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 all experience difficulties in life. My goal is to help you replace anxiety, stress, and sadness with joy and improved relationships. In 30+ years of practice, I have brought compassion, respect and knowledge to helping others discover they can have a more joyful life. I truly believe that you have the inner strength and wisdom to have the life you want. In our work together, I will help you...
There are many reasons people seek counseling; regardless of the reasons, I believe an enhanced sense of self understanding and acceptance is essential in all situations. Adjustment disorders, anxiety, grief and depression are issues faced in today's society that make it difficult to feel happy and content with life. I am a psychotherapist with years of experience helping individuals overcome a...
I wholeheartedly believe in the importance of healthy relationships, not only with those we love, but with ourselves. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples build healthy coping strategies, effective communication skills, and identify and pursue personal growth. I believe we all have areas for growth and I work collaboratively with client's using effective counseling techniques t...
I have had the privilege of working with adults and couples for over 30 years, helping with a wide range of issues including: depression, anxiety, self esteem, relationships, stress, ageing, family of origin issues, cross cultural issues, identity, grief/loss and mild addictions. I have previously worked as a staff psychologist at CSUN and Caltech and have advanced training in Emotionally Focus...
As a therapist, I like to reach out to those who feel their life is spiraling out of control. My specialty is addressing behaviors, such as ADHD or Conduct Disorder, accepting who you are as an individual, and helping you realize you have the key to change your situation. For those who want to get their emotions under control, perhaps due to bipolar disorder or anxiety disorder, together we wil...
A good therapist helps us get to know ourselves fully. Better understanding our motivations, thoughts and feelings reveals more fulfilling, effective choices. Exploring what is getting in our way of having deeply satisfying relationships is essential to living a full life. I often address issues of: understanding a partner's motivations, life purpose & transition, transparent vulnerable &...
Therapy can provide children a safe and supportive way to learn to identify and express their experiences and feelings; and make progress with social integration, growth, and development. They can develop skills to understand and work through psychosocial challenges. They have the opportunity to gain self-awareness and experience social and emotional success. Creating happiness is what parents...
Are you exhausted from the pangs of physical and emotional anxiety? Tired of feeling stuck in a continuous circle of negative thoughts and painful emotions? If anxiety, depression, or pain/illness is keeping you from enjoying life, seeking help is the next step. I work with children, pre-teens, teens, and adults. My specialties include chronic anxiety, physical stress response, depression, chro...
**12/13/19: NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** Change is hard, talking about change is challenging and making change can be life altering. I believe each person is worth the hard work and is capable of the change that can allow them a new perspective and hope. I am a Child Mental Health Specialist with specialty training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, depression & trauma. In my 20 years ...
I know from experience how difficult it is to decide whether to begin therapy. It's a tough decision and one I'm happy to help you make. You don't have to do this alone!! I've worked for the past 19 years with children and their families, as well as with adults and couples, helping them to recreate the kind of life we're all searching for. I'm especially experienced with children and adolescent...
Claudia is a bilingual Spanish speaking Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW #83703) who has over ten years of experience working with individuals of all ages, couples, and families. Claudia specializes in trauma recovery, family systems and relationship issues, fertility concerns, substance abuse and recovery, sexual and gender identity, spirituality and spiritual resiliency, grief and loss,...
Everyone experiences challenging situations in their life. It's your honesty and self-awareness that has signaled you to reach out. You already possess the healing power of emotional, spiritual and social well-being. Reigniting your full potential is a goal that my years of professional counseling can help you achieve. I am honored to be available for our returning American Soldiers. I also enj...
I provide Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for children, adolescents, adults, and families. While I treat a wide range of problems, I have particular specialties with OCD and related disorders, anxiety disorders, and many issues that present in childhood. My approach is best characterized as evidence-based, goal-oriented, active, and collaborative. I am trained in a variety of treatment...
Most people go through some difficult periods, and it has been my experience that individuals (and couples) can benefit greatly from outside help as they work through life's challenges. It is helpful, especially during difficult times, to have an objective, compassionate professional who will focus on your strengths & abilities, using solution-focused brief counseling in a confidential and...
Crises and painful emotions can be the beginning of a journey toward transformation and wisdom. If you are looking for a deeper and more connected sense of yourself, and fulfillment in life, then you may be ready for a commitment to the therapeutic process. I believe my empathic presence - the capacity to hear, see and feel a situation from the other person's vantage point- is central to the...
