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
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with 15 years of clinical experience. I am currently a member of the Green River Guild in Hyde Park, VT. In my practice, I like to create a therapeutic setting in which clients can discover for themselves the answers and solutions they have been looking for. I believe that people have the adaptive information inside them to grow beyond...
Hi, I’m so glad you’re here! I’m a Master’s level therapist working towards my LPCC licensure under the supervision of Amber Fuller, MA, LMFT. I’ve been working in the mental health field for 10+ years. My passion is to come alongside people and partner with them to help them heal from trauma, renew their passion for life, find their authentic selves, and reach their goals in health and wellnes...
In therapy, my goal is to help you tap into the resources that already exist within you. I believe you possess wisdom, resilience, sound judgment, compassion for yourself and others, and other strengths that can be refined or rediscovered through the process of therapy. I also believe that authentic human connection is the primary conduit of healing in therapy, so I strive to make our...
This ever-changing world can be difficult for today's children and teens. The pressure to fit in, keep up with social media, learning how to balance school, friends, home life, and extracurricular activities all while trying to figure out who they are and who they want to become can be not only stressful but confusing. Working with children and adolescents requires specialized knowledge and ski...
As a counselor, my primary goal is enabling my clients to discover the path towards healing, hope, and growth. The environment that I provide is one of warmth and safety and one in which my clients can explore the ways in which events of the past affect them in the present, enhancing quality of life and examining the barriers to healing and growth. I work with a broad range of clients, includin...
***Offering evening and Sunday appointments*** Sometimes life is hard and we need a little assistance. I believe strength is within us, and I also believe that sometimes we need a little help finding it. I am here to support you along the journey of gaining understanding into yourself, your situation and your goals. In addition to other evidence-based practices (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, MI...
So, you've been feeling anxious, depressed, hopeless, or just “empty." By now, I'm sure you've tried everything you can think of to solve your problems. You may have already been let down by your friends, your family, or even other therapists. You're probably wondering how *I* could possibly help you... Don't worry. I won't make false promises and I don't offer my clients trendy "miracle cures....
I have many years of experience working with children, adolescents, families, specializing in trauma-informed care and behavioral interventions. I work collaboratively with my clients and their family and I tailor interventions based on the presenting client’s individualized concerns. I like using a strength based approach with my clients....
Many clients I see come in after suffering significantly from riding the highs and lows of intense emotional ups and downs and are in search of learning new coping skills, or strengthening existing ones. Some of these folks suffer from self-harming behaviors, suicidality, addiction, eating disorders, OCD, PTSD, or anxiety and depression. The common thread among them, however, is the desire to n...
The trial and error of navigating school stress, family/peer relationships, and normal development can be a particularly difficult time for young people and their families. This stress can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, self-doubt, and loneliness; children and teens may act-out, isolate themselves, or engage in self-harm behaviors. It is my goal to provide children/teens and their...
My goal is to provide a safe, non-judgmental space where clients can feel seen, heard and accepted. I believe it is the relationship between client and therapist where so much of the work happens. We can work collaboratively to explore relational patterns, understand the connection between thoughts, emotions and behavior, and get curious about what may be holding you back from a deeper connecti...
Life is hard! There are so many things to balance and never enough hours in the day. It is important to make time for yourself in the chaos. If we show up for ourselves we are better able to be there for the rest of our life. I love helping people live to their potential by helping them to explore their stressors and mental health issues. I want you to feel empowered to be the best version of...
I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker practicing in Providence, Rhode Island. I specialize in in anxiety, depression, life transitions, and LGBTQIA+ issues. I take an integrative perspective, emphasizing nutrition, physical activity and exercise as sources for overall well-being and growth. My practice is open to individual adults and couples, as well as clients for group therapy. ...
"I consider my client's symptoms as their strengths, the way they have learned to survive." -Bessel Van Der Kolk. The client's that I have come in contact with are truly amazing. The sad part is, my clients typically blame themselves for the tragedy, dysfunction, symptoms etc in their lives, instead of seeing how strong they are. Life can get difficult and often we get through life scarred....
My ideal client is one that acknowledges that they need some extra help in learning how to cope with life's stressful situations. A person who is seeking knowledge, techniques, strategies, and ways in which to change their current situation. A person who is open to learning new things and using the skills and strategies that they have been taught. I enjoy working with persons who struggle with...
