Behavioral Issues Therapists in Hopewell Junction, NY
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Michael Stanet
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who are experiencing school, legal, and behavioral problems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience providing treatment to children, families, and adults struggling with issues related to mental health and substance abuse. In my therapy practice I provide a safe and supportive environment for people to talk about their troubles and help them develop solutions that will work for their individual situation. I strongly believe that a therapist’s primary role is to work in partnership with their client, to empower their client to achieve the goals they have identified.
I have extensive experience working with children and adolescents who are experiencing school, legal, and behavioral problems.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 14 years of experience providing treatment to children, families, and adults struggling with issues related to mental health and substance abuse. In my therapy practice I provide a safe and supportive environment for people to talk about their troubles and help them develop solutions that will work for their individual situation. I strongly believe that a therapist’s primary role is to work in partnership with their client, to empower their client to achieve the goals they have identified.
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Charles Colclough
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
My modalities include the following: Individual Psychotherapy, Substance Use Disorder counseling, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Motivational Intervewing techniques.
My name is Charles Colclough. I am a Clinical Psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience working with patient's to improve their overall functioning. I view the theraputic process as a journey, one ventures on with another individual(s) to accomplish goals and achieve their full potential in life.
My modalities include the following: Individual Psychotherapy, Substance Use Disorder counseling, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, and Motivational Intervewing techniques.
My name is Charles Colclough. I am a Clinical Psychotherapist with over 18 years of experience working with patient's to improve their overall functioning. I view the theraputic process as a journey, one ventures on with another individual(s) to accomplish goals and achieve their full potential in life.
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Your child is struggling in school, at home, or with their peers. They may have difficulty focusing, managing their emotions, or making friends. They may get angry or frustrated easily or experience anxiety in different situations or environments. You notice that your child's emotions and behavior are challenging and may be impacting your entire family. You may have tried different ways to support your child and often end up in a power struggle and feeling helpless or hopeless. You are looking for support for your child so that they can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially and reach their full potential.
Your child is struggling in school, at home, or with their peers. They may have difficulty focusing, managing their emotions, or making friends. They may get angry or frustrated easily or experience anxiety in different situations or environments. You notice that your child's emotions and behavior are challenging and may be impacting your entire family. You may have tried different ways to support your child and often end up in a power struggle and feeling helpless or hopeless. You are looking for support for your child so that they can thrive academically, emotionally, and socially and reach their full potential.
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Melissa Bianchini
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Let's face it, families struggle & face challenges but there are times you feel your children & challenges are beyond what most would consider normal. You hear others talk about their experiences with their children & you know that it's never been like that for you. The issues they are having at school, with peers & at home are impacting your mental clarity, relationships & lust for life. You don't know who to ask for help; nor who to trust. It leaves you feeling angry, scared, resentful, & ultimately alone. You don't know if therapy can help, but you're willing to do whatever it takes.
Let's face it, families struggle & face challenges but there are times you feel your children & challenges are beyond what most would consider normal. You hear others talk about their experiences with their children & you know that it's never been like that for you. The issues they are having at school, with peers & at home are impacting your mental clarity, relationships & lust for life. You don't know who to ask for help; nor who to trust. It leaves you feeling angry, scared, resentful, & ultimately alone. You don't know if therapy can help, but you're willing to do whatever it takes.
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Do you have difficulty making decisions- little ones or big ones? For five decades as a counselor, author and innovator, I have helped clients feel better, think better and have better relationships. My work guides people toward choosing- then achieving what they want, rather than just trying to "manage" problems. Using cutting-edge tools, I lead clients to where positive states are expressed in their bodies, then build the skill sets they will need to hold that somatic form through time, as they make useful, life-enhancing decisions. Call for appointment : 845-226-2356. Visit website: www.drrandywgreen.com (newly-revised)
Do you have difficulty making decisions- little ones or big ones? For five decades as a counselor, author and innovator, I have helped clients feel better, think better and have better relationships. My work guides people toward choosing- then achieving what they want, rather than just trying to "manage" problems. Using cutting-edge tools, I lead clients to where positive states are expressed in their bodies, then build the skill sets they will need to hold that somatic form through time, as they make useful, life-enhancing decisions. Call for appointment : 845-226-2356. Visit website: www.drrandywgreen.com (newly-revised)
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Nicole Cotto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (Online Only)
“Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” Healing from trauma is a journey; a journey I would be honored to be on with you. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults who may have suffered from a trauma in their life, such as physical, sexual or emotional abuse, domestic violence, chronic illnesses, etc. I also work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and transitions in their lives. I work with moms in both pre- and postpartum, as well as throughout to work with the challenges that accompany motherhood.
“Healing doesn’t mean the damage never existed. It means the damage no longer controls our lives.” Healing from trauma is a journey; a journey I would be honored to be on with you. My experience is working with children, adolescents and adults who may have suffered from a trauma in their life, such as physical, sexual or emotional abuse, domestic violence, chronic illnesses, etc. I also work with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety and transitions in their lives. I work with moms in both pre- and postpartum, as well as throughout to work with the challenges that accompany motherhood.
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Jessica Marie Dominguez-Bishop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (Online Only)
Open to helping clients searching for a safe place to explore what they want to get out of their life journey as well as a creative working space to deal with life's challenges with me as your guide to the direction you are looking to go. Client's who have the goals of better understanding their past selves to move forward to their future self. I want to advocate for others and empower them on their journey.
Open to helping clients searching for a safe place to explore what they want to get out of their life journey as well as a creative working space to deal with life's challenges with me as your guide to the direction you are looking to go. Client's who have the goals of better understanding their past selves to move forward to their future self. I want to advocate for others and empower them on their journey.
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Naomi Alexandra Nunez
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Building trust is at the core of my therapeutic approach. As a compassionate and dedicated bilingual social worker, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, valued and understood. With empathy and nonjudgmental understanding, I partner with clients to explore unique experiences, challenges and goals. Through collaboration, transparency, a commitment to growth, I aim to foster a therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect and mutual empowerment. Together we can navigate life's complexities and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
Building trust is at the core of my therapeutic approach. As a compassionate and dedicated bilingual social worker, I strive to create a safe and supportive space where clients feel heard, valued and understood. With empathy and nonjudgmental understanding, I partner with clients to explore unique experiences, challenges and goals. Through collaboration, transparency, a commitment to growth, I aim to foster a therapeutic relationship built on trust, respect and mutual empowerment. Together we can navigate life's complexities and work towards meaningful and lasting change.
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Carol Hults
Counselor, MA, LMHC, BCPC, DAPA
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (Online Only)
Do you want to feel better, be less stressed, feel more positive, handle anger more productively or be able to deal better with past traumas? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, I can help. I am a supportive and direct therapist. I provide a warm and supportive environment that stresses collaboration, mutual respect and trust. Counseling is an interactive process that encourages participation from all involved. By working together the therapeutic process can become a stress free, comfortable and successful endeavor.
Do you want to feel better, be less stressed, feel more positive, handle anger more productively or be able to deal better with past traumas? If you answered yes to one or more of these questions, I can help. I am a supportive and direct therapist. I provide a warm and supportive environment that stresses collaboration, mutual respect and trust. Counseling is an interactive process that encourages participation from all involved. By working together the therapeutic process can become a stress free, comfortable and successful endeavor.
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Jennifer Salimbene
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC, TEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Have you lost touch with your voice? Do you need help reconnecting with your courage in order to speak your truth and meet your life goals and desires? I will help you come home to your true self so that you can live your life to the fullest. Using mind body psychotherapy, mindfulness, and experiential methods, I will help you work through issues and barriers that block your creativity and keep you stuck. Together, we will build your inner resources so you can be more present to joy and abundance.
Have you lost touch with your voice? Do you need help reconnecting with your courage in order to speak your truth and meet your life goals and desires? I will help you come home to your true self so that you can live your life to the fullest. Using mind body psychotherapy, mindfulness, and experiential methods, I will help you work through issues and barriers that block your creativity and keep you stuck. Together, we will build your inner resources so you can be more present to joy and abundance.
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Denice A Mateo-Delhall
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 (Online Only)
I am a Bilingual Spanish Social Worker with over ten years' experience working with children, families and individuals struggling with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I also work addressing women issues, boundary setting, parenting, effective communication, and burnout. I use multiple modalities of therapeutic interventions including person centered and evidence-based practice.
I am a Bilingual Spanish Social Worker with over ten years' experience working with children, families and individuals struggling with anxiety, depression and relationship issues. I also work addressing women issues, boundary setting, parenting, effective communication, and burnout. I use multiple modalities of therapeutic interventions including person centered and evidence-based practice.
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Alicia Alfred
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, BS
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
*MOBILE THERAPY SERVICE* When traditional 'mental health' services are not meeting your needs-CALL. This could be a result from a medical condition, limitations to transportation, or many other reasons that pose a barrier to meeting your emotional support needs in an office. Mobile Therapy is a way to have the service come to you and allow you the ability to mold the service in a way that would be most convenient for you. I view the therapeutic process as a journey, to achieve goals, improve your life for the better and feel that therapy should be catered to your needs.
*MOBILE THERAPY SERVICE* When traditional 'mental health' services are not meeting your needs-CALL. This could be a result from a medical condition, limitations to transportation, or many other reasons that pose a barrier to meeting your emotional support needs in an office. Mobile Therapy is a way to have the service come to you and allow you the ability to mold the service in a way that would be most convenient for you. I view the therapeutic process as a journey, to achieve goals, improve your life for the better and feel that therapy should be catered to your needs.
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Anne M Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, MS
Verified Verified
Hopewell Junction, NY 12533
Not accepting new clients
Transform your life and reshape your future. For over 20 years, I have helped individuals (including veterans and active military) overcome personal challenges so that they can realize their potential and enjoy their lives. I am an experienced therapist with the necessary skills to help and guide clients through life's struggles and transitions. My approach is empathic and non-judgmental. Mutual respect and compassion are present throughout the treatment process and are integral components of the therapeutic relationship.
Transform your life and reshape your future. For over 20 years, I have helped individuals (including veterans and active military) overcome personal challenges so that they can realize their potential and enjoy their lives. I am an experienced therapist with the necessary skills to help and guide clients through life's struggles and transitions. My approach is empathic and non-judgmental. Mutual respect and compassion are present throughout the treatment process and are integral components of the therapeutic relationship.
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Mettle Works Behavioral Services
Counselor, PhD, LMHC, LBA, BCBA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (Online Only)
As a practice we view therapy, coaching, and behavior change as a collaborative process that focuses on a shared exploration of understanding the source of a challenge and working together to solve it.
We have Immediate Daytime Openings - reach out now! For Assessments we have reserved openings - so reach out now, including Bariatric Psychological Evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, Court Ordered DWI evaluations, and short-term assessment work. We are a group practice that is primarily online. Please visit our website to find out more.
As a practice we view therapy, coaching, and behavior change as a collaborative process that focuses on a shared exploration of understanding the source of a challenge and working together to solve it.
We have Immediate Daytime Openings - reach out now! For Assessments we have reserved openings - so reach out now, including Bariatric Psychological Evaluations, diagnostic evaluations, Court Ordered DWI evaluations, and short-term assessment work. We are a group practice that is primarily online. Please visit our website to find out more.
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Dr. Anthony Stephens
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, JD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Poughkeepsie, NY 12603 (Online Only)
I have been practicing as a civilian psychotherapist since 1997. I gained enormous experience serving for over a decade as an Army officer, and combat veteran, tasked with providing spiritual, psychological and behavioral health care. I worked with individuals and families on a wide range of issues from severe trauma to adjusting to a permanent change of station. My clients are diverse in every way. My experience is extraordinarily deep and broad. and my practice very inclusive. You will receive unconditional positive regard no matter how you feel about yourself or what you have done. Therapy with me is kind and wise.
I have been practicing as a civilian psychotherapist since 1997. I gained enormous experience serving for over a decade as an Army officer, and combat veteran, tasked with providing spiritual, psychological and behavioral health care. I worked with individuals and families on a wide range of issues from severe trauma to adjusting to a permanent change of station. My clients are diverse in every way. My experience is extraordinarily deep and broad. and my practice very inclusive. You will receive unconditional positive regard no matter how you feel about yourself or what you have done. Therapy with me is kind and wise.
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My clinical focus is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, utilizing some aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy as well as Structural Family therapy.
NEW PROGRAM AVAILABLE! Parent Coaching Program for parents of young kids who experience anxiety. Please also follow me on Facebook. For the past 13 years I have had the privilege of working with the youth, adolescents and adults of the Hudson valley. My specialties include behavior problems in young children, couples counseling, family therapy and anxiety and depression suffered by all ages. My dream is that one day going to therapy will be as common when you are struggling emotionally as it is to see a doctor when you have a sore throat. Everyone deserves to live their best life.
My clinical focus is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, utilizing some aspects of Dialectical Behavior Therapy as well as Structural Family therapy.
NEW PROGRAM AVAILABLE! Parent Coaching Program for parents of young kids who experience anxiety. Please also follow me on Facebook. For the past 13 years I have had the privilege of working with the youth, adolescents and adults of the Hudson valley. My specialties include behavior problems in young children, couples counseling, family therapy and anxiety and depression suffered by all ages. My dream is that one day going to therapy will be as common when you are struggling emotionally as it is to see a doctor when you have a sore throat. Everyone deserves to live their best life.
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While my specialty is the treatment of anxiety, I also work with children, teens and young adults struggling with depression, ADHD, peer problems and disruptive behavior.
Anxiety looks different in every child, but no matter what form it takes, it can be excruciating for both the child and the parent. Whether your child withdraws to their room and won’t talk, gets angry and refuses to make an effort, works three times as hard as any other child and still feels inadequate, or seems to need you so much they can’t function on their own, knowing how to help is so hard. The good news is that no matter what anxiety looks like on the surface, there are evidence-based treatments that can really help.
While my specialty is the treatment of anxiety, I also work with children, teens and young adults struggling with depression, ADHD, peer problems and disruptive behavior.
Anxiety looks different in every child, but no matter what form it takes, it can be excruciating for both the child and the parent. Whether your child withdraws to their room and won’t talk, gets angry and refuses to make an effort, works three times as hard as any other child and still feels inadequate, or seems to need you so much they can’t function on their own, knowing how to help is so hard. The good news is that no matter what anxiety looks like on the surface, there are evidence-based treatments that can really help.
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Christine Kelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fishkill, NY 12524 (Online Only)
Specializing in an integrative approach utilizing foundational pieces of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, i truly try to meet people where they are at.
Not taking new clients at this time due to maternity leave. Life is full of challenges, from high school bullies, through relationships and major milestones, there are so many times it is helpful to have someone to bounce life's oppositions at. I am seasoned in working with people of all walks of life, during so many of life challenges. I am an experience provider to support lgbtqia+ clients as they explore their journey of better understanding themselves and cope with the challenges around them.
Specializing in an integrative approach utilizing foundational pieces of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, i truly try to meet people where they are at.
Not taking new clients at this time due to maternity leave. Life is full of challenges, from high school bullies, through relationships and major milestones, there are so many times it is helpful to have someone to bounce life's oppositions at. I am seasoned in working with people of all walks of life, during so many of life challenges. I am an experience provider to support lgbtqia+ clients as they explore their journey of better understanding themselves and cope with the challenges around them.
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Experienced in individual/couples therapy, utilizing approaches from Interpersonal, Rational Emotive, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, as well as Supportive Psychotherapy and Clinical Supervision.
A seasoned Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, I obtained my Master's in Clinical Social Work from the prestigious Fordham University's Advanced Standing Program, specializing in therapy for couples, individuals, and young people. I further honed my expertise with a postgraduate degree from the Albert Ellis Institute.
Experienced in individual/couples therapy, utilizing approaches from Interpersonal, Rational Emotive, and Cognitive Behavioral therapies, as well as Supportive Psychotherapy and Clinical Supervision.
A seasoned Licensed Clinical Psychotherapist, I obtained my Master's in Clinical Social Work from the prestigious Fordham University's Advanced Standing Program, specializing in therapy for couples, individuals, and young people. I further honed my expertise with a postgraduate degree from the Albert Ellis Institute.
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WellDone Therapeutic Services LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Wappingers Falls, NY 12590 (Online Only)
My goal as your therapist is to ensure an authentic connection is made, where we can fully explore & address the barriers to your personal success- whatever that looks like to you! I partner with my clients & seek to customize my approach based upon the issues/concerns being presented. As a Person Centered Therapist specializing in Cognitive Behaviroal Therapy & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)- Behavior Modification techniques, I have proven success working with clients of all ages dealing with a range of issues from Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Grief, Trauma, Interpersonal, Gender Identity, Life/Role Transitions & more.
My goal as your therapist is to ensure an authentic connection is made, where we can fully explore & address the barriers to your personal success- whatever that looks like to you! I partner with my clients & seek to customize my approach based upon the issues/concerns being presented. As a Person Centered Therapist specializing in Cognitive Behaviroal Therapy & Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)- Behavior Modification techniques, I have proven success working with clients of all ages dealing with a range of issues from Anxiety, Depression, Loss & Grief, Trauma, Interpersonal, Gender Identity, Life/Role Transitions & more.
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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.