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
My therapy style involves meeting the clients where they are at psychologically. It is important to help the client identify what their struggles entail, and together we discover ways to reach their goals. The key is the client's perceptions and thoughts about their life. This perception influences their behavior. Together we can explore their feelings and develop workable strategies to clarify...
Hi, so glad you’re here! My name is Kelsey & I’m a licensed professional counselor in Lenexa, KS. I graduated from MNU and am the owner of Awaken Counseling LLC. If this is the first time you have looked for a counselor, for yourself or for your child, it would be normal to feel nervous. I love meeting with individuals who are “first-timers”, particularly those who have not seen a counselor...
I provide therapy to individuals, couples, and groups as we work together to free ourselves from the struggles and suffering that keep us from living our life to the fullest. At times our lives can feel unmanageable. Trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship problems, unhealthy cycles, addictions, and other areas of our mental health can keep us stuck and unable to move forward freely. We start...
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. My goal is to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and...
Counseling is a very vital part of our society that aids individuals in dealing, coping with and overcoming most obstacles that are perceived as too burdensome or difficult to overcome on their own. I believe that everyone has the right to lead a wholesome and prosperous life. Therefore, my aim, as a therapist, is to help individuals lead the best quality of life possible, by providing educatio...
Sometimes life hits us with challenges we aren’t sure how to face on our own. Therapy can provide a safe space to receive support and connection in the midst of painful circumstances. It also provides empowerment to tap into your own internal resources to move forward with greater joy and freedom. You don’t have to walk through it alone. My approach is integrative and holistic, and I'll tailor ...
I specialize in providing services geared towards adults, but I can work with other populations as well. My clients find me to be compassionate, understanding, non-judgemental, and informative. I am focused on helping my clients heal as quickly and as painlessly as possible. My specialties include substance abuse (dual diagnosis), trauma/PTSD, codependency, dysfunctional family dynamics, and...
Honestly, life is hard. Reaching out for help, well, that can be even harder. I understand, and I am here for you. Life often throws curve balls our way and figuring out how to navigate them can be extremely difficult. My goal is help you find ways to get through these times by creating coping strategies, healthy boundaries, and core skills that can be tapped into when needed. I am here to prov...
I look forward to learning about your story and the strengths and supports that have helped you in the past. I value a strong therapist-client relationship, and I believe that together we can set meaningful and attainable goals to foster more peace and functioning in your daily life. I teach mindfulness and generally use cognitive behavioral therapy and solution-focused brief therapy in my...
You deserve treatment that actually helps you get your life back on track (for good). JourneyPure is backed by 6K+ success stories and hundreds of positive reviews online. Therapy here is intense but fits into your everyday schedule. You'll get down to the core of what's fueling the drugs and alcohol use, including issues like depression and anxiety. When you're ready to talk about doing someth...
I commend you for taking the first step in seeking help. I will support you with achieving the goals that caused you to seek therapy. My goal is to help you develop skills to work through difficult situations, past and present, and get you on the path to acceptance and happiness. I use a nonjudgmental approach and emphasize the importance of developing a trusting relationship in the therapeutic...
Welcome! I am accepting new clients! I'm looking forward to embarking with you on your journey to live the authentic life you truly want for yourself. I believe that the connection between therapist & client is the most powerful tool for change & healing. I work with kids, teens, adults, couples, families & groups with a wide range of issues. These include but are not limited to: depression,...
I work with adults who feel depressed, anxious, lonely, ashamed, stigmatized, othered, or “not good enough.” Areas of expertise include existential concerns about one’s purpose and finding meaning; struggles with sexism/misogyny; and challenges around reproductive issues (infertility, miscarriage, traumatic labor/delivery, postpartum depression). My therapeutic practice is humanistic, existenti...
As humans we are built for connection and have a biological need to feel loved, understood, accepted and secure. When these key ingredients are missing from our most important relationships, it can be isolating and may lead to feelings of anxiety, loneliness, frustration or even resentment. If you find yourself struggling with such feelings, therapy can help you learn the necessary skills to...
I am a licensed psychologist and avid yogi who is excited to practice in a setting that embraces the mind-body connection. I strive to create a safe and empowering environment in which you and I work towards making changes that will bring you closer to a satisfying and fulfilling life. I use a strengths-based, collaborative approach to help each client feel empowered, develop insight and improv...
