Behavioral Issues Treatment Centers in Wayne, PA
Row Psychiatric Services IOP offers comprehensive mental health services for and children and adolescents ages 5-13. Our multidisciplinary team will work to meet the specific needs of each child including psychiatric medication management, individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy, and parent psychoeducation. Treatment involves collaboration between the treatment team, the child, and the child's family. Row's IOP supports positive changes while ensuring the integrity of the family unit through preventative, therapeutic intervention. The average length of the program is four weeks. IOP groups are run by mental health therapists, while medications are managed by psychiatric prescribers. The program incorporates evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). To complete a free phone screening or to make an appointment for outpatient programs, call 610-999-1908.
Row Psychiatric Services IOP offers comprehensive mental health services for and children and adolescents ages 5-13. Our multidisciplinary team will work to meet the specific needs of each child including psychiatric medication management, individual and group psychotherapy, family therapy, and parent psychoeducation. Treatment involves collaboration between the treatment team, the child, and the child's family. Row's IOP supports positive changes while ensuring the integrity of the family unit through preventative, therapeutic intervention. The average length of the program is four weeks. IOP groups are run by mental health therapists, while medications are managed by psychiatric prescribers. The program incorporates evidence-based treatments, including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and dialectical behavioral therapy (DBT). To complete a free phone screening or to make an appointment for outpatient programs, call 610-999-1908.
Drug & Alcohol Rehab | Belmont Behavioral
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Wayne, PA 19087
As one of the largest behavioral healthcare providers in the Philadelphia area, Belmont Behavioral Hospital offers fully comprehensive treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. By supplying world-class care, those who come to this hospital are able to experience the stabilization and alleviation of their most pressing mental health and addiction concerns, while learning the skills needed to live healthy and more productive lives. The staff of caring professionals who facilitate treatment do so with unparalleled dedication to seeing each patient become well and thrive. Various therapeutic interventions, of which include medication management services, a myriad of therapies, and specialty services, allow each man, woman, and child to receive the most appropriate treatment that only Belmont Behavioral Hospital can provide. In choosing this hospital for care, patients will not only achieve their treatment goals, but they will exceed them in such a way that every facet of their lives will be positively affected.
As one of the largest behavioral healthcare providers in the Philadelphia area, Belmont Behavioral Hospital offers fully comprehensive treatment for children, adolescents, adults, and older adults. By supplying world-class care, those who come to this hospital are able to experience the stabilization and alleviation of their most pressing mental health and addiction concerns, while learning the skills needed to live healthy and more productive lives. The staff of caring professionals who facilitate treatment do so with unparalleled dedication to seeing each patient become well and thrive. Various therapeutic interventions, of which include medication management services, a myriad of therapies, and specialty services, allow each man, woman, and child to receive the most appropriate treatment that only Belmont Behavioral Hospital can provide. In choosing this hospital for care, patients will not only achieve their treatment goals, but they will exceed them in such a way that every facet of their lives will be positively affected.
CM Counsel is a behavioral health practice of licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers and counselors providing compassionate and comprehensive care for adults, children, adolescents, families and couples. To meet your scheduling needs, we are committed to providing timely appointments by offering evening, weekend and daytime hours at our offices in Plymouth Meeting, Exton, King of Prussia, and Doylestown. CM Counsel accepts most insurance plans. Our staff is highly qualified to help you and your family effectively resolve any obstacles to your emotional well-being and peace of mind.
CM Counsel is a behavioral health practice of licensed psychiatrists, psychologists, clinical social workers and counselors providing compassionate and comprehensive care for adults, children, adolescents, families and couples. To meet your scheduling needs, we are committed to providing timely appointments by offering evening, weekend and daytime hours at our offices in Plymouth Meeting, Exton, King of Prussia, and Doylestown. CM Counsel accepts most insurance plans. Our staff is highly qualified to help you and your family effectively resolve any obstacles to your emotional well-being and peace of mind.
Adolescent & Young Adult Advocates (A2) is an innovative Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program specializing in the treatment of adolescents, Young Adults, and adults with substance abuse, mental health, and social issues. The A2 staff is a group of highly trained, qualified professionals. Our philosophy is to live in integrity, lead by example and create a strong sense of self and community. We are committed to restoring balance and integrity in our clients' family, academic and social lives. A2 is a community comprised of a network of adolescents, young adults, and families who are focused on changing their lives by working through negative emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Our clients are like teammates rooting for each other's success, relying on one another and our staff for support. Parents and families are an important part of our community, too, and their involvement is crucial to the treatment process.
Adolescent & Young Adult Advocates (A2) is an innovative Outpatient, Intensive Outpatient Program and Partial Hospitalization Program specializing in the treatment of adolescents, Young Adults, and adults with substance abuse, mental health, and social issues. The A2 staff is a group of highly trained, qualified professionals. Our philosophy is to live in integrity, lead by example and create a strong sense of self and community. We are committed to restoring balance and integrity in our clients' family, academic and social lives. A2 is a community comprised of a network of adolescents, young adults, and families who are focused on changing their lives by working through negative emotions, thoughts, and behaviors. Our clients are like teammates rooting for each other's success, relying on one another and our staff for support. Parents and families are an important part of our community, too, and their involvement is crucial to the treatment process.
The Renfrew Center of Bethesda, Maryland is an outpatient facility specializing in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating as well as the full range of eating disorders. Programming at the Bethesda location consists of a comprehensive range of in-person and virtual options including Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Services. Family-owned and operated, we are committed to quality, evidence-based care that allows patients to support one another, learn to form healthy relationships, and counter their feelings of disconnection. The Renfrew Center of Bethesda is just two short blocks from the Bethesda Metro Station (Red Line). Outpatient services are also offered at The Renfrew Center of Baltimore, MD and residential programming at The Renfrew Center of Philadelphia, PA.
The Renfrew Center of Bethesda, Maryland is an outpatient facility specializing in the treatment of anorexia, bulimia, and binge eating as well as the full range of eating disorders. Programming at the Bethesda location consists of a comprehensive range of in-person and virtual options including Day Treatment, Intensive Outpatient and Outpatient Services. Family-owned and operated, we are committed to quality, evidence-based care that allows patients to support one another, learn to form healthy relationships, and counter their feelings of disconnection. The Renfrew Center of Bethesda is just two short blocks from the Bethesda Metro Station (Red Line). Outpatient services are also offered at The Renfrew Center of Baltimore, MD and residential programming at The Renfrew Center of Philadelphia, PA.
If you or your family member is struggling with an addiction you have found the right place. Our team of professionals will create an individualized treatment plan according to your needs, and to meet your goals. Our Clinical Director is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and we have a Medical Doctor on site to prescribe medications.
If you or your family member is struggling with an addiction you have found the right place. Our team of professionals will create an individualized treatment plan according to your needs, and to meet your goals. Our Clinical Director is a Licensed Professional Counselor, and we have a Medical Doctor on site to prescribe medications.
The Moringa Institute’s expert instructors offer psychologists, master’s level clinicians, and students opportunities to discover and integrate innovative evidence-based practices into their knowledge bases, skill sets, and professional frameworks. We also feature individual and group supervision for those pursuing LCSW, LPC and MT-BC in Pennsylania. The founders of Spectra Support Services LLC created the Moringa institute to share knowledge gained from decades in service to those in need of holistic supports across the lifespan. As a NADD certified organization, we share in NADD’s mission to promote leadership in the expansion of knowledge, training, policy, and advocacy for mental health practices that promote a quality life for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions (IDD/MI) in their communities.
The Moringa Institute’s expert instructors offer psychologists, master’s level clinicians, and students opportunities to discover and integrate innovative evidence-based practices into their knowledge bases, skill sets, and professional frameworks. We also feature individual and group supervision for those pursuing LCSW, LPC and MT-BC in Pennsylania. The founders of Spectra Support Services LLC created the Moringa institute to share knowledge gained from decades in service to those in need of holistic supports across the lifespan. As a NADD certified organization, we share in NADD’s mission to promote leadership in the expansion of knowledge, training, policy, and advocacy for mental health practices that promote a quality life for individuals with Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities and co-occurring mental health conditions (IDD/MI) in their communities.
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Our team serves clients ages 2-adulthood with emotional, social, and behavioral needs through individual and group therapy formats. Clients at the SEC are working towards goals including but not limited to: increased self-confidence, social connectedness, conversation skills, increased play skills, behavior management, independent living skills, vocational skills, self and emotional awareness, and emotional, and sensory regulation. The SEC consults with educators and school districts! SEC provides unique academic, social, and behavioral support in clients' school environments to help clients generalize skills learned in the center, provide opportunities to target classroom behaviors, facilitate social interactions in the school setting and provide valuable feedback & recommendations to teachers and educators.
Our team serves clients ages 2-adulthood with emotional, social, and behavioral needs through individual and group therapy formats. Clients at the SEC are working towards goals including but not limited to: increased self-confidence, social connectedness, conversation skills, increased play skills, behavior management, independent living skills, vocational skills, self and emotional awareness, and emotional, and sensory regulation. The SEC consults with educators and school districts! SEC provides unique academic, social, and behavioral support in clients' school environments to help clients generalize skills learned in the center, provide opportunities to target classroom behaviors, facilitate social interactions in the school setting and provide valuable feedback & recommendations to teachers and educators.
STR Behavioral Health – Bucks County is a leading substance use and mental health disorder outpatient treatment center. We offer primary substance abuse and mental health programs, as well as dual diagnosis. Our approach and company culture is to engage our clients in ways that offer intimacy, authenticity, and transparency. Our philosophy is that recovery is sustained through community and connection. We believe that these elements will allow our clients to grow in ways that will sustain recovery. We take that philosophy into everything we do and have seen it become the major difference between us and other providers.
STR Behavioral Health – Bucks County is a leading substance use and mental health disorder outpatient treatment center. We offer primary substance abuse and mental health programs, as well as dual diagnosis. Our approach and company culture is to engage our clients in ways that offer intimacy, authenticity, and transparency. Our philosophy is that recovery is sustained through community and connection. We believe that these elements will allow our clients to grow in ways that will sustain recovery. We take that philosophy into everything we do and have seen it become the major difference between us and other providers.
Pennsylvania Behavioral Health Center
Treatment Center, PhD
Verified Verified
Phoenixville, PA 19460
The Pennsylvania Behavioral Health Center provides comprehensive mental health care services to individuals 18 & up who are experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns. Our clients come from diverse backgrounds and have varying degrees of severity of their mental health challenges. We provide treatment for a wide range of mental health issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and eating disorders. We also offer specialized treatment for individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction. The needs of our clients vary widely, and we strive to provide personalized and individualized care to meet their unique needs. Many of our clients require assistance with medication management, therapy, and counseling to address their mental health concerns. Others may require more intensive treatment, such as inpatient hospitalization, to address acute symptoms and prevent the risk of harm to themselves or others.
The Pennsylvania Behavioral Health Center provides comprehensive mental health care services to individuals 18 & up who are experiencing a wide range of mental health concerns. Our clients come from diverse backgrounds and have varying degrees of severity of their mental health challenges. We provide treatment for a wide range of mental health issues, including but not limited to anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD), and eating disorders. We also offer specialized treatment for individuals struggling with substance abuse and addiction. The needs of our clients vary widely, and we strive to provide personalized and individualized care to meet their unique needs. Many of our clients require assistance with medication management, therapy, and counseling to address their mental health concerns. Others may require more intensive treatment, such as inpatient hospitalization, to address acute symptoms and prevent the risk of harm to themselves or others.
Brandywine Valley Counseling and Neurofeedback
Treatment Center, MS, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Malvern, PA 19355
Using Neurofeedback, people of all ages can effortlessly learn to re-condition their brains to correct unbalanced brain wave activity, resulting in improved day-to-day functioning. You can think of Neurofeedback as "brain training." Like a muscle, your brain gets stronger the more you train it. When the brain works better, you feel better and do better. Neurofeedback has an 85 - 90% success rate in reducing symptoms of ADHD, and has been deemed a "Level 1, Best Support Treatment" by the American Academy of Pediatrics for ADHD, which is the highest level of support. Research using neurofeedback with Autism shows promising results, such as some students improving sufficiently to be mainstreamed into regular classes. In cases such as behavioral problems in children (e.g., temper tantrums, aggression), Neurofeedback can help children learn to control impulsive behaviors. For depression, a gradual lifting of mood and energy can occur. In cases of anxiety, people can experience decreased frequency and intensity of anxiety. For migraines, there's a reduction of intensity, duration and frequency, even for people resistant to medication. With Neurofeedback, unlike medications, you are in control of your own treatment, there are no side effects, and training is time-limited.
Using Neurofeedback, people of all ages can effortlessly learn to re-condition their brains to correct unbalanced brain wave activity, resulting in improved day-to-day functioning. You can think of Neurofeedback as "brain training." Like a muscle, your brain gets stronger the more you train it. When the brain works better, you feel better and do better. Neurofeedback has an 85 - 90% success rate in reducing symptoms of ADHD, and has been deemed a "Level 1, Best Support Treatment" by the American Academy of Pediatrics for ADHD, which is the highest level of support. Research using neurofeedback with Autism shows promising results, such as some students improving sufficiently to be mainstreamed into regular classes. In cases such as behavioral problems in children (e.g., temper tantrums, aggression), Neurofeedback can help children learn to control impulsive behaviors. For depression, a gradual lifting of mood and energy can occur. In cases of anxiety, people can experience decreased frequency and intensity of anxiety. For migraines, there's a reduction of intensity, duration and frequency, even for people resistant to medication. With Neurofeedback, unlike medications, you are in control of your own treatment, there are no side effects, and training is time-limited.
Essentials Recovery Delaware
Treatment Center, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
King Of Prussia, PA 19406
Essentials mission is to renew lives impacted by addiction through personalized and complete behavioral healthcare. Our main purpose is to provide services and education to the client and family that will support long lasting recovery of mind, body, and spirit.
Essentials mission is to renew lives impacted by addiction through personalized and complete behavioral healthcare. Our main purpose is to provide services and education to the client and family that will support long lasting recovery of mind, body, and spirit.
Evolve’s emphasis on safety, individual attention, and evidence-based care are reasons why families from all over the country choose to travel here. We offer evidence-based treatment to adolescents 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, self-harm or high-risk behaviors, suicidal ideation, and other mental health/behavioral issues. Our residential treatment center in Los Angeles offers a warm, accepting environment where teens can stabilize and learn practical ways to improve their emotion regulation, impulse control, and distress tolerance skills. Teens participate in individual/family therapy multiple times a week, psychiatry sessions weekly, and daily groups on DBT Skills Training, Anger Management, Relapse Prevention, and Seeking Safety. Families from out-of-state participate in family therapy remotely. Our focus is on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy integrated with experiential therapies (equine-assisted therapy, art, surfing, music, drama, yoga, fitness, and more). We also provide daily academic support to help your child stay on track with school.
Evolve’s emphasis on safety, individual attention, and evidence-based care are reasons why families from all over the country choose to travel here. We offer evidence-based treatment to adolescents 12-17 struggling with depression, anxiety, substance abuse, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder, self-harm or high-risk behaviors, suicidal ideation, and other mental health/behavioral issues. Our residential treatment center in Los Angeles offers a warm, accepting environment where teens can stabilize and learn practical ways to improve their emotion regulation, impulse control, and distress tolerance skills. Teens participate in individual/family therapy multiple times a week, psychiatry sessions weekly, and daily groups on DBT Skills Training, Anger Management, Relapse Prevention, and Seeking Safety. Families from out-of-state participate in family therapy remotely. Our focus is on Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy integrated with experiential therapies (equine-assisted therapy, art, surfing, music, drama, yoga, fitness, and more). We also provide daily academic support to help your child stay on track with school.
Depression Treatment | Belmont Northeast
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19131
Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital is a leader in the provision of mental and behavioral healthcare, and has been for the past 75 years. At our hospital, we supply treatment for those who are afflicted with conditions such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, depressive disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. We treat children starting at age five, adolescents, and adults. We provide a number of treatments, including intensive outpatient treatment, inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, and partial hospitalization. Our dedicated staff work to ensure that each patient who comes through our doors is provided with an individualized treatment plan geared towards addressing their specific needs. While receiving care at Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital, patients will be encouraged to continue on towards developing lasting recovery.
Located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital is a leader in the provision of mental and behavioral healthcare, and has been for the past 75 years. At our hospital, we supply treatment for those who are afflicted with conditions such as anxiety, bipolar disorder, depressive disorders, posttraumatic stress disorder, schizophrenia, and eating disorders. We treat children starting at age five, adolescents, and adults. We provide a number of treatments, including intensive outpatient treatment, inpatient treatment, outpatient treatment, and partial hospitalization. Our dedicated staff work to ensure that each patient who comes through our doors is provided with an individualized treatment plan geared towards addressing their specific needs. While receiving care at Belmont Behavioral Health Hospital, patients will be encouraged to continue on towards developing lasting recovery.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Berwyn, Pennsylvannia are designed to support adolescents, teens ages 13-17 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial hospitalization programs (PHP) and intensive outpatient programs (IOP) in Berwyn, Pennsylvannia are designed to support adolescents, teens ages 13-17 facing these challenges. Our IOPs and PHPs provide flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
With our current social climate fraught with uncertainty, fear, sadness, anger, a sense of isolation and more, the Center for Brief Therapy (CBT), an affiliate of the Department of Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, can help with a wide range of challenges from low energy, depression and anxiety to chronic pain, weight management and improved academic performance.
With our current social climate fraught with uncertainty, fear, sadness, anger, a sense of isolation and more, the Center for Brief Therapy (CBT), an affiliate of the Department of Psychology at the Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, can help with a wide range of challenges from low energy, depression and anxiety to chronic pain, weight management and improved academic performance.
Sobriety Solutions of Plymouth Meeting
Treatment Center, MS, CAADC, LPC
Verified Verified
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
At Sobriety Solutions, we provide a combination of therapies; individual, family, and group to meet a client's tailored needs. We offer an individualized, evidence based treatment approach to address individuals and families' unique needs. As a family owned and operated business, we understand addiction may be a family disease, but recovery is a family process. Our vision is to cultivate personal responsibility, promote healthy behavioral habits, and incentivize recovery through a variety of treatment techniques for our clients. We provide our clients with additional services so they have the opportunity to be successful in recovery and personal journey. We provide our clients with further support such as medical services, family therapy, parenting support, job training, and social and legal services as they move towards recovery. As they recover, our clients are able to stay connected with our alumni program and follow-up services to help them continue down the path of recovery.
At Sobriety Solutions, we provide a combination of therapies; individual, family, and group to meet a client's tailored needs. We offer an individualized, evidence based treatment approach to address individuals and families' unique needs. As a family owned and operated business, we understand addiction may be a family disease, but recovery is a family process. Our vision is to cultivate personal responsibility, promote healthy behavioral habits, and incentivize recovery through a variety of treatment techniques for our clients. We provide our clients with additional services so they have the opportunity to be successful in recovery and personal journey. We provide our clients with further support such as medical services, family therapy, parenting support, job training, and social and legal services as they move towards recovery. As they recover, our clients are able to stay connected with our alumni program and follow-up services to help them continue down the path of recovery.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
STAR Guides is an outdoor therapeutic program designed for youth and young adults who are struggling with problematic sexual behavior. STAR Guides provides families with navigation through these challenges. Regardless of past behaviors, we believe that all youth can learn to achieve healthy sexuality. Research suggests that for many, sexual problematic behavior first begins during the adolescent years. STAR Guides helps youth to deal with these problems while they are still young. Many youth in today's modern world find themselves lost and in need of direction as they attempt to navigate the thick darkness that accompanies sexual behavior problems. Just as the ancient peoples of the world, they are in need of STAR Guides. Based in beautiful St. George, Utah the program provides teens and young adults with a high impact, life-changing therapeutic wilderness experience in the heart of the majestic red rock of the high desert of Southern Utah. STAR Guides is the ideal intervention for individuals needing to learn to manage problematic sexual behaviors that they have been unable to manage previously.
Rogers Behavioral Health's Philadelphia area clinic offers highly specialized partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient care for adults, adolescents, and children struggling with OCD and anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, and trauma/PTSD. All patients have access to a board-certified psychiatrist and a multidisciplinary team of mental health experts. Rogers Connect Care is a telehealth treatment option offered in IL, MN, TN, and WI.
Rogers Behavioral Health's Philadelphia area clinic offers highly specialized partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient care for adults, adolescents, and children struggling with OCD and anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, and trauma/PTSD. All patients have access to a board-certified psychiatrist and a multidisciplinary team of mental health experts. Rogers Connect Care is a telehealth treatment option offered in IL, MN, TN, and WI.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial care program in Livingston, New Jersey is designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our PCP provides flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
We know how difficult it can be to see your son or daughter struggling with severe mental health issues like anxiety, depression or suicidal ideation. Our partial care program in Livingston, New Jersey is designed to support adolescents, teens and young adults ages 12-28 facing these challenges. Our PCP provides flexible treatment that fits into your teen’s and family’s life, offering the intensive support they need while staying connected to home, school and family.
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Behavioral Issues Treatment Centers
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.