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
Change is hard. Life not working is harder. A million experiences have brought you to today...the good, the tragic and the unimaginably lovely. Within your experience is potential for success however you define it and no matter your origin, religion/spirituality, sexual orientation, gender, race, IQ, body size, education. People want good in their lives but sometimes get lost along the way. It'...
I have over thirty years of experience working with children, families, and adults. I am a mother of four, a former first grade teacher, and a licensed professional counselor. Everyone goes through challenges in life and at times you just need someone to listen and encourage you in your journey. My goal for every client is to feel comfortable, safe, and most importantly heard and understood. It...
Are you ready and motivated for change? Do you want to feel more personally engaged and connected with yourself and others? As a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Virginia, I provide psychotherapy to late adolescents, adults, and couples. My primary focus is in the treatment of couple and relational problems, trauma, personal growth and development, and adjustments to life changes...
The focus of my practice is to help people improve relationships, reduce stress, cope with trauma/PTSD, heal from depression, manage anxiety, and make positive changes in their lives. My style of therapy is influenced by multiple theories. Foremost, I am a trauma-informed therapist who addresses my clients' struggles in the context of their life experiences. I am trained in EMDR and Internal...
Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, or loneliness? Are you having problems in communication with your partner or family member? Are you going through a life transition and feeling burdened, stuck, or overwhelmed? Crisis, trauma, loss, and suffering can lead to the discovery of new capacities for healing and growth. I believe therapy is a transformative and collaborative process which can...
My approach consists of assisting people in identifying and exploring the stressors, issues, or losses that are causing pain, in order to begin to address them. I have a warm, direct communication style and will support you in developing a practice of self-care and self-reflection, while also implementing practical solutions, and coping skills. Building a healthy curiosity about your behavior,...
Are you feeling worried or overwhelmed? Did you lose someone important in your life? Is sadness keeping you down or do you feel a general lack of motivation? Maybe you are worried about behaviors you would like to change or would like to be that best version of you but find a little voice inside that holds you back. A significant personal trauma such as a divorce or a job loss can also be a gre...
The continuum of life can be complex. If you can agree, then you are not alone. In this journey there are definite cork screws that can leave us feeling overwhelmed, off track, and at a loss. Change presents challenge and your interest that brings you to view this page only acknowledges that at the core - you are competent. Seeking professional guidance can help provide clarity, turning challen...
I work with children, adults, families and groups. I believe rapport is vital to the therapeutic process and I strive to create an environment to provide this. I believe in helping people overcome life's struggles by focusing on each person's individual needs, and meeting people where they are at. I use a variety of specific therapeutic approaches to work with individuals on a multitude of issu...
Seeking assistance when suffering is the first hurdle in trying to feel better as making any sort of change or modification is a Very difficult endeavor even if one is motivated . True change involves a number of fundamental modifications including Cognitive , Behavioral , Physical , Emotional, Social , and Personality maturity. Furthermore , Change is a process, not an immediate phenomenon. My...
I work with individuals of all ages who are struggling to cope with difficult life transitions as well as those suffering with mental health disorders. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and strength-based approaches to provide individual, couple/marital, and family counseling services. I see clients with a variety of concerns such as depression, anxiety, trauma/PTSD, self-harm, grief/loss,...
When you feel it's time for a change,you're coping with fear and uncertainty, I will get to the Heart of the matter. When your relationship feels In jeopardy and unspoken issues stand in the way, I can pave a way.We'll take down the wall of oppositional stance. When you are at the crisis point, we can meet the challenge. It's what I do. Warmth and humor help make my office a safe place to explo...
Change can be difficult and often we may feel stuck in a cycle, out of our comfort zone; but recognizing the need for change is the first step towards fulfilling your goals. Whether the change is to improve your relationships, career, financial circumstances, self-defeating behaviors or how you cope with life stressors and challenges; one could use supportive assistance. Having someone to assis...
I am a psychotherapist with over ten years of experience working with adults, children, adolescents, and families. Some people come to therapy for help with depression, anxiety, or concerns about substance use. Some are facing obstacles in their careers or relationships. Others wish to help their children with behavioral, emotional or academic issues. Within a warm and supportive environment, I...
I am a License Professional Counselor with 8 years of experience in counseling all age ranges. I believe in compassionate, ethical, and evidence-based treatment. I work primarily with mood disorders covering issues such as but not limited to Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar I & II as well as Trauma-related issues, Borderline Personality Disorder, Relational issues, and Eating Disorders. My belief i...
