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
Are you experiencing abuse, addictions, anxiety, depression, bereavement/grief/loss, low self-esteem, hopelessness, identity crisis, unexpected career changes, teen-pregnancy or trauma? Then allow me to come along beside you to help you transition into your "new normal" and to help coach and encourage you into a new way of thinking and living! I offer an eclectic, client-centered, holistic...
Seeing a therapist doesn’t mean there is something wrong with you. It means that you may be seeking clarity in some areas in your life, or wanting to work through complex emotions. It may mean you are working through a traumatic experience or challenging negative thinking patterns. Some people come to therapy to learn new ways to cope with difficult situations, or they may be focused on persona...
Clients I have worked with have experienced depression, anxiety, intimacy issues, trauma, family concerns, and daily life struggles. Clients often express feeling "stuck" with where they are in life and have exhausted their normal problem-solving skills before seeking help to get "unstuck". I work with clients to help them find new ways to work with the problems that bring them into therapy and...
My goal is to create a safe and comfortable space for you to explore the things that may be holding you back. I have worked extensively with a variety of severe mental illnesses, trauma, suicidality, personality disorders, depressive disorders, grief, and anxiety. I have worked with grieving children, the LGBTQ+ community, families of those facing legal issues, the incarcerated population,...
I am an advocate for social justice and aspire to reduce stigma related to mental health disorders. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or a life transition, therapy can work for you. I believe everyone can benefit from therapy and my goal is to support you in your journey back to wholeness, healing, and personal growth. You have a voice that deserves to be heard and st...
I've been a practicing counselor for over 10 years. I received my bachelor's degree in Sociology from California State University Fullerton, my master's degree from Montana State University in Marriage and Family Therapy, and I am currently a Ph.D. candidate at the University of Montana in Counselor Education and Supervision. I am a 19-year member of the Montana Air National Guard. I specialize...
"Seeing a therapist does not mean that something is wrong with you. It simply means that you may need help seeking clarity in some areas of your life. You may want to work through some traumatic experiences or challenging emotions, you may want to learn how to change your negative pattern of thinking and behaving, you may want to learn how to respond to difficult situations, you may want to lea...
It is a courageous step to commit to the process of therapy and put your trust in a therapist. Critical factors in choosing a therapist include that person’s training, life experiences, and years of professional practice. Clients need a therapist who is empathic and caring, yet also someone who is going to be direct and honest with them. I am a retired Professor of Counseling with over 40 years...
**Accepting new clients** As humans, we all suffer, struggle or experience pain in our lives. But the story does not have to end there. Do you find yourself plagued by anxiety, depression, anger, trauma, conflictual relationships, low self esteem, overwhelm, hurt or another emotional stressor? No matter where you are, there is hope for you. As your therapist, I am here to walk alongside you in ...
Difficult roads often lead to beautiful destinations. Perhaps you're down or anxious - maybe you're unsure about the future of a relationship, or just feel that you aren't living the life you were meant to lead. Whatever your needs may be, I am here to offer support and guidance. Therapy is a process of growth and self-discovery, and in my sessions, I promote change and transformation by...
I deeply value supporting you through your own unique healing process. I work primarily with adults experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, or distress associated with trauma or accumulated life events. With training from the University of Louisville and Indiana Wesleyan University, a 200 hour level yoga teacher certification, and an ongoing commitment to Somatic Experiencing training, I ...
℠ People will often seek Brian’s help when all else has failed them. Whether for anxious/depressive/compulsive symptoms, relational or sexual issues, or a sense of fragmenting or emptiness-or to make other life transformations. He works with skill & sensitivity to help clients catalyze change, open to new possibilities-and simultaneously find acceptance for themselves where they are-as they are...
Dr. Taborga's experience and training includes approaches based in Cognitive-Behavioral Therapies (CBT), Mindfulness and Acceptance and Commitment interventions, Psycho-dynamic, Solution-Focused, Reality Therapy, Family Systems, Behavioral Interventions and Play Therapies. These approaches provide the basis for helping clients to bring the unconscious scripts into conscious awareness, understan...
Welcome! I am a licensed psychologist in New Jersey and New York with extensive experience providing clinical services for children, adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings, including private practice, residential treatment, in-home and community environments, and secured correctional facilities. A majority of my practice consists of conducting in-depth psychological and...
The people I work with have sharp minds, strong feelings, and value personal growth. They come to see me because, despite their many strengths, they have struggled with sadness, anxiety, and other challenges for years and are ready to get to the bottom of the issue. They want to a sense of belonging and greater intimacy in their relationships. They want to be successful and have a sense of purp...
