Behavioral Issues Therapists in Roseville, MN
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Taylor Degen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113
Waitlist for new clients
I work with children ages 0-10 who are coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, Autism and emotional and behavior concerns. In my sessions, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including play, art, sand, and family involvement. I work with divorced families in offering co-parting sessions and helping children work through this transition. I work to support the entire family system on this journey together.
I work with children ages 0-10 who are coping with anxiety, depression, trauma, ADHD, Autism and emotional and behavior concerns. In my sessions, I use a variety of therapeutic techniques including play, art, sand, and family involvement. I work with divorced families in offering co-parting sessions and helping children work through this transition. I work to support the entire family system on this journey together.
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Hector Rene Matascastillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
I am trained in DBT, EMDR (Certified Therapist, Approved Consultant and Trainer), and developed batterer intervention programs. Most of my work deals with the effects of trauma in people's lives and it's behavioral manifestations. The clients I treat vary in issues, from individual to family issues, and from seemingly simple to highly complex cases. My strengths are mostly in the area of stabilizing clients to be able to do their trauma work and then improve their relationships. We want to stop suffering and live the abundant life. A life of joy. A life worth living.
I am trained in DBT, EMDR (Certified Therapist, Approved Consultant and Trainer), and developed batterer intervention programs. Most of my work deals with the effects of trauma in people's lives and it's behavioral manifestations. The clients I treat vary in issues, from individual to family issues, and from seemingly simple to highly complex cases. My strengths are mostly in the area of stabilizing clients to be able to do their trauma work and then improve their relationships. We want to stop suffering and live the abundant life. A life of joy. A life worth living.
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Sondra Decker Fruzzetti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113 (Online Only)
I am committed to working with clients to help them feel more energetic, satisfied with achievements, secure in relationships, and positive about the future. At times life experiences may overwhelm and discourage us. We may be grieving losses and past mistakes. If you deal with anxiety, depression, stress - you may feel vulnerable instead of resilient, focused on past trauma experiences/regrets, on fears for the future. I provide guidance and support as you explore and change habits of thought and behavior to improve relationships, to access natural resilience, to achieve a greater sense of personal security and self-confidence.
I am committed to working with clients to help them feel more energetic, satisfied with achievements, secure in relationships, and positive about the future. At times life experiences may overwhelm and discourage us. We may be grieving losses and past mistakes. If you deal with anxiety, depression, stress - you may feel vulnerable instead of resilient, focused on past trauma experiences/regrets, on fears for the future. I provide guidance and support as you explore and change habits of thought and behavior to improve relationships, to access natural resilience, to achieve a greater sense of personal security and self-confidence.
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CHILDREN (12+) ADOLESCENTS ADULTS INDIVIDUAL THERAPY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING FOR: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression and Life Adjustment issues. Extensive experience working with parents, schools, county social workers/case managers, primary care physicians, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners and therapists. Individual therapy using a cognitive/behavioral skills training and/or behavioral approach.
CHILDREN (12+) ADOLESCENTS ADULTS INDIVIDUAL THERAPY AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING FOR: Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, Intellectual Disabilities, Anxiety, Depression and Life Adjustment issues. Extensive experience working with parents, schools, county social workers/case managers, primary care physicians, psychiatrists, nurse practitioners and therapists. Individual therapy using a cognitive/behavioral skills training and/or behavioral approach.
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You are not alone and now is the best time to take the step toward a healthier you! As a client, you can expect to be validated, supported, encouraged, and at times challenged. As a client, you will have a partner with you, as we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness, and Self-care approaches to make improvements. At Transformation Counseling, you are welcome and we will work together to help bring peace and self-compassion into your life. Significant change is possible and now is the time to take the first step toward claiming it.
You are not alone and now is the best time to take the step toward a healthier you! As a client, you can expect to be validated, supported, encouraged, and at times challenged. As a client, you will have a partner with you, as we use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), EMDR, Mindfulness, and Self-care approaches to make improvements. At Transformation Counseling, you are welcome and we will work together to help bring peace and self-compassion into your life. Significant change is possible and now is the time to take the first step toward claiming it.
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My work comes from an integrative approach, meaning I use techniques offered in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and interpersonal approaches.
Everyone has periods in their life when they struggle, and often there are layers of contributing factors. My goal when working with people in therapy is to help them build their autonomy, whether that means finding ways to peel away the layers, build a toolkit of skills to help manage their symptoms and experiences, or find the meaning behind their struggles and reassign new meaning that works better for them. If you are struggling, or if you would like to know more, please contact me and we can get started! You are a consumer, and if you feel we are not a good fit, I am more than happy to help you find someone who works better!
My work comes from an integrative approach, meaning I use techniques offered in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and interpersonal approaches.
Everyone has periods in their life when they struggle, and often there are layers of contributing factors. My goal when working with people in therapy is to help them build their autonomy, whether that means finding ways to peel away the layers, build a toolkit of skills to help manage their symptoms and experiences, or find the meaning behind their struggles and reassign new meaning that works better for them. If you are struggling, or if you would like to know more, please contact me and we can get started! You are a consumer, and if you feel we are not a good fit, I am more than happy to help you find someone who works better!
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I work with teens, adults, and families who are facing challenges associated with emotional wellness who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, trauma, or other issues that are interfering with satisfaction and enjoyment in life. I work with patients as a collaborative, supportive partner to improve mental health and overall well being. My therapeutic approaches integrate cognitive, behavioral, and insight focused therapies. I provide counseling care to individuals, couples, and families in a safe environment. I treat the whole person - emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
I work with teens, adults, and families who are facing challenges associated with emotional wellness who are struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, trauma, or other issues that are interfering with satisfaction and enjoyment in life. I work with patients as a collaborative, supportive partner to improve mental health and overall well being. My therapeutic approaches integrate cognitive, behavioral, and insight focused therapies. I provide counseling care to individuals, couples, and families in a safe environment. I treat the whole person - emotionally, physically, and spiritually.
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I have training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, panic attacks/disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and autism; I also specialize in immigrant and refugee mental health. I utilize several modalities, including ACT and DBT, and I am currently an EMDR therapist in training. I am bilingual and can provide therapy services in Spanish and English, including EMDR therapy. I enjoy working with people ages 10 and older.
I have training in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT), and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) therapy.
I have experience working with individuals with anxiety, panic attacks/disorders, depression, PTSD, ADHD, and autism; I also specialize in immigrant and refugee mental health. I utilize several modalities, including ACT and DBT, and I am currently an EMDR therapist in training. I am bilingual and can provide therapy services in Spanish and English, including EMDR therapy. I enjoy working with people ages 10 and older.
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Twin Cities Mental Health & Couples Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAT, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113
My systemic, non-judgmental, holistic and integrative process integrates family structure, relationship dynamics, specific cognitive- behavioral, experiential, Internal family systems, EMDR and spirituality/mindfulness approaches.
I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, & families to help them cultivate a deeper self-awareness, discover new ways of expression, transform dysfunctional patterns, have more satisfying relationships and ensue a more meaningful life. Research has shown having purpose and meaning in life increases overall wellbeing and life satisfaction, improves mental and physical health, enhances resiliency and self-esteem, and decreases the chances of depression.
My systemic, non-judgmental, holistic and integrative process integrates family structure, relationship dynamics, specific cognitive- behavioral, experiential, Internal family systems, EMDR and spirituality/mindfulness approaches.
I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, & families to help them cultivate a deeper self-awareness, discover new ways of expression, transform dysfunctional patterns, have more satisfying relationships and ensue a more meaningful life. Research has shown having purpose and meaning in life increases overall wellbeing and life satisfaction, improves mental and physical health, enhances resiliency and self-esteem, and decreases the chances of depression.
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In addition, I have specialized in working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and disorders related to childhood trauma and neglect (as well as traumas endured in adulthood) including PTSD and Dissociative Identity Disorder and all realted disorders/symptoms.
If you are unhappy, struggling with life's challenges, feel like you are not reaching your potential, have difficulty in managing relationships or feel like there is something seriously wrong, we can work together to figure out what's wrong and work on solutions. I have over 15 years of clinical experience. I have siginificant experience in treating mood disorders including Depression and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders and eating disorders.
In addition, I have specialized in working with individuals with Borderline Personality Disorder using Dialectical Behavior Therapy and disorders related to childhood trauma and neglect (as well as traumas endured in adulthood) including PTSD and Dissociative Identity Disorder and all realted disorders/symptoms.
If you are unhappy, struggling with life's challenges, feel like you are not reaching your potential, have difficulty in managing relationships or feel like there is something seriously wrong, we can work together to figure out what's wrong and work on solutions. I have over 15 years of clinical experience. I have siginificant experience in treating mood disorders including Depression and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders and eating disorders.
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Sharon Stein McNamara Ed.D. Psychology Inc.
Psychologist, EdD, LP
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
I work with individuals to help reduce conflict in mind, body and behavior.
You can make the change you want. And I can help. I can assist you in transforming negative and destructive thoughts and behavior into more helpful and compassionate responses. I start with assessing your particular patterns that are self-defeating to what you would like to change in your life. Then I design a program to help you change these behaviors and cope with your existing situation. This mindfulness-based therapy emphasizes working together to help you with depression, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and chronic or emotional pain; resolve relationship issues; or recover from trauma and grief.
I work with individuals to help reduce conflict in mind, body and behavior.
You can make the change you want. And I can help. I can assist you in transforming negative and destructive thoughts and behavior into more helpful and compassionate responses. I start with assessing your particular patterns that are self-defeating to what you would like to change in your life. Then I design a program to help you change these behaviors and cope with your existing situation. This mindfulness-based therapy emphasizes working together to help you with depression, anxiety, addictions, eating disorders, and chronic or emotional pain; resolve relationship issues; or recover from trauma and grief.
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I specialize in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and offer state certified DBT IOP (intensive outpatient programing) services for both young adults (18-23) and adolescents and their families (12-18).
I enjoy working with teens and young adults that have intense emotions, struggle with relationships, communication, and managing urges/impulsivity. I have a passion for DBT and love teaching to increase skillfulness in areas of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. When you know better, you can do better—we don't know what we don't know. Building a life you like when in pain isn't easy and you can do hard things. I want to help you build the life you want—whatever that is. "People underestimate their capacity for change. There is never a right time to do a difficult thing". -John Porter
I specialize in Dialectic Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and offer state certified DBT IOP (intensive outpatient programing) services for both young adults (18-23) and adolescents and their families (12-18).
I enjoy working with teens and young adults that have intense emotions, struggle with relationships, communication, and managing urges/impulsivity. I have a passion for DBT and love teaching to increase skillfulness in areas of mindfulness, distress tolerance, emotion regulation and interpersonal effectiveness. When you know better, you can do better—we don't know what we don't know. Building a life you like when in pain isn't easy and you can do hard things. I want to help you build the life you want—whatever that is. "People underestimate their capacity for change. There is never a right time to do a difficult thing". -John Porter
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Marit Appeldoorn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113
Waitlist for new clients
I am a clinical social worker and supervisor with over 25 years of experience providing respectful, collaborative support to individual adults, children, and families. Although I welcome clients with a wide range of concerns, some areas of my expertise include integrating mindfulness and working with concerns such as ADHD, anxiety and/or depression, adoption,attachment, play therapy, relationship issues, parenting, trauma of all kinds, burnout/depletion, and supervision and consultation for therapists. Please contact me (email is preferred) if you'd like to learn more about my practice.I look forward to speaking with you!
I am a clinical social worker and supervisor with over 25 years of experience providing respectful, collaborative support to individual adults, children, and families. Although I welcome clients with a wide range of concerns, some areas of my expertise include integrating mindfulness and working with concerns such as ADHD, anxiety and/or depression, adoption,attachment, play therapy, relationship issues, parenting, trauma of all kinds, burnout/depletion, and supervision and consultation for therapists. Please contact me (email is preferred) if you'd like to learn more about my practice.I look forward to speaking with you!
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If you are struggling with feeling stuck, hopeless, or overwhelmed, therapy may be exactly what you need. Within the therapeutic relationship, you will find nonjudgmental acceptance, an empathetic listener, and compassion for every part of your life story. In working together, I believe that we can untangle some of the thoughts, fears, and challenges that may be holding you back from your greatest potential.
If you are struggling with feeling stuck, hopeless, or overwhelmed, therapy may be exactly what you need. Within the therapeutic relationship, you will find nonjudgmental acceptance, an empathetic listener, and compassion for every part of your life story. In working together, I believe that we can untangle some of the thoughts, fears, and challenges that may be holding you back from your greatest potential.
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Nic Howe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113
I believe in the inherent glory, beauty, and strength within each individual. While this may sound idealistic, it's undeniable that our lives often encompass brokenness, pain, darkness, and shame, which can obscure our true essence. My mission is to guide you through understanding your personal narrative or "mythos" that has sculpted your identity. This involves exploring your self-perception, spiritual beliefs, and interactions with the world. I am committed to journeying with you through the depths of pain and darkness to uncover the profound truth of our existence - that we are intimately known and cherished by God.
I believe in the inherent glory, beauty, and strength within each individual. While this may sound idealistic, it's undeniable that our lives often encompass brokenness, pain, darkness, and shame, which can obscure our true essence. My mission is to guide you through understanding your personal narrative or "mythos" that has sculpted your identity. This involves exploring your self-perception, spiritual beliefs, and interactions with the world. I am committed to journeying with you through the depths of pain and darkness to uncover the profound truth of our existence - that we are intimately known and cherished by God.
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Kyla Reinholdson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113 (Online Only)
Do you feel unseen? Unheard? Overwhelmed? Hopeless? Anxious? Perhaps tired? Do you feel you’re not where you want to be or maybe you don’t recognize yourself anymore? Do you feel like something needs to change but you don't know where to start? Life is a journey of many highs and lows, it gets heavy, cloudy, exhausting and confusing. I want to help you improve the quality of your life by helping you examine yourself, your relationships, skills and strengths.
Do you feel unseen? Unheard? Overwhelmed? Hopeless? Anxious? Perhaps tired? Do you feel you’re not where you want to be or maybe you don’t recognize yourself anymore? Do you feel like something needs to change but you don't know where to start? Life is a journey of many highs and lows, it gets heavy, cloudy, exhausting and confusing. I want to help you improve the quality of your life by helping you examine yourself, your relationships, skills and strengths.
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Kevin Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113 (Online Only)
I see individuals and couples. One of my strengths as a therapist is working respectfully with men who would rather not be in therapy. I understand why many men are skeptical about therapy, or uncomfortable talking about feelings, and I do not get judgmental or impatient about this. Men who are concerned that in couple therapy they might be ganged up on and blamed will find that I don't this, to them or their partner. And of course, I also enjoy working with women, and with men who are comfortable with therapy!
I see individuals and couples. One of my strengths as a therapist is working respectfully with men who would rather not be in therapy. I understand why many men are skeptical about therapy, or uncomfortable talking about feelings, and I do not get judgmental or impatient about this. Men who are concerned that in couple therapy they might be ganged up on and blamed will find that I don't this, to them or their partner. And of course, I also enjoy working with women, and with men who are comfortable with therapy!
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Samantha Hinderks
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55113
Waitlist for new clients
Not currently accepting new clients.
Not currently accepting new clients.
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Are you unsure whether you need mental health support? Life Curation, PLLC has over 13 years of experience and is offering 5 FREE SESSIONS through the Mental Health Wellness Program at https://borislhensonfoundation.org/mwsp-free-virtual-therapy-support. Get approved the same day! Between the pandemic, war, pandemic fatigue, chronic stress and the loss of over 2 years, needing some support may be an understatement. Life Coaching doe NOT require a diagnosis and starts at just $50 per session. Sometimes you just need a safe space to be you, unapologetically you. Come as you are. Telehealth from the car, on lunch break, anywhere!
Are you unsure whether you need mental health support? Life Curation, PLLC has over 13 years of experience and is offering 5 FREE SESSIONS through the Mental Health Wellness Program at https://borislhensonfoundation.org/mwsp-free-virtual-therapy-support. Get approved the same day! Between the pandemic, war, pandemic fatigue, chronic stress and the loss of over 2 years, needing some support may be an understatement. Life Coaching doe NOT require a diagnosis and starts at just $50 per session. Sometimes you just need a safe space to be you, unapologetically you. Come as you are. Telehealth from the car, on lunch break, anywhere!
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Rebecca Bowers
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55113
I believe that the best therapy is radically empathetic, that all people hold the innate capacity for healing, and that courage and strength are discovered when people are allowed the space to express and release emotional pain. I use relational, evidence based approaches and work collaboratively with my clients to target the issues most challenging to them. The approaches I use vary and are dependent on the needs of the individual, family, or couple that I'm working with, modalities include DBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, psychodynamic and attachment theory.
I believe that the best therapy is radically empathetic, that all people hold the innate capacity for healing, and that courage and strength are discovered when people are allowed the space to express and release emotional pain. I use relational, evidence based approaches and work collaboratively with my clients to target the issues most challenging to them. The approaches I use vary and are dependent on the needs of the individual, family, or couple that I'm working with, modalities include DBT, TF-CBT, EMDR, psychodynamic and attachment theory.
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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.