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
You struggle in your relationship, or your doctor handed you a terrible diagnosis. Maybe there is something important you need to talk about, but you don't know who you can trust. On some days, it may feel your mind is spiraling out of control. Getting out of bed may have become so much more difficult lately. You experience dread too much of the time. You feel alone and sometimes wonder "what i...
Are you struggling in your life, and it is impacting your ability to function at home or work, have healthy relationships, or feel good about yourself? Have you been feeling sad or depressed and lost interest in activities you used to enjoy? Do you worry a lot about perfection, rejection, failure, or being harmed? If these are common feelings you are having, know that you are not alone and you ...
Extensive experience with adults and teens. Specialty areas are; relationships, parenting, divorce and separation, boundaries, communication, conflict-resolution, adoption, depression, anxiety and trauma. Direct military experience since 2008 and severe preadolescent/teen issues since 1997. Eclectic in my practice to include the use of evidenced based treatment modalities, REIKI, artistic...
I am currently taking new clients to treat depression, anxiety, most psychiatric disorders, sobriety maintenance, relationship issues, life transitions, behavior changes needed for wellness and health, stress management. I work with individuals of college age and up; with parents, family members and couples struggling with mental health and substance use disorders and recovery. I provide...
My work includes working with individuals coping with depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, and chronic and severe mental illness. I have experience working with all age ranges and ethnicities. I welcome clients of all gender identities and sexual orientations. I have ten years plus experience of working within the field of psychology in a variety of settings including drug and alcohol therap...
Are you feeling sad? depressed? lonely? struggling with relationship issues, domestic violence, self-esteem, anger, trauma? You are not alone! Too many people today are suffering in silence from emotional pain that affects their ability to function on the job, in school, in their everyday lives. Seeking help is a good first step. You may also just need a PEP Talk. Dr. 'Vic' is an experienced...
I have dedicated more than a decade to learning how to best help each individual and family that I come across. I have a specialty in Marriage and Family Therapy as well as PTSD and working individually with children and adolescents. I dedicate my time to continuing to research and understand the best method of helping families, individuals, and the communities in which we live. I am bilingual ...
There’s no greater freedom than living in your true self, a self authentically and lovingly connected to others. It’s how we are built. It’s how our children are built. Living the kind of balance many of us aspire to looks a heck of lot easier in print than it is in action. It takes work to integrate it all, but it is so worth it. I bring 14 years of doctoral + post-doctoral level training and ...
Hi! Are you experiencing emotional, cognitive and/or physical symptoms that negatively affect the quality of your life and/or relationships in general? Taking a HOLISTIC approach to well-being is proven to be effective. A holistic approach is based on current evidence-based research, which supports the mind-body connection. A HOLISTIC approach also honors your religious/spiritual values. Expect...
Life can be challenging, and relationships can be complicated. My goal is to help you navigate the journey, find and speak your truth, and help you live the life you love and are at peace with. Through my large scope of training and education, I've developed a practice style that encourages exploration of your inner world with practical application to the current concerns in your life. I want t...
I work with children, adults, couples and families struggling with overwhelming feelings, infertility, pregnancy/postpartum issues, disordered eating/body image, trauma, anxiety, depression or general life obstacles. I believe that the way you view yourself, your relationships with others, and the world is a gateway to the therapeutic experience. My clients would describe my warmth, compassion,...
All of us face challenging events in our lives, and at times need assistance in finding new insights, new perspectives, and new tools to live a satisfying life. When the stories of our lives no longer meet our needs - it is time for each of us to write a new story leveraging the assistance of a trusted counselor. I provide a safe place where you will discover compassion, truth, and new...
I'd like to take a moment and acknowledge your bravery and courage with taking the first step to becoming a stronger more resilient version of yourself! We are meant to heal, not suffer on a daily basis. My goal is to support you as the expert of your life. Together exploring and individualizing what works best for you. My go to approach and theories are Solution-Focused, Client Centered, Reali...
I focus on assisting adolescents, young adults, and families navigate through life’s hardships while building on personal strengths and developing daily life skills to increase healthy functioning. I provide an empathetic and listening presence for you to share your stories and sift through your ideas. If you’re experiencing anxiety, struggling with depression, dealing with stress or even the...
Sometimes we recognize things are not the way we want them to be; we need to make changes to improve our well-being, our relationship(s), our day to day life, or our athletic/artistic performance. It's at that time we need to find a trained mental health professional who can meet you where you are, understands the struggles you face and can help support you working toward positive changes. You ...
