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 working with couples from all walks of life and stages of relationship. Whether you and your partner are looking for better communication, greater intimacy, or to recover from betrayal, I’m prepared to help you both identify and break free of the entrenched patterns you may find yourselves in. It may feel at times like you both “have the same argument 500 different ways,” leavin...
AT THIS TIME I AM NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Hi my name is Venita and I am a seasoned clinician with many years of experience helping families and individuals in need. I enjoy working with people who are seeking to make positive changes in their lives, but may need assistance moving forward. Helping people work through the stages of change is my specialty. My areas of expertise are working with...
I've been in practice for over 25 years, helping people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and a range of other difficulties. I work from an integrative psychoanalytic perspective. This means that we work together to understand in a deep way the painful patterns that hold you back and where efforts to shield yourself from pain create more problems. We attend to yo...
With more than 15 years of experience working with young adults as they transition from adolescence to adulthood, I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals who face issues of Identity, self-esteem, educational and career pressures and interpersonal challenges. In addition to young adults, I have deep experience with adult caregivers of the aging and disabled. At any stage of life anxiety...
Hi! I’m happy that you are here. I believe everyone has the power to heal—As a therapist, my goal is to work in collaboration with you to gain clarity and ultimately heal, so that you can be your best self and love the life you want to live. As your ally, my role is to create a safe and affirming space for you to begin exploring patterns while working towards change. Together we will strengthen...
As a single mom of twins, I know how challenging parenting can be. Social media influences, self harm behaviors, impulse control, anger management, bullying and low self worth are just a few of the issues adolescents and their families must navigate. Better relationships within the family unit are possible. Seeing your child smile again is possible. Laughing with your children again is possible...
We can all get trapped in a way of thinking or relating to the world that does not serve our end goals. I work with clients to help them become aware of these patterns, understand their origin and utility, while at the same time fostering the freedom, perspective, and skills to break away from these patterns when needed. I view therapy as a co-investigative process, where you and I can look...
I take the time to get to know you, and we will work together to identify ways to deal with your current problems. I use a variety of different methods to meet your needs, and I look forward to working on ways to help you achieve your goals. I have over ten years experience in the mental health field, which includes treatment of adult and adolescents in both inpatient and outpatient settings. I...
As a Christian counselor, I most often work with individuals, marriages, and families who are struggling with spiritual, behavioral, and emotional concerns. I have been counseling for over 30 years and specialize in individual, marital, and family counseling for adults and adolescents. I am blessed to be in practice with my wife, Karen Abercrombie, LMFT and we often work together in marital and...
Being disconnected from our emotions and our life experiences can cause us to feel isolated, struggle with relationships, and have a hard time being motivated to take good care of ourselves. I offer a strengths-based, collaborative approach where the relationship we form becomes the foundation of the work. We will work together to enable you to gain more awareness and understanding of how you...
My name is Dr. Julie A. Xiques-Prieto. I am a bilingual clinical psychologist that has been providing bilingual services in the Chicago area for more than fifteen years. I completed my doctoral degree in clinical psychology at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in 1996. My career path has guided me towards highly unique and experiential training that allow me to create for you a...
"A journey of a thousand miles begins with a single step" and while entering treatment may be a daunting process, having the right kind of support and guidance may allow you to take that necessary first step. Allow me to help you, so you can start on your new found life... taking that first step with my support. My therapeutic style is compassionate and understanding, yet direct and balanced. I...
My approach with my clients is based on a pragmatic intuitive approach, customized to individual needs. My goal is to assist my clients in finding and tailoring tools to aid them in becoming the best person they can be on a daily basis. I strive to help individuals develop the strength to overcome interpersonal challenges, relational difficulties, and life crises. I believe that strong marriage...
Currently accepting new clients. So many people today are walking around, suffering in silence, beset with doubt, self-loathing, and self-recriminations. Especially now, as so many are being told their country is against them, self-compassion and self-love are very important pieces in our armor against the onslaught of negativity. A piece many are missing. I'd like to help you find it. Come to ...
Rather than having to call around, let us match you with the right therapist for you! TCGPsych is a multidisciplinary team of highly qualified and caring licensed professionals that includes: Clinical Psychologists, Clinical Social Workers, Licensed Family and Marriage Therapists, Mental Health Counselors, and Certified Substance Abuse Counselors. And when you call our number, in most instances...
