Behavioral Issues Therapists in New York, NY

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New Patterns Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10027  (Online Only)
I am certified in energy medicine and am a quantum healer. Energy medicine helps with physical problems/emotional psychological problems. I have expertise in various conditions such as depression, grief, anxiety disorders, family, behavioral problems in children and teens.My specialty is in the areas of relationships, trauma, behavior modification ,self perception,body image,life transitions such as marriage/divorce.I have a passion for goal oriented therapy and strive to guide my patients towards a clearer mental state and a more comfortable day to day life.I am dedicated to providing patients with a healthier and happier life.
I am certified in energy medicine and am a quantum healer. Energy medicine helps with physical problems/emotional psychological problems. I have expertise in various conditions such as depression, grief, anxiety disorders, family, behavioral problems in children and teens.My specialty is in the areas of relationships, trauma, behavior modification ,self perception,body image,life transitions such as marriage/divorce.I have a passion for goal oriented therapy and strive to guide my patients towards a clearer mental state and a more comfortable day to day life.I am dedicated to providing patients with a healthier and happier life.
(646) 490-1624 View (646) 490-1624
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Jenna Zucchi
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New York, NY 10024
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of mood, anxiety and behavioral disorders in youth and young adults. I have extensive training and use research to provide expert treatment based on your specific needs. I work directly with you and your family to create a strong sense of calm and connection. I can help to regain a sense of normalcy and support you with developing ways to strengthen relationships, manage behaviors, and improve mood. My goal is to allow you and your family to feel supported and valued to promote a trusting relationship that can facilitate change towards the goals you want.
I am a clinical psychologist who specializes in the evaluation and treatment of mood, anxiety and behavioral disorders in youth and young adults. I have extensive training and use research to provide expert treatment based on your specific needs. I work directly with you and your family to create a strong sense of calm and connection. I can help to regain a sense of normalcy and support you with developing ways to strengthen relationships, manage behaviors, and improve mood. My goal is to allow you and your family to feel supported and valued to promote a trusting relationship that can facilitate change towards the goals you want.
(646) 760-8502 View (646) 760-8502
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Behavioral Associates
Psychologist, PhD, BCN, BCB
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10128
Dr. Robert Reiner is the Executive Director and founder of Behavioral Associates (BA), and has been practicing psychology since 1981. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals, couples and families alone or in combination with Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) and QEEG assessment. Dr. Reiner is a warm, compassionate psychologist that personally meets with each new patient during the initial consultation to assess the patients' individual needs, match them with one of the expert clinicians on staff, and devise a treatment plan. While he views medication as a last resort, psychiatrists are available to prescribe when deemed necessary.
Dr. Robert Reiner is the Executive Director and founder of Behavioral Associates (BA), and has been practicing psychology since 1981. He specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for individuals, couples and families alone or in combination with Biofeedback, Neurofeedback, Virtual Reality Therapy (VRT) and QEEG assessment. Dr. Reiner is a warm, compassionate psychologist that personally meets with each new patient during the initial consultation to assess the patients' individual needs, match them with one of the expert clinicians on staff, and devise a treatment plan. While he views medication as a last resort, psychiatrists are available to prescribe when deemed necessary.
(646) 791-4246 View (646) 791-4246
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Katerina Kouliaki
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10025  (Online Only)
A Bilingual (English-Greek) Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach.
Are you looking for personal growth free from negative thinking, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship issues, stress management, postpartum anxiety and depression, loss or what might seem to be a complicated grief? If everyday life has become overwhelming, there is always help. As long as you reach out! I am licensed to provide therapy for NY, NJ, CT, MA residents. Στην αναζήτησή σου για προσωπική ανάπτυξη και στήριξη σε θέματα κατάθλιψης, άγχους, διαταραχών ύπνου, προβλήματα σχέσεων, γονιμότητας, επιλόχειας κατάθλιψης, ή πένθος μπορείς να ελπίζεις πάντα σε βοήθεια στην καινούρια σου πατρίδα και στην μητρική σου γλώσσα!
A Bilingual (English-Greek) Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) in a strengths based, client centered and compassion focused approach.
Are you looking for personal growth free from negative thinking, depression, anxiety, insomnia, relationship issues, stress management, postpartum anxiety and depression, loss or what might seem to be a complicated grief? If everyday life has become overwhelming, there is always help. As long as you reach out! I am licensed to provide therapy for NY, NJ, CT, MA residents. Στην αναζήτησή σου για προσωπική ανάπτυξη και στήριξη σε θέματα κατάθλιψης, άγχους, διαταραχών ύπνου, προβλήματα σχέσεων, γονιμότητας, επιλόχειας κατάθλιψης, ή πένθος μπορείς να ελπίζεις πάντα σε βοήθεια στην καινούρια σου πατρίδα και στην μητρική σου γλώσσα!
(917) 688-2658 View (917) 688-2658
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Joseph Sacks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10013
By just "Tuning up" our parenting a bit, we can have a tremendously benefit our child's behavior and emotional health.
Does your child have frequent tantrums? Is he willful and defiant, refusing to listen? Maybe she has problems in school and you suspect ADHD. The great news is, I have seen tremendous improvement in these issues with just 3-5 months of Child-Centered Play Therapy together with Parenting Counseling! Play Therapy puts your child in the driver's seat, giving him such an exhilarating sense of control over his own life, that he doesn't mind being told what to do so much outside of the session. In addition it allows him to process all of his overwhelming feelings.
By just "Tuning up" our parenting a bit, we can have a tremendously benefit our child's behavior and emotional health.
Does your child have frequent tantrums? Is he willful and defiant, refusing to listen? Maybe she has problems in school and you suspect ADHD. The great news is, I have seen tremendous improvement in these issues with just 3-5 months of Child-Centered Play Therapy together with Parenting Counseling! Play Therapy puts your child in the driver's seat, giving him such an exhilarating sense of control over his own life, that he doesn't mind being told what to do so much outside of the session. In addition it allows him to process all of his overwhelming feelings.
(646) 681-1707 View (646) 681-1707
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Kelly Workman
Psychologist, PsyD, BCBA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001
I use science and compassion to provide cognitive, dialectical, and mindfulness-based behavior therapies exclusively through a secure telehealth platform.
It can be a deeply painful realization to notice that we are not living the life we want - one that is guided by a strong sense of values and that fills us with joy, passion, and vitality. We all have an intuitive wisdom that is meant to guide us through life. This wisdom can get lost in the loud voice of emotion, the dismissive voice of logic, and the pressures of our environment. Over time, we might start to feel stuck, lost, and hopeless. When our struggles seem insurmountable, our harsh inner critic grows stronger, and we may start to engage in problematic behaviors to avoid the pain.
I use science and compassion to provide cognitive, dialectical, and mindfulness-based behavior therapies exclusively through a secure telehealth platform.
It can be a deeply painful realization to notice that we are not living the life we want - one that is guided by a strong sense of values and that fills us with joy, passion, and vitality. We all have an intuitive wisdom that is meant to guide us through life. This wisdom can get lost in the loud voice of emotion, the dismissive voice of logic, and the pressures of our environment. Over time, we might start to feel stuck, lost, and hopeless. When our struggles seem insurmountable, our harsh inner critic grows stronger, and we may start to engage in problematic behaviors to avoid the pain.
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Cognitive behavior & EMDR therapy NYC
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New York, NY 10022
Are you looking to develop a healthy, positive mind set about yourself, relationships and achieve goals? Master anxiety and stress to perform, feel and think at your best? The unique programs I offer combine the latest scientific researched strategies of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Yoga therapy and utilize advances in technology (biofeedback,virtual reality and neurofeedback. I am a recognized expert in treating anxiety, phobias, PTSD, stress, body image and weight issues. Contact me www.cbt-newyork.com Make lifelong changes, Authored: "The Idiots Guide to Cognitive Behavior Therapy", Penguin, 2014.and" Virtual Reality & Biofeedback for Fear of Flying Phobia"
Are you looking to develop a healthy, positive mind set about yourself, relationships and achieve goals? Master anxiety and stress to perform, feel and think at your best? The unique programs I offer combine the latest scientific researched strategies of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, Yoga therapy and utilize advances in technology (biofeedback,virtual reality and neurofeedback. I am a recognized expert in treating anxiety, phobias, PTSD, stress, body image and weight issues. Contact me www.cbt-newyork.com Make lifelong changes, Authored: "The Idiots Guide to Cognitive Behavior Therapy", Penguin, 2014.and" Virtual Reality & Biofeedback for Fear of Flying Phobia"
(646) 392-7196 View (646) 392-7196
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Lauren Zavier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Lauren Zavier, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10028  (Online Only)
In my therapy sessions, we’ll work to solve current problems and improve positive thinking and behavior.
If you’re looking for quality Individual Therapy sessions with a certified Therapist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you.
In my therapy sessions, we’ll work to solve current problems and improve positive thinking and behavior.
If you’re looking for quality Individual Therapy sessions with a certified Therapist that cares, then you’ve come to the right place. I guide my patients every step of the way and implement various methods to help them develop new attitudes towards all of life’s most complex matters. Schedule an appointment today and see what I can do for you.
(646) 813-5136 View (646) 813-5136
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Brian J Kerrigan
CARC
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
I specialize in providing individuals, couples and families with solution-oriented counseling in order to overcome the dangers of active addiction, dependency and adverse behavior. I work closely with my clients to help them resume a full life, to achieve their goals and to live fulfilling lives. I also provide counseling for family members of an active user. I have been in recovery for 20+ years. I am also a motivational and performance coach for individuals and corporations.
I specialize in providing individuals, couples and families with solution-oriented counseling in order to overcome the dangers of active addiction, dependency and adverse behavior. I work closely with my clients to help them resume a full life, to achieve their goals and to live fulfilling lives. I also provide counseling for family members of an active user. I have been in recovery for 20+ years. I am also a motivational and performance coach for individuals and corporations.
(929) 345-3339 View (929) 345-3339
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Joseph Demers
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10022
I start working with individuals or families when they want something to change - even if they’re still figuring out what exactly that is. Often, families approach me with struggles over behavior at home or school. Individuals seek to work with me to overcome pervasive anxiety, whether general anxiety or specific fears and obsessions. Yet others struggle with depression and feeling unable to get their life “on track” they way they expect to. I’m a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults of all ages. I conduct comprehensive evaluations, therapy, and parent consultation.
I start working with individuals or families when they want something to change - even if they’re still figuring out what exactly that is. Often, families approach me with struggles over behavior at home or school. Individuals seek to work with me to overcome pervasive anxiety, whether general anxiety or specific fears and obsessions. Yet others struggle with depression and feeling unable to get their life “on track” they way they expect to. I’m a licensed psychologist with over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults of all ages. I conduct comprehensive evaluations, therapy, and parent consultation.
(646) 437-8059 View (646) 437-8059
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Dr. Monika K Herrera
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10004
She has experience working with patients with a wide range of conditions including neurodevelopmental disorders, movement disorders, cognitive impairment, neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, complex medical diagnoses, traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, behavioral disorders and psychological/ psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Monika K. Herrera is a licensed NY and NJ psychologist proficient in English, Polish and Spanish. She earned her PsyD. at the Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds Master of Science degrees in both School Psychology and European Literature. Concurrent with her work in clinical practice, she has been an Independent Consulting Psychologist performing psychological evaluations requested by the courts for youths in care of detention services at Children's Village. Dr. Herrera specializes in working with people across the lifespan, from childhood through older adulthood.
She has experience working with patients with a wide range of conditions including neurodevelopmental disorders, movement disorders, cognitive impairment, neurodegenerative disorders, stroke, complex medical diagnoses, traumatic brain injury, epilepsy, behavioral disorders and psychological/ psychiatric disorders.
Dr. Monika K. Herrera is a licensed NY and NJ psychologist proficient in English, Polish and Spanish. She earned her PsyD. at the Fairleigh Dickinson University and holds Master of Science degrees in both School Psychology and European Literature. Concurrent with her work in clinical practice, she has been an Independent Consulting Psychologist performing psychological evaluations requested by the courts for youths in care of detention services at Children's Village. Dr. Herrera specializes in working with people across the lifespan, from childhood through older adulthood.
(347) 610-5535 View (347) 610-5535
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Scott Liff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10003
With children, adolescents, adults and families I pull from a variety of therapies including psychodynamic, family systems, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral, acceptance commitment therapy, relational/interpersonal, and psychoeducation/coaching.
If you are a parent trying to get help for your child or teen due to an array of possible challenges that they are facing, I am always open to talk with you about how I may be able to help. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and their families and pull from my over 19 years experience providing psychotherapy many diverse settings. A basic goal of my work with every child, adolescent, and adult that I work with is that a safe, supportive, caring environment is created that can foster comfort for my clients to take risks and make change. Due to covid-19 I offer private ONLINE TELEHEATH services covered by most plans.
With children, adolescents, adults and families I pull from a variety of therapies including psychodynamic, family systems, motivational interviewing, cognitive behavioral, acceptance commitment therapy, relational/interpersonal, and psychoeducation/coaching.
If you are a parent trying to get help for your child or teen due to an array of possible challenges that they are facing, I am always open to talk with you about how I may be able to help. I specialize in treating children, adolescents, and their families and pull from my over 19 years experience providing psychotherapy many diverse settings. A basic goal of my work with every child, adolescent, and adult that I work with is that a safe, supportive, caring environment is created that can foster comfort for my clients to take risks and make change. Due to covid-19 I offer private ONLINE TELEHEATH services covered by most plans.
(845) 406-9582 View (845) 406-9582
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Alli Kert
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10021
Alli practices parent collaboration and consultation, play based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and nanny consultation and support.
Dr. Alli Kert has been working with parents and their children for more than 15 years. While the nature of her work varies based on client needs, the goals are often similar; enhancing lives through simplification, understanding and consistency. Alli is a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She works with children and the adults in their lives to provide support and guidance to help navigate both the every day, and the more challenging days.
Alli practices parent collaboration and consultation, play based therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and nanny consultation and support.
Dr. Alli Kert has been working with parents and their children for more than 15 years. While the nature of her work varies based on client needs, the goals are often similar; enhancing lives through simplification, understanding and consistency. Alli is a licensed psychologist and a certified school psychologist. She works with children and the adults in their lives to provide support and guidance to help navigate both the every day, and the more challenging days.
(646) 368-8872 View (646) 368-8872
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Sofie Voyias
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016
I work with individuals and couples to provide a supportive, non-judgmental and compassionate therapeutic environment. My goal is to create a trusting relationship which will enable you to acquire insight into patterns of behavior that may be destructive, while strengthening behaviors which are productive in your life. I view the therapeutic relationship as a joint journey into self-exploration, which can give you the opportunity for insight and empower you with the necessary tools to evolve, bring about change and achieve goals.
I work with individuals and couples to provide a supportive, non-judgmental and compassionate therapeutic environment. My goal is to create a trusting relationship which will enable you to acquire insight into patterns of behavior that may be destructive, while strengthening behaviors which are productive in your life. I view the therapeutic relationship as a joint journey into self-exploration, which can give you the opportunity for insight and empower you with the necessary tools to evolve, bring about change and achieve goals.
(917) 791-3246 View (917) 791-3246
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Howard S Cohn
BA-, MS
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10005
AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS These are the thoughts that quickly happen throughout the day, and often you are not even aware of them, but you are very familiar with the emotions that they create within you, which affect your behavior, mood, and choices.
As an active therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and children identify and transform the story that has been governing their life. It is my belief, that with the right support everyone has the innate capability to show up and transform their life. Past or present circumstances may have created pain or a belief of powerlessness, but these circumstances do not define you. You can reclaim your power and sense of authorship over your own life. In the words of Marianne Wiliamson, " Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure."
AUTOMATIC THOUGHTS These are the thoughts that quickly happen throughout the day, and often you are not even aware of them, but you are very familiar with the emotions that they create within you, which affect your behavior, mood, and choices.
As an active therapist, I help individuals, couples, families, and children identify and transform the story that has been governing their life. It is my belief, that with the right support everyone has the innate capability to show up and transform their life. Past or present circumstances may have created pain or a belief of powerlessness, but these circumstances do not define you. You can reclaim your power and sense of authorship over your own life. In the words of Marianne Wiliamson, " Our deepest fear is not that we are inadequate, our deepest fear is that we are powerful beyond measure."
(646) 907-6309 View (646) 907-6309
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Nivin Hamada
MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New York, NY 10001  (Online Only)
My name is Nivin Hamada and I currently hold an LP in Mental Health Counseling and an additional certification in Trauma-Focused Therapy. I have been in practice for 7 years, with experience in individual, couples, family and group therapy. I incorporate various modalities into my practice drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). I collaborate with individuals, specifically younger and middle-aged adults, through life transitions and hardships using my multicultural perspective.
My name is Nivin Hamada and I currently hold an LP in Mental Health Counseling and an additional certification in Trauma-Focused Therapy. I have been in practice for 7 years, with experience in individual, couples, family and group therapy. I incorporate various modalities into my practice drawing from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Emotion-Focused Therapy (EFT). I collaborate with individuals, specifically younger and middle-aged adults, through life transitions and hardships using my multicultural perspective.
(929) 368-5869 View (929) 368-5869
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Jennifer M Agostino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10011
I believe in the full potential of every individual. I am a clinical therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. My process is to empower each client to be successful and happy. We do this by creating a set of practical tools that you can implement in your own life to tackle challenges or life transitions. Together we discover and unlock the obstacles and negative thought/behavioral patterns blocking you from achieving your goals. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment where we can transform limiting thoughts or emotions into fuel for positive change and lasting happiness.
I believe in the full potential of every individual. I am a clinical therapist who works with children, adolescents, and adults. My process is to empower each client to be successful and happy. We do this by creating a set of practical tools that you can implement in your own life to tackle challenges or life transitions. Together we discover and unlock the obstacles and negative thought/behavioral patterns blocking you from achieving your goals. I offer a warm, safe, non-judgemental environment where we can transform limiting thoughts or emotions into fuel for positive change and lasting happiness.
(718) 865-3493 View (718) 865-3493
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Rebecca Kulzer
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10004
Rebecca Kulzer's is passionate about working with children, youth, and their parents to address issues related to complex medical conditions, early development, behavioral management, parent training, pediatric populations, neurorehabilitation interventions, "whole-person" intervention approaches, and addressing health disparities. She is published in the areas of cultural issues and health disparities and lectures in the areas of neuroanatomy, biological bases of behavior, neuropsychological assessment, behavioral management, and early development.
Rebecca Kulzer's is passionate about working with children, youth, and their parents to address issues related to complex medical conditions, early development, behavioral management, parent training, pediatric populations, neurorehabilitation interventions, "whole-person" intervention approaches, and addressing health disparities. She is published in the areas of cultural issues and health disparities and lectures in the areas of neuroanatomy, biological bases of behavior, neuropsychological assessment, behavioral management, and early development.
(747) 529-9184 View (747) 529-9184
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Paul C. Lounsbury
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10023
Like most people who choose to work with me, chances are you will be unexpectedly surprised to find yourself taking action to do, think, feel or experience things you hadn't been aware were part of your natural behavioral repertoire.
As you read my profile and wonder whether or not I'm a therapist you'll find easy to relate to and one who can help you accomplish what you want to achieve, perhaps you can also wonder how ready you might be to do what it takes to accomplish the changes you want to make. If you sincerely wish to solve a problem, connect more spontaneously and meaningfully with others (as well as with yourself) and/or bring about a fuller more satisfying use and embodiment of your innate capabilities, I can help you accomplish that transformation - sooner rather than later.
Like most people who choose to work with me, chances are you will be unexpectedly surprised to find yourself taking action to do, think, feel or experience things you hadn't been aware were part of your natural behavioral repertoire.
As you read my profile and wonder whether or not I'm a therapist you'll find easy to relate to and one who can help you accomplish what you want to achieve, perhaps you can also wonder how ready you might be to do what it takes to accomplish the changes you want to make. If you sincerely wish to solve a problem, connect more spontaneously and meaningfully with others (as well as with yourself) and/or bring about a fuller more satisfying use and embodiment of your innate capabilities, I can help you accomplish that transformation - sooner rather than later.
(203) 347-4217 View (203) 347-4217
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Amy Roth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New York, NY 10016  (Online Only)
I am a licensed Social Worker with 25 years of experience dedicated to helping children, teens and adults navigate their mental health challenges. My practice focuses on psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy, allowing me to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and the importance of a supportive therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insight into their behaviors and develop effective coping strategies.
I am a licensed Social Worker with 25 years of experience dedicated to helping children, teens and adults navigate their mental health challenges. My practice focuses on psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapy, allowing me to tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each client. Throughout my career, I have developed a deep understanding of the complexities of mental health and the importance of a supportive therapeutic relationship. My goal is to create a safe and compassionate environment where clients can explore their thoughts and feelings, gain insight into their behaviors and develop effective coping strategies.
(516) 259-3636 View (516) 259-3636
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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.