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
Things are rarely as bad as they seem when you're anxious, depressed, or when you find yourself in adverse circumstances. Often, a change of perspective can dramatically improve your outlook, increase motivation, curb excessive guilt and build healthy self-regard. By examining negative feelings, behaviors and habits of thought, you can develop insights that bring relief and improve all aspects ...
Thank you for stopping by. You probably already know that most people find relationships challenging especially the romantic, intimate, sexual kind. Perhaps you're frustrated, discouraged, disappointed and resentful about it all. Perhaps you feel burdened or obligated by your relationship. Or perhaps you feel a whole bunch of lacks; lack of love, lack of affection, lack of connection, lack of...
CURRENTLY, THE LPC INSTITUTE IS NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. The LPC Institute welcomes you to our beautiful, serene, therapeutic facility, where we offer culturally-sensitive services to reduce your emotional distress. We understand that life can throw unexpected curves to throw you off balance. We address your issues compassionately, theoretically, and practically, to help you become transform...
A new perspective around trauma responses that are based in negative core beliefs can change lives. Changing reactions to thoughts, changes thoughts. Unconditional self-love: living life without judgment of self and others. Eighteen years experience, person centered, trauma informed approach. EMDR Certified for trauma. Certified in CBT, MET, and COPSD. Masters Addiction Counselor. Combine...
Relationships are an important part of our lives. At times, you may feel stuck, frustrated, hurt, or depressed due to your relationship with a loved one. You may even begin to feel disconnected or overwhelmed. I will help by providing you with the skills you need to develop healthier relationships and improve interactions with those that matter most in your life. I offer individual, couples,...
Therapy is a space where the past and present can be looked at through new eyes, recontextualized and reunderstood. Far from an academic exercise, a safe therapeutic space that allows for this work can open new possibilities for self-directed living in the world and relating to others. I work with patients to illuminate, clarify, and construct a space where old ways of relating and entrenched...
I strongly believe in the innate beauty and vast potential of each and every person. As a therapist, my goal is to help my clients see the greatness of who they are as they are now and the true potential of who they can become. I am extremely passionate about my work and have had the great privilege of being witness to the amazing life changes a person can make once they are validated and are a...
I provide therapy to children, adults, and families experiencing an array of emotional and relational challenges through a Christian worldview. I am passionate about treating trauma in children, adolescents, and adults. I also have experience with domestic violence, depression, anxiety, loss, and attachment injuries. I enjoy working with parents as they navigate their concerns for their child o...
Every person has their own unique path to walk in life. Sometimes we need people to walk with us to guide, support, validate and encourage . I would see it as a privilege to walk beside you on your journey. It's difficult to reach out and it takes courage to seek positive change. I'm here to help anyone experiencing life transitions, trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, relationship conflict and...
Life is hard. We all suffer. People today experience more stress, emptiness, anxiety, self-judgment, and depression than ever. Do you feel overwhelmed by your emotional experience? Maybe you have found ways to numb painful feelings or memories temporarily, only to have them resurface again? Or perhaps you struggle to express yourself effectively in your relationships, and end up shutting down o...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) whom earned my Bachelor's degree from the University of New Orleans and my Master's degree from Southeastern Louisiana University. I am also a National Certified Counselor and a member of the Louisiana Counseling Association (LCA) and the American Counseling Association (ACA). I have honed my skills in counseling in a wide variety of areas such as...
Dr. Venn has 49 years of experience providing psychological services. In that time he has been a military officer, served on the staff of a Fortune 500 Corporation, served on the staffs or faculties of six universities, was employed by three State agencies in two States, owned his own practice for 23 years, held State and federal contracts and retired from two State governments : California &...
My hope is for every person to have a fulfilled journey while here on earth. Unfortunately, sometimes unexpected challenges and situations may prevent life satisfaction from happening. I use a collaborative approach with clients in which I challenge people to reach their goals and assist them in making the changes they want in their lives. I have extensive experience in crisis response and...
Life at times can be challenging. Life transitions, parenting, marriage, relationships or unanticipated life events such as loss of a loved one, an illness, divorce, or job loss can feel overwhelming and difficult to manage. These challenges can lead to feelings of depression, anxiety, isolation, self-doubt or result in unhealthy relationships or behaviors. Sometimes, a past or present trauma c...
From the minute we are born, we create the story of our life. This story develops, not only from our memories and experiences, but also hearing others talk about about us. These stories we hear and tell tend to focus on our problems and perceived failures, which erodes self-confidence, can cause crippling guilt, and increases feelings of anxiety and depression. Over time the perspectives can ge...
