Behavioral Issues Therapists in Imperial Beach, CA
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My specialty is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to actively measure progress through different behavior monitoring instruments taking baseline information and tracking progress through measuring change in symptoms.
I believe that all clients have the ability to change with guidance and unconditional empathic support. Therapy consists of a combination of methodologies including CBT, holistic, Trauma informed, solution focused, DBT and choice theory for background foundation. My intention is to provide a safe, confidential, supportive, comfortable environment for clients to explore areas of concern. I have been practicing the counseling profession since 1995 and thoroughly enjoy the work. I welcome new and return clients to come and experience my new location at the Coronado Plaza Building with views of the Hotel Del Coronado and the Ocean.
My specialty is using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to actively measure progress through different behavior monitoring instruments taking baseline information and tracking progress through measuring change in symptoms.
I believe that all clients have the ability to change with guidance and unconditional empathic support. Therapy consists of a combination of methodologies including CBT, holistic, Trauma informed, solution focused, DBT and choice theory for background foundation. My intention is to provide a safe, confidential, supportive, comfortable environment for clients to explore areas of concern. I have been practicing the counseling profession since 1995 and thoroughly enjoy the work. I welcome new and return clients to come and experience my new location at the Coronado Plaza Building with views of the Hotel Del Coronado and the Ocean.
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Trained to conduct research on what works in psychotherapy, I have 28 years of experience in helping my clients to honor and direct the course of their own lives. This can be a step by step guided process and an exciting one, as old fears and patterns begin to change.
I offer compassion and wisdom as we work together to understand the meaning of any trauma that my clients have experienced in the story of their lives. Healing is promoted by using mind-body techniques to provide comfort and to clarify issues of responsibility, empowering you to design your future.
Trained to conduct research on what works in psychotherapy, I have 28 years of experience in helping my clients to honor and direct the course of their own lives. This can be a step by step guided process and an exciting one, as old fears and patterns begin to change.
I offer compassion and wisdom as we work together to understand the meaning of any trauma that my clients have experienced in the story of their lives. Healing is promoted by using mind-body techniques to provide comfort and to clarify issues of responsibility, empowering you to design your future.
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With passion and care I help clients navigate emotional obstacles. I treat individuals struggling with personal issues which stop them from reaching their full potential. Understanding emotional boundaries, not owning others issues and accepting the fact that the more true we are to our own truth the happier we are regardless of our circumstances are foundational in my practice. I truly believe in each person's ability to grow and reach for joy and fulfillment.
With passion and care I help clients navigate emotional obstacles. I treat individuals struggling with personal issues which stop them from reaching their full potential. Understanding emotional boundaries, not owning others issues and accepting the fact that the more true we are to our own truth the happier we are regardless of our circumstances are foundational in my practice. I truly believe in each person's ability to grow and reach for joy and fulfillment.
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Welcome! I have spent more than a decade in trauma work and understand the arduous process to release the debilitating grip past trauma can have on a client’s present-moment experience. I recognize the profound courage it takes to look deeply within. I prepare my clients to find that invisible line between comfort and discomfort to set the foundation for lifechanging results and encourage them to live in their own authentic truth. Trauma healing looks different for everyone and I work side by side with each of my clients to design a path of healing that feels right to them.
Welcome! I have spent more than a decade in trauma work and understand the arduous process to release the debilitating grip past trauma can have on a client’s present-moment experience. I recognize the profound courage it takes to look deeply within. I prepare my clients to find that invisible line between comfort and discomfort to set the foundation for lifechanging results and encourage them to live in their own authentic truth. Trauma healing looks different for everyone and I work side by side with each of my clients to design a path of healing that feels right to them.
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Dianna C Hansen
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
I work with individuals, couples and families to heal from trauma, addictions, PTSD, and mood or anxiety disorders. I have also worked with chronic pain disorders and opiate dependence disorder. Mental illness impacts relationships and healthy relationships support healing so I work with people in the context of their family to restore healthy connections to the family and community at large.
I work with individuals, couples and families to heal from trauma, addictions, PTSD, and mood or anxiety disorders. I have also worked with chronic pain disorders and opiate dependence disorder. Mental illness impacts relationships and healthy relationships support healing so I work with people in the context of their family to restore healthy connections to the family and community at large.
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Nicole S. Turville
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Imperial Beach, CA 91932
Counseling is a personal journey of self discovery and learning. It is a process that helps you gain greater understanding and awareness of yourself. I specialize in helping individuals with the following: Adjustment issues related to major life transitions such as: marriage, job changes, moving, starting school, death and divorce. Anxiety Disorders including: Obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviors, Anxiety following a traumatic event, Social anxiety, and Generalized anxiety/depression. Addictive Disorders such as substance abuse and dependency and other addictive behaviors. Womens issues are a large part of my practice including: postpartum stress, sexual trauma/abuse, and eating/body issues.
Counseling is a personal journey of self discovery and learning. It is a process that helps you gain greater understanding and awareness of yourself. I specialize in helping individuals with the following: Adjustment issues related to major life transitions such as: marriage, job changes, moving, starting school, death and divorce. Anxiety Disorders including: Obsessive thinking and compulsive behaviors, Anxiety following a traumatic event, Social anxiety, and Generalized anxiety/depression. Addictive Disorders such as substance abuse and dependency and other addictive behaviors. Womens issues are a large part of my practice including: postpartum stress, sexual trauma/abuse, and eating/body issues.
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Carlos P
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Imperial Beach, CA 91932 (Online Only)
Regardless of your background or situation, there is one underlying source from which all your problems originate. The greatest, fundamental source of all your problems in the entirety of your existence. Your Mind. Although it allows you to experience pleasure and enjoyable feelings, it is also responsible for creating all of your conflicts, afflictions, and anxieties. Achieving a life free from mental wounds, results in molding the mind to becoming your greatest ally, rather than suffering from its tyrannical wrath. This is the ONLY path to a life of bliss. For all problems in this life, are viewed from the lens of the mind.
Regardless of your background or situation, there is one underlying source from which all your problems originate. The greatest, fundamental source of all your problems in the entirety of your existence. Your Mind. Although it allows you to experience pleasure and enjoyable feelings, it is also responsible for creating all of your conflicts, afflictions, and anxieties. Achieving a life free from mental wounds, results in molding the mind to becoming your greatest ally, rather than suffering from its tyrannical wrath. This is the ONLY path to a life of bliss. For all problems in this life, are viewed from the lens of the mind.
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This includes utilizing the following therapies to support healing and transformation: Narrative therapy, Trauma therapy, Mindfulness, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Person-centered, Strengths-based, and Art therapy.
My name is Emma Bal and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My role as a therapist is to help create a safe and inclusive space where you can explore the complexities of your identity and how they intersect with the challenges you may face. I work with adults, ranging from younger adults to older adults, with a focus on trauma (including intimate partner violence and sexual trauma), anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and intrusive/negative thoughts.
This includes utilizing the following therapies to support healing and transformation: Narrative therapy, Trauma therapy, Mindfulness, CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), Person-centered, Strengths-based, and Art therapy.
My name is Emma Bal and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California and working with clients statewide via telehealth. My role as a therapist is to help create a safe and inclusive space where you can explore the complexities of your identity and how they intersect with the challenges you may face. I work with adults, ranging from younger adults to older adults, with a focus on trauma (including intimate partner violence and sexual trauma), anxiety, depression, grief/loss, and intrusive/negative thoughts.
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Hello! I'm Rachael Hanaya, a licensed clinical social worker in California (LCSW 114343). I provide person-centered, strengths-based therapy focusing on who you are and the growth you want to achieve. I work with individuals of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds and am a BIPOC and LGBTQ+ ally. I typically work with clients who have challenges with anxiety, depression, job stress, medical stress, and relationships. I utilize mindfulness, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, problem-solving, and cognitive behavioral modalities in my practice and will tailor our sessions according to your goals.
Hello! I'm Rachael Hanaya, a licensed clinical social worker in California (LCSW 114343). I provide person-centered, strengths-based therapy focusing on who you are and the growth you want to achieve. I work with individuals of all ethnic, cultural, and religious backgrounds and am a BIPOC and LGBTQ+ ally. I typically work with clients who have challenges with anxiety, depression, job stress, medical stress, and relationships. I utilize mindfulness, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic, problem-solving, and cognitive behavioral modalities in my practice and will tailor our sessions according to your goals.
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I integrate various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, in order to assist my clients in being able to radically accept their current reality and develop a plan to move toward improved functioning.
My name is Irving Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients in California via telehealth. I work with both adolescents/adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in order to help my clients create change and move towards a better path.
I integrate various modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Trauma-Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, in order to assist my clients in being able to radically accept their current reality and develop a plan to move toward improved functioning.
My name is Irving Martinez, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based out of Los Angeles, CA, and working with clients in California via telehealth. I work with both adolescents/adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy in order to help my clients create change and move towards a better path.
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Miriam Guillen-Ibarrra, LMFT My approach to therapy is client-centered. Much of my work focused on helping adult individuals navigate a range of emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties. I utilized effective evidence-based treatment, Cognitive -behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I create a confiable counseling environment where patients can feel a sense of safety and recognize their strengths and tools to navigate challenges effectively. I offer practical strategies to help patients to implement changes in their lives.
Miriam Guillen-Ibarrra, LMFT My approach to therapy is client-centered. Much of my work focused on helping adult individuals navigate a range of emotional, behavioral, and social difficulties. I utilized effective evidence-based treatment, Cognitive -behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and person-centered therapy. I create a confiable counseling environment where patients can feel a sense of safety and recognize their strengths and tools to navigate challenges effectively. I offer practical strategies to help patients to implement changes in their lives.
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Are you the type of person who wants tangible, practical solutions from a therapist? I want for my clients to be empowered from the meetings, and to walk away with new insights and skills to address the real issues and problems in their lives. I practice a type of therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and believe that people grow in an environment that is active, productive, and motivation-based. You will learn how even small changes in our beliefs or habits lead to the most profound changes. Everyone is capable of learning new ways to grow and cope with difficult life experiences!
Are you the type of person who wants tangible, practical solutions from a therapist? I want for my clients to be empowered from the meetings, and to walk away with new insights and skills to address the real issues and problems in their lives. I practice a type of therapy called Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and believe that people grow in an environment that is active, productive, and motivation-based. You will learn how even small changes in our beliefs or habits lead to the most profound changes. Everyone is capable of learning new ways to grow and cope with difficult life experiences!
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Raenisha D. Love
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Diego, CA 92154 (Online Only)
Using Cognitive Behavioral, Structural Family and Solution Focused Therapy to name a few, I help people who have faced anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, relationship issues, gender dysphoria and family conflict.
Starting therapy can be scary! Therapy is a collaborative process that allows me to guide and empower you to resolve issues that are affecting your life. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and boundary-setting in work and personal life. I provide culturally appropriate services while using your strengths as a starting point. I am queer and trans-affirming and welcome LGBTQAI clients, their families and loved ones.
Using Cognitive Behavioral, Structural Family and Solution Focused Therapy to name a few, I help people who have faced anxiety, depression, PTSD, grief, relationship issues, gender dysphoria and family conflict.
Starting therapy can be scary! Therapy is a collaborative process that allows me to guide and empower you to resolve issues that are affecting your life. I work with adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, and boundary-setting in work and personal life. I provide culturally appropriate services while using your strengths as a starting point. I am queer and trans-affirming and welcome LGBTQAI clients, their families and loved ones.
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David Haro
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, APCC
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92154 (Online Only)
I work with men struggling with their sexual behavior.
Sometimes you don't really know what you have until you almost lose it. Sexual issues can cause you to lose relationships, jobs, and sometimes, your freedom. You never meant to hurt anyone and so often, things get out of control. The constant worry that someone will find out about your sexual behavior is exhausting. What would be like to live a life with no secrets?
I work with men struggling with their sexual behavior.
Sometimes you don't really know what you have until you almost lose it. Sexual issues can cause you to lose relationships, jobs, and sometimes, your freedom. You never meant to hurt anyone and so often, things get out of control. The constant worry that someone will find out about your sexual behavior is exhausting. What would be like to live a life with no secrets?
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Although Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT or MBCBT) is the foundation beneath all my work, I use a very person-centered problem-solving approach similar to Reality Therapy.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
Although Mindfulness-Based Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT or MBCBT) is the foundation beneath all my work, I use a very person-centered problem-solving approach similar to Reality Therapy.
Nice to meet you. I'm Michael Bean, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist License MFC40911 My wife and I have raised 4 awesome kids (awesome adults now) & have learned to love each other & to love life despite a lot of challenges. My passion is helping people figure out how to live happily too. My clients are mostly older adolescents and adults who are struggling with grief and loss, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and difficult and complicated relationships.
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Tracy Dawson Valerio
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Diego, CA 92154 (Online Only)
Serving California - - - - Hello, my name is Tracy Valerio and I've been a licensed therapist in California for 20+ years. I currently work with adult clients for individual therapy. I primarily have clients that experience anxiety or depression and are struggling in their relationships personally and/or professionally. In addition, I am experienced in providing parenting support for families that are struggling with emotional or behavioral issues with their child. I also work with clients that have a disability or are caring for a child with a disability (specialization: type 1 diabetes or a learning difference/dyslexia).
Serving California - - - - Hello, my name is Tracy Valerio and I've been a licensed therapist in California for 20+ years. I currently work with adult clients for individual therapy. I primarily have clients that experience anxiety or depression and are struggling in their relationships personally and/or professionally. In addition, I am experienced in providing parenting support for families that are struggling with emotional or behavioral issues with their child. I also work with clients that have a disability or are caring for a child with a disability (specialization: type 1 diabetes or a learning difference/dyslexia).
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Live the life you unconditionally deserve! Nights and weekend counseling sessions are available to avoid any work/school scheduling issues and promote your success! I work with individuals interested in personal growth, excelling in effective communication styles, setting and maintaining healthy boundaries, minimizing procrastination, and achieving flow states while alleviating mental health challenges. My choice modalities include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with a Person-centered approach, inner child work, and a mix of Rational Emotive/ Dialectical Behavioral techniques.
Live the life you unconditionally deserve! Nights and weekend counseling sessions are available to avoid any work/school scheduling issues and promote your success! I work with individuals interested in personal growth, excelling in effective communication styles, setting and maintaining healthy boundaries, minimizing procrastination, and achieving flow states while alleviating mental health challenges. My choice modalities include Acceptance and Commitment Therapy with a Person-centered approach, inner child work, and a mix of Rational Emotive/ Dialectical Behavioral techniques.
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I have a genuine passion for helping others and a deep interest in understanding human behavior and emotions.
Hi, my name is Cassie M. Campbell, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed clinical therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in a client-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate framework. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
I have a genuine passion for helping others and a deep interest in understanding human behavior and emotions.
Hi, my name is Cassie M. Campbell, and I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor/Marriage and Family Therapist. As a licensed clinical therapist, I bring a wealth of expertise and experience to therapy. My approach to therapy is rooted in a client-centered, evidence-based, and compassionate framework. I believe in the transformative power of therapy to help individuals overcome life's challenges and improve their mental and emotional well-being. I typically work with a diverse range of clients, including individuals, couples, and families.
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Let me guide you through your mental health wellness journey. You are not alone. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, with nine years of experience working as a Psychotherapist. My specialties include working with culturally diverse populations, including teenagers, LGBTQ, young adults, and older adults. I am fluent in Spanish and English. The modalities that I utilize include evidence base practices in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns.
Let me guide you through your mental health wellness journey. You are not alone. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California, with nine years of experience working as a Psychotherapist. My specialties include working with culturally diverse populations, including teenagers, LGBTQ, young adults, and older adults. I am fluent in Spanish and English. The modalities that I utilize include evidence base practices in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal Therapy (IPT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns.
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Therapy with me helps you truly find yourself. I focus on stopping enabling behaviors and providing honest feedback, encouraging you to explore issues you might not realize are affecting you. Growing up is challenging, and it can feel like nothing works when supporting your child, leaving you frustrated and overwhelmed. My goal is to support children, teens, and young adults as they navigate their current life obstacles, helping them to recognize and nurture their inner strengths.
Therapy with me helps you truly find yourself. I focus on stopping enabling behaviors and providing honest feedback, encouraging you to explore issues you might not realize are affecting you. Growing up is challenging, and it can feel like nothing works when supporting your child, leaving you frustrated and overwhelmed. My goal is to support children, teens, and young adults as they navigate their current life obstacles, helping them to recognize and nurture their inner strengths.
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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.