Behavioral Issues Therapists in Lincolnwood, IL

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Becca Bobrow, Third Coast Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Hi! I am a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to bringing boundless energy to therapy. With certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and strength-based theories, I offer a positive, empathetic, and energetic approach. From children to adults, I focus on the therapeutic relationship, tailoring treatment to each unique individual. Owning my practice, Third Coast Therapy, allows me the flexibility to prioritize your needs and offer personalized care. I welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey to healing and growth!
Hi! I am a compassionate Licensed Clinical Social Worker dedicated to bringing boundless energy to therapy. With certifications in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, and strength-based theories, I offer a positive, empathetic, and energetic approach. From children to adults, I focus on the therapeutic relationship, tailoring treatment to each unique individual. Owning my practice, Third Coast Therapy, allows me the flexibility to prioritize your needs and offer personalized care. I welcome the opportunity to support you on your journey to healing and growth!
(847) 851-3259 View (847) 851-3259
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Catherine Mizicko
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-SSWS
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Waitlist for new clients
I particularly excel in working with individuals whose behavior is viewed by others as challenging or who are often given negative consequences for their choices. I work with children, adults, families, and parents/caregivers who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and self-esteem issues. I use a CBT, strength-based and solution-focused approach, which leads to individuals feeling encouraged and excited about their futures. Individuals with whom I work tell me that my approach of looking at the whole picture allows them to feel connected, accepted, and open to support that will help them thrive.
I particularly excel in working with individuals whose behavior is viewed by others as challenging or who are often given negative consequences for their choices. I work with children, adults, families, and parents/caregivers who struggle with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and self-esteem issues. I use a CBT, strength-based and solution-focused approach, which leads to individuals feeling encouraged and excited about their futures. Individuals with whom I work tell me that my approach of looking at the whole picture allows them to feel connected, accepted, and open to support that will help them thrive.
(224) 427-3712 View (224) 427-3712
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TJ Mayes
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712  (Online Only)
I often incorporate evidenced-based therapy models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Collaborative Problem Solving into my practice.
In my practice you will find that my approach in working with clients is based on understanding, compassion, creativity and collaboration. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience working with adults, families, and children. Whether you are looking for support with difficult circumstances in your personal life, professional life, parenting, or relationship guidance I can be of service.
I often incorporate evidenced-based therapy models such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and Collaborative Problem Solving into my practice.
In my practice you will find that my approach in working with clients is based on understanding, compassion, creativity and collaboration. I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with over 18 years of experience working with adults, families, and children. Whether you are looking for support with difficult circumstances in your personal life, professional life, parenting, or relationship guidance I can be of service.
(847) 829-0518 View (847) 829-0518
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James Bissell
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
I use a model of therapy utilizing Cognitive- Behavioral principles (CBT) and can provide exercises and resources to be used in between sessions to enhance the results.
I believe effective therapy involves a client-therapist relationship based on relatability and trust, along with the use of research-proven, active strategies to create lasting emotional and behavioral change. I have over 17 years of experience in private practice working with people of a variety of ages and backgrounds. My relational style is down to earth, using very little psychological jargon or labeling.
I use a model of therapy utilizing Cognitive- Behavioral principles (CBT) and can provide exercises and resources to be used in between sessions to enhance the results.
I believe effective therapy involves a client-therapist relationship based on relatability and trust, along with the use of research-proven, active strategies to create lasting emotional and behavioral change. I have over 17 years of experience in private practice working with people of a variety of ages and backgrounds. My relational style is down to earth, using very little psychological jargon or labeling.
(773) 295-7853 View (773) 295-7853
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Jessica L. Hudson, PhD, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Some of my specialty areas include: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity development, life transitions, coming out, gender identity, personality disorders, and behavior disorders.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice in the Andersonville/Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago. I provide individual, family and/or couples therapy with adults, adolescents, and children age five and up. My style is warm, non-judgmental, compassionate, and direct. I believe a strong, trusting, collaborative relationship with one's therapist is vital to realizing change and experiencing growth. I take particular care in tailoring interventions to meet an individual's needs and emphasize their strengths. My approach is largely based on cognitive- behavioral and relational techniques.
Some of my specialty areas include: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity development, life transitions, coming out, gender identity, personality disorders, and behavior disorders.
I am a Clinical Psychologist in private practice in the Andersonville/Edgewater neighborhood of Chicago. I provide individual, family and/or couples therapy with adults, adolescents, and children age five and up. My style is warm, non-judgmental, compassionate, and direct. I believe a strong, trusting, collaborative relationship with one's therapist is vital to realizing change and experiencing growth. I take particular care in tailoring interventions to meet an individual's needs and emphasize their strengths. My approach is largely based on cognitive- behavioral and relational techniques.
(773) 657-4142 View (773) 657-4142
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Relly Klarman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CST, C-PST™
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712  (Online Only)
I am a clinical social worker and I strive to provide a safe environment in which you can explore your issues and challenges, face difficult life choices, recognize the sources of your conflict and reactions and empower your strengths. Are you able to communicate your sexual wishes and needs to your partner? Therapy can help you learn to relate to one another verbally, emotionally and sexually. My approach to psychotherapy is to integrate insight into emotional patterns with behavioral and cognitive techniques, and other modalities depending on each client's unique needs.
I am a clinical social worker and I strive to provide a safe environment in which you can explore your issues and challenges, face difficult life choices, recognize the sources of your conflict and reactions and empower your strengths. Are you able to communicate your sexual wishes and needs to your partner? Therapy can help you learn to relate to one another verbally, emotionally and sexually. My approach to psychotherapy is to integrate insight into emotional patterns with behavioral and cognitive techniques, and other modalities depending on each client's unique needs.
(224) 302-4666 View (224) 302-4666
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Midwest Asian Health Association
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60659
We provide affordable mental healthcare to Asian American and immigrant clients of all ages, often in collaboration with local schools and community groups. We offer individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, school consultations, community support, and mental health seminars. Our clinicians specialize in depression, anxiety, behavioral related issues, social skills, acculturation, parenting education, and family conflicts. We work with youth from age 5, adolescents, adults, and elders. Counseling services are available in English, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, and Malay.
We provide affordable mental healthcare to Asian American and immigrant clients of all ages, often in collaboration with local schools and community groups. We offer individual therapy, couples therapy, family therapy, group therapy, school consultations, community support, and mental health seminars. Our clinicians specialize in depression, anxiety, behavioral related issues, social skills, acculturation, parenting education, and family conflicts. We work with youth from age 5, adolescents, adults, and elders. Counseling services are available in English, Mandarin Chinese, Cantonese, and Malay.
(312) 800-1761 View (312) 800-1761
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Melissa Rust
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712  (Online Only)
Melissa Rust is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois, and a Nationally Certified Counselor, trained in EMDR and Gottman principles, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Are you having conflict in your relationships, feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious? My specialization is working with people to heal anxiety, PTSD, and depressive symptoms, and resolve relational conflicts. Counseling provides incredible benefits including improved mental health, enhanced coping skills, emotional support, personal growth and self-empowerment.
Melissa Rust is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois, and a Nationally Certified Counselor, trained in EMDR and Gottman principles, Internal Family Systems (IFS), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Are you having conflict in your relationships, feeling stuck, depressed, or anxious? My specialization is working with people to heal anxiety, PTSD, and depressive symptoms, and resolve relational conflicts. Counseling provides incredible benefits including improved mental health, enhanced coping skills, emotional support, personal growth and self-empowerment.
(708) 487-0718 View (708) 487-0718
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360 Therapy
LCPC, IEC, PEL
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
360 therapy is a group of expert therapists focused on helping you manage and overcome the challenges in your life. As our name suggests, we take a holistic approach, looking at how social, biological and psychological factors influence emotional well being. 360 Therapy offers men's, women's, couple's, family and group counseling. Our clinician team has many year's experience in a wide range of issues, from Addiction, ADHD and Anxiety, to Depression, Eating Disorder and Trauma. We accept several major insurance plans, and we have a sliding scale fee program if needed.
360 therapy is a group of expert therapists focused on helping you manage and overcome the challenges in your life. As our name suggests, we take a holistic approach, looking at how social, biological and psychological factors influence emotional well being. 360 Therapy offers men's, women's, couple's, family and group counseling. Our clinician team has many year's experience in a wide range of issues, from Addiction, ADHD and Anxiety, to Depression, Eating Disorder and Trauma. We accept several major insurance plans, and we have a sliding scale fee program if needed.
(833) 360-7792 View (833) 360-7792
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Jenna Jurewicz
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
As Louisa May Alcott once said, "it takes two flints to make a fire". In my clinical practice, I meet my clients where they are and use a collaborative approach to institute change. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who primarily deal with issues from relationships with others, trauma histories, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, boundary issues, self-esteem, and defiance. My background in forensic psychology includes specific training with trauma and stress, victims, military members, and first responders. In working with children, I collaborate with their families, schools, and social systems.
As Louisa May Alcott once said, "it takes two flints to make a fire". In my clinical practice, I meet my clients where they are and use a collaborative approach to institute change. I work with children, adolescents, adults, and couples who primarily deal with issues from relationships with others, trauma histories, ADHD, anxiety, depression, life transitions, boundary issues, self-esteem, and defiance. My background in forensic psychology includes specific training with trauma and stress, victims, military members, and first responders. In working with children, I collaborate with their families, schools, and social systems.
(224) 970-3255 View (224) 970-3255
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Joan LePontois
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
I have extensive experience with clients who have experienced trauma. I also enjoying working with clients who have emotional obstacles in the way of reaching personal goals.I have had years of experience in working with clients with chronic illness such as cancer, diabetes or other medical issues, both children and adults. I have also worked with clients experiencing anxiety or depression. I use multiple treatment modalities depending on the client need.I prefer in office visits but I can do teletherapy if needed.
I have extensive experience with clients who have experienced trauma. I also enjoying working with clients who have emotional obstacles in the way of reaching personal goals.I have had years of experience in working with clients with chronic illness such as cancer, diabetes or other medical issues, both children and adults. I have also worked with clients experiencing anxiety or depression. I use multiple treatment modalities depending on the client need.I prefer in office visits but I can do teletherapy if needed.
(773) 729-6407 x6 View (773) 729-6407 x6
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Maggie R Vrana
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Seeking therapy can feel so confusing and daunting. I strive to create a safe and warm atmosphere where we take growth at an individual pace. I am challenging yet supportive, direct yet affirming. This is a place where we will do real work. I am passionate about approaching the therapeutic experience from a holistic, strengths-based, and growth-oriented perspective. While remaining client-centered, I provide a structure and framework through which to heal, collaboratively creating strategies along the way. I conceptualize clients in the context of their social environments.
Seeking therapy can feel so confusing and daunting. I strive to create a safe and warm atmosphere where we take growth at an individual pace. I am challenging yet supportive, direct yet affirming. This is a place where we will do real work. I am passionate about approaching the therapeutic experience from a holistic, strengths-based, and growth-oriented perspective. While remaining client-centered, I provide a structure and framework through which to heal, collaboratively creating strategies along the way. I conceptualize clients in the context of their social environments.
(224) 701-3533 View (224) 701-3533
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Sara Girardi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Do you have anxiety and repetitive thought patterns that prevent feelings of joy and happiness? Are you ready to live your life free from anxiety and depression?  Would you like to feel more joy, ease, and excitement about being alive? Do you want hope for a positive future? Let me show you the way.
Do you have anxiety and repetitive thought patterns that prevent feelings of joy and happiness? Are you ready to live your life free from anxiety and depression?  Would you like to feel more joy, ease, and excitement about being alive? Do you want hope for a positive future? Let me show you the way.
(224) 313-0429 View (224) 313-0429
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The Couch Method
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
We treat a range of clientele. Our pediatric clinicians are passionate about providing warm, effective and creative treatment for children and adolescents, helping them with challenges associated with anxiety, self esteem, anger, social skills, and identify development. We also work with adult individuals and couples looking to improve relationships, develop healthy boundaries and process one time or complex trauma. Our ideal client is interested in examining how their own histories might be impacting their current behaviors, while learning practical tools and strategies to help themselves in their present life.
We treat a range of clientele. Our pediatric clinicians are passionate about providing warm, effective and creative treatment for children and adolescents, helping them with challenges associated with anxiety, self esteem, anger, social skills, and identify development. We also work with adult individuals and couples looking to improve relationships, develop healthy boundaries and process one time or complex trauma. Our ideal client is interested in examining how their own histories might be impacting their current behaviors, while learning practical tools and strategies to help themselves in their present life.
(224) 808-4560 View (224) 808-4560
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Danielle Dragon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
I work with individuals, couples and families who want to feel more fulfilled and connected. During the therapeutic process, I primarily help adults and older adolescents with challenges associated with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational stress, life transitions, boundary issues, shame and perfectionism.
I work with individuals, couples and families who want to feel more fulfilled and connected. During the therapeutic process, I primarily help adults and older adolescents with challenges associated with anxiety, depression, trauma, relational stress, life transitions, boundary issues, shame and perfectionism.
(224) 204-0396 View (224) 204-0396
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Eddie Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712  (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck and stressed out, or perhaps not feeling good enough, smart enough, or attractive enough? You may think that no-one understands you, and you may even think, “What’s wrong with me? Other people don’t seem to have these problems”. All of these thoughts and feelings can be very distressing and can have a negative impact on your relationships, happiness, and productivity. I will provide support and understanding as we seek solutions to those areas of your life causing you the most concern.
Are you feeling stuck and stressed out, or perhaps not feeling good enough, smart enough, or attractive enough? You may think that no-one understands you, and you may even think, “What’s wrong with me? Other people don’t seem to have these problems”. All of these thoughts and feelings can be very distressing and can have a negative impact on your relationships, happiness, and productivity. I will provide support and understanding as we seek solutions to those areas of your life causing you the most concern.
(847) 260-9396 View (847) 260-9396
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Fred Waltzer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Anxiety, anger and feeling down diminish your quality of life. These intense emotions reduce personal comfort and disrupt important relationships. I have partnered with many clients to mobilize personal strengths and abilities to address these issues. I utilize easy to understand, direct and effective short term counseling. I am open, understanding and view therapy as a path to personal growth.
Anxiety, anger and feeling down diminish your quality of life. These intense emotions reduce personal comfort and disrupt important relationships. I have partnered with many clients to mobilize personal strengths and abilities to address these issues. I utilize easy to understand, direct and effective short term counseling. I am open, understanding and view therapy as a path to personal growth.
(773) 451-8023 View (773) 451-8023
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Nexum HC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Are you constantly lacking energy or motivation? Feeling lonely or isolated? Anxious or worried way too often? Have a hard time getting out of bed or keeping up with your life? No longer enjoying the things you used to? Are you or your child struggling with any common mental health issue like anxiety, depression, relationships, ADHD or Bipolar disorders?
Are you constantly lacking energy or motivation? Feeling lonely or isolated? Anxious or worried way too often? Have a hard time getting out of bed or keeping up with your life? No longer enjoying the things you used to? Are you or your child struggling with any common mental health issue like anxiety, depression, relationships, ADHD or Bipolar disorders?
(224) 864-9671 View (224) 864-9671
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Yechiel Silber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lincolnwood, IL 60712
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your workload, health concerns, schooling, family responsibilities. Are you feeling unmotivated, numb, panicked or alone? Is it hard to know where to start? Are you wondering if you will ever find balance or fulfillment in your life?
Are you feeling overwhelmed by your workload, health concerns, schooling, family responsibilities. Are you feeling unmotivated, numb, panicked or alone? Is it hard to know where to start? Are you wondering if you will ever find balance or fulfillment in your life?
(224) 263-1758 View (224) 263-1758
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Dr. Princess Gabor
Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, EdD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lincolnwood, IL 60712  (Online Only)
I hold a Doctorate Degree in Counselor Education and Supervision and I am a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I am a certified Integrative Mental Health Professional and a certified Mental Health and Nutrional Clinical Specialist. In addition, I am certified in neuropsychotherapy, and Trauma Therapy. I have extensive professional experience using DBT with children & adults with relationships issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, & parent coaching. I worked in residential, hospitals, private practice, supervision, parenting education, couples, family and substance use therapy.
I hold a Doctorate Degree in Counselor Education and Supervision and I am a licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC). I am a certified Integrative Mental Health Professional and a certified Mental Health and Nutrional Clinical Specialist. In addition, I am certified in neuropsychotherapy, and Trauma Therapy. I have extensive professional experience using DBT with children & adults with relationships issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, autism, intellectual disabilities, ADHD, & parent coaching. I worked in residential, hospitals, private practice, supervision, parenting education, couples, family and substance use therapy.
(872) 314-0090 View (872) 314-0090
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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.