Behavioral Issues Therapists in Fair Oaks, TX

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Jen Belz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, TX 78015
Touching Lives, Inspiring Life.., I am an experienced Christian counselor with specialized skills for youth, individuals, couples, & families. I am passionate to bring healing hope to those hurting & hopeless. I have collaborated to expand into a Group Practice with 12 more vetted, seasoned Christian Counselors to provide quality services to Boerne, the Texas Hill Country, and the state of Texas. We offer quality Christian Counseling in our beautiful office and through Telehealth.
Touching Lives, Inspiring Life.., I am an experienced Christian counselor with specialized skills for youth, individuals, couples, & families. I am passionate to bring healing hope to those hurting & hopeless. I have collaborated to expand into a Group Practice with 12 more vetted, seasoned Christian Counselors to provide quality services to Boerne, the Texas Hill Country, and the state of Texas. We offer quality Christian Counseling in our beautiful office and through Telehealth.
(830) 532-5660 View (830) 532-5660
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Liz Keator
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fair Oaks, TX 78015
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I believe self-exploration takes courage, and a genuine therapeutic connection is built with compassion and the freedom to grow. I am committed to meeting clients wherever they are in their personal journey, as we seek new perspectives, hope and healing. I received a Bachelor's from Texas Tech, a Master's from Lubbock Christian & have a range of clinical experience as a counselor with children and adolescents, a bereavement counselor, a collegiate counselor in a residential treatment center for drug & alcohol dependence, as well as a therapist in the private practice setting.
Hi! Thank you for taking the time to read my profile. I believe self-exploration takes courage, and a genuine therapeutic connection is built with compassion and the freedom to grow. I am committed to meeting clients wherever they are in their personal journey, as we seek new perspectives, hope and healing. I received a Bachelor's from Texas Tech, a Master's from Lubbock Christian & have a range of clinical experience as a counselor with children and adolescents, a bereavement counselor, a collegiate counselor in a residential treatment center for drug & alcohol dependence, as well as a therapist in the private practice setting.
(806) 482-1506 View (806) 482-1506
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Enrique Gracian
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, TX 78015  (Online Only)
Dr. Enrique I. Gracian joined Therapy Lab in early 2020 while completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute. Therapy Lab clients and the team appreciate the compassion, intellect, and sense of humor that Dr. Gracian brings to his sessions. With his additional expertise in neuroscience—the human brain, Dr. Gracian brings that special insight into his work with clients. He specializes in all Therapy Lab plans and treatments, including the Unified Protocol, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for IBS, DBT-based interpersonal and emotion regulation, positive psychology, VR-enhanced exposure therapy, and crisis response.
Dr. Enrique I. Gracian joined Therapy Lab in early 2020 while completing his Post-Doctoral Fellowship at the UCLA Semel Institute. Therapy Lab clients and the team appreciate the compassion, intellect, and sense of humor that Dr. Gracian brings to his sessions. With his additional expertise in neuroscience—the human brain, Dr. Gracian brings that special insight into his work with clients. He specializes in all Therapy Lab plans and treatments, including the Unified Protocol, CBT for Insomnia, CBT for IBS, DBT-based interpersonal and emotion regulation, positive psychology, VR-enhanced exposure therapy, and crisis response.
(346) 485-3714 View (346) 485-3714
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Leslie Edwards
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks, TX 78015  (Online Only)
Do you feel anxious and worried about the future? Do you feel depressed and don’t know how to get out of the rut? Do you struggle with perfectionism and have a hard time saying ‘no’ to others? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might benefit from counseling! You can learn how to calm your anxious mind and stop racing thoughts. You can figure out what’s holding you back and develop coping mechanisms to feel happier again. You can also discover what makes you a perfectionist and learn how to set healthy boundaries, so you don’t keep burning yourself out. If you want relief, it’s within reach!
Do you feel anxious and worried about the future? Do you feel depressed and don’t know how to get out of the rut? Do you struggle with perfectionism and have a hard time saying ‘no’ to others? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you might benefit from counseling! You can learn how to calm your anxious mind and stop racing thoughts. You can figure out what’s holding you back and develop coping mechanisms to feel happier again. You can also discover what makes you a perfectionist and learn how to set healthy boundaries, so you don’t keep burning yourself out. If you want relief, it’s within reach!
(210) 361-3011 View (210) 361-3011

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Into the Roots Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006
We utilize multiple approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, client/child-centered therapy, and also play therapy.
Are you ready to dig deeper with us? We strive to build strong relationships and help dig deeper 'into the roots' of any challenges that you or your family may be experiencing. Our goal is to ensure that all parties feel connected throughout the treatment process as this contributes positively to the progress in and outside of therapy. We pride ourselves on how quick and efficient our setup process is. Whether or not we are the right service for you, we promise to give you a response and strive to make you feel less-alone in your searching process. Our therapists are ready to be a part of your journey.
We utilize multiple approaches including cognitive behavioral therapy, solution-focused therapy, client/child-centered therapy, and also play therapy.
Are you ready to dig deeper with us? We strive to build strong relationships and help dig deeper 'into the roots' of any challenges that you or your family may be experiencing. Our goal is to ensure that all parties feel connected throughout the treatment process as this contributes positively to the progress in and outside of therapy. We pride ourselves on how quick and efficient our setup process is. Whether or not we are the right service for you, we promise to give you a response and strive to make you feel less-alone in your searching process. Our therapists are ready to be a part of your journey.
(210) 405-9976 View (210) 405-9976
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Roberta M. Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
Counseling and therapy can provide new hope, helping clients discover or redefine the path to achieving goals and bringing deeper meaning to their lives. Roberta believes that each person is unique, with individual purposes and gifts. She works well with individuals, children, adolescents and families, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other integrative therapeutic techniques from a holistic perspective. Roberta has done extensive postgraduate work in art therapy and often utilizes expressive arts therapies and play therapy to help clients work through difficulties and trauma.
Counseling and therapy can provide new hope, helping clients discover or redefine the path to achieving goals and bringing deeper meaning to their lives. Roberta believes that each person is unique, with individual purposes and gifts. She works well with individuals, children, adolescents and families, utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and other integrative therapeutic techniques from a holistic perspective. Roberta has done extensive postgraduate work in art therapy and often utilizes expressive arts therapies and play therapy to help clients work through difficulties and trauma.
(210) 985-9082 View (210) 985-9082
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April Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPS-S, RPT-S, CCPT-S
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I provide play therapy services to children under eight, with a specialization in children three to six. Play therapy is to children what counseling is to adults. If you are concerned about your child's behavior, developmental challenges, or disruptions in the parent- child relationship, play therapy is the recommended approach to help your child. I also offer a variety of services to enhance the parent-child dynamic including expressive art therapy, sand tray, behavioral consultation and family therapy. No matter the issue I will offer encouragement and support in an accepting environment.
I provide play therapy services to children under eight, with a specialization in children three to six. Play therapy is to children what counseling is to adults. If you are concerned about your child's behavior, developmental challenges, or disruptions in the parent- child relationship, play therapy is the recommended approach to help your child. I also offer a variety of services to enhance the parent-child dynamic including expressive art therapy, sand tray, behavioral consultation and family therapy. No matter the issue I will offer encouragement and support in an accepting environment.
(210) 361-4258 View (210) 361-4258
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Family Changes Play Therapy Clinic
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015
Welcome to the Family Changes Play Therapy Clinic. The Clinic specializes in play, art, and sand play therapy, to address the psychosocial, emotional and behavioral difficulties that young children, adolescents, and families experience at various stages of life. Many of these result from the loss of relationships and adjustment issues related to death, divorce, stepfamilies, and adoption.
Welcome to the Family Changes Play Therapy Clinic. The Clinic specializes in play, art, and sand play therapy, to address the psychosocial, emotional and behavioral difficulties that young children, adolescents, and families experience at various stages of life. Many of these result from the loss of relationships and adjustment issues related to death, divorce, stepfamilies, and adoption.
(210) 417-4958 View (210) 417-4958
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Yvonne Briones Elias
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78015
I utilize play therapy with children to facilitate process and communication and employ cognitive behavioral tools while working closely with parents and families.
I am a clinical psychologist with experience over twenty plus years providing family, couples, and individual counseling, play therapy, psychological assessment, and bilingual (English/Spanish) services to a client base spanning from young children to adolescents and adults. My extensive experience as a clinician and diagnostician includes working with ADHD, trauma, PTSD, anxiety based problems, depression, relational concerns, sports related concerns, and anger management, contributing to my approach to counseling grounded in the premise that the therapeutic relationship is essential in gaining meaning and resolving the conflicts that arise within our human experience.
I utilize play therapy with children to facilitate process and communication and employ cognitive behavioral tools while working closely with parents and families.
I am a clinical psychologist with experience over twenty plus years providing family, couples, and individual counseling, play therapy, psychological assessment, and bilingual (English/Spanish) services to a client base spanning from young children to adolescents and adults. My extensive experience as a clinician and diagnostician includes working with ADHD, trauma, PTSD, anxiety based problems, depression, relational concerns, sports related concerns, and anger management, contributing to my approach to counseling grounded in the premise that the therapeutic relationship is essential in gaining meaning and resolving the conflicts that arise within our human experience.
(210) 598-5195 View (210) 598-5195
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Randy Adkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I enjoy working with a diverse clientele and offer hour-long early, late (as late as 7pm) appointments for busy people and accept major insurance plans. I am open to working with complicated and difficult situations or those who just need help meeting their personal goals. I love what I do and I love helping clients find what they are looking for. I want to make our sessions enjoyable and something to look forward to. I enjoy working with clients with Asperger's/Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy for highly motivated clients.
I enjoy working with a diverse clientele and offer hour-long early, late (as late as 7pm) appointments for busy people and accept major insurance plans. I am open to working with complicated and difficult situations or those who just need help meeting their personal goals. I love what I do and I love helping clients find what they are looking for. I want to make our sessions enjoyable and something to look forward to. I enjoy working with clients with Asperger's/Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy for highly motivated clients.
(830) 264-2064 View (830) 264-2064
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Jesus Aranda Bilingual
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006
I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed psychologist. I am the Director of Behavioral Health team at Centric Physicians in San Antonio. Clinically, my role is to perform advanced and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of adults to help diagnose, and assist with treatment of brain degenerative diseases (dementia), traumatic brain injury, and other brain pathology. I provide services in post-acute and sub-acute care facilities in San Antonio. In addition, I do forensic assessments to help lawyers and judges answer psycholegal questions.
I'm a bilingual (Spanish/English) licensed psychologist. I am the Director of Behavioral Health team at Centric Physicians in San Antonio. Clinically, my role is to perform advanced and comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations of adults to help diagnose, and assist with treatment of brain degenerative diseases (dementia), traumatic brain injury, and other brain pathology. I provide services in post-acute and sub-acute care facilities in San Antonio. In addition, I do forensic assessments to help lawyers and judges answer psycholegal questions.
(210) 625-8474 View (210) 625-8474
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Mind Right Sport Psychology
Counselor, EdD
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
We offer mental skill training for athletes of all levels, professionals looking for an edge, weekend warriors, and anyone who wants to build a strong mental game. Skills like mental toughness, anxiety and emotion management around performance, focus, routine, visualization, and goal setting are all trainable. We take a cognitive behavioral approach, combined with sport and performance psychology principles, Self-Determination Theory, and Positive Psychology, to build a high-performance mindset. You will learn to consistently perform at the high end of your abilities and manage obstacles, slumps, or distractions when they arise.
We offer mental skill training for athletes of all levels, professionals looking for an edge, weekend warriors, and anyone who wants to build a strong mental game. Skills like mental toughness, anxiety and emotion management around performance, focus, routine, visualization, and goal setting are all trainable. We take a cognitive behavioral approach, combined with sport and performance psychology principles, Self-Determination Theory, and Positive Psychology, to build a high-performance mindset. You will learn to consistently perform at the high end of your abilities and manage obstacles, slumps, or distractions when they arise.
(210) 943-9341 View (210) 943-9341
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Chenite Tyus
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015
I have an abundance of experience working with pre-teens and adolescents that struggle with anxiety, depression, gender identity, self-worth, and behavior modification.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2020, along with my Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2013. Currently, I am seeking a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. During my internships and employment experiences I worked with the youth population that experienced trauma and struggle with substance addiction. In my career development, I worked with diverse populations, including the IDD and corrections populations.
I have an abundance of experience working with pre-teens and adolescents that struggle with anxiety, depression, gender identity, self-worth, and behavior modification.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who earned my Master of Science in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Capella University in 2020, along with my Bachelor of Science in Psychology in 2013. Currently, I am seeking a doctorate in Clinical Psychology from Walden University. During my internships and employment experiences I worked with the youth population that experienced trauma and struggle with substance addiction. In my career development, I worked with diverse populations, including the IDD and corrections populations.
(346) 770-3922 View (346) 770-3922
Patrick M. Clancey
Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I am especially successful with persons who are anxious and depressed, and am often able to assist them to develop new patterns of behavior that allow for the development of new responses to ongoing issues in their lives.
I am here to assist you to reach your full potential. As such, we will work together to understand and eliminate whatever holds you back from reaching your goals and obtaining whatever is necessary to make your life work. Together, we will build a future that beckons you on, and fills you with hope and peace. We will turn your problems into opportunities for growth and personal enrichment.
I am especially successful with persons who are anxious and depressed, and am often able to assist them to develop new patterns of behavior that allow for the development of new responses to ongoing issues in their lives.
I am here to assist you to reach your full potential. As such, we will work together to understand and eliminate whatever holds you back from reaching your goals and obtaining whatever is necessary to make your life work. Together, we will build a future that beckons you on, and fills you with hope and peace. We will turn your problems into opportunities for growth and personal enrichment.
(210) 428-6960 View (210) 428-6960
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Paula Mokry With Genesis Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of stressors including anxiety, divorce, relationship difficulties, child behavioral problems, grief and loss, depression and survivors of physical and sexual abuse.
I provide confidential therapy to adults, couples, adolescents, and children. I offer an open-minded and non-judgmental approach to my clients when everyday problems become too overwhelming to handle on their own. I create a warm relaxing environment so clients feel comfortable exploring their situation and together we can find solutions. I am open to seeing either just the individual or incorporating members of the family to help achieve the best outcome through therapy. When working with children, I often use play therapy techniques including art therapy to help children express their feelings through play.
I have worked with clients experiencing a wide range of stressors including anxiety, divorce, relationship difficulties, child behavioral problems, grief and loss, depression and survivors of physical and sexual abuse.
I provide confidential therapy to adults, couples, adolescents, and children. I offer an open-minded and non-judgmental approach to my clients when everyday problems become too overwhelming to handle on their own. I create a warm relaxing environment so clients feel comfortable exploring their situation and together we can find solutions. I am open to seeing either just the individual or incorporating members of the family to help achieve the best outcome through therapy. When working with children, I often use play therapy techniques including art therapy to help children express their feelings through play.
(210) 899-0584 View (210) 899-0584
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Michelle B. Viro, Ph.D., P.A.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
Experience peace and achieve lasting change through compassionate and individualized treatment. Welcome, I am Dr. Michelle Viro, Licensed Psychologist with 20 years of extensive experience dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults and families, who have a wide range of concerns from daily stress to serious mental health complications, make transitions through life to become fully functioning. My approach combines cognitive, behavioral, social, and developmental psychology to address issues that interfere with attaining your true potential while navigating life's path. The goal of this approach is to help you develop new perspectives and possibilities by learning to evaluate your own and others beliefs.
Experience peace and achieve lasting change through compassionate and individualized treatment. Welcome, I am Dr. Michelle Viro, Licensed Psychologist with 20 years of extensive experience dedicated to helping children, adolescents, adults and families, who have a wide range of concerns from daily stress to serious mental health complications, make transitions through life to become fully functioning. My approach combines cognitive, behavioral, social, and developmental psychology to address issues that interfere with attaining your true potential while navigating life's path. The goal of this approach is to help you develop new perspectives and possibilities by learning to evaluate your own and others beliefs.
(281) 831-9852 View (281) 831-9852
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Steven L Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I am an encouraging therapist who is passionate about helping others reach their goals and experience hope and healing. My therapy approach is rooted in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I have found this approach very effective with a multitude of issues. CBT is strongly supported in the professional literature as having verifiable evidence of success. As a Christian, I like the emphasis CBT has on the importance of building truth into our lives and how important it is to speak truth to ourselves.
I am an encouraging therapist who is passionate about helping others reach their goals and experience hope and healing. My therapy approach is rooted in the principles of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I have found this approach very effective with a multitude of issues. CBT is strongly supported in the professional literature as having verifiable evidence of success. As a Christian, I like the emphasis CBT has on the importance of building truth into our lives and how important it is to speak truth to ourselves.
(210) 460-6488 View (210) 460-6488
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Rivers Edge Counseling and Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EMDR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015
Waitlist for new clients
Sometimes whatever is going on has something to with “stuff” from the past. When that happens I believe we tend to get stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving in our present and impacts our relationship with others and even ourselves. People I work with generally are looking to feel fully alive and free in the present without being bogged down from the past. A lot of my people are looking for encouragement, guidance and someone to be their cheer leader.
Sometimes whatever is going on has something to with “stuff” from the past. When that happens I believe we tend to get stuck in unhelpful patterns of thinking, feeling and behaving in our present and impacts our relationship with others and even ourselves. People I work with generally are looking to feel fully alive and free in the present without being bogged down from the past. A lot of my people are looking for encouragement, guidance and someone to be their cheer leader.
(979) 475-9872 View (979) 475-9872
Michael Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I work best with clients seeking to define and engage with the issues that are hindering their ability to function well, be happy and healthy. I am a direct, but not a directive therapist. I believe that given the strategies and tools to navigate through difficult situations most people are capable of doing what is needed to live life to the fullest. That includes one of my favorite populations, teenagers. I also enjoy treating patients, persons who will likely be managing a psychiatric condition throughout their lifetime with a combination of medical management and psychotherapy.
I work best with clients seeking to define and engage with the issues that are hindering their ability to function well, be happy and healthy. I am a direct, but not a directive therapist. I believe that given the strategies and tools to navigate through difficult situations most people are capable of doing what is needed to live life to the fullest. That includes one of my favorite populations, teenagers. I also enjoy treating patients, persons who will likely be managing a psychiatric condition throughout their lifetime with a combination of medical management and psychotherapy.
(210) 714-1672 View (210) 714-1672
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Yvonne Tejeda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PLLC, RYT200
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
Hello, I’m a licensed therapist in SA & Spring Branch TX, specialized in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and chronic pain. I use evidence-based treatment modalities such as EMDR or TF-CBT, somatic psychotherapy for body regulation and reconnection of mind and body. I’m a Hatha yoga certified teacher, an original yoga practiced thousands of years ago that has transformed human beings to transcend to higher states of consciousness, releasing mental, emotional and physical illness and daily stressors in order to return to original state of wellness and inner peace.
Hello, I’m a licensed therapist in SA & Spring Branch TX, specialized in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and chronic pain. I use evidence-based treatment modalities such as EMDR or TF-CBT, somatic psychotherapy for body regulation and reconnection of mind and body. I’m a Hatha yoga certified teacher, an original yoga practiced thousands of years ago that has transformed human beings to transcend to higher states of consciousness, releasing mental, emotional and physical illness and daily stressors in order to return to original state of wellness and inner peace.
(210) 844-1296 View (210) 844-1296

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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.