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
"Every moment is a fresh beginning". T.S Elliot "Cocktail party" My name is Adi Zief-Balteriski and I am a licensed psychologist in the South Bay Area. I specialize in working with adults and adolescents providing individual, group and couples therapy. My focus is on personal growth and self-awareness, depression, anxiety, overcoming past/current traumatic events, life transitions, grief and lo...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 20 plus years experience providing individual,family, and couples therapy. Within a compassionate and safe setting, I utilize a variety of therapeutic skills and interventions to help people find their path to solutions, personal strength, and a sense of well being. I believe the most effective treatment is one that provides clients with concrete tool...
Are you ready for change? I am invested in helping you find the better you! I have over 20 years working with Adults, children and families. I work with all age groups whom are struggling with ADHD, Depression ,Anxiety, OCD, trauma, grief,, as well as anger management problems. I specialize with children and adolescents, ages 5 to 18. I am experienced in Play Therapy , Family therapy and anxiet...
Hello, my name is Katya Castro. I am a psychotherapist and I like helping people deal with their everyday difficulties and build happier and fuller lives. For quite a some time I have been working with children, adolescences and young adults and their families. I very much enjoy helping youth who feel lost, depressed and disconnected from their families or peers to find their own way to reconne...
Hello, I specialize in providing queer and trans-affirming care to those of us in the LGBTQ+ communities. Whether you're trying to figure out yourself, need a surgery letter, have conflict in relationships, or something more serious is happening, I am here to move through things with you. Together we’ll get to the root of what’s bringing you in, increasing insight and self-awareness along the w...
If you are having difficulty with relationships, at work, with parents or children, I can help you identify the issues causing discomfort and learn new strategies for coping, managing and getting more joy in life. If you need someone to talk openly with about your challenges in life, I can listen and help you gain insight so that you can choose the best ways to proceed. If you feel isolated and...
Taking the first steps to seek help, whether for yourself or a loved one, can be a difficult task. My approach is to work collaboratively with you to identify your desired changes and to problem-solve how to achieve your goals. I work with individuals, couples, and families, including children and adolescents. I believe that collaboration with family and caregivers is often a key ingredient to...
It's normal to get stuck, and it's normal to struggle. It's not a good place stay. Are you tired of struggling and ready to start being healthy and happy? Imagine your ideal life: you have insight, you know how to manage daily struggles in a healthy way, you make sound decisions, your relationships are warm, and your thoughts are positive! I will help you realize the solutions you already hold...
Are you living with worry, constantly moving from one concern to another and not really finding a break? Are you struggling to manage OCD yet nothing seems to make it stop? Is food or weight becoming a nagging thought in your mind? As a psychologist, I am trained to help adolescents and adults develop skills that will change these worries and reclaim a meaningful and satisfying life. I offer a...
“I dont deserve to be happy” or “ I feel like I’m all over the place” or "I am an emotional mess.” Can you identify with any variation of this? I know what you are going through and can help. I can help teach you effective ways in which to control your emotions and feel comfortable in your own skin. Along the way, I hope to develop a working relationship with you and guide you in developing...
I enjoy providing individuals with the opportunity to address problems in a safe and supportive environment that encourages growth toward self-awareness, coping and overall wellness. I have experience in offering counseling for a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues. I am especially interested in helping families to create or restore peace within their home by utilizing play therapy...
My experience in the field of mental health extends over twenty years. I specialize in working with those who suffer from anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, and trauma, but also, a number of other issues which brings people to treatment who are looking for relief from their symptoms. Trauma has its roots in many of the symptoms people experience. That is why I have worked extensively wi...
It is my belief that everyone has the potential to grow and I am passionate in creating a safe space while empowering clients to identify and explore their emotional experiences so they can live more satisfying and healthier lives. I work with clients to reduce feelings of disconnection while increasing safe and secure attachment with those around them. When working with couples and families, I...
Seeking counseling can be difficult. It can be hard to ask for help, especially when you don't specifically know why you need assistance. If you're reading this profile, you have already taken the first step towards getting help and I commend you for making this important decision. I would like the opportunity to help you learn how to work through obstacles, significantly change negative behavi...
Dr. Penticoff is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in individual, adolescent and family therapy. With over 20 years of experience providing therapy and community based services, Dr. Penticoff serves as a private practitioner working with a broad spectrum of clients. Among her areas of expertise are adolescent struggles, depression, anxiety disorders in children, and family therapy. ...
