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
Life is full of changes and challenges. Sometimes we have the tools to manage all of the stress but sometimes we find that we need some support and guidance to help us get through the rough times. You don't have to go through these times alone. If you are experiencing a major life transition or just feel like things have become too difficult to manage on your own, reaching out for help is a...
La vida es una cadena de transiciones que muchas veces a las personas se nos hace un poco complicado sobrellevar o resolver. Y aunque los cambios nos dan la oportunidad de crecimiento, es muy cierto que estos mismos cambios nos traen mucha angustia y desequilibrio emocional. Yo puedo ayudarte a descubrir y desarrollar las habilidades necesarias para que puedas mantenerte enfocado(a) en lo que e...
To others, it seems like you have it all. But underneath lives a different story. Despite your outward success, you feel haunted sometimes by feelings of failure, conflict, self-doubt. At certain moments, a gnawing sense overcomes you, telling you: Something is not right. You've made changes but somehow still end up in the same unsatisfying patterns, repeating the same unhelpful behaviors --...
Do you regularly hear a voice that says “I’m not good enough”? Do you feel out of control and powerless against your emotions? Anxiety can be overwhelming. You have experienced it for a long time but dealing with it on your own has proven to be unsuccessful. You want to talk about it but others tend not to understand and their attempts to fix you can feel shaming. Perhaps you are experiencing...
Welcome! If you are looking through these sites, it means that you or a family member could use some support. I work with children, teens, young adults, and families. My experience consists of supporting children, adolescents, and their families, in the school, home and managed health care setting. I have helped children, teens, and young adults experiencing anxiety, depression, and stress deve...
When you or a family member has an emotional challenge it significantly impacts the family unit. I'm here to support improved self-concept, confidence and personal interactions. As an Educational Psychologist, my primary experience has been with youth through young adult. Currently, I am available for long-distance therapy through video conferencing for those living in CA. This technique has be...
The most important achievement a person can attain is to make mental health a priority and to be aware that sometimes we all need help and guidance from someone else. I obtained my Master Degree in Mental Health Counseling at Nova Southeastern University. I am currently working with children, preteens, adults and couples. My main focus is to help people work through the challenges that life...
Being a parent, husband, brother, son, and friend are the relationships I am most proud of and invested in my life. I have a highly sensitive and intuitive nature. I embrace the masculine and the feminine in my life and work. I value my open, empathic heart, and sense of humor. I am passionate about spending time in wild places. I build authentic therapeutic relationships with clients and use...
I specialize in working with fire fighters, EMS workers, public safety and other health professionals focusing on issues from PTSD and compassion fatigue to relationship conflict and retirement. This unique population can benefit from working collaboratively with a professional who is culturally competent and understands the ins and outs of emergency service work. If you're not a first responde...
Jessica is an LPCC and has extensive teaching and clinical experience helping others overcome life struggles and achieve success. She has taught classes focused on success and critical thinking and brings this professional knowledge into her clinical work. She has worked with all ages and has special expertise and experience working with adolescents and young adults. Jessica believes in helping...
Are you at a crossroads, going through a transition due to changes related to work, school, relationship, family, identity, recovery or other aspects of life? Is this causing thoughts and feelings of overwhelm, anxiety, grief and uncertainty about how to navigate through this time? Are you open to exploring a process for accepting and integrating different parts of yourself which can lead to an...
Adam brings to Santé a mix of education & experience. He attained his Masters of Social Work from Syracuse University & a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology from Le Moyne College, Syracuse, NY. His experience includes, but is not limited to, more than 13 years in inpatient mental health treatment working with children, adolescents & families. Adam was drawn to Santé’s work with dual diagnosis &...
I am a bilingual (Spanish and English) licensed clinical social worker who is passionate about helping individuals cope with emotional life challenges, work through them, set goals and implement new strategies to help you move forward. I offer a safe place where the diversity of emotions and experiences can be explored with compassion. Throughout my career, I have worked with children, teens,...
I focus to help you reduce anxiety, increase coping, improve communication, and help you align your values with your life. I work to help people become more in tune with themselves and their body to gain awareness you need to live the life you want to live. One of my strongest beliefs about a client/therapist relationship is a therapeutic alliance. I will work with you to develop a relationship...
( English | español ) Asking for help during a time where you may feel lost, unlike yourself, experiencing difficulties, coping with a loss, or needing someone to talk to is not easy. I understand being vulnerable and talking about the difficult things in your life takes a lot of strength and may be scary. My goal is to create a space where you can explore your feelings, thoughts, and experienc...
