Behavioral Issues Therapists in Knoxville, TN
Jordan Haynes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919
My experience has given me the confidence to work with, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral & school issues.
Welcome! For the past seven years, my passion has been to help facilitate personal growth in young children, adolescents, and teens. My primary focus is to be someone you can turn to in a time of need. The stress of growing up in today's ever-changing society can be overwhelming. I would like to join you on your journey to develop the skills necessary to overcome those stressors by teaching you the skills needed. I like to practice from an unconditional, supportive therapist role, in a relaxing environment. I am dedicated to using all my resources to help achieve peace & happiness in your lives!
My experience has given me the confidence to work with, but not limited to anxiety, depression, trauma, behavioral & school issues.
Welcome! For the past seven years, my passion has been to help facilitate personal growth in young children, adolescents, and teens. My primary focus is to be someone you can turn to in a time of need. The stress of growing up in today's ever-changing society can be overwhelming. I would like to join you on your journey to develop the skills necessary to overcome those stressors by teaching you the skills needed. I like to practice from an unconditional, supportive therapist role, in a relaxing environment. I am dedicated to using all my resources to help achieve peace & happiness in your lives!
Cynthia Searcy Crawford
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37923
I have used child-centered play and art therapies with children and adolescents since 2003, with positive behavioral outcomes observed in both groups.
I have devoted my life to working with children and adolescents. My experiences as a mother, K-12 teacher, elementary school counselor, school psychologist, and therapist have prepared me to work with youth who demonstrate a range of problems at school, home, and play. My clients are often depressed, have severe behavioral problems, have trouble making friends, demonstrate symptoms of anxiety, or have been victims of abuse or trauma. I believe all clients have within themselves the capacity for growth and positive change, provided the proper conditions in an environment of unconditional acceptance and self-worth.
I have used child-centered play and art therapies with children and adolescents since 2003, with positive behavioral outcomes observed in both groups.
I have devoted my life to working with children and adolescents. My experiences as a mother, K-12 teacher, elementary school counselor, school psychologist, and therapist have prepared me to work with youth who demonstrate a range of problems at school, home, and play. My clients are often depressed, have severe behavioral problems, have trouble making friends, demonstrate symptoms of anxiety, or have been victims of abuse or trauma. I believe all clients have within themselves the capacity for growth and positive change, provided the proper conditions in an environment of unconditional acceptance and self-worth.
Jessica utilizes multiple treatment approaches based on the client's individual needs, including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Jessica Kyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Mental Health Service Provider qualification (LPC-MHSP) with 5 years of experience. Jessica is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and families address challenges to live a better and more meaningful life. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, behavioral issues in children, and major life changes. Jessica completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Milligan University. Her personal mental health experiences coupled with her education and professional experience enable her to give clients the support they seek.
Jessica utilizes multiple treatment approaches based on the client's individual needs, including mindfulness, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), motivational interviewing, parent-child interaction therapy (PCIT), and eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Jessica Kyle is a Licensed Professional Counselor with a Mental Health Service Provider qualification (LPC-MHSP) with 5 years of experience. Jessica is passionate about helping adolescents, adults, and families address challenges to live a better and more meaningful life. She specializes in depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addiction, behavioral issues in children, and major life changes. Jessica completed her Master's in Clinical Mental Health Counseling at Milligan University. Her personal mental health experiences coupled with her education and professional experience enable her to give clients the support they seek.
Charles E. Galyon
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in evaluation and treatment of childhood disorders and behavior, including: Aggression, Defiance, Anxiety, Learning Disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia), Autism Spectrum Disorders (including Asperger's Disorder), ADHD, OCD, Tic Disorders, and Tourette's Syndrome.
I currently have a long waitlist! I understand the concern and confusion that parents may have when their child experiences difficulties in school, home, or elsewhere. I believe in working together with parents to help their children. I take time to get to know my clients so I can offer the most appropriate, individualized care for them. I trained in educational and behavioral psychology and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. In addition to direct treatment services, I am able to provide evaluations with extensive reports to aid in treatment planning.
I specialize in evaluation and treatment of childhood disorders and behavior, including: Aggression, Defiance, Anxiety, Learning Disabilities (dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia), Autism Spectrum Disorders (including Asperger's Disorder), ADHD, OCD, Tic Disorders, and Tourette's Syndrome.
I currently have a long waitlist! I understand the concern and confusion that parents may have when their child experiences difficulties in school, home, or elsewhere. I believe in working together with parents to help their children. I take time to get to know my clients so I can offer the most appropriate, individualized care for them. I trained in educational and behavioral psychology and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. In addition to direct treatment services, I am able to provide evaluations with extensive reports to aid in treatment planning.
Suzi Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
I work with children ages 5 and up, trauma victims, behavior problems, ADHD, parenting, domestic violence perpetrators, anger management as well as people of different cultures and faiths.
Are you or your child needing guidance in expressing your FEELINGS and EMOTIONS appropriately? Does your child prefer an alternative approach utilizing ART and PLAY therapy? Do you or someone you know need help in making challenging decisions while being in alignment with your FAITH? Would you like to talk to someone who is CALM and NON-JUDGMENTAL? Have you or someone you know been dealing with issues of GRIEF and need someone to listen and help you navigate through the grief process?
I work with children ages 5 and up, trauma victims, behavior problems, ADHD, parenting, domestic violence perpetrators, anger management as well as people of different cultures and faiths.
Are you or your child needing guidance in expressing your FEELINGS and EMOTIONS appropriately? Does your child prefer an alternative approach utilizing ART and PLAY therapy? Do you or someone you know need help in making challenging decisions while being in alignment with your FAITH? Would you like to talk to someone who is CALM and NON-JUDGMENTAL? Have you or someone you know been dealing with issues of GRIEF and need someone to listen and help you navigate through the grief process?
Metro Knoxville Social Therapy Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37929
I also work with alcohol and drug effected individuals and behavior modification as well as PTSD.
I enjoy working with people young and old. I enjoy the one on one as well as family sessions. I love helping people reach their potential, their goals, etc. Be it young or old, youth or elderly. It's also a pleasure to me to get to meet new people and learn who they are.
I also work with alcohol and drug effected individuals and behavior modification as well as PTSD.
I enjoy working with people young and old. I enjoy the one on one as well as family sessions. I love helping people reach their potential, their goals, etc. Be it young or old, youth or elderly. It's also a pleasure to me to get to meet new people and learn who they are.
Richard Todd Johnston
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37931
I integrate cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and trauma-informed care in my sessions.
As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, I understand the challenges that arise when dealing with mental health struggles such as anger, depression, ADHD, PTSD, ODD, and anxiety. I have spent the last 14 years working with adolescents in a residential setting, My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself, explore your emotions, and develop effective coping strategies. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.
I integrate cognitive- behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and trauma-informed care in my sessions.
As a dedicated and compassionate counselor, I understand the challenges that arise when dealing with mental health struggles such as anger, depression, ADHD, PTSD, ODD, and anxiety. I have spent the last 14 years working with adolescents in a residential setting, My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can express yourself, explore your emotions, and develop effective coping strategies. I believe that therapy is a collaborative process, and I tailor my approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.
Covenant Counseling & Consultation Services (CCCS) is a Christian agency whose mission is to provide counseling, assessments, treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation, case management, and training. We offer at-risk youth and families a holistic approach to mental, emotional, spiritual and behavioral needs with The Lord Jesus Christ as the only true evidence-based provider. Our services include Alcohol and Drug, Grief, Anger Management, Parenting, and Family-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Services with a foundation of faith-based practices.
Covenant Counseling & Consultation Services (CCCS) is a Christian agency whose mission is to provide counseling, assessments, treatment planning, implementation, and evaluation, case management, and training. We offer at-risk youth and families a holistic approach to mental, emotional, spiritual and behavioral needs with The Lord Jesus Christ as the only true evidence-based provider. Our services include Alcohol and Drug, Grief, Anger Management, Parenting, and Family-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Services with a foundation of faith-based practices.
All Ages Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37917
Waitlist for new clients
Though CCPT is my specialty, when working with adolescents and adults I focus on applying Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Gestalt approaches, as well as EMDR.
I have been working in the mental health field for several decades in a variety of positions and areas around the United States. While children are my passion, I work with all ages of clients to collaboratively identify what might be interfering with becoming the best version of themselves. With that in mind, I put forth all of my energy to partner with my clients in finding what works best for them in order to provide relief and satisfaction with life in general, as well as an overall sense of happiness.
Though CCPT is my specialty, when working with adolescents and adults I focus on applying Cognitive Behavioral, Psychodynamic and Gestalt approaches, as well as EMDR.
I have been working in the mental health field for several decades in a variety of positions and areas around the United States. While children are my passion, I work with all ages of clients to collaboratively identify what might be interfering with becoming the best version of themselves. With that in mind, I put forth all of my energy to partner with my clients in finding what works best for them in order to provide relief and satisfaction with life in general, as well as an overall sense of happiness.
Holly Christianson
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
Waitlist for new clients
As a therapist with a passion for attachment, child development and family support, I understand the importance of early interventions and nurturing connections within the family. My child-centered, play-based approach is grounded in evidence-based techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of your family. Whether you're experiencing challenges related to behavior, emotional regulation, parent-child interactions or trauma, I'm here to provide guidance and support every step of the way.
As a therapist with a passion for attachment, child development and family support, I understand the importance of early interventions and nurturing connections within the family. My child-centered, play-based approach is grounded in evidence-based techniques tailored to meet the unique needs of your family. Whether you're experiencing challenges related to behavior, emotional regulation, parent-child interactions or trauma, I'm here to provide guidance and support every step of the way.
Kesley Danielle Williams Rogers
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, AADC, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37919 (Online Only)
I use a variety of interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology and more.
I have a passion to help all, but especially those struggling with behavioral issues and trauma. I understands the importance of getting ahead of behavioral issues in children and adolescents before they face legal consequences. I understand the importance of counseling following trauma. I could go on and on about the research backing the need for counseling in trauma. Behavioral issues are often rooted with some sort of trauma. I love helping others find their confidence, safety and mental health baseline.
I use a variety of interventions including cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness therapy, positive psychology and more.
I have a passion to help all, but especially those struggling with behavioral issues and trauma. I understands the importance of getting ahead of behavioral issues in children and adolescents before they face legal consequences. I understand the importance of counseling following trauma. I could go on and on about the research backing the need for counseling in trauma. Behavioral issues are often rooted with some sort of trauma. I love helping others find their confidence, safety and mental health baseline.
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If you identify with any of the above questions, give yourself a shout out for finding a specialist who helps kids ages 2 to 8 years with behavioral and emotional concerns.
Have the terrible 2's never stopped or gotten worse after your child turned 2.5 yrs? Do you have a young child with more frequent, long, or intense temper tantrums and behavior problems than is expected for the child’s age? Does your child seem to get a thrill out of purposely annoying others, get in trouble regularly at preschool, or react with defiance and aggression to adult requests and limits? Or, is your child so anxious that you are dreading daycare or school drop offs because your child has to be pried off of you? Is your child struggling to adjust to a transition like parents’ divorce, a new sibling, grief, or trauma?
If you identify with any of the above questions, give yourself a shout out for finding a specialist who helps kids ages 2 to 8 years with behavioral and emotional concerns.
Have the terrible 2's never stopped or gotten worse after your child turned 2.5 yrs? Do you have a young child with more frequent, long, or intense temper tantrums and behavior problems than is expected for the child’s age? Does your child seem to get a thrill out of purposely annoying others, get in trouble regularly at preschool, or react with defiance and aggression to adult requests and limits? Or, is your child so anxious that you are dreading daycare or school drop offs because your child has to be pried off of you? Is your child struggling to adjust to a transition like parents’ divorce, a new sibling, grief, or trauma?
Morgan Rogliano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37922 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained with a Cognitive Behavioral focus as well as in trauma and grief.
Having difficulty managing day-to-day life, school, work, or relationships? If you are experiencing any of these and desire change we can work together, to find a balance and promote emotional well-being.
I am trained with a Cognitive Behavioral focus as well as in trauma and grief.
Having difficulty managing day-to-day life, school, work, or relationships? If you are experiencing any of these and desire change we can work together, to find a balance and promote emotional well-being.
Aptitude Behavioral Services, LLC
MEd, BCBA, LBA
Verified Verified
Knoxville, TN 37901
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked with children for over 15 years and have a profound understanding of environmental factors contributing to behavior problems.
I started Aptitude Behavioral Services, LLC to service school-age children in the East TN area. I love working with children through pre-teen ages and have also worked with a few higher-functioning teenagers. My typical day involves working with families that face challenges with behavior and working directly with children to decrease these behaviors while building skill deficits. I enjoy including family in my sessions and want to empower caregivers and family members so that they are equipped to handle behavioral challenges.
I have worked with children for over 15 years and have a profound understanding of environmental factors contributing to behavior problems.
I started Aptitude Behavioral Services, LLC to service school-age children in the East TN area. I love working with children through pre-teen ages and have also worked with a few higher-functioning teenagers. My typical day involves working with families that face challenges with behavior and working directly with children to decrease these behaviors while building skill deficits. I enjoy including family in my sessions and want to empower caregivers and family members so that they are equipped to handle behavioral challenges.
I incorporate multiple modalities within my practice including Applied Behavior Analysis, REBT, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Systems Theory to ensure a holistic perspective to helping others.
When people experience life stressors or trauma, it's not uncommon for their lives to feel like they're unraveling. My passion is to use a solution focused methods to set goals and improve client outcomes. Many people want answers, and I enjoy helping others find answers. I enjoy exploring solutions through recognizing how life experiences impact behavior patterns.
I incorporate multiple modalities within my practice including Applied Behavior Analysis, REBT, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and Systems Theory to ensure a holistic perspective to helping others.
When people experience life stressors or trauma, it's not uncommon for their lives to feel like they're unraveling. My passion is to use a solution focused methods to set goals and improve client outcomes. Many people want answers, and I enjoy helping others find answers. I enjoy exploring solutions through recognizing how life experiences impact behavior patterns.
“If you do what you have always done, you will get what you always got.” Are you tired of being stuck in the same old cycles? Whether the problem is self-sabotaging behavior, feelings of worthlessness, constant family squabbling, or the like, let me help you break free from the madness and put you on a path to mental and emotional wellness. I will come along side you with encouraging insight, practical wisdom and competent care to jumpstart your journey to become your very best self.
“If you do what you have always done, you will get what you always got.” Are you tired of being stuck in the same old cycles? Whether the problem is self-sabotaging behavior, feelings of worthlessness, constant family squabbling, or the like, let me help you break free from the madness and put you on a path to mental and emotional wellness. I will come along side you with encouraging insight, practical wisdom and competent care to jumpstart your journey to become your very best self.
Dr. Jaima E. Walton
Psychologist, PsyD, HSP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I approach therapy with a cognitive behavioral lens and find that clients can make significant improvements when they are given the strategies to address problems.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist, practicing in Knoxville, TN with Knoxville Behavioral & Mental Health Services (schedule more quickly through our clinic website). I am passionate about clinical work and appreciate the opportunity to join with children, families, and adults in therapy to help them overcome current challenges and plan for future success. My areas of interest include working with teens and adults presenting with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also enjoy working with parents of young children (2 to 7 years old) to improve challenging behavioral difficulties.
I approach therapy with a cognitive behavioral lens and find that clients can make significant improvements when they are given the strategies to address problems.
Hello! I am a licensed clinical psychologist, practicing in Knoxville, TN with Knoxville Behavioral & Mental Health Services (schedule more quickly through our clinic website). I am passionate about clinical work and appreciate the opportunity to join with children, families, and adults in therapy to help them overcome current challenges and plan for future success. My areas of interest include working with teens and adults presenting with concerns related to anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also enjoy working with parents of young children (2 to 7 years old) to improve challenging behavioral difficulties.
My therapeutic approach is client-centered and I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and some mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in working with children, youth, adults as well as families. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California, specializing in children, youth and families. I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family issues as well as life adjustments. I have experience and training in working with trauma and ADHD. I enjoy being able to practice from a Christian platform, but also respect and honor other religions and beliefs.
My therapeutic approach is client-centered and I use cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavioral therapy, and some mindfulness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with experience in working with children, youth, adults as well as families. I graduated with my Masters in Social Work from the University of Southern California, specializing in children, youth and families. I am experienced in treating depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship and family issues as well as life adjustments. I have experience and training in working with trauma and ADHD. I enjoy being able to practice from a Christian platform, but also respect and honor other religions and beliefs.
I am here to walk alongside your family in making meaning of your child's behavior, and we we will work together as a team to promote understanding and resilience.
You can quickly schedule an appointment by clicking on my website. I provide psychological assessment and evidence-based psychotherapy for children (e.g., autism, ADHD, learning concerns). My goal is to bring understanding of your child's behavior while emphasizing their strengths through psychological testing and treatment. I consider myself a neurodiversity affirming provider and enjoy emphasizing your child's strengths while still working toward improving areas of vulnerability.
I am here to walk alongside your family in making meaning of your child's behavior, and we we will work together as a team to promote understanding and resilience.
You can quickly schedule an appointment by clicking on my website. I provide psychological assessment and evidence-based psychotherapy for children (e.g., autism, ADHD, learning concerns). My goal is to bring understanding of your child's behavior while emphasizing their strengths through psychological testing and treatment. I consider myself a neurodiversity affirming provider and enjoy emphasizing your child's strengths while still working toward improving areas of vulnerability.
Melissa Rose
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, -MHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Knoxville, TN 37923
Waitlist for new clients
As an experienced child and family therapist, I am committed to helping families become happy, healthy, and whole. My area of expertise includes early childhood development, trauma, and childhood mental health. I am experienced in the treatment of a wide range of issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and behavioral issues. Other issues I commonly work with are emotion dysregulation, school-related difficulties, and parenting challenges.
As an experienced child and family therapist, I am committed to helping families become happy, healthy, and whole. My area of expertise includes early childhood development, trauma, and childhood mental health. I am experienced in the treatment of a wide range of issues including ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, and behavioral issues. Other issues I commonly work with are emotion dysregulation, school-related difficulties, and parenting challenges.
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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.