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 believe that each person has the ability to make positive changes by learning and practicing new skills and strategies to apply in whatever areas of their life they want to improve. I enjoy partnering with individuals, couples, and families to find their inner strength and move forward in the process of achieving their goals. I often blend elements from different evidence based approaches and...
I have worked with children and their families for over 25 years and have been a therapist for nine years. I have two primary areas. 1) I often work with parents and youth to decrease emotional behavioral difficulties (e.g., anxiety, depression, social isolation, addiction, defiance, ADHD, trauma, self-harm, attachment issues, and family conflict) and strengthen the youth to develop healthy...
No matter how the world has defined you, I want to assist you to come to a place of self acceptance and create peace of mind. I am an experienced clinician who has a master’s degree in social work from Simmons College in Boston, Massachusetts. I have worked for a large teaching medical center, as well as federally qualified health center providing mental health and substance use clinical servic...
When life gets tough, you often find yourself wondering what you can do to feel better. Imagine what it would be like to know you have the support and the tools to face challenges in life and to know how to seek additional help when you need it. You would feel more confident about yourself and your ability to manage difficult situations, even when it seems that you have lost all hope. In order ...
As a clinician, I believe that it is important to meet each individual, couple, and family where they are at. I have many years of experience working with couples to heal their relationships, as well as working with individuals who are going through life-stage transitions. I enjoy helping people navigate through pivotal moments such as children launching, loss of a loved one, retirement, and...
As a therapist, I am committed to honoring your autonomy, perspective, and experience in order to collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. I view each person through a non-pathologizing lens and am committed to using my skills and resources to facilitate healing experiences during our time together. I strive to foster authentic relationships, offer challenges to facilitate growth, and...
Currently excepting adolescent and adult new clients! Emotional pain and life stressors are inevitable as we walk through life. Whatever your experience has been or is currently you can find a safe place to heal and grow as we navigate together through life’s challenges. It is my belief that individuals who are willing to challenge and explore their thoughts and behavior patterns experience mor...
Feeling like no matter how hard you try, it’s never enough? Negative thoughts such as this can generate anger, guilt, sadness, fear and other feelings that can take us down a path that leads to anxiety, depression, or other symptoms of mental and physical distress. They can impact our identity, relationships, behaviors, health, and ultimately our happiness. If we don’t examine our faulty thinki...
Unfortunately...Life is not fair. We may get knocked down by things out of our control, but it’s always our responsibility to get back up. Choosing therapy is a brave step in putting your pieces back together, a step towards freedom, happiness, and being the best you. My name is Sheri Leighton and I am a Licensed Master Clinical Social Worker (LMSW). I graduated from The University of Michigan...
I believe that people come to therapy for many reasons but their overall goal is to improve upon their lives and themselves. There is nothing more satisfying to me than helping my clients foster a better understanding of themselves and their relationships in order to achieve a happier, more successful and productive life. I integrate Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Family Systems Therapy, and...
I have found that everyone can hit a bump in the road. The hardest part of this experience is to walk in the door and ask for help. I value the therapeutic process between my clients and myself, and enjoy as well am honored in getting you into a healthier place. Everyone comes with a different story and event, and I can help you with this. Together we will forge through whatever it is you are...
I am currently accepting new clients! Happiness comes from within. Sometimes you just need someone help you access it. Through a mindful and intuitive based approach my hope is to effectively and creatively help you tap into your inner source of strength that will lead you back onto your path of self-discovery. What you are seeking is seeking you! With a variety of tools such as: Cognitive...
Have a particular life obstacle you’re trying to overcome? Sometimes, seeking help is the best way to put things into perspective. As a committed, professional Mental Health Counselor, your well-being and mental strength is my number one priority. I’m happy to guide you through all of life’s challenges with the attention and care you deserve. I work with patients from a variety of backgrounds,...
Welcome, let’s get the healing started. I can support you along the way, whether it be a mental health diagnosis, grief, trauma or relationship difficulties. No matter your need or reason for seeking therapy I follow your lead. Therapy will be your safe place to work through the difficulties that may come along in life. The goal is for you to be seen and heard in order to foster change and crea...
Thanks for stopping by! I am here to support you wherever you are in your journey. Whether you are navigating life transitions, relationship distress, or seeking healing and healthier ways of coping after trauma or loss therapy can help. My goal is to support my clients in creating the change that will lead to living a more fulfilling life. My primary focus is on treating complex trauma, anxiet...
