Behavioral Issues Therapists in Milwaukee, WI
I employ evidence-based practices, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy, all while focusing on individuals' strengths and their own personal narrative.
If you are struggling with negative self-worth and seeking peace in your daily life, I am here to help. Together, we will engage in a collaborative process that allows us both to bring our authentic selves into the therapeutic journey, empowering you to find the peace you deserve. I specialize in working with both children and adults who experience anxiety, depression or other mood related issues, trauma history, as well as experience in working with those on the autism spectrum and their families.
I employ evidence-based practices, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and narrative therapy, all while focusing on individuals' strengths and their own personal narrative.
If you are struggling with negative self-worth and seeking peace in your daily life, I am here to help. Together, we will engage in a collaborative process that allows us both to bring our authentic selves into the therapeutic journey, empowering you to find the peace you deserve. I specialize in working with both children and adults who experience anxiety, depression or other mood related issues, trauma history, as well as experience in working with those on the autism spectrum and their families.
My name is Shannon Smith with SLS Counseling Group, LLC, specializing in providing high quality behavioral and mental health services.
I am a Wisconsin High School Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee (2022), a nationally ranked basketball recruit that went on to play Major D1 basketball and on to play in the NBA. I am now a NBA/PA Program Counselor for the NBA Anti Drug Program providing education sessions, counseling and crisis stabilization to players and families.
My name is Shannon Smith with SLS Counseling Group, LLC, specializing in providing high quality behavioral and mental health services.
I am a Wisconsin High School Basketball Hall of Fame Inductee (2022), a nationally ranked basketball recruit that went on to play Major D1 basketball and on to play in the NBA. I am now a NBA/PA Program Counselor for the NBA Anti Drug Program providing education sessions, counseling and crisis stabilization to players and families.
You might find yourself stuck in familiar patterns—overthinking, people-pleasing, shutting down, or having emotional reactions that don’t fully make sense. You want healthier relationships, clearer communication, and a stronger sense of self, but something keeps pulling you back into old dynamics. You’re likely craving a space that feels safe, grounded, and honest—where you can slow down, understand your emotional world, and make sense of where these patterns began. Together, we can help you build security, confidence, and deeper connection with yourself and others.
You might find yourself stuck in familiar patterns—overthinking, people-pleasing, shutting down, or having emotional reactions that don’t fully make sense. You want healthier relationships, clearer communication, and a stronger sense of self, but something keeps pulling you back into old dynamics. You’re likely craving a space that feels safe, grounded, and honest—where you can slow down, understand your emotional world, and make sense of where these patterns began. Together, we can help you build security, confidence, and deeper connection with yourself and others.
You don’t have to stay stuck between who you were and who you want to be. I help youth and adults heal from trauma, depression, anxiety and a multitude of different life issues through compassionate, culturally responsive therapy. Together, we focus on understanding your story, building emotional awareness, and developing practical tools to restore balance and confidence.
You don’t have to stay stuck between who you were and who you want to be. I help youth and adults heal from trauma, depression, anxiety and a multitude of different life issues through compassionate, culturally responsive therapy. Together, we focus on understanding your story, building emotional awareness, and developing practical tools to restore balance and confidence.
As a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor and AT Therapist my goal is to be a witness to my participant's personal growth by engaging them in an adaptive and creative path of self-exploration. My therapeutic focus is a multicultural connection between an artistic and therapeutic approach to a self-integrative healing according to the participant's needs. I'm experienced working with a wide range of diverse populations, ages, and mental health issues.
As a bilingual (Spanish) Licensed Professional Counselor and AT Therapist my goal is to be a witness to my participant's personal growth by engaging them in an adaptive and creative path of self-exploration. My therapeutic focus is a multicultural connection between an artistic and therapeutic approach to a self-integrative healing according to the participant's needs. I'm experienced working with a wide range of diverse populations, ages, and mental health issues.
I am licensed psychotherapist in the states of Wisconsin and California, with practices at Sofia Therapeutic Solutions, LifeStance Health, Inc and ICF Consultants in Wisconsin. I also work with clients in California and Europe. Medical providers keep referring their patients to me, considering the progress that I have been making over the years with my clients. My style is honest, accepting and results oriented. We will cooperate and you will be able to measure your progress. Further, we will develop successful plan for the post-therapy period of your life to assure your ability to cope in independent manner.
I am licensed psychotherapist in the states of Wisconsin and California, with practices at Sofia Therapeutic Solutions, LifeStance Health, Inc and ICF Consultants in Wisconsin. I also work with clients in California and Europe. Medical providers keep referring their patients to me, considering the progress that I have been making over the years with my clients. My style is honest, accepting and results oriented. We will cooperate and you will be able to measure your progress. Further, we will develop successful plan for the post-therapy period of your life to assure your ability to cope in independent manner.
The scope of my work is focused on meeting the mental and behavioral health needs of adults.
If a technique does not "fit" a client well, the therapeutic alliance is not genuine and the client's desired change might not occur. I combine EMDR, psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, strengths-based, solution-focused, cognitive, and behavioral techniques to help my clients meet their goals.
The scope of my work is focused on meeting the mental and behavioral health needs of adults.
If a technique does not "fit" a client well, the therapeutic alliance is not genuine and the client's desired change might not occur. I combine EMDR, psychodynamic, psychoanalytic, strengths-based, solution-focused, cognitive, and behavioral techniques to help my clients meet their goals.
Heavenly Oasis Christian Counseling Center (HOCCC) passionately focuses on instilling hope and life balance through the intergration of biblical principles and research-based therapeutic interventions. Services rendered in a peaceful oasis dedicated to uplifting Jesus Christ's core commandment, LOVE. I receive genuine pleasure from seeing people transformed and empowered by the renewing of their minds and the cultivation of their God-given strengths, talents and gifts. With over 20 years of experience advocating, assisting and partnering with families "I promise to serve my community with excellence”.
Heavenly Oasis Christian Counseling Center (HOCCC) passionately focuses on instilling hope and life balance through the intergration of biblical principles and research-based therapeutic interventions. Services rendered in a peaceful oasis dedicated to uplifting Jesus Christ's core commandment, LOVE. I receive genuine pleasure from seeing people transformed and empowered by the renewing of their minds and the cultivation of their God-given strengths, talents and gifts. With over 20 years of experience advocating, assisting and partnering with families "I promise to serve my community with excellence”.
I specialize in the treatment of emotional and behavioral dysregulation ranging from suicidal and self-harm behaviors, depression and anxiety to defiance, aggression, ADHD related concerns and social skills difficulties.
I view treatment as a comprehensive effort by the client, their family and any associated professionals to work towards addressing presenting concerns. I help clients move towards their goals with use of individual, family and group therapy; parent coaching, consultation team meetings, and consultation with schools, physicians, and other associated providers to support clients and meet them where they are.
In addition to in-person services in Mequon WI, I can provide tele-therapy services in all psypact states.
I specialize in the treatment of emotional and behavioral dysregulation ranging from suicidal and self-harm behaviors, depression and anxiety to defiance, aggression, ADHD related concerns and social skills difficulties.
I view treatment as a comprehensive effort by the client, their family and any associated professionals to work towards addressing presenting concerns. I help clients move towards their goals with use of individual, family and group therapy; parent coaching, consultation team meetings, and consultation with schools, physicians, and other associated providers to support clients and meet them where they are.
In addition to in-person services in Mequon WI, I can provide tele-therapy services in all psypact states.
Sleep disruptions, behavioral struggles, and unmet expectations can create anxiety for the whole family.
You don’t have to face these moments alone. Together, we can understand your child’s needs, develop strategies to manage stress, and create a path toward a calmer, more connected family life. With years of experience in play therapy, trauma-focused approaches, sensory integration, and infant mental health, I am here to provide the support your family needs.
Sleep disruptions, behavioral struggles, and unmet expectations can create anxiety for the whole family.
You don’t have to face these moments alone. Together, we can understand your child’s needs, develop strategies to manage stress, and create a path toward a calmer, more connected family life. With years of experience in play therapy, trauma-focused approaches, sensory integration, and infant mental health, I am here to provide the support your family needs.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, burdened by fears, and quite simply lost? I think we all have at one time or another. My life has brought me through a winding path and, along the way, I have met some amazing people... clients that are doing their best despite the burden they carry. Despite my two master's degrees and my 20+ years of counseling experience, I continue to get chills when clients have that "ah-ha" moment and start on a new path in their life.
Have you ever felt overwhelmed, stuck, burdened by fears, and quite simply lost? I think we all have at one time or another. My life has brought me through a winding path and, along the way, I have met some amazing people... clients that are doing their best despite the burden they carry. Despite my two master's degrees and my 20+ years of counseling experience, I continue to get chills when clients have that "ah-ha" moment and start on a new path in their life.
I help families of children with health & behavioral challenges using my systemic & developmental training.
I work holistically to address complex problems with physical, social, emotional, and behavioral aspects. I'm a clinical psychologist with experience in academic medicine, evidence-based treatments, neuropsychology & developmental assessment, as well as couples and family therapy. I and RB staff have special expertise with young children and adolescents.
I help families of children with health & behavioral challenges using my systemic & developmental training.
I work holistically to address complex problems with physical, social, emotional, and behavioral aspects. I'm a clinical psychologist with experience in academic medicine, evidence-based treatments, neuropsychology & developmental assessment, as well as couples and family therapy. I and RB staff have special expertise with young children and adolescents.
Feel a need to balance or realign? Are you boggled down by the seemingly never-ending demands of work, home and lack of self-care? Balancing being a parent, friend, employee, partner leaving no room for being an individual? We often find ourselves depleted at the end of the day, and honestly, sometimes first thing in the morning! This can affect how we show up in life. Imagine waking to a feeling of peace instead of the overwhelming dread of an impossible to-do list that continues to grow and doesn't include you.
Feel a need to balance or realign? Are you boggled down by the seemingly never-ending demands of work, home and lack of self-care? Balancing being a parent, friend, employee, partner leaving no room for being an individual? We often find ourselves depleted at the end of the day, and honestly, sometimes first thing in the morning! This can affect how we show up in life. Imagine waking to a feeling of peace instead of the overwhelming dread of an impossible to-do list that continues to grow and doesn't include you.
Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in cycles of anxiety or depression? You may be struggling with intense emotions, negative thought patterns, or urges related to self-harm or suicidal thoughts and want support that feels safe and nonjudgmental.
My goal is to help you feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of your emotions—so you can move forward with greater balance, clarity, and hope.
Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally exhausted, or stuck in cycles of anxiety or depression? You may be struggling with intense emotions, negative thought patterns, or urges related to self-harm or suicidal thoughts and want support that feels safe and nonjudgmental.
My goal is to help you feel calmer, more confident, and more in control of your emotions—so you can move forward with greater balance, clarity, and hope.
I am integrative in my approach and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools in addition to interpersonal and mindfulness approaches.
It is no easy decision to seek therapy. To look with someone at what hurts. To find hope, relief, and perspective, and to grow through this. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with people in many settings including academic medical hospitals, the VA, college counseling, and an American Indian Reservation. I have extensive experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, and life transitions. No matter what brings you to therapy, my goal is to provide a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
I am integrative in my approach and use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) tools in addition to interpersonal and mindfulness approaches.
It is no easy decision to seek therapy. To look with someone at what hurts. To find hope, relief, and perspective, and to grow through this. Throughout my career, I’ve worked with people in many settings including academic medical hospitals, the VA, college counseling, and an American Indian Reservation. I have extensive experience helping individuals with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, PTSD, and life transitions. No matter what brings you to therapy, my goal is to provide a safe, welcoming space where you feel heard, supported, and empowered.
Opening up to someone new can be scary so my top priority is to create an environment that feels secure, a place that can contain the multitudes of the highest of joys and the scariest scaries. The relationships that stem from this environment then, is the strong foundation for therapy. My specialties include EMDR therapy, religious trauma, & helping people reshape their own narratives, putting themselves as the main character in their own story being written. I strive to remove the stigmas surrounding the common portrayals of stodgy, clinical therapy, & replace them with a more personal and relaxed therapeutic style.
Opening up to someone new can be scary so my top priority is to create an environment that feels secure, a place that can contain the multitudes of the highest of joys and the scariest scaries. The relationships that stem from this environment then, is the strong foundation for therapy. My specialties include EMDR therapy, religious trauma, & helping people reshape their own narratives, putting themselves as the main character in their own story being written. I strive to remove the stigmas surrounding the common portrayals of stodgy, clinical therapy, & replace them with a more personal and relaxed therapeutic style.
I’m passionate about helping people navigate difficult seasons of life while building resilience, confidence, and self-understanding. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Social Work and have experience working in school, outpatient and higher levels of care. My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a safe space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
I’m passionate about helping people navigate difficult seasons of life while building resilience, confidence, and self-understanding. I earned my Master’s in Clinical Social Work and have experience working in school, outpatient and higher levels of care. My approach is compassionate, down-to-earth, and focused on creating a safe space where clients can feel comfortable being themselves. I enjoy working with individuals experiencing anxiety, stress, life transitions, and relationship challenges.
Life can look completely fine on the outside while feeling overwhelming on the inside. Maybe you’re stuck in survival mode, carrying the weight of past experiences, or simply exhausted from being the one who holds it all together. Whatever your situation is, I’m here to help you navigate it.
I work with children, teens, and adults who are ready for something to change—even if they’re not quite sure where to start. Therapy with me is a space where you can be honest, messy, emotional. No judgment. No pressure to have it all figured out.
Life can look completely fine on the outside while feeling overwhelming on the inside. Maybe you’re stuck in survival mode, carrying the weight of past experiences, or simply exhausted from being the one who holds it all together. Whatever your situation is, I’m here to help you navigate it.
I work with children, teens, and adults who are ready for something to change—even if they’re not quite sure where to start. Therapy with me is a space where you can be honest, messy, emotional. No judgment. No pressure to have it all figured out.
I typically use behavioral therapy.
Trusting people again after experiencing a traumatic relationship may feel impossible. Asking for help with stress may seem daunting. Traumatic stress may be making it difficult for you to function in daily tasks and to enjoy life the way you used to. Life changes may be making it hard for you to navigate your relationships and career. You may feel on-edge and may tend to doubt your feelings and thoughts, wondering if they’re valid. Getting help with life after a traumatic relationship doesn’t need to be scary. I am specialized in helping you move forward with life in a healthy way.
I typically use behavioral therapy.
Trusting people again after experiencing a traumatic relationship may feel impossible. Asking for help with stress may seem daunting. Traumatic stress may be making it difficult for you to function in daily tasks and to enjoy life the way you used to. Life changes may be making it hard for you to navigate your relationships and career. You may feel on-edge and may tend to doubt your feelings and thoughts, wondering if they’re valid. Getting help with life after a traumatic relationship doesn’t need to be scary. I am specialized in helping you move forward with life in a healthy way.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
I have a passion for helping people get through personal emotional distress. My goal is to work with you to find a treatment plan that works for you in order to create the best recovery.
I often use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy in my practice.
I have a passion for helping people get through personal emotional distress. My goal is to work with you to find a treatment plan that works for you in order to create the best recovery.
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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.