Behavioral Issues Therapists in Swampscott, MA
Ciccio Counseling Centers
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Ciccio Counseling Centers believes that many concerns can be resolved with cognitive reprocessing and behavioral adjustments.
We are Accepting NEW Patients - Anxiety is our primary focus. We specialize in treating, children, teens, and adults with: Panic, Generalized Anxiety/Stress, Sports Performance, OCD, Body Image Concerns, Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms, Racing Thoughts, and Social Anxiety. Ciccio Counseling Centers follows a structured CBT treatment modality that is designed to produce measurable progress week-to-week. We also offer medication options through our psychiatric team if needed. Visit www.cicciocounselingcenters.com for more detailed information and to schedule an appointment for your over-the-phone consultation. 781-307-0098
Ciccio Counseling Centers believes that many concerns can be resolved with cognitive reprocessing and behavioral adjustments.
We are Accepting NEW Patients - Anxiety is our primary focus. We specialize in treating, children, teens, and adults with: Panic, Generalized Anxiety/Stress, Sports Performance, OCD, Body Image Concerns, Post-Traumatic Stress symptoms, Racing Thoughts, and Social Anxiety. Ciccio Counseling Centers follows a structured CBT treatment modality that is designed to produce measurable progress week-to-week. We also offer medication options through our psychiatric team if needed. Visit www.cicciocounselingcenters.com for more detailed information and to schedule an appointment for your over-the-phone consultation. 781-307-0098
Anna Svetchnikov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, LSWA
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (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.
Julie N Tapper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
It is my goal to be able to provide you, your child, & your family with reassurance, safety, care, & strategies to help you/them manage and address whatever has led to this moment. I have worked with children, adolescents, & adults who have mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, oppositional defiant disorders, & post traumatic stress disorders. In my practice I apply trauma-sensitive approaches, collaborative problem solving, behavior consultancy protocols, & cognitive behavioral therapies.
It is my goal to be able to provide you, your child, & your family with reassurance, safety, care, & strategies to help you/them manage and address whatever has led to this moment. I have worked with children, adolescents, & adults who have mental health diagnoses including depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders, oppositional defiant disorders, & post traumatic stress disorders. In my practice I apply trauma-sensitive approaches, collaborative problem solving, behavior consultancy protocols, & cognitive behavioral therapies.
Martin Krugman, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
I treat adults and seniors using cognitive-behavioral therapy. I also work with couples and family members as appropriate. I have had experience treating patients with anxiety, panic disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, physical and psychological trauma, strokes and brain injury, chronic illnesses, low self-esteem, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and executive function issues. I approach psychotherapy from a biological-psychological-social framework. Working within the theoretical framework of cognitive-behavioral therapy, I incorporate multiple strategies and techniques into my therapeutic practice, including mindfulness meditation.
I treat adults and seniors using cognitive-behavioral therapy. I also work with couples and family members as appropriate. I have had experience treating patients with anxiety, panic disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, physical and psychological trauma, strokes and brain injury, chronic illnesses, low self-esteem, attention deficit/hyperactivity disorder, and executive function issues. I approach psychotherapy from a biological-psychological-social framework. Working within the theoretical framework of cognitive-behavioral therapy, I incorporate multiple strategies and techniques into my therapeutic practice, including mindfulness meditation.
Pam Mulvey
MS, LMHC, SAC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
My expertise spans across a wide variety of common challenges including behavioral issues, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, depression, autism and more.
If you are 16 years of age or over and are neurodiverse, suffer from trauma and/or anxiety, or just want support in handling life’s stressors and transitions, I can help. I’ve spent over 20 years successfully helping clients address challenges and reach their goals by building resiliency and developing sound problem-solving skills. I am also highly skilled in collaborating with parents of pre-teens, teens, and young adults to offer practical advice around parenting, transitions, and life-skills.
My expertise spans across a wide variety of common challenges including behavioral issues, PTSD, ADHD, ADD, depression, autism and more.
If you are 16 years of age or over and are neurodiverse, suffer from trauma and/or anxiety, or just want support in handling life’s stressors and transitions, I can help. I’ve spent over 20 years successfully helping clients address challenges and reach their goals by building resiliency and developing sound problem-solving skills. I am also highly skilled in collaborating with parents of pre-teens, teens, and young adults to offer practical advice around parenting, transitions, and life-skills.
Laura Sharon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
Are you a new parent or caregiver? Are you experiencing surprising new challenges as your family grows? This transition is one of the most impactful and meaningful experiences you will have. It can be difficult and scary to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors that do not always align with this new identity.
Are you a new parent or caregiver? Are you experiencing surprising new challenges as your family grows? This transition is one of the most impactful and meaningful experiences you will have. It can be difficult and scary to explore thoughts, feelings and behaviors that do not always align with this new identity.
Lindsey Wilder
Counselor, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
It is my goal to create a safe environment to facilitate personal growth and healing. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to my client's specific needs. Together we can find a solution. My passion involves working with women, children and families to assist them with acknowledgement of their strengths and feelings, filtering through negative messages that can affect self-esteem, and encouraging growth experiences.
It is my goal to create a safe environment to facilitate personal growth and healing. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to my client's specific needs. Together we can find a solution. My passion involves working with women, children and families to assist them with acknowledgement of their strengths and feelings, filtering through negative messages that can affect self-esteem, and encouraging growth experiences.
Faith Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
These have been difficult times and many have felt the need for counsel to deal with concerns shared by all of us. At the same time, every therapy client is a unique individual and deserves care and concern for this. Problems in living can be lessened using "here and now" techniques such as CBT, and focusing on present concerns. They can also be alleviated by looking to the past to find where some issues had their beginning. Sometimes looking at both the present and the past is helpful moving toward goals. Either can help, and sometimes a combination is effective.
These have been difficult times and many have felt the need for counsel to deal with concerns shared by all of us. At the same time, every therapy client is a unique individual and deserves care and concern for this. Problems in living can be lessened using "here and now" techniques such as CBT, and focusing on present concerns. They can also be alleviated by looking to the past to find where some issues had their beginning. Sometimes looking at both the present and the past is helpful moving toward goals. Either can help, and sometimes a combination is effective.
Sherry Ranjbar
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.
Are you looking for support in this complex journey called life? I am here for you. My ideal client is someone seeking meaning, clarity, and growth amidst the challenges of relationships, anxiety, depression, trauma, or anger. Together, we'll embark on a collaborative therapeutic journey towards empowerment, self-discovery, and a more fulfilling life. I believe in the power of our connection and will guide you through psychodynamic principles, exploring relationships and existential aspects along the way.
John Thomas Chirban
Psychologist, PhD, ThD
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
I work with individuals, couples, and families to address concerns with relationships, identity, intimacy and sexuality, and spirituality, in addition to general psychological problems. My approach to therapy is active, relational, and result-oriented, encouraging clients take hold of their life and find the meaning that life holds for them. I have served as an instructor at Harvard Medical School and Psychologist at the Cambridge Health Alliance for more than 25 years. And have been serving on the Advisory Board of the Dr. Phil Show, since its inception. (See drchirban.com and swampscottpsychologicalassociates.com)
Sara Noone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life? Do you feel that you are caught in a cycle that you are struggling to break out of? Do you have the desire to make changes in your life, but do not know how to start and where to begin? Are you navigating grief & loss? Therapy can be a journey of self discovery and it takes much courage and hard work. It is a collaborative partnership between you and the therapist.
Are you feeling overwhelmed by life? Do you feel that you are caught in a cycle that you are struggling to break out of? Do you have the desire to make changes in your life, but do not know how to start and where to begin? Are you navigating grief & loss? Therapy can be a journey of self discovery and it takes much courage and hard work. It is a collaborative partnership between you and the therapist.
Rachelle Linda Goldberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
For more than 30 years I have worked to help people find their strengths, clarify their needs and enrich their relationships and lives.
I have eleven years of graduate and post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy and have led Marriage Encounter weekends for thirty years with my husband.
I see therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client where I help my clients with resources for general health and wellness, self-growth and exploration.
No one should have to face life's crises alone. I look forward to working with you.
For more than 30 years I have worked to help people find their strengths, clarify their needs and enrich their relationships and lives.
I have eleven years of graduate and post-graduate training in Marriage and Family Therapy and have led Marriage Encounter weekends for thirty years with my husband.
I see therapy as a collaboration between therapist and client where I help my clients with resources for general health and wellness, self-growth and exploration.
No one should have to face life's crises alone. I look forward to working with you.
Karen Shanahan
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Availability for JUNE! Each of us possesses an internal core of resilience, strength and determination. My goal in treatment is to help individuals to recognize, embrace, and utilize these attributes to navigate the challenges they face and to achieve peak emotional wellness. Emotional wellness is a state in which the mind is capable of staying away from negative thoughts and can focus on creative and constructive tasks. Therapy must focus on and nurture our mind and body to achieve the totality of emotional wellness. Therapy will allow us to embark on this mission together, guided by your individualized life goals.
Availability for JUNE! Each of us possesses an internal core of resilience, strength and determination. My goal in treatment is to help individuals to recognize, embrace, and utilize these attributes to navigate the challenges they face and to achieve peak emotional wellness. Emotional wellness is a state in which the mind is capable of staying away from negative thoughts and can focus on creative and constructive tasks. Therapy must focus on and nurture our mind and body to achieve the totality of emotional wellness. Therapy will allow us to embark on this mission together, guided by your individualized life goals.
Gina Malvarosa
Counselor, LMHC, LADC1
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
My services are tailored to individuals struggling with a variety of mental health disorders (depression, anxiety, panic, mood disorder) and substance abuse issues. I work with all populations and provide home based therapy and outreach-- to the elderly-- and those diagnosed with complicated medical issues. My services are geared toward assessing one's baseline and identifying specific strengths, coping, limitations, vulnerabilities and grounding skills. I also incorporate the spiritual element of healing--which fosters personal growth for recovery.
Phil Higgins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Judy Garland said it best: "Always be a first-rate version of yourself, instead of a second-rate version of somebody else." I help clients with depression, anxiety, self esteem, "stuck-ness" and relationship issues; and specialized concerns with sexual and gender identity, illness & loss. I see every instance in our lives as an opportunity for evolution. I believe in the search for insight, but also developing practical tools for change. I believe in the value of a good laugh, but also keeping ourselves honest. I believe in the importance of hope and integrity, but also managing expectations & resentments so that we can flourish.
Daniel Do
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MPH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
***Not Currently Accepting New Clients** Are you looking for ways to manage and overcome your stress, symptoms of depression or anxiety, or find support in a confidential space? Starting therapy takes courage and strength. It can be a scary space because you do not know your therapist yet. I work with clients to manage their mental health symptoms and not be defined by those symptoms. If you would like to build coping skills, gain insight into your strengths and find balance, I would like to work with you on this journey.
***Not Currently Accepting New Clients** Are you looking for ways to manage and overcome your stress, symptoms of depression or anxiety, or find support in a confidential space? Starting therapy takes courage and strength. It can be a scary space because you do not know your therapist yet. I work with clients to manage their mental health symptoms and not be defined by those symptoms. If you would like to build coping skills, gain insight into your strengths and find balance, I would like to work with you on this journey.
Eleanor Zambrano, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Swampscott, MA 01907
** I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME ** I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years and I focus on helping others navigate relationships, family stressors and life challenges that may be impacted by anxiety and depression. I work with adults, in couples as well as family therapy sessions.
** I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS AT THIS TIME ** I have been working with individuals and families for over 20 years and I focus on helping others navigate relationships, family stressors and life challenges that may be impacted by anxiety and depression. I work with adults, in couples as well as family therapy sessions.
Alycia Merritt
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
Currently only taking on morning and daytime clients! Everyone has a unique story. I thrive on stories and also the people, who live, learn, and strive to change their journeys one day at a time. My goal and passion is to help clients empower themselves to reach their individual goals. You have the ability to control the course of your life. Life, at times, can bring challenges and unwelcome stress that's when we may need a little extra support and clarity. I have worked in Boston Public Schools and children and youth but also have done successful work with adolescents and adults.
Currently only taking on morning and daytime clients! Everyone has a unique story. I thrive on stories and also the people, who live, learn, and strive to change their journeys one day at a time. My goal and passion is to help clients empower themselves to reach their individual goals. You have the ability to control the course of your life. Life, at times, can bring challenges and unwelcome stress that's when we may need a little extra support and clarity. I have worked in Boston Public Schools and children and youth but also have done successful work with adolescents and adults.
James Slavet
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907
My goal is to help people who are struggling make positive changes in their lives. We create authentic relationships, understand your school and family systems, work to motivate you to overcome challenges, help you develop new skills, behaviors, and practices, and support you in developing confidence in maintaining changes.
My goal is to help people who are struggling make positive changes in their lives. We create authentic relationships, understand your school and family systems, work to motivate you to overcome challenges, help you develop new skills, behaviors, and practices, and support you in developing confidence in maintaining changes.
Paul Falconer
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LADC1, MCCS
Verified Verified
Swampscott, MA 01907 (Online Only)
Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.
Thank you for your interest in my Teleheath Counseling Services. I do have a few openings for adults who are not court involved. I offer a welcoming and supportive environment where I use my 20 years of mental health and substance abuse counseling experience to help Individuals attain their personal, relationship, and health-based goals. I take a person-centered, strengths-based approach to help with the identification of issues, concerns, and other barriers to self-understanding and well-being. This leads to improved insight and goal clarity, with problem-solving and coping skills tailored to this need.
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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.