a calm, judgment-free space where movement, creativity, and connection (without pressure) help teens feel safe enough to grow. If you're ready to take the first step towards support that meets your son where he is, reach out. I'd be honored to walk alongside your family.
These have included psychological challenges such as depression and anxiety, as well as behavioral challenges such as adopting and maintaining healthy behaviors and a healthy lifestyle.
As a result, whether I’m helping individuals with issues related to personal or work relationships, or helping people develop skills related to self-control, I’ve found that helping my clients be less self-judgmental is key.
These have included psychological challenges such as depression and anxiety, as well as behavioral challenges such as adopting and maintaining healthy behaviors and a healthy lifestyle.
As a result, whether I’m helping individuals with issues related to personal or work relationships, or helping people develop skills related to self-control, I’ve found that helping my clients be less self-judgmental is key.
I have been trained in psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dilaectial behavior therapy.
I have extensive experience working with people who have had experienced truama and have been trained in EMDR. I also have training in Dialectial Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and families.
I have been trained in psychodynamic therapy, family therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy and dilaectial behavior therapy.
I have extensive experience working with people who have had experienced truama and have been trained in EMDR. I also have training in Dialectial Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and families.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I have been in the field of mental health with a focus on complex trauma and substance use since 2013. When partnering with someone in therapy, my focus is relearning to care for our wounded parts with love and empathy. My clinical experience is broad; most recently my work has been with intergenerational trauma, managing emotional flooding, attachment, and creating a culturally compassionate space for Native folks.
As a licensed clinical social worker, I have been in the field of mental health with a focus on complex trauma and substance use since 2013. When partnering with someone in therapy, my focus is relearning to care for our wounded parts with love and empathy. My clinical experience is broad; most recently my work has been with intergenerational trauma, managing emotional flooding, attachment, and creating a culturally compassionate space for Native folks.
From there I can help you understand your own behavior, and the behavior of others.
Perhaps you feel pressure from other people's expectations and demands. Maybe it's hard to tell what other people expect of you.
From there I can help you understand your own behavior, and the behavior of others.
Perhaps you feel pressure from other people's expectations and demands. Maybe it's hard to tell what other people expect of you.
DBT for Children -Personal Evolution Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
San Diego, CA 92108
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you and your child would likely benefit from DBT-C - Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Children.
PEP's DBT-C Outpatient Program is approximately 6 mo. long, and consists of 1 individual session with your child and 1 parent session per week. Each session includes DBT skills training and you have access to 24 hour phone coaching.
If you answered yes to any of these questions, you and your child would likely benefit from DBT-C - Dialectical Behavior Therapy for Children.
PEP's DBT-C Outpatient Program is approximately 6 mo. long, and consists of 1 individual session with your child and 1 parent session per week. Each session includes DBT skills training and you have access to 24 hour phone coaching.
Grow Through Life Counseling Mission Valley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
3 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
We are in-network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna / Evernorth, Health Net, Magellan, Medicare, Multiplan, Optum, TRICARE, United Healthcare (UHC/UBH), and CHAMPVA, as well as Scripps and Sharp.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Mission Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during the various stages of life to be healthier.
We are in-network with Aetna, Anthem Blue Cross, Blue Shield, Carelon Behavioral Health, Cigna / Evernorth, Health Net, Magellan, Medicare, Multiplan, Optum, TRICARE, United Healthcare (UHC/UBH), and CHAMPVA, as well as Scripps and Sharp.
Hello and welcome! Grow Through Life Counseling is a group private practice welcoming both in person clients in Mission Valley, CA and via Telehealth in CA. We have immediate openings and are accepting new clients. Our Mission is to provide quality counseling for all ages throughout life. We provide culturally sensitive and inclusive care for all children, teens, adults, couples and families. We respect each family member's unique identities, perspectives and experiences in life. With effective and creative psychotherapeutic interventions, we support emotional growth and development during the various stages of life to be healthier.
Gather Your Strength Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92108
As a Geek Therapist through Geek Therapeutics, I utilize Geek Therapy techniques alongside with Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Welcome, my name is Michael Garrett. I work with youth, adults, families, and couples who are challenged by everyday life stressors. As a Geek therapist, I am use the psychology of geek culture in order to better ourselves and avoid unwanted behaviors. Do you find yourself feeling extremely sad, lonely, or have difficulty getting out of bed? Do you feel so anxious that it is difficult to get through each day? Perhaps you or even someone you know is struggling with finding a balance between video games and life. If any of this sounds familiar to you, I’m here to help.
As a Geek Therapist through Geek Therapeutics, I utilize Geek Therapy techniques alongside with Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Welcome, my name is Michael Garrett. I work with youth, adults, families, and couples who are challenged by everyday life stressors. As a Geek therapist, I am use the psychology of geek culture in order to better ourselves and avoid unwanted behaviors. Do you find yourself feeling extremely sad, lonely, or have difficulty getting out of bed? Do you feel so anxious that it is difficult to get through each day? Perhaps you or even someone you know is struggling with finding a balance between video games and life. If any of this sounds familiar to you, I’m here to help.
Do you ever wonder, "how did I get here"? We all experience seasons in our life of feeling stuck, which can often breed hopelessness. Many of us take on codependent patterns characterized by people-pleasing, shame, anxiety, depression, and feelings of worthlessness. This can feel scary and confusing, keeping us in our 'stuckness'. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples struggling with these challenges and hardships, often inherited through long-standing relationships with narcissistic personalities.
Do you ever wonder, "how did I get here"? We all experience seasons in our life of feeling stuck, which can often breed hopelessness. Many of us take on codependent patterns characterized by people-pleasing, shame, anxiety, depression, and feelings of worthlessness. This can feel scary and confusing, keeping us in our 'stuckness'. I am passionate about working with individuals and couples struggling with these challenges and hardships, often inherited through long-standing relationships with narcissistic personalities.
My approach is play therapy, ERP, cognitive- behavioral, and reflective therapies that promote adaptive coping.
My work with children is play-based, incorporating art, storytelling, and dramatic play as tools to help them identify and manage their emotions in a supportive environment. Therapy is not just about addressing difficulties—it’s about empowering children with the skills they need to thrive. I am trained in play therapy , CBT and ERP.
My approach is play therapy, ERP, cognitive- behavioral, and reflective therapies that promote adaptive coping.
My work with children is play-based, incorporating art, storytelling, and dramatic play as tools to help them identify and manage their emotions in a supportive environment. Therapy is not just about addressing difficulties—it’s about empowering children with the skills they need to thrive. I am trained in play therapy , CBT and ERP.
I work with parents of children ages 0-6 who are facing behavior challenges.
In our initial sessions, we’ll work together to better understand how to help your child, providing clarity and support. We’ll identify clinical impressions and create a personalized plan to move forward. My approach is unique in addressing behavior through a relational lens, considering both the parent-child connection and your child’s developmental needs.
I work with parents of children ages 0-6 who are facing behavior challenges.
In our initial sessions, we’ll work together to better understand how to help your child, providing clarity and support. We’ll identify clinical impressions and create a personalized plan to move forward. My approach is unique in addressing behavior through a relational lens, considering both the parent-child connection and your child’s developmental needs.
Specifically, I focus on treating trauma and am a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist.
As a parent of a toddler, I also wrestle with the highs and lows of raising a strong child. Daily I refer back to my PCIT skills, based in decades of behavioral research, to provide positive praise, clear directions, and firm boundaries. I aim to provide parents in similar situations with evidence-based methods to enhance the parent-child relationship.
Specifically, I focus on treating trauma and am a certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapy (TF-CBT) therapist.
As a parent of a toddler, I also wrestle with the highs and lows of raising a strong child. Daily I refer back to my PCIT skills, based in decades of behavioral research, to provide positive praise, clear directions, and firm boundaries. I aim to provide parents in similar situations with evidence-based methods to enhance the parent-child relationship.
My name is Monique and I am grateful to have the opportunity to work alongside you on this journey called life! I have a passion for people and seeing individuals fight to be their best self.
My name is Monique and I am grateful to have the opportunity to work alongside you on this journey called life! I have a passion for people and seeing individuals fight to be their best self.
When you are worried that your child is not at their best and may be suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety or behavioral problems, it can be difficult to know what to do.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing psychotherapy and counseling services to children and families. I have 15 years of experience working with children and families in social service settings. I offer Play Therapy services to children 3-12 years old, while including parents in treatment to ensure the best outcomes for their children.
When you are worried that your child is not at their best and may be suffering from symptoms of depression, anxiety or behavioral problems, it can be difficult to know what to do.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker providing psychotherapy and counseling services to children and families. I have 15 years of experience working with children and families in social service settings. I offer Play Therapy services to children 3-12 years old, while including parents in treatment to ensure the best outcomes for their children.
Many of the moms I work with are thoughtful and deeply committed to their children, but feel overwhelmed by behavior challenges, anxiety, or possible ADHD.
My work is informed by PCIT, an evidence based approach for children ages 2–7 that strengthens connection while improving behavior. I also offer individual sessions for moms with a parenting focus, where EMDR may be integrated, and joint support sessions to help caregivers align around practical strategies. I provide services online throughout California.
Many of the moms I work with are thoughtful and deeply committed to their children, but feel overwhelmed by behavior challenges, anxiety, or possible ADHD.
My work is informed by PCIT, an evidence based approach for children ages 2–7 that strengthens connection while improving behavior. I also offer individual sessions for moms with a parenting focus, where EMDR may be integrated, and joint support sessions to help caregivers align around practical strategies. I provide services online throughout California.
Her main focus is on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
Dr. Iris Rayo De Seliktar is a California based psychologist with 15 years of experience in Clinical Psychology. She completed her graduation in 2009. Dr. Iris Rayo De Seliktar is PH.D. in Clinical Psychology.
Her main focus is on diagnosing and treating mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders.
Dr. Iris Rayo De Seliktar is a California based psychologist with 15 years of experience in Clinical Psychology. She completed her graduation in 2009. Dr. Iris Rayo De Seliktar is PH.D. in Clinical Psychology.
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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.