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
Dr. Nicole Bailey, LCSW, PhD (pronouns: she/they) who is a Queer/Gender-fluid person of color; Sex-Positive and Trauma- Informed trained therapist. I help individuals of the LGBTQIA+/sexuality or romantic minority communities to restore balance and reconnect to their inner strengths. My therapeutic styles are guided by a Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) with an integration of Afro-Spiritualit...
Here at A Better You (formerly known as One Step at a Time) is an Outpatient mental health therapy clinic. We aim to help clients improve daily functioning through individual, group, family therapy, couples counseling psychiatric evaluations, and medication management. We currently accept Medicaid, private insurances and self-pay. The primary goal for One Step at a Time is to help clients be th...
Have you been feeling like you need a change in your life, but are not sure how to go about making that happen? With my emphasis in Marriage & Family Therapy, the focus of my work includes life transitions, whether it is adjusting to parenthood, considering a change within the family system, or preparing for a career move. I am passionate about helping individuals identify their values so they ...
As a bilingual licensed Marriage & Family Therapist, I have 12+ years of extensive experience working with clients who struggle with depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, have been victims of crime or violence, issues related to immigration and acculturation, and relationship and occupational stress. I enjoy working with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families to address issues...
Do you tell yourself that next time will be different, only to find yourself stuck have the same difficulties again and again? Have you spent countless time and money on feeling better, but still can't make the changes you long for? Have you heard that you simply need to "have a better attitude," "think positive," or "make better choices"? Sometimes it's not that simple. That's why my approach...
Dr. Lauren Lerza earned her Masters and Doctorate degree in clinical psychology. She spent five years during her clinical training providing evaluations to children, adolescents and adults. Most recently, she completed her internship at UC Davis Medical Center in the department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, where she provided comprehensive neuropsychological evaluations to patients w...
( English | español ) You wake up each day feeling lost, confused, and overwhelmed. You constantly ask yourself, "When am I going to life a normal life? When is the hurt, stress, anxiety, depression going to end?" You have a difficult time turning off all the negative thoughts and find yourself in a loop. Imagine that you have the ability to feel like you can manage these emotions. I am here to...
Feeling stuck, lost, overwhelmed, defeated or anxious? Many of my clients come to me in a dark place but not sure where to even begin. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who provides a safe place to sit with you in your journey to healing. I work with adults, couples, teens/adolescents who are experiencing difficulties with mood, motivation, depression, anxiety, loss of identity,...
Hello! As a counselor I work with children, adolescents, adults, families and couples. I am a Certified Play Therapist and an AutPlay Therapy Certified Provider. I am passionate about working with children and helping them succeed. It is difficult to admit when we need help. I offer a safe environment for all my clients to set goals and work to achieve them. Supporting my clients in becoming a...
( English | 中文 ) Yumin Tan is a psychotherapist and life coach based in Providence, Rhode Island. She specializes in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, cultural and identity challenges, relationship issues, career choices, and life transition. She is passionate about helping individuals find strength, build identity and transform life challenges into opportunities for growth and healing. Y...
I work with children and adults struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, past abuse, loss, and attachment disorders. I also work with individuals looking for help with personal growth, stress management, self-esteem challenges, grief, and pandemic related stressors. I use a holistic approach to treatment, which means looking at all the different elements of an individual's life and...
My passion is working with children 10yo & under who experience anxiety, depression, PTSD, family transitions, grief, & disruptions in attachment. I utilize dance/movement, music, storytelling, play, and art therapies to help children engage in the therapeutic process and heal. Through activities, children are able to freely express emotions and learn to self-soothe using the techniques that...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. What do you want to know about yourself? You have qualities that only you can bring to the world. Thoughts of inadequacy, fear of failure, and rejection can result in getting in your own way. You want deeper relationships, a more fulfilling career, and adapt your lifestyle optimally. Currently working with individuals, families, and couples seeking to transcend their live...
In counseling, I utilize an integrative approach that combines reality therapy, person-centered, and cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT). I have 14 years experience working with adults in a 12-step program. This experience has given me tools and knowledge that can help others achieve their goals. I also have over 3000 hours of experience working with children 6-18 on issues such as ADHD, behavio...
I enjoy assisting clients in recognizing their strengths and promoting positive growth. I use a client-centered approach but also use a combination of solution-focused, behavior modification and motivational interviewing. I have more than 16 years of experience in private practice, in-home counseling and school-based services. I have primarily worked with adolescents and young adults, but also...
