Behavioral Issues Therapists in Woodland Park, CO
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Crystal Creek Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT-S, ACS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
AutPlay is a play and
behavioral
therapy approach to working with children and families affected by autism, ADHD, and other neurodevelopmental disorders.
Children experiencing trauma, anxiety, depression and other challenges communicate with us through their behaviors. I specialize in helping parents and children understand the meaning and purpose behind those behaviors. I help children build the resiliency they need to overcome past challenges and thrive at home, in school and in their communities. I also help parents/caregivers build the skills and strategies necessary to guide children through difficult circumstances and achieve a more positive future.
James Matthew Reed
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC
Verified
Verified
I am skilled at treating clients who are experiencing emotional and
behavioral
problems as a result of trauma, stress and interpersonal conflict. Clients struggling with addictions, poor self-esteem, depression, anxiety, self-defeating behaviors, and impulse control problems will find my services helpful. I appreciate clients who may not yet have identified their goals as I like the challenge of developing goals with my clients and seeing them grow and progress over the course of therapy.
Liz Colten
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CACIII
Verified
Verified
I'll help you look at addictive
behavior
patterns, family systems, abuse history, foster family experiences, grief/loss/healing, and personal growth challenges.
With over twenty five years experience in El Paso and Teller counties working with individuals, families and groups, I believe that difficulties often bring us to a place of change. Change comes with an assortment of feelings: relief, fear, sometimes both. My personal background is rich in diversity and experience. With unconditional acceptance and compassion for my clients, I am known for my work with a variety of people. We identify the problem and then focus on solutions together. I am a licensed family therapist with level III certification in addictions counseling and experience working with individuals and groups as well.
Steve Tucker
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified
Verified
In addition to the classical interventions of Cognitive
Behavioral
and Brief Solution-focused therapy, I included the latest thinking from Positive Psychology.
Let's start with the future. You'll not get there if you don't know where you're going. Creating an image of how you'd like things to be instead of how they are will provide a positive focus for therapy. My job as a therapist is to help in creating that image, guide you in moving forward, and assist you in resolving past and current issues that get in the way.
Jeff Stone
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MDiv, LPC
Verified
Verified
How's it going? I'm a counselor (LPC). I imagine you've come here because you are an individual, a parent of a child or adolescent, or a couple who's looking for a counselor. Why? Maybe you feel like you just can't escape personal feelings of inferiority or the ongoing effects of traumatic events of your past. Your
behavior
is hurting your relationships, and maybe you aren't even sure why. It could be that your day-to-day activities either stress you out or they no longer bring you meaning or joy. Or, maybe you just want to believe more in yourself and what you offer this world.
Not accepting new clients
Julie L Piper
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Julie Piper is a Colorado native who has lived and worked in the Pikes Peak region for over 40 years. Julie’s work career includes the banking and finance industry, nonprofit executive management, and now
behavioral
health. Each course in her career has brought unique insights into assessing her clients’ needs and finding the best pathway for each individual and each family.
Ute Pass Psychological Evaluation
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Ute Pass Eval focuses on clinical, forensic, and neuropsychological testing and assessments. We offer forensic, education/academic achievement, intelligence, personality, psychodiagnostic, and other specialized psychological assessment services. We are equipped to assess children and adults of all ages and can travel to jails/prisons. Willing to provide Telehealth, meet in my office, or meet the patient where they live.
Not accepting new clients
Candice Berger
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified
Verified
I have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults, helping them navigate life and helping them to identify and develope lasting skills that will follow them into adulthood. Life can be difficult and sometimes simply having someone to listen, really listen can be instrumental in navigating through those trying times.
A Willow Bends, LLC
MA, LPC, LAC, MAC, EMDR
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Have you suffered through years of abuse or trauma? Lost a loved one through divorce or death? Maybe, you feel you can't face life anymore. Maybe you struggle with the use of alcohol or drugs. Do you use them to "feel good about yourself?" Maybe, just "to forget for a moment". Maybe because they make you feel "normal". This is the time to seek help. It takes courage to call and yet we are here to walk with you during your trying times and help you find the inner peace, joy, and success you deserve!
Outside Rein, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LAC, CEIP-MH
Verified
Verified
We are all human, imperfect, and want/need grace. Mental health is a part of our overall health, not separate from it. We cannot disconnect the head from the body. All session are conducted with empathy and compassion, with or without equines. We are currently accepting new clients, as our caseload allows. We accept Medicaid, TriWest, TRICARE, and Aetna insurances, in addition to private pay with a deeply sliding scale. We can also do a single case agreement or supply a superbill for out of network insurance.
Chelsea Wages
Marriage and Family Therapist Candidate, MFTC, ITSCO, LLC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I take an eclectic and individualized approach for each client that utilizes concepts from CBT, family systems, and solution focused therapy. I also incorporate concepts from art therapy, play therapy, and somatic experiencing in efforts to improve self-awareness, promote connection, and increase mindfulness. As a parent and professional who has worked in our community with families and educators for over a decade, I understand that each individual, family, and child is faced with unique complexities and stressors that must be addressed on multiple levels with sensitivity and understanding.
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Crystal Forget
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW, MSW
Verified
Verified
I cherish uniqueness, I value compassion and process, and I honor your journey with patience and kindness.
River Hansen, MA, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR, Couples, Trauma
Verified
Verified
Deciding to go into therapy is not an easy decision and equally important is finding the right therapist. For this reason, I offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation so that we meet and so that you can assess if I am the therapist for you. With over 24 years experience in private practice, I would be happy to assist you in this process. I am an attentive, empathetic and caring counselor. I also counsel via Psychology Today VIDEO sessions, as well as phone for those who cannot come into my office. Please call for a meet and greet.
James C (Jay) Martin
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMin, LMFT, CT, CFS, CEAP
Verified
Verified
Are you facing a transition(s) not of your choosing? Are you choosing to make a personal and/or professional change to claim an opportunity for growth & fulfillment?. I will be pleased to work with you in avoiding the pitfalls and intentionally claiming the opportunities such transitions present. For over thirty years I have worked with persons dealing with trauma, divorce, remarriage, co-parenting issues, partner and family issues. I work mostly with adults, couples, & families. I enjoy working with persons from diverse cultural, ethnic, racial, national, religious, socioeconomic backgrounds, as well as sexual orientations.
Project Ember Initiative - Kyle Bridgman
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Let's be honest, therapy isn't the first choice for most people. If, however, you are in a place where this might seem like a good option, I'd appreciate the opportunity to work with you. Whether it is personal issues or you're having difficulties with your spouse, significant other, parent, or child(ren). Or, maybe you just need some support with a transition in life. I enjoy working with people from all walks and stages of life and while change is up to you, know that I'm willing to be in your corner along the way. In addition to myself, we have a team of 13 other providers ready and wiling to help in any way we can.
Karla Rae Ver Meer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified
Verified
After 13 years of private practice in Colorado Springs, I have opened my Alabama office & accept BCBS/New Directions/All Kids. Education & learning new skills are significant components of my approach. I'm relational & easy to talk to about even the most difficult issues of life. I specialize in trauma, depression, anxiety, personality disorders, spiritual & relational issues, & severe mental illnesses, such as bipolar disorder. I am certified in EMDR. Pysch & personality assessments are available to identify strengths & areas for growth. I enjoy working with teens & adults, male or female. I love to renew hope when it seems lost.
A Sparrow's Way Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified
Verified
When people experience trauma, severe life stressors, or even experience change of any kind, it is not uncommon for their lives to unravel. My passion and greatest gift is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic/stressful experience. I help my clients, children, adults, and families, including the very young (ages 2-5), find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as restored, complete, whole, and safe.
Lori (Lorene) M Roper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LEND
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Sometimes, we find ourselves buried under challenging life circumstances. When this happens, we are left with three options: remain stuck and undecided, fight through, wounded and bitter, or emerge stronger, wiser and more resilient. I love coming alongside clients who feel they are without hope, and helping them find their inner strengths to emerge resilient. I have experience working with trauma, grief, PTSD, pain management, postpartum depression, chronic medical conditions, OCD, substance use, ADHD, depression, anxiety, bi-polar, and marriage and family issues.
Ray Jones
Registered Psychotherapist, MA
Verified
Verified
All of us face challenging events in our lives, and at times need assistance in finding new insights, new perspectives, and new tools to live a satisfying life. When the stories of our lives no longer meet our needs - it is time for each of us to write a new story leveraging the assistance of a trusted counselor.
Nicole Bieri
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, MFTC, EMDR
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Relationships are the foundation of our lives. Through the quality of our connections with those we care about, we can feel as though we are thriving or they can leave us feeling isolated and alone. Working to strengthen or rebuild connections with others and with ourselves is extremely important to creating a sense of support and acceptance. If our foundation feels secure and safe, we can then allow ourselves to thrive in other areas of our lives. I have special training in relational therapy and how to strengthen these "systems" and the influence they have on our lives.
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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.