Behavioral Issues Therapists in Little Elm, TX
Melanie R Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
I have been providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families since 2010. If your child is struggling with behavior, trauma, or mood disorders, I am here to help. I have also worked with children in the educational system and have knowledge in schools and appropriate supports and accommodations. Due to the nature of teletherapy, older children and teens would benefit most from online therapy, as well as their parents/guardians.
I have been providing counseling services to children, adolescents, and their families since 2010. If your child is struggling with behavior, trauma, or mood disorders, I am here to help. I have also worked with children in the educational system and have knowledge in schools and appropriate supports and accommodations. Due to the nature of teletherapy, older children and teens would benefit most from online therapy, as well as their parents/guardians.
Brittani's Counseling Services, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Elm, TX 75068
Based upon my experience, I have observed frequently asked questions about behavior such as “Why is this happening to me?, Is this normal? What is preventing me from moving forward? etc.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I currently I do not have an office space at the moment. In person meet ups will be in a public setting (ex. park). Location will be determined during initial evaluation. I aim to help identify and process trauma, build self-esteem, create and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships, establish safe and functional boundaries, manage stress, depression and anxiety caused by major life changes. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental environment and a safe space for you to be your true authentic self.
Based upon my experience, I have observed frequently asked questions about behavior such as “Why is this happening to me?, Is this normal? What is preventing me from moving forward? etc.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor. I currently I do not have an office space at the moment. In person meet ups will be in a public setting (ex. park). Location will be determined during initial evaluation. I aim to help identify and process trauma, build self-esteem, create and maintain healthy interpersonal relationships, establish safe and functional boundaries, manage stress, depression and anxiety caused by major life changes. My goal is to provide a non-judgmental environment and a safe space for you to be your true authentic self.
Jaclyn Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with 12 years of experience in mental health. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and young adults address unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Jaclyn specializes in trauma, sexual and physical abuse, anxiety, ADHD, grief, parenting issues, behavioral issues, life transitions, and stress. She has a wealth of experience working with clients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Jaclyn Smith is a Licensed Professional Counselor Supervisor with 12 years of experience in mental health. She is passionate about helping children, adolescents, and young adults address unique challenges and live more fulfilled lives. Jaclyn specializes in trauma, sexual and physical abuse, anxiety, ADHD, grief, parenting issues, behavioral issues, life transitions, and stress. She has a wealth of experience working with clients in inpatient and outpatient settings.
Lindsey has experience working in a domestic violence outreach center, a community health crisis center, and a behavioral day treatment program for children and adolescents. As a part of her experience, Lindsey has worked with children and adults struggling with a variety of concerns, including, but not limited to: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Abuse, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Grief, Relationship Concerns, and Personal Identity.
Lindsey has experience working in a domestic violence outreach center, a community health crisis center, and a behavioral day treatment program for children and adolescents. As a part of her experience, Lindsey has worked with children and adults struggling with a variety of concerns, including, but not limited to: Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Abuse, Trauma, Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar disorder, Grief, Relationship Concerns, and Personal Identity.
Mackenzie utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy by focusing on trauma-informed care while also including client-centered therapy (CCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Mackenzie Threadgill is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 7 years of experience in the counseling field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults identify challenges, heal, and grow to live with more authenticity and happiness. Mackenzie has a specialized focus in trauma studies and PTSD as well as stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, depression, abuse, anger management, and depression. Mackenzie completed her Master's degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with a focus in Trauma work from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Mackenzie utilizes an eclectic approach to therapy by focusing on trauma-informed care while also including client-centered therapy (CCT), cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), dialectical behavior therapy (DBT), eye movement desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR).
Mackenzie Threadgill is a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) with over 7 years of experience in the counseling field. She is passionate about helping adolescents and adults identify challenges, heal, and grow to live with more authenticity and happiness. Mackenzie has a specialized focus in trauma studies and PTSD as well as stress, anxiety, addictions, anger management, depression, abuse, anger management, and depression. Mackenzie completed her Master's degree in Clinical and Counseling Psychology with a focus in Trauma work from Chestnut Hill College in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania.
Ashley Whitney Smith
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Elm, TX 75068
I also work with student athletes who are experiencing emotional and behavioral issues from the pressures of excelling at being both a student and athlete.
I'm a compassionate, concerned and empathetic therapist who wants to provide you "armor to go out and fight your life battles." More times than not, life and its stressors cause depression, anxiety, relationship issues, etc., that can make it difficult to function in everyday settings such as work and with family during interactions. I strive to provide counseling to help you move closer towards your goals and decrease/eliminate the severity of your symptoms.
I also work with student athletes who are experiencing emotional and behavioral issues from the pressures of excelling at being both a student and athlete.
I'm a compassionate, concerned and empathetic therapist who wants to provide you "armor to go out and fight your life battles." More times than not, life and its stressors cause depression, anxiety, relationship issues, etc., that can make it difficult to function in everyday settings such as work and with family during interactions. I strive to provide counseling to help you move closer towards your goals and decrease/eliminate the severity of your symptoms.
Joey M. Santos III
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
Change is fostered through an integrative model of Cognitive Behavioral Modification and Solution-Focused Narrative Therapy.
Counseling can be a very personal journey. A supportive, comfortable and professional therapeutic relationship with a counselor is important to positive outcomes. Clients can expect a collaborative, non-judgemental and accepting experience as they are supported towards change.
Change is fostered through an integrative model of Cognitive Behavioral Modification and Solution-Focused Narrative Therapy.
Counseling can be a very personal journey. A supportive, comfortable and professional therapeutic relationship with a counselor is important to positive outcomes. Clients can expect a collaborative, non-judgemental and accepting experience as they are supported towards change.
Alyssa Floresca
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
In addition to being a Trauma Focused - CBT therapist, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and behavioral issues.
I believe that people show their greatest strength and resiliency if they have an outlet for their emotions and a empathetic guide for how to navigate goals, struggles, triumphs and stress. I practice from a holistic approach that aims to help a client identify and utilize their greatest strengths to achieve wholeness and wellness. I have extensive experience working with victims of crime as an advocate and trauma informed therapist. I love working with children and youth (ages 6-18). Additionally I work with adults who are first responders or medical personnel struggling with work related traumatic stress.
In addition to being a Trauma Focused - CBT therapist, I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and behavioral issues.
I believe that people show their greatest strength and resiliency if they have an outlet for their emotions and a empathetic guide for how to navigate goals, struggles, triumphs and stress. I practice from a holistic approach that aims to help a client identify and utilize their greatest strengths to achieve wholeness and wellness. I have extensive experience working with victims of crime as an advocate and trauma informed therapist. I love working with children and youth (ages 6-18). Additionally I work with adults who are first responders or medical personnel struggling with work related traumatic stress.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more than thirty years and work with couples, families, and individuals 18 years old and up. My areas of specialty are addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, and many more. I use various modalities: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Existential, Exposure Response Prevention, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal, Marital, and Family Therapy. At times this can appear to be difficult, but it is much more difficult to avoid our problems.
I have been a practicing psychotherapist for more than thirty years and work with couples, families, and individuals 18 years old and up. My areas of specialty are addiction, alcohol use, anxiety, anger management, behavioral issues, and many more. I use various modalities: Acceptance and Commitment (ACT), Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Existential, Exposure Response Prevention, Schema Therapy, Interpersonal, Marital, and Family Therapy. At times this can appear to be difficult, but it is much more difficult to avoid our problems.
Behavioral therapies I use include Applied Behavior Analysis, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Exposure and Ritual Prevention.
Are you or a loved one struggling to live a fulfilled life? Is it difficult to navigate the stress of everyday routines, or are your intrusive thoughts holding you back? These feelings can be exhausting, and it is easy to lose your sense of self. Unfortunately, most people learn to avoid the things that cause anxiety and stress, and they fall into a pattern of unhelpful behavior. This can lead to distancing yourself from meaningful relationships and feelings of shame and unhappiness.
Behavioral therapies I use include Applied Behavior Analysis, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Exposure and Ritual Prevention.
Are you or a loved one struggling to live a fulfilled life? Is it difficult to navigate the stress of everyday routines, or are your intrusive thoughts holding you back? These feelings can be exhausting, and it is easy to lose your sense of self. Unfortunately, most people learn to avoid the things that cause anxiety and stress, and they fall into a pattern of unhelpful behavior. This can lead to distancing yourself from meaningful relationships and feelings of shame and unhappiness.
Brianna Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, RPT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
Parents often bring me their children and teens dealing with anxiety, depression, learning disorders, trouble with emotional regulation, or behavioral concerns.
Ready to find help for your little one, tween or teen? Feeling exhausted and confused about how to help them? My specialty is working directly with children from the youngest of ages (4+) through the teen years, while providing parenting education to help you know how to support your kiddo when things get tough.
Parents often bring me their children and teens dealing with anxiety, depression, learning disorders, trouble with emotional regulation, or behavioral concerns.
Ready to find help for your little one, tween or teen? Feeling exhausted and confused about how to help them? My specialty is working directly with children from the youngest of ages (4+) through the teen years, while providing parenting education to help you know how to support your kiddo when things get tough.
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Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence, ADHD (children and adults), as well as social/emotional/behavioral challenges.
I am passionate about working with children, adolescents, and adults who are struggling with anxiety, depression, self-esteem and confidence, ADHD (children and adults), as well as social/emotional/behavioral challenges.
Christina Brooke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
Now accepting new clients! I specialize in working with clients who have trouble managing and controlling their emotions which at times can lead to self destructive and maladaptive behaviors. I was intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy at The Bridge Training Institute in Massachusetts. I currently use DBT and CBT in my practice with adults. My broad goals is to help clients manage their lives in healthier and more satisfying ways. Therapy can often be a challenging process and I provide a nurturing environment through compassion, validation, and humor when needed.
Now accepting new clients! I specialize in working with clients who have trouble managing and controlling their emotions which at times can lead to self destructive and maladaptive behaviors. I was intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy at The Bridge Training Institute in Massachusetts. I currently use DBT and CBT in my practice with adults. My broad goals is to help clients manage their lives in healthier and more satisfying ways. Therapy can often be a challenging process and I provide a nurturing environment through compassion, validation, and humor when needed.
Jessica E Matisoff
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
I began my counseling career in North Texas school districts; working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group settings focusing on social skills, behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression and mood disorders.
I love working with children, adolescents and adults who may struggle with anxiety, depression, family issues, or any other day-to-day challenges. My ideal client's goals would be for them to become the best version of themselves and be ready to work in and outside of therapy; desiring happiness, health, and an overall better sense of belonging and direction for their life. I can help by walking alongside of you as your guide; helping you navigate life's greatest challenges through kindness, support, and self awareness.
I began my counseling career in North Texas school districts; working with children, adolescents, and adults in individual and group settings focusing on social skills, behavioral challenges, anxiety, depression and mood disorders.
I love working with children, adolescents and adults who may struggle with anxiety, depression, family issues, or any other day-to-day challenges. My ideal client's goals would be for them to become the best version of themselves and be ready to work in and outside of therapy; desiring happiness, health, and an overall better sense of belonging and direction for their life. I can help by walking alongside of you as your guide; helping you navigate life's greatest challenges through kindness, support, and self awareness.
Sabrina Denise Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, PhD(c), LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
Little Elm, TX 75068
Waitlist for new clients
Focusing on theoretical orientation counseling interventions that include Person-Centered, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Mental illness lives. Anxiety lives. OCD lives. Addiction lives. Depression lives. Imagine millions of people around the universe waking up with the same dark, aching places you promised you’d never talk about. I’ve noticed how quick we are, as human beings, to push aside the most meaningful parts of our lives. Let’s not push aside the things that need to be talked about. Let’s bring mental illness to the light. The worst thing we can do is ignore it. It exists and it easily consumes. So if you’re struggling right now my role is to listen, discern your strengths and vulnerabilities, and invite growth as you place trust in my care.
Focusing on theoretical orientation counseling interventions that include Person-Centered, Solution Focused, and Cognitive Behavior Therapy.
Mental illness lives. Anxiety lives. OCD lives. Addiction lives. Depression lives. Imagine millions of people around the universe waking up with the same dark, aching places you promised you’d never talk about. I’ve noticed how quick we are, as human beings, to push aside the most meaningful parts of our lives. Let’s not push aside the things that need to be talked about. Let’s bring mental illness to the light. The worst thing we can do is ignore it. It exists and it easily consumes. So if you’re struggling right now my role is to listen, discern your strengths and vulnerabilities, and invite growth as you place trust in my care.
Cathy Champ
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LSOTP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
To meet your needs, I am certified in trauma informed practices including EMDR, Equine Assisted Therapy, TF-CBT, and I'm licensed to work with with sexual behavior problems.
The heart of your struggle is most likely relationship- with yourself or with others. If your struggle is within yourself (anxiety, depression) or with others, (parent/child, partner), I will work along side you to help you identify thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are not working for you and to replace them with healthier patterns. With over 20 years as a counselor, I have experience successfully working with children, adolescents and adults. I offer the choice of an indoor or outdoor space both which provide a peaceful, natural environment to heal.
To meet your needs, I am certified in trauma informed practices including EMDR, Equine Assisted Therapy, TF-CBT, and I'm licensed to work with with sexual behavior problems.
The heart of your struggle is most likely relationship- with yourself or with others. If your struggle is within yourself (anxiety, depression) or with others, (parent/child, partner), I will work along side you to help you identify thoughts, feelings and behaviors that are not working for you and to replace them with healthier patterns. With over 20 years as a counselor, I have experience successfully working with children, adolescents and adults. I offer the choice of an indoor or outdoor space both which provide a peaceful, natural environment to heal.
I don't believe one modality of therapy "fits all" but instead I work to provide trauma-informed care, I use a variety of therapy techniques to achieve this goal including dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I enjoy partnering with individuals to improve their overall quality of life and I truly believe each of us holds the power to improve ourselves.
I don't believe one modality of therapy "fits all" but instead I work to provide trauma-informed care, I use a variety of therapy techniques to achieve this goal including dialectical behavior therapy and cognitive behavioral therapy.
I enjoy partnering with individuals to improve their overall quality of life and I truly believe each of us holds the power to improve ourselves.
Marina S Sourial
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MS, LPC, A
Verified Verified
Little Elm, TX 75068
I believe that everyone has the right to ask to seek mental health help as we do ask for physical help. Counseling personally helped me to know who I am and to enjoy my life by equipping me with valuable tools to navigate life's challenges. Because of the profound positive impact counseling had on my life, I am passionate about providing the same transformative support to others. Finally in general, I chose to become a counselor to advocate for better mental and emotional health awareness and to combat the stigma associated with seeking help.
I believe that everyone has the right to ask to seek mental health help as we do ask for physical help. Counseling personally helped me to know who I am and to enjoy my life by equipping me with valuable tools to navigate life's challenges. Because of the profound positive impact counseling had on my life, I am passionate about providing the same transformative support to others. Finally in general, I chose to become a counselor to advocate for better mental and emotional health awareness and to combat the stigma associated with seeking help.
Mandalin D Wright
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Little Elm, TX 75068
Are you focused on growth and healing? Are you struggling to make relationships in your life work? I believe one of the bravest things you could ever do is begin to understand your own story. Do you need help with managing life changes, and managing stress?
Are you focused on growth and healing? Are you struggling to make relationships in your life work? I believe one of the bravest things you could ever do is begin to understand your own story. Do you need help with managing life changes, and managing stress?
WomenSPEAK Recovery Counseling & Therapy
Counselor, PhD, , LPCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Little Elm, TX 75068
Perhaps you’re at a point where you are frustrated and tired of starting over with a new therapist. You’re tired of telling your story over and over again and not experiencing any relief. You’re tired of taking all these medications and being numb. And you’re tired of your past trauma disrupting your everyday life. Perhaps you’re wondering if you’re ever going to heal and feel better. You CAN heal. The therapist’s job is to help facilitate the healing process that lies within you. To heal from trauma, you don’t have to talk about the details of what has happened to you (unless you find it helpful).
Perhaps you’re at a point where you are frustrated and tired of starting over with a new therapist. You’re tired of telling your story over and over again and not experiencing any relief. You’re tired of taking all these medications and being numb. And you’re tired of your past trauma disrupting your everyday life. Perhaps you’re wondering if you’re ever going to heal and feel better. You CAN heal. The therapist’s job is to help facilitate the healing process that lies within you. To heal from trauma, you don’t have to talk about the details of what has happened to you (unless you find it helpful).
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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.