Behavioral Issues Therapists in Wauconda, IL

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FJ Psychological Services
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wauconda, IL 60084
I utilize principals of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and am trained in Applied Behavior Analysis.
I have been providing psychological and behavioral services in the Chicagoland and Grand Rapids, Michigan area for the last 14 years. In session I am empathetic and positive, working collaboratively with each client, in overcoming life challenges. Due to the vast amount of experience I have gained in both psychotherapy as well as behavioral modification, my therapeutic approach is diverse and can be non-directive, guiding the client at their own pace, or directive in nature. My goal is to assist each client to a happier, healthier, productive life, in a safe environment.
I utilize principals of Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy and am trained in Applied Behavior Analysis.
I have been providing psychological and behavioral services in the Chicagoland and Grand Rapids, Michigan area for the last 14 years. In session I am empathetic and positive, working collaboratively with each client, in overcoming life challenges. Due to the vast amount of experience I have gained in both psychotherapy as well as behavioral modification, my therapeutic approach is diverse and can be non-directive, guiding the client at their own pace, or directive in nature. My goal is to assist each client to a happier, healthier, productive life, in a safe environment.
(815) 401-0766 View (815) 401-0766
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Brendan C. Bell
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Wauconda, IL 60084
With roughly 25 years of experience in private practice, I have treated both children and adults for a wide range of issues including: oppositional behavior, family conflict, aggressive acting-out, social problems, bullying, phobias, addictions, separation anxiety, high-conflict divorces, mood disorders, suicide prevention, and high functioning autism.
Are you having trouble finding help for your middle schooler or teen? Is your teenager difficult-to-reach? Oppositional? Out-of-control? Resistant to therapy? Working with challenging kids is a passion of mine! Give me the opportunity to connect with your son or daughter, and then equip you as parents with the skills you need to bring order to your home and rebuild your family relationships. Your middle schooler or teen will discover an environment here that is safe, productive, and often quite fun!
With roughly 25 years of experience in private practice, I have treated both children and adults for a wide range of issues including: oppositional behavior, family conflict, aggressive acting-out, social problems, bullying, phobias, addictions, separation anxiety, high-conflict divorces, mood disorders, suicide prevention, and high functioning autism.
Are you having trouble finding help for your middle schooler or teen? Is your teenager difficult-to-reach? Oppositional? Out-of-control? Resistant to therapy? Working with challenging kids is a passion of mine! Give me the opportunity to connect with your son or daughter, and then equip you as parents with the skills you need to bring order to your home and rebuild your family relationships. Your middle schooler or teen will discover an environment here that is safe, productive, and often quite fun!
(847) 852-4714 View (847) 852-4714
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Christina Wagner
Counselor, MS, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Christina Wagner is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor as well as a Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist specializing in comprehensive behavioral and mental health services for children, adults, and families presenting with a wide range of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting and other symptoms.
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming? Do you or your child have a difficult time engaging in or completing everyday tasks? Does it seem like nobody understands what you’re going through? Sometimes children or adults experience situations in their life, past or present which can have a significant impact on their life, overall daily functioning and relationships. These situations can leave them feeling sad, angry, withdrawn, shameful, unmotivated or a variety of other emotions. These feelings and behaviors can be confusing for anyone and that is where therapy can help.
Christina Wagner is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor as well as a Certified Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapist specializing in comprehensive behavioral and mental health services for children, adults, and families presenting with a wide range of challenges such as trauma, anxiety, depression, parenting and other symptoms.
Does life sometimes feel overwhelming? Do you or your child have a difficult time engaging in or completing everyday tasks? Does it seem like nobody understands what you’re going through? Sometimes children or adults experience situations in their life, past or present which can have a significant impact on their life, overall daily functioning and relationships. These situations can leave them feeling sad, angry, withdrawn, shameful, unmotivated or a variety of other emotions. These feelings and behaviors can be confusing for anyone and that is where therapy can help.
(224) 732-1202 View (224) 732-1202
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Joyce Perez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
I employ Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), trauma focused therapy, art, play, mindfulness as tools in the therapeutic process.
I am passionate about providing culturally responsive and language accessible care. I am able to provide services in both English and Spanish. My passion is in providing culturally competent care, empathy, and understanding in order to foster confidence and healing. I have experience working with a continuum of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, and immigrant/generational trauma.
I employ Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), trauma focused therapy, art, play, mindfulness as tools in the therapeutic process.
I am passionate about providing culturally responsive and language accessible care. I am able to provide services in both English and Spanish. My passion is in providing culturally competent care, empathy, and understanding in order to foster confidence and healing. I have experience working with a continuum of mental health concerns including depression, anxiety, self-esteem, life transitions, interpersonal conflict, and immigrant/generational trauma.
(224) 479-0245 View (224) 479-0245
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Patti J. Reid
Counselor, LCPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and have worked in the field for 20 years. I work with individual adults and adolescents, I have also participated in the LGBT post-graduate certification program.
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and have worked in the field for 20 years. I work with individual adults and adolescents, I have also participated in the LGBT post-graduate certification program.
(847) 512-8923 View (847) 512-8923
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Angelica Newton
Counselor, LCPC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauconda, IL 60084
I would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. I also understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. I strive to create a safe, comfortable, empowering and creative environment in which my clients can work towards their individual goals. My commitment is to come along side you by providing skills, knowledge, reflection, support, and encouragement.
I would love to see each individual experiencing life at their full potential. I also understand that there are many things that can get in the way of that. I strive to create a safe, comfortable, empowering and creative environment in which my clients can work towards their individual goals. My commitment is to come along side you by providing skills, knowledge, reflection, support, and encouragement.
(847) 558-7783 View (847) 558-7783
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Cherry Hill Counseling
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
(847) 386-2109 View (847) 386-2109
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Robin Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Wauconda, IL 60084
Therapy is a brave step towards improving overall wellness. Individuals, couples, and families that are interested in working to increase their well being should read on. If your life has become overwhelming, your relationships difficult to manage, or if you are experiencing less satisfaction at work or home, then therapy may be a positive step to alleviate your current difficulties. Those who want to reduce the pain and frustration associated with depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, self doubt, and anger are appropriate candidates for psychotherapy. Therapy has the potential to improve your quality of life personally and within important relationships.
Therapy is a brave step towards improving overall wellness. Individuals, couples, and families that are interested in working to increase their well being should read on. If your life has become overwhelming, your relationships difficult to manage, or if you are experiencing less satisfaction at work or home, then therapy may be a positive step to alleviate your current difficulties. Those who want to reduce the pain and frustration associated with depression, anxiety, adjustment to change, self doubt, and anger are appropriate candidates for psychotherapy. Therapy has the potential to improve your quality of life personally and within important relationships.
(773) 432-7095 View (773) 432-7095
Katherine (Katie) Booras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Hi! My name is Katie and I grew up in Grayslake, Illinois. I have my Master’s degree in mental health counseling from Concordia University, and am pursuing a doctoral degree in counselor education and supervision at Governor's State University. I’m licensed in the state of Illinois as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
Hi! My name is Katie and I grew up in Grayslake, Illinois. I have my Master’s degree in mental health counseling from Concordia University, and am pursuing a doctoral degree in counselor education and supervision at Governor's State University. I’m licensed in the state of Illinois as a Licensed Professional Counselor.
(224) 268-8053 View (224) 268-8053
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Nancy D Bourke
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wauconda, IL 60084
Are you having difficulty setting and attaining goals? Feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness or anger?Finding and keeping meaningful relationships? Trying to cope and regain balance after a painful loss or trauma? Generally feeling like your life is being hijacked away from what it could be? If you can say yes to any of these, you may also be feeling alone with your challenges. Understand, you are not, many share these feelings and what these challenges all have in common; they are isolating and negatively life altering. For those who have struggled, a therapist can be an essential guide towards a happier, healthier life journey.
Are you having difficulty setting and attaining goals? Feelings of anxiety, worry, sadness or anger?Finding and keeping meaningful relationships? Trying to cope and regain balance after a painful loss or trauma? Generally feeling like your life is being hijacked away from what it could be? If you can say yes to any of these, you may also be feeling alone with your challenges. Understand, you are not, many share these feelings and what these challenges all have in common; they are isolating and negatively life altering. For those who have struggled, a therapist can be an essential guide towards a happier, healthier life journey.
(224) 268-1856 View (224) 268-1856
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Andrea Perez
Counselor, MA, ATR, LCPC
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Raise your hand if you lie in bed at night, replaying scenarios in your head, and wishing you had handled them differently. Maybe you’re going through something that no one else understands. Maybe it feels like the walls are closing in on you. At your pace, I will help you process emotions and find clarity and meaning through self-expression. It would be awesome to increase happiness, manage emotions, reduce stress, and heal emotional pain. Create your inner peace by learning techniques that will help you be more present in your daily life.
Raise your hand if you lie in bed at night, replaying scenarios in your head, and wishing you had handled them differently. Maybe you’re going through something that no one else understands. Maybe it feels like the walls are closing in on you. At your pace, I will help you process emotions and find clarity and meaning through self-expression. It would be awesome to increase happiness, manage emotions, reduce stress, and heal emotional pain. Create your inner peace by learning techniques that will help you be more present in your daily life.
(847) 320-9139 View (847) 320-9139
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Kathleen Kenney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Wauconda, IL 60084
Many people struggle with anxiety and depression as they cope with life's uncertainties. We are all redefining "normal." My training in CBT, EMDR, Strengths Centered, and Person Centered Therapy with men, women, children, elders, and caregivers is well rounded. People are dealing with trauma, abuse, employment issues, grief, mental illness, addiction, co-dependency, physical illness, parenting, divorce, retirement, and loss of identity. Everyone wants to know they have a "purpose." I specialize in helping clients with their journey. Most people want to feel safe, loved, understood, and appreciated. I can help with that.
Many people struggle with anxiety and depression as they cope with life's uncertainties. We are all redefining "normal." My training in CBT, EMDR, Strengths Centered, and Person Centered Therapy with men, women, children, elders, and caregivers is well rounded. People are dealing with trauma, abuse, employment issues, grief, mental illness, addiction, co-dependency, physical illness, parenting, divorce, retirement, and loss of identity. Everyone wants to know they have a "purpose." I specialize in helping clients with their journey. Most people want to feel safe, loved, understood, and appreciated. I can help with that.
(847) 713-1261 View (847) 713-1261

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Devon M Block
Counselor, NCC, LCPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Grayslake, IL 60030
Using a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques & Positive Psychology techniques, I work with clients to process their past & present, to build self-confidence & self esteem, to develop positive coping skills, & to develop future goals.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
Using a mixture of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy techniques & Positive Psychology techniques, I work with clients to process their past & present, to build self-confidence & self esteem, to develop positive coping skills, & to develop future goals.
As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor, I believe each individual deserves a safe place to process life transitions, frustrations, worries, fears, or sadness. As an empathetic and nonjudgmental clinician I know it can be challenging or frightening to enter into counseling and open up. I place emphasis on creating a safe place where children, adolescents, adults, and families can comfortably explore the nature of their issues.
(847) 457-1553 x9 View (847) 457-1553 x9
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Libertyville Counseling Group
Psychologist, PsyD, LCSW, LCPC, LPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
We are a multi-disciplinary group private practice located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have highly trained clinicians with many years of experience and a genuine passion for our work. Our many specialties range from managing every day stress to coping with trauma, loss, emotional disorders and behavioral problems in children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
We are a multi-disciplinary group private practice located in Libertyville, Illinois. We have highly trained clinicians with many years of experience and a genuine passion for our work. Our many specialties range from managing every day stress to coping with trauma, loss, emotional disorders and behavioral problems in children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
(224) 412-3578 View (224) 412-3578
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Debbie Chirikos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
Young children with ADHD and oppositional behavior are my favorite!.
I am a career social worker who has worked in richly diverse practice settings for 40 years. I can help address generalized anxiety, depression, grief and relationship challenges. I offer mostly solution focused and thus forward facing intervention to help you address your current distress. I prefer cognitive based approaches that address thinking distortions that often contribute to painful feelings and troubling behaviors.
Young children with ADHD and oppositional behavior are my favorite!.
I am a career social worker who has worked in richly diverse practice settings for 40 years. I can help address generalized anxiety, depression, grief and relationship challenges. I offer mostly solution focused and thus forward facing intervention to help you address your current distress. I prefer cognitive based approaches that address thinking distortions that often contribute to painful feelings and troubling behaviors.
(847) 325-5606 View (847) 325-5606
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Jill Kreller
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Libertyville, IL 60048
My approach focuses on helping individuals better understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns.
With over a decade of experience in assessment, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges, life transitions, and goal achievement. I believe everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, and I work collaboratively with you to unlock that potential. By tailoring therapy to your unique characteristics, I will help you find the interventions that align with your personal goals, strengths, and needs. Together, we’ll explore solutions that promote growth and well-being.
My approach focuses on helping individuals better understand and manage their thoughts, emotions, and behavioral patterns.
With over a decade of experience in assessment, crisis intervention, and psychotherapy, I am dedicated to helping individuals navigate mental health challenges, life transitions, and goal achievement. I believe everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life, and I work collaboratively with you to unlock that potential. By tailoring therapy to your unique characteristics, I will help you find the interventions that align with your personal goals, strengths, and needs. Together, we’ll explore solutions that promote growth and well-being.
(847) 978-4500 View (847) 978-4500
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Judy Kafka Tisdall
Counselor, PsyD, LCPC
Verified Verified
Barrington, IL 60010
As Practice Owner and Clinician at Advanced Behavioral Solutions LLC, providing comprehensive psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Specializing in providing services to individuals with Depression and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Autism, OCD, and Panic Disorders. Administering Psychological Testing, ADHD Evaluations, Risk Assessments, Executive Function Tutoring, and Career/Vocational Assessments. Additionally, my clinical team and I provide immediate Risk Assessment Services to School Districts within the Northwest Suburbs.
As Practice Owner and Clinician at Advanced Behavioral Solutions LLC, providing comprehensive psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, adults, and families. Specializing in providing services to individuals with Depression and Anxiety Disorders, ADHD, Autism, OCD, and Panic Disorders. Administering Psychological Testing, ADHD Evaluations, Risk Assessments, Executive Function Tutoring, and Career/Vocational Assessments. Additionally, my clinical team and I provide immediate Risk Assessment Services to School Districts within the Northwest Suburbs.
(847) 496-4693 View (847) 496-4693
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Anthony W. Brooks
Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
McHenry, IL 60050
I have eighteeen years of counseling, psychotherapy, and behavioral therapy experience. I provide services to individuals and families.
I have eighteeen years of counseling, psychotherapy, and behavioral therapy experience. I provide services to individuals and families.
(224) 651-8267 View (224) 651-8267
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Jim Grimm
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
Cary, IL 60013
I have expertise dealing with anxiety issues, addiction and recovery, depression, complicated grief and loss with adults and children, behavioral and relationship issues, parenting, family and relationship issues and sports counseling that includes motivation, performance and code of conduct issues.
My broad base of experience recognizes the whole person in a solution-focused approach that is realistic and achievable. I utilize insight oriented, cognitive- behavioral and family oriented approaches in my counseling milieu. I am devoted to helping adults, children and adolescents (6-18 years), couples and families.
I have expertise dealing with anxiety issues, addiction and recovery, depression, complicated grief and loss with adults and children, behavioral and relationship issues, parenting, family and relationship issues and sports counseling that includes motivation, performance and code of conduct issues.
My broad base of experience recognizes the whole person in a solution-focused approach that is realistic and achievable. I utilize insight oriented, cognitive- behavioral and family oriented approaches in my counseling milieu. I am devoted to helping adults, children and adolescents (6-18 years), couples and families.
(847) 607-1125 View (847) 607-1125
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Julieann Robinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
McHenry, IL 60050
My approach combines cognitive- behavioral, and client centered therapy, in addition to utilizing clients strengths.
I have been working with families and individual clients of all ages for 10 plus years. I am motivated by helping others work through their unique life experiences. When we struggle, sometimes we need help navigating through life's challenges. Finding healthy ways to express ourselves, and communicate our needs is crucial to our well-being. I am particularly skilled in counseling people with behavioral issues, impulse control, depression, self esteem, anxiety, identity, relationships, and conflict resolution.
My approach combines cognitive- behavioral, and client centered therapy, in addition to utilizing clients strengths.
I have been working with families and individual clients of all ages for 10 plus years. I am motivated by helping others work through their unique life experiences. When we struggle, sometimes we need help navigating through life's challenges. Finding healthy ways to express ourselves, and communicate our needs is crucial to our well-being. I am particularly skilled in counseling people with behavioral issues, impulse control, depression, self esteem, anxiety, identity, relationships, and conflict resolution.
(815) 908-5264 View (815) 908-5264

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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.