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
I have 17 years of experience working with families, teens and adult individuals with trauma, addiction and attachment issues. My demeanor is warm and caring. I hold a positive perspective toward humanity and believe in the innate human potential to move toward growth and change. Individual therapy is present centered and focuses on the client's immediate experience. My goal in family therapy i...
My intention is to provide my clients with a safe, welcoming space as they begin their journey to psychological and emotional health and wellbeing. I currently see individuals, couples, and families who present with a wide range of concerns. Some of the issues that I am able to help my clients with are anxiety, depression, trauma and abuse, childhood sexual abuse, self-worth and self-esteem, ad...
I am an independent and board certified provider of counseling services. I have worked in mental health since 1997 and received his Masters of Mental Health Counseling from the University of Tennessee in 2000. Prior to my time in private practice I was fortunate to work with a diverse population facing a broad spectrum of clinical issues in the community and area mental health centers. I have d...
A wise man once said, "the hardest thing in life isn't letting go, but STARTING OVER." Are you ready to "start over and live life to the fullest?" Do you feel mentally and emotionally drained? Are you looking to start new and begin on a journey of mental healing? Well, look no further; you have found the answer... Every individual, created in the image of God, deserves to be treated with dignit...
My client profile consists of 1/3 children/adolescents, 1/3 trauma focused therapy due to sexual assault and/or sexual addiction impact, and 1/3 females over 40 who would like to explore making changes in life. I enjoy the diversity of my practice as all the above mentioned areas enable me to work with both childhood disorders and relational challenges into adulthood. My focus on sexual...
Please note: As of October 2020, my practice is full. My website is www.sealatherapy.com. Perhaps you are feeling lost and overwhelmed. Stuck in feelings of sadness and dread with a sense that something terrible is going to happen or that it will never get better. Perhaps your outward life is going better than ever--and still, there is a persistent, internal voice that leaves you awash in feeli...
Do you feel stuck? My approach to helping: Choosing to begin therapy and meet a new therapist can be one of the most stressful things a person can do. It is also one of the most courageous! The journey of counseling and therapy is a path of growth. I love working with people who have the courage to engage in therapy and helping them learn, grow, and heal. By becoming more aware of yourself and ...
Often it is a life crisis that brings people to therapy; whether it is internal or external. Making the connection of trust and support with the therapist is the first step to the work. I believe in the power of therapy to change patterns that interfere with relationships and satisfaction in life. Over time I have developed great confidence in the benefit of exploring family of origin...
No matter how strong we are in meeting the challenges of life sometimes what happens to us heaps upon us a mountain of stress and we can do little but feel the pain of all that weight. Our goal is to help those we serve be effective in resolving personal pain through the empowerment of their natural strengths. Step by measured step, we work to build durability, and self-respect through skill...
My responsibility as a therapist is to provide a supportive, authentic, and validating experience to promote healing and growth. Whether you have a specific issue or are looking to gain insight into yourself and your relationships, therapy can provide this and more. I have 12 years experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings treating a variety of conditions including bipolar, PTSD,...
I partner with my clients to reduce anxiety, depression, stress, and malaise, while also building strengths and adaptation strategies. To do this, we usually 1) explore any straightforward or creative ways to alter life circumstances that contribute to the malaise, and 2) identify, then make and implement a plan to reduce any self-limiting thoughts, beliefs, assumptions, and doubts that contrib...
People worry every day. Some worriers "worry all their lives." Excessive, non-productive WORRY may lead to symptoms seen in generalized anxiety disorder (GAD), irritability and depression. There may be misguided behavioral strategies or unresolved experiences that prevent more productive use of worry and subsequent self-esteem enhancement. I will help you understand your worrying behavior, lear...
Entering psychotherapy is one of the most important decisions a person can make in life, requiring courage, humility and a powerful desire to resolve one's difficulties and become the person you want to be. I know because I've done it several times! It is a privilege to join with you in a collaborative process of unlocking your inner resources and reaching your personal goals. I intend to earn...
I am a psychologist with 20 years of experience working with adults and adolescents. At times, people seek therapy because their needs feel urgent and immediate: They are acutely sad, are dealing with loss, or are confronted with a challenging decision. At other times, the quest for treatment reflects a subtle but persistent experience that something in a person's life is missing or imbalanced....
The path of life in not always easy. It can be difficult and emotionally exhausting, at times. In my practice my clients have decided that their efforts at fixing or living with difficult issues are no longer enough. Professional help is needed. As a trained therapist, I provide my clients positive, supportive counseling to help them address the confusion, pain, fear, anger, and loss, often at ...
