Behavioral Issues Therapists in Memphis, TN
Elissa Brooks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCMHSP, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38117
Waitlist for new clients
I'm trained in trauma-focused care, cognitive therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral and Cognitive Processing therapy, and Gottman Method for Couples.
Welcome, I'm Elissa! Whether you're looking for individual, family, or couples work, I'd be honored to be a supportive and empathetic person along your process to navigate the experiences and challenges you may face. I believe a collaborative and compassionate space is the center of healing for individuals. I consider curiosity and connection with oneself and in relationship with others as a channel for growth in our lives. I hope to support you or your family in achieving goals for healthy living and healthy relationships with tools, resources, and a space to share your story.
I'm trained in trauma-focused care, cognitive therapies such as Cognitive Behavioral and Cognitive Processing therapy, and Gottman Method for Couples.
Welcome, I'm Elissa! Whether you're looking for individual, family, or couples work, I'd be honored to be a supportive and empathetic person along your process to navigate the experiences and challenges you may face. I believe a collaborative and compassionate space is the center of healing for individuals. I consider curiosity and connection with oneself and in relationship with others as a channel for growth in our lives. I hope to support you or your family in achieving goals for healthy living and healthy relationships with tools, resources, and a space to share your story.
A relationship-based framework to promote Trauma-focused therapeutic interventions, behavioral modification, and family systems support is at the apex of my clinical approach.
I began my career in Education after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Instructional and Curriculum Leadership from the University of Memphis. After teaching experiences in Early Childhood Education, I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. I bring to the table a wide variety of experiences in private practice, residential treatment, inpatient hospitalization, and school-based behavioral health services.
A relationship-based framework to promote Trauma-focused therapeutic interventions, behavioral modification, and family systems support is at the apex of my clinical approach.
I began my career in Education after earning a Bachelor’s degree in Instructional and Curriculum Leadership from the University of Memphis. After teaching experiences in Early Childhood Education, I earned my Master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Troy University. I bring to the table a wide variety of experiences in private practice, residential treatment, inpatient hospitalization, and school-based behavioral health services.
Transitional Anger Management Services
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdS, LPC
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38125
As a 3rd year Doctor of Behavioral Health student, with 22 years of experience in providing anger management counseling, you are in good hands! Sunday groups are available. call 901.608.1000. www.gotangermanagement.com
As a 3rd year Doctor of Behavioral Health student, with 22 years of experience in providing anger management counseling, you are in good hands! Sunday groups are available. call 901.608.1000. www.gotangermanagement.com
Empowerment Counseling + Consulting
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38125
I am trained to utilize Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is designed to assist individuals with understanding the trauma they have experienced while processing towards releasing odd patterns of behavior that prove to be counterproductive in their lives.
Do you feel lonely, hopeless, anxious or depressed? Do you feel like no one understands you? Do you struggle with developing and maintaining social and/or intimate relationships? If so, I'm interested in helping you find healing and a sense of empowerment as you strive to live life to its fullest potential. Together, we can get there. Do you need to improve your social or coping skills or boost your self-esteem? I can help with that too. Let me help guide you in the direction of healing. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
I am trained to utilize Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy which is designed to assist individuals with understanding the trauma they have experienced while processing towards releasing odd patterns of behavior that prove to be counterproductive in their lives.
Do you feel lonely, hopeless, anxious or depressed? Do you feel like no one understands you? Do you struggle with developing and maintaining social and/or intimate relationships? If so, I'm interested in helping you find healing and a sense of empowerment as you strive to live life to its fullest potential. Together, we can get there. Do you need to improve your social or coping skills or boost your self-esteem? I can help with that too. Let me help guide you in the direction of healing. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families.
Young people present unique challenges, but also unique opportunities. After almost 30 years experience working with this population, there aren't many situations I haven't encountered. There is always reason for hope. What your therapist expects influences the outcomes. As a behavioral optimist, I approach clients I work with believing that no one wants to be miserable. We all want to reach our potential, as children, adolescents, parents, families, members of a community. Every living, breathing person, whatever their age, race, gender, sexual orientation, or place in life, is capable of change. That is a firm belief of mine.
Young people present unique challenges, but also unique opportunities. After almost 30 years experience working with this population, there aren't many situations I haven't encountered. There is always reason for hope. What your therapist expects influences the outcomes. As a behavioral optimist, I approach clients I work with believing that no one wants to be miserable. We all want to reach our potential, as children, adolescents, parents, families, members of a community. Every living, breathing person, whatever their age, race, gender, sexual orientation, or place in life, is capable of change. That is a firm belief of mine.
Pamela Keeling-Nuttall Psychotherapy Practice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38117
Hi my name is Pamela Keeling-Nuttall of Pamela Keeling-Nuttall Psychotherapy Practice, PLLC. I am a psychotherapist who has been practicing as a therapist for greater than 15+ yrs. As a therapist, I work with clients of all ages, couples and family systems. I am known to be personable, and warm hearted as a person. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Client Centered Therapist, who utilizes ecclectic approaches while working to empower the client to find and utilize their own strengths in working through problems, managing depression, stress and anxiety, and utilize coping strategies/tools that will help to improve client overall functioning.
Hi my name is Pamela Keeling-Nuttall of Pamela Keeling-Nuttall Psychotherapy Practice, PLLC. I am a psychotherapist who has been practicing as a therapist for greater than 15+ yrs. As a therapist, I work with clients of all ages, couples and family systems. I am known to be personable, and warm hearted as a person. I am a Cognitive Behavioral Client Centered Therapist, who utilizes ecclectic approaches while working to empower the client to find and utilize their own strengths in working through problems, managing depression, stress and anxiety, and utilize coping strategies/tools that will help to improve client overall functioning.
Family Tree Applied Behavior Analysis, LLC
MS, MBA, LBA, BCBA, SSGB
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38133
Family Tree is a center based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) company that works with children primarily diagnosed with Autism.
I have been a behavior analyst for the last 20 years and have worked with a variety of children and adults in need of ABA services. Being a calm and positive have been assets to me in very difficult and challenging situations.
Family Tree is a center based Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) company that works with children primarily diagnosed with Autism.
I have been a behavior analyst for the last 20 years and have worked with a variety of children and adults in need of ABA services. Being a calm and positive have been assets to me in very difficult and challenging situations.
Brian Teal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38104 (Online Only)
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Sometimes worry can feel like a never ending battle in one's head. Not feeling like yourself can lead to feeling stuck or lost. My work centers on supporting clients to recognize how the challenges of their lives impact their perspective and view of the world. My goal is to establish honesty and trust as we seek to understand which patterns are creating emotional discomfort. I work with clients on understanding how life stressors can managed and overcome through healing, developing skills, and living consciously.
I am trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Sometimes worry can feel like a never ending battle in one's head. Not feeling like yourself can lead to feeling stuck or lost. My work centers on supporting clients to recognize how the challenges of their lives impact their perspective and view of the world. My goal is to establish honesty and trust as we seek to understand which patterns are creating emotional discomfort. I work with clients on understanding how life stressors can managed and overcome through healing, developing skills, and living consciously.
I primarily utilize Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which is an evidence-based approach to behavior therapy that uses a parent-coaching model.
Hello! If you are a parent of a "behaviorally challenged" kiddo, then I am glad you found me! I work with parents who have tried everything and still have trouble successfully managing their children's defiant or noncompliant behavior. My clients display aggression, tantrums, impulsivity, social skills difficulties, anxiety, and everything in between. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and solutions-oriented style to help parents navigate these challenges.
I primarily utilize Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT), which is an evidence-based approach to behavior therapy that uses a parent-coaching model.
Hello! If you are a parent of a "behaviorally challenged" kiddo, then I am glad you found me! I work with parents who have tried everything and still have trouble successfully managing their children's defiant or noncompliant behavior. My clients display aggression, tantrums, impulsivity, social skills difficulties, anxiety, and everything in between. I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental, and solutions-oriented style to help parents navigate these challenges.
Valentine Behavioral & Mental Services, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEdNCC, LPCMHSP, CMHC, LMHC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38125 (Online Only)
I have years of experience working with clients with a wide range of mental and behavioral health needs including: trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, parenting and have been trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am a counselor who is very client-focused and believe in treatment planning and objectives that are reasonable and attainable. It is very important to build a rapport with the client and the pair working to identify objectives and goals of treatment. I have years of experience working with clients with a wide range of mental and behavioral health needs including: trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, parenting and have been trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with child and adolescent counseling and adults.
I have years of experience working with clients with a wide range of mental and behavioral health needs including: trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, parenting and have been trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I am a counselor who is very client-focused and believe in treatment planning and objectives that are reasonable and attainable. It is very important to build a rapport with the client and the pair working to identify objectives and goals of treatment. I have years of experience working with clients with a wide range of mental and behavioral health needs including: trauma, depression, anxiety, parenting issues, ADHD, Autism Spectrum Disorder, parenting and have been trained in Trauma Focused-Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. I have experience working with child and adolescent counseling and adults.
Dr. Cassandra Denise Clariett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DMin, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38109 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping clients learn how to navigate through the areas of Problem Sexual Behavior, Trauma, Anxiety, Uncontrolled Anger, Grief & Loss, Parenting Skills, Co-Occurring Diagnosis, Conduct Disorders, and End of Life Planning.
Mental Health is my Passion and Helping People Heal is Our Purpose! Fresh or Frozen, Trauma Can Impact You In More Ways Than You Know! As Your Therapist, I am Here to Empower and Assist You In Living a Wholesome Life. You can expect to start your path to healing with Dr. Cassandra Clariett, LCSW-TN, AZ, right away. Currently offering Clinical Supervision for Mental Health Professionals in TN and AZ!
I specialize in helping clients learn how to navigate through the areas of Problem Sexual Behavior, Trauma, Anxiety, Uncontrolled Anger, Grief & Loss, Parenting Skills, Co-Occurring Diagnosis, Conduct Disorders, and End of Life Planning.
Mental Health is my Passion and Helping People Heal is Our Purpose! Fresh or Frozen, Trauma Can Impact You In More Ways Than You Know! As Your Therapist, I am Here to Empower and Assist You In Living a Wholesome Life. You can expect to start your path to healing with Dr. Cassandra Clariett, LCSW-TN, AZ, right away. Currently offering Clinical Supervision for Mental Health Professionals in TN and AZ!
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38104 (Online Only)
My psychotherapy approach is a combination of cognitive- behavioral, motivational interviewing, solution focused and client centered.
We all embark on the journey of life at the same starting point. We travel down the road before us, trying to carve out a path that will lead us to the kind of life that will bring us joy. However, there are times when that path leads us off the course of happiness and fulfillment, and into the unexpected. I enjoy working with individuals with traits and tendencies of attachment that manifests by way of questioning self-worth, feeling unworthy of love, fear that healthy relationships cannot exist, obsession with loss and difficulty moving forward, taking on others feelings and beliefs as your own, guilt/shame.
My psychotherapy approach is a combination of cognitive- behavioral, motivational interviewing, solution focused and client centered.
We all embark on the journey of life at the same starting point. We travel down the road before us, trying to carve out a path that will lead us to the kind of life that will bring us joy. However, there are times when that path leads us off the course of happiness and fulfillment, and into the unexpected. I enjoy working with individuals with traits and tendencies of attachment that manifests by way of questioning self-worth, feeling unworthy of love, fear that healthy relationships cannot exist, obsession with loss and difficulty moving forward, taking on others feelings and beliefs as your own, guilt/shame.
Shelonda Phillips-McDonald
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38120
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Solution-Focused; Strength Based, and Motivational Interviewing to create a special individualize plan to meet the clients' needs.
Have you acknowledged that you have a problem and are now seeking help? When you talk to family or friends, do you feel like you are not being heard? I believe that the first step in the healing process for any issue is to be "heard" and have someone to listen to you. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents, and couples to speak and begin the healing process. My goal is to provide a warm, nurturing, accepting environment that meets the client where they are at.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT); Solution-Focused; Strength Based, and Motivational Interviewing to create a special individualize plan to meet the clients' needs.
Have you acknowledged that you have a problem and are now seeking help? When you talk to family or friends, do you feel like you are not being heard? I believe that the first step in the healing process for any issue is to be "heard" and have someone to listen to you. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents, and couples to speak and begin the healing process. My goal is to provide a warm, nurturing, accepting environment that meets the client where they are at.
Some of Ashley’s counseling specialties include depression, anxiety, behavioral struggles, parenting skills, parent and child relationships, self-image, life changes, mood disorders and trauma.
Ashley is a published licensed professional counselor skilled in counseling children, adolescents, and adults. She provides empathetic and non-judgmental care using person-centered, behavioral, and trauma focused techniques. She has worked in numerous settings: hospital, outpatient, residential, in-home, virtual, and school. Ashley is passionate about meeting her clients where they are and encouraging authentic engagement in the therapeutic process to help meet their goals.
Some of Ashley’s counseling specialties include depression, anxiety, behavioral struggles, parenting skills, parent and child relationships, self-image, life changes, mood disorders and trauma.
Ashley is a published licensed professional counselor skilled in counseling children, adolescents, and adults. She provides empathetic and non-judgmental care using person-centered, behavioral, and trauma focused techniques. She has worked in numerous settings: hospital, outpatient, residential, in-home, virtual, and school. Ashley is passionate about meeting her clients where they are and encouraging authentic engagement in the therapeutic process to help meet their goals.
Kacie Kelso Mellen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Memphis, TN 38120
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused therapy, Reality Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Acknowledging the need for help can sometimes be a difficult first step, but carrying all of life's problems alone can be brutal and isolating. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents and couples to navigate effectively through the many obstacles we face on life's journey. My goal is to provide a warm and accepting environment for individuals to explore feelings, behaviors and life experiences that may allow for personal reflection and growth.
I draw from a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Solution Focused therapy, Reality Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing.
Acknowledging the need for help can sometimes be a difficult first step, but carrying all of life's problems alone can be brutal and isolating. I provide a safe place for individuals, families, parents and couples to navigate effectively through the many obstacles we face on life's journey. My goal is to provide a warm and accepting environment for individuals to explore feelings, behaviors and life experiences that may allow for personal reflection and growth.
I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy and a person-centered approach that emphasizes mindfulness and a strengths-based perspective.
I am a licensed master of social work with over two years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, and various other mood and behavioral disorders. Within counseling, I believe you have the skills and strength necessary to make change happen in your life and I am here to assist you in this process. Within my sessions, I provide a space free of judgment where individuals can process, grow, and improve their mental and emotional well-being.
I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy and a person-centered approach that emphasizes mindfulness and a strengths-based perspective.
I am a licensed master of social work with over two years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults with depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, borderline personality disorder, substance use disorders, and various other mood and behavioral disorders. Within counseling, I believe you have the skills and strength necessary to make change happen in your life and I am here to assist you in this process. Within my sessions, I provide a space free of judgment where individuals can process, grow, and improve their mental and emotional well-being.
Angela Rusk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPCMHSP
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38117 (Online Only)
I come from a primarily Cognitive Behavioral approach that is trauma informed and culturally sensitive.
Life gets messy sometimes. Whether it be due to trauma, a conflictual relationship, or even our own feelings that seem to come out of nowhere, there are times when we find ourselves "stuck" and wondering why we can't seem to manage at our full potential. The good news is that real and lasting change is possible. In my over fifteen years of experience, I have seen individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive at a level that surprised even themselves. If the hard stuff in life is seeming heavy, I'd love to come alongside you to help you create a path to reaching your goals.
I come from a primarily Cognitive Behavioral approach that is trauma informed and culturally sensitive.
Life gets messy sometimes. Whether it be due to trauma, a conflictual relationship, or even our own feelings that seem to come out of nowhere, there are times when we find ourselves "stuck" and wondering why we can't seem to manage at our full potential. The good news is that real and lasting change is possible. In my over fifteen years of experience, I have seen individuals and families heal, grow, and thrive at a level that surprised even themselves. If the hard stuff in life is seeming heavy, I'd love to come alongside you to help you create a path to reaching your goals.
William Mealer
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38119 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed psychologist with training and experience in treating a wide variety of psychological disorders. I work with adults with alcoholism, drug addiction, posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, phobias and phase of life problems, i.e. marital problems and divorce, job loss, physical illness. While my approach to treatment is primarily cognitive- behavioral, I also rely on other treatment approaches and interventions. I believe that the psychologist and the individual must work together as a team. Thus, each treatment plan is created by working together according to the needs of the individual.
I am a licensed psychologist with training and experience in treating a wide variety of psychological disorders. I work with adults with alcoholism, drug addiction, posttraumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, phobias and phase of life problems, i.e. marital problems and divorce, job loss, physical illness. While my approach to treatment is primarily cognitive- behavioral, I also rely on other treatment approaches and interventions. I believe that the psychologist and the individual must work together as a team. Thus, each treatment plan is created by working together according to the needs of the individual.
James Michael Piiparinen
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MHSP
Verified Verified
Memphis, TN 38134
I specialize in being able to help put things in perspective through an integrative approach using Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, and other approaches.
There are times in our lives when nothing makes sense. There are moments when we struggle to manage what problems come our way, when we are depressed, anxious, or unsure about what to do. There are times when our emotions seem too big for us or conversely when our unhelpful thinking becomes a barrier to our lives. Having someone to talk to about these things and help us manage our days, to put in context that event we keep going over in our minds. What we want is to find peace and acceptance of the moment. This is where talking to someone can be helpful, an outside mind to put our thoughts and emotions in perspective.
I specialize in being able to help put things in perspective through an integrative approach using Narrative Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Solution Focused Therapy, and other approaches.
There are times in our lives when nothing makes sense. There are moments when we struggle to manage what problems come our way, when we are depressed, anxious, or unsure about what to do. There are times when our emotions seem too big for us or conversely when our unhelpful thinking becomes a barrier to our lives. Having someone to talk to about these things and help us manage our days, to put in context that event we keep going over in our minds. What we want is to find peace and acceptance of the moment. This is where talking to someone can be helpful, an outside mind to put our thoughts and emotions in perspective.
I am a clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and Post-traumatic stress disorder using different approaches, including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, family systems and EMDR. I have a special interest in working with clients with body image and disordered eating issues. I am specially trained in play therapy and work with children as young as 4 years old. I have 20+ years of experience in working with clients who have traumatic life experiences, including sexual assault and other types of violence.
I am a clinical social worker with over 30 years of experience. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and Post-traumatic stress disorder using different approaches, including cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic, family systems and EMDR. I have a special interest in working with clients with body image and disordered eating issues. I am specially trained in play therapy and work with children as young as 4 years old. I have 20+ years of experience in working with clients who have traumatic life experiences, including sexual assault and other types of violence.
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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.