Behavioral Issues Therapists in Golden Valley, MN
I utilize techniques from various modalities, including person centered therapy, harm reduction approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), adaptive information processing theory (IAP), and practice trauma informed therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I enjoy working with adults who are 18 years or older. I have experience working with individuals who have alcohol and/or drug addition, those in recovery, trauma/PTSD, parts work/ego state/dissociation, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief and loss, and anger management. I am also trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). My belief is that everyone is the expert on themselves, and the power to heal is within. I aid people in finding their own path towards recovery from mental health and chemical health concerns.
I utilize techniques from various modalities, including person centered therapy, harm reduction approaches, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), adaptive information processing theory (IAP), and practice trauma informed therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I enjoy working with adults who are 18 years or older. I have experience working with individuals who have alcohol and/or drug addition, those in recovery, trauma/PTSD, parts work/ego state/dissociation, anxiety, panic disorders, depression, grief and loss, and anger management. I am also trained in eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR). My belief is that everyone is the expert on themselves, and the power to heal is within. I aid people in finding their own path towards recovery from mental health and chemical health concerns.
Natalie Quiring-Oleson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
I use play therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), meditation, mindfulness, and cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT).
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Is your child struggling with their behaviors, especially during transitions, like bedtime, or getting ready for school? I may be able to help. I specialize with working with both children and adults, ages 5+, to help ease suffering and improve overall functioning. I can work with parents to help solve problems with their children, provide support for the difficulty of parenting, and psychoeducation about the challenges their child is facing. I also have experience with clients who struggle with trauma, grief, self-harm and suicidality.
I use play therapy, eye movement desensitization reprocessing (EMDR), meditation, mindfulness, and cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT).
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or trauma? Is your child struggling with their behaviors, especially during transitions, like bedtime, or getting ready for school? I may be able to help. I specialize with working with both children and adults, ages 5+, to help ease suffering and improve overall functioning. I can work with parents to help solve problems with their children, provide support for the difficulty of parenting, and psychoeducation about the challenges their child is facing. I also have experience with clients who struggle with trauma, grief, self-harm and suicidality.
I am a trained clinical social worker licensed in Minnesota with over 15 years experience in behavioral health.
I have significant experience facilitating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for adults living with personality disorders as well as adolescents struggling with mood disorders and self-harm behaviors. I enjoy working with adolescents to effectively manage depression and anxiety symptoms, irritability, reactivity, relational stressors, communication issues, grief and loss, and self-esteem issues. I also like teaching skills and strategies to their parents and caregivers to they can feel resourced when supporting their young loved one outside of therapy.
I am a trained clinical social worker licensed in Minnesota with over 15 years experience in behavioral health.
I have significant experience facilitating Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) for adults living with personality disorders as well as adolescents struggling with mood disorders and self-harm behaviors. I enjoy working with adolescents to effectively manage depression and anxiety symptoms, irritability, reactivity, relational stressors, communication issues, grief and loss, and self-esteem issues. I also like teaching skills and strategies to their parents and caregivers to they can feel resourced when supporting their young loved one outside of therapy.
I primarily utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) but also use other theoretical models to supplement therapy and guide children and teens to learn about themselves and their capabilities.
I specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety, Depression, behavioral and emotional regulation concerns, social skills development, and behavioral parent training.
I primarily utilize cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) but also use other theoretical models to supplement therapy and guide children and teens to learn about themselves and their capabilities.
I specialize in Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD), Attention Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Anxiety, Depression, behavioral and emotional regulation concerns, social skills development, and behavioral parent training.
I offer clients to use mindfulness to process thought, feeling, and behavior.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples, and families with a strong emphasis on, though not limited to, Men (ages 8+). I have experience working with issues related to anxiety, depression, family/relational conflict, ADHD, Anger, Grief, Life Transitions, and Trauma. I believe in creating a safe environment in order to open communication, build relationships, and create hope.Therapy should be collaborative with clients in determining their goals, with the inclusion of one's value system. I am open to work with all clients regardless of Race, Religion, Ethnicity, Sexual Orientation, and Gender.
I offer clients to use mindfulness to process thought, feeling, and behavior.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, working with individuals, couples, and families with a strong emphasis on, though not limited to, Men (ages 8+). I have experience working with issues related to anxiety, depression, family/relational conflict, ADHD, Anger, Grief, Life Transitions, and Trauma. I believe in creating a safe environment in order to open communication, build relationships, and create hope.Therapy should be collaborative with clients in determining their goals, with the inclusion of one's value system. I am open to work with all clients regardless of Race, Religion, Ethnicity, Sexual Orientation, and Gender.
I work with children and adults who are neurodivergent, have anger issues, self-harm, loss, relationship struggles, behavioral problems, and parenting.
Immediate openings are available. Life can be hard and when it is, you may feel alone but you don't have to. Have you or your child felt anxious, overwhelmed, sad, hopeless, or angry? Have you wondered where all of these feelings come from? Do you or your child have trouble concentrating on one thing at a time? Do you ever wonder what is happening to your child? Or, do you just want to talk to someone who will listen? If you have answered yes to any of these questions: I can help you. I create a safe space to work through all of those feelings.
I work with children and adults who are neurodivergent, have anger issues, self-harm, loss, relationship struggles, behavioral problems, and parenting.
Immediate openings are available. Life can be hard and when it is, you may feel alone but you don't have to. Have you or your child felt anxious, overwhelmed, sad, hopeless, or angry? Have you wondered where all of these feelings come from? Do you or your child have trouble concentrating on one thing at a time? Do you ever wonder what is happening to your child? Or, do you just want to talk to someone who will listen? If you have answered yes to any of these questions: I can help you. I create a safe space to work through all of those feelings.
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand how their thoughts influence feelings and actions.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stuck in a rut and not sure how to move forward? Life can be tough, but you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I’m here to help you uncover your strengths and tackle the challenges holding you back, whether it’s navigating relationships or reaching your personal goals. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to bring positive changes into your daily life, and I’m all about making the process enjoyable, too. Plus, you’ll get to meet Annie, my awesome therapy dog, who’s just as pumped as I am to see you grow and thrive!
I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help clients understand how their thoughts influence feelings and actions.
Feeling overwhelmed? Stuck in a rut and not sure how to move forward? Life can be tough, but you don’t have to figure it all out alone. I’m here to help you uncover your strengths and tackle the challenges holding you back, whether it’s navigating relationships or reaching your personal goals. Together, we’ll explore practical ways to bring positive changes into your daily life, and I’m all about making the process enjoyable, too. Plus, you’ll get to meet Annie, my awesome therapy dog, who’s just as pumped as I am to see you grow and thrive!
Too many to list! You may find that a behavior feels like it "just happens" and you have no control.
Stefanie Hofman MA, LMFT is a seasoned professional therapist specializing in matters that sometimes make others uncomfortable. Whether it's trauma, sexuality, relationships, or personal angst, Stefanie uses a variety of therapeutic approaches, depending on client interest and need. She will meet the client where they are at and provides a safe space to explore themes that cause distress or dysfunction. Therapy can be difficult and at first, can feel embarrassing. Stefanie's specialty is assisting people with facing the challenges that prevent them from living life to the fullest in a warm and accepting environment.
Too many to list! You may find that a behavior feels like it "just happens" and you have no control.
Stefanie Hofman MA, LMFT is a seasoned professional therapist specializing in matters that sometimes make others uncomfortable. Whether it's trauma, sexuality, relationships, or personal angst, Stefanie uses a variety of therapeutic approaches, depending on client interest and need. She will meet the client where they are at and provides a safe space to explore themes that cause distress or dysfunction. Therapy can be difficult and at first, can feel embarrassing. Stefanie's specialty is assisting people with facing the challenges that prevent them from living life to the fullest in a warm and accepting environment.
Elizabeth is a licensed practitioner of Narrative Therapy (NT) who utilizes strength’s-based, cognitive- behavioral, and trauma-informed modalities in therapeutic practice. Elizabeth has special interest in women’s health and sexual. Elizabeth is a licensed practitioner of Narrative Therapy (NT) who utilizes strength’s-based a narrative therapist Elizabeth acknowledges the multiplicity of stories in our lives, helping others gain authorship of their story via the therapeutic process. She meets people where they are at, challenging preconceived notions of normativity, while fostering strength, grace, and development of the self.
Elizabeth is a licensed practitioner of Narrative Therapy (NT) who utilizes strength’s-based, cognitive- behavioral, and trauma-informed modalities in therapeutic practice. Elizabeth has special interest in women’s health and sexual. Elizabeth is a licensed practitioner of Narrative Therapy (NT) who utilizes strength’s-based a narrative therapist Elizabeth acknowledges the multiplicity of stories in our lives, helping others gain authorship of their story via the therapeutic process. She meets people where they are at, challenging preconceived notions of normativity, while fostering strength, grace, and development of the self.
Kathleen Thormodsgaard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55427
I use a variety of approaches, strategies, and methods, including, cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, systematic desensitization, strengths perspective, and behavioral strategies.
My focus is on Individualized goals that are developed for each client and family. Therapy sessions are tailored to match these goals, as well as the unique interpersonal and organizational needs of each client.
I use a variety of approaches, strategies, and methods, including, cognitive behavior therapy, solution-focused therapy, systematic desensitization, strengths perspective, and behavioral strategies.
My focus is on Individualized goals that are developed for each client and family. Therapy sessions are tailored to match these goals, as well as the unique interpersonal and organizational needs of each client.
Regardless of what you're facing, be it relationship challenges, anxiety, life transition, grief and loss, depression, emotional and behavior concerns, ADHD, or trauma, seeing a therapist can be an incredibly cathartic and transformative experience.
When we reach our lowest point, a supportive hand can be a tremendously helpful thing. That is the heart and soul of the work I aim to provide. With each passing year, we learn more about the vital effects intimate relationships, social bonds, and life meaning have upon our personal health and wellness. A sense of fulfilling connection with those who are precious to us often leads to significant improvements in the various parts of the human experience.
Regardless of what you're facing, be it relationship challenges, anxiety, life transition, grief and loss, depression, emotional and behavior concerns, ADHD, or trauma, seeing a therapist can be an incredibly cathartic and transformative experience.
When we reach our lowest point, a supportive hand can be a tremendously helpful thing. That is the heart and soul of the work I aim to provide. With each passing year, we learn more about the vital effects intimate relationships, social bonds, and life meaning have upon our personal health and wellness. A sense of fulfilling connection with those who are precious to us often leads to significant improvements in the various parts of the human experience.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55422
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Welcome! I'm here to support my clients cope with difficult emotions such as anger, worry, and hopelessness. Often, these challenges greatly impact us, our relationships, as well as other critical aspects of life. I support my clients in this journey and walk alongside them as they discover their strengths and persevere, whether it is overcoming anxiety or healing from lived trauma. My approach is cognitive behavioral, with an emphasis on using compassion, strengths, and behavioral activation in order to help individuals recover, grow, and develop new ways of adapting to life’s many challenges.
Welcome! I'm here to support my clients cope with difficult emotions such as anger, worry, and hopelessness. Often, these challenges greatly impact us, our relationships, as well as other critical aspects of life. I support my clients in this journey and walk alongside them as they discover their strengths and persevere, whether it is overcoming anxiety or healing from lived trauma. My approach is cognitive behavioral, with an emphasis on using compassion, strengths, and behavioral activation in order to help individuals recover, grow, and develop new ways of adapting to life’s many challenges.
Nosce te Ipsum” — “Know Thy Self” (Latin) Specializing in solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-based strategies, I offer a comfortable environment where my clients develop the tools required to increase their understanding of how beliefs, perceptions, and behaviors shape identity. Therapy, above all else, is an investment in self-knowledge. Who better to understand than the person you are with 24/7? The more you comprehend, the more confident you feel, and the better equipped you are to navigate life’s uncertainties.
Nosce te Ipsum” — “Know Thy Self” (Latin) Specializing in solution-focused, cognitive behavioral, and mindfulness-based strategies, I offer a comfortable environment where my clients develop the tools required to increase their understanding of how beliefs, perceptions, and behaviors shape identity. Therapy, above all else, is an investment in self-knowledge. Who better to understand than the person you are with 24/7? The more you comprehend, the more confident you feel, and the better equipped you are to navigate life’s uncertainties.
Life and Light Psychotherapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55416
Some of the approaches we use include, but are not limited to: Brainspotting, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Brain Gym, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Sensorimotor therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness, Self-compassion, Energy medicine, Transpersonal, Spiritual approaches, Sand tray.
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
Some of the approaches we use include, but are not limited to: Brainspotting, EMDR, Hypnotherapy, Brain Gym, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Creative Art Therapy, Sensorimotor therapy, Narrative therapy, Mindfulness, Self-compassion, Energy medicine, Transpersonal, Spiritual approaches, Sand tray.
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
At our centrally located Golden Valley location, we offer compassionate, person centered care for individuals, couples and families. At this and all our locations, we believe you, the client, are in the foreground of our work.
At our centrally located Golden Valley location, we offer compassionate, person centered care for individuals, couples and families. At this and all our locations, we believe you, the client, are in the foreground of our work.
There are times in life when we are faced with challenges that cause us to feel stuck and lose hope. In those moments, we often require a little extra support and compassion to help us focus on possibilities for the future. I am passionate about helping clients during those difficult times by developing a strong level of trust and providing a safe space for them to share their story. In my sessions, I strive to be empathetic, encouraging, and patient with my clients in order to foster growth and healing within them. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
There are times in life when we are faced with challenges that cause us to feel stuck and lose hope. In those moments, we often require a little extra support and compassion to help us focus on possibilities for the future. I am passionate about helping clients during those difficult times by developing a strong level of trust and providing a safe space for them to share their story. In my sessions, I strive to be empathetic, encouraging, and patient with my clients in order to foster growth and healing within them. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families.
I believe in creating a safe space for people to process life's difficulties. I enjoy helping clients learn how to use their inner strengths to obtain contentment with a variety of life's issues. I specialize in neuro-diverse diagnoses, ASD, ADHD and Anxiety. I have worked along side families and individuals to help manage the day to day struggle unique to these diagnoses. I have supported clients at home, worked with educators and developed strategies for community involvement. I have a passion for helping children, adolescents, parents and adults manage the problems and stressors that come with having a neuro-diverse diagnoses.
I believe in creating a safe space for people to process life's difficulties. I enjoy helping clients learn how to use their inner strengths to obtain contentment with a variety of life's issues. I specialize in neuro-diverse diagnoses, ASD, ADHD and Anxiety. I have worked along side families and individuals to help manage the day to day struggle unique to these diagnoses. I have supported clients at home, worked with educators and developed strategies for community involvement. I have a passion for helping children, adolescents, parents and adults manage the problems and stressors that come with having a neuro-diverse diagnoses.
I find a great deal of professional joy in seeing others grow to embrace and integrate the best parts of themselves. I most enjoy working with someone who endeavors to explore the part of themselves that has gone unappreciated or untended and which they want to grow. So often we are molded into a person by our environment and experiences that, at times, can be difficult to recognize. I am eager to support you in exploring this best version of yourself!
I find a great deal of professional joy in seeing others grow to embrace and integrate the best parts of themselves. I most enjoy working with someone who endeavors to explore the part of themselves that has gone unappreciated or untended and which they want to grow. So often we are molded into a person by our environment and experiences that, at times, can be difficult to recognize. I am eager to support you in exploring this best version of yourself!
Abby Ranweiler
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55426 (Online Only)
Immediate telehealth availability Thursday daytime/evenings and Saturday mornings. I am a dedicated pre-licensed practitioner currently pursuing my doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. I am committed to strengthening and fostering healthy relationships through a relational-focused and strength-based approach. My experience spans a broad range of areas including trauma, loss, family conflict, life transitions, adoption, foster care, parenting struggles, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I believe in the transformative power of creating supportive, empowering environments that help children thrive and grow.
Immediate telehealth availability Thursday daytime/evenings and Saturday mornings. I am a dedicated pre-licensed practitioner currently pursuing my doctoral degree in Counseling Psychology. I am committed to strengthening and fostering healthy relationships through a relational-focused and strength-based approach. My experience spans a broad range of areas including trauma, loss, family conflict, life transitions, adoption, foster care, parenting struggles, anxiety, depression, and ADHD. I believe in the transformative power of creating supportive, empowering environments that help children thrive and grow.
Andrew Steck
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Golden Valley, MN 55422
Are you looking for a Christian Therapist? Do you want your relationship with God to be a major part of your healing process? For clients that want their faith integrated into therapy, I am thrilled to use your relationship with God as a tool and resource in healing. I specialize in Christian integration as well as trauma, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety.
Are you looking for a Christian Therapist? Do you want your relationship with God to be a major part of your healing process? For clients that want their faith integrated into therapy, I am thrilled to use your relationship with God as a tool and resource in healing. I specialize in Christian integration as well as trauma, depression, relationship issues, and anxiety.
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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.