Behavioral Issues Therapists in 64153

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Kendra Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
I specialize in the areas of trauma, behavior issues, depression, and anxiety.
Mental Health Matters! There comes times in life when we have days of happiness and then there are days that we feel like we are falling apart. Trust me you are not alone. Therapy can provide you with the needed tools to manage your emotions & find your happiness! "Emotional wellbeing is just as important to us as Breathing is!"
I specialize in the areas of trauma, behavior issues, depression, and anxiety.
Mental Health Matters! There comes times in life when we have days of happiness and then there are days that we feel like we are falling apart. Trust me you are not alone. Therapy can provide you with the needed tools to manage your emotions & find your happiness! "Emotional wellbeing is just as important to us as Breathing is!"
(816) 693-6627 View (816) 693-6627
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John - Epic Growth LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Lastly, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques to help address depression, anxiety, stress, and anger symptoms.
Counseling as a whole is in higher and higher need. We've seen inflation in Missouri and across the US, horrible things happening in current wars, and of course, there is the pandemic we went through that affected literally everyone in the world. We also have, what for many will likely be, a stressful election year. Even without these things, life brings its challenges, but add the stressors we've been through for over 4 years now, in addition to the personal stressors we face, and it only makes sense that many people just like you will benefit from additional support and professional help in processing through life's difficulties.
Lastly, I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) techniques to help address depression, anxiety, stress, and anger symptoms.
Counseling as a whole is in higher and higher need. We've seen inflation in Missouri and across the US, horrible things happening in current wars, and of course, there is the pandemic we went through that affected literally everyone in the world. We also have, what for many will likely be, a stressful election year. Even without these things, life brings its challenges, but add the stressors we've been through for over 4 years now, in addition to the personal stressors we face, and it only makes sense that many people just like you will benefit from additional support and professional help in processing through life's difficulties.
(417) 744-5648 View (417) 744-5648
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Mariah Morse
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
My heart is to provide a safe space, unwavering support, and guidance for you or your loved ones. Drawing from a wealth of experience, I have accompanied individuals from all walks of life to growth and healing. I am experienced with a diverse range of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, family conflicts, and fostering secure attachments between parents and their children. Whether you seek assistance in mental health/ behavioral issues, trauma recovery, or simply need a compassionate companion during life's ups and downs, I am wholeheartedly prepared to embark on this transformative journey with you.
My heart is to provide a safe space, unwavering support, and guidance for you or your loved ones. Drawing from a wealth of experience, I have accompanied individuals from all walks of life to growth and healing. I am experienced with a diverse range of challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, grief, family conflicts, and fostering secure attachments between parents and their children. Whether you seek assistance in mental health/ behavioral issues, trauma recovery, or simply need a compassionate companion during life's ups and downs, I am wholeheartedly prepared to embark on this transformative journey with you.
(816) 312-4767 View (816) 312-4767
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Jennifer Roach Sansone
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
By learning cognitive behavioral techniques, you may be able to change your thinking about a situation, which in turn can change your feelings and behaviors.
I have experience working with adolescents through the older adult populations on many symptoms/diagnoses. Primarily those I work with have had issues relating to depression, anxiety, and trauma. Everyone has it inside of themselves to manage symptoms relating to these issues in addition to medication (when needed). What I have found helpful is talking to someone with empathy, who is nonjudgmental, and willing to listen, as well as having/providing information that will help the individual through these difficult times.
By learning cognitive behavioral techniques, you may be able to change your thinking about a situation, which in turn can change your feelings and behaviors.
I have experience working with adolescents through the older adult populations on many symptoms/diagnoses. Primarily those I work with have had issues relating to depression, anxiety, and trauma. Everyone has it inside of themselves to manage symptoms relating to these issues in addition to medication (when needed). What I have found helpful is talking to someone with empathy, who is nonjudgmental, and willing to listen, as well as having/providing information that will help the individual through these difficult times.
(636) 689-0057 View (636) 689-0057
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Larry McDaniel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
As the Founder of Coyote Hill (coyotehill.org) I have worked with foster children and families in crisis for over 33 years. My counseling focus is on working with youth and adults address anger management, stress, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, religious trauma, and other behavioral and relationship issues with specialized therapeutic approaches that can significantly impact individuals' lives, helping them to heal and grow. In a world that often demands us to mask our struggles, having a space where your feelings are validated, and your experiences are understood can be transformative.
As the Founder of Coyote Hill (coyotehill.org) I have worked with foster children and families in crisis for over 33 years. My counseling focus is on working with youth and adults address anger management, stress, anxiety, trauma and PTSD, grief, religious trauma, and other behavioral and relationship issues with specialized therapeutic approaches that can significantly impact individuals' lives, helping them to heal and grow. In a world that often demands us to mask our struggles, having a space where your feelings are validated, and your experiences are understood can be transformative.
(573) 749-5299 View (573) 749-5299
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Tammy Steiner
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LCPC, LPC, LMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
I am primarily trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and CBT.
Hello! My name is Dr. Tammy Steiner and I am a licensed professional counselor. I love to work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them address a variety of mental health concerns. I have a MS in Psychology, a MS in Clinical Counseling, a MS certificate in Play therapy, and a PhD in Educational Psychology. My internship focused on working with children and adolescents with trauma, depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. I have multiple years of experience delivering evidenced-based interventions to help people to be their best self.
I am primarily trained in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and CBT.
Hello! My name is Dr. Tammy Steiner and I am a licensed professional counselor. I love to work with children, adolescents, and young adults to help them address a variety of mental health concerns. I have a MS in Psychology, a MS in Clinical Counseling, a MS certificate in Play therapy, and a PhD in Educational Psychology. My internship focused on working with children and adolescents with trauma, depression, anxiety and a variety of other mental health issues. I have multiple years of experience delivering evidenced-based interventions to help people to be their best self.
(708) 832-6233 View (708) 832-6233
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Pedro Palomino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
If you are struggling feeling stuck with no sense of direction in life, feeling depressed, anxious, ruminating and struggling with letting go of the past, excessively worrying about the future, angry and unmotivated to engage in previously enjoyed activities and feeling that life is passing you by. Are you someone who is looking to find freedom from unnecessary pain and suffering?
If you are struggling feeling stuck with no sense of direction in life, feeling depressed, anxious, ruminating and struggling with letting go of the past, excessively worrying about the future, angry and unmotivated to engage in previously enjoyed activities and feeling that life is passing you by. Are you someone who is looking to find freedom from unnecessary pain and suffering?
(816) 310-1896 View (816) 310-1896
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Dr. Alex Roberts
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
Do you or your child struggle in school? Have problems paying attention or learning? Or need help identifying what accommodations can help you or your child succeed in school, college, or on exams (AP/IB, ACT/SAT)? I specialize in psychological and psychoeducational testing to help you pinpoint the root cause of these issues and what to do about them. Then, I partner with you to ensure you receive the help and support necessary to succeed in school and do your best. Let’s collaborate to identify what supports or treatments are best to highlight your strengths, reduce your struggles, and help you achieve your goals.
Do you or your child struggle in school? Have problems paying attention or learning? Or need help identifying what accommodations can help you or your child succeed in school, college, or on exams (AP/IB, ACT/SAT)? I specialize in psychological and psychoeducational testing to help you pinpoint the root cause of these issues and what to do about them. Then, I partner with you to ensure you receive the help and support necessary to succeed in school and do your best. Let’s collaborate to identify what supports or treatments are best to highlight your strengths, reduce your struggles, and help you achieve your goals.
(816) 339-9736 View (816) 339-9736
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Resilience Therapy Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
I currently have openings for new clients both during the week and on Saturdays. I have flexibility during weekdays for telehealth. I really enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and couples. Our sessions are always very solutions focused with the focus on helping clients reach their preferred future. My clients appreciate the flexibility and confidentiality of telehealth/virtual sessions. This format also allows me to work with clients all over the state of Missouri.
I currently have openings for new clients both during the week and on Saturdays. I have flexibility during weekdays for telehealth. I really enjoy working with teenagers, adults, and couples. Our sessions are always very solutions focused with the focus on helping clients reach their preferred future. My clients appreciate the flexibility and confidentiality of telehealth/virtual sessions. This format also allows me to work with clients all over the state of Missouri.
(816) 209-1291 View (816) 209-1291
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Melissa Wright
Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT-S, NCC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
"I just want my child to be their normal self again". That is what I often hear at the beginning of therapy. It is very difficult to know how to handle changes like anger, acting out, sadness, or keeping to themselves. These problems affect the child and everyone else involved in their daily lives. I will tailor therapy to meet you and/or your child's specific needs, and work towards getting "back to normal" (or improving on what normal has been).
"I just want my child to be their normal self again". That is what I often hear at the beginning of therapy. It is very difficult to know how to handle changes like anger, acting out, sadness, or keeping to themselves. These problems affect the child and everyone else involved in their daily lives. I will tailor therapy to meet you and/or your child's specific needs, and work towards getting "back to normal" (or improving on what normal has been).
(816) 310-0944 View (816) 310-0944
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MY-E LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LSCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
Clients typically arrive with guilt, shame, grief, loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and a loss of identity. My goal is to free you from negative past experiences and gain empowerment to live your life freely.
Clients typically arrive with guilt, shame, grief, loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD symptoms, and a loss of identity. My goal is to free you from negative past experiences and gain empowerment to live your life freely.
(816) 670-2776 View (816) 670-2776
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Dr. Eric Christian Johnson
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
I work with individuals who are having difficulty regulating their emotions. They are often experiencing a multitude of stressors all at once. The people I see have typically grown up in a traumatic environment and their current experiences are being compounded by past hurts. The combination of outside stressors and past trauma is commonly exasperated by relationship problems with family members. I help people learn to regulate their emotions and manage their stressors during these difficult times.
I work with individuals who are having difficulty regulating their emotions. They are often experiencing a multitude of stressors all at once. The people I see have typically grown up in a traumatic environment and their current experiences are being compounded by past hurts. The combination of outside stressors and past trauma is commonly exasperated by relationship problems with family members. I help people learn to regulate their emotions and manage their stressors during these difficult times.
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Adam Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
The heart and soul of how I help others is as a counselor who meets clients where they are in life, relationships, struggles, and so on - with the goal of gaining your trust and helping move you through discouraging and challenging circumstances, while sharing in God's reality for your life. I believe in the value of working through personal problems and issues in the context of stronger relationships. I will help you with this on a personal level, and in the process of restoring health and relationships with whomever you are intending to build this restored relationship with.
The heart and soul of how I help others is as a counselor who meets clients where they are in life, relationships, struggles, and so on - with the goal of gaining your trust and helping move you through discouraging and challenging circumstances, while sharing in God's reality for your life. I believe in the value of working through personal problems and issues in the context of stronger relationships. I will help you with this on a personal level, and in the process of restoring health and relationships with whomever you are intending to build this restored relationship with.
(816) 307-3814 View (816) 307-3814
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Melvin Baum
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Hello, I am Mel Baum LPC, a therapist in Kansas City for 23 years. I look forward to meeting you and working together to help you find your way to healing and wholeness. Each person is unique I believe in working together in the way that results in the most comfortable experience and best outcome for you situation.
Hello, I am Mel Baum LPC, a therapist in Kansas City for 23 years. I look forward to meeting you and working together to help you find your way to healing and wholeness. Each person is unique I believe in working together in the way that results in the most comfortable experience and best outcome for you situation.
(816) 728-0541 View (816) 728-0541
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Jaresa D Ross-Bey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153
The four pillars of my practice are self-care wellness, building self-love, self-confidence, and self-compassion. Your happiness and mental wellness are the cornerstones of healthy relationships with yourself and others. We all have the insight to resolve any barriers in life. Identifying and developing self-empowerment and having the ability to implement and reinforce personal boundaries provide the vehicle to support one to become aware of what is needed to overcome these obstacles.
The four pillars of my practice are self-care wellness, building self-love, self-confidence, and self-compassion. Your happiness and mental wellness are the cornerstones of healthy relationships with yourself and others. We all have the insight to resolve any barriers in life. Identifying and developing self-empowerment and having the ability to implement and reinforce personal boundaries provide the vehicle to support one to become aware of what is needed to overcome these obstacles.
(816) 495-3907 View (816) 495-3907
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Jodi Mahurin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain? Life's challenges can be tough, but I'm here to support you through them. My approach to therapy is centered around collaboration and understanding, where your unique experiences guide our work together. While there's no one-size-fits-all solution, my goal is to help you discover what is best for you.
Feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or uncertain? Life's challenges can be tough, but I'm here to support you through them. My approach to therapy is centered around collaboration and understanding, where your unique experiences guide our work together. While there's no one-size-fits-all solution, my goal is to help you discover what is best for you.
(816) 451-5758 View (816) 451-5758
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Valerie Owings
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LCPC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
I have openings! My passion is working with children and families, helping them to relate better with one another or to cope with normal family issues in healthier ways. I believe all clients possess the potential to improve their lives. My goal is to offer support and strategies so that clients can decide for themselves what is appropriate for them. I hope to help adult clients gain perspective and understanding of their lives so they are empowered to make meaningful changes for themselves. I now also specialize in working with neurodivergent children and adults.
I have openings! My passion is working with children and families, helping them to relate better with one another or to cope with normal family issues in healthier ways. I believe all clients possess the potential to improve their lives. My goal is to offer support and strategies so that clients can decide for themselves what is appropriate for them. I hope to help adult clients gain perspective and understanding of their lives so they are empowered to make meaningful changes for themselves. I now also specialize in working with neurodivergent children and adults.
(816) 839-6513 View (816) 839-6513
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Adam Lynch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
We are not meant to live life alone, but rather deeply involved in relationships. Some of these relationships are highly successful, while others have come with great loss, significant struggle or just the every day difficulty of learning to live and enjoy life with another person. I believe in the value of working through personal problems in the context of building stronger relationships. I will help you work through this on a personal level or with whomever you are needing to have a restored relationship with.
We are not meant to live life alone, but rather deeply involved in relationships. Some of these relationships are highly successful, while others have come with great loss, significant struggle or just the every day difficulty of learning to live and enjoy life with another person. I believe in the value of working through personal problems in the context of building stronger relationships. I will help you work through this on a personal level or with whomever you are needing to have a restored relationship with.
(816) 327-7967 View (816) 327-7967
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Kayla Taylor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSCSW, LCSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Kansas City, MO 64153
Struggling to help your child understand and manage their big emotions? Unsure what is going on in your middle or high schoolers life and thoughts? Big changes in your family causing stress? Do you feel like your child sees the world differently than you? I am well equipped to serve those who have experienced a variety of challenges including neurodivergence, trauma, grief, parental divorce, anxiety, or depression. I meet my patients where they are, in this moment, and work on what is important to them. Whether working with a toddler or adult, my office has the tools they need to create their best selves.
Struggling to help your child understand and manage their big emotions? Unsure what is going on in your middle or high schoolers life and thoughts? Big changes in your family causing stress? Do you feel like your child sees the world differently than you? I am well equipped to serve those who have experienced a variety of challenges including neurodivergence, trauma, grief, parental divorce, anxiety, or depression. I meet my patients where they are, in this moment, and work on what is important to them. Whether working with a toddler or adult, my office has the tools they need to create their best selves.
(785) 425-0274 View (785) 425-0274
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Empowered Movement
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Kansas City, MO 64153  (Online Only)
Life is beautiful but often/sometimes challenging. Some days we feel confident and happy while other days we may feel alone or overwhelmed. The clients I work with are seeking new tools, skills, techniques and interventions to help them feel better, more in control and empowered on a daily basis. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults and elders experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, low self-esteem and more. Everyone deserves to have a safe space, with unconditional support that allows them to be authentically themselves, always.
Life is beautiful but often/sometimes challenging. Some days we feel confident and happy while other days we may feel alone or overwhelmed. The clients I work with are seeking new tools, skills, techniques and interventions to help them feel better, more in control and empowered on a daily basis. I work with adolescents, young adults, adults and elders experiencing life transitions, anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, low self-esteem and more. Everyone deserves to have a safe space, with unconditional support that allows them to be authentically themselves, always.
(314) 701-8184 View (314) 701-8184
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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.