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
Our focus is to help you heal, become aware of your inner strengths, and progress. We achieve this by providing a safe space, listening to your concerns, and working with you on your plan. Among our various providers, we represent nearly a century of professional counseling and therapy experience that includes anxiety, depression, abuse/trauma, ADD/ADHD, behavioral disorders, addictive disorder...
Do you ever feel sad or alone and can't figure out why? Or perhaps something did happen, and you're having a tough time accepting and moving forward. Do you get easily frustrated, annoyed, or angry? Are you finding that while in your younger days you had lots of friends, but are now wondering where everyone has gone? I work with busy adults who are struggling with these types of issues, and wan...
I believe that every individual has the right to live a full and satisfying life. Sometimes things get in the way, such as a history of trauma, unresolved grief, family difficulties, or just "everyday" stressors which feel overwhelming. You may be searching for a therapist because you do not feel as fulfilled or content with life as you could. You may be looking for help for a loved one, such a...
"I recognize the process of selecting a therapist can be daunting especially when one is dealing with mental health, behavioral or relational issues. Although there are many factors involved in this process, I believe the connection between the individual and therapist is the most important element so my first priority is to create a safe non-judgmental environment." I have 22 years experience...
I am a skilled psychotherapist working with adult, children and families. I am committed to helping individuals learn to identify the source of their emotional problems (i.e. anxiety, depression) process and work through them, becoming able to live life with more passion, energy and joy. I can help you live a more peaceful, satisfying and emotionally fulfilled life, improve your communication...
Have you noticed that your talk therapy is giving you good insight about your thoughts and feelings but isn't changing how you feel on a deeper level? Have you identified reasons why you react but still find yourself triggered in new situations? I use a mind-body approach to teach coping skills and how to shift your emotionally anxious state to a more relaxed state. I can help you develop a mor...
Like the individuals that comprise them, relationships are unique and complex. Areas of Growth Counseling recognizes this complexity and our approach focuses on improving together. Jessica specializes in working with high achieving individuals between the ages of 11 and middle-age, couples in their 20s and 30s, women experiencing pelvic floor dysfunction and related diagnosis, and Rapid Resolut...
I have over 10 years of experience working with individuals and/or loved ones of individuals struggling with a majority of issues including, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, adjustments, bereavement, eating disorders, family/marital conflict, psychotic disorders, and behavioral issues. I have worked in various settings such as: psychiatric hospitals, group homes, day treatment programs,...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist in the greater San Diego area. I specialize in treating disordered eating, self-harm, suicidality, and pervasive anxiety and mood disorders, as well as substance use, in adolescents, families, and adults. My book "Mindful Eating from the Dialectical Perspective: Research and Application" is available from Routledge and Amazon. I emphasize concrete behaviora...
Change starts with the first step. Insight paired with action drives lasting change. However taking the step to foster change in one's emotional life can be frightening and overwhelming. With me you will find a safe, caring environment, where together we travel a path of emotional discovery that will lead you to a better life. Based in West Hollywood, my practice is designed to help you underst...
I am in a relationship; but I don't know if my partner is the one.- My wife and I are having trouble sexually.-I am bi-racial and at times my identity is stressful- /My partner does not understand me and we keep arguing. - I am afraid to come "out" to my family. - I keep getting poor performance reviews at work.-I am in love with someone who is a different race than me.- You may be able to...
In my practice we will address your therapeutic needs from a holistic approach, taking a closer look at all areas of life, as a way for improving coping strategies for life naturally (i.e. reviewing social/family interactions/ difficulties, daily stressors, dietary patterns and more). Art psychotherapy and counseling sessions are offered, allowing the natural process of healing through the powe...
Emotions and thoughts can be overwhelming. They can sometimes feel like a constant, distracting background noise. Clients sometimes compare their brains to "a hamster on a wheel". A noisy brain that is distracting , draining and all too often active at bedtime. These wearing thoughts and feelings can prevent us from ever fully coming to rest. We no longer have perspective, clarity or even...
Specializations: Substance Abuse / Public Health. I utilize a Strength Perspective approach; including the consideration of physical, emotional, and spiritual perspectives. I have experience with Depression, CBT, Relapse Prevention, Dual-Diagnosis, Schizophrenia, Anxiety, Bipolar, Grief and Loss, Crisis Intervention, Life Transitions, Skills Building, Meditation, enhancing Coping Skills. I've h...
**NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. I have experience working in various mental health settings, providing psychotherapy as well as early childhood intervention and crisis intervention. I have and continue to pursue training in the impacts of trauma and loss as well as depth oriented psychotherapy. Furthermore, I am a trained yoga instructor and specialize in integrating traditional psychotherapy with...
