Behavioral Issues Therapists in Alpharetta, GA
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them navigate life transitions and challenges, create and maintain strong interpersonal relationships, and achieve their personal goals. I provide a warm and safe environment (incorporating humor when appropriate) where I use approaches and techniques such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction to equip clients with tools to create positive change and find meaning in their lives.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults to help them navigate life transitions and challenges, create and maintain strong interpersonal relationships, and achieve their personal goals. I provide a warm and safe environment (incorporating humor when appropriate) where I use approaches and techniques such as play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) and mindfulness-based stress reduction to equip clients with tools to create positive change and find meaning in their lives.
I am a licensed psychologist with 20 years of expertise in providing psychological evaluations to evaluate for a multitude of concerns including learning disabilities, emotional difficulties, and adjustment problems. I have training with ADHD and learning disorders, developmental delays, and severe behavioral and emotional disorders. Additionally, I have received specialized training in the assessment and treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders. I currently evaluate individuals of multiple ages for problems with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and general emotional concerns. I am accepting TESTING clients at this time.
I am a licensed psychologist with 20 years of expertise in providing psychological evaluations to evaluate for a multitude of concerns including learning disabilities, emotional difficulties, and adjustment problems. I have training with ADHD and learning disorders, developmental delays, and severe behavioral and emotional disorders. Additionally, I have received specialized training in the assessment and treatment of Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorders. I currently evaluate individuals of multiple ages for problems with depression, anxiety, ADHD, and general emotional concerns. I am accepting TESTING clients at this time.
Greer A Ezrine
Psychologist, PhD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30009
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of learning, behavioral, social-emotional, and developmental challenges in children and adolescents. My goal is to help parents understand why their child is struggling and to develop a treatment plan and educational strategies that nurture strengths, compensate for weaknesses, and support identified areas of need. Let me help you to identify your child's strengths and weaknesses in order to make practical and meaningful recommendations to address the presenting problem, to better educate your child's school about his or her unique needs, and to identify appropriate resources and services in the community.
I specialize in the assessment and treatment of learning, behavioral, social-emotional, and developmental challenges in children and adolescents. My goal is to help parents understand why their child is struggling and to develop a treatment plan and educational strategies that nurture strengths, compensate for weaknesses, and support identified areas of need. Let me help you to identify your child's strengths and weaknesses in order to make practical and meaningful recommendations to address the presenting problem, to better educate your child's school about his or her unique needs, and to identify appropriate resources and services in the community.
Kimberli Patrick - Attento Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30005
I understand how difficult it can be when faced with any type of behavior issue or mental health issue and the effect it can have on the entire family.
Knowing that at times life can offer its own difficult challenges, I am eager to partner with you as you journey to a better you! I believe strongly in meeting you where you are at and staying with you for the entire journey. You may be in the midst of a major life transition, trying to visualize life's next stage. Having an experienced, compassionate and non-judgmental professional to help guide you can make all the difference! Life can be difficult, but you don't have to navigate your problems alone.
I understand how difficult it can be when faced with any type of behavior issue or mental health issue and the effect it can have on the entire family.
Knowing that at times life can offer its own difficult challenges, I am eager to partner with you as you journey to a better you! I believe strongly in meeting you where you are at and staying with you for the entire journey. You may be in the midst of a major life transition, trying to visualize life's next stage. Having an experienced, compassionate and non-judgmental professional to help guide you can make all the difference! Life can be difficult, but you don't have to navigate your problems alone.
Brittany Byrd Hagy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30005
I specialize in play therapy and cognitive- behavioral approaches to help my clients achieve self-awareness and emotional healing.
Hello and welcome! I'm passionate about helping children and their families restore and rebuild the peace they’ve lost in their lives. I believe humans are designed to be intimately connected with others in loving and secure relationships. Therefore, when that connection and safety becomes absent or broken due to the difficulties of “life,” emotional pain and behavioral issues often arise that are difficult to navigate alone. My focus is on providing individuals (ages 3-25) with the tools they need to overcome their inner struggles, navigate the challenges of life, and develop resiliency for their future.
I specialize in play therapy and cognitive- behavioral approaches to help my clients achieve self-awareness and emotional healing.
Hello and welcome! I'm passionate about helping children and their families restore and rebuild the peace they’ve lost in their lives. I believe humans are designed to be intimately connected with others in loving and secure relationships. Therefore, when that connection and safety becomes absent or broken due to the difficulties of “life,” emotional pain and behavioral issues often arise that are difficult to navigate alone. My focus is on providing individuals (ages 3-25) with the tools they need to overcome their inner struggles, navigate the challenges of life, and develop resiliency for their future.
Life may present challenges that make us feel overwhelmed, despite our best efforts. I believe that focusing on strengths, solutions, and client-driven outcomes are fundamental ingredients to foster change. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have effectively aided individuals, couples, and families with establishing manageable goals and pinpointing concrete steps towards desired outcomes. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered and Solution Focused. I look forward to being part of your lifestyle of wellness.
Life may present challenges that make us feel overwhelmed, despite our best efforts. I believe that focusing on strengths, solutions, and client-driven outcomes are fundamental ingredients to foster change. As a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have effectively aided individuals, couples, and families with establishing manageable goals and pinpointing concrete steps towards desired outcomes. My approaches include Cognitive Behavioral, Client-Centered and Solution Focused. I look forward to being part of your lifestyle of wellness.
Joanna Goulding Kester
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CBTS
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30022
What would we accomplish together? Improved emotion regulation, managing intrusive thinking, changing beliefs and attitudes about yourself and others, managing stress, better behavior management (substance use, healthy eating and relational patterns).
As a Nationally Certified Counselor, I rely on evidence-based practices like Brainspotting and Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (M-CBT), to help children, adults, and families heal from the past, find stability in the present and hope for the future. My training and experience includes working with the effects of trauma (PTSD) and stressful experiences (e.g. emotional and sexual abuse, affairs, divorce, family conflict, grief, work stress, medical etc). I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, gender and sexuality, OCD, Maternal Mental Health, self-harm, behavior disorders and Insomnia.
What would we accomplish together? Improved emotion regulation, managing intrusive thinking, changing beliefs and attitudes about yourself and others, managing stress, better behavior management (substance use, healthy eating and relational patterns).
As a Nationally Certified Counselor, I rely on evidence-based practices like Brainspotting and Mindful Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (M-CBT), to help children, adults, and families heal from the past, find stability in the present and hope for the future. My training and experience includes working with the effects of trauma (PTSD) and stressful experiences (e.g. emotional and sexual abuse, affairs, divorce, family conflict, grief, work stress, medical etc). I also work with clients struggling with depression, anxiety, ADHD, gender and sexuality, OCD, Maternal Mental Health, self-harm, behavior disorders and Insomnia.
Attento Counseling Practice
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30005
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
*Request an Appointment Here https://attentocounseling.com/request-an-appointment/ *Attento Counseling is an outpatient behavioral health provider with 3 locations and over 60 licensed clinicians in the north Atlanta metro area (Marietta, Cumming, and Kennesaw). We also offer an affordable, accessible sliding-scale option for clients in need through our Mental Wellness & Emotional Learning program. Visit mwel.net for more information.
Accepting New Clients! Hi there! My name is Meredith. I am so glad you found my page. I work with children (ages 3-11), college age adults, and adults. I primarily work with anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, trauma, and behavioral and relationship issues. My goal is to empower you/your child to discover the tools needed to overcome life's struggles. I am passionate about creating a welcoming environment where you/your child feel safe and validated. I would be so honored to walk with you through your journey of self-discovery and healing. You are already one step closer to creating the life you desire!
Accepting New Clients! Hi there! My name is Meredith. I am so glad you found my page. I work with children (ages 3-11), college age adults, and adults. I primarily work with anxiety, ADHD, low self-esteem, trauma, and behavioral and relationship issues. My goal is to empower you/your child to discover the tools needed to overcome life's struggles. I am passionate about creating a welcoming environment where you/your child feel safe and validated. I would be so honored to walk with you through your journey of self-discovery and healing. You are already one step closer to creating the life you desire!
James Parker Griffin Jr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAMS II
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30004 (Online Only)
VIDEO LINK BELOW. I work with many income levels and cultural backgrounds. I help them learn skills to change their lives for the better. I have decades of experience--cradle to grave. My cognitive- behavioral approach is to serve WITHOUT JUDGMENT or assuming how clients are without getting to know them one-to-one. All client information is confidential except as required by law: danger to self or others such as child or elder abuse. Fortunately, this is rare. ASK FOR DR. GRIFFIN!: THE VERY BEST WAY TO SCHEDULE IS BY EMAIL ACCORDING TO THE INTAKE SPECIALIST. GIVE TIME AND DATE AT: psychiatric.consult@aol.com
VIDEO LINK BELOW. I work with many income levels and cultural backgrounds. I help them learn skills to change their lives for the better. I have decades of experience--cradle to grave. My cognitive- behavioral approach is to serve WITHOUT JUDGMENT or assuming how clients are without getting to know them one-to-one. All client information is confidential except as required by law: danger to self or others such as child or elder abuse. Fortunately, this is rare. ASK FOR DR. GRIFFIN!: THE VERY BEST WAY TO SCHEDULE IS BY EMAIL ACCORDING TO THE INTAKE SPECIALIST. GIVE TIME AND DATE AT: psychiatric.consult@aol.com
I specialize in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based treatment that has proven success in enhancing child behavior and strengthening parent-child bonds.
With a deep passion for improving the parent-child relationship, I specialize in working with families facing behavioral challenges in children, such as tantrums, irritability, big feelings, disproportionate reactions, anger, aggression, and defiance. My mission is to empower parents with effective tools and strategies to create a harmonious home environment. After equipping children with coping skills, I work with parents to reinforce skill use. By giving parents the tools needed to help their child succeed, therapy is more impactful and helps long-term.
I specialize in Parent-Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), an evidence-based treatment that has proven success in enhancing child behavior and strengthening parent-child bonds.
With a deep passion for improving the parent-child relationship, I specialize in working with families facing behavioral challenges in children, such as tantrums, irritability, big feelings, disproportionate reactions, anger, aggression, and defiance. My mission is to empower parents with effective tools and strategies to create a harmonious home environment. After equipping children with coping skills, I work with parents to reinforce skill use. By giving parents the tools needed to help their child succeed, therapy is more impactful and helps long-term.
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I help young people navigate a variety of issues, including struggles with self-esteem, behavioral issues, and eating disorders.
“You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." - Navigating today's world as a kid can be overwhelming and can affect the whole family. They face unique challenges that can lead to intense emotions and behavioral struggles. As a parent, seeing your child struggle is one of the hardest things you’ll ever face - here’s the good news: change is possible, and your child doesn’t have to face these struggles alone! I believe that when children learn to recognize and manage their emotions, they develop important skills that benefit their adult lives...Emotions are powerful but so are YOU, together we’ll learn to navigate the waves!
I help young people navigate a variety of issues, including struggles with self-esteem, behavioral issues, and eating disorders.
“You can't stop the waves, but you can learn to surf." - Navigating today's world as a kid can be overwhelming and can affect the whole family. They face unique challenges that can lead to intense emotions and behavioral struggles. As a parent, seeing your child struggle is one of the hardest things you’ll ever face - here’s the good news: change is possible, and your child doesn’t have to face these struggles alone! I believe that when children learn to recognize and manage their emotions, they develop important skills that benefit their adult lives...Emotions are powerful but so are YOU, together we’ll learn to navigate the waves!
I can help with CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) or DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), in which I am Intensively-trained, and I use play therapy with my younger clients.
Are you a parent, adult, or teen who has faced anxiety, panic, depression, mood swings, obsessions, attention problems, or impulsivity? You or your loved one may have had urges to harm themselves or had difficulty making or keeping healthy relationships. I help clients live a Life they experience as Worth Living, learning coping skills to deal with life’s stressors and solve problems one moment at a time. Find peace of mind and live your best life!
I can help with CBT (Cognitive Behavior Therapy) or DBT (Dialectical Behavior Therapy), in which I am Intensively-trained, and I use play therapy with my younger clients.
Are you a parent, adult, or teen who has faced anxiety, panic, depression, mood swings, obsessions, attention problems, or impulsivity? You or your loved one may have had urges to harm themselves or had difficulty making or keeping healthy relationships. I help clients live a Life they experience as Worth Living, learning coping skills to deal with life’s stressors and solve problems one moment at a time. Find peace of mind and live your best life!
Jarius Freeman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30009
My specialties include: Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Self Esteem, Depression, Boundary Setting, Behavioral Issues, and Men's Issues.
My mission as a counselor is to meet every client where they are in their journey of life with the hopes of being able to aid them with tools to navigate appropriately through life. I use a holistic therapeutic approach with the overall goal in mind to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves regarding their spiritual, physical, mental and emotional well-being, coupled with approaches ranging from Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
My specialties include: Substance Abuse, Anger Management, Self Esteem, Depression, Boundary Setting, Behavioral Issues, and Men's Issues.
My mission as a counselor is to meet every client where they are in their journey of life with the hopes of being able to aid them with tools to navigate appropriately through life. I use a holistic therapeutic approach with the overall goal in mind to help individuals develop a deeper understanding of themselves regarding their spiritual, physical, mental and emotional well-being, coupled with approaches ranging from Reality Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy and Person-Centered Therapy.
In addition I hold a Bachelors Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences with a Specialty in Foods and Nutrition; working with eating disorders and emotional and behavioral issues surrounding food.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and assist you in creating the life you desire. While we can't change difficult situations of the past we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques we will work together to resolve issues and lead you to experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
In addition I hold a Bachelors Degree in Family and Consumer Sciences with a Specialty in Foods and Nutrition; working with eating disorders and emotional and behavioral issues surrounding food.
As a therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and assist you in creating the life you desire. While we can't change difficult situations of the past we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques we will work together to resolve issues and lead you to experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Mark R Zuccolo
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30022
I'm Dr. Mark R. Zuccolo, licensed psychotherapist and behavioral consultant at Bellagio Psychotherapeutics in Alpharetta, Georgia. With cognitive behavioral therapy, I help individuals, couples and families identify and change dysfunctional thinking and behavior and make more balanced and realistic appraisals of themselves, their world, their future, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and improve communication and problem-solving skills. I work well with people of all faiths, and I am able to integrate spirituality and clinical practice, while respecting the individual wishes of each client.
I'm Dr. Mark R. Zuccolo, licensed psychotherapist and behavioral consultant at Bellagio Psychotherapeutics in Alpharetta, Georgia. With cognitive behavioral therapy, I help individuals, couples and families identify and change dysfunctional thinking and behavior and make more balanced and realistic appraisals of themselves, their world, their future, enjoy more satisfying relationships, and improve communication and problem-solving skills. I work well with people of all faiths, and I am able to integrate spirituality and clinical practice, while respecting the individual wishes of each client.
Jessalyn Palmer
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30009 (Online Only)
She uses an integrative approach drawing from cognitive- behavioral, developmental, interpersonal, and attachment theories.
Jessalyn Palmer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Georgia and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who has 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings. She has a keen interest in helping you through the challenges and opportunities of life through a compassionate and non-threatening process. She believes mental wellness is just as important as physical health.
She uses an integrative approach drawing from cognitive- behavioral, developmental, interpersonal, and attachment theories.
Jessalyn Palmer is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the State of Georgia and a National Certified Counselor (NCC) who has 15 years of experience working with adolescents and adults in a variety of settings. She has a keen interest in helping you through the challenges and opportunities of life through a compassionate and non-threatening process. She believes mental wellness is just as important as physical health.
Andrea Gwyn - Attento Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CPCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Alpharetta, GA 30005
Waitlist for new clients
I have extensive experience and success using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I believe that each person deserves the opportunity to thrive in life! This has guided my therapeutic engagement over the past 10 years. My ideal client is either individuals or families. I specialize in working with women, those struggling with personal empowerment. I love meeting and helping those who are looking to make positive changes in their lives!
I have extensive experience and success using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy as well as Dialectical Behavior Therapy.
I believe that each person deserves the opportunity to thrive in life! This has guided my therapeutic engagement over the past 10 years. My ideal client is either individuals or families. I specialize in working with women, those struggling with personal empowerment. I love meeting and helping those who are looking to make positive changes in their lives!
Are you unhappy with your relationship or struggling to cope with a life transition, loss, recently diagnosed chronic illness, or your child’s behavioral and/or emotional problems? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated? Does your physical appearance make you insecure or unhappy? Do you feel like you are having difficulties managing your new medical diagnosis or problematic lifestyle behaviors (weight management and smoking)? Do you feel your son or daughter has become irritable, stressed, unhappy, or is exhibiting low self-esteem and you have tried everything to make it better and haven’t been able to help him or her?
Are you unhappy with your relationship or struggling to cope with a life transition, loss, recently diagnosed chronic illness, or your child’s behavioral and/or emotional problems? Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed and frustrated? Does your physical appearance make you insecure or unhappy? Do you feel like you are having difficulties managing your new medical diagnosis or problematic lifestyle behaviors (weight management and smoking)? Do you feel your son or daughter has become irritable, stressed, unhappy, or is exhibiting low self-esteem and you have tried everything to make it better and haven’t been able to help him or her?
Donna Kubis - Attento Counseling
Pre-Licensed Professional, LAPC
Verified Verified
Alpharetta, GA 30005
I work with a clients ages teen to adult. I strive to help heal the whole person and integrate different approaches to best fit each one of my clients. I incorporate Person-Centered, Psychodrama, emotion focused family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapies in my sessions. I have experience working with groups and individuals with substance abuse and mental health challenges. I view the therapeutic alliance between client and clinician as the most important aspect of therapy. I believe in working together with my clients to achieve their stated goals by fully caring for and supporting each client without judgment.
I work with a clients ages teen to adult. I strive to help heal the whole person and integrate different approaches to best fit each one of my clients. I incorporate Person-Centered, Psychodrama, emotion focused family therapy and cognitive behavioral therapies in my sessions. I have experience working with groups and individuals with substance abuse and mental health challenges. I view the therapeutic alliance between client and clinician as the most important aspect of therapy. I believe in working together with my clients to achieve their stated goals by fully caring for and supporting each client without judgment.
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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.