Behavioral Issues Therapists in San Jose, CA
Break free from the grip of alcohol use and emotional distress. You do not have to carry shame, guilt, or regret alone. Many people function on the outside while struggling inside. Anxiety, depression, strained relationships, and unhealthy coping patterns. Over time, these patterns drain energy and hope.
Our work focuses on helping you take your life back. Together, we face difficult moments with honesty and empathy. Learn emotional invisibility & build skills to manage emotional triggers, negative thinking & self-defeating behaviors. You gain tools to improve communication skills, pitch, tone, volume & pause.
Break free from the grip of alcohol use and emotional distress. You do not have to carry shame, guilt, or regret alone. Many people function on the outside while struggling inside. Anxiety, depression, strained relationships, and unhealthy coping patterns. Over time, these patterns drain energy and hope.
Our work focuses on helping you take your life back. Together, we face difficult moments with honesty and empathy. Learn emotional invisibility & build skills to manage emotional triggers, negative thinking & self-defeating behaviors. You gain tools to improve communication skills, pitch, tone, volume & pause.
Trust Mental Health offers therapy and coaching to Children, Teens, Adults, Couples and Families. Our approach is warm, positive and strength-based facilitation of carving out a route of self-exploration and growth. Our team specialize in CBT, DBT, Trauma-focused CBT as well as Psychodynamic approach.
Trust Mental Health offers therapy and coaching to Children, Teens, Adults, Couples and Families. Our approach is warm, positive and strength-based facilitation of carving out a route of self-exploration and growth. Our team specialize in CBT, DBT, Trauma-focused CBT as well as Psychodynamic approach.
I work with young children and their caregivers to navigate big emotions, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
My areas of specialty include early childhood mental health (ages 0–5), emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, anxiety, and supporting families through transitions such as divorce, separation, and co-parenting. I draw from trauma-informed, attachment and strength-based approaches to support meaningful, lasting change for children and their families.
I work with young children and their caregivers to navigate big emotions, behavioral challenges, and family transitions.
My areas of specialty include early childhood mental health (ages 0–5), emotional regulation, behavioral challenges, anxiety, and supporting families through transitions such as divorce, separation, and co-parenting. I draw from trauma-informed, attachment and strength-based approaches to support meaningful, lasting change for children and their families.
Michele Brister
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, PPSC
3 Endorsed
San Jose, CA 95128
I'm Michele, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to supporting school-aged children and adolescents through individual and group counseling. My passion is helping young people develop coping skills, positive attitudes, and meaningful experiences that empower them to thrive in social, educational, and home environments. With a focus on fostering self-esteem, managing anxiety, addressing ADHD, and enhancing social skills, I bring a personalized and holistic approach to my practice, guiding each child toward a happy, healthy, and productive life.
I'm Michele, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor dedicated to supporting school-aged children and adolescents through individual and group counseling. My passion is helping young people develop coping skills, positive attitudes, and meaningful experiences that empower them to thrive in social, educational, and home environments. With a focus on fostering self-esteem, managing anxiety, addressing ADHD, and enhancing social skills, I bring a personalized and holistic approach to my practice, guiding each child toward a happy, healthy, and productive life.
I use an evidence-based approach with a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy to help you with the concern and develop a solution.
You feel stuck in the same cycle. Stress rises. Conflict grows. Anxiety takes control. The issue sits deeper than motivation. Many people never learned evidence-based skills for regulating their emotional state. Without these skills, impulsive reactions damage trust. Communication breaks down. Boundaries weaken. Counseling builds practical tools so you can regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and communicate with clarity.
I use an evidence-based approach with a strong foundation in cognitive behavioral therapy to help you with the concern and develop a solution.
You feel stuck in the same cycle. Stress rises. Conflict grows. Anxiety takes control. The issue sits deeper than motivation. Many people never learned evidence-based skills for regulating their emotional state. Without these skills, impulsive reactions damage trust. Communication breaks down. Boundaries weaken. Counseling builds practical tools so you can regulate emotions, rebuild trust, and communicate with clarity.
I have experience treating complex trauma, anxiety, childhood behavior challenges, depression, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
If you are living with anxiety, trauma symptoms, or ruminating obsessive thoughts, it can feel exhausting - leaving you feeling stuck in cycles difficult to break. For individuals, the impact can ripple into work, relationships, and home life. And parents of sensitive or behaviorally challenged children can notice overwhelm both for themselves and the family system as a whole.
My goal is to make our work together feel like more than just an appointment; it can be a safe space to learn, grow, and breathe out. I work collaboratively, blending compassion with practical strategies to navigate both individual and relational challenges.
I have experience treating complex trauma, anxiety, childhood behavior challenges, depression, PTSD, OCD, and ADHD.
If you are living with anxiety, trauma symptoms, or ruminating obsessive thoughts, it can feel exhausting - leaving you feeling stuck in cycles difficult to break. For individuals, the impact can ripple into work, relationships, and home life. And parents of sensitive or behaviorally challenged children can notice overwhelm both for themselves and the family system as a whole.
My goal is to make our work together feel like more than just an appointment; it can be a safe space to learn, grow, and breathe out. I work collaboratively, blending compassion with practical strategies to navigate both individual and relational challenges.
Living in today's fast-paced world is no easy feat. You may be feeling overwhelmed - whether you're struggling with work or school stress, family challenges, life transitions, health challenges, parenting, constant to-do lists or simply trying to find your place in the world.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families, with a strong foundation in supporting young people and their caregivers. I offer a space to slow down, explore what’s coming up, and feel understood. Through attunement and curiosity, I help you or your family navigate challenges and move toward a life aligned with your goals and values.
Living in today's fast-paced world is no easy feat. You may be feeling overwhelmed - whether you're struggling with work or school stress, family challenges, life transitions, health challenges, parenting, constant to-do lists or simply trying to find your place in the world.
I work with children, teens, adults, and families, with a strong foundation in supporting young people and their caregivers. I offer a space to slow down, explore what’s coming up, and feel understood. Through attunement and curiosity, I help you or your family navigate challenges and move toward a life aligned with your goals and values.
If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, mood difficulties, procrastination, emotion dysregulation, or behavioral challenges, therapy can help you build practical tools and gain a deeper self-understanding that provides real and lasting change.
I love working with children, parents, teens, and adults. I encourage short-term therapy and rapid recovery. I draw from a variety of treatment approaches (TEAM-CBT, DBT, Assertiveness Training, ERP, IFS and more) to set clear and maintainable goals. With active and collaborative work, we can make measurable progress toward the outcomes that you desire.
If you or your child is struggling with anxiety, mood difficulties, procrastination, emotion dysregulation, or behavioral challenges, therapy can help you build practical tools and gain a deeper self-understanding that provides real and lasting change.
I love working with children, parents, teens, and adults. I encourage short-term therapy and rapid recovery. I draw from a variety of treatment approaches (TEAM-CBT, DBT, Assertiveness Training, ERP, IFS and more) to set clear and maintainable goals. With active and collaborative work, we can make measurable progress toward the outcomes that you desire.
I work with children and teens experiencing anxiety, emotional or behavioral challenges, life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief, and more.
My therapy room is intentionally designed with carefully selected toys, art supplies, and expressive materials that allow children to communicate and work through challenges in developmentally appropriate ways. Through this process, children build emotional insight, self-regulation, confidence, and coping skills.
I work with children and teens experiencing anxiety, emotional or behavioral challenges, life transitions, relationship difficulties, grief, and more.
My therapy room is intentionally designed with carefully selected toys, art supplies, and expressive materials that allow children to communicate and work through challenges in developmentally appropriate ways. Through this process, children build emotional insight, self-regulation, confidence, and coping skills.
Are you looking for someone to work with you and your family to optimize you, your child, or family's strengths? Are the pressures of school, relationships, work, or society impacting you or your child's ability to feel happy and fulfilled? If so, I am available to work with you to develop wellness strategies to promote health and well-being. Whether you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, medical concerns, or academic struggles, working with a trained professional is a way to find support & understand you/your child's needs better.
Are you looking for someone to work with you and your family to optimize you, your child, or family's strengths? Are the pressures of school, relationships, work, or society impacting you or your child's ability to feel happy and fulfilled? If so, I am available to work with you to develop wellness strategies to promote health and well-being. Whether you or your child are struggling with depression, anxiety, emotion dysregulation, medical concerns, or academic struggles, working with a trained professional is a way to find support & understand you/your child's needs better.
I use a variety of different therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialetical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems and strength-based therapy.
Is your child struggling at school, home, in the community or with social or family relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated trying to help them? Childhood can be difficult and struggling with your mental health can make it even more so. Therapy can help. I specialize in working with children/teens/young adults (and their parents) who are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, low self-esteem, school avoidance and emotional dysregulation. Developing effective coping strategies and skills to manage these struggles can help you to develop a more positive outlook and reach your potential.
I use a variety of different therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialetical Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems and strength-based therapy.
Is your child struggling at school, home, in the community or with social or family relationships? Are you feeling overwhelmed and frustrated trying to help them? Childhood can be difficult and struggling with your mental health can make it even more so. Therapy can help. I specialize in working with children/teens/young adults (and their parents) who are experiencing anxiety, depression, self-harm, low self-esteem, school avoidance and emotional dysregulation. Developing effective coping strategies and skills to manage these struggles can help you to develop a more positive outlook and reach your potential.
By using proven therapy methods (We are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specialists) we will focus on specific problems, solutions, and reachable goals.
Our counselors not only provide the support, guidance, and expertise needed for your improvement, but we also use evidenced based techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy to promote rapid change. We will connect you with the best counselor for your situation and put you on the right track from the start.
By using proven therapy methods (We are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy specialists) we will focus on specific problems, solutions, and reachable goals.
Our counselors not only provide the support, guidance, and expertise needed for your improvement, but we also use evidenced based techniques and cognitive behavioral therapy to promote rapid change. We will connect you with the best counselor for your situation and put you on the right track from the start.
I utilize brief solution-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), client-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing to accommodate my clients' needs.
I try to be a good listener. I try to help my clients be relaxed and not anxious about getting therapy. I tend to use a conversational style of communicating.
I utilize brief solution-focused therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), client-centered therapy, and motivational interviewing to accommodate my clients' needs.
I try to be a good listener. I try to help my clients be relaxed and not anxious about getting therapy. I tend to use a conversational style of communicating.
In the field over twenty five years, I offer an empathetic and compassionate approach. Life can test us from time to time and we all need some support. My passion is working with adolescents, adults, couples, children of divorce and those looking to adopt. I can, also, support you through a life transition which can bring up lots of confusing emotions, including depression and anxiety.
In the field over twenty five years, I offer an empathetic and compassionate approach. Life can test us from time to time and we all need some support. My passion is working with adolescents, adults, couples, children of divorce and those looking to adopt. I can, also, support you through a life transition which can bring up lots of confusing emotions, including depression and anxiety.
I have experience providing support to individuals with depression, anxiety, and anger management issues, trauma and trauma recovery, crisis intervention, processing previous and recent sexual assault or sexual abuse, and emotional/ behavioral issues.
I utilize a variety of components from the following therapies and theories: Cognitive- behavioral, systems perspective, solution-focused, and trauma-focused and trauma-informed care.
I have experience providing support to individuals with depression, anxiety, and anger management issues, trauma and trauma recovery, crisis intervention, processing previous and recent sexual assault or sexual abuse, and emotional/ behavioral issues.
I utilize a variety of components from the following therapies and theories: Cognitive- behavioral, systems perspective, solution-focused, and trauma-focused and trauma-informed care.
In sessions, we will utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused CBT to support your child in reducing negative or anxious thoughts and related behaviors.
Growing up is hard and sometimes tough to navigate, for kids and parents! Between early childhood and young adulthood, there are many challenges that children face on a daily basis. Often times, daily tasks and transitions bring on stress and sometimes depression and anxiety. Events ranging from separation to assault can provoke traumatic stress in the youngest child. This stress may lead to behaviors like isolating, self harm, crying, bed wetting, refusing to participate in activities or acting out. Your child has their own way of coping with change, which may negatively affect their relationships with teachers, friends or parents.
In sessions, we will utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused CBT to support your child in reducing negative or anxious thoughts and related behaviors.
Growing up is hard and sometimes tough to navigate, for kids and parents! Between early childhood and young adulthood, there are many challenges that children face on a daily basis. Often times, daily tasks and transitions bring on stress and sometimes depression and anxiety. Events ranging from separation to assault can provoke traumatic stress in the youngest child. This stress may lead to behaviors like isolating, self harm, crying, bed wetting, refusing to participate in activities or acting out. Your child has their own way of coping with change, which may negatively affect their relationships with teachers, friends or parents.
As your therapist, my primary goal is for you to feel safe and comfortable in an environment where you feel valued and understood. I have a warm, honest and empathic approach with my clients and believe that every person has the ability to heal and reach their true potential in life. My approach is eclectic, believing that every person is unique with their own life experiences and perceptions. It is for this reason that your experience in therapy will be tailored to your needs so that you can reach your goals in a supportive, nurturing environment.
As your therapist, my primary goal is for you to feel safe and comfortable in an environment where you feel valued and understood. I have a warm, honest and empathic approach with my clients and believe that every person has the ability to heal and reach their true potential in life. My approach is eclectic, believing that every person is unique with their own life experiences and perceptions. It is for this reason that your experience in therapy will be tailored to your needs so that you can reach your goals in a supportive, nurturing environment.
Starting in February 2025 I will taking new clients for both in-office and tele-health.
Starting in February 2025 I will taking new clients for both in-office and tele-health.
Struggling with a mental health or emotional issue? A difficult child/teen? In your relationship? Difficult life transitions? Addiction issues? Gender Identity? Family reunification? I can help you overcome your problems and embrace a healthier lifestyle. You deserve a therapist who will truly strive to understand the way you think. I will take the time to understand your thought processes, emotions, fears, and concerns. Of course, seeking therapy is not always easy; but you deserve to get the help you need to live a happy, fulfilling life.
Struggling with a mental health or emotional issue? A difficult child/teen? In your relationship? Difficult life transitions? Addiction issues? Gender Identity? Family reunification? I can help you overcome your problems and embrace a healthier lifestyle. You deserve a therapist who will truly strive to understand the way you think. I will take the time to understand your thought processes, emotions, fears, and concerns. Of course, seeking therapy is not always easy; but you deserve to get the help you need to live a happy, fulfilling life.
I serve individuals, students, couples, and families navigating hurdles: cognitive/ behavioral (learning, anxiety, social interaction), life transitions, relationships, gender/sexual/neuro-diversities.
A Professor of Biological Psychology & Mental Health, I provide non-judgmental, trauma-informed therapy & education. I use Ethical ABA, ACT, CBT, Psychotherapy, & Mindfulness for: -Communication, behavior, skills strategies. -College/career transitions.-Social skills for school, work, & relationships.- Educating on psychological/biological ailments.
I serve individuals, students, couples, and families navigating hurdles: cognitive/ behavioral (learning, anxiety, social interaction), life transitions, relationships, gender/sexual/neuro-diversities.
A Professor of Biological Psychology & Mental Health, I provide non-judgmental, trauma-informed therapy & education. I use Ethical ABA, ACT, CBT, Psychotherapy, & Mindfulness for: -Communication, behavior, skills strategies. -College/career transitions.-Social skills for school, work, & relationships.- Educating on psychological/biological ailments.
See more therapy options for San Jose
Nearby Behavioral Issues Therapists Searches for San Jose
- Campbell
- Cupertino
- Fremont
- Los Altos
- Los Altos Hills
- Los Gatos
- Milpitas
- Mountain View
- Santa Clara
- Saratoga
- Stanford
- Sunnyvale
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.