Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists in Needham, MA

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Derek Terrell
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
As a mental health provider, I believe in treating the “whole patient” across the lifespan by establishing and maintaining a therapeutic alliance in order to collaborate with patients and meet their own treatment goals according to established measurable outcomes.
As a mental health provider, I believe in treating the “whole patient” across the lifespan by establishing and maintaining a therapeutic alliance in order to collaborate with patients and meet their own treatment goals according to established measurable outcomes.
(781) 546-4306 View (781) 546-4306
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Gregory Labun, MD
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Needham, MA 02494  (Online Only)
My deepest admiration for your courage in seeking help! It takes incredible strength to even begin searching for someone who can help with your unique situation. We all face challenges in life , but its not easy to admit when we need help and you have taken the important step towards healing. I understand that these times have been incredibly difficult and I want you to know that I feel deeply for you and your struggles.
My deepest admiration for your courage in seeking help! It takes incredible strength to even begin searching for someone who can help with your unique situation. We all face challenges in life , but its not easy to admit when we need help and you have taken the important step towards healing. I understand that these times have been incredibly difficult and I want you to know that I feel deeply for you and your struggles.
(781) 650-8509 View (781) 650-8509

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Dahyana (Diana) Schlosser
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, MEd
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02117
Hi there, and welcome. If your child's behaviors and/or emotions have you feeling eager to find a solution, I am here to help. Being a parent or caregiver to a child struggling with behavioral and emotional challenges is tough. And despite the fact that you know your child best, you may still be struggling to find the right interventions, supports, and resources to make it all better. That's where I come in. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I can help you navigate the various resources available to support your child.
Hi there, and welcome. If your child's behaviors and/or emotions have you feeling eager to find a solution, I am here to help. Being a parent or caregiver to a child struggling with behavioral and emotional challenges is tough. And despite the fact that you know your child best, you may still be struggling to find the right interventions, supports, and resources to make it all better. That's where I come in. In addition to providing psychotherapy, I can help you navigate the various resources available to support your child.
(508) 342-5518 View (508) 342-5518
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Valeria Dworkowitz
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cambridge, MA 02138
The various therapies that I utilize in working with clients across the lifespan include Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, Pranic Healing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness.
I am an integrative practitioner licensed in NJ & MA who can assess biochemistry to identify important deficiencies/abnormalities that may be related to mental health symptoms. I can provide genetic testing for med management. Patients often seek integrative/"functional" psychiatry after they have trialed multiple medications, experienced unpleasant/unremitting side effects, and have not been able to obtain symptom alleviation with traditional psychiatry. I believe strongly in psychotherapy to help the patient work towards healing. I work collaboratively with other treatment providers and am a strong advocate for my patients needs.
The various therapies that I utilize in working with clients across the lifespan include Sand Play Therapy, EMDR, Pranic Healing, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy and mindfulness.
I am an integrative practitioner licensed in NJ & MA who can assess biochemistry to identify important deficiencies/abnormalities that may be related to mental health symptoms. I can provide genetic testing for med management. Patients often seek integrative/"functional" psychiatry after they have trialed multiple medications, experienced unpleasant/unremitting side effects, and have not been able to obtain symptom alleviation with traditional psychiatry. I believe strongly in psychotherapy to help the patient work towards healing. I work collaboratively with other treatment providers and am a strong advocate for my patients needs.
(973) 409-1065 View (973) 409-1065
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Spectrum Neuro Behavioral Care ( SNBCare )
Psychiatrist, MD, Psych , NP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Framingham, MA 01702  (Online Only)
With evidence-based treatment techniques that include individual, family, or coupe therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-focused counseling, as well as psychiatric medicine and TMS, we take a holistic approach to your treatment.
SNBCare is a multidisciplinary group of dedicated professionals, providing the best quality care for a wide range of outpatient mental health services. We have been serving adults, families, and couples for over a decade in a caring, patient-friendly environment. We are offering Telemedicine and Teletherapy through video to all who want to be seen during this time, as well as TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation). We accept almost all insurances. We are currently accepting new patients for telemedicine, teletherapy, and TMS and would be honored to support you on your journey to mental wellness.
With evidence-based treatment techniques that include individual, family, or coupe therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, insight-focused counseling, as well as psychiatric medicine and TMS, we take a holistic approach to your treatment.
SNBCare is a multidisciplinary group of dedicated professionals, providing the best quality care for a wide range of outpatient mental health services. We have been serving adults, families, and couples for over a decade in a caring, patient-friendly environment. We are offering Telemedicine and Teletherapy through video to all who want to be seen during this time, as well as TMS (transcranial magnetic stimulation). We accept almost all insurances. We are currently accepting new patients for telemedicine, teletherapy, and TMS and would be honored to support you on your journey to mental wellness.
(401) 307-4494 View (401) 307-4494
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Craig Surman
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Natick, MA 01760
I am able to take self-pay clients. I draw on expertise as a Harvard Medical Professor and Researcher to recommend personalized evidence based care for mood, anxiety, attention and organizational challenges. I am an expert on ADHD, which I research at Massachusetts General Hospital. I draw on training in neuropsychiatry, cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, nutraceutical research, and, (more importantly) lessons taught by working with a few thousand clients. If you want perspective on your mental health or ADHD options, or how to develop more of your own personal “user’s guide” for wellbeing, am happy to consult.
I am able to take self-pay clients. I draw on expertise as a Harvard Medical Professor and Researcher to recommend personalized evidence based care for mood, anxiety, attention and organizational challenges. I am an expert on ADHD, which I research at Massachusetts General Hospital. I draw on training in neuropsychiatry, cognitive behavioral therapy, dynamic psychotherapy, nutraceutical research, and, (more importantly) lessons taught by working with a few thousand clients. If you want perspective on your mental health or ADHD options, or how to develop more of your own personal “user’s guide” for wellbeing, am happy to consult.
(617) 765-2424 View (617) 765-2424
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Claudio O. Toppelberg
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Boston, MA 02120
Dr. Toppelberg is an experienced, Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, usually working with ages 3-30. He evaluates and treats emotional/ behavioral difficulties including ADHD, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and selective mutism, and those preventing weight loss. He has focused on issues of performance at work, study and competitive sports. He regularly works with tour-level tennis players and other professional and student athletes. He is an expert in neurodevelopmental disabilities, as well as learning and language disabilities. He runs psychiatric services at an excellent school for children/adolescents with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, the prestigious New England Center for Children.
Dr. Toppelberg is an experienced, Harvard-trained child, adolescent and adult psychiatrist, usually working with ages 3-30. He evaluates and treats emotional/ behavioral difficulties including ADHD, depression, trauma, stress, anxiety, and selective mutism, and those preventing weight loss. He has focused on issues of performance at work, study and competitive sports. He regularly works with tour-level tennis players and other professional and student athletes. He is an expert in neurodevelopmental disabilities, as well as learning and language disabilities. He runs psychiatric services at an excellent school for children/adolescents with autism and other neurodevelopmental disabilities, the prestigious New England Center for Children.
(617) 681-7184 View (617) 681-7184
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Gerald Jean
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02124
I provide comprehensive outpatient and Telemedicine behavioral health psychiatric care for adults that includes medication management.
Gérald is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) driven by his fervidness for patient-centered, evidence-based practice, and concerted approaches to nursing care. With the experience accumulated over 30 years in health care, he aims at helping close the gap in the delivery of services to the mentally ill. Gérald’s primacy is to support the patients and their families in overcoming the stigmas associated with mental health, help patients improve their quality of life and reach their full potential.
I provide comprehensive outpatient and Telemedicine behavioral health psychiatric care for adults that includes medication management.
Gérald is a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner (PMHNP-BC) driven by his fervidness for patient-centered, evidence-based practice, and concerted approaches to nursing care. With the experience accumulated over 30 years in health care, he aims at helping close the gap in the delivery of services to the mentally ill. Gérald’s primacy is to support the patients and their families in overcoming the stigmas associated with mental health, help patients improve their quality of life and reach their full potential.
(781) 230-7340 View (781) 230-7340
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Juliana Igbinosun
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, DNP, APRN, FNP-C, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Brookline, MA 02446
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
(857) 520-2856 View (857) 520-2856
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Northeast Wellness, PLLC
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Arlington, MA 02476
Mission Statement : Transform behavioral health care by providing personalized and accessible care for all who seek growth in their overall wellness.
Brian Jewers is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many years of experience and a passion to help his community. Brian specializes in ADHD, Depression and Anxiety. Brian is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force where he served for nearly a decade, and translates the same commitment to serve into his nursing career. Now accepting new patients ages 14 and older.
Mission Statement : Transform behavioral health care by providing personalized and accessible care for all who seek growth in their overall wellness.
Brian Jewers is a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner with many years of experience and a passion to help his community. Brian specializes in ADHD, Depression and Anxiety. Brian is a proud veteran of the United States Air Force where he served for nearly a decade, and translates the same commitment to serve into his nursing career. Now accepting new patients ages 14 and older.
(857) 214-5056 View (857) 214-5056
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Engrace Behavioral Health Services
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, ARPN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookline, MA 02446  (Online Only)
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
At Engrace Behavioral Health Services LLC, we are committed to helping people with mental health conditions by tailoring their care to their unique needs and requirements. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, Our Goal is to empower and inspire our patients. Knowing how common it is for people of all ages to experience a decline in mental health, we bring a platform to get support without any judgments. In Engrace Behavioral Health Services, we hope for the possibility of recovery from mental illness.
(857) 256-3633 View (857) 256-3633
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Neuro Behavioral Center
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Walpole, MA 02081  (Online Only)
Neuro Behavioral Center is a premier outpatient center focused on providing you with the highest quality of mental health services. Our highly qualified team of compassionate and caring professionals are dedicated to providing the most advanced and comprehensive treatment and adult psychiatric and psychology services. Utilizing advanced technology and evidenced-based treatment, we maintain a private and secure communication channel with our patients, while collaborating with other care providers to ensure the success of our therapies.
Neuro Behavioral Center is a premier outpatient center focused on providing you with the highest quality of mental health services. Our highly qualified team of compassionate and caring professionals are dedicated to providing the most advanced and comprehensive treatment and adult psychiatric and psychology services. Utilizing advanced technology and evidenced-based treatment, we maintain a private and secure communication channel with our patients, while collaborating with other care providers to ensure the success of our therapies.
(774) 332-5573 View (774) 332-5573
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Dr. Andrea Papa-Molter
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Wellesley, MA 02482
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
I am double board-certified in Psychiatry and Addiction Medicine. I believe in using both medication when indicated as well as therapy. I was trained in CBT and was given the Excellence in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program. I use supportive therapy with each client I see. During my residency I served as Chief Resident and was awarded the Overall Excellence in Psychiatry Award as well as the Clinical Excellence Award.
(978) 309-3342 View (978) 309-3342
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Rebecca Blair
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, CPNP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Medfield, MA 02052
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help support you and your family.
I have been a pediatric nurse practitioner since 2014 in primary care settings where I supported pediatric patients' physical and mental health. Through this role, I gained ample experience treating ADHD, depression, and anxiety in pediatric and adolescent populations. I completed Duke University's PMHNP program, during which time I worked with adolescent and adult populations in community healthcare clinics, a partial-hospital program and an emergency department. I have training in CBT and have studied DBT. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a special interest in providing care for youth and families.
I am trained in cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) and can help support you and your family.
I have been a pediatric nurse practitioner since 2014 in primary care settings where I supported pediatric patients' physical and mental health. Through this role, I gained ample experience treating ADHD, depression, and anxiety in pediatric and adolescent populations. I completed Duke University's PMHNP program, during which time I worked with adolescent and adult populations in community healthcare clinics, a partial-hospital program and an emergency department. I have training in CBT and have studied DBT. I treat children, adolescents, and adults with a special interest in providing care for youth and families.
(508) 444-9818 View (508) 444-9818
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Boston Neurobehavioral Associates
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner
Verified Verified
Dorchester, MA 02124
I provide comprehensive outpatient and Telemedicine behavioral health psychiatric care for adults that includes medication management.
MSN, APRN,FNP-BC, graduated from Regis college in Western MA in 2011, with honors. I have been a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner for the last 10 years. I've been a Nurse for 27 years. I graduated from Borough of Manhattan College, City University of New York with honors in 1994 with an ASN. Also graduated from Medgar Evers College with honors with a BSN. I am a hospitalist with experience all across the medical, and psychiatry platform. I also have experience in internal medicine and Primary Care. I am also BCLS, ACLS, certified and have professional affiliation, with AANP, and MNA.
I provide comprehensive outpatient and Telemedicine behavioral health psychiatric care for adults that includes medication management.
MSN, APRN,FNP-BC, graduated from Regis college in Western MA in 2011, with honors. I have been a board certified Family Nurse Practitioner for the last 10 years. I've been a Nurse for 27 years. I graduated from Borough of Manhattan College, City University of New York with honors in 1994 with an ASN. Also graduated from Medgar Evers College with honors with a BSN. I am a hospitalist with experience all across the medical, and psychiatry platform. I also have experience in internal medicine and Primary Care. I am also BCLS, ACLS, certified and have professional affiliation, with AANP, and MNA.
(781) 230-7380 View (781) 230-7380
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Mariel White
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP-B
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I started my career in nursing in 2016 as an RN at McLean Hospital, working on a substance use disorder unit for adults. In 2017 I completed an NP eating disorder fellowship through Walden Behavioral Care. In 2017 I began working in the MGH Ed performing crisis psychiatric evaluations and follow ups for patients through the lifespan. I continue to work part-time with the Acute psychiatric services team at MGH. 2019-2020 I worked inpatient child psychiatry in Savannah, GA. I am currently working at Boston Children’s Hospital in Waltham on the inpatient and CBAT units.
I started my career in nursing in 2016 as an RN at McLean Hospital, working on a substance use disorder unit for adults. In 2017 I completed an NP eating disorder fellowship through Walden Behavioral Care. In 2017 I began working in the MGH Ed performing crisis psychiatric evaluations and follow ups for patients through the lifespan. I continue to work part-time with the Acute psychiatric services team at MGH. 2019-2020 I worked inpatient child psychiatry in Savannah, GA. I am currently working at Boston Children’s Hospital in Waltham on the inpatient and CBAT units.
(857) 376-6836 View (857) 376-6836
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Dr. Allen Masry
Psychiatrist, MD
Verified Verified
Somerville, MA 02143
I was trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program and I use it to support each client I see.
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
I was trained in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy during my residency program and I use it to support each client I see.
I am Board Certified in Adult Psychiatry and have been practicing since 2005. I completed my residency from Tufts University in Boston, Massachusetts and my Fellowship in Addictions from the Robert Johnson Wood Foundation. In 2014, I was featured in SJ Magazine as one of New Jersey’s top psychiatrists. I have experience working with adults as well as adolescents suffering from both psychiatric diagnosis and substance use disorders and have extensive experience working in both out-patient and in-patient settings.
(617) 917-3392 View (617) 917-3392
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Renee Marie Garbitt
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, C-NP, PMHNP
Verified Verified
Weston, MA 02493  (Online Only)
Now accepting new referrals.- At Grounded Interventions Psychiatric Services we offer treatment grounded in empirically supported strategies to address a dynamic set of behavioral health needs. Our approach is compassionate, individually tailored and aimed at reducing distressing symptoms while improving overall quality of life.​
Now accepting new referrals.- At Grounded Interventions Psychiatric Services we offer treatment grounded in empirically supported strategies to address a dynamic set of behavioral health needs. Our approach is compassionate, individually tailored and aimed at reducing distressing symptoms while improving overall quality of life.​
(508) 886-3921 View (508) 886-3921
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Asma Rashid
Psychiatrist, MD, MPH
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02116
I have extensive experience of working with schools performing psychiatric evaluations, with children and teenagers struggling with mood, anxiety, attention, behavior and learning difficulties.
I am a Harvard trained, board certified, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist with a private practice in Back Bay Area, Boston. I believe that, the treatment process begins by creating an empathic and trusting relationship between the clinician and patients. During my evaluation and ongoing work, I consider various factors such as, genetic predisposition, biological, psychological and social processes to understand the person fully. Academic affiliation with Boston University helps me stay abreast with not only the recent developments in the field of psychiatry but also with the cultural and evidence based treatments.
I have extensive experience of working with schools performing psychiatric evaluations, with children and teenagers struggling with mood, anxiety, attention, behavior and learning difficulties.
I am a Harvard trained, board certified, Child, Adolescent and Adult Psychiatrist with a private practice in Back Bay Area, Boston. I believe that, the treatment process begins by creating an empathic and trusting relationship between the clinician and patients. During my evaluation and ongoing work, I consider various factors such as, genetic predisposition, biological, psychological and social processes to understand the person fully. Academic affiliation with Boston University helps me stay abreast with not only the recent developments in the field of psychiatry but also with the cultural and evidence based treatments.
(617) 500-3181 View (617) 500-3181
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Chad Saint-Amant
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, MSN, APRN-BC, PMNHP
Verified Verified
Boston, MA 02101
Integrative Healthcare Center—for mental health and behavioral health. We offer licensed therapists, prescription management, psychiatry, autism care, and more. Integrative medicine, as defined by the U.S. Government’s National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, explores many treatment avenues, working with patients to heal the whole person, not just one organ system. Integrative Healthcare Center fills a void in the healthcare landscape. Mental health services are hard to find. With providers scarce and in demand, even established patients find themselves waiting months for treatment.
Integrative Healthcare Center—for mental health and behavioral health. We offer licensed therapists, prescription management, psychiatry, autism care, and more. Integrative medicine, as defined by the U.S. Government’s National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health, explores many treatment avenues, working with patients to heal the whole person, not just one organ system. Integrative Healthcare Center fills a void in the healthcare landscape. Mental health services are hard to find. With providers scarce and in demand, even established patients find themselves waiting months for treatment.
(641) 435-7835 View (641) 435-7835
Behavioral Issues Psychiatrists

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.