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
Problems in life can cause people to stain their future with hopelessness. I love to help people see how their present problems associate with issues from their past while we work on establishing a new future with healthy thinking processes and hope. Therapy can help you control your emotions while reacting to problems, redirect issues in relationships that have gotten off-track, establish...
Therapy can lead to better relationships and more ease in our lives. I work with individuals and couples to find more clarity and balance in their lives. Sometimes we avoid parts of our life or ourselves that are painful. Together we will get to know these hurt parts and how they show up, whether it is through fears and worries, the critical voice you hear inside, or a feeling of being stuck,...
Hello! I am the director of Complete Neuropsychology Services, a private clinic in Ann Arbor that specializes in neuropsychological assessments and CBT treatment for children, teens, and adults. Do you or a loved one have difficulty at school, work, or home? Or have problems with learning/memory, behavior/emotions, or social skills? Are you wondering if these problems are due to ADHD, Autism, o...
I provide a reliable space for talking about what affects you most deeply in your love, work, creative and spiritual life. We will develop pragmatic approaches to achieving greater fulfillment and less distress. As we carefully develop an understanding of your internal and interpersonal life, our dialogue will afford you a deeper understanding of how you function with others and how you create...
Are you ready for change in your life? Do you want healing from past traumas, disappointments or losses? Do you want to feel your in control of your life, and be able to deal with issues causing distress? As your Therapist, I am committed to working with you to progress toward meeting your goals. I believe in your ability to achieve them. I offer you a genuine, caring, non-judgmental, professio...
Whether you come to me as an individual, a couple, or a family, the work we do together will honor the basic values of acceptance, trust, and emotional safety. We'll focus on uncovering what's behind the feelings and behaviors that you find confusing and upsetting, and we'll open doorways to change. I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a graduate of New York University's Silver School of...
It takes strength and courage to ask for support and sometimes the hardest thing to do is to take the first step. I recognize this challenge and the strength it takes to look at oneself, which is why I strive to create a safe and collaborative therapeutic space. During the therapeutic process, I help clients tell their story and create meaning from their life experiences, in order to regain the...
I am licensed certified social worker for 20+ years working with but not limited to adults teens and children on issues of bereavement and loss,divorce, parenting, family issues, anxiety, stress and multi generational conflicts In addition to private practice i spent 11 years coordinating and facilitating support groups for bereavment and separation/divorce. My practice has a private secure ent...
Ashley Quamme is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) in the state of Georgia. Prior to working in the private practice setting, Ashley worked for the U.S. Army as a therapist for U.S. Soldiers in a Substance Abuse Day Program. Along with providing therapy, Ashley has also taught courses in churches and on Ft. Gordon in both parenting and relationships She also provides supervision f...
Our world has changed and we there are many unknowns at this time. For many of us this new reality can be un-settling and we may become fearful and anxious. In a non-judgmental, safe space, we can explore and process fears, anxieties and blocks which may be keeping you stuck and away from creating a new normal for yourself. It is possible to wake up each morning with a feeling of purpose and...
I am a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA), and have been practicing in the field of Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) for 20+ years. I received my B.A. in Psychology from UCLA where I worked with Dr. Ivar Lovaas as part of the Young Autism Project. I received my M.A. in Developmental Psychology from San Francisco State University where I researched self-regulatory strategies in children and...
Originally from Virginia and after moving to Texas, I taught school for 14 years in Houston ISD and at Presbyterian School in the museum district. With increasing desire to help students with emotional and social issues, I returned to the University of Houston--Clear Lake and earned my master's degree in Clinical Psychology. I completed my intensive training in Dialectical Behavior Therapy at...
My ideal client is one who is motivated to be honest with themselves (and me) and be willing to make life changes. They would be willing to take a look at how their thinking is affecting their moods and be open to guidance as to how to FEEL better. My specialty is in the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy and Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy to assist clients in confronting and changing...
Sometimes in life we can get stuck and need a little help getting back on track. My goal is to help you work on the issues you've identified as being what gets in the way of your life being the way you want it to be. Whether you are struggling with depression, anxiety, family/relational issues, or addictive issues, I am here to help. I do lots of marriage/relationship counseling and have great...
Self-discovery can be a freeing journey, an unveiling of answers, often hidden right below the surface. With therapy, you don't have to do it alone! I am your therapist, but I view you as the expert of your life. I am a sounding board - creating a safe space for us to work together to navigate through thoughts you want to explore or challenges you may face. We can improve the overall quality of...
