Behavioral Issues Therapists in Livermore, CA

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Rebecca Parham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
Hi there, I'm Rebecca! I am a resourceful and trustworthy therapist, licensed for over 20 years, specializing in adults struggling with mood, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transition, psychosis, personality, and substance use difficulties. I use an integrated, trauma-informed, resiliency-enhancing approach that includes aspects of existential, cognitive-emotional- behavioral, and solution-focused therapeutic practices. I find that in the healing process, a fundamental issue is enhancing one's relationship with self.
Hi there, I'm Rebecca! I am a resourceful and trustworthy therapist, licensed for over 20 years, specializing in adults struggling with mood, anxiety, trauma, grief, life transition, psychosis, personality, and substance use difficulties. I use an integrated, trauma-informed, resiliency-enhancing approach that includes aspects of existential, cognitive-emotional- behavioral, and solution-focused therapeutic practices. I find that in the healing process, a fundamental issue is enhancing one's relationship with self.
(626) 702-3187 View (626) 702-3187
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Joytara Behavioral and Social Coaching
EdM, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I’ve been working with individuals with autism and their families for 25 years using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to teach social and life skills.
Life can be stressful, especially if you have a diagnosis of Autism/Aspergers. Navigating your social world and relationships can be confusing when you see the world through a different lens than your peers. However, with coaching and practice, social situations, relationships, school and work can be less intimidating. If you're a parent of a child with Autism, receiving a diagnosis of autism shatters a parent’s dreams. You wonder if you child will ever learn to talk, have friends, get a job, or live independently. You need support and advice from a trusted professional who can guide you on this difficulty journey.
As a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, I’ve been working with individuals with autism and their families for 25 years using the principles of Applied Behavior Analysis to teach social and life skills.
Life can be stressful, especially if you have a diagnosis of Autism/Aspergers. Navigating your social world and relationships can be confusing when you see the world through a different lens than your peers. However, with coaching and practice, social situations, relationships, school and work can be less intimidating. If you're a parent of a child with Autism, receiving a diagnosis of autism shatters a parent’s dreams. You wonder if you child will ever learn to talk, have friends, get a job, or live independently. You need support and advice from a trusted professional who can guide you on this difficulty journey.
(925) 267-6352 View (925) 267-6352
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Jessica Krauth
Counselor, MEd, EdS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
I practice from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy lens with a dash of mindfulness mixed in.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unmotivated? Life can be challenging and navigating those stuck feelings can seem impossible. I aim to provide a compassionate, honest, and non-judgmental space to help navigate these roadblocks and grow through them. I work with adolescents, teens and adults with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions, self-exploration and more. I love a "tough case" and look forward to helping to ease your burden and provide you with support to get through the hard times. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!
I practice from a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy lens with a dash of mindfulness mixed in.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stuck, or unmotivated? Life can be challenging and navigating those stuck feelings can seem impossible. I aim to provide a compassionate, honest, and non-judgmental space to help navigate these roadblocks and grow through them. I work with adolescents, teens and adults with concerns such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, life transitions, self-exploration and more. I love a "tough case" and look forward to helping to ease your burden and provide you with support to get through the hard times. Feel free to reach out for a free consultation to see if I am a good fit for you!
(925) 267-6350 View (925) 267-6350
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Matthew Ortega
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
My approach combines cognitive- behavioral, humanistic, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing.
Hi, I am a Marriage & Family Therapist licensed in California with over 11 years of experience working as a mental health counselor, therapist, mentor to at-risk youth, and life coach. I have worked with clients (ages 4-70+) with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorders, relationship issues, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced anger control issues and eating disorders.
My approach combines cognitive- behavioral, humanistic, dialectical behavioral, solution-focused, and motivational interviewing.
Hi, I am a Marriage & Family Therapist licensed in California with over 11 years of experience working as a mental health counselor, therapist, mentor to at-risk youth, and life coach. I have worked with clients (ages 4-70+) with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, schizoaffective disorder, personality disorders, relationship issues, career challenges, OCD, and ADHD. I also helped many people who have experienced anger control issues and eating disorders.
(925) 633-6197 View (925) 633-6197
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Shawna Welton
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
I use an integrative treatment approach that includes: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and relaxation and mindfulness strategies.
Mental illness and addiction can destroy lives. Recovery and treatment can restore your soul. One of the biggest obstacles in the way of helping yourself regain control of your mind and life is the first step of reaching out for help.
I use an integrative treatment approach that includes: cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, motivational interviewing, solution focused, and relaxation and mindfulness strategies.
Mental illness and addiction can destroy lives. Recovery and treatment can restore your soul. One of the biggest obstacles in the way of helping yourself regain control of your mind and life is the first step of reaching out for help.
(510) 944-0974 View (510) 944-0974
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Kristin Mendelsohn Troy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
My name is Kristin Mendelsohn Troy and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Sherman Oaks, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I received my Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University and conducted post-graduate work at the University of Massachusetts Lowell in Behavior Intervention. I work with adults, teens, and school-age children. I specialize in assisting with anxiety, stress, trauma, families with members with developmental differences, and individuals going through difficult life transitions.
My name is Kristin Mendelsohn Troy and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Sherman Oaks, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I received my Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology with an emphasis in Marriage and Family Therapy from Pepperdine University and conducted post-graduate work at the University of Massachusetts Lowell in Behavior Intervention. I work with adults, teens, and school-age children. I specialize in assisting with anxiety, stress, trauma, families with members with developmental differences, and individuals going through difficult life transitions.
(657) 571-4749 View (657) 571-4749
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Ariel Wilcoxen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
My name is Ariel Wilcoxen. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Southern California and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, couples, families, and adolescents. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. My theoretical orientation is comprised of rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), Adlerian, and Transactional analysis. I also have experience with Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and reality therapy to assist with guiding clients toward healing and/or achieving their personal goals.
My name is Ariel Wilcoxen. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) based in Southern California and I work with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with adults, couples, families, and adolescents. I specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and trauma. My theoretical orientation is comprised of rational emotive behavior therapy (REBT), Adlerian, and Transactional analysis. I also have experience with Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), Dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and reality therapy to assist with guiding clients toward healing and/or achieving their personal goals.
(916) 398-2346 View (916) 398-2346
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Valerie Souza
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
You are the expert of your life! Utilizing an "eclectic" approach, I will draw from an array of psychological orientations to help you recognize and move past obstacles standing between you and your contentment; which will enable you to experience more fulfilling relationships. I'm a "compassionate soul" with great listening skills, although my style is "active" and I frequently utilize Cognitive Behavioral tools and techniques to help you challenge your thinking, reduce your anxiety, and to encourage you to take advantage of the full spectrum of thinking and being.
You are the expert of your life! Utilizing an "eclectic" approach, I will draw from an array of psychological orientations to help you recognize and move past obstacles standing between you and your contentment; which will enable you to experience more fulfilling relationships. I'm a "compassionate soul" with great listening skills, although my style is "active" and I frequently utilize Cognitive Behavioral tools and techniques to help you challenge your thinking, reduce your anxiety, and to encourage you to take advantage of the full spectrum of thinking and being.
(925) 291-4411 View (925) 291-4411
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Dr. Christine E. Dickson: Board Certified Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551
We work together to help you develop a greater sense of self-awareness as well as manage symptoms of anxiety, irritability/anger, depression, panic attacks, racing or worried thoughts, PTSD, ADHD, eating disorders, insomnia, relationship conflict, substance abuse, and self-injurious behavior.
Unlike traditional therapy that focuses on the past, we focus on the present and take action to change unproductive thought patterns, manage your emotions, and modify unhealthy habits. With over 25 years experience as a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapist, I help you take control of your mind rather than let your mind take control of you. Learning to find the off button in your mind and no longer reacting to every thought and feeling is priceless. Nearly 33,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach. Visit christinedickson.com to learn more.
We work together to help you develop a greater sense of self-awareness as well as manage symptoms of anxiety, irritability/anger, depression, panic attacks, racing or worried thoughts, PTSD, ADHD, eating disorders, insomnia, relationship conflict, substance abuse, and self-injurious behavior.
Unlike traditional therapy that focuses on the past, we focus on the present and take action to change unproductive thought patterns, manage your emotions, and modify unhealthy habits. With over 25 years experience as a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapist, I help you take control of your mind rather than let your mind take control of you. Learning to find the off button in your mind and no longer reacting to every thought and feeling is priceless. Nearly 33,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach. Visit christinedickson.com to learn more.
(925) 521-8785 View (925) 521-8785
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Vandana Aspen
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550  (Online Only)
THEREPEUTIC MODALITIES: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Family Based Treatment for anorexia nervosa (FBT); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Prolonged Exposure (PE); Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I am a Stanford trained licensed clinical psychologist with a specialization is in eating, anxiety, sleep and mood disorders. I have extensive experience in conducting individual, group and family treatment in multiple settings with individuals across the age spectrum. I have a strong background in research-primarily in the areas of treatment of eating disorders and obesity. This foundation of knowledge is invaluable as it fuels my clinical practice and it informs my decisions regarding my ability to provide optimal patient care. Therapy is a collaboration. My style is active, warm and compassionate. I am fully remote at this time.
THEREPEUTIC MODALITIES: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Family Based Treatment for anorexia nervosa (FBT); Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT); Prolonged Exposure (PE); Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT).
I am a Stanford trained licensed clinical psychologist with a specialization is in eating, anxiety, sleep and mood disorders. I have extensive experience in conducting individual, group and family treatment in multiple settings with individuals across the age spectrum. I have a strong background in research-primarily in the areas of treatment of eating disorders and obesity. This foundation of knowledge is invaluable as it fuels my clinical practice and it informs my decisions regarding my ability to provide optimal patient care. Therapy is a collaboration. My style is active, warm and compassionate. I am fully remote at this time.
(650) 282-3368 View (650) 282-3368
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Annie Chen - Therapy2Thrive RHCC
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
I am also well-trained and experienced in Play Therapy, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT), Theraplay, and Behavioral Psychotherapy.
With cross-cultural living and working experiences, I enjoy working with children, teens, and their parents to help address developmental challenges, relationship conflicts, emotional struggles, behavioral difficulties, and other mental health issues that they may encounter in daily life. I deeply believes that childhood experiences and parent-child relationships could play an extremely important role in one’s personal development and, by helping to build a secure enough emotional bond among family members, can create a power of healing throughout everyone’s life.
I am also well-trained and experienced in Play Therapy, Psychoanalytic Psychotherapy, Emotionally Focused Couple Therapy (EFT), Theraplay, and Behavioral Psychotherapy.
With cross-cultural living and working experiences, I enjoy working with children, teens, and their parents to help address developmental challenges, relationship conflicts, emotional struggles, behavioral difficulties, and other mental health issues that they may encounter in daily life. I deeply believes that childhood experiences and parent-child relationships could play an extremely important role in one’s personal development and, by helping to build a secure enough emotional bond among family members, can create a power of healing throughout everyone’s life.
(925) 308-5397 View (925) 308-5397
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Laura Melendez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
My name is Laura Melendez and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in Carlsbad, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, teens, and children/parenting. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness when working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, and parent coaching to help my clients meet their goals. Each individual is unique, therefore I get to know my client and based on their need I will match them with the best therapeutic approach. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
My name is Laura Melendez and I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (MFT) based in Carlsbad, CA, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with individuals, teens, and children/parenting. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness when working with anxiety, depression, self-esteem struggles, and parent coaching to help my clients meet their goals. Each individual is unique, therefore I get to know my client and based on their need I will match them with the best therapeutic approach. I frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness.
(657) 837-5009 View (657) 837-5009
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Vanessa Muellerleile LMFT
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
My goal as a therapist is to help individuals and families uncover and utilize their personal strengths to overcome their challenges and achieve mental wellness. Through a variety of client-centered approaches I provide a safe space for clients to feel heard, understood, and respected. Using mindfulness and cognitive behavioral strategies, clients will foster a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings and behaviors as we forge the path to mental wellness together.
My goal as a therapist is to help individuals and families uncover and utilize their personal strengths to overcome their challenges and achieve mental wellness. Through a variety of client-centered approaches I provide a safe space for clients to feel heard, understood, and respected. Using mindfulness and cognitive behavioral strategies, clients will foster a better understanding of their own thoughts, feelings and behaviors as we forge the path to mental wellness together.
(925) 660-7635 View (925) 660-7635
Christy Israel
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
Hello! My name is Christy Israel, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe, as psychologist, Carl Rogers stated, "that each individual has within him or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes, and self-directed behavior." I take great joy in partnering with my clients, eliciting their strengths, in order for them to heal, grow, achieve their goals, and live the life of their dreams. I really love to match people with the most appropriate form of therapy for them.
Hello! My name is Christy Israel, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor. I am a person-centered therapist. I believe, as psychologist, Carl Rogers stated, "that each individual has within him or herself vast resources for self-understanding, for altering his or her self-concept, attitudes, and self-directed behavior." I take great joy in partnering with my clients, eliciting their strengths, in order for them to heal, grow, achieve their goals, and live the life of their dreams. I really love to match people with the most appropriate form of therapy for them.
(424) 587-3709 View (424) 587-3709
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Patricia Ulloa-Green
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
I draw from modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), combining them based on your individual needs.
Greetings! I'm Patricia Ulloa-Green, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive 24-year background in the mental health field. Dedicated to assisting individuals navigating adversity, I bring a passion for helping others discover creative solutions tailored to their unique needs. Having triumphed over my own challenges, I approach therapy with a deep understanding of life's complexities. In today's world, trauma is pervasive, and my goal is to provide compassion, kindness, and empathy as we embark on your healing journey together.
I draw from modalities such as Person-Centered Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), combining them based on your individual needs.
Greetings! I'm Patricia Ulloa-Green, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with an extensive 24-year background in the mental health field. Dedicated to assisting individuals navigating adversity, I bring a passion for helping others discover creative solutions tailored to their unique needs. Having triumphed over my own challenges, I approach therapy with a deep understanding of life's complexities. In today's world, trauma is pervasive, and my goal is to provide compassion, kindness, and empathy as we embark on your healing journey together.
(760) 623-0758 View (760) 623-0758
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Elana Maxwell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551
Hey! My name's Elana. I attended Spelman College and earned my Master's degree in Social Work and Education from UCLA. I have experience providing individual, family, and group therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Seeking Safety. Currently working with adult individuals seeking assistance managing presenting symptoms, life stressors, boundaries, interpersonal relationships trauma, self-worth and/or ineffective coping mechanisms, etc.
Hey! My name's Elana. I attended Spelman College and earned my Master's degree in Social Work and Education from UCLA. I have experience providing individual, family, and group therapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) as well as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and Seeking Safety. Currently working with adult individuals seeking assistance managing presenting symptoms, life stressors, boundaries, interpersonal relationships trauma, self-worth and/or ineffective coping mechanisms, etc.
(951) 848-3773 View (951) 848-3773
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Shruti Nair
Associate Professional Clinical Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94550
My modalities include:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems.
I am a multilingual therapist with experience in working with clients diverse in age, color, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic backgrounds. My core belief is that with the right intervention tools, everyone has the ability to face, and overcome their challenges. Having worked with clients between 6-65 years of age, I find that my gentle approach in therapy, help my clients of all age groups fit well with my style of work. In addition to that, I offer therapy in additional languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Punjabi, Urdu.
My modalities include:Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, Emotionally Focused Couples Therapy, Internal Family Systems.
I am a multilingual therapist with experience in working with clients diverse in age, color, ethnicity, gender, religion, sexual orientation, and socioeconomic backgrounds. My core belief is that with the right intervention tools, everyone has the ability to face, and overcome their challenges. Having worked with clients between 6-65 years of age, I find that my gentle approach in therapy, help my clients of all age groups fit well with my style of work. In addition to that, I offer therapy in additional languages such as Hindi, Telugu, Marathi, Punjabi, Urdu.
(650) 459-5829 View (650) 459-5829
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Sheyvon Turner
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
Hello, my name is Sheyvon Fullwood Turner and I am the founder of Building Strengths Counseling Services. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Navy veteran. I have been working with children, adolescents, and adults, who have been struggling with adjusting to life changes, managing challenging behaviors and thoughts, relationship issues, trauma, and addiction for the past 8 years. I utilize therapeutic modalities such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and brief solution-focused therapy, just to name a few.
Hello, my name is Sheyvon Fullwood Turner and I am the founder of Building Strengths Counseling Services. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Navy veteran. I have been working with children, adolescents, and adults, who have been struggling with adjusting to life changes, managing challenging behaviors and thoughts, relationship issues, trauma, and addiction for the past 8 years. I utilize therapeutic modalities such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and brief solution-focused therapy, just to name a few.
(805) 515-3144 View (805) 515-3144
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Cari M Denham
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551  (Online Only)
My approach integrates research-based therapies, emphasizing Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-based techniques.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck? Does it seem impossible to find the motivation or energy to tackle the things you need or want to do? Whether you're navigating challenges related to school, career, life transitions, relationships, or peer stress, I’m here to support you. I’m dedicated to walking alongside you on your journey toward growth, helping you overcome obstacles and become the best version of yourself.
My approach integrates research-based therapies, emphasizing Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy and Mindfulness-based techniques.
Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, or stuck? Does it seem impossible to find the motivation or energy to tackle the things you need or want to do? Whether you're navigating challenges related to school, career, life transitions, relationships, or peer stress, I’m here to support you. I’m dedicated to walking alongside you on your journey toward growth, helping you overcome obstacles and become the best version of yourself.
(707) 532-2342 View (707) 532-2342
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Debbie Curtis
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or that may be asking the question “who am I really?” Life transitions may bring uncertainty which can prevent us from enjoying a healthy and happy life. I am here to discuss tough subjects in order to build coping skills that promote success and a positive self-identity. When working with teens I work with parents to develop an effective plan that helps support their child’s improvement and build meaningful relationships.
I work with teens and adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or that may be asking the question “who am I really?” Life transitions may bring uncertainty which can prevent us from enjoying a healthy and happy life. I am here to discuss tough subjects in order to build coping skills that promote success and a positive self-identity. When working with teens I work with parents to develop an effective plan that helps support their child’s improvement and build meaningful relationships.
(925) 666-6349 View (925) 666-6349
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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.