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
Dr. Jackson has a bachelors' and masters' degree in General Psychology from the University of Houston. Her Doctor of Philosophy Degree is in Clinical Adolescent Psychology from Prairie View A & M. She has been involved in clinical work for the past 21 years and a college professor for 16 years. We are a multidisciplinary intervention and treatment center that specializes in adolescent behavior...
Have you suffered a loss from a divorce, lost a loved one in unexpected or traumatic circumstances or perhaps to suicide? I have particular expertise in those who have experienced divorce, survivors of trauma, and family members who have lost loved ones to suicide. I work with my clients to create a safe and supportive environment and find that clients are better able to openly explore their...
I provide warm, empathetic, and effective care to individuals, couples, and families using some of the best, scientifically validated methods available. My goal is to help you find quick relief while developing the kinds of solutions that have long term, positive results. Because everyone is different, I customize treatment to the specific needs of each person I work with and I go at the client...
*I am not taking on new clients at this time. I will update my profile when I have new openings.* It takes courage to search for a new therapist. If you are looking through these profiles, there is a resilient, healthy part of you that's ready for change. You may be seeking relief, support, and healing for yourself or a loved one. Entering therapy is a profound act of self-love and self-respect...
My goal is to help each individual obtain and maintain a healthy, balanced, and fulfilling lifestyle. I am committed to helping improve mental and emotional health, to help set and reach goals, and to help improve interpersonal and romantic relationships, while promoting personal growth and increasing insight. I assess the needs of each individual, while respecting the uniqueness of each...
I REGRET MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY FULL, BUT I AM HAPPY TO INCLUDE YOU ON MY WAITLIST. We can all benefit from understanding ourselves a bit better. I offer a collaborative approach to therapy that emphasizes gaining a better understanding of your own unique emotional experiences, reactions, behaviors and motivations, and exploring how these patterns of responding to your world developed and...
Our counselors offer compassionate, individualized, and evidence-based therapy to meet your specific needs in a confidential and safe environment. Each therapist is constantly growing their expertise through education and supervision. Some of the things we can help with include depression, grief, trauma, life transitions, heartbreak, OCD, fears, phobias, and the ups and downs life throws at you...
Eldina Okic has a Masters of Education in community counseling from DePaul. She has the depth of experience of a clinician who has worked in individual psychotherapy with marginalized populations of rather severe psychopathology, as well as crisis assessments and management in emergency settings. She has facilitated groups for adolescent females as well as worked in individual psychotherapy wit...
Are you struggling with parenting your child or teen? Do you find your child or teen having a hard time at school, with friend, or enjoying things they used to? Through the work of collaborative strength-based therapy I can help your struggles. Challenges arise for a multitude of reasons that you may know or not know. I can help you understand the root of these problems in therapy or with a...
You are good at your job so more and more is expected of you; or there is an invisible ceiling capping your success. Complex decisions and pressure for results leave little room for error. Interpersonal dynamics need improvement, whether with your boss, your team, or other stakeholders.Your personal life is suffering from the sacrifices you make at work. Stress is taking a toll. The perils of...
I've worked extensively with trauma survivors to help them find healing from their past, and to begin creating a life worth living for themselves in the present. I became a therapist because I wanted to work with clients who had experienced trauma, and while I specialize in working with LGBTQ+ clients, I have worked successfully with clients from numerous backgrounds. I've trained extensively i...
I see a wide range of clients from diverse backgrounds and with a variety of presenting concerns. I have had much experience with families, marriage therapy, children and adolescents, trauma, depression, anxiety, bereavement counseling, and stress management. I only offer video counseling or telephonic counseling. I have also worked with clients struggling with pain management, multi-cultural...
While we are capable of managing a lot, sometimes we may feel too sad, too scared, too tired, or too lonely. This can make having a relationship, family, school, work, or just living that much more overwhelming. Life is also full of surprises and you might be going through changes that feel too daunting or even devastating. You might have struggled for a long time or just recently. Despite your...
Are intrusive thoughts getting out of control? Do you find yourself worrying and not always knowing why? Are feelings of sadness or emptiness making it hard to enjoy things that once made you happy? Counseling is a healing journey. I would consider it a privilege to help you through this journey. I believe in helping people to reach their maximum potential and teaching people to manage their...
My passion has always been to work with people; and I love what I do! By the time a person/couple comes to my office she/he is usually experiencing discomfort, has run out of ideas, and needs help. My favorite client is the one who recognizes this need and has the desire to make change happen. It takes courage to risk involving an unknown person in such an intimate process; and it takes courage...
