Behavioral Issues Therapists in The Colony, TX

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Paul Edward Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I have worked in many settings which include the following: treatment centers for alcohol and drug abuse, halfway houses, psychiatric hospitals, community MHMR outpatient treatment offices, state facilities to address issues related to mental retardation, state facilities to address adolescent criminal behavior, and private practice.
In my 35+ years of counseling I have been fortunate to work with a wide variety of people with a wide variety of issues in a wide variety of settings. My broad goal in counseling is to foster positive change in others. I believe my success in working with people has been my ability to be adaptable and open when relating to the person, group, or family I am trying to assist. I listen to identify the present issues and the possible history of these issues. I employ an eclectic approach in therapy using the tools to promote change.
I have worked in many settings which include the following: treatment centers for alcohol and drug abuse, halfway houses, psychiatric hospitals, community MHMR outpatient treatment offices, state facilities to address issues related to mental retardation, state facilities to address adolescent criminal behavior, and private practice.
In my 35+ years of counseling I have been fortunate to work with a wide variety of people with a wide variety of issues in a wide variety of settings. My broad goal in counseling is to foster positive change in others. I believe my success in working with people has been my ability to be adaptable and open when relating to the person, group, or family I am trying to assist. I listen to identify the present issues and the possible history of these issues. I employ an eclectic approach in therapy using the tools to promote change.
(817) 405-2095 View (817) 405-2095
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Shenella Karunaratne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT - Trained), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and EMDR (trained) in my practice, and I aim to create an eclectic course of treatment that benefits you.
My approach to therapy is meeting you where you are at. Each individual deserves personalized treatment that is effective and long-lasting. My goal in therapy is to help you achieve your potential in any capacity you wish to pursue. I take a direct and challenging approach while creating a supportive and empowering relationship for you to reach your goals.
I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT - Trained), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), and EMDR (trained) in my practice, and I aim to create an eclectic course of treatment that benefits you.
My approach to therapy is meeting you where you are at. Each individual deserves personalized treatment that is effective and long-lasting. My goal in therapy is to help you achieve your potential in any capacity you wish to pursue. I take a direct and challenging approach while creating a supportive and empowering relationship for you to reach your goals.
(469) 529-5970 View (469) 529-5970
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Shay N Wilkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
I use evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients challenge negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Shay Wilkinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker devoted to helping individuals through some of life’s most challenging experiences, with a special focus on post-divorce, post-breakups, grief, depression, and anxiety. Shay offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs
I use evidence-based techniques like cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) to help clients challenge negative thought patterns and develop healthier coping mechanisms.
Shay Wilkinson is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker devoted to helping individuals through some of life’s most challenging experiences, with a special focus on post-divorce, post-breakups, grief, depression, and anxiety. Shay offers compassionate, evidence-based therapy tailored to each client’s unique needs
(817) 904-3484 View (817) 904-3484
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Nicole Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
Hello, I am Nicole Porter, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and empowering space where you can bring your entire self into the room in order to allow healing. The foundation of my work is to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan. I combine Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, & Cognitive-Behavioral therapy modalities to efficiently address symptoms (either on a short-term or long-term basis) & meet your needs or goals. Whether you are in pursuit of growth and change.
Hello, I am Nicole Porter, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and empowering space where you can bring your entire self into the room in order to allow healing. The foundation of my work is to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan. I combine Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, & Cognitive-Behavioral therapy modalities to efficiently address symptoms (either on a short-term or long-term basis) & meet your needs or goals. Whether you are in pursuit of growth and change.
(832) 240-7180 View (832) 240-7180
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Diane M Fuchs
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
I have lived in the DFW area for twenty three years and consider myself a Texan who wasn’t born here, but I am here to stay. I work under Nanette Rousseau of Rousseau Counseling. I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Life Coach and what I can offer is safety, connection, empathy, and understanding. I utilize empirically supported tools, open communication, and great listening skills. I have a special interest in Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I will provide a safe and supportive environment that will foster growth and encouragement. I am ready to help you you get your life back in balance.
I have lived in the DFW area for twenty three years and consider myself a Texan who wasn’t born here, but I am here to stay. I work under Nanette Rousseau of Rousseau Counseling. I am a Marriage and Family Therapy Life Coach and what I can offer is safety, connection, empathy, and understanding. I utilize empirically supported tools, open communication, and great listening skills. I have a special interest in Narrative Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I will provide a safe and supportive environment that will foster growth and encouragement. I am ready to help you you get your life back in balance.
(214) 617-1007 View (214) 617-1007
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Tricia Foster
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
Seeking to help your child, teen, family, or yourself? Whether you're dealing with behavior issues, power struggles with children, structure and discipline in the home, or seeking to work on healing from past family wounds or traumas, I am here to help. As a family therapist, I work with parents, marriages, children, teens, and individuals seeking changes in thier emotional, behavioral, and relational patterns.
Seeking to help your child, teen, family, or yourself? Whether you're dealing with behavior issues, power struggles with children, structure and discipline in the home, or seeking to work on healing from past family wounds or traumas, I am here to help. As a family therapist, I work with parents, marriages, children, teens, and individuals seeking changes in thier emotional, behavioral, and relational patterns.
(469) 966-1277 View (469) 966-1277
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Sabrina Denise Henderson
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, PhD(c), LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
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.
(469) 425-8848 View (469) 425-8848
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Amy English
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I in address a range of challenges faced by children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and conflict resolution. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from various theoretical orientations such as play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
I in address a range of challenges faced by children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and conflict resolution. I take an eclectic approach, drawing from various theoretical orientations such as play therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT).
(469) 606-3731 View (469) 606-3731
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Brittiany A Jefferson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
I utilize a variety of approaches including solution focused and Cognitive Behavioral, not only to help decrease your symptoms but to equip you for various seasons of life.
“If all is well, why do I feel this way?” Do you find yourself asking this question frequently? Knowing something is wrong but you’re not sure what it is or why it is. Maybe you are doing well in some areas of your life, but you feel like something is missing and you are not satisfied with where you are. If this is you, It sounds like you’ve come to a place that acknowledges “just because I’m functioning, does not meant I’m fine”
I utilize a variety of approaches including solution focused and Cognitive Behavioral, not only to help decrease your symptoms but to equip you for various seasons of life.
“If all is well, why do I feel this way?” Do you find yourself asking this question frequently? Knowing something is wrong but you’re not sure what it is or why it is. Maybe you are doing well in some areas of your life, but you feel like something is missing and you are not satisfied with where you are. If this is you, It sounds like you’ve come to a place that acknowledges “just because I’m functioning, does not meant I’m fine”
(808) 435-6280 View (808) 435-6280
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Spero Counseling Services
Licensed Professional Counselor
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
Are you at a loss on how to support your teen? Do you feel overwhelmed with behavioral issues of your little one? Are you struggling with balancing work and life? Is resentment becoming a more familiar feeling than love and compassion?
Are you at a loss on how to support your teen? Do you feel overwhelmed with behavioral issues of your little one? Are you struggling with balancing work and life? Is resentment becoming a more familiar feeling than love and compassion?
(972) 576-9755 View (972) 576-9755
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Christina Brooke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
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.
(972) 440-5848 View (972) 440-5848
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Natasha Mulrooney
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
Sometimes in life we all lose our way. Life can become difficult and stressful. . . it can feel isolating and lonely. You are braver than you know for seeking support. This is the first step. Whether you suffer with marital or family challenges, overwhelm, sadness, frustration, or loss . . . you are not alone. At Novel Therapy we are here to help. My therapeutic approach is client, couple and family centered, meaning I firmly believe you are the expert in your life and my role is to be a guide on your journey to re-align with your own inner knowing. I believe everyone deserves joy and has the ability to adjust their path to find it.
Sometimes in life we all lose our way. Life can become difficult and stressful. . . it can feel isolating and lonely. You are braver than you know for seeking support. This is the first step. Whether you suffer with marital or family challenges, overwhelm, sadness, frustration, or loss . . . you are not alone. At Novel Therapy we are here to help. My therapeutic approach is client, couple and family centered, meaning I firmly believe you are the expert in your life and my role is to be a guide on your journey to re-align with your own inner knowing. I believe everyone deserves joy and has the ability to adjust their path to find it.
(972) 782-5119 View (972) 782-5119
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Hou I (Esther) Lau
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, LMFT-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
I often hear "life is hard". I agree, life is hard and overwhelming. When life is overwhelming, relationships and connections with others can fall apart. No one should be alone with their hardship. I offer a safe and collaborative experience and environment that allows you to feel seen, heard, and understood. Your needs are important. You are important. Hence, it is my honor and privilege to walk along side you through your hardship, to explore the possibility of change, to empower you through your strength, and to witness your personal growth through your life experience.
I often hear "life is hard". I agree, life is hard and overwhelming. When life is overwhelming, relationships and connections with others can fall apart. No one should be alone with their hardship. I offer a safe and collaborative experience and environment that allows you to feel seen, heard, and understood. Your needs are important. You are important. Hence, it is my honor and privilege to walk along side you through your hardship, to explore the possibility of change, to empower you through your strength, and to witness your personal growth through your life experience.
(806) 304-6088 View (806) 304-6088
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Shanna Wilder
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CHST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
NOW ACCEPTING CIGNA, OPTUM, AETNA, UMR, UHC - CLICK HERE https://fb.me/aviZ51S4X63vMb - Life is hard- I know. Sometimes you need more than just a friend to talk to. If you're here, you're looking for someone that can help you. You may not believe that counseling could be the answer. But you're hoping it might be. Don't tell yourself you should be over it by now. Don't beat yourself up for not being "strong enough". Don't try to convince yourself that the problem will go away in time. Do something about it now, and call me.
NOW ACCEPTING CIGNA, OPTUM, AETNA, UMR, UHC - CLICK HERE https://fb.me/aviZ51S4X63vMb - Life is hard- I know. Sometimes you need more than just a friend to talk to. If you're here, you're looking for someone that can help you. You may not believe that counseling could be the answer. But you're hoping it might be. Don't tell yourself you should be over it by now. Don't beat yourself up for not being "strong enough". Don't try to convince yourself that the problem will go away in time. Do something about it now, and call me.
(972) 251-0313 View (972) 251-0313
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Lisa Davisson, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I strive to create a caring, compassionate, understanding, and supportive environment where you can feel safe and comfortable enough to discuss your important issues. I deeply respect you and your inner resources and ability to move towards growth and wholeness. My goal is to help you mobilize your hidden strengths while affirming your ability to grow using a custom tailored approach that will best fit your needs and help you reach your goals. During our initial sessions we will work together to create a treatment plan and set goals for therapy.
I strive to create a caring, compassionate, understanding, and supportive environment where you can feel safe and comfortable enough to discuss your important issues. I deeply respect you and your inner resources and ability to move towards growth and wholeness. My goal is to help you mobilize your hidden strengths while affirming your ability to grow using a custom tailored approach that will best fit your needs and help you reach your goals. During our initial sessions we will work together to create a treatment plan and set goals for therapy.
(214) 919-5163 View (214) 919-5163
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Alicia Huchingson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, LMFT-S
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
I specialize in treating individuals and couples. Whether you are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship or family problems, infidelity, low self-esteem, eating disorders, or grief and loss, I am here to help. Life can get extremely difficult and stressful at times, and it can help to have professional guidance, especially when things are not getting better. I will listen and provide non-judgmental and educated feedback, along with research-based strategies to improve your situation. While I provide psychoeducation and in-session practice with new skills, we may also go deeper or challenge unhealthy coping.
I specialize in treating individuals and couples. Whether you are struggling with feelings of depression, anxiety, relationship or family problems, infidelity, low self-esteem, eating disorders, or grief and loss, I am here to help. Life can get extremely difficult and stressful at times, and it can help to have professional guidance, especially when things are not getting better. I will listen and provide non-judgmental and educated feedback, along with research-based strategies to improve your situation. While I provide psychoeducation and in-session practice with new skills, we may also go deeper or challenge unhealthy coping.
(214) 730-6307 View (214) 730-6307
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Mosaic Way Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR-Tr
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
Erin specializes in treating adults, teens, and children experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. She is trained to treat self-harm, mood dysregulation, and postpartum depression and anxiety. Erin is a highly-skilled, resourceful, empathetic, solutions-oriented therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care. She helps you set clear goals and identify and reframe negative beliefs while working from a strengths-based perspective.
Erin specializes in treating adults, teens, and children experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. She is trained to treat self-harm, mood dysregulation, and postpartum depression and anxiety. Erin is a highly-skilled, resourceful, empathetic, solutions-oriented therapist dedicated to providing exceptional care. She helps you set clear goals and identify and reframe negative beliefs while working from a strengths-based perspective.
(214) 617-0871 View (214) 617-0871
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Dajuanay Phillips
LPC-Associate, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I am passionate about helping children, teens and adults in the North Texas area unlock their potential, overcome challenges, and cultivate resilience. I approach counseling with a deeper commitment to understanding my clients’ unique needs and empowering them to achieve their goals for personal growth and fulfillment. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, work-related stress, or other life challenges, I am committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges.
I am passionate about helping children, teens and adults in the North Texas area unlock their potential, overcome challenges, and cultivate resilience. I approach counseling with a deeper commitment to understanding my clients’ unique needs and empowering them to achieve their goals for personal growth and fulfillment. Whether you’re struggling with anxiety, depression, life transitions, work-related stress, or other life challenges, I am committed to helping you navigate life’s challenges.
(214) 731-4837 View (214) 731-4837
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Dr. Rachel Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I believe healthy relationships are key to living a happier and more fulfilling life. There’s no denying that relationships are hard, especially when life throws unexpected obstacles our way. Relationships are complex, whether it be the relationship you have with yourself, or the ones with your parents, siblings, partner, family members, friends, or co-workers. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck. Perhaps you are feeling disconnected, frustrated, or unappreciated in your relationships. Or you might be on a journey of personal growth or seeking to strengthen your relationships, but are not sure where to start.
I believe healthy relationships are key to living a happier and more fulfilling life. There’s no denying that relationships are hard, especially when life throws unexpected obstacles our way. Relationships are complex, whether it be the relationship you have with yourself, or the ones with your parents, siblings, partner, family members, friends, or co-workers. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck. Perhaps you are feeling disconnected, frustrated, or unappreciated in your relationships. Or you might be on a journey of personal growth or seeking to strengthen your relationships, but are not sure where to start.
(469) 809-4866 View (469) 809-4866
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Kids Belong Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, BSc , LPC-S, YT200
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
Kids Belong Counseling help clients of all ages from children (3 yrs- teenagers) to adults. We also help couples, families and marriage counseling. Our therapist have over 20 years of experience helping our clients. We believe in using many different expressive interventions in therapy, which include art, movement, yoga and mindfulness. Talk therapy alone at times is not enough to promote healing and growth and, more importantly; self-awareness. We respond to all request within 48 hours if not sooner. Please reach out to us, we welcome you!
Kids Belong Counseling help clients of all ages from children (3 yrs- teenagers) to adults. We also help couples, families and marriage counseling. Our therapist have over 20 years of experience helping our clients. We believe in using many different expressive interventions in therapy, which include art, movement, yoga and mindfulness. Talk therapy alone at times is not enough to promote healing and growth and, more importantly; self-awareness. We respond to all request within 48 hours if not sooner. Please reach out to us, we welcome you!
(972) 736-9410 View (972) 736-9410
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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.