Behavioral Issues

It’s natural for children to test their boundaries, but when pushing limits, aggression and general disrespect get in the way of daily life, I can help. Through therapy sessions with your child, we partner together to explore the reasons behind behavioral issues and create interventions for the behavior.

The goal of therapy for behavioral issues is for the child to gain a better understanding of themselves and their motivations. Greater self-awareness is sometimes the key to reducing aggression, tantrums and other behaviors that can be frustrating for parents. I help children and adolescents better understand themselves and the root of their behavior issues.

Types of behavior issues therapy can help with:

• Aggression
• Social issues
• Tantrums
• Emotional dysregulation
• Academic problems

I work with your child to motivate a desire to work with others, to be respectful and to participate in learning. Through therapy sessions we can identify factors at home, school and other areas of life that contribute to behavior issues. Together, we can build a better outlook on life and a road map to a successful future.

Sometimes the demands of school and academic performance and extracurricular activities and the stress of natural body changes and social demands can take their toll on kids. Any life changes, family changes or issues at home can add stress to a child’s life resulting in behavioral issues. I can help your child find balance and relief in their lives.

Therapy also helps children and adolescents develop healthy self-talk and healthy self-esteem, preventing more deep-seated issues from developing.

How therapy can help with behavioral issues

• Identifying reasons for behavioral issues
• Creating interventions
• Greater self-understanding
• Refine social skills
• Reduce aggression

Therapy provides a space for children and adolescents for self-discovery and a deeper understanding of the factors that influence mood, lifestyle and general wellness. During therapy sessions, we investigate the ways that people and situations in life influence wellbeing and how our own actions influence those around us. Through discussions with your child, I provide your child with the tools to become better, more well-adjusted people and to positively contribute to the surrounding world.