Emotional disturbance describes children and adolescents with mental health issues that cause troubling or abnormal emotional experiences. It could include anxiety, developmental disorders, cognitive impairment, depression, defiance, and other problematic behavior.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions aim to reduce problematic behaviors, increase the ability to cope with stressful and triggering situations that lead to emotional disturbances, and develop tools and skills that boost self-confidence and stability.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Emotional Disturbance
Change is hard. Either change happens to us (as with the Covid pandemic) and adapting can be difficult and painful, or we want change and making that happen can be overwhelming and challenging. I have multiple years of experience helping clients create change in the ways they are hoping for. I have worked with clients from various age groups, teens through older adults, and have assisted them w...
Balancing career, family, and friendships while carving out time for self is challenging and can leave you feeling like you’re sinking. Unfortunately there is no manual for life but wouldn't it be helpful to have support navigating some of the most important experiences and relationships we'll have? As a licensed marriage and family therapists, with 15 years in the mental health field, I use a ...
Mental Health therapy helps people of all ages live happier, healthier and more productive lives.” Through the use of various psychotherapy methods and collaborative treatment measures, my patients develop life-changing habits to help them cope with any of life’s various obstacles. My therapy sessions are designed to dissect personal issues and provide patients with effective tools to help them...
Uzma Janjua is a child play and adolescent psychotherapist trained at the University of North Texas, USA. As a child-centered play therapist and adolescent psychotherapist, she has 10 years of experience in working with young children and families. She has always passionately worked in learning new tools to be able to serve the children and the families she helps. She is a huge believer of usin...
Stephen Brevik, Psy.D. is a licensed psychologist. Dr. Brevik received his Doctorate degree in Clinical Psychology from William James College (formally Massachusetts School of Professional Psychology). Dr. Brevik completed his APA pre-doctoral training at Youth Opportunities Upheld, Inc. (Y.O.U., Inc.), and also completed pre-doctoral internships at Riverside Community Care and Boston Public...
Life is like going on a tour and the experience of every one on this tour is unique. Individuals who are open to face their fear and ask for direction will learn the necessary skills to unravel the obstacles causing their struggle and be more successful in finding meaning to their lived experiences. In my work as a therapist, I strive to provide a nurturing, secure and non-judgmental environmen...
I have a welcoming, open policy where I am willing to help any type of client that walks through my door. Our therapeutic relationship begins with establishing trust and acceptance within the first few moments of meeting. While I mostly have experience working in schools, I am also eager to work with adults who are transitioning into new phases of their life. Sessions can center anywhere from...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the assessment and treatment of trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) with adults. Using evidence-based treatments, I aim to help clients understand the impact of their traumatic experiences and reduce symptoms of PTSD. I also provide assessment for those who think they may have PTSD but have not yet been diagnosed. Outside of my...
Everyone has an inner strength and I view it as my job to guide you in finding and using this strength to begin living a life you enjoy living. I take a collaborative approach to therapy with the use of acceptance, optimism, and enthusiasm. My focus is supporting children, adolescents, and adults who are experiencing eating disorders, depression, anxiety, unhealthy relationships, and life...
It's hard to talk to a complete stranger about your most personal thoughts, worries and concerns. However, discussing life with an unbiased party will allow you the ability to truly explore all options safely. I provide for my clients a warm therapeutic environment with a listening ear, unconditional acceptance and understanding. If you are struggling and overwhelmed with your life currently,...
NOW OFFERING TELE-THERAPY. Life can be confusing and difficult at times. Therapy provides a safe place to talk about the stressful times in your life and to explore your thoughts and feelings. My goal as a therapist is to use a holistic approach to assist my clients in overcoming barriers to reach their full potential. I offer psychotherapy for pre-teens, adolescents, and young adults. Some of ...
“The good life is a process, not a state of being. It is a direction, not a destination.” Carl Rogers My personal philosophy of counseling is to be a guide or facilitator of each client’s journey of self-exploration, self-understanding, and self-awareness. I believe the client is the expert in their own life story and can successfully solve problems, change, meet challenges, and heal with the...
I believe that clients hold all the answers for the questions in their lives. My goal is to increase understanding and acceptance of yourself, use your abilities and strengths to improve the quality of your life. I consider myself a guide on the journey of self-discovery. My clients would say that together, we work on a variety of concerns, from anxiety, depression, life-skills, relationships,...
Life-Spire collaborates with others to help them move beyond thought patterns that cause significant impairment in personal functioning, within the family, work, or the school environment. Life-Spire uses dialectics and mindfulness to help clients become more skillful. Life-Spire promotes strength-based practices that encourage individuals and families to use their strengths & gifts to resolve...
