Behavioral Issues Therapists in Darien, IL

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Anne McCarthy Conidi
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561  (Online Only)
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. What we tell ourselves and what our parents have told us can define how we feel about ourselves. The message is often we are "not good enough". I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients to get rid of the habits and thoughts that may keep them anxious and stressed. A big part of my work is teaching people to negotiate and effectively talk with families and friends, and to be heard and understood without causing any drama. I have trained people in assertiveness and taught parenting classes.
I work with clients who have anxiety, depression and self esteem issues. What we tell ourselves and what our parents have told us can define how we feel about ourselves. The message is often we are "not good enough". I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients to get rid of the habits and thoughts that may keep them anxious and stressed. A big part of my work is teaching people to negotiate and effectively talk with families and friends, and to be heard and understood without causing any drama. I have trained people in assertiveness and taught parenting classes.
(708) 571-0842 View (708) 571-0842
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Kara Olimene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MBA
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561
Such approaches may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Model, motivational interviewing & Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
I am the co-owner and therapist at Olimene Counseling Services, Inc. I am passionate about making a positive change for behavioral health clients in the community. I have great confidence that the behavioral health therapy we provide to the community will assist individuals and families in achieving emotional wellness and stability. I completed my undergraduate work at Carthage College in Wisconsin, and my masters degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have a history of working for 10 years in the crisis department of a behavioral health hospital both as a therapist and a manager.
Such approaches may include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Family Systems Model, motivational interviewing & Acceptance & Commitment Therapy.
I am the co-owner and therapist at Olimene Counseling Services, Inc. I am passionate about making a positive change for behavioral health clients in the community. I have great confidence that the behavioral health therapy we provide to the community will assist individuals and families in achieving emotional wellness and stability. I completed my undergraduate work at Carthage College in Wisconsin, and my masters degree at the University of Illinois at Chicago. I have a history of working for 10 years in the crisis department of a behavioral health hospital both as a therapist and a manager.
(331) 267-5650 View (331) 267-5650
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Kayla Rogers
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor , MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
Elective coursework was completed in the following fields: Behavioral Neurology, Neuropsychology, and Trauma-Informed care.
As a LCPC, my expertise is in providing trauma-informed psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Disorders I treat most frequently include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, life transitions, autism, stress management, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. These challenges can look different for everyone, especially across various stages in life and often co-occur. It is important to evaluate where you are personally and where you want to be. Please visit my website at kbcounselingservices.clientsecure.me
Elective coursework was completed in the following fields: Behavioral Neurology, Neuropsychology, and Trauma-Informed care.
As a LCPC, my expertise is in providing trauma-informed psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults. Disorders I treat most frequently include anxiety, depression, relationship issues, post-traumatic stress disorder, eating disorders, bipolar disorder, life transitions, autism, stress management, and attention deficit hyperactivity disorder. These challenges can look different for everyone, especially across various stages in life and often co-occur. It is important to evaluate where you are personally and where you want to be. Please visit my website at kbcounselingservices.clientsecure.me
(331) 200-3657 View (331) 200-3657
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Swati Bajpai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561  (Online Only)
She is trained in evidence-based practices such as: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
Swati’s speciality areas of practice include grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, life-stage transitions, self esteem issue, acculturation difficulties and work/life balance.
She is trained in evidence-based practices such as: Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), Mindfulness, and Motivational Interviewing.
Swati’s speciality areas of practice include grief and loss, trauma, depression, anxiety, interpersonal relationships, life-stage transitions, self esteem issue, acculturation difficulties and work/life balance.
(331) 267-6640 View (331) 267-6640
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Bianca Clark
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
Her approach is highly integrative, combining strength-based, person-centered approaches while utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.
Dr. Clark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing culturally competent therapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, family, and group therapy. She has worked in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, psychiatric services, and crisis. Her relational style is collaborative and supportive as she seeks to provide a warm, safe space for her clients. Dr. Clark specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, identity, relationships, and life transitions. Dr. Clark has a doctorate in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior and a Bachelor's and Master's in social work.
Her approach is highly integrative, combining strength-based, person-centered approaches while utilizing cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, and trauma-focused therapy.
Dr. Clark is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 15 years of experience providing culturally competent therapy to adolescents and adults through individual, couples, family, and group therapy. She has worked in behavioral health, outpatient mental health, psychiatric services, and crisis. Her relational style is collaborative and supportive as she seeks to provide a warm, safe space for her clients. Dr. Clark specializes in the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, identity, relationships, and life transitions. Dr. Clark has a doctorate in Advanced Studies in Human Behavior and a Bachelor's and Master's in social work.
(630) 394-8910 View (630) 394-8910
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Gabriella Morales
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561
My style utilizes a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I believe that you are the own expert of your life and my goal is to provide a supportive and safe environment throughout our therapeutic relationship. Are you struggling with the stress of work, school, or family dynamics? My approach allows me to assist clients who struggle with a wide array of concerns such as regulating emotions, interpersonal issues, anxiety disorders, self-harm, depression, concerns, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
My style utilizes a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Motivational Interviewing, and Solution-Focused Therapy.
I believe that you are the own expert of your life and my goal is to provide a supportive and safe environment throughout our therapeutic relationship. Are you struggling with the stress of work, school, or family dynamics? My approach allows me to assist clients who struggle with a wide array of concerns such as regulating emotions, interpersonal issues, anxiety disorders, self-harm, depression, concerns, trauma, grief, and life transitions.
(708) 401-9867 View (708) 401-9867
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Sherry L Mauritzen
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, CAADC, AADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561
Counseling is online, certified in Illinois CAADC and South Carolina AADC, so its flexible, easy access, safe and in the privacy of your own home. We can do a phone or free video chat consultation and answer all your questions. As a therapist, I am compassionate and believe in being genuine and mindful with clients. Supporting and working with clients that struggle from situational issues needing help with developing healthier coping skills to long term symptoms with anxiety, depression, grief and/or addictions.
Counseling is online, certified in Illinois CAADC and South Carolina AADC, so its flexible, easy access, safe and in the privacy of your own home. We can do a phone or free video chat consultation and answer all your questions. As a therapist, I am compassionate and believe in being genuine and mindful with clients. Supporting and working with clients that struggle from situational issues needing help with developing healthier coping skills to long term symptoms with anxiety, depression, grief and/or addictions.
(864) 351-3215 View (864) 351-3215
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Erica Rose Cummings
Pre-Licensed Professional, NBC-HWC
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
There are few times in an individual's and family's life as transformational as when a new life gets added to the family. I am here to help support parents and families as they navigate pregnancy, post-partum, and parenting challenges. This includes perinatal mental health, changes in relationship/family dynamics, setting up a system/routine that works for all caregivers, adjusting division of labor expectations at home, how to get on the same page with your partner regarding parenting choices and techniques, intimacy-related issues, establishing boundaries with extended family, and more.
There are few times in an individual's and family's life as transformational as when a new life gets added to the family. I am here to help support parents and families as they navigate pregnancy, post-partum, and parenting challenges. This includes perinatal mental health, changes in relationship/family dynamics, setting up a system/routine that works for all caregivers, adjusting division of labor expectations at home, how to get on the same page with your partner regarding parenting choices and techniques, intimacy-related issues, establishing boundaries with extended family, and more.
(331) 234-3843 View (331) 234-3843
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Cory Dolley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
Cory Dolley is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. Cory just wants to be able to help give people a fighting chance to have a healthy, happy, productive life. Perhaps you are someone in your late 20's to 60's and are not used to asking for help because you were taught early never to show vulnerability. Perhaps you are dealing with unacknowledged trauma from years ago that was never seriously addressed. All you know is that you are in pain, and that pain is affecting all your other relationships, making it harder to reach out to others, hard to trust anyone.
Cory Dolley is a Licensed Social Worker in Illinois who has been practicing since 2019. Cory just wants to be able to help give people a fighting chance to have a healthy, happy, productive life. Perhaps you are someone in your late 20's to 60's and are not used to asking for help because you were taught early never to show vulnerability. Perhaps you are dealing with unacknowledged trauma from years ago that was never seriously addressed. All you know is that you are in pain, and that pain is affecting all your other relationships, making it harder to reach out to others, hard to trust anyone.
(630) 934-1105 View (630) 934-1105
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Jeana Frazier
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, LCPC, CCTP, CGP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561
I know that starting therapy can be daunting or overwhelming, but I am here to make that step as stress free and as comfortable as possible. Each client is unique and has their own story, and I strive to provide the best possible treatment and support that is tailored to each individual. I deeply value creating a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients to assist in healing and self-growth. Together, we can work to build strategies for overcoming challenges, facilitating change, and improving self-confidence.
I know that starting therapy can be daunting or overwhelming, but I am here to make that step as stress free and as comfortable as possible. Each client is unique and has their own story, and I strive to provide the best possible treatment and support that is tailored to each individual. I deeply value creating a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with my clients to assist in healing and self-growth. Together, we can work to build strategies for overcoming challenges, facilitating change, and improving self-confidence.
(773) 234-0423 View (773) 234-0423
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Alexis Jackson Bandyk
Counselor, MEd, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561
You are worthy of the best life has to offer. It can be challenging to navigate barriers to change alone. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression or relationship struggles let’s tackle those hurdles together to work towards what you want out of life. I strive to create a space that feels warm, empathetic and safe to explore the reasons for which you seek therapy.
You are worthy of the best life has to offer. It can be challenging to navigate barriers to change alone. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, depression or relationship struggles let’s tackle those hurdles together to work towards what you want out of life. I strive to create a space that feels warm, empathetic and safe to explore the reasons for which you seek therapy.
(630) 560-6533 View (630) 560-6533
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Khari Osborne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PEL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Darien, IL 60561  (Online Only)
Embarking upon your therapeutic journey can be no easy undertaking. However, I strive to help individuals and families work through life's ebs and flows, and encourage individuals to reach their full potential through mindful conversations and honest feedback. I specialize in addressing issues related to childhood trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Together, we can create realistic goals that help you overcome life's everyday challenges.
Embarking upon your therapeutic journey can be no easy undertaking. However, I strive to help individuals and families work through life's ebs and flows, and encourage individuals to reach their full potential through mindful conversations and honest feedback. I specialize in addressing issues related to childhood trauma, relationships, anxiety, depression, and neurodevelopmental disorders. Together, we can create realistic goals that help you overcome life's everyday challenges.
(847) 603-2830 View (847) 603-2830
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RelationshipStore Counseling & Coaching Center
Verified Verified
Darien, IL 60561
We are a unique and highly trained group of therapists who bring a large range of skills and areas of expertise together to assist you in your individual and relationship challenges and growth. RelationshipStore provides compassionate, result-oriented guidance to create positive life change, heal trauma, depression & anxiety. Please take a look at our website to see the wide range of areas we provide guidance and support for. We will support and guide you on your path to a happier tomorrow.
We are a unique and highly trained group of therapists who bring a large range of skills and areas of expertise together to assist you in your individual and relationship challenges and growth. RelationshipStore provides compassionate, result-oriented guidance to create positive life change, heal trauma, depression & anxiety. Please take a look at our website to see the wide range of areas we provide guidance and support for. We will support and guide you on your path to a happier tomorrow.
(630) 884-5593 View (630) 884-5593

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Theodora Insaidoo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
Theodora draws inspiration from utilizing evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Client Centered Therapy, Motivational Interview, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and parent coaching.
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel” by Maya Angelou. This is one of the bases for my work in mental health. Feelings are often ignored and discarded yet they guide our growth. Emotions not well regulated pose a stumbling block for healthy growth. Allow me to come alongside you as we unravel/untangle the knots of emotions accumulated through life’s experiences.
Theodora draws inspiration from utilizing evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Client Centered Therapy, Motivational Interview, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and parent coaching.
“I’ve learned that people will forget what you said, people will forget what you did, but people will never forget how you made them feel” by Maya Angelou. This is one of the bases for my work in mental health. Feelings are often ignored and discarded yet they guide our growth. Emotions not well regulated pose a stumbling block for healthy growth. Allow me to come alongside you as we unravel/untangle the knots of emotions accumulated through life’s experiences.
(331) 314-7662 View (331) 314-7662
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Angelica Chrzascik
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
Willowbrook, IL 60527
I use client centered therapy, cognitive- behavioral theory (CBT), EMDR, attachment theory, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
As a therapist, my goal is to provide my clients with trauma-informed care to guide treatment and walk with them through the process of healing. My passion for mental health stems from the belief that every person is capable of changing their life for the better. I work with teens, adults, and couples with a range of concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more. As we work together, I aim to build your toolbox of skills to reach for and increase your sense of peace as I provide a space to comfortably discuss any topic. It would be an honor to join you on your journey
I use client centered therapy, cognitive- behavioral theory (CBT), EMDR, attachment theory, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT).
As a therapist, my goal is to provide my clients with trauma-informed care to guide treatment and walk with them through the process of healing. My passion for mental health stems from the belief that every person is capable of changing their life for the better. I work with teens, adults, and couples with a range of concerns such as trauma, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more. As we work together, I aim to build your toolbox of skills to reach for and increase your sense of peace as I provide a space to comfortably discuss any topic. It would be an honor to join you on your journey
(708) 934-8714 View (708) 934-8714
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Samantha Dunne
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Westmont, IL 60559
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults of all ages. I specialize in working with teens & young adults. My specialties include stress, anxiety, anger, depression, self-esteem, emotional regulation, procrastination/motivation, & relationship issues. I also have a great deal of experience working with individuals who have experienced traumatic events in their lives. I use various strategies such as Acceptance & Commitment Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Direct Feedback, Trauma Informed Care, Exposure Therapy, Skills Based Approach, Stages of Change, & Motivational Interviewing.
(630) 506-3906 View (630) 506-3906
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Melissa Salinas
Psychologist, MA, PsyD
Verified Verified
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
For children under the age of 5, I work with a parent-child dyad to focus on the relationship between child and parent in order to address issues included but not limited to behavioral difficulties, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
I have worked best with individuals, ages 3-70, families, parent-child dyads, and couples. My work with individuals if focused on meeting the individual where he or she is. I believe all individuals can benefit from having an additional support to help them cope through difficult times in their lives. In particular, I have extensive experience working with families, children, and schools when completing both psychological assessments and psycho-educational assessments.
For children under the age of 5, I work with a parent-child dyad to focus on the relationship between child and parent in order to address issues included but not limited to behavioral difficulties, trauma, and relationship difficulties.
I have worked best with individuals, ages 3-70, families, parent-child dyads, and couples. My work with individuals if focused on meeting the individual where he or she is. I believe all individuals can benefit from having an additional support to help them cope through difficult times in their lives. In particular, I have extensive experience working with families, children, and schools when completing both psychological assessments and psycho-educational assessments.
(630) 343-5796 View (630) 343-5796
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Maurice McClain
Counselor, LCPC, CADC, CDBT, CCBT
Verified Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60516
I have a cognitive- behavioral focus, which helps identify the inconsistencies between thoughts and actions that are having a negative effect on your life.
I strongly encourage clients to address urgent symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and drug/alcohol dependence, I offer psychoeducation and methods for altering oppressive behavioral and thinking patterns. I have spent my career supporting Adolescent boys and Adult Men who struggle with anger management and poor impulse control.
I have a cognitive- behavioral focus, which helps identify the inconsistencies between thoughts and actions that are having a negative effect on your life.
I strongly encourage clients to address urgent symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, and drug/alcohol dependence, I offer psychoeducation and methods for altering oppressive behavioral and thinking patterns. I have spent my career supporting Adolescent boys and Adult Men who struggle with anger management and poor impulse control.
(331) 481-7467 View (331) 481-7467
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AMB Behavioral Health Prof. Corp.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LSW, DBTC, PEL
Verified Verified
Downers Grove, IL 60516
My therapeutic purpose is committed to helping people suffering from everyday life-stressors such as relationship problems, family conflicts, work issues, behavior problems in children and adolescents as well as more complex mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. My goal is to help others find empowerment and self-determination through solutions such as self-care, self-acceptance and effective modalities for change to help resolve problems. My services are aimed at meeting each individual where they are currently at in their process of changing and growing towards self-improvement.
My therapeutic purpose is committed to helping people suffering from everyday life-stressors such as relationship problems, family conflicts, work issues, behavior problems in children and adolescents as well as more complex mental health difficulties such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and mood disorders. My goal is to help others find empowerment and self-determination through solutions such as self-care, self-acceptance and effective modalities for change to help resolve problems. My services are aimed at meeting each individual where they are currently at in their process of changing and growing towards self-improvement.
(331) 260-9634 View (331) 260-9634
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Jessica K Paganis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Burr Ridge, IL 60527
As a clinical social worker I am committed to providing therapeutic interventions that optimize the social and emotional well being of individuals, children and families. Support services are tailored to each individual while integrating the unique dynamics that define each persons social and family system. I support families and individuals through creating unique shifts in mindset, creating family oriented goals that increase positive behavior and social cohesiveness, provide Individual & Couples Counseling, and IEP Advocacy & Consultation.
As a clinical social worker I am committed to providing therapeutic interventions that optimize the social and emotional well being of individuals, children and families. Support services are tailored to each individual while integrating the unique dynamics that define each persons social and family system. I support families and individuals through creating unique shifts in mindset, creating family oriented goals that increase positive behavior and social cohesiveness, provide Individual & Couples Counseling, and IEP Advocacy & Consultation.
(630) 338-0578 View (630) 338-0578
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.