Behavioral Issues Therapists in Freeland, WA

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Colin Ross Lindborg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249
He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Social Behavior from University of California in Irvine in 2005.
I accept most forms of insurance. Are you feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or have you simply found yourself wanting more from your life? People seek therapy for a variety of reasons, and this seeking is often the first brave step toward living into a sense of greater possibility and deeper relationships! I view therapy first and foremost as healing that arises from a conversation. That conversation can be transformative, can take many forms, and is an act of co-creation between you and me. Let's help you create the life you were meant to live!
He graduated with a bachelor's degree in Psychology and Social Behavior from University of California in Irvine in 2005.
I accept most forms of insurance. Are you feeling sad, anxious, overwhelmed, or have you simply found yourself wanting more from your life? People seek therapy for a variety of reasons, and this seeking is often the first brave step toward living into a sense of greater possibility and deeper relationships! I view therapy first and foremost as healing that arises from a conversation. That conversation can be transformative, can take many forms, and is an act of co-creation between you and me. Let's help you create the life you were meant to live!
(360) 614-2287 View (360) 614-2287
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Nancy M Kaplan
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249
Waitlist for new clients
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
I have many years experience counseling children, youth, and adults. I work with individuals, couples, families, and groups. I am also experienced in working with people from multi-cultural backgrounds. I offer a broad spectrum of approaches to help you understand yourself and make positive changes that will make your life a more fulfilling experience. I use a variety of techniques including psychodynamic, behavioral, and cognitive therapy as well as mediation and conflict resolution techniques.
(360) 523-7029 View (360) 523-7029
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Debby Elwell
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249
I'm a mindfulness-based psychotherapist who has studied Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition, spiritual psychology, Family Systems, life coaching, Eye-movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, and I regularly combine all of these approaches to promote comprehensive healing for the individual.
My clients are multi-dimensional people - with physical, psychological and spiritual needs - who are doing the best they can to have a gratifying and meaningful life. My role as a therapist is to assist each person to expand their awareness of self and interactions with others, and to identify and change unsatisfying patterns and behaviors. Partners: When couples first start counseling, they often have a lot of anger, hurt, and sadness. Couples therapy is designed to find solutions to problems, express and let go of resentments, rebuild trust through good communication, and learn to live with different points of view.
I'm a mindfulness-based psychotherapist who has studied Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Nutrition, spiritual psychology, Family Systems, life coaching, Eye-movement Desensitization & Reprocessing, and I regularly combine all of these approaches to promote comprehensive healing for the individual.
My clients are multi-dimensional people - with physical, psychological and spiritual needs - who are doing the best they can to have a gratifying and meaningful life. My role as a therapist is to assist each person to expand their awareness of self and interactions with others, and to identify and change unsatisfying patterns and behaviors. Partners: When couples first start counseling, they often have a lot of anger, hurt, and sadness. Couples therapy is designed to find solutions to problems, express and let go of resentments, rebuild trust through good communication, and learn to live with different points of view.
(360) 663-4222 View (360) 663-4222
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Hannah Guggenheim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MFA
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249
Waitlist for new clients
Intuitive, culturally sensitive, solution-based therapy can help you cultivate gratitude, understand nuance and heal. Our focus: wellbeing, self acceptance and your quest for ongoing transformation. I am a trauma informed practitioner supporting life transitions for individuals, couples and families. I work with adjustment difficulties and disorders, anxiety/depression, grief and loss, PTSD, ADHD, SPD, infertility and parent coaching. LGBTQ2SIA, gender affirming mental health therapy. I am a certified technology addiction specialist.
Intuitive, culturally sensitive, solution-based therapy can help you cultivate gratitude, understand nuance and heal. Our focus: wellbeing, self acceptance and your quest for ongoing transformation. I am a trauma informed practitioner supporting life transitions for individuals, couples and families. I work with adjustment difficulties and disorders, anxiety/depression, grief and loss, PTSD, ADHD, SPD, infertility and parent coaching. LGBTQ2SIA, gender affirming mental health therapy. I am a certified technology addiction specialist.
(360) 288-4772 View (360) 288-4772
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Hartshorn Counseling Services
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MFTA
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249  (Online Only)
Hello, and welcome! Life can be very challenging and overwhelming at times. I know and I get it. For some, we tend to try to solve our problems on our own and reaching out for help is out of the question; sometimes it works. If you haven't been able to solve it on your own, I would love to meet you, and together we can create ways towards hope and begin the healing process. I believe that therapy can assist you by helping to identify what has worked in the past, what you already have within that you can draw upon in helping to obtain what you are hoping for in life.
Hello, and welcome! Life can be very challenging and overwhelming at times. I know and I get it. For some, we tend to try to solve our problems on our own and reaching out for help is out of the question; sometimes it works. If you haven't been able to solve it on your own, I would love to meet you, and together we can create ways towards hope and begin the healing process. I believe that therapy can assist you by helping to identify what has worked in the past, what you already have within that you can draw upon in helping to obtain what you are hoping for in life.
(360) 230-7348 View (360) 230-7348
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Robert Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249  (Online Only)
Robert Peterson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults overcome life's challenges. Having spent much of his career in international school settings, Robert has deep expertise in helping youth cope with cultural adjustment, displacement, isolation, and stress. Utilizing evidence-based approaches including CBT and solution-focused therapy, Robert develops resilience in clients facing trauma, grief, relationship conflicts, and other crises.
Robert Peterson is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with over 30 years of experience helping children, adolescents, and adults overcome life's challenges. Having spent much of his career in international school settings, Robert has deep expertise in helping youth cope with cultural adjustment, displacement, isolation, and stress. Utilizing evidence-based approaches including CBT and solution-focused therapy, Robert develops resilience in clients facing trauma, grief, relationship conflicts, and other crises.
(509) 400-5795 View (509) 400-5795
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James F Rodman
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT, LMFT, LAC
Verified Verified
Freeland, WA 98249  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Are you looking to help your family, relationships, at-risk-teen, or yourself? As a licensed therapist, for the last 25 years, specializing in Marriage and Family and also Addictions Counseling, I have experience working with a wide range of people. I have found that tailoring therapy using a combination of solution focused, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapies are very effective for most. Additionally, if you are looking for someone to help with military related problems I am a disabled former Marine with years of experience working as a counselor with the Navy.
Are you looking to help your family, relationships, at-risk-teen, or yourself? As a licensed therapist, for the last 25 years, specializing in Marriage and Family and also Addictions Counseling, I have experience working with a wide range of people. I have found that tailoring therapy using a combination of solution focused, motivational interviewing and cognitive behavioral therapies are very effective for most. Additionally, if you are looking for someone to help with military related problems I am a disabled former Marine with years of experience working as a counselor with the Navy.
(360) 968-6951 View (360) 968-6951

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Laura Davenport
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
Langley, WA 98260
Struggling with your child’s behavior? Feeling overwhelmed by your child's emotions? Wondering who will understand your situation? You are not alone! Plaeful Counseling is here to help. My name is Laura Davenport and I am a LMHCA specializing in play based mental health counseling for children ages 3-12 and families. My specific areas of interest include young children ages 3-7, and neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, Autism etc.)
Struggling with your child’s behavior? Feeling overwhelmed by your child's emotions? Wondering who will understand your situation? You are not alone! Plaeful Counseling is here to help. My name is Laura Davenport and I am a LMHCA specializing in play based mental health counseling for children ages 3-12 and families. My specific areas of interest include young children ages 3-7, and neurodivergent individuals (ADHD, Autism etc.)
(360) 382-4333 x2706 View (360) 382-4333 x2706
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Shaun Heitzman
Counselor, MS, LCPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Clinton, WA 98236  (Online Only)
I'm passionate about helping individuals and families harness their strengths and motivations to create positive change in their lives. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I've developed a unique approach that blends various therapeutic methods, including Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, and existential therapy. Whether you're dealing with ADHD, PTSD, mood and behavior disorders, or anxiety, I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing. Let's connect and work together to achieve your goals and find a brighter path forward.
I'm passionate about helping individuals and families harness their strengths and motivations to create positive change in their lives. With over a decade of experience in the mental health field, I've developed a unique approach that blends various therapeutic methods, including Cognitive- Behavioral Therapy, mindfulness, trauma-informed practices, and existential therapy. Whether you're dealing with ADHD, PTSD, mood and behavior disorders, or anxiety, I'm here to support you on your journey towards healing. Let's connect and work together to achieve your goals and find a brighter path forward.
(360) 587-0663 View (360) 587-0663
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Marie Krupa
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Langley, WA 98260
I am excited to bring my practice to Whidbey Island and to join the team at Water’s Edge in beautiful Langley. I have been in the field of mental health for over 35 years in various capacities, including a full time therapist in private practice at Ballard Counseling Group. The primary focus of my work is to help individual clients with the treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss issues, family dynamics, communication and boundary skills. My primary mode of therapy is a cognitive behavioral approach with heavy reliance on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
I am excited to bring my practice to Whidbey Island and to join the team at Water’s Edge in beautiful Langley. I have been in the field of mental health for over 35 years in various capacities, including a full time therapist in private practice at Ballard Counseling Group. The primary focus of my work is to help individual clients with the treatment of anxiety, depression, life transitions, grief and loss issues, family dynamics, communication and boundary skills. My primary mode of therapy is a cognitive behavioral approach with heavy reliance on Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT).
(360) 342-9317 View (360) 342-9317
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Gregory Robert Rolnick
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Langley, WA 98260
Waitlist for new clients
What kind of life do you want? Is it important to have truthful and clear communication, loving relationships, and successful work? Whatever your traumas, losses, and fears have been, there are ways to work through and let go of the past, enjoy the present, and create hope for the future. Skills are available to handle grief, anger, depression, guilt, procrastination, and resentment while maintaining the connection to those we care for and love. Good self-esteem is produced when through positive intention and careful attention we meet our challenges and difficulties to the best of our ability and live a meaningful life.
What kind of life do you want? Is it important to have truthful and clear communication, loving relationships, and successful work? Whatever your traumas, losses, and fears have been, there are ways to work through and let go of the past, enjoy the present, and create hope for the future. Skills are available to handle grief, anger, depression, guilt, procrastination, and resentment while maintaining the connection to those we care for and love. Good self-esteem is produced when through positive intention and careful attention we meet our challenges and difficulties to the best of our ability and live a meaningful life.
(206) 734-3905 View (206) 734-3905
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Bicoff-Smit Counseling
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Langley, WA 98260  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Is conversations with loved ones leaving you feeling hurt, misunderstood or sad? I am here to support you to better communicate your needs and to navigate through challenging periods in your relationships. I support individuals, families and couples to better understand the patterns in their relationships that may be the cause of stress, anxiety or unhappiness. I enjoy working with blended families as well as queer families. I’m a first generation immigrant and enjoy supporting other immigrants with acculturation as well as parenting.
Accepting new clients. Is conversations with loved ones leaving you feeling hurt, misunderstood or sad? I am here to support you to better communicate your needs and to navigate through challenging periods in your relationships. I support individuals, families and couples to better understand the patterns in their relationships that may be the cause of stress, anxiety or unhappiness. I enjoy working with blended families as well as queer families. I’m a first generation immigrant and enjoy supporting other immigrants with acculturation as well as parenting.
(360) 979-1773 View (360) 979-1773
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Chris Peterson
LMCHA, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
Langley, WA 98260  (Online Only)
Life is about transitions, changing and growing in ways we don’t expect, don’t understand, and sometimes don’t enjoy very much, nonetheless always striving to become something more than we are right now. I’ve experienced many transitions in fifty years of life, and I’ve come to realize that we are going to change some kind of way. The greatest question is will we let life sweep us along, or will we choose to aim for a destination, collecting stories and wisdom – and yes, more than a few scars – as we go?
Life is about transitions, changing and growing in ways we don’t expect, don’t understand, and sometimes don’t enjoy very much, nonetheless always striving to become something more than we are right now. I’ve experienced many transitions in fifty years of life, and I’ve come to realize that we are going to change some kind of way. The greatest question is will we let life sweep us along, or will we choose to aim for a destination, collecting stories and wisdom – and yes, more than a few scars – as we go?
(360) 276-2207 View (360) 276-2207
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Melody McKibbin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Port Ludlow, WA 98365  (Online Only)
Hi! I'm Melody McKibbin, your Washington-based LMHC, with a flair for Personality Disorder treatment, Enneagram insights, and DBT strategies. Think of counseling as our co-created adventure, uniquely tailored just for you. In my downtime, you'll catch me diving into the world of fiction. I'm currently cooking up a murder mystery comedy and get this—it's all about killer mannequins! When I'm not writing, I enjoy family hangs, cozying up with my Russian Blue cats, and friend hangouts. Let's embark on this journey with empathy, laughter, and understanding. Here's to navigating life's waters and finding your way to calmer seas!
Hi! I'm Melody McKibbin, your Washington-based LMHC, with a flair for Personality Disorder treatment, Enneagram insights, and DBT strategies. Think of counseling as our co-created adventure, uniquely tailored just for you. In my downtime, you'll catch me diving into the world of fiction. I'm currently cooking up a murder mystery comedy and get this—it's all about killer mannequins! When I'm not writing, I enjoy family hangs, cozying up with my Russian Blue cats, and friend hangouts. Let's embark on this journey with empathy, laughter, and understanding. Here's to navigating life's waters and finding your way to calmer seas!
(509) 612-7203 View (509) 612-7203
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David Daroff
Counselor, LMHC, MDiv, MA
Verified Verified
Hansville, WA 98340
As a Christian therapist with ten years of experience as a professional counselor and twenty years of experience in full-time pastoral ministry, I really do care about my clients. I love people and I find great satisfaction when my clients find success through personal and relational healing. I want you to know that you are safe to share whatever is on your heart and mind without fear of judgment. With a gentle, patient spirit, I will listen with care and compassion to really understand your story and help you process through the difficult and traumatic events in your life.
As a Christian therapist with ten years of experience as a professional counselor and twenty years of experience in full-time pastoral ministry, I really do care about my clients. I love people and I find great satisfaction when my clients find success through personal and relational healing. I want you to know that you are safe to share whatever is on your heart and mind without fear of judgment. With a gentle, patient spirit, I will listen with care and compassion to really understand your story and help you process through the difficult and traumatic events in your life.
(360) 583-5344 View (360) 583-5344
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Freida Fenn
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CMHS
Verified Verified
Port Ludlow, WA 98365
I am accepting new clients. I assist Couples, Individuals, Teens and Families. See my website: fenntherapy.com. I provide emotional support, practical communication tools and emotional coping skills. Together, we create a treatment plan for positive change. Unresolved family issues, trauma, stress, couple conflicts, parenting challenges, life transitions and changes in your primary relationships can get you down. You deserve support and help to heal. I create a safe place for you to create the healthy changes you desire. I look forward to meeting you.
I am accepting new clients. I assist Couples, Individuals, Teens and Families. See my website: fenntherapy.com. I provide emotional support, practical communication tools and emotional coping skills. Together, we create a treatment plan for positive change. Unresolved family issues, trauma, stress, couple conflicts, parenting challenges, life transitions and changes in your primary relationships can get you down. You deserve support and help to heal. I create a safe place for you to create the healthy changes you desire. I look forward to meeting you.
(360) 262-4318 View (360) 262-4318
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Kenneth Roy Collins
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, SAP
Verified Verified
Port Ludlow, WA 98365  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I believe in being genuine, respectful and empathetic. For a therapeutic relationship to develop, clients need to feel seen and understood. I strive to help my clients understand their own emotions, cope with difficult feelings, improve their relationships with themselves and the people they care about. Years ago, as a beginning therapist, I was influenced by research showing that the critical therapeutic element in psychotherapy, regardless of the discipline, was the relationship between the therapist and the client. Contemporary research confirms the importance of relationship in fostering therapeutic change.
As a therapist, I believe in being genuine, respectful and empathetic. For a therapeutic relationship to develop, clients need to feel seen and understood. I strive to help my clients understand their own emotions, cope with difficult feelings, improve their relationships with themselves and the people they care about. Years ago, as a beginning therapist, I was influenced by research showing that the critical therapeutic element in psychotherapy, regardless of the discipline, was the relationship between the therapist and the client. Contemporary research confirms the importance of relationship in fostering therapeutic change.
(360) 467-8103 View (360) 467-8103
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Christine Nock
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Port Hadlock, WA 98339
Not accepting new clients
Techniques I may use include, but are not limited to: Somatic (body centered) techniques, EMDR and other trauma treatments, Mindfulness meditation training, Skills training to establish self awareness, self-nurturing, healthy boundaries, and positive and empowered thinking and Behavior change techniques.
You can recover your authentic self! My compassionate and accepting approach uses a variety of simple and effective techniques to help clients understand themselves, make clear and conscious choices, learn to listen to their own inner wisdom, set healthy boundaries, fulfill their own deepest needs, and become their most authentic selves.
Techniques I may use include, but are not limited to: Somatic (body centered) techniques, EMDR and other trauma treatments, Mindfulness meditation training, Skills training to establish self awareness, self-nurturing, healthy boundaries, and positive and empowered thinking and Behavior change techniques.
You can recover your authentic self! My compassionate and accepting approach uses a variety of simple and effective techniques to help clients understand themselves, make clear and conscious choices, learn to listen to their own inner wisdom, set healthy boundaries, fulfill their own deepest needs, and become their most authentic selves.
(360) 821-1407 View (360) 821-1407
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Lighthouse Behavioral Health, PLLC
Counselor, MA , LMHC, CMHS, MFTA, CAMS II
Verified Verified
Greenbank, WA 98253
Not accepting new clients
I like working with all age groups, from young children to adults, because people are precious and deserve support through life issues. I want clients to feel comfortable as they work to understand and achieve their mental health and life goals.
I like working with all age groups, from young children to adults, because people are precious and deserve support through life issues. I want clients to feel comfortable as they work to understand and achieve their mental health and life goals.
(877) 320-9564 View (877) 320-9564
Diane Thiel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Clinton, WA 98236  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
I have been practicing in WA since 2006 and before that Hawaii. I work with women only and phase of life issues. I have been trained in cognitive and dialectical therapy, have worked with addictions although no certified in the State. I welcome new Women clients on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 8 to 3
I have been practicing in WA since 2006 and before that Hawaii. I work with women only and phase of life issues. I have been trained in cognitive and dialectical therapy, have worked with addictions although no certified in the State. I welcome new Women clients on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays 8 to 3
(808) 518-3903 View (808) 518-3903

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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.