Therapists in Sugar Land, TX

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Madeleine Werner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Have you noticed a change in you or your child’s behavior lately? Been experiencing any unwanted behaviors such as defiance, declining motivation, isolation, difficulties at school/work, legal troubles, or interpersonal relationship challenges. The child you once new has shifted into a different person, and you’re worried that something internal is going on to cause these behaviors. The school system doesn’t understand that this is not the child you raised and you’re tired of trying to explain how to work with them. It feels like everyone has given up, but I’m here to instill hope that your baby is going to be okay.
Have you noticed a change in you or your child’s behavior lately? Been experiencing any unwanted behaviors such as defiance, declining motivation, isolation, difficulties at school/work, legal troubles, or interpersonal relationship challenges. The child you once new has shifted into a different person, and you’re worried that something internal is going on to cause these behaviors. The school system doesn’t understand that this is not the child you raised and you’re tired of trying to explain how to work with them. It feels like everyone has given up, but I’m here to instill hope that your baby is going to be okay.
(346) 514-3863 View (346) 514-3863
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Attachment & Trauma Center of Houston
LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Children, adolescents and adults are able to express themselves fully to develop self-understanding and new, lasting changes in emotional states and behavior.
Life can be very hard and when we feel hopeless and lost. These problems impact relationships in every area of an individual's life.Our therapists have highly specialized training that focuses on healing and repairing on each client's unique needs. We assist clients to acquire the skills necessary to encourage lasting change and deeper self-understanding. We understand that the level of anxiety and depression are much higher today and taking that first step can be hard. At our center, we use a trust-based approach to assist individuals and families to identify the causes of their distress. Healing is possible!
Children, adolescents and adults are able to express themselves fully to develop self-understanding and new, lasting changes in emotional states and behavior.
Life can be very hard and when we feel hopeless and lost. These problems impact relationships in every area of an individual's life.Our therapists have highly specialized training that focuses on healing and repairing on each client's unique needs. We assist clients to acquire the skills necessary to encourage lasting change and deeper self-understanding. We understand that the level of anxiety and depression are much higher today and taking that first step can be hard. At our center, we use a trust-based approach to assist individuals and families to identify the causes of their distress. Healing is possible!
(281) 784-3304 View (281) 784-3304
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Carolyn Cowl-Witherspoon
PhD
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
in psychology, I understand the complexities and challenges of human behavior and human interactions.
No matter what challenges you’ve endured or you're facing, you are worthy, complex, unique, and capable of striving for and achieving your goals and dreams. I’m here to help. I'll approach our interactions from an open, positive, and empowering perspective. I'll value and celebrate your strengths, courage, accomplishments, and limitless potential. I won't discriminate, judge, demean, or dismiss your concerns. I'll show respect for your beliefs, values, perceptions, and worldview as significant representations of your truth. I'll trust you as the expert in your life. You’re not alone. Let’s work together toward achieving your goals.
in psychology, I understand the complexities and challenges of human behavior and human interactions.
No matter what challenges you’ve endured or you're facing, you are worthy, complex, unique, and capable of striving for and achieving your goals and dreams. I’m here to help. I'll approach our interactions from an open, positive, and empowering perspective. I'll value and celebrate your strengths, courage, accomplishments, and limitless potential. I won't discriminate, judge, demean, or dismiss your concerns. I'll show respect for your beliefs, values, perceptions, and worldview as significant representations of your truth. I'll trust you as the expert in your life. You’re not alone. Let’s work together toward achieving your goals.
(281) 832-8681 View (281) 832-8681
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Janki Amin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479  (Online Only)
I implement a variety of dynamic theories and interventions including interpersonal, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches that will help identify and modify self-defeating behaviors, perceptions and beliefs.
The capacity to heal resides in each and every one of us, however, choosing therapy takes a lot of courage on your part. You are choosing to talk to someone whom you have never met before, and the thought of disclosing personal information to this individual can be anxiety provoking. My goal is to create a safe and transformative environment for you that will help promote a non-judgmental experience full of compassion and acceptance. Through my holistic approach including emotional, physical, social and spiritual well-being, we will work together to create a life that you want.
I implement a variety of dynamic theories and interventions including interpersonal, mindfulness and cognitive behavioral approaches that will help identify and modify self-defeating behaviors, perceptions and beliefs.
The capacity to heal resides in each and every one of us, however, choosing therapy takes a lot of courage on your part. You are choosing to talk to someone whom you have never met before, and the thought of disclosing personal information to this individual can be anxiety provoking. My goal is to create a safe and transformative environment for you that will help promote a non-judgmental experience full of compassion and acceptance. Through my holistic approach including emotional, physical, social and spiritual well-being, we will work together to create a life that you want.
(346) 787-1054 View (346) 787-1054
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Abbie Cecil
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC, CCTP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77498
As such, my therapeutic style is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing(EMDR)/Internal Family Systems(IFS).
Do you have difficulty maintaining focus and a piece of mind? Are you someone who appears to have it all together, but still find yourself experiencing unpredictable emotions, bouts of anxiety and depression that have strained your relationships? Do you have an internal fear that you will be exposed as broken? Trauma serves as a filter, a lens through which a person views the world. Everything is shaded differently. It can have you feeling like “What’s wrong with me?” and “I’ll never feel at home with myself” or “Why does life have to be this hard?”. So now you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to feel relief.
As such, my therapeutic style is rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing(EMDR)/Internal Family Systems(IFS).
Do you have difficulty maintaining focus and a piece of mind? Are you someone who appears to have it all together, but still find yourself experiencing unpredictable emotions, bouts of anxiety and depression that have strained your relationships? Do you have an internal fear that you will be exposed as broken? Trauma serves as a filter, a lens through which a person views the world. Everything is shaded differently. It can have you feeling like “What’s wrong with me?” and “I’ll never feel at home with myself” or “Why does life have to be this hard?”. So now you’re ready to make a change. You’re ready to feel relief.
(832) 345-3105 View (832) 345-3105
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Amy Galpin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and families experiencing behavioral or mood regulation difficulties, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/social issues, ADHD, traumatic events including sexual or physical abuse, and difficulties adjusting to change.
Are you or do you know someone having difficulty relating to their teenager because of difficulties with impulsive or defiant behaviors, dramatic changes in mood, experimentation with drugs or alcohol, or they are just need someone safe to talk to? Have you considered alternative treatments in conjunction with traditional talk therapy including Neurofeedback or Biofeedback?
I have extensive experience working with adolescents and families experiencing behavioral or mood regulation difficulties, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship/social issues, ADHD, traumatic events including sexual or physical abuse, and difficulties adjusting to change.
Are you or do you know someone having difficulty relating to their teenager because of difficulties with impulsive or defiant behaviors, dramatic changes in mood, experimentation with drugs or alcohol, or they are just need someone safe to talk to? Have you considered alternative treatments in conjunction with traditional talk therapy including Neurofeedback or Biofeedback?
(281) 241-6095 View (281) 241-6095
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Dr. Karen L. Jaggers
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC, NBCC, CGRS, CAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Advanced Family Mediator, Life Coach, Grief Specialist, Certified Autism Specialist, Certified Parenting Facilitator, behavior specialist, and educational consultant.
Dr. Karen Jaggers holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. She is well known in the Houston and surrounding communities for her commitment to community mental health issues. Dr. Jaggers was honored to be voted Best Counselor in Katy/Fulshear in 2019 and 2020!
Advanced Family Mediator, Life Coach, Grief Specialist, Certified Autism Specialist, Certified Parenting Facilitator, behavior specialist, and educational consultant.
Dr. Karen Jaggers holds a Doctorate in Clinical Psychology and a Masters Degree in Mental Health Counseling. She is well known in the Houston and surrounding communities for her commitment to community mental health issues. Dr. Jaggers was honored to be voted Best Counselor in Katy/Fulshear in 2019 and 2020!
(832) 726-0961 View (832) 726-0961
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Lara Christian
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, BCN
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77498
As a board certified neurotherapist and licensed professional counselor, I can identify the cause of your symptoms including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep, behavior, performance, and memory issues, among many others. Research has shown you can link these symptoms to specific brain regions and train the brain to function more effectively. Optimize Mind Care specializes in QEEG ("brain mapping") and Neurofeedback ("brain training" or EEG biofeedback). These methods are brain-based techniques that create a treatment approach based on biology and a patient's symptoms, instead of symptoms alone, in order to address the root cause.
As a board certified neurotherapist and licensed professional counselor, I can identify the cause of your symptoms including anxiety, depression, ADHD, sleep, behavior, performance, and memory issues, among many others. Research has shown you can link these symptoms to specific brain regions and train the brain to function more effectively. Optimize Mind Care specializes in QEEG ("brain mapping") and Neurofeedback ("brain training" or EEG biofeedback). These methods are brain-based techniques that create a treatment approach based on biology and a patient's symptoms, instead of symptoms alone, in order to address the root cause.
(713) 255-8304 View (713) 255-8304
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Brittiny Brown - Mindful Health Solutions
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478  (Online Only)
My therapeutic focus includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Holistic Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My ideal client struggles with anxiety, depression, and difficult life adjustments. I enjoy helping patients reach their full potential and helping them navigate through life, especially during difficult times.I believe in achieving high-quality work as a therapist, which means meeting an individual where they are. This looks like listening to someone, without judgment, to understand/analyze their wants and needs. This also means understanding where they are on their journey and trying to find ways in which I can assist them in reaching their goals.
My therapeutic focus includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person-Centered Therapy, Holistic Therapy, and Mindfulness.
My ideal client struggles with anxiety, depression, and difficult life adjustments. I enjoy helping patients reach their full potential and helping them navigate through life, especially during difficult times.I believe in achieving high-quality work as a therapist, which means meeting an individual where they are. This looks like listening to someone, without judgment, to understand/analyze their wants and needs. This also means understanding where they are on their journey and trying to find ways in which I can assist them in reaching their goals.
(832) 261-7556 View (832) 261-7556
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Renewed Mind Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, LCDC-I
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I use an eclectic, integrative approach to therapy with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential and solution-focused methods to help you achieve more balance in your life.
Being understood, being heard and validation of our experiences and feelings is something that we all strive for. I am a passionate mental health counseling professional who offers compassionate and authentic psycho-therapeutic services in a safe, nurturing and collaborative environment. It is my belief that all individuals have the capability to bring about positive change in their lives. My goal is to guide you through appropriate processes and techniques to help you gain the clarity and emotional balance needed to uncover your ideal catalyst for change. I offer individual, couples, family and group therapy.
I use an eclectic, integrative approach to therapy with an emphasis on cognitive-behavioral, humanistic-existential and solution-focused methods to help you achieve more balance in your life.
Being understood, being heard and validation of our experiences and feelings is something that we all strive for. I am a passionate mental health counseling professional who offers compassionate and authentic psycho-therapeutic services in a safe, nurturing and collaborative environment. It is my belief that all individuals have the capability to bring about positive change in their lives. My goal is to guide you through appropriate processes and techniques to help you gain the clarity and emotional balance needed to uncover your ideal catalyst for change. I offer individual, couples, family and group therapy.
(832) 219-6287 View (832) 219-6287
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Adaptive Behavioral Health - Houston
Licensed Professional Counselor, MD, LPC, LCSW, PhD, RN
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Adaptive Behavioral Health is a comprehensive behavioral health agency that focuses on individual strengths and adaptive skill development. We understand that sometimes situations don’t change, so we help children, adolescents, adults and families build the adaptive skills needed to overcome life’s challenges and function at their highest potential.
Adaptive Behavioral Health is a comprehensive behavioral health agency that focuses on individual strengths and adaptive skill development. We understand that sometimes situations don’t change, so we help children, adolescents, adults and families build the adaptive skills needed to overcome life’s challenges and function at their highest potential.
(346) 205-0177 View (346) 205-0177
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Tiffany Chen
Licensed Professional Counselor, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Working as a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping people cope with their issues. I guide my clients in a way that utilizes both their heads and their hearts. Earning my Bachelors of Science in Psychology as well as my Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling has provided me with the knowledge, skill, and technique to work towards guiding clients to work towards peace and growth.The desire to motivate people to work towards their goals developed early in my college years when I worked as a mentor for a local community ministry in a small college town.
Working as a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in helping people cope with their issues. I guide my clients in a way that utilizes both their heads and their hearts. Earning my Bachelors of Science in Psychology as well as my Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling has provided me with the knowledge, skill, and technique to work towards guiding clients to work towards peace and growth.The desire to motivate people to work towards their goals developed early in my college years when I worked as a mentor for a local community ministry in a small college town.
(346) 248-3684 View (346) 248-3684
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Tyrone Obaseki
Licensed Professional Counselor, MDiv, MA, LPC-S, LCDC, LSOTP
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Welcome to Transformative Counseling & Wellness Solutions! We believe in renewing the mind and dealing with the total person! Healing starts with being transparent, and opening up about your life’s journey to your therapist, who responds with compassion, empathy, and wisdom. Our therapeutic relationship can be the building block and the catalyst towards your new life! We provide affordable counseling, traditional & wellness services. If you want to journey beyond life's obstacles, don't hesitate to call. Together we will navigate your path towards freedom, success, and happiness.
Welcome to Transformative Counseling & Wellness Solutions! We believe in renewing the mind and dealing with the total person! Healing starts with being transparent, and opening up about your life’s journey to your therapist, who responds with compassion, empathy, and wisdom. Our therapeutic relationship can be the building block and the catalyst towards your new life! We provide affordable counseling, traditional & wellness services. If you want to journey beyond life's obstacles, don't hesitate to call. Together we will navigate your path towards freedom, success, and happiness.
(832) 562-3196 View (832) 562-3196
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Erica L. Anderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Erica L. Anderson subscribes to use a variety of approaches using an empathetic approach that empowers and motivates her clients to look for rainbows when it's raining. Her belief is determination gets more done than doubt and agrees with Josh Billings, "Life is a grindstone and whether it grinds you down or polishes you up depends on what your made of. Her mission as a therapist is threefold to promote a positive nurturing environment for her clients, spark an enthusiasm for optimism, and provide a strong foundation for life long learning to become an even better you.
Erica L. Anderson subscribes to use a variety of approaches using an empathetic approach that empowers and motivates her clients to look for rainbows when it's raining. Her belief is determination gets more done than doubt and agrees with Josh Billings, "Life is a grindstone and whether it grinds you down or polishes you up depends on what your made of. Her mission as a therapist is threefold to promote a positive nurturing environment for her clients, spark an enthusiasm for optimism, and provide a strong foundation for life long learning to become an even better you.
(832) 261-9142 View (832) 261-9142
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Adrienne Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77498  (Online Only)
I'm Adrienne Parker, and I've worked in mental health for over 9 years, providing individual, group, and family therapy. I have worked with various individuals giving treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Youth Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, Childhood PTSD, Trauma, Self Esteem, ODD, Stress Reduction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Parents of Children with Special Needs. I use client-centered techniques, including TF-CBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, CBT, Psychotherapy, Brief Therapy, and ERP. I believe you are the expert on you, and I respect what your concept of "happy" looks like.
I'm Adrienne Parker, and I've worked in mental health for over 9 years, providing individual, group, and family therapy. I have worked with various individuals giving treatment for Depression, Anxiety, Youth Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Mood Disorders, Adjustment Disorder, Childhood PTSD, Trauma, Self Esteem, ODD, Stress Reduction, Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, and Parents of Children with Special Needs. I use client-centered techniques, including TF-CBT, Imago Relationship Therapy, CBT, Psychotherapy, Brief Therapy, and ERP. I believe you are the expert on you, and I respect what your concept of "happy" looks like.
(832) 604-0959 View (832) 604-0959
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Gladys A Wilson
Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479  (Online Only)
Our lives are filled with seasons, and we cannot run from them. When you feel hurt, broken, betrayed, unloved, and misunderstood, it can cloud your perception of who you are. There is a big world out there and hurt and pain are not the end of your story. It is time to turn the page and write a new chapter of triumph, resilience, victory, love, confidence, and empowerment. Let’s walk together in this journey we call life so that you can be in control and let the world know who you are as a person. The answers are all somewhere deep inside you and we will discover them together. I work with Teens, Adults, and Families as a group.
Our lives are filled with seasons, and we cannot run from them. When you feel hurt, broken, betrayed, unloved, and misunderstood, it can cloud your perception of who you are. There is a big world out there and hurt and pain are not the end of your story. It is time to turn the page and write a new chapter of triumph, resilience, victory, love, confidence, and empowerment. Let’s walk together in this journey we call life so that you can be in control and let the world know who you are as a person. The answers are all somewhere deep inside you and we will discover them together. I work with Teens, Adults, and Families as a group.
(281) 519-6218 View (281) 519-6218
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Houston Center for Christian Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
Life can be really hard. We can help. Serving the Houston area and the State of Texas since 1981 with clinical excellence, we provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We see children 2 and up, teens, and adults. Through integrating our faith and clinical training, we offer biblically sound and psychologically skilled approaches to life’s struggles. Meeting clients where they are, we walk alongside in order to hear and help in a way that brings about lasting change. Our doors are open to clients from all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. We meet in person and virtually.
Life can be really hard. We can help. Serving the Houston area and the State of Texas since 1981 with clinical excellence, we provide a warm, therapeutic, and inviting atmosphere. We see children 2 and up, teens, and adults. Through integrating our faith and clinical training, we offer biblically sound and psychologically skilled approaches to life’s struggles. Meeting clients where they are, we walk alongside in order to hear and help in a way that brings about lasting change. Our doors are open to clients from all religious, ethnic, and cultural backgrounds. We meet in person and virtually.
(832) 793-6597 View (832) 793-6597
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Brent E Crane
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I love working with people who are motivated for something better in their lives but haven’t been able to figure out what’s blocking them from having it. This can include relationships, career, success, sports, family, happiness, confidence and more. Maybe you feel unworthy or incapable of having that something better. Maybe trauma, mental illness or something else you can’t even define knocked you off track. Maybe you never remember being on track because it has been so long since you had that experience. There is hope and together we can find answers.
I love working with people who are motivated for something better in their lives but haven’t been able to figure out what’s blocking them from having it. This can include relationships, career, success, sports, family, happiness, confidence and more. Maybe you feel unworthy or incapable of having that something better. Maybe trauma, mental illness or something else you can’t even define knocked you off track. Maybe you never remember being on track because it has been so long since you had that experience. There is hope and together we can find answers.
(346) 309-0089 View (346) 309-0089
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Dr. Roger D. Vazquez
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77478
I have experience working with a wide variety of life problems and mental health disorders, but my primary interests include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), academic issues, panic/phobias, anger management, addiction, couples, marriage, and family relationship issues.
I have experience working with a wide variety of life problems and mental health disorders, but my primary interests include depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), academic issues, panic/phobias, anger management, addiction, couples, marriage, and family relationship issues.
(281) 666-9607 View (281) 666-9607
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Dr. David Pulley
PsyD
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Sugar Land, TX 77479
Dr. David Pulley "Dr. Dave" earned his bachelor's in psychology from Howard University in DC and obtained both his Master's and Doctorate from Chestnut Hill College in PA. His Doctorate degree is in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in the subject of Soul Mates. As a result, he is known as an expert on soul mates and a pioneer of some of the clinically based models and theories on the subject. Dr. Pulley has created a team of clinical consultants (Tender Loving Care Clinical Consultations) who provide psychologically based consultative support for their client base.
Dr. David Pulley "Dr. Dave" earned his bachelor's in psychology from Howard University in DC and obtained both his Master's and Doctorate from Chestnut Hill College in PA. His Doctorate degree is in Clinical Psychology with a concentration in Marriage and Family Therapy and a specialization in the subject of Soul Mates. As a result, he is known as an expert on soul mates and a pioneer of some of the clinically based models and theories on the subject. Dr. Pulley has created a team of clinical consultants (Tender Loving Care Clinical Consultations) who provide psychologically based consultative support for their client base.
(281) 519-2038 View (281) 519-2038
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.