Behavioral Issues Therapists in Jacksonville, FL
I am a Mental Health counselor and Master's level addictions and trauma therapist who specializes in TEENS and ADULTS. I have a reputation for being able to help the toughest cases, particularly women with trauma. I use the Neuro-Affective Relational Model and EMDR to help my clients overcome the things in their past that are holding them back from living free. I absolutely love what I do and feel privileged to help people everyday. I am personally in recovery, which means that I actually live the life that I am helping people achieve. We have multiple teen programs as well. Call me about our new mens group on porn and sexuality.
I am a Mental Health counselor and Master's level addictions and trauma therapist who specializes in TEENS and ADULTS. I have a reputation for being able to help the toughest cases, particularly women with trauma. I use the Neuro-Affective Relational Model and EMDR to help my clients overcome the things in their past that are holding them back from living free. I absolutely love what I do and feel privileged to help people everyday. I am personally in recovery, which means that I actually live the life that I am helping people achieve. We have multiple teen programs as well. Call me about our new mens group on porn and sexuality.
I help clients experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, relationship challenges, stress, family conflict, and emotional regulation difficulties.
My ideal clients are adolescents, teens, adults, seniors, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance use concerns, gender dysphoria, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about the future. Using a compassionate, client-centered approach, I help clients gain insight, build healthy coping skills, process difficult experiences, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
I help clients experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, relationship challenges, stress, family conflict, and emotional regulation difficulties.
My ideal clients are adolescents, teens, adults, seniors, couples, and families facing anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, substance use concerns, gender dysphoria, relationship challenges, and life transitions. Many seek therapy when they feel overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain about the future. Using a compassionate, client-centered approach, I help clients gain insight, build healthy coping skills, process difficult experiences, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
You're the one who notices the empty water glass before anyone asks, who texts to check in, who has the plan ready before the question is asked. You're the strong one who anticipates every need before it's even spoken, and people lean on that. Then the room empties, the day goes quiet, and a smaller question surfaces: who is actually looking out for you? Somewhere under the years of being reliable, your own identity started to feel like a blurred reflection. There's a persistent, hollow ache that comes from putting yourself last, and lately you've been wondering what it would mean to put yourself somewhere near the front.
You're the one who notices the empty water glass before anyone asks, who texts to check in, who has the plan ready before the question is asked. You're the strong one who anticipates every need before it's even spoken, and people lean on that. Then the room empties, the day goes quiet, and a smaller question surfaces: who is actually looking out for you? Somewhere under the years of being reliable, your own identity started to feel like a blurred reflection. There's a persistent, hollow ache that comes from putting yourself last, and lately you've been wondering what it would mean to put yourself somewhere near the front.
Are you feeling down, easily stressed, overwhelmed, unable to sleep? You put on a mask. No one knows how you are really feeling inside. You have always been able to do what you need to do. Now you can’t. Are you thinking, “I should …”, “maybe if I were to…”; but you procrastinate, you have no motivation. This is not who you are. This is not who you want to be. If this is what you are experiencing, we need to connect. I too have been there - felt the self-doubt, anxiety, feeling not good enough, just being stuck. I know what it takes to get back on track.
Are you feeling down, easily stressed, overwhelmed, unable to sleep? You put on a mask. No one knows how you are really feeling inside. You have always been able to do what you need to do. Now you can’t. Are you thinking, “I should …”, “maybe if I were to…”; but you procrastinate, you have no motivation. This is not who you are. This is not who you want to be. If this is what you are experiencing, we need to connect. I too have been there - felt the self-doubt, anxiety, feeling not good enough, just being stuck. I know what it takes to get back on track.
Finding the right therapist is an important step toward better living and following your path. I will take a straight forward, collaborative, and empathic approach, rooted in a broad range of clinical and life experiences, supporting clients of all ages and backgrounds as they address their mental health concerns and navigate life's challenges. Together, we will focus on practical and evidence-based strategies to clarify goals, build insight, and create meaningful change at your own pace.
Finding the right therapist is an important step toward better living and following your path. I will take a straight forward, collaborative, and empathic approach, rooted in a broad range of clinical and life experiences, supporting clients of all ages and backgrounds as they address their mental health concerns and navigate life's challenges. Together, we will focus on practical and evidence-based strategies to clarify goals, build insight, and create meaningful change at your own pace.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, career pressures, and major life transitions. Many clients come to me after spending years managing responsibilities and supporting others while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps. I provide a compassionate and collaborative space where we explore patterns, clarify values, and develop practical tools to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and create a life that feels more balanced and meaningful.
I work with adults who are navigating anxiety, stress, burnout, relationship challenges, career pressures, and major life transitions. Many clients come to me after spending years managing responsibilities and supporting others while feeling overwhelmed, disconnected, or uncertain about their next steps. I provide a compassionate and collaborative space where we explore patterns, clarify values, and develop practical tools to build resilience, improve emotional well-being, and create a life that feels more balanced and meaningful.
I specialize in treating behavioral issues, mood disorders, and substance use, specifically where mental health and addiction meet.
Hello! I am Richard Gibbons and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Jacksonville, Florida, with over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health and rehabilitative counseling. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of South Florida in 2000 and spent more than two decades working in a co-occurring agency setting where I helped both adolescents and adults navigate complex challenges. My practice is deeply personal to me, as I draw from my own 38-year history of recovery to provide a therapeutic environment rooted in honesty, genuine connection, and an open mind.
I specialize in treating behavioral issues, mood disorders, and substance use, specifically where mental health and addiction meet.
Hello! I am Richard Gibbons and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor based in Jacksonville, Florida, with over 25 years of experience in the field of mental health and rehabilitative counseling. I earned my Master’s degree from the University of South Florida in 2000 and spent more than two decades working in a co-occurring agency setting where I helped both adolescents and adults navigate complex challenges. My practice is deeply personal to me, as I draw from my own 38-year history of recovery to provide a therapeutic environment rooted in honesty, genuine connection, and an open mind.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with Discovery Mental Health Services located at the Northside of Jacksonville, Florida. I focus on empowering and helping individuals, couples and families overcome personal obstacles, utilizing evidenced based, best-practice methods.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, with Discovery Mental Health Services located at the Northside of Jacksonville, Florida. I focus on empowering and helping individuals, couples and families overcome personal obstacles, utilizing evidenced based, best-practice methods.
My mission is to provide culturally sensitive counseling services to adults and children that meet their unique individual needs including healthy relationships with themselves and others to promote healing from various life traumas. I commend you for taking this courageous step toward healing and personal growth. I would like to be a part of your journey towards a happier and more satisfied you.
My mission is to provide culturally sensitive counseling services to adults and children that meet their unique individual needs including healthy relationships with themselves and others to promote healing from various life traumas. I commend you for taking this courageous step toward healing and personal growth. I would like to be a part of your journey towards a happier and more satisfied you.
I specialize in individual, family, and group therapy, with expertise in juvenile justice intervention, substance abuse treatment, and behavioral support for developmental disabilities.
I work with at-risk youth, individuals involved in the juvenile justice system, families in crisis, and adults living with mental health or developmental challenges. Many come feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or without access to consistent support. Through individualized treatment plans, evidence-based therapy, and trauma-informed care, I help clients develop insight, build coping skills, and work toward meaningful, lasting change — no matter where they are starting from.
I specialize in individual, family, and group therapy, with expertise in juvenile justice intervention, substance abuse treatment, and behavioral support for developmental disabilities.
I work with at-risk youth, individuals involved in the juvenile justice system, families in crisis, and adults living with mental health or developmental challenges. Many come feeling misunderstood, overwhelmed, or without access to consistent support. Through individualized treatment plans, evidence-based therapy, and trauma-informed care, I help clients develop insight, build coping skills, and work toward meaningful, lasting change — no matter where they are starting from.
I work with teens and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, school stress, family conflict, adjustment challenges, and the many transitions that come with growing up. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we work together to build confidence, strengthen coping skills, improve emotional well-being, and develop practical strategies that help you thrive through life's challenges.
I work with teens and young adults who are navigating anxiety, depression, school stress, family conflict, adjustment challenges, and the many transitions that come with growing up. Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed, misunderstood, or unsure of how to move forward. I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where we work together to build confidence, strengthen coping skills, improve emotional well-being, and develop practical strategies that help you thrive through life's challenges.
I have worked extensively with children and adolescents who are experiencing difficult life situations or struggling with emotional, behavioral and/or academic problems.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in psychoeducational testing and psychotherapy. My professional life has been spent working with children and families to overcome various obstacles to their personal or academic accomplishments. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University with my Bachelor of Arts degree, I received both my Masters and Doctorate in Psychology from New York University. I have worked with children, adolescents and families in various hospital, school and outpatient clinic settings.
I have worked extensively with children and adolescents who are experiencing difficult life situations or struggling with emotional, behavioral and/or academic problems.
I am a clinical psychologist specializing in psychoeducational testing and psychotherapy. My professional life has been spent working with children and families to overcome various obstacles to their personal or academic accomplishments. After graduating from Johns Hopkins University with my Bachelor of Arts degree, I received both my Masters and Doctorate in Psychology from New York University. I have worked with children, adolescents and families in various hospital, school and outpatient clinic settings.
I help clients experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, relationship challenges, stress, family conflict, and emotional regulation difficulties.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional distress, or recovery-related concerns. Many come to therapy seeking support, clarity, and practical tools to navigate difficult situations. Using a trauma-informed and client-centered approach, I help clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
I help clients experiencing anxiety, depression, behavioral concerns, relationship challenges, stress, family conflict, and emotional regulation difficulties.
My ideal clients are adolescents, adults, and families experiencing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transitions, relationship challenges, emotional distress, or recovery-related concerns. Many come to therapy seeking support, clarity, and practical tools to navigate difficult situations. Using a trauma-informed and client-centered approach, I help clients build resilience, develop healthy coping skills, improve emotional well-being, strengthen relationships, and create meaningful, lasting change in their lives.
I work with individuals seeking support through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal challenges that may feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate alone. Clients often come to me wanting greater clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper understanding of themselves. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we work together to recognize strengths, develop practical strategies, build resilience, and create meaningful growth that supports long-term well-being.
I work with individuals seeking support through anxiety, depression, life transitions, and personal challenges that may feel overwhelming or difficult to navigate alone. Clients often come to me wanting greater clarity, emotional balance, and a deeper understanding of themselves. I provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where we work together to recognize strengths, develop practical strategies, build resilience, and create meaningful growth that supports long-term well-being.
I work with individuals and families facing mental health challenges, substance use concerns, life difficulties, crises, and barriers to care. Clients may need support understanding their needs, managing challenges, or navigating treatment. I provide compassionate counseling, assessment, education, referrals, and collaborative treatment planning to help clients build skills and improve their well-being.
I work with individuals and families facing mental health challenges, substance use concerns, life difficulties, crises, and barriers to care. Clients may need support understanding their needs, managing challenges, or navigating treatment. I provide compassionate counseling, assessment, education, referrals, and collaborative treatment planning to help clients build skills and improve their well-being.
The directors of Beacon Pediatric Behavioral Health (BPBH), Dr.
We provide: individual and family therapy, parenting help, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment, cognitive behavioral (CBT) and behavioral therapy, assessment (e.g., gifted, psychological, psycho-educational, and diagnostic testing, including administration of the ADOS-2 for Autism evaluations), school consultation, and Special Education advocacy.
The directors of Beacon Pediatric Behavioral Health (BPBH), Dr.
We provide: individual and family therapy, parenting help, Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) treatment, cognitive behavioral (CBT) and behavioral therapy, assessment (e.g., gifted, psychological, psycho-educational, and diagnostic testing, including administration of the ADOS-2 for Autism evaluations), school consultation, and Special Education advocacy.
My ideal clients are adults navigating anxiety, depression, substance use, or major life transitions. With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional, I bring extensive expertise in mental health and substance use recovery. Using evidence-based approaches — including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Relapse Prevention — I help clients set clear, practical goals. My collaborative, supportive style keeps clients accountable and focused on growth, moving forward with real clarity and confidence.
My ideal clients are adults navigating anxiety, depression, substance use, or major life transitions. With over 15 years of experience as a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Certified Addictions Professional, I bring extensive expertise in mental health and substance use recovery. Using evidence-based approaches — including CBT, Motivational Interviewing, and Relapse Prevention — I help clients set clear, practical goals. My collaborative, supportive style keeps clients accountable and focused on growth, moving forward with real clarity and confidence.
I work with adolescents, adults, and diverse individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, behavioral or adjustment challenges, and life transitions.
I provide individualized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. My approach includes cognitive- behavioral, solution-focused, and trauma-informed interventions, with careful assessment, personalized treatment planning, and collaborative goal setting.
I work with adolescents, adults, and diverse individuals navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, behavioral or adjustment challenges, and life transitions.
I provide individualized therapy for anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship concerns, behavioral challenges, and life transitions. My approach includes cognitive- behavioral, solution-focused, and trauma-informed interventions, with careful assessment, personalized treatment planning, and collaborative goal setting.
My ideal clients are adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, major life transitions, or difficulty regulating emotions. Many arrive feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, seeking a space to be heard without judgment. At Wellnite, my team and I create a supportive, respectful environment grounded in evidence-based practices. We work collaboratively to build self-awareness, develop practical coping strategies, and address concerns across mind, emotions, and environment, helping clients steadily build resilience, confidence, and a more balanced, fulfilling life.
My ideal clients are adults facing anxiety, depression, stress, major life transitions, or difficulty regulating emotions. Many arrive feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure how to move forward, seeking a space to be heard without judgment. At Wellnite, my team and I create a supportive, respectful environment grounded in evidence-based practices. We work collaboratively to build self-awareness, develop practical coping strategies, and address concerns across mind, emotions, and environment, helping clients steadily build resilience, confidence, and a more balanced, fulfilling life.
With extensive experience across trauma units, ICUs, hospice, dialysis centers, and behavioral health facilities, I bring a holistic, strengths-based approach grounded in evidence-based practice.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families, drawing on acute and outpatient care experience with veterans, trauma, and medically complex populations. My approach is holistic, strengths-based, and evidence-based.
With extensive experience across trauma units, ICUs, hospice, dialysis centers, and behavioral health facilities, I bring a holistic, strengths-based approach grounded in evidence-based practice.
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I offer telehealth therapy for individuals, couples, and families, drawing on acute and outpatient care experience with veterans, trauma, and medically complex populations. My approach is holistic, strengths-based, and evidence-based.
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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.