Behavioral Issues Therapists in Decatur, GA
My name is Kevin Larry. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Master's Addiction Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My specialties include mental health, substance abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, anger and aggression, trauma, ADHD, and other behavioral issues. I believe in a strengths-based approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy techniques, and Motivational Interviewing.
My name is Kevin Larry. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Master's Addiction Counselor with over 25 years of experience working with individuals, families, couples, and groups. My specialties include mental health, substance abuse, anxiety, stress, depression, anger and aggression, trauma, ADHD, and other behavioral issues. I believe in a strengths-based approach utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy techniques, and Motivational Interviewing.
Megan Bryant
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, ATR
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and poor peer relationships.
Art therapy may look like just a fun creative process, but it is an effective therapeutic technique that utilizes the creative process to help improve the mental health and emotional well-being of people of all ages. Discovering healthy and creative forms of expression is empowering for those who find a voice through the creative processes of making art. I believe in a positive, holistic, and gentle approach that honors the individual and encourages healing and personal growth. During our time together, I help you and/or your child explore yourself in this safe space beyond language and conversation.
I work with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, ADHD, low self-esteem, behavioral concerns, and poor peer relationships.
Art therapy may look like just a fun creative process, but it is an effective therapeutic technique that utilizes the creative process to help improve the mental health and emotional well-being of people of all ages. Discovering healthy and creative forms of expression is empowering for those who find a voice through the creative processes of making art. I believe in a positive, holistic, and gentle approach that honors the individual and encourages healing and personal growth. During our time together, I help you and/or your child explore yourself in this safe space beyond language and conversation.
I like to provide my clients a safe and private therapeutic space, where they can process their feelings, beliefs, struggles, emotional or behavioral concerns. Every human being has stages in their life, when you feel lost, depressive, grieving, anxious or when you experience abuse, trauma, substance or behavioral dependence or other struggles. A Counselor with professional preparation and skills can help you without a judgmental attitude. I like to focus on the people's strengths and resources opening the path of healing. My background and experience helps me to consider your social context, beliefs and culture.
I like to provide my clients a safe and private therapeutic space, where they can process their feelings, beliefs, struggles, emotional or behavioral concerns. Every human being has stages in their life, when you feel lost, depressive, grieving, anxious or when you experience abuse, trauma, substance or behavioral dependence or other struggles. A Counselor with professional preparation and skills can help you without a judgmental attitude. I like to focus on the people's strengths and resources opening the path of healing. My background and experience helps me to consider your social context, beliefs and culture.
I am nationally certified to provide Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(TF-CBT).
Managing the challenges of life takes skill that both children and adults have to learn. I enjoy helping people gain insight into their behaviors and enhance their skills for overcoming problems in positive ways. My goal is to help people learn to manage their emotions and behaviors, help individuals break the cycle of abuse and violence, and help people foster healthy relationships. I provide compassion while helping people find their inner strength and resources for adjusting to the challenges of life.
I am nationally certified to provide Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy(TF-CBT).
Managing the challenges of life takes skill that both children and adults have to learn. I enjoy helping people gain insight into their behaviors and enhance their skills for overcoming problems in positive ways. My goal is to help people learn to manage their emotions and behaviors, help individuals break the cycle of abuse and violence, and help people foster healthy relationships. I provide compassion while helping people find their inner strength and resources for adjusting to the challenges of life.
Valery Dickinson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT, RT
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30032
Hello there! Here is the message to my new clients: I want you to be happy and succeed. I want you to know it is very possible and all I need from you is your willingness to do the work - a little but consistent work under my supervision. Allow me to guide you in the process. Even professional athletes are working constantly to maintain and improve their performance. I will teach you how to manage your emotions, your behavior, resolve past/childhood wounds and how to get the best out of yourself, your relationships and the life in general. I am here to teach you skills you will apply independently for the rest of your life.
Hello there! Here is the message to my new clients: I want you to be happy and succeed. I want you to know it is very possible and all I need from you is your willingness to do the work - a little but consistent work under my supervision. Allow me to guide you in the process. Even professional athletes are working constantly to maintain and improve their performance. I will teach you how to manage your emotions, your behavior, resolve past/childhood wounds and how to get the best out of yourself, your relationships and the life in general. I am here to teach you skills you will apply independently for the rest of your life.
I love to work with families (including single moms) and helping the entire unity (individual, couple, parents and children) to be happier, improve communication, and improve behavior.
I love working with children, families, couples and individual adults who are ready for immediate change and results. I am extremely positive, encouraging and results focused. I specialize in brief therapy and coaching models for highly motivated clients who desire to feel hope, change and success as quickly as possible. I love challenges and work with the entire system (school, corporation, team, parents, mentors, etc.) to realize lasting change and happiness. I also love to teach via workshops, webinars and especially public speaking. I am also extremely respectful of combining religion and psychology!
I love to work with families (including single moms) and helping the entire unity (individual, couple, parents and children) to be happier, improve communication, and improve behavior.
I love working with children, families, couples and individual adults who are ready for immediate change and results. I am extremely positive, encouraging and results focused. I specialize in brief therapy and coaching models for highly motivated clients who desire to feel hope, change and success as quickly as possible. I love challenges and work with the entire system (school, corporation, team, parents, mentors, etc.) to realize lasting change and happiness. I also love to teach via workshops, webinars and especially public speaking. I am also extremely respectful of combining religion and psychology!
I have extensive experience with special education, parenting, behavior difficulties with children, trauma, and grief.
"It's a privilege to be able to bear witness to someone's story when they may not have had the chance to tell it before." - Lindy Alexander. I believe in the celebration of baby steps, because they lead to growth, evolving, and newfound strength. I provide a space absent of judgment, and full of empathy. Are you a parent struggling to understand your child's feelings and behaviors? I can provide space for both parenting strategies and the child's expression of emotions through play. Are you an adult struggling with difficult life stressors and transitions? I can provide the emotional space necessary for clarity and peace.
I have extensive experience with special education, parenting, behavior difficulties with children, trauma, and grief.
"It's a privilege to be able to bear witness to someone's story when they may not have had the chance to tell it before." - Lindy Alexander. I believe in the celebration of baby steps, because they lead to growth, evolving, and newfound strength. I provide a space absent of judgment, and full of empathy. Are you a parent struggling to understand your child's feelings and behaviors? I can provide space for both parenting strategies and the child's expression of emotions through play. Are you an adult struggling with difficult life stressors and transitions? I can provide the emotional space necessary for clarity and peace.
Monica Gray
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC, CAMS, QPRT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30034 (Online Only)
Where We Stand is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care practice that offers mental health and substance abuse services to communities within the metro Atlanta area. Our focus is to provide cost-effective, quality treatment.
Where We Stand is a multidisciplinary behavioral health care practice that offers mental health and substance abuse services to communities within the metro Atlanta area. Our focus is to provide cost-effective, quality treatment.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy frameworks to address thought processes and behaviors.
"Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it." As a clinician, I am always honored to be a part of the journey to healing and self-discovery. I am a licensed professional counselor who enjoys individual and family treatment with pre-teens, adolescents, adults and couples. I find inspiration in assisting individuals and families find healthy perceptions of themselves while strengthening the foundations of family and self. I have over 10 years of experience working in various clinical settings.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy frameworks to address thought processes and behaviors.
"Healing takes courage, and we all have courage, even if we have to dig a little to find it." As a clinician, I am always honored to be a part of the journey to healing and self-discovery. I am a licensed professional counselor who enjoys individual and family treatment with pre-teens, adolescents, adults and couples. I find inspiration in assisting individuals and families find healthy perceptions of themselves while strengthening the foundations of family and self. I have over 10 years of experience working in various clinical settings.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. I work to help clients achieve psychological wellness and experience their lives with a sense of peace, satisfaction, and hope. I promote clients' ability to identify their goals, achieve them, and ultimately create the life they want. I use various cognitive behavioral strategies to promote strengths, while empowering clients to recognize, understand, and adaptively manage life's challenges. I know that life is challenging - full of highs and lows. I also know that within the context of supportive relationships and with sincere efforts, people can thrive.
Everyone deserves the opportunity to thrive. I work to help clients achieve psychological wellness and experience their lives with a sense of peace, satisfaction, and hope. I promote clients' ability to identify their goals, achieve them, and ultimately create the life they want. I use various cognitive behavioral strategies to promote strengths, while empowering clients to recognize, understand, and adaptively manage life's challenges. I know that life is challenging - full of highs and lows. I also know that within the context of supportive relationships and with sincere efforts, people can thrive.
Emerald Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC, RPT, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030
As a humanistic and integrative therapist, I use both directive and non-directive approaches such as client centered, child-centered play therapy, synergetic, experiential, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral play therapy.
I strive to provide a safe space to help you create balance in life by exploring your attachments, limiting beliefs, emotions, and behaviors to strengthen your individual sense of self and confidently face life’s many challenges.
As a humanistic and integrative therapist, I use both directive and non-directive approaches such as client centered, child-centered play therapy, synergetic, experiential, and trauma-focused cognitive behavioral play therapy.
I strive to provide a safe space to help you create balance in life by exploring your attachments, limiting beliefs, emotions, and behaviors to strengthen your individual sense of self and confidently face life’s many challenges.
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Before pursuing my Masters in Social Work at UGA, I worked as a 4th grade TA and a behavior therapist for children with severe autism.
Does your child struggle to communicate feelings, misunderstand social cues, or manage intense emotions? Is your child impulsive, has trouble completing tasks, or suffers from sensory overload? These challenges can leave them feeling isolated, dampen their self-esteem, and strain their family and peer systems. If you or your child are looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist to navigate the journey of being or feeling different, I am here to help. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating the unique challenges associated with developmental differences, such as ADHD and Autism.
Before pursuing my Masters in Social Work at UGA, I worked as a 4th grade TA and a behavior therapist for children with severe autism.
Does your child struggle to communicate feelings, misunderstand social cues, or manage intense emotions? Is your child impulsive, has trouble completing tasks, or suffers from sensory overload? These challenges can leave them feeling isolated, dampen their self-esteem, and strain their family and peer systems. If you or your child are looking for a compassionate and skilled therapist to navigate the journey of being or feeling different, I am here to help. I specialize in working with individuals who are navigating the unique challenges associated with developmental differences, such as ADHD and Autism.
Hello and welcome! I provide a creative and exploratory environment for children, preteens, teens, and their families to navigate through the anxiety and struggles of life's challenges. With a foundation in expressive therapy and play therapy, based on client presentation and needs, I integrate both directive and non-directive play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and mind/body connection. I find that therapy is not a one size fits all experience and I strive to engage clients in creatively finding what will support them within the therapeutic experience.
Hello and welcome! I provide a creative and exploratory environment for children, preteens, teens, and their families to navigate through the anxiety and struggles of life's challenges. With a foundation in expressive therapy and play therapy, based on client presentation and needs, I integrate both directive and non-directive play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, and mind/body connection. I find that therapy is not a one size fits all experience and I strive to engage clients in creatively finding what will support them within the therapeutic experience.
I am L. Elizabeth Shelton, GA LPC 008242 and have been fully licensed since 2012, originally in Virginia and since 2015 in Georgia. My theoretical orientation to therapy is CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) as I believe it is critical to understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and drive most of the problems people struggle to overcome. I have experience working with a wide range of areas/conditions, though most often focus on helping individuals with depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma.
I am L. Elizabeth Shelton, GA LPC 008242 and have been fully licensed since 2012, originally in Virginia and since 2015 in Georgia. My theoretical orientation to therapy is CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) as I believe it is critical to understand how thoughts, feelings, and behaviors interact and drive most of the problems people struggle to overcome. I have experience working with a wide range of areas/conditions, though most often focus on helping individuals with depression, anxiety, emotional dysregulation, and trauma.
Phyllis Williams, LMFT, PC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CTHC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030 (Online Only)
I am licensed psychotherapist with over 24 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (excessive worry and stress), depression (feeling unmotivated, disinterested, and stuck), couples conflict, parent/child issues, OCD, RSD, and ADHD. I have extensive training providing therapy for family and teen/adolescent issues. I work best with individuals, teens, couples, and families who prefer a hands-on and action-oriented psychotherapy approach to promote change. I use cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, person-centered, RRT, and family systems techniques. I work 100% virtually serving patients in Georgia and California.
I am licensed psychotherapist with over 24 years of experience. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety (excessive worry and stress), depression (feeling unmotivated, disinterested, and stuck), couples conflict, parent/child issues, OCD, RSD, and ADHD. I have extensive training providing therapy for family and teen/adolescent issues. I work best with individuals, teens, couples, and families who prefer a hands-on and action-oriented psychotherapy approach to promote change. I use cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, person-centered, RRT, and family systems techniques. I work 100% virtually serving patients in Georgia and California.
Amy Buesing, PsyD, BCC - Trauma Psychologist
Psychologist, PsyD, BCC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
I’m a licensed psychologist, and I’ve been helping people heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse for 20+ years. I've been working with veterans since 2009. When indicated, I combine ketamine treatment with several evidenced-based healing modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic/body psychotherapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR.
I’m a licensed psychologist, and I’ve been helping people heal from trauma, anxiety, depression, and substance abuse for 20+ years. I've been working with veterans since 2009. When indicated, I combine ketamine treatment with several evidenced-based healing modalities such as Internal Family Systems (IFS), somatic/body psychotherapy, trauma-focused cognitive behavioral therapy, and EMDR.
S Lashay Dowley
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD(c), MAMFT, CST, NCC, CPCS
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I 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 unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. As a solution-focused therapist my goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While I 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 unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that may be holding you back from experiencing a more fulfilling and meaningful life.
Thomas B Kronemberg
Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Decatur, GA 30030 (Online Only)
I am friendly, compassionate, and down to earth; dedicated to ensuring that each client receives the best care possible. Since I believe that each person is unique, I utilize various types of treatment modalities to promote healing and growth including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MIT), and play therapy. I have experience working with a number of mental health and emotional concerns, including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, family dysfunction, anger management, substance abuse, pre-marital/marriage counseling, parenting education and men’s issues.
I am friendly, compassionate, and down to earth; dedicated to ensuring that each client receives the best care possible. Since I believe that each person is unique, I utilize various types of treatment modalities to promote healing and growth including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing (MIT), and play therapy. I have experience working with a number of mental health and emotional concerns, including anxiety, depression, loss and grief, family dysfunction, anger management, substance abuse, pre-marital/marriage counseling, parenting education and men’s issues.
Zenitra Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Decatur, GA 30030 (Online Only)
I specialize in Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Grief, Depression, Mood Disorders, Stress Management, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I am originally from Delaware, I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Wilmington University. I went on to receive my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from Mercer University, in Atlanta, GA. My background includes working at Emory Wesley Woods inpatient psychiatric hospital, Transitions Behavioral Health Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), was well as Twin Lakes Drug Rehabilitation center.
I specialize in Anxiety/Panic Disorders, Grief, Depression, Mood Disorders, Stress Management, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
I am originally from Delaware, I received my undergraduate degree in Psychology from Wilmington University. I went on to receive my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health from Mercer University, in Atlanta, GA. My background includes working at Emory Wesley Woods inpatient psychiatric hospital, Transitions Behavioral Health Intensive Outpatient (IOP) and Partial Hospitalization Programs (PHP), was well as Twin Lakes Drug Rehabilitation center.
I believe in using a collective modality approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to assist in meeting their specific needs and goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I graduated from Mercer University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. After 5 years of working in community mental health both at the inpatient and outpatient levels I have gained invaluable experience working with individuals from multicultural backgrounds. My experience includes treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, grief, postpartum, racial issues, substance abuse, and more.
I believe in using a collective modality approach of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Person Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy to assist in meeting their specific needs and goals.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a National Certified Counselor. I graduated from Mercer University with a Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. After 5 years of working in community mental health both at the inpatient and outpatient levels I have gained invaluable experience working with individuals from multicultural backgrounds. My experience includes treating individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, bipolar disorders, grief, postpartum, racial issues, substance abuse, and more.
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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.