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
*Telehealth or Onsite options available *Monday - Saturday* I understand that life can become stressful and you need help during those challenging times. I believe each person is dynamic and requires counseling programs designed specifically for them. This can be accomplished through Cognitive Behavioral approaches, Emotionally Focused Therapy techniques, Accelerated Resolution Therapy. I'll...
Hi there, my name is Riann and I believe that each of us has a unique voice, experience, and understanding of the world. There are times that sharing our story can help us develop a deeper understanding of our individual strengths and allow the expression of our powerful voice. I am passionate about meeting my clients within their unique experiences and further develop a clearer understanding o...
It can be easy to endow therapists with far more power and insight than we truly have — clients tend to assume that therapists have everything figured out. While I do want to be a model for others, I prefer to think of the therapeutic endeavor as a journey of two equals — we are both climbing our own mountains, side by side. From my mountain, I have a unique vantage point about yours, and I can...
Sexuality is a complex, personal, and social experience. Many of us were raised with secrecy, silence, and shame. This often results in unsatisfactory or unhealthy sexual and emotional relationships. Many people today are struggling with sexuality and sex with their partners. We often don't know how to communicate about our wants, needs, desires, and boundaries. We may feel lonely, isolated, or...
In an enriching and creative environment, I develop a personally tailored blend of art therapy and counseling techniques to help clients from infancy to adulthood move through life’s challenges. I utilize art and play therapy with young children to address behavioral challenges, life transitions, anxiety, attachment, and self esteem. Parents and adults can receive support through infertility,...
Hi there! My name is Mayra Richards and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC). I’ve been counseling for 5 years and it is an honor to get to sit with every client. I love getting the opportunity to guide people in their journey of personal healing and self discovery. My heart as a therapist is to help people connect with God, themselves, and others so they can find fulfillment and purpos...
I have experience treating individuals and couples with depression, anxiety, attachment and trauma. I have worked extensively with children, teens and young adults and believe my relationship with my clients is a partnership working to achieve the clients goals. I strive to assist clients with identifying and building upon their strengths and growing through their challenges. I am an eclectic...
Your present circumstances don’t determine where you can go; they merely determine where you start. My clients struggle with anxiety, depression, life transitions, exposure to traumatic events, and PTSD. These symptoms often leave them feeling helpless, afraid, and like things will never get better. Even though you want to run. Even though it's heavy and difficult. Even though you're not quite...
*Not currently accepting new clients* Ashley is a healer of self and others and lover of humanity. She believes that choosing to heal is a radical act of self-love. Once we take the time to learn and heal ourselves and our wounds we can emerge toward collective empowerment. She is a trained Social Worker currently working in day treatment with youth in a school setting who have mental health an...
The road of life isn't always smooth and easy... and it's a road you don't have to navigate alone. Are you struggling with depression or anxiety? Do you defeat yourself with self-critical thinking? Does stress get in the way of accomplishing your goals in life? I enjoy working with clients who are ready to seek the road to recovery - from trauma, abuse, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, an...
Traumatic and stressful life experiences have made it challenging for you to live life the way that you want. You find yourself struggling with thoughts like, " I'm not good enough", "I'm a failure", or the feeling that "something is wrong" with you. You've struggled with anxiety or depression for as long as you can remember. Living this way is exhausting, and you want something different. Regu...
Psychotherapy offers us an opportunity to better understand ourselves and to create important and meaningful changes in our lives. It also offers an effective way to address questions and feelings that we may find confusing or painful. I approach this work with empathy, warmth, curiosity, and a collaborative spirit. I tailor my approach to the particular needs of each client, offering both the...
It is OK to ask for help. I am here to listen, be present, and collaboratively work with you on movement toward positive change. I am excited to speak with you regarding anxieties, burdens, challenges, or issues that are impacting your day-to-day living, relationships, school, work, and your family. I welcome openness in our working relationship, and look forward to helping you achieve growth,...
As a Licensed Professional Counselor working with Waybridge Counseling, my goal is to provide children, adolescents, and families with a safe, welcoming environment through individual and family therapy. I work with clients who are struggling with mental health issues, emotional regulation, behavioral disturbances, trauma, anxiety, depression, and communication concerns between parents and...
