Behavioral Issues Therapists in Kerrville, TX

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Christopher Loup
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients with anxiety, anger, trauma, depression, grief, and change of life issues.
Life can be challenging when issues pop up and you run out of ways to cope. Sometimes the route to happiness is short and simple. Sometimes it takes work to achieve peace of mind. Learning coping skills or thought replacement are just a few ways to help clients move into a better headspace.
I primarily use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help clients with anxiety, anger, trauma, depression, grief, and change of life issues.
Life can be challenging when issues pop up and you run out of ways to cope. Sometimes the route to happiness is short and simple. Sometimes it takes work to achieve peace of mind. Learning coping skills or thought replacement are just a few ways to help clients move into a better headspace.
(830) 971-0644 View (830) 971-0644
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April Brown
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPS-S, RPT-S, CCPT-S
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
I provide play therapy services to children under ten, with a specialization in children three to seven. 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 ten, with a specialization in children three to seven. 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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Joni Chavez-Martell
Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
A variety of skilled and trained concepts are utilized to include cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, couples therapy, anger (communication and expression), dialectical behavior, and psycho-educational learning for abusive situations.
I specialize in grief, divorce, abuse, adoption, military issues, PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, personality disorders, and adjustments associated with life's negative experiences. I work with adults both in individual or couples' counseling. Iam trained in Acceptance Commitment Therapy and in trauma focus interventions.
A variety of skilled and trained concepts are utilized to include cognitive behavioral techniques, Acceptance and Commitment therapy, couples therapy, anger (communication and expression), dialectical behavior, and psycho-educational learning for abusive situations.
I specialize in grief, divorce, abuse, adoption, military issues, PTSD, depression, anxiety, anger, personality disorders, and adjustments associated with life's negative experiences. I work with adults both in individual or couples' counseling. Iam trained in Acceptance Commitment Therapy and in trauma focus interventions.
(210) 871-1175 View (210) 871-1175
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David Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kerrville, TX 78028
Waitlist for new clients
I have worked in Co-occurring Disorder settings using Cognitive Behavioral, Existential, Person Centered, Feminist, the Minnesota Model, and Eclectic Therapies.
The individual experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, anger, and\or relationship issues is the individual I enjoy working with. I am stoked working with an individual ready to look seriously into the root of the problem\s and follow suggested recommendations in order to make changes in her\his life.
I have worked in Co-occurring Disorder settings using Cognitive Behavioral, Existential, Person Centered, Feminist, the Minnesota Model, and Eclectic Therapies.
The individual experiencing depression, anxiety, addiction, anger, and\or relationship issues is the individual I enjoy working with. I am stoked working with an individual ready to look seriously into the root of the problem\s and follow suggested recommendations in order to make changes in her\his life.
(830) 251-4467 View (830) 251-4467
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Patricia Shaw
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028  (Online Only)
The most common theoretical approaches I use in my practice include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy and Trauma Focused Therapy.
I am Dr. Patricia Shaw, a licensed therapist. I have over 28 years experience teaching, supervising, and practicing evidenced-based approaches for those experiencing issues with addiction, trauma. depression, relationships, and a wide variety of other life challenges. I am licensed in Texas with over 28 years of professional work experience. I typically work with clients experiencing challenges with stress and anxiety, sexual identity, coping with addictions, marital and relationship issues, & trauma and abuse.
The most common theoretical approaches I use in my practice include, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Client-Centered Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Solution-Focused Therapy and Trauma Focused Therapy.
I am Dr. Patricia Shaw, a licensed therapist. I have over 28 years experience teaching, supervising, and practicing evidenced-based approaches for those experiencing issues with addiction, trauma. depression, relationships, and a wide variety of other life challenges. I am licensed in Texas with over 28 years of professional work experience. I typically work with clients experiencing challenges with stress and anxiety, sexual identity, coping with addictions, marital and relationship issues, & trauma and abuse.
(346) 559-2983 View (346) 559-2983
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Pamela Siobhan Hoch
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
You seek quality professional counseling to heal wounds, to enhance your well-being in emotional, mental, social or behavioral difficulties and life changes, or help when life becomes unmanageable. The key factor is the therapeutic relationship that you and I develop as we work together in a warm and safe "place" where your words and challenges are held sacred and confidential.
You seek quality professional counseling to heal wounds, to enhance your well-being in emotional, mental, social or behavioral difficulties and life changes, or help when life becomes unmanageable. The key factor is the therapeutic relationship that you and I develop as we work together in a warm and safe "place" where your words and challenges are held sacred and confidential.
(830) 319-3020 View (830) 319-3020
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Ron Rickerhauser, Ph.D., LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
I enjoy helping my clients work toward change when dealing with difficult situations. My training and education have given me an understanding of cognition, memory, and learning, which directs me to favor a cognitive- behavioral approach (CBT) to counseling. CBT is based on the idea that perceptual beliefs greatly influence our behavior and emotions. I believe that effective change can be facilitated through a better understanding of how we perceive our situations.
I enjoy helping my clients work toward change when dealing with difficult situations. My training and education have given me an understanding of cognition, memory, and learning, which directs me to favor a cognitive- behavioral approach (CBT) to counseling. CBT is based on the idea that perceptual beliefs greatly influence our behavior and emotions. I believe that effective change can be facilitated through a better understanding of how we perceive our situations.
(830) 224-2813 View (830) 224-2813
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Randy Adkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
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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Jeffrey N. McDaniel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
For people experiencing marital problems, child behavior issues, stress from work, blended families, financial, grief, divorce and custody conflicts, anger, substance abuse, depression and anxiety issues, I specialize in brief, solution focused therapeutic approaches.
As a therapist working for over twenty-five years with Family Counseling Service, Charlie's Place Recovery Center, multiple Employee Assistance Programs, and in private practice, I have assisted many employees of the City of Corpus Christi, CCISD, the RTA, Christus Spohn Health Care Systems, and many national EAP Programs. I worked for over 15 years in the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center, am a Designated Mental Health Provider for multiple State Licensing Boards, and as a Critical Incident Stress De-Briefer. My experience has taught me that there are life situations that people go through which can benefit from counseling.
For people experiencing marital problems, child behavior issues, stress from work, blended families, financial, grief, divorce and custody conflicts, anger, substance abuse, depression and anxiety issues, I specialize in brief, solution focused therapeutic approaches.
As a therapist working for over twenty-five years with Family Counseling Service, Charlie's Place Recovery Center, multiple Employee Assistance Programs, and in private practice, I have assisted many employees of the City of Corpus Christi, CCISD, the RTA, Christus Spohn Health Care Systems, and many national EAP Programs. I worked for over 15 years in the Nueces County Juvenile Justice Center, am a Designated Mental Health Provider for multiple State Licensing Boards, and as a Critical Incident Stress De-Briefer. My experience has taught me that there are life situations that people go through which can benefit from counseling.
(361) 867-3039 View (361) 867-3039
Cynthia K Swope
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, BCN
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
For example, there have been many subtypes of ADD/ADHD identified in scientific research - these cannot be diagnosed from just observing behavior.
As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist I work with individuals, couples, and families. Integrating advances in applied neuroscience, I provide Neurofeedback as an alternative, and drug-free treatment for ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, traumatic brain injury, migraines, sports and academic performance, and a wide variety of other issues. I offer Neurofeedback in the course of therapy, or as a stand alone treatment. I am also certified in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), a trauma resolution therapy. My therapeutic approaches are individually designed to assist clients in reaching their specific goals.
For example, there have been many subtypes of ADD/ADHD identified in scientific research - these cannot be diagnosed from just observing behavior.
As a licensed Marriage & Family Therapist I work with individuals, couples, and families. Integrating advances in applied neuroscience, I provide Neurofeedback as an alternative, and drug-free treatment for ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, trauma, traumatic brain injury, migraines, sports and academic performance, and a wide variety of other issues. I offer Neurofeedback in the course of therapy, or as a stand alone treatment. I am also certified in ART (Accelerated Resolution Therapy), a trauma resolution therapy. My therapeutic approaches are individually designed to assist clients in reaching their specific goals.
(830) 368-0506 View (830) 368-0506
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Robyn Adkins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kerrville, TX 78028
I provide in office, in-home or virtual counseling options for older adults and disabled individuals for a variety of needs including: Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Coping with Chronic Illness, Caregiver Stress, Family Concerns, and/or Early Stages of Dementia. Happily serving Kerr, Kendall and Gillespie Counties.
I provide in office, in-home or virtual counseling options for older adults and disabled individuals for a variety of needs including: Anxiety, Depression, Grief/Loss, Coping with Chronic Illness, Caregiver Stress, Family Concerns, and/or Early Stages of Dementia. Happily serving Kerr, Kendall and Gillespie Counties.
(830) 365-0802 View (830) 365-0802
Michael Hawkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
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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Sharon Mock
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EdD
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
As a therapist, one needs a compassionate heart for helping people heal brokenness in their lives, and make lasting changes to live and not just exist. My practice stands by this philosophy. I have worked with hospital and private practice clinical settings providing individual, family, and couples treatment for adolescents', adults', and elders' mental health issues. I have presented workshops on the national, state, and local levels in the areas of family relationship issues, adolescent issues, and the education of the emotionally disturbed student in public education. Please don't hesitate to call today to make an appointment.
As a therapist, one needs a compassionate heart for helping people heal brokenness in their lives, and make lasting changes to live and not just exist. My practice stands by this philosophy. I have worked with hospital and private practice clinical settings providing individual, family, and couples treatment for adolescents', adults', and elders' mental health issues. I have presented workshops on the national, state, and local levels in the areas of family relationship issues, adolescent issues, and the education of the emotionally disturbed student in public education. Please don't hesitate to call today to make an appointment.
(281) 682-9548 View (281) 682-9548
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Charles Plafcan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
Hello, my name is Charles Plafcan, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Aging, Alzheimer's, Depression, Grief, and many more. My Clinical approaches are CBT, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I believe that you will succeed if you keep yourself up and going and function fully in your life despite the pandemic.
Hello, my name is Charles Plafcan, and I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor with over 11 years of clinical experience working with various individuals with Aging, Alzheimer's, Depression, Grief, and many more. My Clinical approaches are CBT, Existential Therapy, Mindfulness Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy, and Solution-Focused Therapy. I believe that you will succeed if you keep yourself up and going and function fully in your life despite the pandemic.
(512) 877-1285 View (512) 877-1285
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Terry Rauschuber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kerrville, TX 78028
Often we face many challenges in our lives and need an outlet to figure out the road we will take on this next journey. Dealing with depression and anxiety can add to our level of stress. I have successful experience working with adults and older adults dealing with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, stress, divorce, family and care giving issues. With my previous experience working in hospitals and psychiatric hospitals for adults and older adults I bring skills to help you develop coping strategies as you might face these challenges.
Often we face many challenges in our lives and need an outlet to figure out the road we will take on this next journey. Dealing with depression and anxiety can add to our level of stress. I have successful experience working with adults and older adults dealing with depression and anxiety, grief and loss, stress, divorce, family and care giving issues. With my previous experience working in hospitals and psychiatric hospitals for adults and older adults I bring skills to help you develop coping strategies as you might face these challenges.
(830) 321-7837 View (830) 321-7837
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San Antonio Gifted and Talented
Psychologist, RN, PsyD
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
Do you believe your child is gifted but he or she did not perform well enough on school administered group tests to qualify for gifted services? Is your gifted child performing poorly in school or having difficulties with finding and making friends? Are "typical" parenting techniques ineffective with your gifted child? Do you want to be a more effective advocate for your child at school? San Antonio Gifted and Talented is here to answer your questions and to help guide you in addressing your gifted child's needs.
Do you believe your child is gifted but he or she did not perform well enough on school administered group tests to qualify for gifted services? Is your gifted child performing poorly in school or having difficulties with finding and making friends? Are "typical" parenting techniques ineffective with your gifted child? Do you want to be a more effective advocate for your child at school? San Antonio Gifted and Talented is here to answer your questions and to help guide you in addressing your gifted child's needs.
(210) 899-7374 View (210) 899-7374
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Stewart Counseling & Inspire One, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
I believe the greatest resource for securing a brighter tomorrow begins today by inspiring people to fulfill their potential. Stewart Counseling is professional counseling for families, couples, children and adolescents who believe in taking action toward a flourishing life. Play therapy is generally employed with children 3 through 14 years of age and provides a way for children to express their experiences and feelings through a natural, self-guided, self-healing process. Parent support groups revitalize the art of inspiring independent, self-motivated children and adolescent's fulfillment of their potential in the world.
I believe the greatest resource for securing a brighter tomorrow begins today by inspiring people to fulfill their potential. Stewart Counseling is professional counseling for families, couples, children and adolescents who believe in taking action toward a flourishing life. Play therapy is generally employed with children 3 through 14 years of age and provides a way for children to express their experiences and feelings through a natural, self-guided, self-healing process. Parent support groups revitalize the art of inspiring independent, self-motivated children and adolescent's fulfillment of their potential in the world.
(830) 730-5552 View (830) 730-5552
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Jen Belz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Kerrville, TX 78028
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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Mike Maddry
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MAC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
My ideal client understands that they need a seasoned and perceptive counselor to walk with them in their issues which usually stem from challenging relationships. These could include processing anxiety, depression, marital issues, loss & grief, aging, sexual dysfunction or addiction, life transitions, and navigating the challenges from adolescence all the way through to senior adulthood. My clients are seeking help with today and hope for tomorrow. I work with church hurt issues both for church professionals as well as participants. My hope is to see clients flourish when they feel stuck, and to live life to the fullest!
My ideal client understands that they need a seasoned and perceptive counselor to walk with them in their issues which usually stem from challenging relationships. These could include processing anxiety, depression, marital issues, loss & grief, aging, sexual dysfunction or addiction, life transitions, and navigating the challenges from adolescence all the way through to senior adulthood. My clients are seeking help with today and hope for tomorrow. I work with church hurt issues both for church professionals as well as participants. My hope is to see clients flourish when they feel stuck, and to live life to the fullest!
(830) 293-3167 View (830) 293-3167
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Shantell Jo Olson
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LCDC, NCC
Verified Verified
Kerrville, TX 78028
Hi! It’s so good to meet you! We are not meant to go through life alone. We all need help along the way. I am here to walk along side you and provide experienced guidance as you continue to heal and grow.
Hi! It’s so good to meet you! We are not meant to go through life alone. We all need help along the way. I am here to walk along side you and provide experienced guidance as you continue to heal and grow.
(830) 227-7544 View (830) 227-7544
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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.