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
CURRENTLY NOT ABLE TO TAKE NEW CLIENTS. I provide individual therapy for adults and adolescents who are looking for new ways to make positive changes in their lives. Through support, collaboration, and guidance, clients are able to improve interpersonal relationships, enhance coping skills, and develop a stronger and healthier sense of self. I have worked with a wide variety of adults and...
Most people, sometime in their life, need help with a problem, emotions, a situation, or a sense of discomfort or struggle that has just gone on too long. Therapy can provide the help and support often needed to feel better about ourselves or our situation. I have extensive experience helping people become stronger and more resilient. My goal is to work in a partnership to jointly figure out wh...
Dr. Parrish is a Licensed Professional Counselor with an approach that is grounded in Reality Therapy & Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. While recognizing that each and every individual is a product of his/her unique life experiences, relationships, and circumstances, he prides himself on creating open & honest therapeutic relationships. Dr. Parrish has over 10 years of private practice experience...
At this time I am conducting only teletherapy sessions. Since Covid-19, parents of children and teens have reached out in increasing numbers for my assistance in navigating challenges they face. I specialize in treating individuals who are experiencing low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and grief. I have assisted individuals in strength building for over 26 years. I believe an essential part...
Life can feel overwhelming at times. Some might find it difficult to find the emotional courage to seek psychotherapy when you are already dealing with a quagmire of complex competing loyalties, identities, and personal and political conflicts. Whether you are dealing with the stress of racial identity, cultural integration, concerns related to fertility, substance abuse, or transitions through...
Life is hard. REALLY hard. And sometimes you just need someone who will listen without judgement or speak some truth to you or just say, hey, you are going to get through this and one day it will be better. Sometimes we need someone who can believe in our potential even if we don't yet see it, and who will push us to reach it. This is what I hope to do for clients when I sit with them in their...
Does your child feel like a social outsider? Does he or she struggle with fitting in at school? Is he anxious or depressed and suffer from low self-esteem? As a parent, your heart breaks to see your child hurting. It's hard to know what you can or should do. There is always hope, however, and counseling can make a huge difference in your child's life, and yours. I help my clients increase their...
My role as a counselor includes working with teens (14+) and adults. I also do a lot of work with parents and will incorporate family sessions as needed. I treat individuals struggling with life changes, low self-esteem, self-harm, suicidal thinking, behavioral problems at home and/or at school, anxiety, anger, grief and loss, trauma, social struggles, relationship struggles, family conflict,...
Erica received her Master’s Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from USF in 2014. She believes in joining alongside her clients wherever they are in life’s journey and supporting them with empathy, acceptance, and encouragement. She realizes that therapy must be tailored to each client in order to meet specific needs. Erica offers a comprehensive approach to therapy, involving individua...
I am a hypnotherapist with 19 years of experience in mental health counseling and 9 years of experience as a hypnotherapist. I was the grief and trauma specialist at a well known substance abuse treatment center for the last 6 years. I use hypnotherapy techniques of regression, trauma reversal and inner wisdom integration to treat trauma, grief and anxiety. I have additional trainings with Dr....
I believe that everyone experiences times in their lives where situations are not going as planned, or feeling that things could just be going better. I believe that everyone deserves the opportunity to be living their best life. As a social worker and a therapist, my goals are to help individuals make these situations better, promoting safety, normalizing dysregulated feelings, while providing...
Welcome!! Thank you for visiting my profile. Relationships are built on trust and I work to earn yours by providing warm, genuine and knowledgeable support in a safe, accepting space, so you feel comfortable exploring your feelings and goals. I truly enjoy supporting couples and families working to strengthen connection, improve intimacy, deepen understanding and enhance overall relationship...
I am only Video/tele conferencing during COVID-19. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor my belief is that each client has within them the ability for positive change and healthy functioning. I consider it a privilege to hear clients' stories and strive to create a safe and collaborative environment in which we can explore strengths and challenges. I offer strength-based treatment for adults,...
*****I am NOT currently accepting new clients***** I am a seasoned therapist whom is capable of providing you with a full assessment of your needs, and the development of a treatment plan to address them. The therapeutic relationship is important to help you to achieve your goals and I’m flexible in my style allowing for you to feel comfortable. I use a relational-psychodynamic approach to...
I welcome clients of all genders. I respect that gender identity may not be the central issue, but it is helpful to have a therapist that you don't have to explain your identity to work on things such as anxiety and depression. I welcome clients who are working to better understand their gender identity or those seeking gender transition. I can help with a variety of issues related to gender,...
