Behavioral Issues Therapists in Trabuco Canyon, CA
Natalie Montaldi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679 (Online Only)
I take the client-centered approach, so I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy along with mindfulness and grounding techniques to work towards building rapport together and reaching your set goals for healing and growth.
My name is Natalie Montaldi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida but working with clients in California statewide via telehealth. I have over 11 years of experience in the mental health field, and I enjoy working with teens and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem issues, grief/loss, women’s issues, life transitions, relationship issues, and postpartum depression. I like to use evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy, and Psychotherapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
I take the client-centered approach, so I most frequently use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy along with mindfulness and grounding techniques to work towards building rapport together and reaching your set goals for healing and growth.
My name is Natalie Montaldi and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Florida but working with clients in California statewide via telehealth. I have over 11 years of experience in the mental health field, and I enjoy working with teens and adults. I specialize in anxiety, stress, depression, self-esteem issues, grief/loss, women’s issues, life transitions, relationship issues, and postpartum depression. I like to use evidence-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focus Therapy, and Psychotherapy to help my clients make progress and start feeling better.
Dorina Stern
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with individuals, couples on relationship and marital issues, and also specialize in working with adolescents with issues such as ADHD, low self-esteem, self-destructive behavior, depression, trauma, lack of motivation and confusion regarding the future.
Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed on a daily basis? Does it feel like your mind is working against you? Do you feel like you're never good enough? How you feel about yourself and the way you perceive the situations in your life is the key to how happy and successful you are. I can help you decrease the anxiety and depression that creates this mental confusion and may be preventing you from creating the life and the relationships that you want. Please check out my website at www.dorinasterntherapy.com for more detailed information about my practice. Weekend and evening appointments are available.
I enjoy working with individuals, couples on relationship and marital issues, and also specialize in working with adolescents with issues such as ADHD, low self-esteem, self-destructive behavior, depression, trauma, lack of motivation and confusion regarding the future.
Do you feel stressed and overwhelmed on a daily basis? Does it feel like your mind is working against you? Do you feel like you're never good enough? How you feel about yourself and the way you perceive the situations in your life is the key to how happy and successful you are. I can help you decrease the anxiety and depression that creates this mental confusion and may be preventing you from creating the life and the relationships that you want. Please check out my website at www.dorinasterntherapy.com for more detailed information about my practice. Weekend and evening appointments are available.
My therapeutic approaches are the use of CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and Psychodynamic.
Hello. My name is Teresa Moreno. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with diverse populations and situations. I believe Recovery is possible. Life can become stressful and challenging as we navigate changes in our lives- whether it is divorce, a breakup, trauma, loss, parenting, relocating, unfulfilled careers, conflict in family or relationships, and so forth. Our bodies can respond to changes and or stress in different ways- depression, anxiety, anger, loss of sleep, overthinking, loss of pleasure or hope, diet changes, loss of concentration or loss of motivation, etc.
My therapeutic approaches are the use of CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy), DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), and Psychodynamic.
Hello. My name is Teresa Moreno. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have experience working with diverse populations and situations. I believe Recovery is possible. Life can become stressful and challenging as we navigate changes in our lives- whether it is divorce, a breakup, trauma, loss, parenting, relocating, unfulfilled careers, conflict in family or relationships, and so forth. Our bodies can respond to changes and or stress in different ways- depression, anxiety, anger, loss of sleep, overthinking, loss of pleasure or hope, diet changes, loss of concentration or loss of motivation, etc.
This is followed by an eclectic approach using CBT, EMDR techniques, Mindfulness, a reality focused, and behavioral modification.
HI, I'm Darryl Moore, clinical psychologist focusing on treatment of and recovery for those effected by the consequences of compulsive sexual behaviors. I use a practical systematic and individualized approach from the Patrick Carnes recovery methods. My specialty is working with addiction and in particular harmful compulsive sexual behaviors or sex addiction. This includes working with both the addict and with the partner.
This is followed by an eclectic approach using CBT, EMDR techniques, Mindfulness, a reality focused, and behavioral modification.
HI, I'm Darryl Moore, clinical psychologist focusing on treatment of and recovery for those effected by the consequences of compulsive sexual behaviors. I use a practical systematic and individualized approach from the Patrick Carnes recovery methods. My specialty is working with addiction and in particular harmful compulsive sexual behaviors or sex addiction. This includes working with both the addict and with the partner.
I am originally from San Diego but moved to Northern California to attend the University of California, Davis, where I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development. I then attended National University and obtained my Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist by the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I began working in the Mental Health field in 2000 in the school system with at-risk children. Since then, I have been passionate about helping people to achieve their greatest potential and live a more authentic life.
I am originally from San Diego but moved to Northern California to attend the University of California, Davis, where I graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Human Development. I then attended National University and obtained my Master’s degree in Counseling Psychology. I am licensed as a Marriage and Family Therapist by the State of California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I began working in the Mental Health field in 2000 in the school system with at-risk children. Since then, I have been passionate about helping people to achieve their greatest potential and live a more authentic life.
I specialize in children, teens, and young adult women. My focus is on helping my clients regulate emotions and calm anxious minds & bodies. I offer coping skills for ADHD with practical tips for making life more manageable. I utilize play therapy for my youngest clients to process big emotions, build up resilience, & develop coping skills. For teens and young women I implement cognitive behavior therapy to help them to recognize how their thoughts, behavior, & feelings all influence one another & how we can use each of those to bring positive changes. I implement mindfulness techniques for all ages.
I specialize in children, teens, and young adult women. My focus is on helping my clients regulate emotions and calm anxious minds & bodies. I offer coping skills for ADHD with practical tips for making life more manageable. I utilize play therapy for my youngest clients to process big emotions, build up resilience, & develop coping skills. For teens and young women I implement cognitive behavior therapy to help them to recognize how their thoughts, behavior, & feelings all influence one another & how we can use each of those to bring positive changes. I implement mindfulness techniques for all ages.
Congratulations on taking your first step toward healing! Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You may feel isolated in you worries, fears, and anxieties but this is a not a journey you need to make alone. Together we will find real solutions to your struggles in a safe environment.
Congratulations on taking your first step toward healing! Asking for help is a sign of strength, not weakness. You may feel isolated in you worries, fears, and anxieties but this is a not a journey you need to make alone. Together we will find real solutions to your struggles in a safe environment.
Hello! My name is Candice Clayton, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in mental health. I use a strength-based and solution-focused approach to support your personal growth and mental health journey. I have a wide experience in the mental health field from children to adults to couples. I mainly treat adults and couples at this time who are going through various phases and changes in life. I treat trauma, anxiety, depression, infidelity, relationship issues, and imposter syndrome.
Hello! My name is Candice Clayton, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 12 years of experience in mental health. I use a strength-based and solution-focused approach to support your personal growth and mental health journey. I have a wide experience in the mental health field from children to adults to couples. I mainly treat adults and couples at this time who are going through various phases and changes in life. I treat trauma, anxiety, depression, infidelity, relationship issues, and imposter syndrome.
My name is Nancy Lozano; I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I specialize in working with children, teenagers/adolescents, and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, social or family challenges, and difficulties adjusting to life changes. My approach to therapy is based on my client's needs. I use a collaborative approach to therapy and the integration of evidence-based techniques, such as CBT, CPP, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, strengths-based, and client-centered therapy.
My name is Nancy Lozano; I am a Bilingual/Bicultural Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I specialize in working with children, teenagers/adolescents, and adults who are experiencing depression, anxiety, social or family challenges, and difficulties adjusting to life changes. My approach to therapy is based on my client's needs. I use a collaborative approach to therapy and the integration of evidence-based techniques, such as CBT, CPP, solution-focused, motivational interviewing, strengths-based, and client-centered therapy.
Emma Mericle
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
Emma believes in a person-centered, collaborative approach to promote personal discovery and growth. Utilizing various modalities, she helps clients create a custom and unique treatment plan that fits their needs. Her warmth and empathy creates a supportive and safe space where clients of all ages can process and heal.
Emma believes in a person-centered, collaborative approach to promote personal discovery and growth. Utilizing various modalities, she helps clients create a custom and unique treatment plan that fits their needs. Her warmth and empathy creates a supportive and safe space where clients of all ages can process and heal.
Lorraine Swineford
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
Hi, yes, there are a lot of therapists to choose from. but for the moment, you and I have landed in the same space! If your looking for what makes me different, I've been around a few years and have been through a lot. I get it. I am also trained as a trauma therapist and have a specialized training in couples therapy. I work with families, individuals, couples and children. My only goal is help you feel better, I do that through holding space for you during the hard stuff, I will help you get through it. I am warm and kind, but I will tell it like it is when you need to hear it.
Hi, yes, there are a lot of therapists to choose from. but for the moment, you and I have landed in the same space! If your looking for what makes me different, I've been around a few years and have been through a lot. I get it. I am also trained as a trauma therapist and have a specialized training in couples therapy. I work with families, individuals, couples and children. My only goal is help you feel better, I do that through holding space for you during the hard stuff, I will help you get through it. I am warm and kind, but I will tell it like it is when you need to hear it.
Accepting New Clients for In-Person or Telehealth Therapy! Have you been feeling stuck? Or have you been grieving a recent loss? Are you feeling challenged in your partnership? Or maybe concerns in your attachment with your child? I specialize in providing psychotherapy to children, young adults, couples and families. There are significant challenges in which one faces in the stages of life, and I am focused in supporting you in taking the next important step in your journey through life. Through the seasons, I intend to assist you in managing feelings of depression and anxiety.
Accepting New Clients for In-Person or Telehealth Therapy! Have you been feeling stuck? Or have you been grieving a recent loss? Are you feeling challenged in your partnership? Or maybe concerns in your attachment with your child? I specialize in providing psychotherapy to children, young adults, couples and families. There are significant challenges in which one faces in the stages of life, and I am focused in supporting you in taking the next important step in your journey through life. Through the seasons, I intend to assist you in managing feelings of depression and anxiety.
I am a licensed psychologist with eight years of clinical experience providing services to individuals and families from a diverse population. I am enthusiastic about putting my skills to service and assisting my clients in the process of healing and growth. I help my clients identify effective ways to deal with everyday life stressors and help them with their interpersonal situations. I assist individuals working through their depressive and anxiety symptoms by increasing awareness of these emotional experiences and identifying ways to alleviate their afflictions by applying therapeutic tools.
I am a licensed psychologist with eight years of clinical experience providing services to individuals and families from a diverse population. I am enthusiastic about putting my skills to service and assisting my clients in the process of healing and growth. I help my clients identify effective ways to deal with everyday life stressors and help them with their interpersonal situations. I assist individuals working through their depressive and anxiety symptoms by increasing awareness of these emotional experiences and identifying ways to alleviate their afflictions by applying therapeutic tools.
Welcome! My name is Lisa Kelly. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's degree in 2014 and have since then worked with both children and adults with a wide range of mental health disorders. I primarily work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, and trauma spectrum disorders. My therapeutic approach is one of compassion, authenticity, and connection. With that foundation, I help clients through their struggles one day at a time. I strive to help people create more love and compassion for themselves and others.
Welcome! My name is Lisa Kelly. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I received my master's degree in 2014 and have since then worked with both children and adults with a wide range of mental health disorders. I primarily work with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, other mood disorders, and trauma spectrum disorders. My therapeutic approach is one of compassion, authenticity, and connection. With that foundation, I help clients through their struggles one day at a time. I strive to help people create more love and compassion for themselves and others.
I'm Emilio Perdomo, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach as a therapist, is to be collaborative with my client which means we work together to work through past or present challenges. I have worked with clients ages 12-60 years old. By providing you with a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns and providing education, guidance and commitment to the process, I want to help you move toward achieving your personal therapeutic goals. Most of my clients tend to have anxiety, ADHD or depression. I have experience working with clients who are BICOP or LGBTQIA+.
I'm Emilio Perdomo, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. My approach as a therapist, is to be collaborative with my client which means we work together to work through past or present challenges. I have worked with clients ages 12-60 years old. By providing you with a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns and providing education, guidance and commitment to the process, I want to help you move toward achieving your personal therapeutic goals. Most of my clients tend to have anxiety, ADHD or depression. I have experience working with clients who are BICOP or LGBTQIA+.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California with over 8 years of clinical experience. I typically work with parents in the perinatal period as they navigate their transition into parenthood or re-adjust to life with a new baby, whether it's their first or the fifth! I screen and treat clients for postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and birth trauma. I rely heavily on aspects of CBT, DBT, and the importance of self-regulation. It is important to me that my practice is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive because therapeutic care should be accessible to everyone.
Hello! I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California with over 8 years of clinical experience. I typically work with parents in the perinatal period as they navigate their transition into parenthood or re-adjust to life with a new baby, whether it's their first or the fifth! I screen and treat clients for postpartum depression, postpartum anxiety, and birth trauma. I rely heavily on aspects of CBT, DBT, and the importance of self-regulation. It is important to me that my practice is trauma-informed and culturally sensitive because therapeutic care should be accessible to everyone.
Eri Nagai Ashlock - Anxiety - Self Esteem
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Trabuco Canyon, CA 92679
I have joy, passion, and success working with minority, biracial, and 1st generation/immigrants who experience challenges adjusting to blended families and new/blended cultures. I help my clients identify reasonable solutions to current challenges and we collaborate to create coping skills that build resilience and allow you to thrive. My clients appreciate the gentle, warm, and supportive work we do together. They enjoy being seen, heard, and challenged to deepen self-awareness and overcome sadness, low self-esteem, shame, guilt, and anxiety.
I have joy, passion, and success working with minority, biracial, and 1st generation/immigrants who experience challenges adjusting to blended families and new/blended cultures. I help my clients identify reasonable solutions to current challenges and we collaborate to create coping skills that build resilience and allow you to thrive. My clients appreciate the gentle, warm, and supportive work we do together. They enjoy being seen, heard, and challenged to deepen self-awareness and overcome sadness, low self-esteem, shame, guilt, and anxiety.
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If you are having parenting challenges, behavior issues, a child with Autism or other developmental delays please contact me. I can help. We provide one on one services to children, parent training, school shadows, teacher in service talks. Our goal is to help your family go from good to great!
If you are having parenting challenges, behavior issues, a child with Autism or other developmental delays please contact me. I can help. We provide one on one services to children, parent training, school shadows, teacher in service talks. Our goal is to help your family go from good to great!
Sean Meyer
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
My name is Dr. Sean Meyer, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor in the state of California. As a doctoral-level clinician, I enjoy working with my clients from a collaborative approach, that is, exploring and identifying their priorities for our sessions together and helping them achieve the goals they've identified. My preferred therapeutic approaches and these depend greatly on the client I am working with, are cognitive behavioral (CBT) and solution-focused therapies. I enjoy working with most age groups (18+) and those presenting with depression, anxiety, stress, and sexual/gender challenges.
My name is Dr. Sean Meyer, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor in the state of California. As a doctoral-level clinician, I enjoy working with my clients from a collaborative approach, that is, exploring and identifying their priorities for our sessions together and helping them achieve the goals they've identified. My preferred therapeutic approaches and these depend greatly on the client I am working with, are cognitive behavioral (CBT) and solution-focused therapies. I enjoy working with most age groups (18+) and those presenting with depression, anxiety, stress, and sexual/gender challenges.
Miriam Erdosi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Rancho Santa Margarita, CA 92688
Using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I assist clients in exploring relationships in their thoughts, feelings and relationships.
My approach to therapy is client centered and focused based practice. Empathy and personal growth are the approaches I take, creating a safe space for each and every client. Utilizing a strength-based and solution focused intervention, I utilize a variety of treatment modalities to guide clients in identifying strengths and developing treatment plans that move them towards their goals.
Using cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), I assist clients in exploring relationships in their thoughts, feelings and relationships.
My approach to therapy is client centered and focused based practice. Empathy and personal growth are the approaches I take, creating a safe space for each and every client. Utilizing a strength-based and solution focused intervention, I utilize a variety of treatment modalities to guide clients in identifying strengths and developing treatment plans that move them towards their goals.
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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.