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 have extensive training and experience working with women's issues, particularly in the treatment and management of eating disorders in adolescents and adults. I gained experience working in several levels of care including inpatient, residential, partial hospital and outpatient programs in which I provided individual, group and family therapy. I am also practiced in the application of...
*Accepting teletherapy clients (audio/video) during COVID-19!* Are you feeling lost or out-of-touch with yourself? Do you lack self-esteem and confidence? Are you struggling in your relationship(s), failing to find the right partner, or repeating the same disappointing patterns of love and loss? You are not alone! Clients seek me out to develop or regain a secure sense of self, reduce and manag...
With over 20 years experience, I strive to help you uncover your true potential and lead a life that is worth celebrating. While we can't change difficult situations of the past, we can work together to better understand and resolve challenges in your life. By applying complementary therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavior patterns or negative perceptions that m...
Emotional distress can arise from a number of sources, for a variety of reasons. I work with patients to help them make sense of what they're feeling, so that a course of action can be set toward change and mastery. The goal is to feel and function better, and to engage more fully in life, career, relationship. I work primarily with adults in individual therapy and offer consultation to familie...
I believe that therapy should be an active process, where clients work not only to reduce symptoms, but also to lead more fulfilling and meaningful lives. I enjoy helping clients examine their approach to their problems, face their fears and identify what really matters to them. I work primarily from a cognitive-behavioral perspective, which focuses on helping clients change their perspective a...
I enjoy working with children, adolescents, and families. Parents have questions about what they, and their child, are going through. I am able to provide answers through psychoeducation and years of experience. Children with behavior issues in school or at home or adolescents with new behaviors and problems with grades or social issues. These are the families I get to help through very stressf...
My approach to therapy is open, supportive, and fosters curiosity instead of judgment. I work to help clients achieve insight about the origins of symptoms, while at the same time providing ways to cope with distressing emotions in the present. Our lives can be full of challenges that leave us feeling sad, overwhelmed, alone, and afraid. Sometimes we are unable to understand why we harbor such...
I believe that all individuals possess the ability to bring about the change they desire. Together, through therapeutic exploration, we will explore new and productive ways to help you develop coping and communication skills to attain your life goals. My work is guided by solution focused therapy and other collaborative therapies so that you and I work together to find the solutions to make you...
It’s my belief that therapy is a way to change your thinking change behaviors and to empower you. My goal is to help individuals ultimately achieve clarity. I want them to feel confident enough to realize that their quality of life is actually a result of their own actions and perceptions — not uncontrollable and unforeseeable events. Teletherapy is an option as well. My extensive training...
STRESS. It’s an extremely common affliction in today’s busy world. If you’re suffering from its symptoms—including anxiety, irritability, insomnia, trauma and phobia—you’re certainly not alone. I’ve been there. I’ve experienced first-hand that feeling of being stuck, worrying that there are no options outside of medication, and wishing for a sustainable and workable solution. I’ve also experien...
*My practice is currently full and not accepting new referrals at this time*. I work with both individuals and couples to help people enjoy more connected, meaningful, and happy lives. My style is active, collaborative, warm and respectful. I bring practicality, compassion, and creativity to my work with clients, helping you to develop greater skill in coping with stress and sadness, and in...
Did you know that 15 - 20% of women can feel symptoms that go beyond the ‘baby blues’? Overwhelming feelings of sadness, loss of identity, consistent worry, and scary thoughts are just some of the symptoms that you may be experiencing. However, help is available for the number one complication of having a baby - perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADS). As of 2019, I am the first and only...
I have a Masters of Science Degree in Counseling specializing in Marriage, Family and Child Therapy. I am also a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional and trained in EMDR. I have experience working with trauma both civilian and military. I enjoy working with couples and families as well as individuals. I employ a real world approach to real world problems and will work to help you resolve what...
ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS. Joy uses her compassion and down-to-earth nature to provide an environment where clients can feel safe to be their authentic selves. She understands that seeking change, or something different, is not an easy process. Joy forms collaborative partnerships with her clients when developing therapeutic goals and a plan for care. She uses mindfulness, empathy and insight to a...
I enjoy working with adult individuals and couples and have extensive experience working with moms who are struggling with the demands of parenthood. I work especially well with those who are seeking counseling to address issues such as anxiety, panic, self-doubt, depression, grief, life transitions, divorce, fertility issues, parenting challenges, stress management, health issues, relationship...
