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 am accepting new children, individuals, and couples for in-person office sessions. I have several afternoon and evening appointments available. I specialize in attachment, relationship-focused, and talk therapy. I work with children, individuals, and couples on problems like unmet needs, communication breakdowns, and behavioral issues. My current focus is on individual identity development an...
I have a heart dedicated to treating survivors. My work involves guiding persons through depression, anxiety, Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder, phobias, PTSD, dissociative disorders, adolescent work with girls, TFCBT with children,relationship struggles, childhood trauma and complex trauma, parenting, substance use, emotional discomfort, grief & loss, towards finding the courage to heal. I enjoy...
Life can be hard, and no one knows this better than adolescents, young adults, and the families who love and support them. Intense emotions; urges to engage in impulsive behaviors; navigating social situations and the stress of school; difficulty getting along with parents; the politics of Snapchat, etc! The instability of this time of life offers both challenge and opportunity. Therapy can...
I specialize in cognitive behavior therapy (CBT) for mood and anxiety disorders. This includes depression, social anxiety, panic attacks, phobias, generalized anxiety and worry, obsessions and compulsions, and posttraumatic stress. I work primarily with adults (18+). I am located in downtown Chicago (the Magnificent Mile area). If you are looking for a psychologist or other mental healthcare...
The Coronavirus Pandemic has created a collective trauma. There can be some comfort in knowing that everyone is making sacrifices in this new uncharted world; however, each person’s experience is unique. Often there are unexpected ups and downs in coping that can be surprising and catch us off guard. I specialize in working with clients facing issues of trauma. I have always been fascinated in ...
My role as a counselor is to facilitate a process through which you can make meaningful changes in your life. I believe that all people are capable of change and sometimes need the supportive, non-judgmental experience counseling provides to assist in sorting through life's problems. Using a combination of an existential approach with evidenced based practice, I will work with you to break down...
Are you passionate about your life? If not, how would you define a life worth living? The purpose of therapy is for you to more deeply discover who you are, what you want, and how to get it. You can absolutely learn the skills needed to better manage problematic thoughts and emotions, improve and deepen relationships, live more fully in the moment, and pursue your goals and dreams. You can...
Do you feel overwhelmed by challenging relationships with loved ones, friends, or coworkers? Do you feel anxious or depressed, or struggle with low self-esteem, OCD, or the effects of trauma? Are you seeking a way to live a meaningful life that reflects your values? The Bay Area CBT Center is a group practice of behavioral therapists dedicated to providing high quality evidence-based treatments...
My approach is to listen to what you say in order to get a sense of what is bothering you, and of your life as you see it and as you long for it to be, and, I will note what you don't say in order to discover patterns that may keep you stuck. I will work with you to understand your particular problem, to get at what it is about, but ultimately to understand you, because no one problem can be tr...
I am a Christian therapist trained in the interpersonal/relational psychoanalytic theory. I've also engaged both object relational and cognitive behavioral theories through varied clinical experiences. I've mostly trained under Dan Allender. I am trained well to serve clients that desire to face issues of sexual abuse/trauma, narrative, and relational dynamics within relationships. I'm also abl...
Offered in a private practice setting, clients can expect a tailored and individualized counseling experience at Paintbrush Counseling. My areas of specialty are with trauma and trauma response, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, relationship challenges, and couples work. I offer free phone consultations to answer questions about my practice approaches and philosophies. My initial goal is to...
Relationships are of utmost importance to me and I see the value in helping others work towards the relationships they need and deserve. I aim to join you where you are and in a loving yet firm way, help you to see your role in the negative interactional patterns that are occurring in your life whether it involves a spouse, a child, a family member, friendship or work relationship. We are creat...
Positive change is possible within us. Functioning at your best is an achievable goal through developing coping skills, building emotional resilience, and working with a therapist who truly cares about helping your reach your potential. I offer a free 30 minute session to meet me and decide if you feel I am the best counselor for you. Due to our COVID 19-protocols, I am currently offering 30...
I am a psychologist who is passionate about my work with eating disorders, anxiety disorders, and mood disorders. I am happy to work with all eating disorder diagnoses, and I especially love to help clients who struggle with binge eating and compulsive overeating issues. I do therapy primarily on an individual basis, and work best with adolescents and adults. I have been trained at the Children...
I have been a clinical social worker since 2001 and first began to provide counseling since I was a graduate student. I have worked with hundreds of adult and adolescent clients since then who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, bipolar disorder and those living with chronic mental and physical health issues. I can help you help yourself to finally feel better through my...
