Behavioral Issues Therapists in Westchester, CA
Are you struggling to manage your child’s behavior? Do you want to have more consistent, peaceful and effortless routines and schedules for yourself and for your child? Are you wondering if your child will ever grow out of throwing tantrums, or one day start eating wider variety of food? Are you tired, overwhelmed, feel like there just isn't enough time in the day? Parents are being uncharacteristically challenged in the current environment, and finding the balance can be challenging. My practice includes short and long term intervention helping individuals and parents identify and attain goals using the principal of ABA.
Are you struggling to manage your child’s behavior? Do you want to have more consistent, peaceful and effortless routines and schedules for yourself and for your child? Are you wondering if your child will ever grow out of throwing tantrums, or one day start eating wider variety of food? Are you tired, overwhelmed, feel like there just isn't enough time in the day? Parents are being uncharacteristically challenged in the current environment, and finding the balance can be challenging. My practice includes short and long term intervention helping individuals and parents identify and attain goals using the principal of ABA.
Carol Waisman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westchester, CA 90045
Are you uncomfortable in social situations, or experiencing conflict in important relationships? Do you struggle with unwanted habits? My practice is dedicated to assisting you to resolve emotional and behavioral issues that interfere with optimal functioning. By acquiring tools to help manage your moods and feelings, you can loosen compulsive patterns and achieve greater self-acceptance. I work collaboratively with my clients and strive to develop a partnership that begins with listening.
Are you uncomfortable in social situations, or experiencing conflict in important relationships? Do you struggle with unwanted habits? My practice is dedicated to assisting you to resolve emotional and behavioral issues that interfere with optimal functioning. By acquiring tools to help manage your moods and feelings, you can loosen compulsive patterns and achieve greater self-acceptance. I work collaboratively with my clients and strive to develop a partnership that begins with listening.
Peter R Getoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westchester, CA 90045
I am a veteran therapist. I have been in private practice for over thirty years and I provide therapy to older adults, adults and children Using warmth, sensitivity, patience, compassion, and wisdom I transform the therapy session into an environment where you can explore, learn, and examine your strengths and weaknesses. I am a gifted listener and problem-solver. You will feel safe with me to completely be yourself and know that I will be profoundly objective, kind, and confident in assisting you to ease your suffering and significantly increase your self-love, wisdom, self-respect and ability to make changes in your life.
I am a veteran therapist. I have been in private practice for over thirty years and I provide therapy to older adults, adults and children Using warmth, sensitivity, patience, compassion, and wisdom I transform the therapy session into an environment where you can explore, learn, and examine your strengths and weaknesses. I am a gifted listener and problem-solver. You will feel safe with me to completely be yourself and know that I will be profoundly objective, kind, and confident in assisting you to ease your suffering and significantly increase your self-love, wisdom, self-respect and ability to make changes in your life.
Ceccily Bednash
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, ATR
Verified Verified
Westchester, CA 90045 (Online Only)
Are you a creative who is looking for support? Creative people have a unique set of challenges they face and I offer the specialized support that you need. If you identify as a creative person whether you are a writer, singer, actor, visual artist, performer, musician or participate in a creative lifestyle, I can help you. As a creative myself I understand the psychological, emotional, financial and lifestyle challenges that creatives face in a world that prioritizes capitalism over creativity. I will help you to use your unique gifts and talents in order to live your life in the fullest expression of yourself.
Are you a creative who is looking for support? Creative people have a unique set of challenges they face and I offer the specialized support that you need. If you identify as a creative person whether you are a writer, singer, actor, visual artist, performer, musician or participate in a creative lifestyle, I can help you. As a creative myself I understand the psychological, emotional, financial and lifestyle challenges that creatives face in a world that prioritizes capitalism over creativity. I will help you to use your unique gifts and talents in order to live your life in the fullest expression of yourself.
Mandana Naghi
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Westchester, CA 90045 (Online Only)
In a world where we can often feel disconnected, detached and cutoff from ourselves and others, therapy is a place where we can start to put the pieces back together to start feeling WHOLE again. I have a gentle yet direct approach and I offer a supportive environment where your strengths and wisdom are acknowledged. I gently challenge you by offering honest and clear feedback while respecting where you are at and what you need. My approach is collaborative as we work together as a team to help foster growth and health.
In a world where we can often feel disconnected, detached and cutoff from ourselves and others, therapy is a place where we can start to put the pieces back together to start feeling WHOLE again. I have a gentle yet direct approach and I offer a supportive environment where your strengths and wisdom are acknowledged. I gently challenge you by offering honest and clear feedback while respecting where you are at and what you need. My approach is collaborative as we work together as a team to help foster growth and health.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression due to family and work stressors, personal relationships, stage of life transitions, or trauma? Life is filled with challenges and there are many reasons you may find yourself looking for support. Researching therapists is an important first step towards actualizing your highest and best self. Isn't it time to step into your power? Using somatic interventions and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, I will work collaboratively with you to implement easily practiced wellness skills into your everyday life that promote a sense of connection and well-being.
Are you experiencing anxiety or depression due to family and work stressors, personal relationships, stage of life transitions, or trauma? Life is filled with challenges and there are many reasons you may find yourself looking for support. Researching therapists is an important first step towards actualizing your highest and best self. Isn't it time to step into your power? Using somatic interventions and Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy, I will work collaboratively with you to implement easily practiced wellness skills into your everyday life that promote a sense of connection and well-being.
Marisa Faynsod
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Westchester, CA 90045
Not accepting new clients
***I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** Uncertainty can bring up our unresolved issues and fear can keep us paralyzed. I can help you manage these feelings. Together we can identify what you can control and create concrete ways to overcome emotions that cause distress.
***I AM CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS****** Uncertainty can bring up our unresolved issues and fear can keep us paralyzed. I can help you manage these feelings. Together we can identify what you can control and create concrete ways to overcome emotions that cause distress.
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Celebrity Blockton-Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Culver City, CA 90230
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.
Tools and Approaches that we will include are: Talking and Listening, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Biofeedback, Applied behavioral Analysis.
Greetings, Are you dealing with some life challenges? The challenges of growing up, parenting, and navigating the vicissitudes of relationships, and work, and careers, are often very daunting. Sometimes we all can use some guidance and direction and coaching when we encounter life's challenges and difficulties. Coaching and guiding young people, mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, workers, and friends, is what I do in my life and my profession. I coach and guide them to more productive attitudes, and thinking, and behavior. I coach and guide them to be better equipped to meet the challenges that they encounter in their lives,
Tools and Approaches that we will include are: Talking and Listening, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Biofeedback, Applied behavioral Analysis.
Greetings, Are you dealing with some life challenges? The challenges of growing up, parenting, and navigating the vicissitudes of relationships, and work, and careers, are often very daunting. Sometimes we all can use some guidance and direction and coaching when we encounter life's challenges and difficulties. Coaching and guiding young people, mothers, fathers, sisters, brothers, workers, and friends, is what I do in my life and my profession. I coach and guide them to more productive attitudes, and thinking, and behavior. I coach and guide them to be better equipped to meet the challenges that they encounter in their lives,
Trennell Palacio
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, PPSC, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90045 (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.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist eager to collaborate with other mental health professionals to provide comprehensive and holistic treatment to clients struggling with pervasive disorders. I have extensive experience working with adults and Transitional Age Youth. I currently work with children in the age group 0-15 with their families. I have demonstrated skills in creating and implementing effective and individualized treatment plans and over 6 years of experience with Department of Mental Health standards and paperwork. In addition, I have foundational coursework and training in Cognitive-Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist eager to collaborate with other mental health professionals to provide comprehensive and holistic treatment to clients struggling with pervasive disorders. I have extensive experience working with adults and Transitional Age Youth. I currently work with children in the age group 0-15 with their families. I have demonstrated skills in creating and implementing effective and individualized treatment plans and over 6 years of experience with Department of Mental Health standards and paperwork. In addition, I have foundational coursework and training in Cognitive-Behavioral and Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
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.
Palma offers counseling to caregivers, providing tools and strategies to connect with and foster attachment with their children, bridge the home-to-school connection, or address behavioral issues with their children.
Dr. Palma is a Licensed Educational Psychologist and works with school-aged youth and their parents/guardians with a focus on educationally related needs. She offers counseling, psychological-educational assessment, and Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE). Dr. Palma also provides educational consultation and advocacy to parents and caregivers of children with known or suspected disabilities, with the goal being to enhance relationships between families and schools and improve outcomes for students.
Palma offers counseling to caregivers, providing tools and strategies to connect with and foster attachment with their children, bridge the home-to-school connection, or address behavioral issues with their children.
Dr. Palma is a Licensed Educational Psychologist and works with school-aged youth and their parents/guardians with a focus on educationally related needs. She offers counseling, psychological-educational assessment, and Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE). Dr. Palma also provides educational consultation and advocacy to parents and caregivers of children with known or suspected disabilities, with the goal being to enhance relationships between families and schools and improve outcomes for students.
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.
Hello, my name is Elias Ellis. I am a licensed clinical social worker with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I received my Master of Social Work degree from California State University Dominguez Hills and my Bachelor of Social Work from Arkansas State University. I've had the privilege of working with multiple heroic individuals who have been overwhelmed by life's stressors (trauma, grief, loss, end-of-life conditions, conflicted relationships, and loss of employment), forgotten who they really are, and are willing to cope with subsequent trauma responses.
Hello, my name is Elias Ellis. I am a licensed clinical social worker with the California Board of Behavioral Sciences. I received my Master of Social Work degree from California State University Dominguez Hills and my Bachelor of Social Work from Arkansas State University. I've had the privilege of working with multiple heroic individuals who have been overwhelmed by life's stressors (trauma, grief, loss, end-of-life conditions, conflicted relationships, and loss of employment), forgotten who they really are, and are willing to cope with subsequent trauma responses.
Hello, and welcome! Taking the first step to locate the right Behavioral Health provider can be a daunting task, but the courage it takes to start one's personal journey is sacred and is a very respected endeavor. To all who are seeking to increase personal peace and contentment at any given point in their lives, I am dedicated to assisting you with the compassionate support and professionalism necessary to provide success in obtaining your specific goals throughout our therapeutic journey together.
Hello, and welcome! Taking the first step to locate the right Behavioral Health provider can be a daunting task, but the courage it takes to start one's personal journey is sacred and is a very respected endeavor. To all who are seeking to increase personal peace and contentment at any given point in their lives, I am dedicated to assisting you with the compassionate support and professionalism necessary to provide success in obtaining your specific goals throughout our therapeutic journey together.
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.
Patrick Brian Dickey
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
El Segundo, CA 90245 (Online Only)
I will equip you with effective strategies taken from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to help you accomplish all your therapeutic goals.
Life keeps rolling on whether we experience depression, anxiety, grief, loss, or conflicts with your loved ones. Getting yourself unstuck can be quite frustrating. For some, the challenge can create feelings of despair and hopelessness. But you can create a life that’s meaningful. Together we will collaborate on building on your existing strengths and create a new, purposeful, and worthwhile future.
I will equip you with effective strategies taken from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Psychodynamic Psychotherapy to help you accomplish all your therapeutic goals.
Life keeps rolling on whether we experience depression, anxiety, grief, loss, or conflicts with your loved ones. Getting yourself unstuck can be quite frustrating. For some, the challenge can create feelings of despair and hopelessness. But you can create a life that’s meaningful. Together we will collaborate on building on your existing strengths and create a new, purposeful, and worthwhile future.
John Claros
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Culver City, CA 90230 (Online Only)
I have certifications in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Oriented Recovery Systems Model, and Managing and Adapting Practices.
I have worked with clients in English/Spanish helping adults with co-occurring disorders, at-risk youth, children, adolescents and veterans, with exposure to trauma, neglect, abuse, and parents with parenting issues. Working with these clients early on in my career motivated me to help those who cannot help themselves. Working as a therapist is a rewarding experience as well as a privilege to be invited into another person's life. I find that in joining clients on their journey to make changes and overcome the difficulties in their lives it enables them to discover their best self.
I have certifications in Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Crisis Oriented Recovery Systems Model, and Managing and Adapting Practices.
I have worked with clients in English/Spanish helping adults with co-occurring disorders, at-risk youth, children, adolescents and veterans, with exposure to trauma, neglect, abuse, and parents with parenting issues. Working with these clients early on in my career motivated me to help those who cannot help themselves. Working as a therapist is a rewarding experience as well as a privilege to be invited into another person's life. I find that in joining clients on their journey to make changes and overcome the difficulties in their lives it enables them to discover their best self.
Dr. Badal is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist. Additionally, he is also a registered psychological associate with the state of California. His educational training includes a graduate degree as well as a doctorate degree and training in clinical psychology with an emphasis on psychopharmacology and pain management. He has more than 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field and many years of experience in higher education, research, and educational and career advising.
Dr. Badal is a California-licensed marriage and family therapist. Additionally, he is also a registered psychological associate with the state of California. His educational training includes a graduate degree as well as a doctorate degree and training in clinical psychology with an emphasis on psychopharmacology and pain management. He has more than 20 years of experience in the behavioral health field and many years of experience in higher education, research, and educational and career advising.
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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.