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 believe that the more you put into therapy, the more you get out of it. Therapy is not solely a place to vent, but an avenue to strategize real behavioral changes to improve your life and relationships. By making a conscious effort to implement those changes outside of the therapy office and taking responsibility for yourself, you are most likely to benefit from treatment. I am a masters-leve...
Now accepting new clients in person and online video therapy available for those that qualify. I work with individuals, couples, families, and children. I am especially interested in helping you to rebuild healthy communication, resolve conflict, and improve closeness in your relationships. I can help families, couples and individuals with disruptive patterns such as screaming, anger, negative...
Sometimes, life is just hard. There are times in our lives where we are struggling. Either the struggle has been caused by something in our past or is current. The problem or issue does not define you, for you are valuable, worthy, and have a purpose in this world. You have the right to live a healthy, happy, and meaningful life, which leads to empowerment. Whether it is empowerment over...
Hello! Creating a trusting therapeutic relationship is how my clients and I begin our work together. Once established, we collaborate to determine goals and the focus of sessions. I incorporate a variety of modalities in addition to traditional 'talk therapy,' such as Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Mindfulness, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Play therapy to best support my clients’ needs. Our wo...
Have you ever felt "stuck" in your current relationship? Do you feel stagnant and unsure of the direction you are going? Are the two of you planning your future and yet you haven't agreed on your present? With counseling services from ImMortal Bonds, we will help facilitate a healthy dialogue between you and your partner, fostering long lasting connections while improving relationship...
A Peaceful mind is Priceless. Allow us to help you and your family through the transitions of life and assist you in bringing life back into focus! There is no problem or issue that the mind cannot recover from. Life will continue to throw things your way through your children, in your marriage, in your finances and within yourself. Allow us the opportunity to assist you through your transition...
Hello, My name is Joan Waldroup, Licensed Certified Social Worker. I provide therapy services for children, adolescents and families using evidenced-based therapies, with my primary focus on children and adolescents with emotional and behavioral difficulties. I have 27 years of experience working in the mental health field, with the past 21 of those practicing as a Clinical Social Worker. My go...
I provide adult individuals and couples with a compassionate space to transform difficulty into opportunity and growth. My approach is informed by mindfulness practices, science, and the power of the therapeutic relationship to inspire healing and positive change. I primarily employ Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Functional Analytic Psychotherapy (FAP), along with other evidence-ba...
With years of experience working in Maui, I can tell you I truly understand the struggles that families and our keiki experience on a daily basis. I also understand the impact of extreme trauma, domestic violence, substance abuse, mental disorders, stress and life’s unforeseeable events and how they affect us, our families and all of those around us. My job is to help you achieve happiness,...
I am a clinician working with my clients using the lens of attachment and trauma. When appropriate, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing), an evidence-based protocol is a resource I frequently utilize, as well as many other evidence-based treatment approaches. During this time of uncertainty and discomfort, I can help with difficult relationships and symtoms such as hopelessness,...
This is a safe and non-judgemental space for you to explore and identify your best hopes. Galileo is quoted as saying, " you cannot teach a man anything, you can only help him find it for himself". I believe in working together in order to achieve your desired outcomes. I have experience in working with individuals and families who are dealing with anxiety, depressed feelings, behavior issues,...
Psychotherapy can be the first step in developing the ability to access ones strength, wisdom, and inner peace to create a meaningful life that provides balance, purpose, and joy. I believe that everyone has the answers they seek from within and the ability to heal. With guidance, compassion, and integrity, I will help the client navigate and break free from the underlying negative beliefs, fea...
I am a psychotherapist and psychoanalyst, working with mind-body connection and energetic healing methods to address anxiety, depression, PTSD, and relationship issues. I am also a yoga instructor. Bringing decades of experience to our work, I use empathic listening to help you assess your needs and face the emotional and interpersonal conflicts that you deal with, empowering you to improve the...
Our highly trained and compassionate therapists are here to help as am I. Whether you are experiencing crisis from COVID 19 or stress from everyday events, we are here. Life can quickly take a turn leaving us in shock, feeling like our future is uncertain and out of control. Seeking help processing is the first step to healing. Whether personally struggling with a diagnosis or the family member...
Welcome! My clinic prioritizes medical professionals, people of color and couples. Working with diverse population for many years widen my appreciation towards everyone I encounter in the therapy room. Learning from years’ valuable experience, I do not take a blueprint or “one-size-fits-all” approach for clients. Every client has an individualized curriculum. You may be feeling distressed, faci...
