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Coral Arvon
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bay Harbor Islands, FL 33154
(954) 231-1032 View (954) 231-1032

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Arvon & Associates in Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
Aventura, FL 33180
Do you currently experience difficulties in you relationship? Is your child defiant? Are you often tearful or anxious? I will gladly schedule a session and help you with your difficulties, your paIn. We specialize in the treatment of adults, and adolescents with behavioral and emotional problems. We have been trained in couples counseling , and individuals with anxiety, fear and depression. Also a board certified sex therapist.
Do you currently experience difficulties in you relationship? Is your child defiant? Are you often tearful or anxious? I will gladly schedule a session and help you with your difficulties, your paIn. We specialize in the treatment of adults, and adolescents with behavioral and emotional problems. We have been trained in couples counseling , and individuals with anxiety, fear and depression. Also a board certified sex therapist.
(305) 936-8000 View (305) 936-8000
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Kathleen M Corona
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
North Miami, FL 33161
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and family systems work.
I am a licensed psychotherapist and have spent the last 22 years dedicated to providing direct service as a helping professional in Florida, Colorado, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina. I provide treatment for emotional and behavioral difficulties including specialized individual treatment with young children, teens, and adults for a variety of issues ranging from depression to ADHD. I utilize a wide range of treatment options from individual, group, couples, and family psychotherapy. In my daily practice I integrate traditional and holistic modalities of treatment.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and family systems work.
I am a licensed psychotherapist and have spent the last 22 years dedicated to providing direct service as a helping professional in Florida, Colorado, Pennsylvania, and South Carolina. I provide treatment for emotional and behavioral difficulties including specialized individual treatment with young children, teens, and adults for a variety of issues ranging from depression to ADHD. I utilize a wide range of treatment options from individual, group, couples, and family psychotherapy. In my daily practice I integrate traditional and holistic modalities of treatment.
(305) 570-3192 View (305) 570-3192
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Kaffie Wilcoxon
Counselor, LMHC, CAP
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33128  (Online Only)
Cognative Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Motivational Therapy are a few of the therapies that can guide you to your achievement goals.
All of us have dreams, aspirations and needs. To be successful, we need to have the mental and physical needs taken care of. Having goals and plans help guide us to the achievement of our goals.
Cognative Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Strength-Based Therapy, Motivational Therapy are a few of the therapies that can guide you to your achievement goals.
All of us have dreams, aspirations and needs. To be successful, we need to have the mental and physical needs taken care of. Having goals and plans help guide us to the achievement of our goals.
(727) 334-2662 View (727) 334-2662
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Craig Lampkin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33101  (Online Only)
I can be helpful, with my professional specialty areas to increase insight into challenging life experiences and behaviors, while increasing coping, problem-solving, and decision, making skills to empower and sustain positive behavioral change.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
I can be helpful, with my professional specialty areas to increase insight into challenging life experiences and behaviors, while increasing coping, problem-solving, and decision, making skills to empower and sustain positive behavioral change.
I became a Marriage and Family Therapist because I enjoy processing with individuals and listening to personal journeys to find a resolution. I was a High School performance art major and find this skill set benefical in providing supports through visual cues using various therapeutic approaches and modalities. I specialize in working with children and families in child welfare. I enjoy working with young children and teens as these are challenging developmental years, trauma and distress from systemic and familial patterns of behaviors, coupled with low parenting, coping, decision-making and problem-solving skills.
(850) 900-2218 View (850) 900-2218
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Sasha Dimitrjevitch
Counselor, MS, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33109
I work collaboratively with clients and use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused interventions to help individuals and families meet their goals.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed therapist and qualified supervisor who works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My areas of expertise include relationship issues, child behavioral concerns, parent guidance/parenting support, oppositional defiance, boundary setting, anxiety, self-esteem, social difficulties, and life transitions such as becoming parents, growing families, separation, and divorce.
I work collaboratively with clients and use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused interventions to help individuals and families meet their goals.
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) licensed therapist and qualified supervisor who works with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. My areas of expertise include relationship issues, child behavioral concerns, parent guidance/parenting support, oppositional defiance, boundary setting, anxiety, self-esteem, social difficulties, and life transitions such as becoming parents, growing families, separation, and divorce.
(786) 574-2816 View (786) 574-2816
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Weedny Andre
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, MFT
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33130  (Online Only)
, depression, anxiety, anger, and stress management, behavioral, employment, and family & marital conflicts.
I am Dr. Andre. I have 18+ years of providing priestly ministry and counseling to children, adolescents, women, men, couples, and elders, (5 years of healing ministry as Chaplain at Baptist Hospital). I speak English, French, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, and Spanish. I hold a bachelor's degree in theology; master's degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling/Marriage & Family Therapy; and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. I offer individual, family, premarital, Christian/Spiritual and Grief counseling (130-$150/session).
, depression, anxiety, anger, and stress management, behavioral, employment, and family & marital conflicts.
I am Dr. Andre. I have 18+ years of providing priestly ministry and counseling to children, adolescents, women, men, couples, and elders, (5 years of healing ministry as Chaplain at Baptist Hospital). I speak English, French, Haitian Creole, Portuguese, and Spanish. I hold a bachelor's degree in theology; master's degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling/Marriage & Family Therapy; and a Ph.D. in Marriage and Family Therapy. I offer individual, family, premarital, Christian/Spiritual and Grief counseling (130-$150/session).
(305) 680-1291 View (305) 680-1291
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James Douglas Jr
Marriage & Family Therapist Intern, MS, RCMHI, RMFTI
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Miami Shores, FL 33161
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and a Registered Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern with a bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling from Barry University. I have over 14 years of experience working with dual diagnosis, behavioral health, applied behavioral analysis, mental health, and coaching with children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and businesses. I also have experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, behavioral issues, work/life balance, goal setting.
I am a Registered Marriage and Family Therapist Intern and a Registered Clinical Mental Health Counselor Intern with a bachelor’s Degree in Psychology and a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling and Marriage, Couple, and Family Counseling from Barry University. I have over 14 years of experience working with dual diagnosis, behavioral health, applied behavioral analysis, mental health, and coaching with children, adolescents, teens, adults, couples, families, and businesses. I also have experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, bipolar, behavioral issues, work/life balance, goal setting.
(561) 462-5488 View (561) 462-5488
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Sally Duerr-Rodriguez
Mental Health Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Miami Shores, FL 33138
The holidays can be stressful. I want to help you help yourself. I am certified in DBT for adolescents, young adults, adults and families and also have a certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for eating disorders. My other specialties include substance abuse, eating disorders, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, and grief. Let's take the first step to freedom together.
The holidays can be stressful. I want to help you help yourself. I am certified in DBT for adolescents, young adults, adults and families and also have a certification in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for eating disorders. My other specialties include substance abuse, eating disorders, depression and other mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, stress, relationship difficulties, and grief. Let's take the first step to freedom together.
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Marian Rivodo
MS, RMHCI, Coach
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33137
By using an integrative approach, I partner with clients and assist them in implementing multiple practical techniques from perspectives such as: The Gottman Method, Structural Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Venezuelan-born, Miami-raised native with a passion for helping individuals, couples and families achieve health within themselves and in their relationships. I firmly believe that healthy individuals can produce healthy homes and healthy homes can produce healthy individuals but somewhere along the way, culture and our surroundings make an attempt to lead us astray, leading us far from what we want to build and who we want to be. Allow me to join you on your journey of redesigning your life, your relationships and let’s commit to flourishing in every aspect of it.
By using an integrative approach, I partner with clients and assist them in implementing multiple practical techniques from perspectives such as: The Gottman Method, Structural Family Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution-Focused Therapy.
Venezuelan-born, Miami-raised native with a passion for helping individuals, couples and families achieve health within themselves and in their relationships. I firmly believe that healthy individuals can produce healthy homes and healthy homes can produce healthy individuals but somewhere along the way, culture and our surroundings make an attempt to lead us astray, leading us far from what we want to build and who we want to be. Allow me to join you on your journey of redesigning your life, your relationships and let’s commit to flourishing in every aspect of it.
(305) 902-2012 View (305) 902-2012
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Dr. Natalya Elna Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, DBH, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33109
I have a Doctorate in Behavioral Health and two Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Building and maintaining romantic relationships always comes with its own set of challenges; and no two relationships are exactly alike. Whether the relationship is new or more established, differences are inevitable and conflict will arise; everyone has their own baggage. Having been an MFT for 15+ years, I can offer couples (both as a unit and as individuals) guidance and support in navigating their relationships, from setting up healthy/realistic expectations from the outset, moving forward after adultery, goal-building, marital issues, trust building, blended families, divorce, etc. and more.
I have a Doctorate in Behavioral Health and two Masters of Science in Marriage and Family Therapy.
Building and maintaining romantic relationships always comes with its own set of challenges; and no two relationships are exactly alike. Whether the relationship is new or more established, differences are inevitable and conflict will arise; everyone has their own baggage. Having been an MFT for 15+ years, I can offer couples (both as a unit and as individuals) guidance and support in navigating their relationships, from setting up healthy/realistic expectations from the outset, moving forward after adultery, goal-building, marital issues, trust building, blended families, divorce, etc. and more.
(954) 210-5442 View (954) 210-5442
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Dr. Lydia Kalsner-Silver
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Miami Beach, FL 33140
Additionally, I have extensive experience treating childhood anxiety disorders, behavioral problems, and adjustment difficulties.
I am a licensed psychologist with extensive training and experience in the treatment of adults, children and families. As part of the South Florida DBT Consortium, I am a certified DBT- Linehan Board Clinician. Additionally, my group practice is a Linehan Board Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program and provides individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, adults and parents. My credentials include a doctoral degree from Rutgers University and two masters degrees in psychology from Columbia University. I also have extensive postdoctoral training and expertise in the treatment of children & families.
Additionally, I have extensive experience treating childhood anxiety disorders, behavioral problems, and adjustment difficulties.
I am a licensed psychologist with extensive training and experience in the treatment of adults, children and families. As part of the South Florida DBT Consortium, I am a certified DBT- Linehan Board Clinician. Additionally, my group practice is a Linehan Board Certified Dialectical Behavior Therapy Program and provides individual and group therapy to children, adolescents, adults and parents. My credentials include a doctoral degree from Rutgers University and two masters degrees in psychology from Columbia University. I also have extensive postdoctoral training and expertise in the treatment of children & families.
(305) 423-9942 View (305) 423-9942
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Dovid Kirzner
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Miami Beach, FL 33162
I have extensive experience treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, thought disorders, interpersonal problems, adjustment issues, behavioral disorders, and parenting issues.
Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today page. I am glad that you have found the courage in seeking a therapist, and I invite you to reach out to me to collaboratively assist you in achieving optimal emotional wellness and your life goals.
I have extensive experience treating anxiety disorders, mood disorders, thought disorders, interpersonal problems, adjustment issues, behavioral disorders, and parenting issues.
Thank you for visiting my Psychology Today page. I am glad that you have found the courage in seeking a therapist, and I invite you to reach out to me to collaboratively assist you in achieving optimal emotional wellness and your life goals.
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Katherine Douglas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33129  (Online Only)
I am trained in Solution Focused Brief therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, as well as training in understanding trauma responses.
Hi! My name is Katherine Douglas. I understand life doesn't always go as planned and you might feel like you've lost your way. Sometimes you may experience current or unresolved trauma. Maybe you're a part of the Black or Caribbean community and have specific cultural experiences you're trying to navigate. All which can lead to, relationship troubles, anxiety issues or feelings of depression. These issues can hinder you from being your best self. Imagine waking up and feeling peace and balance within your relationship or overall life. I am passionate in helping you achieve your goals and assisting you in finding your voice.
I am trained in Solution Focused Brief therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, as well as training in understanding trauma responses.
Hi! My name is Katherine Douglas. I understand life doesn't always go as planned and you might feel like you've lost your way. Sometimes you may experience current or unresolved trauma. Maybe you're a part of the Black or Caribbean community and have specific cultural experiences you're trying to navigate. All which can lead to, relationship troubles, anxiety issues or feelings of depression. These issues can hinder you from being your best self. Imagine waking up and feeling peace and balance within your relationship or overall life. I am passionate in helping you achieve your goals and assisting you in finding your voice.
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Maren Pinder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
North Miami Beach, FL 33160
Welcome! My name is Maren Pinder. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with experience working with children, adolescents, adults and couples struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, behavioral challenges, parenting, self-esteem, and trauma. I strive to create a warm and authentic atmosphere where my clients feel safe to explore and fulfill their mental health needs. Common practices I use include emotion-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness.
Welcome! My name is Maren Pinder. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with experience working with children, adolescents, adults and couples struggling with issues related to depression, anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, behavioral challenges, parenting, self-esteem, and trauma. I strive to create a warm and authentic atmosphere where my clients feel safe to explore and fulfill their mental health needs. Common practices I use include emotion-focused therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and mindfulness.
(904) 605-5472 View (904) 605-5472
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Andreas Balasis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33109  (Online Only)
By utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a “third wave” cognitive- behavioral therapy, we will aim to enhance what is known as “psychological flexibility.
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling. Though each struggle is unique, I operate from the standpoint that pain is universal. For the person that struggles to fully understand and express what they're feeling, for the teenager or young adult who struggles operating within the world they are inheriting, or for the couple that struggles to build or maintain friendship, love, or affection, recognizing and embracing those struggles are the first steps towards overcoming them. I work with those who want to feel more like themselves, and those who want to begin embodying the selves they aspire to be.
By utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, a “third wave” cognitive- behavioral therapy, we will aim to enhance what is known as “psychological flexibility.
I work with individuals and couples who are struggling. Though each struggle is unique, I operate from the standpoint that pain is universal. For the person that struggles to fully understand and express what they're feeling, for the teenager or young adult who struggles operating within the world they are inheriting, or for the couple that struggles to build or maintain friendship, love, or affection, recognizing and embracing those struggles are the first steps towards overcoming them. I work with those who want to feel more like themselves, and those who want to begin embodying the selves they aspire to be.
(813) 946-6396 View (813) 946-6396
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Dr. Alexandra Victoria
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Aventura, FL 33180  (Online Only)
Victoria’s clinical specialties include depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, behavioral problems, eating disorders, mood disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Prader-Willi Syndrome.
Dr. Alexandra Victoria, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience with children (ages 2-13), adolescents (ages 13-17), families, and adults. Her expertise spans across various settings, including in-patient hospitals, residential facilities, and private practice. Treating complex issues like interpersonal difficulties, family dynamic conflicts, trauma-related distress, life transitions, and child developmental/emotional challenges, Dr. Victoria ensures compassionate yet effective care.
Victoria’s clinical specialties include depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, trauma, Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), learning disabilities, behavioral problems, eating disorders, mood disorders, Autism Spectrum Disorder, and Prader-Willi Syndrome.
Dr. Alexandra Victoria, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist with over 20 years of experience with children (ages 2-13), adolescents (ages 13-17), families, and adults. Her expertise spans across various settings, including in-patient hospitals, residential facilities, and private practice. Treating complex issues like interpersonal difficulties, family dynamic conflicts, trauma-related distress, life transitions, and child developmental/emotional challenges, Dr. Victoria ensures compassionate yet effective care.
(954) 519-7432 View (954) 519-7432
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Alexander Kay And Associates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33137
We utilize only evidence-based modalities, backed by research, such as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapies (MBCT), trauma therapy-EMDR (paired with 'Light Bar'), Interpersonal Therapy (ITP) and Psychodynamic  therapy.
Hello there! A. Kay and associates specialize in treatment of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Bipolar and various addictions. Having worked in the hospitals for many years, we utilize only evidence based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR etc.). Unprocessed traumas can have a debilitating effect on one's life, we are using a state of the art EMDR technique (paired with 'Light Bar') to effectively treat past traumas. Couples/marital therapy is our other specialty; effective communication and clinical negotiations are skills that can be learned to save the marriage.
We utilize only evidence-based modalities, backed by research, such as Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral (DBT) and Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapies (MBCT), trauma therapy-EMDR (paired with 'Light Bar'), Interpersonal Therapy (ITP) and Psychodynamic  therapy.
Hello there! A. Kay and associates specialize in treatment of Depression, Anxiety, ADHD, OCD, Bipolar and various addictions. Having worked in the hospitals for many years, we utilize only evidence based treatment modalities (CBT, DBT, EMDR etc.). Unprocessed traumas can have a debilitating effect on one's life, we are using a state of the art EMDR technique (paired with 'Light Bar') to effectively treat past traumas. Couples/marital therapy is our other specialty; effective communication and clinical negotiations are skills that can be learned to save the marriage.
(561) 513-5030 View (561) 513-5030
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Dr. Danielle DeSantis, PsyD, LMFT
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Miami, FL 33137  (Online Only)
I focus on careful assessment and helping those in need of clinical services using a variety of evidenced based approaches. In my practice, I use a variety of treatment modalities such as individual, couple, group, and family therapy depending on individual needs. I have much experience working with psychiatric and behavioral problems such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, trauma-related disorders and so on. Teaching individuals how to manage and cope with symptoms of grief, marital problems, family conflict, divorce, parenting issues, and other relational problems are additional areas of specialty.
I focus on careful assessment and helping those in need of clinical services using a variety of evidenced based approaches. In my practice, I use a variety of treatment modalities such as individual, couple, group, and family therapy depending on individual needs. I have much experience working with psychiatric and behavioral problems such as anxiety disorders, mood disorders, depression, trauma-related disorders and so on. Teaching individuals how to manage and cope with symptoms of grief, marital problems, family conflict, divorce, parenting issues, and other relational problems are additional areas of specialty.
(401) 371-0223 View (401) 371-0223
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Katherine Miller
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Miami, FL 33147  (Online Only)
I primarily lean towards person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and embodiment work.
I'm Katie Miller, a marriage and family therapist with 7 years of experience, specializing in ADHD, PTSD, trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, and anxiety. As a wife and mother, I bring personal insight and dedication to helping families thrive by focusing on finding their authentic selves. When I'm off, I enjoy meditating, reading, walking, spending time with friends and family, swimming, and playing with my son, Lucas. I seek to work with individuals who are eager to learn and uncover more about themselves. My experience includes working with ADHD, PTSD, trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, and anxiety.
I primarily lean towards person-centered, solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and embodiment work.
I'm Katie Miller, a marriage and family therapist with 7 years of experience, specializing in ADHD, PTSD, trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, and anxiety. As a wife and mother, I bring personal insight and dedication to helping families thrive by focusing on finding their authentic selves. When I'm off, I enjoy meditating, reading, walking, spending time with friends and family, swimming, and playing with my son, Lucas. I seek to work with individuals who are eager to learn and uncover more about themselves. My experience includes working with ADHD, PTSD, trauma, adjustment disorders, depression, and anxiety.
(786) 732-1291 View (786) 732-1291

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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.