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
Managing life's challenges isn't something you have to do alone. I am passionate about creating a safe, nonjudgmental, and empathetic space to help you explore the parts of you that need healing and validation. I strive to create a deep relationship that fosters growth and safety during the most challenging walks of life. I believe therapy should be somewhere you can gather practical tools that...
My passion is working with clients from unique backgrounds and/or experiences who often contact me because they want to work on or through complex trauma, such as oppression based and/or inter-generational trauma. Modalities used addresses the concerns of those whose race, ethnicity, gender identification, income, disability/accessability, and other social factors which often go...
CBT represents a family of therapies that share a commitment to scientific excellence in the alleviation and prevention of human suffering. Our practice philosophy extends beyond diagnostic labels and is grounded in a deep respect for the whole person. We seek to assist clients in cultivating awareness, wisdom, and courage in every aspect of their lives while meeting each interaction with...
OPENINGS FOR NEW SLIDING-SCALE CLIENTS NOW! Congratulations on taking that first step to seek help! It takes a lot of courage to seek out therapy. My specialty is working with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, and navigating relationships, and I have several years of experience working with people of various genders who are survivors of emotional, physical, and sexual abuse. I fi...
I am a Therapist (LCSW) and Registered Yoga Teacher in Lakeview/Roscoe Village in Chicago, integrating both body and mind where possible during therapy. My clients can expect to be met with empathy and authenticity, as I aim to create a space that feels safe enough to explore coping tools, acceptance, and personal growth. I specialize in anxiety, trauma recovery, relationship distress, self...
Everybody is going through something. We all have our own stories to tell, issues we need to face, and storms we have to go through. I want to come alongside you and help you find healing in your circumstances whatever they may be. If you have experienced trauma, have unresolved pain or are struggling with current issues, I want to help you process those things in a healthy, therapeutic way to...
I have been working in the field of mental health for more than 11 years and in the field of addiction for 6 years. I have worked with both adolescents and adults struggling with co-occurring disorders in partial hospitalization and intensive outpatient settings. My experience has been working with depression, anxiety, low self-esteem, relationship issues, mood disorders, impulse control, life...
Expansive Therapy is a bicoastal psychotherapy practice with locations in New York City and San Francisco. Due to the COVID-19, we are currently offering remote teletherapy services and we have immediate openings. We have a diverse team of therapists offering a wide variety of modalities and specialties, and we match you with the therapist who best meets your needs. Our website is...
I am a clinical psychologist who has been in practice for over 40 years. I primarily use a Cognitive Behavioral Therapy model and work with adolescents and adults with depression, anxiety, and a wide range of life issues. I am happy to talk with you by phone and answer any questions that you may have....
Life is crazy, right? We’re always running around, and there is always something or someone that needs our attention. The problem with this is, that means that we often put ourselves on the back burner of life. We think “I’ll be okay, once I take care of this, this, and this.” I believe the way towards a happy and successful life is to prioritize ourselves and our own needs. Whether you just ne...
There are many reasons or motivations people may have for seeing a therapist, and they are all valid: You might feel stuck, out of balance, disconnected. Maybe you and/or a loved one are experiencing some form of loss or distress, are seeking change or healing. You may want to foster growth, self-exploration, nourishment, or acceptance in your life. Perhaps you just need a space where you can b...
Dr. Arthur L. Clark is a post-doctoral psychological assistant at Integrative Psychology Group who provides clients with compassionate, respectful, and personalized therapy to best reach their therapy goals. While many people carry a wound or secret pain that they may fear will never heal, Dr. Clark believes that a client's ability to heal and grow is always greater than even his or her most...
My ideal client is someone who is questioning and wondering what they are supposed to do at this time in their life. Do you feel like something is missing, that your life is not the way you want it to be? I can help you find your way into a whole new world. Every issue is fundamentally spiritual and will persist until you discover what is going on. Let's free you up from the restrictions in you...
I believe in empowering clients by creating a safe environment in which they can heal and grow. With over twenty years of experience, I have had the privilege of assisting many clients and families coping with a wide variety of life's challenges. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and have witnessed tremendous healing from painful life events via this technique...
*Not taking new clients at this time (Updated 7/21/2020). I have a degree in Marriage and Family therapy. The title of my field is misleading; I work with all sorts of individuals and I offer the opportunity for those clients to bring other people into sessions with them if/when it feels helpful. These people can be romantic partners, family members, or anyone else that is relevant to a client’...
