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
Adolescents, young adults and adults join me for therapy for a wide variety of specific reasons, though often related to stressors or transitions that feel overwhelming, or due to feeling stagnant/stuck and unable to attain their goals. Life situations and circumstances that challenge you are often the most rewarding and formative; yet adapting and managing your thoughts, feelings and behaviors...
“*Accepting new clients via teletherapy.*” I feel that each person’s experience is an opportunity for growth and that everyone has a right to live freely. Everyone's life is a journey and their path is their own, yet is not meant to be endured or navigated alone. I feel that focusing on an individual’s strengths and positive attributes will allow a person to grow in desired areas. I take a...
Let's start today and help you find a better journey ahead! Family & Personal Counseling offers Video/Phone Telehealth sessions for individuals, families and couples, and all age groups, for a wide range of issues - individual concerns, relationships, family dynamics, bereavement/grief, lifestyle changes, anxiety and stress reduction, children's issues, depression and weight management. Founded...
Sometimes it is difficult to make sense of thoughts and feelings, especially in a world where many of us are told not to listen to what is happening inside. Sometimes it difficult to negotiate the incessant demands of everyday life and to find a time and place to think things through, to listen to ourselves and to pay attention to what is actually going on. Sometimes it is difficult to discover...
Shawnisha is a Licensed Professional Counselor of Mental Health (LPCMH) in the state of Delaware who utilizes restorative practices to help children, adolescents and their families thrive holistically with the goal of promoting healthy communities. Shawnisha utilizes the individual strengths of participants seeking therapeutic services as the foundation for treatment, and builds upon those...
I am a licensed marriage and family therapist, that has been providing assistance to clients for over 11 years. I have worked with couples, families and individuals. I have found that the key to addressing personal issues is to “strive for progress, not perfection.” It is the key to living a fulfilling life for yourself and those around you. My clients are treated with the utmost respect at all...
We are facing an unprecedented time in collective trauma. You may find yourself overwhelmed which leads you to slipping back into old habits or shutting down, and are embarrassed that you are not coping well. It's quite possible you armor up on the outside while feeling messy on the inside. If only others knew how dreadfully stuck and scared you feel about life. Part of you wants to let others...
Facing a life challenge? If you are reading my profile, you are already taking the first step in addressing it. It is hard to face problems in life that are unwanted, unwelcomed, and often, unanticipated. All of us face obstacles, the recovery process lies in how we overcome them. I work with clients to understand the difficult challenges in their lives and offer solutions, support and insight....
I work to empower children, teenagers, and adults to create peaceful and productive lives following a stressful phase of life or a traumatic event. During the 14 years of my career, I have worked in residential treatment centers, private clinics, and in community and school-based programs. Additionally, I have worked with a team to establish an Early Childhood Court program, given several TV...
"When I started Counseling Professionals in 2001, my vision was to provide a place of refuge from the storms of life and to equip our clients and their families with the tools they need to live a happy and successful life. I am proud to say that we have made this vision a reality for our clients since the beginning. I'm so honored for the opportunity to help so many individuals, couples, famili...
*ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS.* Does it feel like your anxiety or depression is interrupting your daily life? Do you feel keyed up, irritable, or on edge? Do you feel a sense of dread or impending doom? Do you experience unwanted thoughts, urges, or images? I strive to provide a warm, empathetic, non-judgmental, safe, and supportive therapeutic environment where we can work together to help you with y...
We all encounter times in life when we just feel stuck and overwhelmed, sometimes unsure of why we feel this way and unable to move forward. Psychotherapy helps us to achieve a sense of well-being and make changes in our lives. My goal is to maintain a safe and supportive therapeutic process, which will allow you to achieve personal growth. I utilize a combination of psychodynamic and...
Shaping Minds is a private practice counseling center that is geared towards meeting the needs of the community. We pride ourselves on being inclusive of all types of people needing support. We want to be the safe haven for those that are reluctant to seek therapy and those that already trust the process. Let us change your view to see all the possibilities that are available when you begin a...
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Would you like to talk about gender with a caring professional in a confidential space? We are a therapy practice devoted to supporting teens, adults, and families who are transgender, non-binary, gender fluid, gender queer, or just wanting to explore gender identity. We can connect you to needed resources, write referral letters, and network you in to our LGBTQ...
I invite anyone who is struggling to cope with the pressure of life. At times life can be difficult and grueling. Events that leave your understanding of your place in the world rattled or even shattered. Lost relationships, traumatic experiences, illness, or disability. During those times it can be helpful to have a safe and confidential space to talk about what has happened. Someplace we can ...
