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
In my 22 years as a clinician, I have worked in a variety settings serving a diverse population of clients. Among these are, young adults , chronic illness patients , Veterans and the LGBTQ community. Life is often filled with challenges , transitions and change. Psychotherapy can help weather these storms in a way that is healthy and promotes individual growth. In my work, I assist clients in...
Are you feeling hopeless about where you currently are in your life? Did you expect to be somewhere else at this point in your life? Do you feel like you’re unable to connect with others or that others don’t understand what you are going through? One of the most difficult things about experiencing mental health symptoms is that you often feel alone. Often times you feel as if no one “gets you” ...
Life can be difficult and there are so many things that happen to us that are out of our control when things happen externally it affects us in a negative way internally. Sometimes it may not even be our circumstances but our thoughts and negative distortions that have manifested over the years and are causing us extreme distress and an inability to be able to cope with everyday life. When this...
There are many reasons that we find ourselves in need of help. I believe that we all have a desire for our lives to be better, but many times we are unsure of how to reach those goals. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, depression, other mental health needs, or have experienced trauma in your life reaching out for help is the first step toward a better life. I have worked with a variety of...
Are you or your child struggling in school and wondering whether a learning disorder or ADHD is getting in the way? What about behavioral challenges or strong emotions that you're trying to understand better? Have you or your child been diagnosed with several different mental health conditions, and you want to know what's really going on? These are some of the many issues that we can explore...
You deserve to live a life that leaves you excited to wake up every morning! My goal in counseling is to provide adolescents, teens, and adults the courage and confidence to work toward a better path for their life. I help people whose anxiety takes over at the worst possible moments. My work with adolescents, teens, and young adults is directed to establish the proper tools in improving their...
Let’s face it. Finding a therapist is a daunting task! There are so many variables to consider and it can be hard to know where to even start. In hope of making this process a little easier for you, let me take a few minutes to tell you about myself and how I practice. Life and experience have repeatedly shown me that the therapeutic relationship is instrumental for change and healing. As a...
*NOW PROVIDING ONLINE TELETHERAPY* Hello and welcome! I understand that you are tired and overwhelmed with life's demands. Your relationship is not what you expected and no longer feels satisfying or “meant to be.” You are struggling to be the “ideal” parent you thought you’d be, or you’re just plain exhausted by all the pressures on you. If you let it, life will put you on an emotional roller...
Trauma: Trauma is part of the human condition, and past trauma will drive future behavioral choices. We will work on the trauma that is causing poor symptomology. Brainspotting is cutting-edge trauma treatment can speed up the healing process, so that life's previous experiences can stop controlling your present negative actions. (See https://www.recoveryhill.info/brainspotting-trauma-therapy t...
Life can be challenging! One of the most courageous choices one can make is to embark on the journey towards personal exploration and growth. As a therapist, my job is to help you access your inner wisdom, navigate relationships and change, and create a fulfilling, balanced life. I find that my clients are often equipped with strengths and talents that they do not give themselves credit for. I ...
Whether experiencing a transition in life, or have reached a point of having "enough" of the things that have caused you frustration, stress, or heartbreak, we can work through these issues together, as a team. Anxiety, work stress, depression, loss or family conflict can all create situations during which we need to talk to someone who can listen objectively and help make sense of our feelings...
What is it that we all have in common? Perhaps it is the desire to be happy, to find meaning in life or to have connections with others. Maybe we are searching for a feeling of calmness; or to be less overwhelmed. We all have our own personal struggles. I believe that my calming presence and acceptance of others helps clients feel comfortable and at ease. Finding the right therapist is key to y...
“Don’t judge a man by where he is, because you don’t know how far he’s come.” –C.S. Lewis. Therapy serves as the channel through which one identifies the impact of an incident, while seeking to recognize the meaning they aim to take away as the work unfolds. My experience with disaster relief has geared me towards recognizing one’s capacity to adjust to life amidst disruptions. I specialize in...
One of the most important factors in achieving the healing and growth that you desire out of therapy is to find a therapist who is a great fit for you. As your therapist, my primary role is to create a safe, curious, and accepting relationship with you in which we can explore both your difficulties and aspirations. As our work proceeds, we will develop an increasingly clearer understanding of y...
Do you often find that you compare yourself to others? Do you want to stop unhealthy behaviors but have a hard time making change? Do you find yourself stuck in a cycle of unhealthy relationships, but you're not sure what to do about it? Maybe you struggle with setting and keeping boundaries with yourself and others. We all have limits in relationships that help us feel safe and...
