Behavioral Issues Therapists in Boston, MA
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck or trapped in patterns of behavior or relating, and often hopeless about freeing themselves from these patterns. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and that we, therapist and client, can work together to become aware of these recurring themes, restore hope, and formulate a pathway to alter whatever is holding you back from having the life you want. This work involves sifting through the past to create the relationships, career, and life clients seek.
Many people come to therapy feeling stuck or trapped in patterns of behavior or relating, and often hopeless about freeing themselves from these patterns. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process and that we, therapist and client, can work together to become aware of these recurring themes, restore hope, and formulate a pathway to alter whatever is holding you back from having the life you want. This work involves sifting through the past to create the relationships, career, and life clients seek.
I've been intensively trained in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) and lead an online RO-DBT group weekly.
Life can be challenging, especially when feelings of pain, confusion, sadness, and anxiety seem to hold us back. If you're experiencing moments of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that you're not alone. Sometimes, receiving an external perspective and validation can help you better understand yourself and embrace that person confidently. I offer tools for empowerment, confidence, and peace.
I've been intensively trained in Radically Open Dialectical Behavior Therapy (RO-DBT) and lead an online RO-DBT group weekly.
Life can be challenging, especially when feelings of pain, confusion, sadness, and anxiety seem to hold us back. If you're experiencing moments of feeling stuck or overwhelmed, know that you're not alone. Sometimes, receiving an external perspective and validation can help you better understand yourself and embrace that person confidently. I offer tools for empowerment, confidence, and peace.
Parent coaching focuses on: Parent burnout, behavioral responses, skill application, managing emotions, avoidance, aggression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, connection, and much more.
Welcome to The Be Center. A place for parents. DBT for parents. We are a telehealth parent-focused center dedicated to helping parents navigate the challenges of having a child or young adult who is struggling with behavioral and emotional issues. We believe parents need support in knowing WHAT and HOW to cope with, understand, and respond to the challenges that arise when a loved one is struggling with mental health. When parents feel nourished and empowered, they are able to guide their families back to wellness. How do we do this? We support parents thought parent coaching, Individual and couples therapy.
Parent coaching focuses on: Parent burnout, behavioral responses, skill application, managing emotions, avoidance, aggression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, connection, and much more.
Welcome to The Be Center. A place for parents. DBT for parents. We are a telehealth parent-focused center dedicated to helping parents navigate the challenges of having a child or young adult who is struggling with behavioral and emotional issues. We believe parents need support in knowing WHAT and HOW to cope with, understand, and respond to the challenges that arise when a loved one is struggling with mental health. When parents feel nourished and empowered, they are able to guide their families back to wellness. How do we do this? We support parents thought parent coaching, Individual and couples therapy.
Over the past six years I have worked with clients and families who are working through anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidality, and self injurious behavior.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to work with me in order to achieve their goal. This includes being able to have back and forth conversation around ways to achieve that goal, as well as have the more difficult conversations when it comes to road blocks and the occasional self sabotaging behavior. I will always be honest in my assessments, and thoughts, and my hope would be that my client is as well.
Over the past six years I have worked with clients and families who are working through anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidality, and self injurious behavior.
My ideal client is someone who is willing to work with me in order to achieve their goal. This includes being able to have back and forth conversation around ways to achieve that goal, as well as have the more difficult conversations when it comes to road blocks and the occasional self sabotaging behavior. I will always be honest in my assessments, and thoughts, and my hope would be that my client is as well.
This approach combines motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.
My ideal client would seek therapy for their issues with processing trauma and acknowledging poor coping skills (such as addictions or low participation in life) used in the past to manage symptoms. They would want to use a cognitive behavioral approach to identify their cognitive distortions and negative thinking patterns and bring awareness and change to their behaviors.
This approach combines motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapy.
My ideal client would seek therapy for their issues with processing trauma and acknowledging poor coping skills (such as addictions or low participation in life) used in the past to manage symptoms. They would want to use a cognitive behavioral approach to identify their cognitive distortions and negative thinking patterns and bring awareness and change to their behaviors.
Melissa has been practicing as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist for over 10 years. She believes therapy is most effective as a collaborative approach, with the individual and clinician working together to reach the individual's goal. Melissa is passionate about helping individuals feel comfortable with their mental health, become able to accept difficult life events, and learn to feel successful in our high stress world is the focus of my therapeutic interventions.
Melissa has been practicing as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist for over 10 years. She believes therapy is most effective as a collaborative approach, with the individual and clinician working together to reach the individual's goal. Melissa is passionate about helping individuals feel comfortable with their mental health, become able to accept difficult life events, and learn to feel successful in our high stress world is the focus of my therapeutic interventions.
I have experience with individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges including behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, and Autism.
I completed my doctorate in school psychology at Texas A&M University. I have completed my training in community health clinics, medical centers, and schools. I use an integrated approach to therapy and incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and elements of other approaches such as play therapy, bibliotherapy, and motivational interviewing. I am also working on finishing my Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Certification.
I have experience with individuals across the lifespan with a variety of challenges including behavioral concerns, anxiety, depression, and Autism.
I completed my doctorate in school psychology at Texas A&M University. I have completed my training in community health clinics, medical centers, and schools. I use an integrated approach to therapy and incorporate cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and elements of other approaches such as play therapy, bibliotherapy, and motivational interviewing. I am also working on finishing my Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT) Certification.
My practice is informed by my background in and experience with Cognitive- Behavior Therapy, Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis.
Frustrated? Feeling confused or overwhelmed? Often, life speeds away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution, as well as a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that's constantly in flux. If you're looking to develop greater insight into these concerns, counseling is a great place to start. In my practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behavior, and many other aspects of life.
My practice is informed by my background in and experience with Cognitive- Behavior Therapy, Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Applied Behavior Analysis.
Frustrated? Feeling confused or overwhelmed? Often, life speeds away from us before we realize how quickly things have changed. Life is a process of personal growth and evolution, as well as a process of building and maintaining relationships with people in a world that's constantly in flux. If you're looking to develop greater insight into these concerns, counseling is a great place to start. In my practice, I focus on partnering with you to explore challenges around interpersonal relationships, behavioral problems, sexual identity and behavior, and many other aspects of life.
Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path (Paulo Coelho) I am excited to go through this journey of wellness, self-discovery and healing with you! Collaboratively, we can create a plan to manage and decrease symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship and family issues, single parenting, cultural challenges, and stress while addressing them at their core. Through a combination of cognitive, behavioral and solution focused therapies, clients will create a tool box that they can use everyday!
Not all storms come to disrupt your life, some come to clear your path (Paulo Coelho) I am excited to go through this journey of wellness, self-discovery and healing with you! Collaboratively, we can create a plan to manage and decrease symptoms of anxiety, depression, PTSD, relationship and family issues, single parenting, cultural challenges, and stress while addressing them at their core. Through a combination of cognitive, behavioral and solution focused therapies, clients will create a tool box that they can use everyday!
I specialize in stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive- behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.
I specialize in stress, anxiety, depression, and life transitions, utilizing evidence-based practices such as cognitive- behavioral therapy and mindfulness techniques.
My ideal client is an individual facing challenges such as life transitions, stress, anxiety, or depression, who seeks guidance and support in navigating their emotions and relationships. They may be grappling with self-esteem or identity issues and are motivated to better understand their needs and feelings. Their goals include building resilience, enhancing mental well-being, fostering healthy connections with others, and finding a sense of purpose and fulfillment in life. They are open to have their believes be challenged, self-help, self-reflection, and are committed to personal growth in order to develop.
Terri Nelson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhDE, LICSW, MSW, MSEP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02127
In our work together we will use a holistic approach, look at what is going on physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually, to restore harmony and balance. My experience includes both traditional and alternative approaches to health and healing. I am a highly experienced/skilled clinician who has been in private practice and the Behavioral/Mental Health field for 30 years. I work with the entire individual, couple, family, child, adolescent - on issues spanning across the life cycle. I am Culturally Competent, sought out by a culturally diverse community and honored to serve widely ranging socio-economic-religious populations.
In our work together we will use a holistic approach, look at what is going on physically, emotionally, mentally and spiritually, to restore harmony and balance. My experience includes both traditional and alternative approaches to health and healing. I am a highly experienced/skilled clinician who has been in private practice and the Behavioral/Mental Health field for 30 years. I work with the entire individual, couple, family, child, adolescent - on issues spanning across the life cycle. I am Culturally Competent, sought out by a culturally diverse community and honored to serve widely ranging socio-economic-religious populations.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that thinks outside the box, is relatable and uses conventional therapeutic interventions in an unconventional way, than Hi ! I'm Tasha Berroa, an Afro-Latina, dedicated to providing therapeutic services to adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression and behavioral issues. Managing life stressors isn't easy and being able to process your thoughts and emotions in a safe space can be the first steps you take to reach your goals!
Accepting new clients! If you're looking for a therapist that thinks outside the box, is relatable and uses conventional therapeutic interventions in an unconventional way, than Hi ! I'm Tasha Berroa, an Afro-Latina, dedicated to providing therapeutic services to adults, children and families experiencing anxiety, depression and behavioral issues. Managing life stressors isn't easy and being able to process your thoughts and emotions in a safe space can be the first steps you take to reach your goals!
I specialize in Men's issues, trauma, self-esteem, behavioral issues, life coaching/ transitions, communication skills, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, christian counseling, social avoidant behaviors, etc.
I'd like to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to cultivate a healthier version of yourself. Which includes, but is not limited to identifying emotions, triggers, and coping skills. Helping you understand what you're going through in order to make necessary change. Learning your personal patterns and behaviors to improving quality of life. (Telehealth Only)
I specialize in Men's issues, trauma, self-esteem, behavioral issues, life coaching/ transitions, communication skills, depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, christian counseling, social avoidant behaviors, etc.
I'd like to help you explore your thoughts, feelings, and behaviors in order to cultivate a healthier version of yourself. Which includes, but is not limited to identifying emotions, triggers, and coping skills. Helping you understand what you're going through in order to make necessary change. Learning your personal patterns and behaviors to improving quality of life. (Telehealth Only)
Whitney Hoke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LMHC , LCPC, BCDMT-R
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults with anxiety, depression, and behavioral/emotional challenges. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) in the state of Massachusetts, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor(LCPC) in the state of Maine, and a Board-Certified Dance/Movement therapist (BCDMT-R). I take a holistic, person centered approach to therapy emphasizing the mind/body connection while incorporating evidence-based practices including CBT and DBT. Currently I am only offering Telehealth services in the states of MA, ME, and CT.
I specialize in working with adults with anxiety, depression, and behavioral/emotional challenges. I'm a Licensed Mental Health Clinician (LMHC) in the state of Massachusetts, Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Connecticut, Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor(LCPC) in the state of Maine, and a Board-Certified Dance/Movement therapist (BCDMT-R). I take a holistic, person centered approach to therapy emphasizing the mind/body connection while incorporating evidence-based practices including CBT and DBT. Currently I am only offering Telehealth services in the states of MA, ME, and CT.
Anna Svetchnikov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, LSWA
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02134 (Online Only)
My areas of therapeutic expertise and application include, Behavioral Therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and Solution Focused Therapy to providing psychotherapy and counseling services to couples, children, families, individuals and groups.
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
My areas of therapeutic expertise and application include, Behavioral Therapy (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and Solution Focused Therapy to providing psychotherapy and counseling services to couples, children, families, individuals and groups.
Individual clients welcome. In my professional journey, I've had the privilege of guiding thousands of clients from diverse backgrounds, each with their own unique stories and challenges. I help individuals cultivate a deep understanding of their emotions, fostering emotional intelligence that is crucial for personal growth. I strive to create a space where feelings are acknowledged and processed, to clear a path for success. Embracing wellbeing as a fundamental aspect of strength is at the heart of my approach. The goal is for you to become an insightful expert of your own life - past, present and future.
I am eager to help adults and families find their own strengths and act as a guide for their chosen goals to bring about skill building, and behavior change so my clients can live their best life.
I am accepting new clients for immediate virtual openings. I am a board certified licensed behavior analyst (BCBA/LABA) and work with adults and adolescents who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder looking to improve their wellbeing and change behavior to live their best lives. As a behavior analyst I aim to promote positive behavior change in the home, at school, at work, and in the community for the individuals I serve. My goal is to offer effective therapy that is person centered and focuses on all of the goals that my clients hope to accomplish.
I am eager to help adults and families find their own strengths and act as a guide for their chosen goals to bring about skill building, and behavior change so my clients can live their best life.
I am accepting new clients for immediate virtual openings. I am a board certified licensed behavior analyst (BCBA/LABA) and work with adults and adolescents who have a diagnosis of Autism Spectrum Disorder looking to improve their wellbeing and change behavior to live their best lives. As a behavior analyst I aim to promote positive behavior change in the home, at school, at work, and in the community for the individuals I serve. My goal is to offer effective therapy that is person centered and focuses on all of the goals that my clients hope to accomplish.
A Bilingual (English-Greek) Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach.
Are you looking for personal growth free from negative thinking, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship issues, stress management, postpartum anxiety and depression, loss or what might seem to be a complicated grief? If everyday life has become overwhelming, there is always help. As long as you reach out! I am licensed to provide therapy for NY, NJ, CT, MA residents. Στην αναζήτησή σου για προσωπική ανάπτυξη και στήριξη σε θέματα κατάθλιψης, άγχους, διαταραχών ύπνου, προβλήματα σχέσεων, γονιμότητας, επιλόχειας κατάθλιψης, ή πένθος μπορείς να ελπίζεις πάντα σε βοήθεια στην καινούρια σου πατρίδα και στην μητρική σου γλώσσα!
A Bilingual (English-Greek) Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach.
Are you looking for personal growth free from negative thinking, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship issues, stress management, postpartum anxiety and depression, loss or what might seem to be a complicated grief? If everyday life has become overwhelming, there is always help. As long as you reach out! I am licensed to provide therapy for NY, NJ, CT, MA residents. Στην αναζήτησή σου για προσωπική ανάπτυξη και στήριξη σε θέματα κατάθλιψης, άγχους, διαταραχών ύπνου, προβλήματα σχέσεων, γονιμότητας, επιλόχειας κατάθλιψης, ή πένθος μπορείς να ελπίζεις πάντα σε βοήθεια στην καινούρια σου πατρίδα και στην μητρική σου γλώσσα!
Dr. Phoenix Adams Psychotherapy and Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW , LCSW , GC-C
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02215
Having served as an EVP for an internationally renowned substance use and mental health treatment facility, he is well versed in the latest treatment modalities for substance use disorders and their cooccurring behavioral health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship/couples issues, and family concerns.
Dr. Phoenix Adams is a licensed psychotherapist (FL, CA, CO, CT, GA, MA, MD, NJ, NV, PA, VA) who has over 15 years of experience as a clinician providing direct services to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations as well as an industry leader in the fields of mental health and substance use treatment. he has extensive experience working with patients dealing with bereavement, loss, and grief. He holds a certificate as a Certified Grief Counselor from American Institute of Health Care Professionals. He has vast experience working with executives, professionals, and highly successful individuals and families.
Having served as an EVP for an internationally renowned substance use and mental health treatment facility, he is well versed in the latest treatment modalities for substance use disorders and their cooccurring behavioral health issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, relationship/couples issues, and family concerns.
Dr. Phoenix Adams is a licensed psychotherapist (FL, CA, CO, CT, GA, MA, MD, NJ, NV, PA, VA) who has over 15 years of experience as a clinician providing direct services to individuals, couples, families, groups, and organizations as well as an industry leader in the fields of mental health and substance use treatment. he has extensive experience working with patients dealing with bereavement, loss, and grief. He holds a certificate as a Certified Grief Counselor from American Institute of Health Care Professionals. He has vast experience working with executives, professionals, and highly successful individuals and families.
Our BCBA's will provide an individualized Treatment Plan and Behavior Support Plan using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
We work with children and adolescents with Autism as well as other developmental and intellectual disabilities throughout Massachusetts. We work in the home and community setting.
Our BCBA's will provide an individualized Treatment Plan and Behavior Support Plan using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA).
We work with children and adolescents with Autism as well as other developmental and intellectual disabilities throughout Massachusetts. We work in the home and community setting.
Biannis Arias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Biannis, Arias, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02101 (Online Only)
I practice the following techniques: Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Hey, I’m Biannis Arias. A Licensed Master of Social Work, based in New York City. Seeking help is a unique strength. Millions of people work with therapists to become better versions of themselves. I’ve worked with men, women, and children of all ages, races, and backgrounds. Everybody’s goals are different, but 1 thing is true: we want to improve. My approach is open, honest, and direct to help you make sense out of life’s challenges. As a WOC, I experience many of the same situations you may. I’m a culturally attuned advocate for well-being and personal accountability.
I practice the following techniques: Psychodynamic Theory, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
Hey, I’m Biannis Arias. A Licensed Master of Social Work, based in New York City. Seeking help is a unique strength. Millions of people work with therapists to become better versions of themselves. I’ve worked with men, women, and children of all ages, races, and backgrounds. Everybody’s goals are different, but 1 thing is true: we want to improve. My approach is open, honest, and direct to help you make sense out of life’s challenges. As a WOC, I experience many of the same situations you may. I’m a culturally attuned advocate for well-being and personal accountability.
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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.