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
Are you looking for a highly skilled, caring professional to help you or a loved one break free from the grips of an anxiety, obsessive compulsive, or traumatic stress disorder? If so, Dr. Daniel Chazin might be the ideal match for you! With exceptionally strong training and years of experience helping adults and teens with a range of anxiety and related issues, he combines expertise in the mos...
My counseling experience includes working with individuals who have experienced a variety of reasons for seeking help to include but not limited to trauma, grief/loss, substance abuse, self-worth/self-esteem issues, stress management, relationship challenges, symptom management, spiritual conflicts, effective/assertive communication, depression and anxiety. Additionally, I have facilitated supp...
If you're looking for healing, restoration and opportunity to find your voice, then therapy is for you. I work with those feeling alone, wondering if they matter, or have gone unseen. Maybe you struggle with having a positive view of yourself. Maybe you are exploring identity questions “Who am I?,” “What does the world say about me?” If you hold spiritual beliefs, you could be wondering how to...
This has been a difficult season of isolation, loneliness, boredom, depression, and anxiety for many people. A time where social connection has been limited, despite the need and longing for personal interaction. Therapy can be a unique space that allows you to reconnect with your own emotional world with someone walking closely beside you. When external reality is as chaotic as it has been in...
Do you feel stuck no matter how hard you try to move ahead? You're certainly not alone. It can be tough making change, especially while sheltering-in-place. Over the past decade, I've come to learn again and again that there's a legitimate reason why we don't move forward to fulfillment. Instead we cycle in discomfort, anxiety, sadness, fear, mistrust, etc. Once you really understand what is...
IMMEDIATE OPENINGS AVAILABLE (IN PERSON & TELEHEALTH offered) Are you struggling in your relationships? Are you noticing you're anxious, stressed out and looking for some relief? Are you struggling with self-esteem and feeling like you are not enough? I can help. As a marriage and family therapist, I can assist you in maneuvering through difficult life transitions, challenging relationships & h...
You have made an important decision to seek out treatment. Have you felt stuck in a cycle? Do you have a particular life obstacle you’re trying to overcome? Sometimes, seeking help from a professional is the best way to put things into perspective. Finding someone you can connect with and trust is the next important step. Services that I provide are tailored to YOU, to meet your unique needs. I...
Hi! There's a lot of reasons that people come to therapy. Typically, the first time is always the most challenging and scary; you don't know what to expect, you aren’t sure if the therapist is going to pry in to your deepest darkest memories, and you don’t know if you will even like the therapist. Whatever your preexisting ideas are about counseling, it’s ok. I invite your fears and hopes alike...
(Un)fun therapy fact: most people assiduously avoid what they need most. As humans we want deep, authentic relationships. But what do most of us do about that? Some binge on social media, compare our real lives to other people's illusory ones, and feel like pariahs. Some of us are out socializing up a storm, but too often end up surrounded by people we don't feel connected to, telling zero of t...
Unfortunately at this time my schedule is full and I am unable to accept new clients. I believe I can help you increase positive emotions, energy levels, and decrease negative symptoms that might include depression and anxiety, lack of impulse control, troubled or one-sided relationships, and low-self esteem among other things. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and some of my strengths...
I truly believe that every human being can be emotionally healthy if he or she is empowered with the tools and knowledge to face life’s challenges. My commitment is to offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each of my client individual needs to support and lead them to a happier and healthier life. My clinical experience include working with adults and adolescents dealing with differe...
I am a licensed clinical social worker. I received my Bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Hope College and Master’s degree from Loyola University of Chicago. I have wide-ranging experience working with all ages regarding crisis intervention, trauma, depression, anxiety and adjustment related issues. I lived in the North Carolina woods where I worked with at-risk youth in a behavioral therapy...
Ms. Rivela,LCSW has been in the social work profession for over 20 years with emphasis in behavioral health, technology in behavioral health care, and social work research and education. She has worked as both a direct practice provider and a behavioral health administrator including psychiatric social worker, outpatient clinic director, administrator for state-wide and county behavioral health...
During this unprecedented world health crisis, our therapists at The Counseling Spot are providing telehealth services to residents of other states including, but not limited to, FL and NY. Many insurance carriers are now covering the cost of telehealth. If you are struggling with the emotional effects of COVID-19, or with life's ups and downs in general, seeking counseling is a demonstration o...
*Currently not accepting patients*. The ongoing unrest in the world and at home can make each day can feel like a struggle just to get up and face your life without overwhelming suffering. You may feel alone and isolated because nobody understands what you are going through and wonder if you will ever be happy again. But social isolation doesn't have to be emotional isolation. By reaching out, ...
