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 have been a therapist for 15+ years and have worked at MGH for the last 12 as well as having a private practice. I consider myself to be a warm, genuine therapist and have experience treating anxiety, depression, bipolar, trauma, substance abuse and relationship issues. I have worked with individuals throughout the life span but particularly enjoy adults and couples. I come from a psychodynam...
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, I am passionate about walking alongside clients as they discover and process truths about their own lives. When working with adults and couples, I often approach counseling from a developmental standpoint. This means I seek to help clients gain understanding of their current struggles by noticing any long-term behavioral patterns and support them...
I know that life is hard. That life transitions can be difficult. Or that sometimes we can get stuck in low moods and/or anxiety can trap us making it feel like our problems are insurmountable. But there is hope. Things can get better. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, I value a client's need for a supportive and validating environment. I want to help a client achieve their goal for ...
I believe that everyone has the power to change his or her own life and make it what he or she wants it to be. Sometimes, we just need a little bit of help and support. Through therapy, we can find the guidance and encouragement to make it through some of life's toughest times. My experience has allowed me the opportunity to work with adults, teens, and children, families, couples, and siblings...
I always try to approach people with a deep appreciation for their complexity. Identified problems and symptoms are only part of the picture, and a more comprehensive view allows us to take full advantage of our strengths, as well as identify aspects of healthy living that are missing. When these tend to be in areas we're less comfortable with, gently exploring and working to improve our comfor...
I believe the best indicator for successful outcomes in the counseling process is a trusting therapeutic relationship. I employ evidence-based practices in a warm and empathic environment to bring about meaningful change and personal growth. With 15 years experience in counseling and psychiatric rehabilitation, I have supported teens and young adults in realizing their personal goals and living...
My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients explore ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I will provide you with a warm, non-judgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want. I will do my best, with your help, to empower you to overcome personal obstacle...
I offer individual and family therapy for adults, adolescents, and children. Using a mixture of cognitive, expressive, and reflective approaches, I help clients address a wide range of issues including anxiety, depression, grief, managing life transitions, behavioral problems, and relationship conflicts. I have specialized experience helping clients with histories of trauma, neglect, and abuse,...
People possess the power within themselves to change. I work with clients suffering from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, and adjustment reactions. It is the collaborative effort between client and therapist that leads to accomplishing goals and alleviating symptoms. Each client has the ability to create positive change in their life. Together we will work in therapy to uncover that...
Sometimes life presents stressful challenges due to recent events, or problems that have gone on a long time. I specialize in helping adult individuals and couples experiencing anxiety, depression, situational stress and/or interpersonal conflict. As a strengths-based therapist I use an interactive and down to earth approach to help people gain insight and knowledgeable about their symptoms and...
I am dedicated to helping people live happier, healthier lives. Through a therapeutic and collaborative approach, I work with clients of various struggles, backgrounds, and diagnosis using techniques I feel most beneficial for my clients including cognitive behavioral therapy and emotionally focused therapy. I am here to help reveal client strengths, while redirecting negative thoughts and...
Psychotherapy offers a rather unique opportunity for an individual to get to know themselves better and to lead a more fulfilling life. We all get stuck in old patterns that are frustrating and self-defeating. It is the goal of therapy to unlock these patterns and allow for a new relationship to yourself and others. I love my role as a guide on this path, set by the individual, which clears ove...
Is your child out of control? Tantrums? Defiance? Suspensions from school? Kristi is a supportive, honest and compassionate professional who specializes in working with children and their families to regain balance at home and school. She believes that as humans we all come to a place where we need support and guidance. Sometimes a professional with knowledge and experience in child development...
I am not taking any new clients at this time. I am an experienced psychotherapist who works with children and adults. I work with adults around sadness, stress, anxiety, life choices and transitions etc. Although I work on many issues, working with parents has been a passion my entire career. I can help with navigating the journey of parenting. I help parents work through stress, mixed emotions...
I join with clients in a safe, non-judgmental and collaborative way. We will work together to explore, understand and resolve the challenges related to the counseling goals they have identified. My treatment approach is both creative and flexible. I allow clients to direct each session with validating and encouraging support from me throughout the process. While using various treatment models s...
