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
**Certified EMDR Therapist** I am passionate about helping adolescents and adults heal and reclaim joy that is often disrupted by trauma, abuse, neglect, or crime victimization. My approach is integrated, blending modalities from EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Sand Tray, and Play Therapy. My goal is to help individuals and families tap into their potential to make positive changes. My...
We all want to get to the heart of the matter when it comes to challenges in life. That's what my practice is all about. My goal is to help you find the answers, stress relief, and mental healing you are seeking. Using a variety of methods I will work with you to customize your path to wholeness. The path to wholeness begins with you. Lets get started today. Under the supervision of Suzy...
Congratulations on having the courage to change and to ask for help. Life can be a stressful process for all of us. Sometimes we feel alone and afraid and wish we had someone to talk to outside of our immediate family and friends. Perhaps we've tried the same behaviors over and over and wonder why we don't have different results. It can be very helpful to talk to someone who can look at our...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Board Approved Clinical Supervisor and Licensed Addiction Counselor. I specialize in providing assistance for co-occurring diagnosis, addictions, depression and anxiety. I utilize various modalities in treatment including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Supportive Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and...
People do not fit in perfect little boxes, nor should treatment be tailored to a "one size fits all " approach. Everyone is different and unique. I believe it is important to find creative and healthy ways to help children, teens, adults, couples and their families to solve problems and move forward in their lives. Creative Expressions Counseling offers counseling services for children, teens,...
My philosophy as a Mental Health Professional involves the client centered approach to (1) foster increased independent thinking and stabilized mood, (2) progress towards healthier lifestyles (3) achievement of desired goals/ outcomes from therapy; including (a) improved interpersonal relationships, (b) development/ improvement of acceptable and appropriate social interaction, (c) improved...
I specialize in helping patients with issues such as post-traumatic stress disorder, depression, trauma, and anxiety. For Children and Adolescents I use Trauma Focus Therapy. With adults I use Cognitive Processing Therapy. Also, I specialize in couples counseling, and blended family issues....
Are you struggling with change? Do you want to take your life in a different direction? I specialize in working with adults who need help navigating major life transitions such as divorce, death of a loved one, children leaving home, leaving an abusive relationship, retirement, job loss, recovery, major career changes, and much more. I've personally been through many of these life changes mysel...
Our lives can surprise us -- in both exciting and discouraging ways. I am privileged to work with clients who are seeking to cope, understand, develop, change, and grow more whole. I seek to work creatively from a person-centered perspective that honors each person's uniqueness, integrating psychodynamic with cognitive and reality-based therapy to best meet each client's needs. The tools of EMD...
Lifes unique journey requires empowering souls to understand their triggers and need for healthy coping skills and addressing concerns. I believe counseling helps individuals better understand their behaviors, thoughts, and feelings, while discovering and implementing more effective communication and interaction skills. Counseling is a professional therapeutic relationship and I am dedicated to...
We can work together to find ways to to understand what gets in the way of living your life more fully. I have over 30 years experience working with individuals and couples in a supportive and thoughtful way. Changing old patterns to improve your relationships both at work and at home will allow you to have more options in your life. Our work is confidential and the highest standards of privacy...
Counseling since 1992 in a variety of settings, I meet a client where they are comfortable which includes incorporating their spiritual beliefs if that is their desire. One of my greatest joys is helping people find healing as hurt is replaced by joy. Whether the hurt was received from broken promises, depression, anxiety, violence, addiction, infertility, special needs or childhood loss there ...
My name is Dr. Deginesh Worku or Dr. Dee. I’m a licensed mental health therapist with over 20 years of experience working with individuals, couples and families. I work with people dealing with anxiety, depression, communication problems, trauma and life transitions ( e.g., adoption, immigration, divorce, loss, etc.) which can all cause overwhelming feelings leaving you unbalanced. I also...
Through exploration of your daily rituals and future desires, you'll better understand how your uniqueness and skills can bring personal transformation. I'll challenge you to look within. Through self-awareness and personal responsibility, you can know yourself as a profound, unique being. My expertise includes sexuality, alternative relationship styles, and depression, with deep experience in...
I have been working with adolescents and young adults for over 15 years. My practice provides a nurturing and supportive environment to help my clients work on their daily struggles and create a better and happier life for themselves. When working with teenagers, often family therapy is needed to ensure that everyone is working together for there to be positive changes. I will assist parents in...
