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
UNABLE TO ACCEPT EAP “Boundaries are the cornerstone of a happy existence.” - Elizabeth Rider, I totally agree and will help you with yours. I think everyone can utilize a crash course in goals, self-respect, coping skills and boundaries in order to live the kind of life that meets your needs and allows you to turn dreams, into reality! I think outside of the box and use creative alternatives l...
Hello! As a mental health therapist I see my role as a helper. I believe in meeting people where they are in a safe, positive, nurturing environment to create trusting relationships that can support change and acceptance. I believe in treating the whole person-physically, mentally, and emotionally as well as mind, body, and soul. I love assisting youth, individuals, and families with challenges...
One of the greatest joys in my life is helping people walk out of their deepest struggles into freedom and victory. Throughout my career, I have spent countless hours helping couples heal their marriages; individuals work through traumatic experiences and personal struggles; and families find wholeness and wellness. I believe that if the willingness to change is present in a client, great thing...
( English | español ) I am a bilingual/bicultural licensed professional counselor with twenty years experience including working at a non-profit mental health clinic, a managed care company, and a public elementary school. I was born and raised in San Salvador, El Salvador and moved to CT to pursue my master's degree in psychology. I have struggled with acculturation, parenting, and multiple...
If you're looking for a caring, experienced, skilled and respectful therapist, you need look no further. I have years of experience in providing therapy in mental health settings and in private practice. I utilize therapeutic approaches proven to be effective (e.g.; DBT, MI, CBT, PST, Seeking Safety for trauma and substance abuse, etc.). I am known for my ability to connect with my clients in a...
{Practice is unfortunately full. My deepest apologies.} The universal human need and desire to seek and attain healthy relationships, joy, purpose, acceptance, peace, love (the list goes on...) is a journey that should not be traveled alone. As your therapist, I would like to offer you the ability to have a second set of footsteps traveling along with you as you explore, process, challenge, hea...
If you are struggling with anxiety, depression, healing a new or old trauma, have survived a painful time in your life or are in one right now, I can help you navigate these potentially rough waters and make it to a shore that feels livable and grounded. I also take into account power, privilege and oppression, and how our social locations can affect our daily lives and how we heal. As a...
TELEHEALTH THERAPIST. Welcome! I believe that we all have the capacity to transform our lives, sometimes we just need an experienced professional to help us through. I work with teens and adults who are working through issues surrounding anxiety, depression, relationships, self esteem, and life transitions (any changes, planned or unplanned, that are stressful or difficult). I also specialize i...
I am a Queer therapist, providing a relaxed, open, collaborative and non-judgmental atmosphere. I will cater my approach to your needs, but my natural style is goal-oriented, so I tend to delve into the issues at hand so that you can see improvement in your emotional well-being as quickly as possible. Once immediate stressors have been calmed, we can work on a deeper level together in order to...
I want to first acknowledge your decision to pursue therapy services. It takes strength and courage to choose not to go it alone. I was taught the importance of doing my own personal work, and this has given me a much deeper appreciation for what it takes to grow and heal. Therapy can be anxiety provoking, even temporarily painful. However, it can also enable you to tap into your strengths,...
At Escalera we with clients to create a collaborative process because we believe that your trust and comfort in the therapeutic process is critical to your success in achieving your goals. Our therapists use CBT, interpersonal, client centered, and integrated therapies to help tailor treatment to your needs. Escalera Health is an integrated clinic that also offers psychiatric and primary care...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist, specializing in neurodevelopmental, neuropsychological, and independent educational evaluations for children, adolescents and adults. I believe that in order to thrive you need to have a "road map" of your unique strengths and weaknesses. Through the use of scientifically reliable and valid testing instruments, I help my clients find clarity to their...
*As of 09/16/2020 I am no longer accepting new clients Do you find yourself struggling to find meaning in your life? Do you feel lost or even misunderstood? Do you find yourself stuck in the same thought and behavioral patterns? I first want to applaud you in taking the first step in the counseling process. Finding a therapist who is the right fit for your needs can often be challenging and eve...
Are you feeling alone with your struggles? Are you open to change? I am an accepting and committed therapist with 25-years experience serving clients from many cultural backgrounds. My clients struggle to adjust to major life changes, loss, trauma, conflicts with their spouse or families. Many of my clients live with post-traumatic stress. Often these symptoms stem from anger, abuse, violence, ...
I help moms, women and teenagers overcome their deepest, darkest struggles by sorting through things that feel overwhelming, increasing insight into personal characteristics, learning how to cope with what's difficult and letting go of afflictions on repeat in their heads. Clients leave with increased self-confidence, a sense of hope and new skills to handle difficulties long term. Mostly, they...
