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
Empowering. Experienced. Effective. I have 30+ years of working with individuals and couples to help heal conflicts, to work through grief, and to resolve problems. I listen and I care. I believe that the therapeutic relationship needs to be a good fit; you need to feel safe and comfortable. I believe the collaboration is built on compassion, trust and understanding; you need to know that you a...
I want you to feel seen and heard. Through compassion and empathic presence, I create a safe space for you to heal, grow and come to more self-understanding, self- awareness and most importantly, self-acceptance. Do you ever feel stuck in the same cycles of life? Do you ever feel like you know what you "should" do but somehow you continue to end up in the same patterns? We all have to navigate ...
I view psychotherapy as an opportunity for personal growth and greater self-understanding. While it is important to address specific issues in the here and now, often the process can also lead to broader gains in self-awareness and life satisfaction. My approach is collaborative, supportive, and tailored to each person's unique needs and goals. I will work with you to address your concerns,...
( English | español ) As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and a Certified Addiction Professional, I strive to help individuals gain knowledge in themselves and their strengths. Over the last 11 years, I have worked in private practice, residential substance abuse, and mental health settings & in a local clinic in Lee County. I am bilingual in English and Spanish. Please call for a free...
*Now accepting new clients via telehealth. * Currently working with clients to provide emotional support and stress management during this difficult time. I focus on radical acceptance, shame reduction, and distress tolerance. My goal is to support you to reach a greater acceptance of self, facilitate healing, and improve quality of life. Taking the first step to attend therapy can be anxiety...
With an extensive history of working with trauma-impacted youth as well as familiarity with Neurofeedback and Sensory Motor Arousal Regulation Treatment, I look to bring peace and healing through a multi-faceted approach. I firmly believe that healthy lives begin with bridging the gap between the body and mind. As a Peace Corps Volunteer in West Africa to working with Deaf youth and families, I...
Are you just going though the motions of every day life? Are you exhausted and find yourself unfocused and overwhelmed, yet completely underwhelmed? Perhaps, you are struggling with chronic illness and pain but still feel the weight of the world rests on your shoulders? Do you find yourself escaping into social media or yet again binge watching another season of The Office or another Holiday...
Do you have concerns about your child or have work/personal issues? Barbara specializes in working with school-age children, age four through preteens, their families, and adults who are dealing with anxiety, grief, ADHD, school challenges, adjustment, family, friendship, work place issues. She strongly believes that through counseling one can make life changes and develop the life and social...
My personal philosophy of human nature is optimistic, hopeful, and empowering. Human beings are the world's most valuable resource. We can be powerful agents for good and for self-improvement if we choose to engage in the work necessary to realize our potential. My ability to perceive the thoughts and feelings of my clients assists me in helping clients to make significant, positive changes in...
People seek therapy because they wish to make a difference in their lives. They may struggle with anxiety, depression, loss, low self-esteem, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, parenting challlenges. They may be contemplating a life change or curious about the emotional obstacles interfering with their ability to change. We will collaborate to establish your own goals for therapy an...
I am a psychologist providing psychotherapy to individuals experiencing anxiety, depression and other mood disorders, relationship and personality difficulties, effects of trauma, chronic pain, and major mental illness. I am trained in a variety of counseling approaches, but I specialize in Intensive Short-Term Dynamic Psychotherapy (ISTDP), a treatment designed to help individuals quickly remo...
My passion for helping individuals achieve a better quality of life stems from my personal and cultural experiences. I have 7 years of professional experience teaching Middle and High school and 13 years providing mental health and substance abuse treatment to both adolescents and adults. I specialize in Trauma Informed Care, Cognitive Behavioral therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavioral therapy...
***Remote sessions only*** Looking for a positive and supportive space to grow? Hi there! Therapy + Coaching + Health & Wellness. I have created a more holistic approach to my work with clients, and always aim to provide and safe and comfortable space to let you be you. I work remotely and in-person, and focus on dating, relationships and their barriers, communication, low self-worth and...
Wherever we are in our journey, there seems to be the many problems and struggles we faced, and often, they seem unbearable and with no clear solutions. These are the knots of our life, be it from violence, disasters, discord in our family, knots of drugs and alcoholism, loneliness, sickness, grief, or just feeling stuck, etc. - these are knots that suffocate us and prevent us from living our l...
Human beings are capable of facing great challenges in our lives because we are built for survival. However, Self-Actualization requires not only seeing ourselves in the clear light of day, but also facing our shadows in the dark nights of our lives. I believe that three qualities: Vision, Resilience, and Vitality; in equal measure, are essential to a life that is authentic to our true values a...
