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
Come try a coaching approach to life stresses on the farm! I’m Ann, a physician by training (retired 2019); I believe having a guide and supporter is a powerful aid for transformation. I help problem-solve relationship and parenting difficulties, talk through stressors, teach relaxation skills (interactive meditation/biofeedback), assist in health & wellness goals, incorporate animal-assisted...
I enjoy providing child, teen and adult individual, group, and family counseling. I am an an eclectic counselor who utilizes numerous treatments while providing psycho education. I have a vast knowledge of trauma focused, depressive, anxiety, childhood disorder, as well as adjustment disorder. I believes in healing from the roots, and meeting families where they are in the process....
I have focused on developing an expertise in technology addiction; including the internet, cell phones, and video games. I work with male and female clients from early adolescence through adulthood. Additional presenting issues that I often treat include depression, loss, trauma, or anxiety. These may be episodic manifestations of the symptom, or part of a larger personality, autistic, or...
As a psychotherapist and partner with Heritage Counseling Associates, I see clients in Edmonds, Kirkland and Snohomish WA. My undergraduate degree is from Bethel College in St Paul, MN and my graduate work was at Biola University in La Mirada, CA. I have been in practice for 35 years, I've served as Adjunct Professor of Counseling at Puget Sound Christian College, I've published 4 books and I l...
If what you are doing is no longer working then it's time to do something different. Research shows that clients have therapeutic success with multiple approaches and theories. Therefore my approach integrates different therapeutic styles and techniques. I specialize in Sexual Addiction and spiritual and person-centered therapies. I will help you understand yourself better so you may have happi...
Life is a roller coaster! So many things have been changing around you that it’s been hard to get your head on straight. Between the ages of 16-65 women have so many roles to play these days, and you’ve been doing your best to keep up. But somehow you always feel like you aren’t doing it “right”. Family, school, work, friends – you’re always expected to perform and rarely get a moment to relax....
Bill is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC) who specializes in life transitions, relationship issues, anxiety disorders, and stress management. Bill obtained a Bachelor's degree from Illinois State University, and also holds a Master of Arts degree in Counseling from the Adler School of Professional Psychology. He has experience working in a variety of mental health services;...
Most likely, if you're reading this, it's because you've hit that wall - and what you do next could make it a true turning point in your life. Do you find yourself feeling anxious and unsatisfied? Even stagnant and exhausted from carrying that proverbial monkey around? I'm absolutely confident that I can help. Why? Because for years I have successfully worked with the most extreme and complex...
Anxiety tends to become a problem when it starts impacting your ability to live the life you want for yourself. The feeling of anxiety can be very crippling and leave one feeling physically, mentally and emotionally fatigued. In our work together, my focus is to help you effectively work through your anxiety, fears, uncertainty and negative thought patterns. I value creating a safe space for my...
Personal growth is something we all strive for, but sometimes we can find ourselves stuck. So often, we lose sight of the positives and our strengths... and I can really relate to this personally. I'm a compassionate, open-minded listener and witness to your story. As a counselor, I believe that we all have the potential for becoming our best selves. I'll help you identify the change you wish f...
I am an interactive, cognitive behavioral client-centered therapist who focuses on the development of healthy relationships that have been impacted by trauma, grief and loss, life transitions, depression, Domestic violence and substance abuse. My empathetic and compassionate approach provides support and practical feedback while building on client's strengths using an empowerment model and the...
Most people struggle believing things can be different. We tend to lose our way and forget we are strong enough to find our way out. I believe healing can be a collaborative process that should be individualized. I focus on helping people with anxiety, depression, abuse/addiction, and self-esteem/self-image difficulties. My work with you will be centered on growth and change....
I have over 25 years of experience providing mental health services. I help people who have emotional problems, people who struggle with addictions, and people who have are having a tough time dealing with life challenges. In therapy, I listen for what my clients feel is keeping them stuck or frustrated and then encourage and work with them as they make steps to change. If you are struggling wi...
Throughout this human experience, we often need support when we feel lost, afraid, or stuck. I believe in every client's ability to connect with their inner wisdom, identify their strengths, and develop a deeper understanding of themselves. I am committed to understanding how your unique perspective and life experiences have shaped you. I provide a nurturing, supportive, and nonjudgmental...
Reaching out for help takes a lot of strength and courage. It's not easy to make the decision to talk to someone. Life stressors, feeling depressed, feeling anxious, feeling overwhelmed, life changes, etc. can make it difficult to function. If you are struggling with life transitions and feeling too down or anxious to know where to begin, I would love to help you navigate through this. My goal ...
