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
Does your child have behavioral problems at home and/or school? Does he/she suffer from anxiety or depression? Have they experienced a trauma or have difficulty getting along with others? I can help you work thru the issues you are facing in order to achieve happiness. I specialize in Early Childhood mental health and other disorders of childhood. While kids are my specialty, I also work with...
It is no secret that change is difficult. If it were easy, we would all do it in the snap of a finger. Many people struggling emotionally share the common belief that their obstacles need to be dealt with alone. Dr. and author Brené Brown wrote, "We don't have to do it all alone. We were never meant to." It can be vulnerable to accept help, but it is often the necessary step and support needed ...
If life is feeling chaotic, overwhelming, or unmanageable, I’m here to help. I’m here to assist you in moving away from maladaptive patterns of behavior that seem to interfere with your quality of life and develop new patterns of behavior that feel more meaningful and aligned with your values. Together, we can increase awareness, uncover strengths, and empower resilience. I specialize in the...
Making changes can be tough and often a little scary. Sometimes finding the right path is difficult - so many choices and so many obstacles. I will work with your strengths and your thought life, right where you are, to help you move past fears and other obstacles to create the lasting change you desire. I use an integrative approach to counseling...not just a one size fits all mindset. Cogniti...
Dr. Natascha Dillon is a graduate of an APA accredited Clinical Psychology doctoral program. Dr. Dillon has vast experience in assessments, and treating individuals with a variety of problems. Her clinical interests lie in working with diverse populations, children/adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Although Dr. Dillon has been extensively trained in psychodynamic, cognitive/behavioral...
Sarah began her career in community and school-based mental health in 2013; and has practiced as a licensed marriage and family therapist since 2016. Sarah received her B.A. in Psychology from U.C. Berkeley and received her master's degree in clinical psychology from Pepperdine University. Sarah has extensive experience providing psychotherapy to adults, families, couples, and children. She is...
We all struggle at times; emotional and psychological anguish are part of the human condition. And yet these challenges can be reframed as an indication that change may be helpful. I am a strong believer in the profound gift that mental health support can confer and that seeking therapeutic support is an act of self-empowerment and strength. I have a private practice in Princeton, NJ where I...
My ideal clients are individuals between the ages of 25 - 55 male or female and couples and families. Experiencing significant life change and motivated to do something about it. They want help in reducing symptoms of depression, anxiety. Improve the ability to effectively and appropriately express their thoughts and feelings within significant relationships whether that is at work, at home wit...
"Owning your story is the bravest thing you will ever do."- Brené Brown We all have stories, some that we have chosen to create and others that were created for us. Maybe your story is easy, maybe your story is hard, perhaps your story is embarrassing or maybe your story creates feelings of guilt or shame; Whatever the story, whatever chapter you may be in, whatever chapter you may be thinking...
In life, there are no 'ideal' clients or 'ideal' problematic issues, rather there are people hurt, people in pain and distress, and people in need of finding hope within themselves. In my practice, I thrive on not focusing on the easy fix, but rather helping clients see, learn, and trust that their own internal resources are the root of what truly helps themselves heal. By incorporating and...
When your child is struggling, it can help to gather information about how they learn, process information, and relate to others. I specialize in child and adolescent assessment and consultation to help families and school teams better understand a client’s educational needs, interests, and goals. My approach is strengths-based and collaborative, with a focus on resilience. Through the assessme...
Is your child struggling in school? Are you having difficulty understanding your child's behaviors? Is your family affected by your child's challenges? There is hope! Let me help you find answers. I offer therapy and comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological assessments for children and adolescents. Because each child is unique, I customize testing to make sense of your child's symptom...
**Accepting new clients for Friday daytime slots only** If you are struggling with a major life change, feel as if life is stressful right now, or perhaps you've experienced anxiety and/or depression for a while, therapy can be a helpful tool. I pride myself on connecting with my clients using a compassion focused, relational approach and working together to help you take charge of your current...
Life can definitely go sideways; I’m here to help you right what’s gone wrong. I’m probably not your typical therapist. I’m a lawyer, a mother and a mid-life divorce survivor. I’m transparent and a little unorthodox at times. You will never wonder if you are sitting with a real person. We will laugh, we may cry, and I won't mind if you drop an f-bomb or two. I will never judge you or presume to...
**Not accepting clients at this time.** My guess is that you’re searching for a therapist because either you or someone you love is feeling stuck—and you’re searching for a way to get unstuck. Feeling stuck is a really helpless feeling—and it can be painful when we feel alone in our stuck-ness. I believe that that pain speaks to our human design for relationship—for a life of connection with Go...
