Behavioral Issues Therapists in Alvin, TX
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A Therapeutic Approach, Penny Lane, LPC, MS
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS
Verified Verified
Alvin, TX 77511
Meeting your needs are essential to me. I have a variety of tool kits: cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and personality disorders training. I enjoy helping parents find solutions to difficult situations. I enjoy helping those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Mood Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, and Depression. I can provide psycho-diagnostic assessments for children and adults. I use strategies such as applied behavior management, using self monitoring skills, and coping skills.
Meeting your needs are essential to me. I have a variety of tool kits: cognitive behavior therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and personality disorders training. I enjoy helping parents find solutions to difficult situations. I enjoy helping those with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, Mood Disorder, Anxiety Disorder, and Depression. I can provide psycho-diagnostic assessments for children and adults. I use strategies such as applied behavior management, using self monitoring skills, and coping skills.
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Diagnostic and Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-Asc
Verified Verified
Alvin, TX 77511
Counseling: children (play therapy), adolescents, individuals, marriage, family, group; Evaluations: learning (dyslexia, dyscalculia, specific learning disability), intellectual (children and adults), behavioral (ADHD & anxiety in children and adults), academic progress (children, teens, adults).
Our passion and purpose are to help families! With decades of experience supporting individuals: Counselor, Educational Diagnostician, Dyslexia Specialist, and K-12 teacher; Diagnostic and Counseling Services is a trusted resource for families and individuals facing life's challenges. Whether a member of your family is in need of individual, marriage, or group counseling or your student is struggling with reading & math skills, anxiety, focus, cognitive delays, prepping transcripts, or considering a change in school setting - We can help!
Counseling: children (play therapy), adolescents, individuals, marriage, family, group; Evaluations: learning (dyslexia, dyscalculia, specific learning disability), intellectual (children and adults), behavioral (ADHD & anxiety in children and adults), academic progress (children, teens, adults).
Our passion and purpose are to help families! With decades of experience supporting individuals: Counselor, Educational Diagnostician, Dyslexia Specialist, and K-12 teacher; Diagnostic and Counseling Services is a trusted resource for families and individuals facing life's challenges. Whether a member of your family is in need of individual, marriage, or group counseling or your student is struggling with reading & math skills, anxiety, focus, cognitive delays, prepping transcripts, or considering a change in school setting - We can help!
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I am trained in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Parent- Child Interaction, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy.
I have 20+ years of experience working in psychiatric hospitals, medical facilities, community health centers, pediatric clinics, schools, and residential treatment centers. I offered many years to working with children, adolescents, parents, and families through child protective services, rape crisis centers, shelters, neighborhood centers, and adoption centers. I am experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders including PTSD, Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, & Psychosis including the management of other symptoms that stem from family/ relationship conflict, social difficulties, poor school performance, and violence/ abuse.
I am trained in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Parent- Child Interaction, Mindfulness, Play Therapy, Interpersonal Therapy, Marriage and Family Therapy, Couples Therapy and Group Therapy.
I have 20+ years of experience working in psychiatric hospitals, medical facilities, community health centers, pediatric clinics, schools, and residential treatment centers. I offered many years to working with children, adolescents, parents, and families through child protective services, rape crisis centers, shelters, neighborhood centers, and adoption centers. I am experienced in the diagnosis and treatment of disorders including PTSD, Depression, Trauma, Anxiety, & Psychosis including the management of other symptoms that stem from family/ relationship conflict, social difficulties, poor school performance, and violence/ abuse.
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I have worked in the public school setting for over 15 years providing behavioral consultation and social skills counseling to children with autism, ADHD, and emotional/behavioral difficulties. My goal is to help children and adolescents who have difficulty understanding and expressing their feelings find more successful ways to interact with others, and to problem solve every day challenges.
I have worked in the public school setting for over 15 years providing behavioral consultation and social skills counseling to children with autism, ADHD, and emotional/behavioral difficulties. My goal is to help children and adolescents who have difficulty understanding and expressing their feelings find more successful ways to interact with others, and to problem solve every day challenges.
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Welcome! My name is Vincent Hochstatter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with over 10 years experience in the mental health field serving individuals, adolescents and families. I specialize in several issues in including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, and life transitions, amongst others.
Welcome! My name is Vincent Hochstatter and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with over 10 years experience in the mental health field serving individuals, adolescents and families. I specialize in several issues in including anxiety, depression, relationship issues, stress, and life transitions, amongst others.
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I love working with "quirky" kids and am skilled at assessing children who have complex behaviors. I have experience working with early childhood disorders, social skills, parenting, and school issues. I specialize in comprehensive evaluations and devising treatment interventions for Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disabilities (reading, writing, math), Dyslexia, Developmental Delays, Anxiety, Depression, and much more. In addition to being a Licensed Psychologist (LP), I am a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP).
I love working with "quirky" kids and am skilled at assessing children who have complex behaviors. I have experience working with early childhood disorders, social skills, parenting, and school issues. I specialize in comprehensive evaluations and devising treatment interventions for Autism, ADHD, Intellectual Disability, Specific Learning Disabilities (reading, writing, math), Dyslexia, Developmental Delays, Anxiety, Depression, and much more. In addition to being a Licensed Psychologist (LP), I am a Nationally Certified School Psychologist (NCSP) and Licensed Specialist in School Psychology (LSSP).
MYS Counseling & Assessment
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EdD, CART
Verified Verified
Alvin, TX 77511
Our team is focused on helping our clients and their families find peace and success in their home, work and relationships through our unique method. It is brief and solution-focused, enabling clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and be the person they know they can be. Our therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists are of one mind, that you are unique and valuable, and have the potential to succeed in life and relationships. Our brief therapy period focuses on helping you know how your brain is tripping you up and how it can heal you as well, know yourself better than ever, and reclaim lost self-esteem and freedom!
Our team is focused on helping our clients and their families find peace and success in their home, work and relationships through our unique method. It is brief and solution-focused, enabling clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and be the person they know they can be. Our therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists are of one mind, that you are unique and valuable, and have the potential to succeed in life and relationships. Our brief therapy period focuses on helping you know how your brain is tripping you up and how it can heal you as well, know yourself better than ever, and reclaim lost self-esteem and freedom!
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At Spencer’s Adventure, I believe in the transformative power of therapy to illuminate the way towards emotional well-being & inner peace. My mission is to provide a safe & nurturing space where individuals can embark on their unique journey of self-discovery, healing, & growth. Guided by compassion, empathy, & respect for each individual’s inherent worth, I am dedicated to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust & collaboration. I recognize the inherent strength within each person & strive to empower my clients to overcome challenges, embrace their authentic selves, & cultivate a fulfilling life aligned with their values.
At Spencer’s Adventure, I believe in the transformative power of therapy to illuminate the way towards emotional well-being & inner peace. My mission is to provide a safe & nurturing space where individuals can embark on their unique journey of self-discovery, healing, & growth. Guided by compassion, empathy, & respect for each individual’s inherent worth, I am dedicated to fostering a therapeutic alliance built on trust & collaboration. I recognize the inherent strength within each person & strive to empower my clients to overcome challenges, embrace their authentic selves, & cultivate a fulfilling life aligned with their values.
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Counseling Connections for Change, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Alvin, TX 77511
We believe everyone should experience hope and we believe mental health matters. Through our faith-based counseling, education and collaboration efforts, we are the bridge to life-changing solutions. Since 2007, our professional counseling team has helped thousands find hope and improved quality of life. Our agency is trauma-informed and uses evidence-based interventions. We are trained to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and whole families. Whether you’ve experienced a sudden loss, or struggle with an ongoing issue, our team is dedicated to supporting your needs.
We believe everyone should experience hope and we believe mental health matters. Through our faith-based counseling, education and collaboration efforts, we are the bridge to life-changing solutions. Since 2007, our professional counseling team has helped thousands find hope and improved quality of life. Our agency is trauma-informed and uses evidence-based interventions. We are trained to meet the unique needs of individuals, couples, and whole families. Whether you’ve experienced a sudden loss, or struggle with an ongoing issue, our team is dedicated to supporting your needs.
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Majestic Counseling and Consulting LLC.
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC-S, NCC, CSC
Verified Verified
Alvin, TX 77511
Majestic Counseling and Consulting, LLC. offers treatment for a wide range of mental health problems. These problems include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, stress, and co-occurring issues. Our therapists use evidence-based treatments to meet the needs of each client. At Majestic Counseling and Consulting, LLC. you can expect to find competent, caring, and professional therapists who will listen without judgment in a nurturing atmosphere.
Majestic Counseling and Consulting, LLC. offers treatment for a wide range of mental health problems. These problems include, but are not limited to, depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment disorder, bipolar disorder, grief, trauma, stress, and co-occurring issues. Our therapists use evidence-based treatments to meet the needs of each client. At Majestic Counseling and Consulting, LLC. you can expect to find competent, caring, and professional therapists who will listen without judgment in a nurturing atmosphere.
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Accepting new clients! Call 713-678-0403 ext. 0 to schedule! Are you ready to explore the stories that have shaped you? If you're looking for a warm, welcoming, judgment-free space, I'd love to hear from you. I’m here to offer compassionate counseling for children, adolescents, and adults, combining my experience as an educator with clinical training and a passion for artistic expression. I’m dedicated to creating a warm, nurturing space for everyone. Using evidence-based practices like EMDR, CBT, and more, I gently guide clients in exploring their thoughts and feelings, fostering growth and resilience at their own pace.
Accepting new clients! Call 713-678-0403 ext. 0 to schedule! Are you ready to explore the stories that have shaped you? If you're looking for a warm, welcoming, judgment-free space, I'd love to hear from you. I’m here to offer compassionate counseling for children, adolescents, and adults, combining my experience as an educator with clinical training and a passion for artistic expression. I’m dedicated to creating a warm, nurturing space for everyone. Using evidence-based practices like EMDR, CBT, and more, I gently guide clients in exploring their thoughts and feelings, fostering growth and resilience at their own pace.
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Collective Pathways Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT-S, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Manvel, TX 77578 (Online Only)
Healing is possible. Are you tired of experiencing dissatisfaction and distress? Are you feeling lonely and fearful that no one understands you? Isolation and avoidance can oftentimes lead to further anxiety and depression. Whether it is due to life's circumstances, a difficult relationship, or a transitional time in life, I am here to listen and help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for working with issues in parenting and behavior management, and infidelity in relationships. I am trained to work with children ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, couple, family and group services.
Healing is possible. Are you tired of experiencing dissatisfaction and distress? Are you feeling lonely and fearful that no one understands you? Isolation and avoidance can oftentimes lead to further anxiety and depression. Whether it is due to life's circumstances, a difficult relationship, or a transitional time in life, I am here to listen and help. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with a passion for working with issues in parenting and behavior management, and infidelity in relationships. I am trained to work with children ages 5+, adolescents, and adults. I provide individual, couple, family and group services.
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I specialize in mood and behavioral disorders.
I work with young children, tweens, and teens to build self-awareness, compassion, and healthy communication. Most of the individuals with whom I work suffer with social skills, anxiety, poor self-image, or impulse control concerns. I use a collaborative style of treatment that includes input from the child themselves, the parents, and other health care providers. I believe it is crucial to consider developmental level, motivation, support systems, and current strengths to help build healthier forms of coping.
I specialize in mood and behavioral disorders.
I work with young children, tweens, and teens to build self-awareness, compassion, and healthy communication. Most of the individuals with whom I work suffer with social skills, anxiety, poor self-image, or impulse control concerns. I use a collaborative style of treatment that includes input from the child themselves, the parents, and other health care providers. I believe it is crucial to consider developmental level, motivation, support systems, and current strengths to help build healthier forms of coping.
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My ideal client includes working with men, women, children, adolescents and families. I address a variety of issues including, life problems including work stress, trauma, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, legal issues, grief, immigration issues, anxiety and depression and substance abuse.
My ideal client includes working with men, women, children, adolescents and families. I address a variety of issues including, life problems including work stress, trauma, behavioral issues, developmental disabilities, legal issues, grief, immigration issues, anxiety and depression and substance abuse.
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Rachael Edelman
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
I have experience using Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapies, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy, as well as Art and Play Therapy.
My therapeutic style involves helping you to arrive at insight, strategies, and tools that you can begin using immediately to make positive change in your life. I want to be able to create a safe place for you where you do not feel judged. I want you to be able to share your concerns and thoughts openly and freely with me. I love to provide you with concrete tools wherever possible and help you to have a plan for the following days before our next session, if that is the pace you would like to move at Most importantly, we are going to make sure we are making progress on goals that you have for yourself. I will be there to guide you
I have experience using Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapies, Motivational Interviewing, Solution Focused Therapy, Emotion Focused Therapy, and Structural Family Therapy, as well as Art and Play Therapy.
My therapeutic style involves helping you to arrive at insight, strategies, and tools that you can begin using immediately to make positive change in your life. I want to be able to create a safe place for you where you do not feel judged. I want you to be able to share your concerns and thoughts openly and freely with me. I love to provide you with concrete tools wherever possible and help you to have a plan for the following days before our next session, if that is the pace you would like to move at Most importantly, we are going to make sure we are making progress on goals that you have for yourself. I will be there to guide you
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Bob Paluszak
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77581
I frequently use Behavioral Therapy.
At times our responsibilities, emotions, and relationships create stress and anxiety in our lives. Not knowing where to turn to get help is an uncomfortable feeling. I will help you look at all aspects of your life in the counseling process. You have made choices, experienced emotions, and created relationships that are a integral part of who you are. There are variables from these areas that can be explored in your sessions. My goal is to create an environment that allows you to travel down a path to positive solutions.
I frequently use Behavioral Therapy.
At times our responsibilities, emotions, and relationships create stress and anxiety in our lives. Not knowing where to turn to get help is an uncomfortable feeling. I will help you look at all aspects of your life in the counseling process. You have made choices, experienced emotions, and created relationships that are a integral part of who you are. There are variables from these areas that can be explored in your sessions. My goal is to create an environment that allows you to travel down a path to positive solutions.
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Cody Dean Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584 (Online Only)
I help using a unique Cognitive Behavioral approach, fusing science and spirituality (if desired by client).
Clients that are experiencing relational issues including but not limited to adulteries/affairs, communication issues, and general strengthening of relationships. Clients experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, impulse control issues, and anger management are my specialty. I have a history of working extensively with clients recovering from traumatic experiences.
I help using a unique Cognitive Behavioral approach, fusing science and spirituality (if desired by client).
Clients that are experiencing relational issues including but not limited to adulteries/affairs, communication issues, and general strengthening of relationships. Clients experiencing anxiety, depressive symptoms, impulse control issues, and anger management are my specialty. I have a history of working extensively with clients recovering from traumatic experiences.
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Ali Vasquez
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Manvel, TX 77578
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Have you been feeling stuck in the same cycle that isn't working? Perhaps you've begun to notice physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches or muscle tension in your body. Learning to manage your emotions and how to better communicate with loved ones can help make a big impact in relieving those physical symptoms. Reaching out for support can be the start of your healing journey. I believe that we all have the ability to change our future for the better. While change may not always be easy or comfortable, the reward is almost always worth it. All your wounds deserve healing.
I specialize in Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Trauma Focused CBT, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and Solution Focused Brief Therapy.
Have you been feeling stuck in the same cycle that isn't working? Perhaps you've begun to notice physical symptoms such as headaches, stomachaches or muscle tension in your body. Learning to manage your emotions and how to better communicate with loved ones can help make a big impact in relieving those physical symptoms. Reaching out for support can be the start of your healing journey. I believe that we all have the ability to change our future for the better. While change may not always be easy or comfortable, the reward is almost always worth it. All your wounds deserve healing.
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SFBCounselingservices
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584
From play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, movement therapy, mindfulness therapy and more.
I have experience working with individual's and families dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, dual diagnosis, child and adolescent behavioral issues and health and lifestyle issues. I also provide parenting, anger management, decisions making skills and domestic violence recovery for victims group and individual therapy.
From play therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, movement therapy, mindfulness therapy and more.
I have experience working with individual's and families dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, life transitions, dual diagnosis, child and adolescent behavioral issues and health and lifestyle issues. I also provide parenting, anger management, decisions making skills and domestic violence recovery for victims group and individual therapy.
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Vielka Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pearland, TX 77584
Waitlist for new clients
Incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered and holistic approaches.
Clients ranging with concerns with problems dealing emotional disturbance, anxiety, depression, change of life issues, parent-child relational problems, trauma. Clients having issues social settings, managing depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms and traumatic triggers that want to manage symptoms.
Incorporating cognitive behavioral therapy, trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy, person-centered and holistic approaches.
Clients ranging with concerns with problems dealing emotional disturbance, anxiety, depression, change of life issues, parent-child relational problems, trauma. Clients having issues social settings, managing depressive symptoms, anxiety symptoms and traumatic triggers that want to manage symptoms.
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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.