Behavioral Issues Therapists in Baldwin Hills, CA
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I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy and family systems approaches, with a focus on the mind/body/behavior influence on mental and emotional health.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience in the field. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them get back in balance, feel and act more like themselves, to feel empowered and better able to effectively manage their lives. I help people to feel more in control over their circumstances: their own thoughts and feelings, their relationships, and their responsibilities. My approach to therapy is client and family centered, warm, nonjudgmental, solution-focused, and strength-based.
I integrate cognitive behavioral therapy and family systems approaches, with a focus on the mind/body/behavior influence on mental and emotional health.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years experience in the field. I work collaboratively with my clients to help them get back in balance, feel and act more like themselves, to feel empowered and better able to effectively manage their lives. I help people to feel more in control over their circumstances: their own thoughts and feelings, their relationships, and their responsibilities. My approach to therapy is client and family centered, warm, nonjudgmental, solution-focused, and strength-based.
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Anthony Chambers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baldwin Hills, CA 90008 (Online Only)
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, young adults and families. My approach to therapy centers on my desire to help clients discover, learn, grow and heal. In order to facilitate meaningful change, I use various evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior therapy. I believe that clients are resourceful and possess a unique set of strengths that will aid them in the therapeutic process.
I am a licensed Marriage and Family therapist with over 12 years of experience treating children, adolescents, young adults and families. My approach to therapy centers on my desire to help clients discover, learn, grow and heal. In order to facilitate meaningful change, I use various evidence-based treatments including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Dialectical Behavior therapy. I believe that clients are resourceful and possess a unique set of strengths that will aid them in the therapeutic process.
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Claudia Williams
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baldwin Hills, CA 90008
“We grow through what we have gone through” Let’s be honest, life is tough, especially when trying to maintain a work/life balance and forget all the pain we have experienced in the past. Black men and women have their own unique set of challenges, but one commonality is the societal pressures, the weight of expectations, and the layers of individual and generational traumas that leave us confused, hurt, scared, and seeking answers. Despite these feelings you are experiencing, always remember, you still have the ability to control your own path even when things appear out of control.
“We grow through what we have gone through” Let’s be honest, life is tough, especially when trying to maintain a work/life balance and forget all the pain we have experienced in the past. Black men and women have their own unique set of challenges, but one commonality is the societal pressures, the weight of expectations, and the layers of individual and generational traumas that leave us confused, hurt, scared, and seeking answers. Despite these feelings you are experiencing, always remember, you still have the ability to control your own path even when things appear out of control.
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Earline Glover
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baldwin Hills, CA 90008 (Online Only)
As a therapist, my goal is to support and empower my clients in their journey towards overcoming the challenges in their life. I believe in a holistic and compassionate approach, where each person’s unique experiences and strengths are honored. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. Through a combination of evidence-based therapies and personalized approaches, I work collaboratively with each client to uncover their strengths and build resilience. I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship, trust and understanding.
As a therapist, my goal is to support and empower my clients in their journey towards overcoming the challenges in their life. I believe in a holistic and compassionate approach, where each person’s unique experiences and strengths are honored. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where clients feel heard, understood, and supported. Through a combination of evidence-based therapies and personalized approaches, I work collaboratively with each client to uncover their strengths and build resilience. I believe in the power of a strong therapeutic relationship, trust and understanding.
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Tasleem Suttles
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Baldwin Hills, CA 90008
“Imperfection is not our personal problem – it is a natural part of existing.” (Tara Brach). I understand that life can be challenging and has its “faults” but it's simply how we choose to manage it. We might often beat ourselves up for lack of follow-through, discipline, or motivation. As Tara Brach stated, we are humans, and being imperfect is a natural part of life. We might fail to realize that being human means making mistakes. While working closely together, I intend to create a space where you can be unapologetically yourself, and not worry about the “shoulds” in life.
“Imperfection is not our personal problem – it is a natural part of existing.” (Tara Brach). I understand that life can be challenging and has its “faults” but it's simply how we choose to manage it. We might often beat ourselves up for lack of follow-through, discipline, or motivation. As Tara Brach stated, we are humans, and being imperfect is a natural part of life. We might fail to realize that being human means making mistakes. While working closely together, I intend to create a space where you can be unapologetically yourself, and not worry about the “shoulds” in life.
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Daniya Ahmed
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MSMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Baldwin Hills, CA 90008
Have you found yourself feeling increasingly anxious, worried, and stuck in patterns that cause you harm? Are you looking to develop better habits whether its boundaries with parents, healthy dating, or stress management? The current political and humanitarian climate might also be causing a sense of despair and re-trigger any past trauma or stress. My clients come to my therapy room to have a safe space to unwind, explore, rewire, breakdown, and find some grounding. I use a combination of mind-body teachings to guide you in exploring present triggers, the creation and history of them, & ways to release them in and out of session.
Have you found yourself feeling increasingly anxious, worried, and stuck in patterns that cause you harm? Are you looking to develop better habits whether its boundaries with parents, healthy dating, or stress management? The current political and humanitarian climate might also be causing a sense of despair and re-trigger any past trauma or stress. My clients come to my therapy room to have a safe space to unwind, explore, rewire, breakdown, and find some grounding. I use a combination of mind-body teachings to guide you in exploring present triggers, the creation and history of them, & ways to release them in and out of session.
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Kasey Phillips Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Baldwin Hills, CA 90008 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
My goal is to plant seeds of change in people who are seeking growth and insight. It's often difficult to seek assistance and once the search begins it is often halted if the right connection isn't made between the client and therapist. I am here to provide a safe space where feelings to be processed and perspectives can be explored.
My goal is to plant seeds of change in people who are seeking growth and insight. It's often difficult to seek assistance and once the search begins it is often halted if the right connection isn't made between the client and therapist. I am here to provide a safe space where feelings to be processed and perspectives can be explored.
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Trennell Palacio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PPSC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90037 (Online Only)
Is your child seeking a safe space for them to process their thoughts and emotions? I specialize with working with young children (6-12), children with disabilities who have behavioral, social emotional difficulties, and adolescents (13-17) who struggle with trauma related issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, and suicidal tendencies. This period of your child's life has the potential to be filled with the best memories of youth and freedom but are often weighed down by anxiety and feelings of sadness.
Is your child seeking a safe space for them to process their thoughts and emotions? I specialize with working with young children (6-12), children with disabilities who have behavioral, social emotional difficulties, and adolescents (13-17) who struggle with trauma related issues like anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, stress, and suicidal tendencies. This period of your child's life has the potential to be filled with the best memories of youth and freedom but are often weighed down by anxiety and feelings of sadness.
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Charles Johnson
Pre-Licensed Professional, (PsyD), MBA
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90008
Waitlist for new clients
My trauma and culture informed approach to delivering care to client employs psychoanalytic, behavioral, and motivational interviewing methods and techniques.
I have more than 30 years of experience in counseling, social services, and mental health services. My mission is to create a resilient, responsible individual by adding tools to achieve goals, build relationships, and communicate effectively. My practice has a focus on Black males of all ages, helping families overcome crisis, and working with couples and individuals. I work with clients to help them build life skills to overcome challenges (Resilience) associated with environmental traumatic stress, relationship connections, transition stagnation, and behavioral challenges from historical mistreatment.
My trauma and culture informed approach to delivering care to client employs psychoanalytic, behavioral, and motivational interviewing methods and techniques.
I have more than 30 years of experience in counseling, social services, and mental health services. My mission is to create a resilient, responsible individual by adding tools to achieve goals, build relationships, and communicate effectively. My practice has a focus on Black males of all ages, helping families overcome crisis, and working with couples and individuals. I work with clients to help them build life skills to overcome challenges (Resilience) associated with environmental traumatic stress, relationship connections, transition stagnation, and behavioral challenges from historical mistreatment.
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My approach combines mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic and person-centered therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over five years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including self-esteem, self-worth, depression, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, career challenges, and grief & loss.
My approach combines mindfulness practices, cognitive-behavioral, humanistic and person-centered therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in California with over five years of experience. I have worked with clients with various concerns, including self-esteem, self-worth, depression, anxiety, family issues, relationship issues, career challenges, and grief & loss.
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Mr. Robenson Dorvil is a Psy. D. candidate at The Chicago School who practices individual and family therapy under his supervisors for almost 4 years, specializing working with couple, children and adolescents. He provides school-based counseling, group session and support services for many children in elementary, middle, and high school in the areas of Southern California. He works closely with his supervisors to provide support and treatment in developing behavior performance management for children in academic, social, emotional and other personal issues. He is diligent, great listener, and patient in working with clients.
Mr. Robenson Dorvil is a Psy. D. candidate at The Chicago School who practices individual and family therapy under his supervisors for almost 4 years, specializing working with couple, children and adolescents. He provides school-based counseling, group session and support services for many children in elementary, middle, and high school in the areas of Southern California. He works closely with his supervisors to provide support and treatment in developing behavior performance management for children in academic, social, emotional and other personal issues. He is diligent, great listener, and patient in working with clients.
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My name is Eric Saprid and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focus, motivational interviewing, and spirituality. Common theoretical approaches that I integrate into my practice are Cognitive Theory, Humanistic approach, and Erikson's Stages of Development. I have vast experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in my practice.
My name is Eric Saprid and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I am also a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional. I believe in treating everyone with respect, compassion, and sensitivity. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, solution-focus, motivational interviewing, and spirituality. Common theoretical approaches that I integrate into my practice are Cognitive Theory, Humanistic approach, and Erikson's Stages of Development. I have vast experience using cognitive behavioral therapy and motivational interviewing in my practice.
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The Champion Therapy Center LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
We offer play therapy, solution focus therapy, task center approach and behavior modification techniques.
My focus is to help individuals heal, become inspired, and aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by listening to your concerns, customizing a treatment plan, and being a part of your support team.
We offer play therapy, solution focus therapy, task center approach and behavior modification techniques.
My focus is to help individuals heal, become inspired, and aware of their inner strengths. I achieve this by listening to your concerns, customizing a treatment plan, and being a part of your support team.
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Ericka Battaglia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Inglewood, CA 90302
Through trauma-informed therapy, I provide a humanistic approach to supporting wellness through cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and somatic therapeutic framework.
Therapy is a step in becoming a better you. My goal is to collaborate with you to deepen your focus and understanding of self. It is common for us to build walls, disengage boundaries, and allow traumatic experiences to affect us everyday. My goal is to support you through your journey in becoming a better human.
Through trauma-informed therapy, I provide a humanistic approach to supporting wellness through cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, and somatic therapeutic framework.
Therapy is a step in becoming a better you. My goal is to collaborate with you to deepen your focus and understanding of self. It is common for us to build walls, disengage boundaries, and allow traumatic experiences to affect us everyday. My goal is to support you through your journey in becoming a better human.
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Flora Harris
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
Trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as IMAGO Therapy, a style of relationship therapy designed to help conflict within relationships become opportunities for healing and growth, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT(TF-CBT), Depression Treatment Quality Improvement (DTQI), Seeking Safety and DBT for anger management.
My passion is to help adults, couples and teens resolve troubling thoughts that lead to challenging feelings like fear, anxiety and guilt, as these are the emotions that negatively impact how people live their lives. I create a supportive environment where clients feel safe and free to express the worries, fears and barriers that have interfered with achieving life's goals. My focus is to help clients improve self-esteem, strengthen relational bonds, as well as improve emotional self-control and listening skills. Using a collaborative approach, I assist clients with resolving unhealthy family and social relationships.
Trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches such as IMAGO Therapy, a style of relationship therapy designed to help conflict within relationships become opportunities for healing and growth, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Trauma-Focused CBT(TF-CBT), Depression Treatment Quality Improvement (DTQI), Seeking Safety and DBT for anger management.
My passion is to help adults, couples and teens resolve troubling thoughts that lead to challenging feelings like fear, anxiety and guilt, as these are the emotions that negatively impact how people live their lives. I create a supportive environment where clients feel safe and free to express the worries, fears and barriers that have interfered with achieving life's goals. My focus is to help clients improve self-esteem, strengthen relational bonds, as well as improve emotional self-control and listening skills. Using a collaborative approach, I assist clients with resolving unhealthy family and social relationships.
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Celebrity Blockton-Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90056
Hello, My name is Celebrity Blockton-Gonzalez, and I'm dually licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). My clients are typically 19-35 years old, mostly experiencing life and career transitions, marital/relationships challenges, generalized and social anxiety, stress, procrastination, perfectionism, mild depression, challenges with communication and conflict management. I use a variety of evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based, Positive Psychology, and Couples Therapy/Gottman Method.
Hello, My name is Celebrity Blockton-Gonzalez, and I'm dually licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) and a Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC). My clients are typically 19-35 years old, mostly experiencing life and career transitions, marital/relationships challenges, generalized and social anxiety, stress, procrastination, perfectionism, mild depression, challenges with communication and conflict management. I use a variety of evidence-based interventions including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Strength-Based, Positive Psychology, and Couples Therapy/Gottman Method.
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As a clinician, I utilize an integrative approach including Person-Centered techniques, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Gestalt, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I like to take a comprehensive, collaborative approach to treatment and focus on building a professional and positive relationship versus treating a diagnosis. To me, it is important to build a genuine relationship based on trust, openness and honesty, that emphasizes meeting the client where they’re at. I believe the client is an expert in their own lives and my role is to help them become a healthier, happier version of themselves.
As a clinician, I utilize an integrative approach including Person-Centered techniques, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Narrative Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused, Gestalt, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR).
I like to take a comprehensive, collaborative approach to treatment and focus on building a professional and positive relationship versus treating a diagnosis. To me, it is important to build a genuine relationship based on trust, openness and honesty, that emphasizes meeting the client where they’re at. I believe the client is an expert in their own lives and my role is to help them become a healthier, happier version of themselves.
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Colleen Mielke, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy depends on your situation and needs. In general, I would begin with attentive listening or empathy immersion before beginning our approach to your therapeutic needs. Usually, this approach begins with a psychodynamic approach and leads to a CBT approach to help you create the desired change you are looking for. Psychosocial, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive, substance abuse, dual-diagnosis, and psychotic disorders. CBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Existential Processing.
Colleen Mielke, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach to therapy depends on your situation and needs. In general, I would begin with attentive listening or empathy immersion before beginning our approach to your therapeutic needs. Usually, this approach begins with a psychodynamic approach and leads to a CBT approach to help you create the desired change you are looking for. Psychosocial, anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, obsessive-compulsive, substance abuse, dual-diagnosis, and psychotic disorders. CBT (Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. Psychodynamic Psychotherapy and Existential Processing.
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You can heal from what hurts you. I seek to be an ally and guide in this process. I work with pts/d and trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and attachment interruption. My work integrates somatic psychotherapy, neuro-psychology, behavioral change, and holistic practice, and I see relationships through the lens of attachment theory. Together, we unravel responses that aren't serving you, and we build new pathways towards a more fulfilling version of life, however you define that. We use our relationship, your self-knowledge and life-knowledge, and my specialized training to move your life into something personally satisfying.
You can heal from what hurts you. I seek to be an ally and guide in this process. I work with pts/d and trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and attachment interruption. My work integrates somatic psychotherapy, neuro-psychology, behavioral change, and holistic practice, and I see relationships through the lens of attachment theory. Together, we unravel responses that aren't serving you, and we build new pathways towards a more fulfilling version of life, however you define that. We use our relationship, your self-knowledge and life-knowledge, and my specialized training to move your life into something personally satisfying.
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Depression, anxiety, infidelity, sexual abuse and behavioral issues can lead to feeling depressed, frustrated stuck in a cycle, and experiencing difficulty finding your way. I commend you for taking the first step towards seeking assistance. As your Therapist, you will receive professional Therapeutic guidance, in a confidential safe setting. "Helping you to move forward on your journey in life is my reward". Women, men, couples and families often face tremendous stress, managing life responsibilities and relationships.
Depression, anxiety, infidelity, sexual abuse and behavioral issues can lead to feeling depressed, frustrated stuck in a cycle, and experiencing difficulty finding your way. I commend you for taking the first step towards seeking assistance. As your Therapist, you will receive professional Therapeutic guidance, in a confidential safe setting. "Helping you to move forward on your journey in life is my reward". Women, men, couples and families often face tremendous stress, managing life responsibilities and relationships.
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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.