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
The human experience is faced with times of challenge, change and adversity. Our strength lies within our reaction to these challenges. I will work with you to utilize your strengths, make healthy decisions and develop positive habits to remain resilient and adaptable during these times. Understanding the power of our own choices can be liberating, empowering and provides a focus for change. As...
At A Safe Space Counseling, I treat children, adolescents and adults throughout their various walks of life. My goal is to encourage, support and guide, while providing a non- judgmental safe environment. I love to help empower each client that walks through my door. A Safe Space Counseling- Creating a Safe Space For Your Healing Journey. [email protected] I am a Licensed Mental Health...
The pandemic has exacerbated feelings and states. You may be experiencing overwhelming feelings. Whether anxiety, depression, anger or other emotions, I will provide you with a safe space to express yourself and with tools to move forward. I use a variety of tools such as mindfulness, guided visualization, "psycho-genealogy", Gottman method, CBT. I taylor my work to you. I can be a sounding boa...
I understand the weight of anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues. If you’re coping with the impact of trauma, addiction, or general stress, it’s time to get some relief. It’s easy to get stuck in negative patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving. Your relationships, confidence, or self-worth may be at risk. If you want different results, you have to do something different. Talki...
I attempt to awaken your self-actualizing tendency, via acceptance (unconditional positive regard), congruence (genuineness), and empathic understanding. Accordingly, my practice is strengths based. This focus sets up a positive mindset that helps you build on your best qualities, find your strengths, improve resilience and change your worldview. I acknowledge that traumatic experience can effe...
Feelings of depression, fear, anxiety, confusion, anger, grief, trauma, and other struggles beset us all at times. I believe creating an environment where everyone can feel safe and heard is vital, and cultivating a therapeutic alliance to be alongside individuals as a nonjudgmental support in the journey to wholeness and independence. I listen for unique needs and preferences and utilize an...
I believe that a safe, trusting therapeutic relationship is the foundation to personal growth and change. I have found that feeling connected, productive, and able to engage in what brings you joy and peace are the fundamentals to gaining a sense of well-being in the world. I have an eclectic style and strengths-based perspective on people and the situations we find ourselves in during the cour...
**OFFERING TELETHERAPY SESSIONS** (Also offering weekend sessions and last minute crisis sessions Saturday and Sunday- those particular sessions are out of pocket only)** Suffering is a common part of life, and as painful as it can be, it can also be a great source of change and growth. I believe a warm, accepting, and non-judgmental space is essential in order for you to feel supported in shar...
Do you feel stuck? Feeling down about life transitions? During times in our life, we all have stress, depression and anxiety. My focus in therapy, is building a therapeutic alliance based on trust. I am caring and compassionate, with a basic belief in the ability of people to grow. I help people improve their life skills and get through difficult times with support. With more than 20 years of...
Do you find yourself feeling anxious and depressed dealing with all of the pressures of daily life? Do you struggle in your relationships, feel angry or disappointed much of the time?After 24 years working as a psychologist, I have a tremendous amount of compassion and understanding for the struggles and challenges we face to become contributing members of society today. I work with individuals...
Are you depressed? Do you worry a lot and have too much stress or anxiety? Are relationship problems causing difficulties for you at school or work? I can help you begin to take steps forward to feel better and cope more effectively with difficult situations. Together, we can explore a variety of emotional issues in a warm and supportive environment. We will identify tools and strategies to...
Awareness is like the sun. When it shines on things, they are transformed. Together with safety, acceptance and deep listening we will bring awareness to your experiences, your feelings, your needs in each moment to help you connect with your true self and exist from your true power. 'There is no need to run, strive, search or struggle. Just Be.' (Thich Nhat Hanh) With nearly two decades of...
I received my undergraduate degree from Carroll College, then attended graduate school at Arizona State University where I received my Masters of Social Work in 2011 and Doctor of Behavioral Health in 2014. I have worked extensively in the substance abuse field, but do not exclusively treat those with substance abuse issues. Along with addiction issues, my specialties include cognitive behavior...
Jeffrey is a licensed marriage and family therapist committed to treating individuals, couples, and families. Jeffrey’s experiences include working with those affected by depression, day-to-day stressors, and establishing meaning in their lives. He holds extensive experience treating a variety of couples’ issues such as infidelity, strenuous transitions, and communication problems in...
I work with children, teens, adults, and families. I believe that counseling is, first and foremost, a relationship; positive change can only take place when the relationship is based upon honest and open communication, collaboration, and trust. With individuals, my goal is to help you build upon your existing coping skills, deepen your insight, and work with you to develop healthier approaches...
