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
Thank you for your interest and congratulations on your first steps to life change! I am Dr. Nathan Currie, much of my practice has been with communities of color and LGBTQ people in private and community practice settings, including four years with Johns Hopkins Medicine in Baltimore, and multiple years of community-based work in DC and Los Angeles. I am trained in CBT and very much draw upon ...
I am a Clinical Psychology Doctoral student providing treatment under the license and supervision of Dr. Robin Potter. I have experience working with adults struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, loss, eating disorder and body image issues. I have training in many different modalities (Client-Centered therapy, Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Dialectical Behavior therapy,...
Life comes at you fast, and does not come with instructions, or easy answers. I hope as a therapist to provide a safe, welcoming space in which we can wrestle with and struggle through difficulties together. My approach to therapy is to address a person’s current issues as well as to explore the life and person in which they are occurring. I believe a person is much more than their symptoms and...
Throughout the years, life events, both big and small, are inevitable. These events challenge and shape who we are and how we respond to others and situations. Occasionally, we begin to have abnormal responses to people or situations that others would most likely not have. These responses can affect a multitude of areas in our lives. This can cause higher levels of depression, anxiety, OCD,...
I am a therapist who specializes in infertility, IVF and assisted reproduction. I uniquely have both personal and professional experience with infertility. Anxiety, sadness, anger, bitterness, grief, difficulty making decisions, and feelings of loss of control and social isolation can be common feelings that many people experience when going through this. You do not have to go through this alon...
"How you doin'?" Do you often say fine, and try to ignore how you feel? If so, I want to ask how are you REALLY doing? Many times we try to appear to be fine even when we aren't. Being honest with yourself about emotional distress, pain, struggle, fear or grief is essential to begin the healing process. Everyone reacts to difficulty differently. Stress in life can cause symptoms of anxiety,...
Hello! My name is Keith Fairclough Jr and I am the founder of Fairclough Consulting Services where our motto is "Improving the world by improving you." Our goal is to help people become the best version of themselves and live an abundant life. We firmly believe that everyone has the capacity to change and overcome any challenge they may be facing. We are committed to coming alongside you, worki...
As a therapist, my goal is to provide a safe space for exploring and facilitating change through support and empathic listening so my clients can work through life's challenges with the goal of improving their overall mental and emotional wellbeing. I believe in a collaborative and integrative approach which is tailored to the needs and strengths of the individual, couple, or family. I have...
Sometimes life can be challenging, to the point that you might feel overwhelmed with everything that is occurring and finding someone to talk to can be difficult at best. I use Integrative psychotherapy techniques in my work with adolescents, adults, & couples which allows me to consider the individual characteristics, preferences, needs, abilities, spiritual beliefs, & motivation level of each...
Are you struggling, feeling stuck, overwhelmed and burned out? This can cause emotional stress and breakdown on a regular basis. You are making a brave step in asking for help and I strive to meet the individual where he or she may be without judgement. As a therapist, it is my goal to help you identify your strengths and potentials to improve your day to day functioning as we work towards...
I am a Mental Health Counselor with clinical training in a variety of diagnoses. In private practice, I work with adults, adolescents and families. I have a Masters of Science in Mental Health Counseling and am currently pursuing a PhD in Mental Health Counseling. My approach to therapy is based on the belief that all individuals are doing their best at each moment in time and that they have th...
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist who specializes in the assessment of psychological disorders that interfere with learning, including but not limited to autism, ADHD, learning disabilities and/or dyslexia, as well as social emotional learning challenges. I offer psychoeducational assessments, which unlock answers as to what is interfering with an individual’s learning potential. In...
Are you struggling with the ups and downs in life? Seeking a sense of wholeness or desiring to resolve core issues that may be holding you back from a healthier and happier life? Perfection will never be an option--we are human after all--but improvement comes through healthier choices and positive behavioral patterns. I am here to offer support to my client’s while empowering, healing and grow...
Are you dreaming the big dreams and want to take your game to the next level? I help athletes understand the huge role the mental game plays in sport and life. I do this by applying psychological principles that function as a catalyst to achieving your goals! Your individualized plan is tailored specific to your mental game needs. Do you want to master your thoughts, control your emotions, and...
