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
TELETHERAPY AVAILABLE, We might face life circumstances that seem impossible to cope with. Trusting that you can bounce back and move on can be quite a challenge during such times, but is for sure possible. I have had the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients who have dared to hope, to seek help, and take charge of their life to create a better future. I have worked with individua...
The first step in becoming a "BETTER YOU" is seeking help and I applaud you for taking this first step on your journey to health and well-being. As a counselor, my role is to listen and equip you with the skills, guidance, and tools you need to live your best life. I work from a holistic approach integrating CBT, Narrative, Solution Focused, Play, Behavioral and Humanistic-talk therapy with a...
I’m an adoption-competent therapist with the Center for Adoption Support and Education (C.A.S.E.). Children, teens and families face unique emotional and behavioral challenges that stem from pre- and post-adoption experiences. With early intervention, they can address and overcome these challenges. As an adoption-competent therapist, I have the skills and experience needed to address these issu...
Relationships are complex, whether marriage, domestic partnership, family or friends; we all occasionally need help navigating the currents that are continually in a state of flux. I am dedicated to helping individuals, couples, & families work towards healing themselves & forming stronger bonds within their relationships. I work with a variety of clients including Military families, children i...
I am currently not accepting any new patients. The process of therapy can be a difficult one. Although it can be intimidating to face your difficulties, the good news is that you already have everything that you need in order to heal and overcome your obstacles. I believe that one of the main factors in the effectiveness of treatment is the therapeutic relationship. From a strength-based...
My ideal client is anyone who, despite their fears and apprehensions about therapy, is ready to do the necessary work to develop the tools which will enable them to actively pivot towards a better life; a life that is aligned with their deeply held values. At the basis of my practice is holding all my clients with an open, accepting, and non-biased emotional stance. I specialize in using...
My ideal client is ready for a change. They are someone who is looking for support with life stress and anxiety, adjusting to a life transition, feeling stuck, or wanting to grow themself. My client's goals might include learning to better manage stress and anxiety, finding their voice or direction, setting boundaries, growing self-worth, or creating new healthy patterns. They might want help w...
RBG Counseling specializes in working with clients who have a history of physical abuse, sexual abuse, emotional abuse, neglect, early childhood trauma, and other types of traumatic events. Trauma often creates symptoms impacting our daily functioning and ability to fully engage in life. Treatment focuses on creating symptom relief, reconnecting with resiliency and strength, and supporting...
You may be experiencing "stuckness" in your life, feeling caught in thought loops that have left you overwhelmed, anxious, in pain, hopeless. Yet, something brought you here – somewhere within you is an action tendency to move toward healing, growth, and connection. Whether you are dealing with anxiety, OCD, trauma, or existential struggles over identity, relationships, loss, or life transition...
Over the years I've enjoyed working with adolescents and young adults as a full-time social worker and soccer coach in the school setting (currently with Fairfax County Public Schools). Given the transient and dense population of the Northern Virginia community, our school aged population puts immense pressure on themselves to succeed socially, academically, and athletically. Many students that...
Do you feel like your world is falling apart, you don't understand why things are so hard for you when it seems easy for others? Has your thinking or your memory changed? Are you suddenly struggling at work or school after an accident or traumatic event? Do you feel afraid, jittery, & have trouble sleeping? Do you beat to your own drum or had a hard time attending to the world around you? Do yo...
Where are you in the cycle of stress> overwhelm> burnout> crash? Maybe it's the mounting pressures of school or work, lack of real connection with friends, family, or your significant other, or questioning what you really believe and where you belong. If you're a college student or young professional, you may find yourself facing new situations or decisions that you don't really feel prepared f...
As a therapist, I strive to always be honest with my clients, open to feedback and to work in a collaborative manner. It is my focus to assist you in reaching the goals that YOU want to achieve. We will work in a collaborative manner to create goals and to design a pathway to change. I will challenge you to enact this change, and guide you through the process in a supportive manner. For Parents...
Past and current life challenges can inhibit your ability to fully enjoy life. As a therapist, I walk side by side with my clients, partnering with them to help empower healing and change with empathy, support, and without judgement. Together we will embrace your story and create a custom approach to helping you. I specialize in working with children, teens, families, and have experience with...
Trauma, sadness, anxiety, concentration problems, grief, and challenging behaviors - like defiance and temper tantrums - are often difficult for both caregivers and children alike. They contribute to stress, feelings of isolation, and problems at school, home, and in the community. When left untreated, these issues can also lead to long-term physical and mental health challenges. My aim is to...
