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

I believe that connection is vital to a healthy mind and body, and that the alliance I form with clients is central to addressing the issues that brought them to therapy. As both a registered nurse and a psychotherapist, it is my privilege to walk with clients on their journey to wellness. I utilize various approaches including CBT, psychodynamic, narrative inquiry, motivational interviewing an...

If you have come here today, you are likely in a lot of pain. Your relationship is falling apart or is in a state of transition that's creating stress in your lives. Maybe you and your partner are just not as close as you used to be. Perhaps you are seeking Discernment Counseling to decide. As a solution-focused therapist, my goal is to help you uncover your true potential in relationship. I do...

You want to be happy. I can help you with better relationships, anxiety, depression, deeper intimacy and communication. Call me for a free consultation. The Total You. I understand that you live in a context. Therefore I help you see how your relationships are affecting you and how to improve them. This includes relationships at home, at work and with friends. I will also coach you to be a bett...

I work mainly with adults and couples and have 9+ years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I tend to focus on self-esteem, trauma, and childhood dynamics. I believe these issues are significantly connected to our relationship and work conflicts and often fuel anxiety, depression, and compulsive behaviors (such as drug and alcohol dependence). I also believe that the therapeutic...

My focus is on wellness on all levels - physical, mental, emotional and spiritual. I believe that compassion and safety are essential for healing to occur. I use mind-body-spirit healing modalities such as mindfulness practices, DBT, transpersonal counseling, EMDR, guided meditation, suggestive & regressive hypnotherapy. I trust in the intuition of the client regarding what is needed for healin...

My mission is to serve, support and strengthen the lives of individuals and families by providing counseling and different models of psychotherapy to promote a stable emotional well-being during the trials and tribulation of life....

The decision to begin therapy is a sign of strength, an indication that you are growth oriented and motivated. Professional counseling can be the bridge that allows you to not only work through life's challenges, but also realize your own strengths and resiliencies. We will work together to help you identify the underlying causes that may be keeping you from all that you are meant to be. I prov...

The search for the right counselor is important and deeply personal. It can also feel overwhelming and stressful with so many mental health professionals to choose from. Whether you are haunted by traumatic memories, struggling with anxiety or panic, overcome with grief, or experiencing a range of other life challenges, making the decision to reach out for help and commit to counseling takes...

Life is dynamic and ever changing. Trying to find and keep balance is an ongoing challenge. And many times our past and our desires for the future don't connect in the present. I offer a supportive, caring environment in which to explore life's meanings, challenges and opportunities. From existential concerns to pragmatics in daily living, I offer a time and a space to safely address past issue...

I am a licensed clinical social worker who has been trained extensively in several therapy models including; Cognitive Behavioral, Dialectical Behavioral and Acceptance Commitment Therapy. My clients range in age from young adults to older adults. I treat a variety of psychological problems, including: anxiety, depression, trauma, psychosis, bipolar disorder, marital difficulties, OCD, addictiv...

"Everyone, no matter their situation, has infinite potential and possibility 100% of the time." This quote describes my viewpoint of individuals considering therapy. I believe that anyone, despite previous trauma or current life challenges can work to achieve a sense of well-being. Further, I believe that a series of small steps can produce big results. If you are that person who feels depresse...

Jayne Marsh
San Jose
California
Daily life brings plenty of stresses, but most of us manage to function pretty well in spite of them. Sometimes, however, the stresses become more than we can handle, making us feel nervous, sad or angry. We might argue more with loved ones, have trouble sleeping or difficulty concentrating. Physical problems might show up like headaches or stomach complaints. If all this weren't enough, we mig...

I have been given the greatest opportunity to be welcomed into my clients' lives and assist them in creating their definition and plan for a well life. I focus on the working relationship between my clients' and I, where theory and practice only enhances the work done in session. My goal is not to be a client's therapist every week for the rest of their lives, but rather to have them create the...

We all have times in our lives when we need encouragement to move forward and reassurance to thrive. I am here to help. We need to feel heard and treated with compassion. We need that extra support to succeed. I can provide the support you need. I believe that together, you and I can navigate through the hard times and get through the pain, get you back to a place of feeling happy, healthy, who...