Behavioral Issues Therapists in Thornwood, NY

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Barbara Block
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
I have training in a variety of approaches, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral I tailor my approach to meet each person's unique needs and goals.
At times, life can be particularly painful and/or challenging. Sometimes the reasons are clear; sometimes you may have no idea why you feel the way you do. Talking with a well-trained empathic therapist can be a great source of comfort and support. It can help you clarify and change the unhealthy patterns in your life.
I have training in a variety of approaches, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral I tailor my approach to meet each person's unique needs and goals.
At times, life can be particularly painful and/or challenging. Sometimes the reasons are clear; sometimes you may have no idea why you feel the way you do. Talking with a well-trained empathic therapist can be a great source of comfort and support. It can help you clarify and change the unhealthy patterns in your life.
(914) 357-4714 View (914) 357-4714
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Courtney Carey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
After receiving my graduate degree from Boston University, I pursued additional training in trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy, parent/teen mediation, addiction training, and motivational interviewing.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at Greenwich Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
After receiving my graduate degree from Boston University, I pursued additional training in trauma focused cognitive behavior therapy, parent/teen mediation, addiction training, and motivational interviewing.
Have you wondered if you would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. As a senior therapist at Greenwich Psychology Group, I enjoy working with children and adolescents that may be struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, behavioral or family issues. You can talk to me about anything; nothing will surprise me. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
(347) 501-8171 View (347) 501-8171
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Suzanne Schuster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
After receiving my graduate degree from the Silberman School of CUNY, I pursued intensive training at the institute for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral treatments and EMDR.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
After receiving my graduate degree from the Silberman School of CUNY, I pursued intensive training at the institute for Psychoanalysis and Psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral treatments and EMDR.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? I offer a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I can help your child explore their feelings, make sense of their experience, and develop their full potential. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to learn how to deal with their challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see improved well-being early on in therapy.
(347) 252-8296 View (347) 252-8296
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Joanna Clayton
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFTA
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
I am a Licensed Family Therapist Associate with specialized training in Cognitive behavioral therapy, TFCBT, Family Therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
I am a Licensed Family Therapist Associate with specialized training in Cognitive behavioral therapy, TFCBT, Family Therapy, and applied behavior analysis.
Have you wondered if your child or adolescent would benefit from therapy? Our Practice offers a complimentary consultation to discuss any questions you may have. I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who may be struggling with school issues, depression, anxiety, ADHD, behavioral and family issues, and autism spectrum disorders. You can talk to me about anything. I am accessible to parents and easy to talk to. I focus on your child, recognize their strengths, and develop tools to become their own therapist by learning how to deal with challenges. Clients often feel better early on in treatment.
(646) 808-0738 View (646) 808-0738
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Judith Zackson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
Have you wondered if therapy can be helpful to your adolescent or young adult? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to work through the challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see a reduction in symptoms and improved well-being early on in therapy.
Have you wondered if therapy can be helpful to your adolescent or young adult? I offer a complimentary phone consultation to discuss any questions you may have. You can talk to me about anything; nothing you tell me will shock or surprise me. I can help your child become their own therapist by learning techniques and coping strategies to work through the challenges in their lives. I work well with children and adolescents struggling with anxiety, depression, social issues, learning issues, attention deficit disorder, and body image issues. Clients often see a reduction in symptoms and improved well-being early on in therapy.
(347) 752-5318 View (347) 752-5318
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Diana Korall Cohen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornwood, NY 10594  (Online Only)
I am interested in assisting and supporting individuals with various needs and concerns. I particularly enjoy working with families with young children. I believed it is extremely important to have emotional and therapeutic support when faced with difficulties in your life. We will create and work towards your goals together. I want individuals to feel like our sessions are a safe place to talk freely. I also offer clinical supervision to clinicians who feel they may need both therapeutic and emotional support. I am trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) and various play therapy techniques.
I am interested in assisting and supporting individuals with various needs and concerns. I particularly enjoy working with families with young children. I believed it is extremely important to have emotional and therapeutic support when faced with difficulties in your life. We will create and work towards your goals together. I want individuals to feel like our sessions are a safe place to talk freely. I also offer clinical supervision to clinicians who feel they may need both therapeutic and emotional support. I am trained in Child Parent Psychotherapy (CPP), Trauma Systems Therapy (TST) and various play therapy techniques.
(914) 415-4350 View (914) 415-4350
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Susan Guiney
EdD, Cl Hyp
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
Do you know a highly successful individual who feels stuck? Who feels that there is more to life and longs for better health, more wealth and happiness? Does this sound familiar to you? Whether it's feelings of anxiety, issues with self confidence, sleep issues, finding your purpose in life or managing your emotions, I can help you uncover the root cause of these feelings and free yourself from the obsolete beliefs and behaviors that keep you from living the life you always dreamed of living. As a "brain trainer", learning leader, and Supt. of Schools I have helped 1000's of children, teens, and adults find personal success.
Do you know a highly successful individual who feels stuck? Who feels that there is more to life and longs for better health, more wealth and happiness? Does this sound familiar to you? Whether it's feelings of anxiety, issues with self confidence, sleep issues, finding your purpose in life or managing your emotions, I can help you uncover the root cause of these feelings and free yourself from the obsolete beliefs and behaviors that keep you from living the life you always dreamed of living. As a "brain trainer", learning leader, and Supt. of Schools I have helped 1000's of children, teens, and adults find personal success.
(914) 342-7383 View (914) 342-7383
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Beth Donath-Tish
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Thornwood, NY 10594  (Online Only)
I am a LCSW-R who has extensive experience working with adolescents and their parents. I treat areas of depression, anxiety, school related issues and relationship issues. I have been providing services for the last 25 years and have been able to help our teenage population on many different levels. In addition I have also provided individual services to adults in whom are in need of support and guidance. I also provide Supervision to students who are in Graduate School that need someone to help guide them and help them prepare for their LMSW and or LCSW.
I am a LCSW-R who has extensive experience working with adolescents and their parents. I treat areas of depression, anxiety, school related issues and relationship issues. I have been providing services for the last 25 years and have been able to help our teenage population on many different levels. In addition I have also provided individual services to adults in whom are in need of support and guidance. I also provide Supervision to students who are in Graduate School that need someone to help guide them and help them prepare for their LMSW and or LCSW.
(646) 386-2247 View (646) 386-2247
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Cindy Witkow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-SSWS
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
Are you finding it difficult to manage and cope with everyday life and struggle to get through the day? Asking for help is the first step in getting to a better place - a place where you can practice compassion and have space to give and receive love from others. I believe therapy is not “one size fits all,” but rather a journey to find what works for each individual.
Are you finding it difficult to manage and cope with everyday life and struggle to get through the day? Asking for help is the first step in getting to a better place - a place where you can practice compassion and have space to give and receive love from others. I believe therapy is not “one size fits all,” but rather a journey to find what works for each individual.
(516) 715-5434 View (516) 715-5434
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Dr. Sonia Jimenez
PhD
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
I am a clinical psychologist post doctoral fellow with expertise in treating children and young adults in a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, academic and career struggles, and self-esteem issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from children, adolescents, college and graduate students to parents and executives. Whether your child is experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck, I can help your child get their life back on track and reach their full potential. My clients often see reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
I am a clinical psychologist post doctoral fellow with expertise in treating children and young adults in a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, academic and career struggles, and self-esteem issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from children, adolescents, college and graduate students to parents and executives. Whether your child is experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck, I can help your child get their life back on track and reach their full potential. My clients often see reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
(929) 345-3656 View (929) 345-3656
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Dr. Brant Anderson
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD, JD
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in treating a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues, and career issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from adolescents, adults, parents to executives. I am compassionate, easy to talk to, and real. Whether you are experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck in your career, I can help get your life back on track and reach your full potential. My clients often see a reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
I am a clinical psychologist with expertise in treating a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, sexual issues, and career issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from adolescents, adults, parents to executives. I am compassionate, easy to talk to, and real. Whether you are experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck in your career, I can help get your life back on track and reach your full potential. My clients often see a reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
(646) 791-3508 View (646) 791-3508
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Dr. Jesse Metzger
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
I am a Columbia-trained clinical psychologist with expertise in treating a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, academic and career struggles, and self-esteem issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from college and graduate students to senior executives. I am compassionate, easy to talk to, and real. Whether you are experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck, I can help get your life back on track and reach your full potential. My clients often see reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
I am a Columbia-trained clinical psychologist with expertise in treating a variety of life difficulties, including anxiety, depression, academic and career struggles, and self-esteem issues. I work well with a variety of clients, from college and graduate students to senior executives. I am compassionate, easy to talk to, and real. Whether you are experiencing chronic feelings of anxiety, unhappiness, or procrastinating and feeling stuck, I can help get your life back on track and reach your full potential. My clients often see reduction in symptoms and improvement early on in treatment.
(347) 342-1515 View (347) 342-1515
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Jana Wu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornwood, NY 10594
Substance use disorders treatment can save your or a loved one’s life. For over 15 years, I have enjoyed working with individuals and families to elicit positive change in their lives. As the Outpatient Services Program Manager at Mountainside treatment center in Wilton, I implement Acceptance Commitment Therapy, as well as somatic and experiential therapies to help my clients engage more fully in what gives them a sense of meaning and purposefulness in their lives. I also like to incorporate mindfulness and breathwork through my experience as a yoga teacher.
Substance use disorders treatment can save your or a loved one’s life. For over 15 years, I have enjoyed working with individuals and families to elicit positive change in their lives. As the Outpatient Services Program Manager at Mountainside treatment center in Wilton, I implement Acceptance Commitment Therapy, as well as somatic and experiential therapies to help my clients engage more fully in what gives them a sense of meaning and purposefulness in their lives. I also like to incorporate mindfulness and breathwork through my experience as a yoga teacher.
(844) 256-5374 View (844) 256-5374
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Dennis Thornton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Thornwood, NY 10594
Not accepting new clients
Isn't it frustrating to be confronted with life issues that can cause hardship and emotional pain. That despite your best efforts a more desirable outcome seems illusive. Sometimes, we all need a helping hand to identify and initiate more effective life strategies. I can help you promote desirable changes with either long standing personal issues or more acute ones that have been brought on by circumstances or unfortunate life events. No matter what the situation, the opportunity for positive change is always present.
Isn't it frustrating to be confronted with life issues that can cause hardship and emotional pain. That despite your best efforts a more desirable outcome seems illusive. Sometimes, we all need a helping hand to identify and initiate more effective life strategies. I can help you promote desirable changes with either long standing personal issues or more acute ones that have been brought on by circumstances or unfortunate life events. No matter what the situation, the opportunity for positive change is always present.
(914) 295-0658 View (914) 295-0658
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Brenda DeEsso
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Thornwood, NY 10594
Not accepting new clients
I help those who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed, wanting to make and see changes for themselves, or struggling with feeling disconnected to their authentic self. This may be due to personal challenges, past events, relationships conflicts, or life transitions. I work with adults, young adults, adolescents and couples. My clients and I work together toward meeting desired results and creating a balanced management of life stressors.
I help those who are feeling overwhelmed and stressed, wanting to make and see changes for themselves, or struggling with feeling disconnected to their authentic self. This may be due to personal challenges, past events, relationships conflicts, or life transitions. I work with adults, young adults, adolescents and couples. My clients and I work together toward meeting desired results and creating a balanced management of life stressors.
(914) 303-5424 View (914) 303-5424

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Laura M. Greene
LMSW, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Pleasantville, NY 10570  (Online Only)
I am a licensed social worker and behavior analyst, with a decade of experience working with children and adults to bring about meaningful and positive change through the use of behavioral techniques. I am passionate about empowering individuals on the autism spectrum! My approach is strength-based and client centered, with a focus on creating a strong working alliance. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness techniques to build resilience, improve self-regulation, and enhance well being. Together, we will develop coping strategies needed to create positive change.
I am a licensed social worker and behavior analyst, with a decade of experience working with children and adults to bring about meaningful and positive change through the use of behavioral techniques. I am passionate about empowering individuals on the autism spectrum! My approach is strength-based and client centered, with a focus on creating a strong working alliance. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, psychodynamic approaches, and mindfulness techniques to build resilience, improve self-regulation, and enhance well being. Together, we will develop coping strategies needed to create positive change.
(845) 448-0628 View (845) 448-0628
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Alissa A Gleacher
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Chappaqua, NY 10514
Cognitive Behavioral Psychology Services is a specialized mental health practice serving children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of adjustment, transitional, and mental health issues. Dr. Gleacher is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, mood, behavior, and school-related difficulties utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques as well as other evidence-based treatment techniques.
Cognitive Behavioral Psychology Services is a specialized mental health practice serving children, adolescents, and adults with a variety of adjustment, transitional, and mental health issues. Dr. Gleacher is a licensed psychologist who specializes in the treatment of children, adolescents, and adults with anxiety, mood, behavior, and school-related difficulties utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy techniques as well as other evidence-based treatment techniques.
(646) 480-2818 View (646) 480-2818
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Amy Bernstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, SEP
Verified Verified
Pleasantville, NY 10570
Making the decision to change takes courage. When that change involves our private inner world, it takes the most courage of all. My work is centered on helping clients gain freedom from the complaints that brought them in. My aim is to be an unwavering ally and partner in this journey. We will work together to dismantle belief and behavior patterns that interfere with finding joy and the freedom to live as fully as possible. My areas of specialty are relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, problematic behaviors with food, and out-of-control behaviors of all kind.
Making the decision to change takes courage. When that change involves our private inner world, it takes the most courage of all. My work is centered on helping clients gain freedom from the complaints that brought them in. My aim is to be an unwavering ally and partner in this journey. We will work together to dismantle belief and behavior patterns that interfere with finding joy and the freedom to live as fully as possible. My areas of specialty are relationship difficulties, life transitions, anxiety, trauma, problematic behaviors with food, and out-of-control behaviors of all kind.
(917) 746-7306 View (917) 746-7306
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Donna Herman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pleasantville, NY 10570
The work I do is primarity cognitive behavioral therapy enabling the client to work on core issues which are most persistent in their lives.
I started my social work career working with children and families. This experience has helped to shape my work with clients and to understand how our experiences in our own families affect our lives. Since I have been in the field for over 30 years, I utilize both my analytic training (four years post masters) as well my roots as a social worker. I believe in enabling clients to work in the here and now to make good choices based on sound understanding of their motivations. My experience is wide ranging but working with clients who have depression and anxiety is a specialty as well as clients suffering from OCD. For the past 15 years I have worked with adult children of alcoholics as well as those in early recovery from a variety of addictions including drug, alcohol, smoking, gambling and shopping. I look forward to meeting with you and to encourage and support you on your journey of self discovery.
The work I do is primarity cognitive behavioral therapy enabling the client to work on core issues which are most persistent in their lives.
I started my social work career working with children and families. This experience has helped to shape my work with clients and to understand how our experiences in our own families affect our lives. Since I have been in the field for over 30 years, I utilize both my analytic training (four years post masters) as well my roots as a social worker. I believe in enabling clients to work in the here and now to make good choices based on sound understanding of their motivations. My experience is wide ranging but working with clients who have depression and anxiety is a specialty as well as clients suffering from OCD. For the past 15 years I have worked with adult children of alcoholics as well as those in early recovery from a variety of addictions including drug, alcohol, smoking, gambling and shopping. I look forward to meeting with you and to encourage and support you on your journey of self discovery.
(914) 458-2966 x1 View (914) 458-2966 x1
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Westchester Psychotherapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasantville, NY 10570  (Online Only)
Specialized practitioners of Westchester Psychotherapy are highly trained and experienced and work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
Have you been feeling stressed out or anxious lately? Perhaps you are feeling depressed or having trouble with relationships. Maybe you just want to feel more fulfilled in life. You might be worried about your adolescent. Maybe you've been told by your child's school that his/her behavior is out of control or that he/she seems depressed. Perhaps they are being bullied, cutting themselves or suffering from low self-esteem. My name is Alison Varianides and I am the Founder of Westchester Psychotherapy- a Private Group Practice specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults.
Specialized practitioners of Westchester Psychotherapy are highly trained and experienced and work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues in a relaxed and comfortable setting.
Have you been feeling stressed out or anxious lately? Perhaps you are feeling depressed or having trouble with relationships. Maybe you just want to feel more fulfilled in life. You might be worried about your adolescent. Maybe you've been told by your child's school that his/her behavior is out of control or that he/she seems depressed. Perhaps they are being bullied, cutting themselves or suffering from low self-esteem. My name is Alison Varianides and I am the Founder of Westchester Psychotherapy- a Private Group Practice specializing in the treatment of children, adolescents and adults.
(914) 806-7376 View (914) 806-7376

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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.