Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists in Troutman, NC
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Betsy Karas
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MHDL, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
I utilize therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based approaches, focusing on assisting you in developing effective coping skills to help you meet your goals in therapy.
(ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) - Reaching out for help can be difficult, whether related to adjusting to life events, stressful situations, dealing with intense emotions, relationship problems. I hope to help you feel comfortable in develop a trusting relationship in an atmosphere where you feel acknowledged and understood, and to work with you in gaining skills to cope with difficulties you are experiencing. My goal is to help you realize your strengths and positive attributes, to gain the power to make changes you need or to cope with the things you cannot change, and to find ways to bring hope and contentment to your life.
I utilize therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness Based approaches, focusing on assisting you in developing effective coping skills to help you meet your goals in therapy.
(ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) - Reaching out for help can be difficult, whether related to adjusting to life events, stressful situations, dealing with intense emotions, relationship problems. I hope to help you feel comfortable in develop a trusting relationship in an atmosphere where you feel acknowledged and understood, and to work with you in gaining skills to cope with difficulties you are experiencing. My goal is to help you realize your strengths and positive attributes, to gain the power to make changes you need or to cope with the things you cannot change, and to find ways to bring hope and contentment to your life.
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I work with children, adolescents, and adults, ages five and up. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have five years' experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, and challenges with life transitions.
I work with children, adolescents, and adults, ages five and up. I specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy, and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy. I have five years' experience working with ADHD, anxiety, depression, OCD, and challenges with life transitions.
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Laura Bethany Bruce
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Troutman, NC 28166 (Online Only)
In addition to cognitive processing, I have experience practicing dialectical behavior therapy targeted to treat bipolar I, bipolar II, and borderline personality disorders.
Are you finding yourself in the “vicious cycle” of anxiety or depression? Do you feel like some days you are functioning on auto pilot? This can be incredibly draining. I have found that sometimes our experiences, whether good or bad, can shape the way our thought patterns affect our moods and decisions and too often these thought patterns tangle themselves in an ever-weaving web. I primarily practice from a cognitive processing perspective, which is intended to help you untangle that web and begin to remove yourself from the vicious cycle of maladaptive, anxiety and depression-invoking thoughts.
In addition to cognitive processing, I have experience practicing dialectical behavior therapy targeted to treat bipolar I, bipolar II, and borderline personality disorders.
Are you finding yourself in the “vicious cycle” of anxiety or depression? Do you feel like some days you are functioning on auto pilot? This can be incredibly draining. I have found that sometimes our experiences, whether good or bad, can shape the way our thought patterns affect our moods and decisions and too often these thought patterns tangle themselves in an ever-weaving web. I primarily practice from a cognitive processing perspective, which is intended to help you untangle that web and begin to remove yourself from the vicious cycle of maladaptive, anxiety and depression-invoking thoughts.
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Pamela Feuerstein is the Clinical Site Director for LifeStance Health in Mooresville, NC. Pamela has been working in the mental health field since 2008. She completed a Master's in Social Work from Kean University in Elizabeth, New Jersey in 2012 and continued on to achieve her clinical social work license (LCSW) in 2015. Pamela primarily uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies and Dialectical Behavior skills to inform her practice, working with conditions such as depression, anxiety and co-occurring disorders. Pamela has worked with all ages in both outpatient and higher level of care settings.
Pamela Feuerstein is the Clinical Site Director for LifeStance Health in Mooresville, NC. Pamela has been working in the mental health field since 2008. She completed a Master's in Social Work from Kean University in Elizabeth, New Jersey in 2012 and continued on to achieve her clinical social work license (LCSW) in 2015. Pamela primarily uses a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy strategies and Dialectical Behavior skills to inform her practice, working with conditions such as depression, anxiety and co-occurring disorders. Pamela has worked with all ages in both outpatient and higher level of care settings.
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Turning Point Family Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCMHC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
Turning Point Family Services offers a variety of outpatient services. These services include individual and family therapy, group therapy, comprehensive clinical assessments, and psychiatric medication management. These services are customized to meet the needs of the children and families that we serve, and can be conducted via telehealth as well.
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Toni Bethea-Byrd
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166 (Online Only)
Hello! My name is Toni Bethea-Byrd and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. During the last 14 years, I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, and family relations issues. I combine different therapeutic approaches based on the client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, and solution-focused therapy. I would be a good match for anyone interested in a counselor who provides a safe space for all individuals.
Hello! My name is Toni Bethea-Byrd and I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor. During the last 14 years, I have worked with individuals with a wide range of concerns including depression, mood disorders, and family relations issues. I combine different therapeutic approaches based on the client's presenting concerns, goals, and motivation, such as cognitive-behavioral, brief therapy, mindfulness, client-centered, and solution-focused therapy. I would be a good match for anyone interested in a counselor who provides a safe space for all individuals.
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Ashley Bagwell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC, MEd
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Ashley Bagwell is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from Winthrop University with a Master of Education in clinical mental health counseling. Ashley believes in the ability for the client to choose their path, manage expectations, and learn to control thoughts and feelings in order to experience happiness and develop lasting relationships.
Ashley Bagwell is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who has been practicing since 2015. She graduated from Winthrop University with a Master of Education in clinical mental health counseling. Ashley believes in the ability for the client to choose their path, manage expectations, and learn to control thoughts and feelings in order to experience happiness and develop lasting relationships.
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Cassidy Sterling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in North Carolina with four years of experience. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and Master’s Degree in Social Work from Western Kentucky University. Cassidy believes in creating a safe, supportive, and trusting relationship with her clients to help them grow and adapt, in order to live a happy and healthy life. In her spare time, Cassidy enjoys listening to live music, exploring nature, spending time with family and friends, and playing with her lab puppy, Bentley.
Cassidy Sterling is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in North Carolina with four years of experience. She earned her Bachelor’s Degree in Social Work and Master’s Degree in Social Work from Western Kentucky University. Cassidy believes in creating a safe, supportive, and trusting relationship with her clients to help them grow and adapt, in order to live a happy and healthy life. In her spare time, Cassidy enjoys listening to live music, exploring nature, spending time with family and friends, and playing with her lab puppy, Bentley.
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I am an advocate for empowering secret-holders to let go of their burdens to create new freedom. Whether it's dealing with the shame of substance abuse issues, fear surrounding sexual identity concerns, underlying dread from childhood traumas, or ongoing guilt of forgotten crimes from the past. I offer a safe space to put your hurt story to rest. Working together, we create a new story that gives you authenticity, community, and possibility. I combine 5-years of experience with substance abuse counseling with 7-years of experience collaborating with people confronted by childhood trauma, anxiety, depression and other diagnoses.
I am an advocate for empowering secret-holders to let go of their burdens to create new freedom. Whether it's dealing with the shame of substance abuse issues, fear surrounding sexual identity concerns, underlying dread from childhood traumas, or ongoing guilt of forgotten crimes from the past. I offer a safe space to put your hurt story to rest. Working together, we create a new story that gives you authenticity, community, and possibility. I combine 5-years of experience with substance abuse counseling with 7-years of experience collaborating with people confronted by childhood trauma, anxiety, depression and other diagnoses.
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Stephanie Holmes
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from GardnerWebb University with a Master's and Education Specialist degree (MA/EdS) in Mental Health Counseling. Stephanie approaches the counseling relationship with a genuine intent to understand individual needs as she collaborates with clients to generate goals for life changes. She views therapy as an opportunity for people to learn more about themselves and their role in the context of relationships.
Stephanie is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (LCMHC) and National Certified Counselor (NCC), who has been practicing since 2018. She graduated from GardnerWebb University with a Master's and Education Specialist degree (MA/EdS) in Mental Health Counseling. Stephanie approaches the counseling relationship with a genuine intent to understand individual needs as she collaborates with clients to generate goals for life changes. She views therapy as an opportunity for people to learn more about themselves and their role in the context of relationships.
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Daniel Harmon
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCLMHCA
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Daniel is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who obtained his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lenior-Rhyne University and Bachelor of Science from Gardner-Webb University. He believes an individual and their challenges should be viewed from a holistic perspective. Daniel seeks to help clients gain a broader understanding of their lives. He provides a safe space to better understand yourself, overcome your challenges, and give you the tools to achieve positive mental health both in the present and future. He is committed to fostering the progress within you that reflects your own values and goals.
Daniel is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor who obtained his Master of Arts in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Lenior-Rhyne University and Bachelor of Science from Gardner-Webb University. He believes an individual and their challenges should be viewed from a holistic perspective. Daniel seeks to help clients gain a broader understanding of their lives. He provides a safe space to better understand yourself, overcome your challenges, and give you the tools to achieve positive mental health both in the present and future. He is committed to fostering the progress within you that reflects your own values and goals.
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Elizabeth Webb, LMHCA, Elizabeth Webb is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2022. She was born in Pensacola, FL but raised in Statesville, NC. Elizabeth received her Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC. Elizabeth assists and empowers clients through interventions and strategies with individual psychotherapy through a very client centered approach. She tends to use an integrative approach that uses a combination of different theories to best fit the need of the client.
Elizabeth Webb, LMHCA, Elizabeth Webb is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2022. She was born in Pensacola, FL but raised in Statesville, NC. Elizabeth received her Bachelor's in Exercise Science and Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Catawba College in Salisbury, NC. Elizabeth assists and empowers clients through interventions and strategies with individual psychotherapy through a very client centered approach. She tends to use an integrative approach that uses a combination of different theories to best fit the need of the client.
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Melissa Davis
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
I'm Melissa Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and have been practicing for 10 years. I specialize in the area of trauma and specifically, have expertise in working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. If not doing therapy, I like to practice yoga and I like to cook.
I'm Melissa Davis. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and have been practicing for 10 years. I specialize in the area of trauma and specifically, have expertise in working with survivors of domestic violence and sexual assault. If not doing therapy, I like to practice yoga and I like to cook.
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David Anderson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. He received his M. A. (2022) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte and his B. A (2007) in Business Management (with a minor in Entrepreneur Studies) from the University of New Haven. We are people first, before we or society starts labeling us. The power of active listening is a necessity in order to meet people where they are at. David can help them get to where they want to be. Everyone's life has meaning, and it is worthwhile to find their purpose.
David Anderson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2021. He received his M. A. (2022) in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from the University of North Carolina-Charlotte and his B. A (2007) in Business Management (with a minor in Entrepreneur Studies) from the University of New Haven. We are people first, before we or society starts labeling us. The power of active listening is a necessity in order to meet people where they are at. David can help them get to where they want to be. Everyone's life has meaning, and it is worthwhile to find their purpose.
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Rhonda Flowers-Corpening Ph.d.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I believe in the three (3) C’s of life: CHOICE, CHANCE, AND CHANGE! I believe that you must make the CHOICE to take the CHANCE that will cause your life to CHANGE! If needed, let me help you embrace the positive and creative possibilities of life. I am passionate, yet direct in my therapeutic approach to empowering people to believe that a journey of a thousand miles begins with taking the first step.
I believe in the three (3) C’s of life: CHOICE, CHANCE, AND CHANGE! I believe that you must make the CHOICE to take the CHANCE that will cause your life to CHANGE! If needed, let me help you embrace the positive and creative possibilities of life. I am passionate, yet direct in my therapeutic approach to empowering people to believe that a journey of a thousand miles begins with taking the first step.
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Debbie Parrott
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, RYT
Verified Verified
Mooresville, NC 28117
I am intensively trained by Behavioral Tech in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and am a Level 2 Internal Family Systems therapist.
Helping people navigate life's challenges is my passion. I believe in relationships, and enjoy working with clients to help them develop healthier connections within themselves, with friends and family, and with society. I also take a particular interest in teaching clients coping skills to manage their distress, including mindfulness and yoga. I am experienced in guiding individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, grieving difficulties, life transitions/divorce, substance abuse, and trauma. I'm able to connect compassionately with resistant adolescents and teach their parents more effective ways to understand and support them through those often tumultuous years.
I am intensively trained by Behavioral Tech in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) and am a Level 2 Internal Family Systems therapist.
Helping people navigate life's challenges is my passion. I believe in relationships, and enjoy working with clients to help them develop healthier connections within themselves, with friends and family, and with society. I also take a particular interest in teaching clients coping skills to manage their distress, including mindfulness and yoga. I am experienced in guiding individuals, couples, and families through relationship challenges, grieving difficulties, life transitions/divorce, substance abuse, and trauma. I'm able to connect compassionately with resistant adolescents and teach their parents more effective ways to understand and support them through those often tumultuous years.
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Toni Mason
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28115
I also integrate DBT skills and Gottman techniques as well.
"We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." - Albert Einstein. If you are someone who is looking for a change in your life or who desires a new perspective, you are exactly where you are supposed to be. Recognizing and changing old patterns can be difficult work but you don't have take that journey alone. People who find my style of counseling most useful tend to appreciate a gentle but direct approach. My specialties include older adults (60+), veterans, domestic violence survivors, couples and folx in LGBTQIA+ community (including polyamory/ethical non-monogamy).
I also integrate DBT skills and Gottman techniques as well.
"We cannot solve our problems with the same thinking we used when we created them." - Albert Einstein. If you are someone who is looking for a change in your life or who desires a new perspective, you are exactly where you are supposed to be. Recognizing and changing old patterns can be difficult work but you don't have take that journey alone. People who find my style of counseling most useful tend to appreciate a gentle but direct approach. My specialties include older adults (60+), veterans, domestic violence survivors, couples and folx in LGBTQIA+ community (including polyamory/ethical non-monogamy).
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Grimes Effective Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
14 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28115
We have 20 years of experience with the evidenced based treatment, DBT, for clients struggling with emotion dysregulation, interpersonal ineffectiveness, are unable to tolerate distress, and lack mindfulness skills.
We believe that you are worthy and capable of living a life that you love. We feel honored to hold space and empower our clients to become their best selves. Life is meant to be lived, not merely survived. We have dedicated ourselves and our practice to providing treatment that brings relief for our clients. It is vital that treatment goes to the root concern to create lasting positive change. You already have so many innate strengths and gifts. Our team of therapists are committed to helping you harness those strengths and will provide resources for resilience, growth, and deep self-acceptance.
We have 20 years of experience with the evidenced based treatment, DBT, for clients struggling with emotion dysregulation, interpersonal ineffectiveness, are unable to tolerate distress, and lack mindfulness skills.
We believe that you are worthy and capable of living a life that you love. We feel honored to hold space and empower our clients to become their best selves. Life is meant to be lived, not merely survived. We have dedicated ourselves and our practice to providing treatment that brings relief for our clients. It is vital that treatment goes to the root concern to create lasting positive change. You already have so many innate strengths and gifts. Our team of therapists are committed to helping you harness those strengths and will provide resources for resilience, growth, and deep self-acceptance.
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I utilize an eclectic treatment approach which may include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Parenting Program, Play Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing to help children, adolescents, and adults overcome and manage their symptoms of anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, emotion regulation, ADHD, and adjustment.
Do you find yourself wondering throughout the day about situations or events that will happen the next day which cause you to feel upset? If you are parenting your kids well enough? Lacking healthy and appropriate relationships with others? Scrolling google, tik tok, and instagram to find the "fix"? I would like to help you! Sometimes in life things get difficult, relationships change, and you grow. let me allow you to explore these things in a safe place. My passion is to help children, adolescents, and adults overcome and manage their symptoms of anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, emotion regulation, ADHD, adjustment, and trauma.
I utilize an eclectic treatment approach which may include Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Positive Parenting Program, Play Therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing to help children, adolescents, and adults overcome and manage their symptoms of anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, emotion regulation, ADHD, and adjustment.
Do you find yourself wondering throughout the day about situations or events that will happen the next day which cause you to feel upset? If you are parenting your kids well enough? Lacking healthy and appropriate relationships with others? Scrolling google, tik tok, and instagram to find the "fix"? I would like to help you! Sometimes in life things get difficult, relationships change, and you grow. let me allow you to explore these things in a safe place. My passion is to help children, adolescents, and adults overcome and manage their symptoms of anxiety, self-esteem, parenting, emotion regulation, ADHD, adjustment, and trauma.
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Kristin F. Hepler
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LCMHCS, LCAS, CCS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Mooresville, NC 28115
Kristin utilizes CBT, DBT, EMDR, brief-solution focused and reality therapy.
Professional Experience Makes a Difference. Kristin F. Hepler is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Supervisor, Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor with more than 19 years experience in treating individuals with mental health and substance use issues. Kristin strives to create a safe, open and relaxed atmosphere that allows individuals to explore and learn new coping strategies for what brought them into therapy. Kristin utilizes a variety of techniques and interventions in therapy as there is no ‘one size fits all.’
Kristin utilizes CBT, DBT, EMDR, brief-solution focused and reality therapy.
Professional Experience Makes a Difference. Kristin F. Hepler is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and Supervisor, Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist, and Certified Clinical Supervisor with more than 19 years experience in treating individuals with mental health and substance use issues. Kristin strives to create a safe, open and relaxed atmosphere that allows individuals to explore and learn new coping strategies for what brought them into therapy. Kristin utilizes a variety of techniques and interventions in therapy as there is no ‘one size fits all.’
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Dialectical Behavior (DBT) Therapists
Who is DBT for?
Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) is designed for people who experience extreme emotional suffering because they lack the skills of emotion regulation and distress tolerance. The basic affliction can underlie a wide range of conditions, from borderline and other personality disorders to PTSD and treatment-resistant anxiety and depression. The therapy is helpful to those whose emotional reactivity is so intense it is disruptive to everyday functioning and leads to frequent crises.
Why do people need DBT?
The ability to regulate emotions is a core psychological skill that enables people to function in life and pay attention to the world outside themselves; it is consistently associated with well-being. DBT is designed to help people learn how to manage and regulate their emotions. Originally developed to treat people with borderline personality disorder whose extreme emotional suffering led to self-harming behavior and suicide attempts, the therapy is now applied to other conditions involving emotion dysregulation, particularly when other treatments have failed.
What happens in DBT?
Individuals meet weekly with their therapist to discuss their experiences relating to moods, behavior, and skills. Using checklists they maintain, they review emotional experiences and positive practices they engage in. The diaries help individuals discern what led up to a specific problem encountered, this is followed by discussion of the consequences of their actions. In addition, individuals may meet in class-like small groups to learn skills such as mindfulness, emotion regulation and distress tolerance.
How long does DBT last?
Because it is intended to establish long-lasting behavioral change among those with persistent problems, DBT is designed to last six months to a year. DBT includes both weekly sessions of individual therapy and weekly skills-training sessions conducted in small groups. Studies of DBT have documented improvement within a year of treatment, particularly in controlling self-harmful behavior; nevertheless, individuals may require therapy for several years.