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
*Accepting new patients! Email for appt.* Negative self-talk or negative thoughts getting in your way? Difficult life transitions? Feeling overwhelmed, confused, discouraged or depressed? Repeating patterns? Let’s talk! I have an authentic style that is direct but genuinely warm and compassionate. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) integrated with Person-Centered, strengths-based and...
Thanks for stopping by and taking the first step toward improving your life. If you've come this far, you may be looking for support in your life to overcome or process a recent life transition, challenge, or enhance relationships with the ones you love. I am here to provide a safe and nurturing environment to explore and assist in finding new perspectives or areas for growth. I strive to meet ...
Life is challenging and even harder when we have large and small traumas that get in the way of our wellness and growth. I find it a great honor to help people overcome life's inevitable difficulties to improve their lives and strengthen their families. I teach skills and build upon strengths as clients reconnect with and live into their highest and best self. Spiritual growth and healing is a...
*Schedule an intake to start DBT group. Website provides further info* Chances are you may be feeling overwhelmed or unsure about certain life decisions. Let's work together to help you feel more confident and address any issues that feel unresolved. It's okay to feel unsure about this process and opening up to someone new can be intimidating. The best thing about therapy is that it will give y...
My goal is to help you evolve into the person you want to be. I want to work with you to identify your passions, personality, strengths, and weaknesses and forge a path to fulfillment. The goals you set will be the focal point of our time together. We will have to address weaknesses and problems to get you where you want to be. You may struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction,...
Everyone is struggling to deal with a 'new normal'. The Covid-19 virus and its economic upheavals are generating lots of anxiety, fear, and anguish . We are faced with having to adapt and adjust rapidly. Like all of you, we are adapting. All our sessions are now online, phone or FaceTime. We offer sessions in a variety of time options, from 1/2 hour to 3 hour sessions (morning or afternoon). We...
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I see therapy as a powerful two-person process of discovery and acceptance. In session we laugh, we cry, we understand and we grow. We read over the past, stay rooted in the present, and look forward to a more balanced and fulfilling future. My integrative approach to treatment is rooted in interpersonal psychodynamic theory, but also drives from othe...
At one time or another, everyone encounters challenges that drain available resources and leave us feeling overwhelmed. At the very worst, our troubles seem to paralyze, and we struggle to maintain hope of reaching a better place. No matter what challenges you might be facing today, it is my goal to provide unconditional acceptance in a safe, inviting environment where I can authentically conne...
*MY SCHEDULE FOR 2020 IS FULL. JOIN THE WAITLIST FOR AVAILABILITY IN 2021* Feeling disconnected and unsatisfied? Are you looking for a (more) sustainable way of being? We each have the power to transform our reality into our desired way of life. Through art therapy, I offer you curiosity, support, and a mirror to your insights in a way that allows you to see a different perspective. I work with...
Entering therapy can be difficult, and it is essential to find a therapist with whom you connect well with... Hi, my name is Net. And I am a seasoned therapist that provides client-centered therapy for individuals seeking treatment for depression, anxiety, trauma, and PTSD. I hope that through our work, you will feel empowered to take the risks that will help you create the kind of life and per...
When we first talk, my goal is to have you feel safe, valued, and well informed. I often meet people at their lowest points. I am honored to help find the answers and provide the tools they need to feel better quickly and have lasting relief. Coming into counseling is a brave step. I want to get to know you, understand what brings you in, and create a plan that is tailored to you. I keep up wi...
Life can be challenging and painful at times, for a variety of reasons. As a therapist, I work in a gentle and supportive manner to assist individuals and families in clarifying and working through their struggles and pain. I am a licensed clinical social worker (LCSW) with over 20 years of professional experience. In addition to being a therapist, I have been a clinical supervisor and a clinic...
Gladstone Psychiatry and Wellness offers a comprehensive Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) program, including skills training groups, individual DBT therapy, and phone coaching. Whether you would like to increase your ability to manage your emotions, whether you struggle with interpersonal relationships, whether it is hard to imagine life as worth living, or whether you find yourself in crisis...
Dr. Friedman earned his bachelor's degree from Northeastern University and his doctoral degree in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology. His experience includes clinic work at a community mental health center serving individuals of all ages, conducting psychological assessments at a therapeutic day school, working with families and young children utilizing play...
Now accepting new clients! Let me help you reach your goals. After we conduct a thorough intake and assessment of your goals, we’ll develop a comprehensive treatment strategy. As we move forward, we’ll closely monitor your progress, so we stay focused and on-track towards your goals. I regularly work with clients with anxiety (including worry and panic attacks), depression, and relationship...
