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
Most of my professional career I have spent working in hospitals with people struggling with severe and chronic mental illness as well as co-occurring addiction. During this time, I have met many unique and incredible people with astounding resiliency. The main issues I have become experienced with have ranged from depression and anxiety, to trauma, to supporting working professionals in adjust...
Parenting is hard! Your kid did NOT come with a manual & things can become overwhelming before you know it. You want what is best for your child; you don't want them to hurt, you want to keep them safe, & be happy, but do you find yourself feeling like somewhere you got disconnected & now you don't know what else to do? You've tried to talk, you've tried to discipline, you've lost your patience...
My life's passion is helping people to heal. Healing comes in many forms including emotional, spiritual, relational, and physical. My style is a heart centered/spiritual approach that helps guide people to their answers. Heart centered counseling is an effective and compassionate way of being with you. It helps you be able to speak from the heart, truly be yourself and discover the beauty,...
I am a licensed clinical social worker and clinical child psychologist. I provide individual psychotherapy, consultation and support for adults, adolescents, the elderly and parents of young children. I work with individuals and families seeking psychosocial support, relief of distress and improvement of well-being. I consult to teachers, lawyers, non-profits and clinics regarding youth mental...
Self transformation comes from understanding how our body and mind create our behavior and emotions and taking small risks to make shifts toward the fuller version of our selves. The modality I practice is Core Energetics which offers a unique opportunity to unwind childhood conditioning/trauma and re-learn who we are as adults. Mind/body techniques are on the cutting edge of neuroscience resea...
I believe therapy is an effective way for individuals, families and couples to work through issues that inhibit effective communication and coping. Beginning therapy is the first step in developing the tools necessary to have better relationships and enjoy life more fully. I work with my clients to introduce and incorporate different approaches with full respect for their life histories and...
A therapist can be an ally and partner during times when life presents us with challenges that make us feel stuck. A strong therapeutic relationship can help us feel safe and comfortable as we work to understand ourselves and get 'unstuck'. As a clinician, I aim to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients. I am present and accessible to my clients. I have a warm and very down-to-ea...
I treat children, adolescents, couples and families (from ages 6 to 60) .There are many problems affecting children, adolescents, families and couples today. The stress of contemporary life sometimes becomes overwhelming and can result in anxiety, depression, sleep disturbances, alcohol and other addictive issues, marital conflict, infidelity, sibling conflict and financial concerns. My...
My goal is to help you uncover your true potential that leads to 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 the challenges in your life. By applying evidenced-based therapy approaches and techniques, we will unearth long-standing behavioral patterns, thought processes and negative perceptions th...
I have over 25 years experience working in the mental health and eating disorder fields. I believe in therapy that is focused, meaningful, productive, and evidence based. It is my honor to work with you as you strive to function and feel better; while becoming more effective in your day to day life. I have been trained in Cognitive Behavioral Treatment, Dialectical Behavioral Treatment,...
*I am currently accepting Medicaid/SoonerCare, Tricare, WebTBA, Health Choice, and Private Pay* I am a Licensed Marital & Family Therapist providing Individual Therapy and Family Therapy services using empathy based counseling services to persons seeking to find their best self and their best relationships. My approach is to assist you in ways that maximize your gifts and talents to allow you t...
Psychotherapy is not easily described. It varies depending on the personality of both the therapist and the client. Unlike a medical doctor visit, it calls for a very active effort on your part. We might meet one time and get the job done (it happens), or we may decide together to meet on a schedule (usually weekly or bi-weekly). In any case, we will decide together how to proceed and how we wi...
I offer services in English and Spanish, ages 5 to 95, individual, family and group therapies. It is my belief that we are not alone. We each come to times in our lives when change in our immediate world can cause us to feel overwhelmed, afraid, anxious, depressed, abandoned and alone. But we do not have to carry this burden by ourselves and we can pass through these times together. I have...
I would like to help you become the architect of your own life - overcoming the internal obstacles that prevent you from experiencing happiness, freedom and control. You may wish to conquer a strategic goal, or address a more complex problem - relational, emotional, professional or behavioral - or perhaps something you cannot define. I am adept at understanding human dynamics, and can bring...
A strong and trusting client-therapist relationship is the key to successful therapy. My clients tell me I am non-judgmental, trustworthy and have helped them tremendously. I am sensitive to people's unique personalities, stressors and pace, so I work according to your needs. I have a lot of experience working with people who have symptoms of anxiety, depression, low self- esteem, distractibili...
