Behavioral Issues Therapists in Lakeville, MN

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Haylee Baier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeville, MN 55044
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), DBT-C (for children), DBT-A (for adolescents/teens), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Welcome! I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from St. Catherine University and University of St. Thomas. I am an outpatient therapist, director of compliance & clinical supervisor. I thoroughly enjoy working with adolescents and adults in all life stages - primarily ages 13+. I am competent in working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, complex trauma, domestic violence, first responders, and those involved in the criminal justice system. As a therapist, I believe it is important to find balance in therapy between acceptance and change, beginning where the client is at in order to meet their individual needs.
I am trained in Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), DBT-C (for children), DBT-A (for adolescents/teens), Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR), and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT).
Welcome! I earned my master’s degree in Clinical Social Work from St. Catherine University and University of St. Thomas. I am an outpatient therapist, director of compliance & clinical supervisor. I thoroughly enjoy working with adolescents and adults in all life stages - primarily ages 13+. I am competent in working with depression, anxiety, mood disorders, complex trauma, domestic violence, first responders, and those involved in the criminal justice system. As a therapist, I believe it is important to find balance in therapy between acceptance and change, beginning where the client is at in order to meet their individual needs.
(952) 209-8196 View (952) 209-8196
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Judy Marie LaVone
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
I use a Rogerian approach, Motivational Interviewing, and also a Cognitive Behavior Therapy approach to counsel my clients, and to help them find hope and healing and victory in their lives.
I enjoy coming alongside individuals, couples, and families, and helping those who would like to work through their challenges with stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD, academic difficulties, family problems, or other mental health concerns. I believe it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients, to be compassionate, to listen carefully to them, to encourage them and empower them, to help them experience healing and hope in their lives.
I use a Rogerian approach, Motivational Interviewing, and also a Cognitive Behavior Therapy approach to counsel my clients, and to help them find hope and healing and victory in their lives.
I enjoy coming alongside individuals, couples, and families, and helping those who would like to work through their challenges with stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD, academic difficulties, family problems, or other mental health concerns. I believe it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients, to be compassionate, to listen carefully to them, to encourage them and empower them, to help them experience healing and hope in their lives.
(651) 376-3488 View (651) 376-3488
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Child Psychology Services, LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Lakeville, MN 55044
Waitlist for new clients
Combining a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach, I assist clients and their families with recognizing how their brain and sensory systems process information and the connection to their emotional and behavioral issues.
Dr. Laura Ehlert, PsyD, LP specializes in working with children who display developmental issues such as ADHD, poor emotion regulation, impulsivity, processing/learning deficits, social skills delays and poor behavior management. Clients and families interested in understanding how their child's brain and sensory systems work to create these behavioral and emotional issues will find my approach to be very effective and supportive to everyone in the family system or school environment.
Combining a cognitive-behavioral and problem-solving approach, I assist clients and their families with recognizing how their brain and sensory systems process information and the connection to their emotional and behavioral issues.
Dr. Laura Ehlert, PsyD, LP specializes in working with children who display developmental issues such as ADHD, poor emotion regulation, impulsivity, processing/learning deficits, social skills delays and poor behavior management. Clients and families interested in understanding how their child's brain and sensory systems work to create these behavioral and emotional issues will find my approach to be very effective and supportive to everyone in the family system or school environment.
(612) 284-1557 View (612) 284-1557
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Lakeville Behavioral Health
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
Lakeville Behavioral Health offers comprehensive outpatient therapy services. We seek to help clients restore relationships, overcome life's difficulties and build fulfilling lives.
Lakeville Behavioral Health offers comprehensive outpatient therapy services. We seek to help clients restore relationships, overcome life's difficulties and build fulfilling lives.
(952) 213-4761 View (952) 213-4761
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Leanne D Ravey
Counselor, PsyD, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
My therapy style integrates insight-focused, attachment and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
Seeking help from a therapist can be a difficult decision. Successful therapy is highly based on the client-therapist relationship as well as openness to change. I have a warm eclectic style that creates a trusting therapeutic environment. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to address unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I treat a variety of issues including trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, spiritual and relationship issues.
My therapy style integrates insight-focused, attachment and cognitive-behavioral therapies.
Seeking help from a therapist can be a difficult decision. Successful therapy is highly based on the client-therapist relationship as well as openness to change. I have a warm eclectic style that creates a trusting therapeutic environment. I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families to address unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I treat a variety of issues including trauma, abuse, depression, anxiety, spiritual and relationship issues.
(952) 314-9000 View (952) 314-9000
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Healing Connections Therapy Center
Psychologist, MSEd, LP
Not Verified Not Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
Our specialties include personality disorders, DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), trauma informed therapy, marriage and family therapy, addictions, depression, anxiety, adolescents, EMDR, PTSD, grief/loss, and life transitions.
We are a multi-disciplinary team offering medication management, individual therapy, couples and family counseling, and group therapy to provide you with comprehensive care for treatment of many mental health issues. Our groups and individual therapy have proven to change destructive behaviors, improve ability to manage mood, and enhance stress management skills. Our goal is to be of support by helping individuals develop and strengthen skills that promote well-being and success in daily living. We look forward to working with you.
Our specialties include personality disorders, DBT (dialectical behavior therapy), trauma informed therapy, marriage and family therapy, addictions, depression, anxiety, adolescents, EMDR, PTSD, grief/loss, and life transitions.
We are a multi-disciplinary team offering medication management, individual therapy, couples and family counseling, and group therapy to provide you with comprehensive care for treatment of many mental health issues. Our groups and individual therapy have proven to change destructive behaviors, improve ability to manage mood, and enhance stress management skills. Our goal is to be of support by helping individuals develop and strengthen skills that promote well-being and success in daily living. We look forward to working with you.
(952) 479-5976 View (952) 479-5976
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Jenna Foss
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044  (Online Only)
I use techniques inclusive of Internal-Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and more.
I believe sustained joy is possible even in the deepest trenches of human pain and circumstance. I've supported clients who have experienced traumatic events, have been excessively reliant on someone emotionally or physically, feelings of anxiety or depressed, substance use concerns, and relationship or martial guidance. I believe sustained joy is possible even in the deepest trenches of human pain and circumstance.
I use techniques inclusive of Internal-Family Systems (IFS), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and more.
I believe sustained joy is possible even in the deepest trenches of human pain and circumstance. I've supported clients who have experienced traumatic events, have been excessively reliant on someone emotionally or physically, feelings of anxiety or depressed, substance use concerns, and relationship or martial guidance. I believe sustained joy is possible even in the deepest trenches of human pain and circumstance.
(952) 592-5742 View (952) 592-5742
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Kaitlyn Orzechowski
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
Welcome to a safe space to navigate life's challenging transitions. Adolescence is full of change, and I enjoy offering a space to process the pressure of school, build peer relations, and skills for managing emotions and the unique struggles of teens. Teenagers are often misunderstood for their behavior, expression of emotions, and communication. This is a place for understanding. I also work with adults on anxiety, pivotal life transitions, family dynamics, and cultivating healthy relationships. We work on finding balance, fulfillment, and purpose in each stage of life.
Welcome to a safe space to navigate life's challenging transitions. Adolescence is full of change, and I enjoy offering a space to process the pressure of school, build peer relations, and skills for managing emotions and the unique struggles of teens. Teenagers are often misunderstood for their behavior, expression of emotions, and communication. This is a place for understanding. I also work with adults on anxiety, pivotal life transitions, family dynamics, and cultivating healthy relationships. We work on finding balance, fulfillment, and purpose in each stage of life.
(651) 998-7186 View (651) 998-7186
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Rachel Nester
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC, RPT, IMH-E®
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
I am a Registered Play Therapist, Endorsed Infant Mental Health Specialist, Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and hold a certificate in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health from the University of Minnesota.
Hi! My name is Rachel and I'm the owner of Nesting Connections, LLC. My ideal client would be children between the ages of birth to 18, caregivers, or teachers seeking reflective consultation. Reasons caregivers have requested my services include: anxiety, depression, hoarding, excessive lying, attachment concerns, selective mutism, defiance, suicidal ideation, self-harming, bullying, social skills, foster care/adoption, truancy, grief, family discord, developmental concerns, and most frequently-trauma. I also enjoy providing prenatal therapy to process bonding with baby.
I am a Registered Play Therapist, Endorsed Infant Mental Health Specialist, Certified in Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and hold a certificate in Infant and Early Childhood Mental Health from the University of Minnesota.
Hi! My name is Rachel and I'm the owner of Nesting Connections, LLC. My ideal client would be children between the ages of birth to 18, caregivers, or teachers seeking reflective consultation. Reasons caregivers have requested my services include: anxiety, depression, hoarding, excessive lying, attachment concerns, selective mutism, defiance, suicidal ideation, self-harming, bullying, social skills, foster care/adoption, truancy, grief, family discord, developmental concerns, and most frequently-trauma. I also enjoy providing prenatal therapy to process bonding with baby.
(952) 260-3195 View (952) 260-3195
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Sharon Rohde
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
My name is Sharon Rohde, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC 1906) and a licensed drug and alcohol counselor (LADC (303827). I work with adults and couples using evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies and acceptance and commitment therapy. My approach to therapy consists of evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies and acceptance and commitment therapy.
My name is Sharon Rohde, and I am a licensed professional clinical counselor (LPCC 1906) and a licensed drug and alcohol counselor (LADC (303827). I work with adults and couples using evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies and acceptance and commitment therapy. My approach to therapy consists of evidence-based interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based therapies and acceptance and commitment therapy.
(651) 240-4163 View (651) 240-4163
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Paul Goossens
Psychologist, LCP
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
While I am able bring an assortment of clinical tools and modalities to our work together, I primarily work within cognitive-behavioral and rational-emotive modalities where we explore the connections between our thoughts and interpretations of life’s challenges and our emotional and behavioral responses to such.
I'm Paul Goossens. Great for you to reach out for support! I am a licensed Psychologist with extensive experience helping teens, adults, and families maneuver through a variety of mental health challenges and life transitions. I seek to understand and connect with each individual in the context of their life, while working together to define treatment success and create pathways toward that success. I am able to offer an assortment of clinical tools and modalities to our work together, tailored to each person's needs. I am here to help you move forward when you are ready.
While I am able bring an assortment of clinical tools and modalities to our work together, I primarily work within cognitive-behavioral and rational-emotive modalities where we explore the connections between our thoughts and interpretations of life’s challenges and our emotional and behavioral responses to such.
I'm Paul Goossens. Great for you to reach out for support! I am a licensed Psychologist with extensive experience helping teens, adults, and families maneuver through a variety of mental health challenges and life transitions. I seek to understand and connect with each individual in the context of their life, while working together to define treatment success and create pathways toward that success. I am able to offer an assortment of clinical tools and modalities to our work together, tailored to each person's needs. I am here to help you move forward when you are ready.
(651) 413-9875 View (651) 413-9875
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Bridget Couderc
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeville, MN 55044
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and DBT-Prolonged Exposure for PTSD. DBT is a mindfulness-based therapy model designed to teach people how to cope with stress, live in the moment, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others. At times, I utilize additional modalities including CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), motivational interviewing and Art Therapy.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who is trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy and DBT-Prolonged Exposure for PTSD. DBT is a mindfulness-based therapy model designed to teach people how to cope with stress, live in the moment, regulate emotions, and improve relationships with others. At times, I utilize additional modalities including CBT (cognitive behavior therapy), motivational interviewing and Art Therapy.
(651) 364-3326 View (651) 364-3326
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Rebecca Zabinski
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
I prefer to use my cognitive behavior therapy and attachment-based techniques in therapy most of the time.
Hello, I'm Rebecca Zabinski, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. I am originally from New Mexico and met my husband in the United States Air Force. I am a woman veteran and have grown to love Minnesota and everything it has to offer. My approach to therapy is meeting people where they are at and coming up with some goals together so that there is a common focus between us. I have 3 boys and love animals. If I am not working, I am doing something outside with my kids, in the garden or with my dogs.
I prefer to use my cognitive behavior therapy and attachment-based techniques in therapy most of the time.
Hello, I'm Rebecca Zabinski, a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in Minnesota. I am originally from New Mexico and met my husband in the United States Air Force. I am a woman veteran and have grown to love Minnesota and everything it has to offer. My approach to therapy is meeting people where they are at and coming up with some goals together so that there is a common focus between us. I have 3 boys and love animals. If I am not working, I am doing something outside with my kids, in the garden or with my dogs.
(651) 390-1313 View (651) 390-1313
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Rachael Britton
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
and older, and specialize in Dialectial Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocressing (EMDR).
My clinical interests include working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment disorders, relational issues/concerns, self-injurious behaviors, suicidal ideation, self-esteem issues, trauma related issues & PTSD, complex trauma, dissociation, and personality disorders. I would like to help you be able to identify the goals you would like to achieve to live a more desirable life. Once we have this goal established, we will work together to identify new coping skills to address situations that feel distressing to you.
and older, and specialize in Dialectial Behavior Therapy (DBT) and Eye-Movement Desensitization & Reprocressing (EMDR).
My clinical interests include working with individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, ADHD, adjustment disorders, relational issues/concerns, self-injurious behaviors, suicidal ideation, self-esteem issues, trauma related issues & PTSD, complex trauma, dissociation, and personality disorders. I would like to help you be able to identify the goals you would like to achieve to live a more desirable life. Once we have this goal established, we will work together to identify new coping skills to address situations that feel distressing to you.
(651) 505-4380 View (651) 505-4380
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Kylie Ogorek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
I often utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and motivational interviewing with my clients.
My name is Kylie Ogorek. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Minnesota. I am passionate about working with clients who come from a variety of different backgrounds. My therapeutic approach is collaborative; I strive to show my clients empathy and compassion. I enjoy working with clients from a multitude of different backgrounds and ages. I am particularly interested in working with teens and young adults through all of life’s challenges. Anxiety and depression are two of the most common diagnoses I treat and work with.
I often utilize cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness and motivational interviewing with my clients.
My name is Kylie Ogorek. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker in the state of Minnesota. I am passionate about working with clients who come from a variety of different backgrounds. My therapeutic approach is collaborative; I strive to show my clients empathy and compassion. I enjoy working with clients from a multitude of different backgrounds and ages. I am particularly interested in working with teens and young adults through all of life’s challenges. Anxiety and depression are two of the most common diagnoses I treat and work with.
(651) 401-7624 View (651) 401-7624
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Hygge Counseling Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCC, NCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044  (Online Only)
I utilize a strength based, client-centered approach with components of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and DBT.
Christine Herzog is the founder of Hygge Counseling Services. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor in AZ, DE, MN & NM. Christine is trained in Perinatal mental health, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, early childhood mental health, and Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality. Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or having difficulty identifying your purpose? I provide a safe space for engaging in psychotherapy where individuals feel heard. I focus on meeting the needs of each client with coping skills for regulating mood, gaining awareness of triggers, and pursuing personal growth.
I utilize a strength based, client-centered approach with components of mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy and DBT.
Christine Herzog is the founder of Hygge Counseling Services. She is a licensed professional clinical counselor in AZ, DE, MN & NM. Christine is trained in Perinatal mental health, Child-Parent Psychotherapy, early childhood mental health, and Collaborative Assessment and Management of Suicidality. Are you feeling anxious, depressed, overwhelmed, stressed, angry, or having difficulty identifying your purpose? I provide a safe space for engaging in psychotherapy where individuals feel heard. I focus on meeting the needs of each client with coping skills for regulating mood, gaining awareness of triggers, and pursuing personal growth.
(505) 596-3050 View (505) 596-3050
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Jill Pritchard
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
Stressed? Experiencing life challenges? I am here to help. I am passionate about helping my clients live well despite stressful times and life challenges. When you are ready, I will help you navigate through those challenging times. Together, we will explore what is working well in your life and what could use some attention. We will work together to create a greater understanding of your unique self and your relationships with others. I am passionate about helping people live more authentically and create more meaningful connections in your relationships.
Stressed? Experiencing life challenges? I am here to help. I am passionate about helping my clients live well despite stressful times and life challenges. When you are ready, I will help you navigate through those challenging times. Together, we will explore what is working well in your life and what could use some attention. We will work together to create a greater understanding of your unique self and your relationships with others. I am passionate about helping people live more authentically and create more meaningful connections in your relationships.
(612) 223-6395 View (612) 223-6395
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Panoramic Perspectives Therapy and Training PA
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044
We have immediate openings for individual, couples, and family therapy. We can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings about your circumstances by providing an emotionally safe environment for you to be curious about barriers you might encounter. We explore negative mindsets that may be keeping you stuck and encourage self-care and compassion as you work to change those faulty beliefs, creating lasting change. We support you!
We have immediate openings for individual, couples, and family therapy. We can help you sort through your thoughts and feelings about your circumstances by providing an emotionally safe environment for you to be curious about barriers you might encounter. We explore negative mindsets that may be keeping you stuck and encourage self-care and compassion as you work to change those faulty beliefs, creating lasting change. We support you!
(952) 592-4454 x55044 View (952) 592-4454 x55044
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Shannon Amans
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Lakeville, MN 55044  (Online Only)
I believe therapy is not a “one-size fits all” approach, and that all individuals and families are unique in their experiences. Therefore, therapy is going to look different for each person and family. While many individuals seek support to address personal concerns, I focus on the individual within the context of a system to help address those concerns. I highlight how the systems we are all a part of (family, school, work, community) impact us, and how viewing ourselves as a product of our systems can promote the positive change we desire.
I believe therapy is not a “one-size fits all” approach, and that all individuals and families are unique in their experiences. Therefore, therapy is going to look different for each person and family. While many individuals seek support to address personal concerns, I focus on the individual within the context of a system to help address those concerns. I highlight how the systems we are all a part of (family, school, work, community) impact us, and how viewing ourselves as a product of our systems can promote the positive change we desire.
(534) 344-3897 View (534) 344-3897
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Sheila K Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lakeville, MN 55044
Waitlist for new clients
Many of our clients are challenged with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger and/or hopelessness. They might be experiencing relational problems, having trouble managing emotions, facing major decisions, and/or simply having trouble coping with everyday life. We offer freedom and encouragement to explore possibilities for change in a nonjudgmental environment. We can help you sort out your thoughts and feelings related to your biggest stressors and empower you to take action in addressing the issues you desire to work on.
Many of our clients are challenged with feelings of depression, anxiety, anger and/or hopelessness. They might be experiencing relational problems, having trouble managing emotions, facing major decisions, and/or simply having trouble coping with everyday life. We offer freedom and encouragement to explore possibilities for change in a nonjudgmental environment. We can help you sort out your thoughts and feelings related to your biggest stressors and empower you to take action in addressing the issues you desire to work on.
(952) 260-9729 x1 View (952) 260-9729 x1
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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.