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
I specialize in child therapy, Selective Mutism, OCD, behavioral issues, child and adult trauma, and gifted testing. I am a School-Based Registered Play Therapist, trained in EMDR and a certified PCIT Therapist. I focus therapy on play-based, EMDR and cognitive behavioral strategies with a strong understanding of how children process and communicate. The family is always an integral part of...
My therapeutic approach emphasizes a focus on subconscious motives & creativity forms of expression. I am Depth Psychologist near completion of a PhD in Community, Liberation, and Ecopsychology. I do not believe in fixing people, but instead in helping them explore the reasons symptoms and behaviors are coming forward, then working toward building stronger coping skills and resiliency. Evidence...
Melissa Rooth is a LCPC and AMFT that specializes in trauma, depression, anxiety and life transitions. She has experience working with teens and young adults as well families and individuals. Melissa focuses on her clients intrinsic strengths and positive attributes, she believes in working collaboratively with clients and their families to help them improve the quality of their relationships a...
I work with teenage women and adult women who aspire to understand themselves more deeply, find their inner voice, and create healthy boundaries for their relationships and life. They value mindfulness, art, and openness. These women experience challenges in their relationships, often between themselves and parents. They are still developing and exploring what it means to take responsibility fo...
Welcome. When situations arise that make life difficult, it helps to have a qualified and supportive professional to help you work through and identify solutions to your unique circumstances. By taking an individualized and collaborative approach to treatment, each session is tailored and focused on your wellbeing, healing, and success. Thank you for considering me in your healing journey. I lo...
Hi, I'm glad you're here. Beginning therapy can be a bit overwhelming and I'm here to help you figure out whether I can create a safe space for you to begin the process. I know having the "right fit" is important because feeling comfortable with your therapist is essential. My extensive experience in Mental Health, Substance Abuse, and Crisis Intervention allows me the ability to assist you in...
Are you tired of holding it all in? Are you tired of fighting with yourself and others? Is your loved one's addiction consuming you? Whether it's tackling addiction or being in a relationship with a loved one suffering from addiction. I can help you find solutions moving you forward to a path of personal freedom. By identifying your motivations and needs, I'll help you find goals to work toward...
We are more mysterious to ourselves than we know. Rather than explore this mystery, however, we are conditioned to seek the quick fix -- diagnosis, medication, self-help books and worksheets -- in order to meet the grinding demand for maximum productivity. But ignorance of the unconscious not only compromises our creativity and potential, it also invariably results in significant pain. Our...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Common problems I assist with in couple's therapy include; tackling communication barriers, rebuilding the 'spark,' managing post-partum, and addressing one another's emotional needs. My passion comes from helping people pave their way to growth and happiness. The process of...
Depression, anxiety, eating disorders, addictions...these are all signs of trauma attempting to work its way out of the system. I use a leading edge, research based neurobiological approach addressing trauma in the nervous system where it gets stored and assisting the inherent wisdom of the body to metabolize and release it. As a Neuro-Somatic Coach and Counselor, I work with adults and...
There is hope and healing; even though it might not feel like it. I have experience working with children, teens, and young adults dealing with everything from anxiety and relationship issues to trauma and sexual abuse. It would be a privilege to work with you or your child towards healing, tailoring the counseling process to best fit your needs. For Individuals... Maybe your anxiety is becomin...
Ana is a dedicated and compassionate Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) certified therapist. She has experience working with a wide variety of mental health, dual diagnosis, and multicultural clients. Her vast experience and knowledge gives her the advantage of being able to connect, communicate, and provide the highest level of...
Are you experiencing feelings of abandonment, rejection, worthlessness, helplessness and hopelessness. Are you at a crossroad in life and you don't know what to do? Do you feel like your relationship seems stagnant? Whether your struggles are trauma, grief, relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety or any other mental health issues I would love to help you. I will use the experience I've...
I am a Licensed Clinical Therapist in private practice. By far, we are destined to change. I am seeking clients who are ready to build something new in order to change something old. I am ready to help you jump start your life transformation. With utilizing various evidence based practices, I will be able to help you refocus and reconnect with yourself despite life adversities. Another successf...
Life sometimes gets in the way of living our lives to the fullest. With changes in family situations, behavior, loss and pain, it can be difficult finding hope and the confidence to face these daily challenges. Children and teens sometimes are unable to identify their feelings appropriately and suffer without understanding. Children communicate through play and through play therapy the client i...
