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
We are welcoming new clients! ...... Some pursue happiness, others create it; however, creating happiness isn’t always an easy task. Whether you’re experiencing difficulty adjusting to a new environment, relational conflicts, past or current trauma, or just seeking general guidance in your life, with the help of a professional, happiness can be within your reach. The key to a happy life isn’t j...
Life happens to all of us, but it's the ability to become stronger and 'bounce back' from life's challenges that is the test of our true strength. Can you adapt well in the face of adversity, depression, anger, anxiety, or stress? Have you experienced any behaviors, feelings, or symptoms at work, school or home that you don't quite understand? We want to work with you to earn your trust as we g...
I am a licensed professional counselor in Nashville, TN. I am passionate about helping others and I work with children, adolescents, and adults with a wide variety of presenting issues. Life is messy, full of hurts, disappointments, stressors, and grief – past and present. I want to help you get “unstuck” so you can live your best life, whatever that is for you. I have been where you are which...
You’re ambitious, driven, and until now you’ve been able to keep stress at bay by tackling your goals and checking off your to-do lists—but here lately you’ve felt stuck. You’re unsure of what to do and feel paralyzed by uncertainty. This is a whole new level of overwhelm, making it that much harder to manage. Something stops you from sharing your pain with those closest to you, leaving you to...
Hi! I’m Kate. If you’re here, you’re already brave. It takes tremendous bravery and courage to seek professional help, to sit with and process some feelings of hurt. I believe it to be an incredible privilege to work as a counselor. To be trusted with some of the most vulnerable places in an individual’s life is an honor and I will uphold your story with integrity. I believe in the concept of...
*TELEHEALTH SERVICES AVAILABLE* Helping people find their purpose and passion in life is important. Allowing conversations to discuss struggles within life related to trauma, relationships, and barriers with being able to completely live a life that represents the authentic "You". Assisting in identifying ways that people can fill in those gaps that life has given voids of within the realm of...
At Merriott Counseling Services, PLLC., my hope is for you to feel listened to/validated and, free to share your thoughts and feelings in a safe and supportive atmosphere. I aspire to help you realize you are not alone and change is possible. I genuinely care for my clients and desire to aid them in finding and developing the tools to help them thrive in life. I know it is hard to reach out for...
I am a professional Psychotherapist, Family Counselor and Ordained Interfaith Minister working at the interface of body, mind and spirit. I am here to help you with issues of anxiety, depression, relationship issues, health and career issues, or spiritual challenges. Please feel free to reach out to me! My approach is different for each client because each is unique. We may utilize traditional...
Are you or your child bright and sensitive but struggling with unhappiness, worry or confusing behaviors? While gifted in many things, your child may also be having trouble with anxiety, irritability, sadness or emotional meltdowns. It may be affecting your ability to feel peace, enjoy family time or function at work. They may be deeply engrossed in a new interest one minute and then yelling at...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist currently working at an outpatient clinic, part of the Miller Children’s and Women’s Hospital in Long Beach. Our clinic accepts a variety of insurances as well as private pay. We provide services across 8 sub specialty departments and work with children and their families. We also offer services for those diagnosed with Fragile X Syndrome and other genetic ...
Beginning in childhood and continuing throughout the lifespan, relationships are the foundation of our emotional experience. Our behaviors, thoughts, and emotions have a layered history, constantly being influenced, altered, or reinforced through what learn from and experience with others. At times we may feel stuck. We may become aware that our responses are causing distress or getting in the ...
Often times it can be difficult to identify and work through life's challenges by your self. With compassion and empathy, I walk with my clients through their journey of empowerment. You may be feeling frightened, overwhelmed, sad or defeated by challenges that you are currently facing. You may be in the midst of a major life transition, trying to visualize life's next stage. Having an...
Life is stressful and sometimes coping with everyday challenges can be more than we can handle on our own. We can become unseated in the comfort of our daily routine by extraneous situations that require action and attention from us; death, job loss, separation, or even just being overwhelmed with what's expected from us on a daily basis. Dr. Neer utilizes a CBT foundation complimented by a...
( English | español ) Do you find yourself anxious, depressed, or otherwise unable to function well in your relationships, work or other important roles? Invite change by gaining deeper understanding about the core issue, along with healthy coping skills. My specialties include couples therapy, anxiety, depression, betrayal trauma, stress, life adjustment problems, suicidality, relationship...
My practice is full at this time and I do not keep a waiting list / I believe that each person has inherent worth, wisdom and the capacity to develop in ways that can lead toward wholeness and renewed energy for life. My main job is to accompany your inner process and co-create a strong container where healing can take place. I believe that when we attempt to listen to psychological symptoms,...
