Behavioral Issues Therapists in Kaneohe, HI

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Jessica L Federowicz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
In my practice, I strive to combine the science of behavior analysis and the skill of counseling to develop comprehensive treatment plans for each unique client.
Aloha- thank you for your interest and for taking this first step towards finding a therapist that fits your needs! I hold a license as a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Hawaii. It is always my primary goal to offer you or your loved one a safe space without judgment to process your experience. I have worked as both a licensed Behavior Analyst and a licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Hawaii before completing my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Hawaii School of Professional Psychology at Chaminade University.
In my practice, I strive to combine the science of behavior analysis and the skill of counseling to develop comprehensive treatment plans for each unique client.
Aloha- thank you for your interest and for taking this first step towards finding a therapist that fits your needs! I hold a license as a Clinical Psychologist in the state of Hawaii. It is always my primary goal to offer you or your loved one a safe space without judgment to process your experience. I have worked as both a licensed Behavior Analyst and a licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Hawaii before completing my Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from The Hawaii School of Professional Psychology at Chaminade University.
(716) 271-2773 View (716) 271-2773
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Phyllis Rooney
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
By changing one's thoughts, one can change their behavior and as a result create positive outcomes in their lives.
Aloha! I’m Phyllis Rooney, a trained Mental Health Counselor, serving children, teens, and adults in Hawaii. I love to work with motivated, ready to work clients. Clients who are open minded, flexible, curious about self. I am also very comfortable in working with clients from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community (LGBTQ +). Moreover I am extremely comfortable working with clients who are depressed, clients who are experiencing debilitating anxiety and clients who are complex trauma victims.
By changing one's thoughts, one can change their behavior and as a result create positive outcomes in their lives.
Aloha! I’m Phyllis Rooney, a trained Mental Health Counselor, serving children, teens, and adults in Hawaii. I love to work with motivated, ready to work clients. Clients who are open minded, flexible, curious about self. I am also very comfortable in working with clients from the Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Queer community (LGBTQ +). Moreover I am extremely comfortable working with clients who are depressed, clients who are experiencing debilitating anxiety and clients who are complex trauma victims.
(808) 201-3035 View (808) 201-3035
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Loraine Sawyer
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy along with a trauma informed perspective.
My Name is Lori Sawyer, and I am licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work collaboratively with clients to identify and address mental health challenges from a strength-based perspective. My goal is to support clients in reducing counterproductive patterns of beliefs, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors so that they can thrive across all life domains. I primarily work with teens and adults who are struggling with emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges including those coping with transitional life stressors, relational challenges or conflict, trauma related disorders, anxiety, depression, and parenting challenges.
I utilize a cognitive behavioral approach to therapy along with a trauma informed perspective.
My Name is Lori Sawyer, and I am licensed Mental Health Counselor. I work collaboratively with clients to identify and address mental health challenges from a strength-based perspective. My goal is to support clients in reducing counterproductive patterns of beliefs, emotions, thoughts, and behaviors so that they can thrive across all life domains. I primarily work with teens and adults who are struggling with emotional, behavioral, or relational challenges including those coping with transitional life stressors, relational challenges or conflict, trauma related disorders, anxiety, depression, and parenting challenges.
(808) 207-8867 View (808) 207-8867
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Christle Kamakaala • Mauli Ola Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
Are you struggling with life's challenges? I am here to help! With over ten years of experience working in the mental health field, I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Coping Skills, PTSD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Behavioral Issues, and Substance Use Disorders. My clinical expertise includes working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. Utilizing various evidence based therapeutic approaches, I am dedicated to providing optimal care and compassion while encouraging growth and resilience. I provide individualized care based on your specific needs.
Are you struggling with life's challenges? I am here to help! With over ten years of experience working in the mental health field, I specialize in Relationship Issues, Depression, Anxiety, Coping Skills, PTSD, Trauma, Life Transitions, Behavioral Issues, and Substance Use Disorders. My clinical expertise includes working with Individuals, Couples, and Families. Utilizing various evidence based therapeutic approaches, I am dedicated to providing optimal care and compassion while encouraging growth and resilience. I provide individualized care based on your specific needs.
(808) 427-2497 View (808) 427-2497
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Joachin Kaaihue
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
My approach is primarily cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused.
Aloha! My name is Joachin Kaaihue. I also go by Joe. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Hawaii since 2009. I have been working in the helping professions since 1996 in both the public and private sectors. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist. Every client has their own story, and within this story lies their strength and possible solutions in improving their current situation.
My approach is primarily cognitive-behavioral and solution-focused.
Aloha! My name is Joachin Kaaihue. I also go by Joe. I have been a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Hawaii since 2009. I have been working in the helping professions since 1996 in both the public and private sectors. I believe therapy is a collaborative process between the client and therapist. Every client has their own story, and within this story lies their strength and possible solutions in improving their current situation.
(808) 353-4899 View (808) 353-4899
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Julia Fukumoto
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
Hello, I'm Julia Fukumoto, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in collaboration-based therapeutic approaches. Grounded in the positive nature of the human experience, I believe that each individual has strengths that they are still discovering. This allows me to focus on the strengths and needs of those whom I work with in the therapeutic setting. With a foundation in Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I strive to empower individuals, couples, and families to navigate their challenges and foster positive change in their lives.
Hello, I'm Julia Fukumoto, a licensed marriage and family therapist specializing in collaboration-based therapeutic approaches. Grounded in the positive nature of the human experience, I believe that each individual has strengths that they are still discovering. This allows me to focus on the strengths and needs of those whom I work with in the therapeutic setting. With a foundation in Solution-Focused Therapy, Narrative Therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), I strive to empower individuals, couples, and families to navigate their challenges and foster positive change in their lives.
(808) 374-5217 View (808) 374-5217
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Michael Milcetich-Tano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
I typically rely on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Bowen transgenerational model, Structural Family Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I’m Michael Milcetich-Tano a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I rely on a client-centered approach to treatment acknowledging your expertise on your life. I welcome individuals, couples, and or families of all cultures regardless of circumstances. Struggling with today’s challenges? Together, we can help restore balance. This provider resides in Hawaii. My clients historically have been varied. I have worked with adolescents, individual adults, couples, families with young children, families with teenagers of various cultures. I prefer to help without restrictions of race, culture, or orientation. ALL people are welcome.
I typically rely on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Bowen transgenerational model, Structural Family Therapy, and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I’m Michael Milcetich-Tano a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I rely on a client-centered approach to treatment acknowledging your expertise on your life. I welcome individuals, couples, and or families of all cultures regardless of circumstances. Struggling with today’s challenges? Together, we can help restore balance. This provider resides in Hawaii. My clients historically have been varied. I have worked with adolescents, individual adults, couples, families with young children, families with teenagers of various cultures. I prefer to help without restrictions of race, culture, or orientation. ALL people are welcome.
(808) 435-6157 View (808) 435-6157
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Rachel Remsen
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
I pull from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic approach, Acceptance and Commitment, and many more.
Aloha, my name is Rachel Remsen. I have a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Hawaii, and I am a nationally board-certified counselor. My approach to therapy is creating a safe place for individuals to process and work through the highs, lows, and everyday stress of life. My approach to therapy is built on a foundation of Person-Centered core concepts (empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence). I believe in meeting clients where they are at and creating a space where they feel comfortable.
I pull from approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, Motivational Interviewing, Humanistic approach, Acceptance and Commitment, and many more.
Aloha, my name is Rachel Remsen. I have a master’s degree in clinical Mental Health Counseling. I am a licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of Hawaii, and I am a nationally board-certified counselor. My approach to therapy is creating a safe place for individuals to process and work through the highs, lows, and everyday stress of life. My approach to therapy is built on a foundation of Person-Centered core concepts (empathy, unconditional positive regard, and congruence). I believe in meeting clients where they are at and creating a space where they feel comfortable.
(808) 638-3609 View (808) 638-3609
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Dr. Kelli Grobe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
Welcome! My therapy practice is focused on the complexities and challenges faced by teens, parents, and individual adults. I also have a passion for working specifically with pregnant and postpartum women in their transition into parenthood. My approach to therapy is always collaborative and client-centered, empowering clients to create long-term progress and change. I work to promote your innate resiliency and to build insight and tools to help you and your family thrive. My clinical approach is integrative and includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic, Relational, and Mindfulness.
Welcome! My therapy practice is focused on the complexities and challenges faced by teens, parents, and individual adults. I also have a passion for working specifically with pregnant and postpartum women in their transition into parenthood. My approach to therapy is always collaborative and client-centered, empowering clients to create long-term progress and change. I work to promote your innate resiliency and to build insight and tools to help you and your family thrive. My clinical approach is integrative and includes Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution-Focused, Psychodynamic, Relational, and Mindfulness.
(925) 322-0078 View (925) 322-0078
Sharon K Usagawa
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, DCSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
Waitlist for new clients
My past work has included working with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression; relationship, stress, anger and parenting issues; working directly with children/adolescents that exhibit behavior difficulties (i.
"Live in the World of Possibilities" I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in practice for over 25 years. My experiences have been wide and varied. I love working with Individuals, Couples, Families with children/adolescents or small groups of people who find life challenging and/or difficult in any way. People are born healthy with a natural capacity for living life well. As each individual begins to see those abilities that we are naturally gifted with to face life and be successful with it , all of their "problems" and obstacles begin to fall away. Life transforms.
My past work has included working with mental health issues such as anxiety, depression; relationship, stress, anger and parenting issues; working directly with children/adolescents that exhibit behavior difficulties (i.
"Live in the World of Possibilities" I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been in practice for over 25 years. My experiences have been wide and varied. I love working with Individuals, Couples, Families with children/adolescents or small groups of people who find life challenging and/or difficult in any way. People are born healthy with a natural capacity for living life well. As each individual begins to see those abilities that we are naturally gifted with to face life and be successful with it , all of their "problems" and obstacles begin to fall away. Life transforms.
(808) 419-7772 View (808) 419-7772
Sheila M Alexander Bart
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
I am very experienced working with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or relational problems. I believe in treating the whole person and will take the time to get to know you and the challenges you are experiencing in order to better help you. I also have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who are displaying emotional and behavioral problems in the school and/or home setting. I believe it is essential to work with parents when I treat children and adolescents and provide parent training and parent education as needed.
I am very experienced working with adults who are struggling with depression, anxiety, and/or relational problems. I believe in treating the whole person and will take the time to get to know you and the challenges you are experiencing in order to better help you. I also have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who are displaying emotional and behavioral problems in the school and/or home setting. I believe it is essential to work with parents when I treat children and adolescents and provide parent training and parent education as needed.
(808) 215-4775 View (808) 215-4775
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Sharon Adria Rose
Psychologist, EdD, NCSP
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
, cognitive-behavioral, parent education, family systems), we can work together to help make life easier for you and/or your children.
Let's face it. Life is not always a beach. Parenting is the hardest job in the world. Relationships, no matter how good, take lots of work. My practice is designed to help people, whether they be children, adolescents or adults, better address the challenges facing them. Within the context of a therapeutic alliance, the healing takes place. The success of psychotherapy is always related to the match between client and therapist. If that match is a good one, the client will find him or herself in a caring and safe environment and able to explore how to more positively impact their world.
, cognitive-behavioral, parent education, family systems), we can work together to help make life easier for you and/or your children.
Let's face it. Life is not always a beach. Parenting is the hardest job in the world. Relationships, no matter how good, take lots of work. My practice is designed to help people, whether they be children, adolescents or adults, better address the challenges facing them. Within the context of a therapeutic alliance, the healing takes place. The success of psychotherapy is always related to the match between client and therapist. If that match is a good one, the client will find him or herself in a caring and safe environment and able to explore how to more positively impact their world.
(808) 352-5300 View (808) 352-5300
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Alfred A. Sison
Psychologist, PsyD, MFT
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
With over 19+ years of experience in Hawaii Behavioral/Mental Health, I provide psychotherapy and stress mgmt coaching as a Clinical Psychologist with a subspecialty in Marriage and Family Therapy. My professional goals are to help individuals, couples, or a family, find resolve, contentment, and meaningfulness. Through evidenced based practices, I intend to provide a non-judgmental, neutral, and safe, clinical psychotherapy environment/relationship. We may have to develop a new direction and purpose or simply clarify what is. I am a therapist with sensitivity, compassion, and an awareness of cultural diversity issues.
With over 19+ years of experience in Hawaii Behavioral/Mental Health, I provide psychotherapy and stress mgmt coaching as a Clinical Psychologist with a subspecialty in Marriage and Family Therapy. My professional goals are to help individuals, couples, or a family, find resolve, contentment, and meaningfulness. Through evidenced based practices, I intend to provide a non-judgmental, neutral, and safe, clinical psychotherapy environment/relationship. We may have to develop a new direction and purpose or simply clarify what is. I am a therapist with sensitivity, compassion, and an awareness of cultural diversity issues.
(808) 393-0320 View (808) 393-0320
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Sarah Schick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
As a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Sarah helps clients identify and change unhelpful behaviors and beliefs in a focused and effective way.
Every individual has moments in their life that leave them feeling, overwhelmed, confused, and alone. Sarah believes seeking the insight and professional companionship of therapy is a sign of inner strength, resilience, and commitment to progress. She offers a safe, non-judgmental space to cultivate a deeper understanding of self while implementing the skills necessary for change. Areas of specialty include women's issues, relationships, spirituality, behavior modification, anxiety, depression, and unraveling unwanted repeating patterns.
As a certified Cognitive Behavioral Therapist, Sarah helps clients identify and change unhelpful behaviors and beliefs in a focused and effective way.
Every individual has moments in their life that leave them feeling, overwhelmed, confused, and alone. Sarah believes seeking the insight and professional companionship of therapy is a sign of inner strength, resilience, and commitment to progress. She offers a safe, non-judgmental space to cultivate a deeper understanding of self while implementing the skills necessary for change. Areas of specialty include women's issues, relationships, spirituality, behavior modification, anxiety, depression, and unraveling unwanted repeating patterns.
(808) 435-5662 View (808) 435-5662
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Dr. Brian Kehoe, Ph.D., LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
Not accepting new clients
Dr. Kehoe is a licensed clinical psychologist working with Dr. Brian Kehoe, Ph.D., LLC and North Shore Mental Health. Dr. Kehoe offers community based mental health services in 7 convenient offices located in Aiea, Ewa, Honolulu, Kahuku, Kaneohe, Makaha and Wahiawa. Dr. Kehoe specializes in adult, family and child psychology and offers a number of services including behavioral health treatment, child, adolescent, individual and family counseling, behavioral modification therapy, testing and assessment, psychotherapy, and skills training (ST). Outpatient substance abuse treatment and supportive services as well as face-to-face mental health crisis support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Dr. Kehoe is a licensed clinical psychologist working with Dr. Brian Kehoe, Ph.D., LLC and North Shore Mental Health. Dr. Kehoe offers community based mental health services in 7 convenient offices located in Aiea, Ewa, Honolulu, Kahuku, Kaneohe, Makaha and Wahiawa. Dr. Kehoe specializes in adult, family and child psychology and offers a number of services including behavioral health treatment, child, adolescent, individual and family counseling, behavioral modification therapy, testing and assessment, psychotherapy, and skills training (ST). Outpatient substance abuse treatment and supportive services as well as face-to-face mental health crisis support is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
(808) 542-9599 View (808) 542-9599
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Azita Mirin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
For younger children, expressive play therapy assists in overcoming trauma, emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.
I help clients identify habits that limit their quality of life and help them learn new skills to both overcome distress and achieve optimal functioning. For over 10 years I have assisted adults, children, and families to overcome difficult life transitions and address behavioral disturbances. I specialize in helping to overcome past or recent traumas, depression and anxiety, stress, addictions, and relationship issues. I specialize in psychological assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based treatments to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship issues, and other problems.
For younger children, expressive play therapy assists in overcoming trauma, emotional, social, and behavioral disturbances.
I help clients identify habits that limit their quality of life and help them learn new skills to both overcome distress and achieve optimal functioning. For over 10 years I have assisted adults, children, and families to overcome difficult life transitions and address behavioral disturbances. I specialize in helping to overcome past or recent traumas, depression and anxiety, stress, addictions, and relationship issues. I specialize in psychological assessment and treatment of children, adolescents, and adults using evidence-based treatments to overcome trauma, depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationship issues, and other problems.
(808) 495-0177 View (808) 495-0177
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Breanne Woodbury
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), person-centered, and strengths-based approaches to meet each client right where they are.
I work with people who are struggling with difficult emotions. When our emotions take over, we are left feeling hopeless, self critical, alone, angry and confused. I am here to help. I guide individuals through anything from deep traumas to everyday stressors. I support people who are struggling to build and maintain meaningful and long lasting relationships. Individuals build a tool belt that empowers them to feel confident and resilient. Through DBT, CBT, and mindfulness, my clients start to connect back to their own wisdom, feel strong, and form deeper and more meaningful connections.
I incorporate Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), person-centered, and strengths-based approaches to meet each client right where they are.
I work with people who are struggling with difficult emotions. When our emotions take over, we are left feeling hopeless, self critical, alone, angry and confused. I am here to help. I guide individuals through anything from deep traumas to everyday stressors. I support people who are struggling to build and maintain meaningful and long lasting relationships. Individuals build a tool belt that empowers them to feel confident and resilient. Through DBT, CBT, and mindfulness, my clients start to connect back to their own wisdom, feel strong, and form deeper and more meaningful connections.
(808) 468-8316 View (808) 468-8316
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Tupu Lawrence
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
Utilizing research-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), my clients are able to live a fuller life.
Is your past trauma, anxiety, or addictions significantly interfering with the way you would like to live your life? Have you lost satisfaction in activities that you once enjoyed? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with relationships? Are you a military veteran navigating the symptoms of PTSD or an individual who simply needs a safe space? It is easy to get lost in the stresses of life and current events. You are not alone in your journey for healing.
Utilizing research-based modalities like Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI), my clients are able to live a fuller life.
Is your past trauma, anxiety, or addictions significantly interfering with the way you would like to live your life? Have you lost satisfaction in activities that you once enjoyed? Are you grieving a loss or struggling with relationships? Are you a military veteran navigating the symptoms of PTSD or an individual who simply needs a safe space? It is easy to get lost in the stresses of life and current events. You are not alone in your journey for healing.
(808) 207-6806 View (808) 207-6806
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Timothy Liu
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744
I offer complementary treatment modalities, including mindfulness practices, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and hypnotherapy.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and graduate of Columbia University, and have been providing mental health services since 2006. My practice incorporates the client’s input and feedback, which in my experience is essential to achieving insight. I believe that the best therapy does not end with achieving insight, but should extend to helping my clients develop a practical plan for turning insight into action. My job isn’t complete until I have helped my clients foster the resilience and self-reliance necessary for managing daily challenges on their own.
I offer complementary treatment modalities, including mindfulness practices, eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), and hypnotherapy.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and graduate of Columbia University, and have been providing mental health services since 2006. My practice incorporates the client’s input and feedback, which in my experience is essential to achieving insight. I believe that the best therapy does not end with achieving insight, but should extend to helping my clients develop a practical plan for turning insight into action. My job isn’t complete until I have helped my clients foster the resilience and self-reliance necessary for managing daily challenges on their own.
(808) 207-7253 View (808) 207-7253
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Kristen Alise Mowrey
Counselor, MSCP, LMHC
Verified Verified
Kaneohe, HI 96744  (Online Only)
Are you looking to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? Have you recently experienced a change in your life and are struggling to pick up the pieces? Do you feel stuck repeating the same patterns again and again?
Are you looking to make changes in your life but don't know where to start? Have you recently experienced a change in your life and are struggling to pick up the pieces? Do you feel stuck repeating the same patterns again and again?
(808) 784-7929 View (808) 784-7929
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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.