If people find they have difficulty in relationships with peers, they may be experiencing some interpersonal issues or individual mental health concerns. Trouble in peer relationships often becomes a problem during childhood, when children are supposed to be forging friendships with other children their age. Trouble in peer relationships may be a sign of anxiety, depression, Autism Spectrum Disorder, or trauma.
Available Treatment Options
Therapists and counseling interventions for peer relationships for children may include Play Therapy to process trauma and emotions, social skills training, communication techniques, or other specified therapeutic processes based on their diagnosis.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Peer Relationships
( English | ) I am a licensed psychologist who specializes in a combination of individual & family therapy for the treatment of children & teens who have depressive, anxiety, stressor-related, conduct, or substance use disorders, as well as other social/behavioral difficulties & grief/loss/separation/divorce. I utilize an integrative theoretical approach informed by developmental, family system...
Amber brings a person-centered approach to her work, understanding that individuals are the experts of their own lives and that they bring a personal wisdom into the therapeutic process. She believes it is her role in therapy to help clients re-learn and reconnect to the skills and strengths needed to navigate life’s hurdles. Above all, Amber is committed to meeting people where they are and...
As a former behavioral health client, I know what it feels like to struggle; however, I also know what it feels like to heal, persevere, and get a second chance story. I am understanding of the stigma surrounding mental health and addiction, and I will walk alongside you on your journey to healing. Whether you are court ordered or voluntarily seeking services, we will establish a therapeutic...
PEP MOBILE COUNSELING PLLC mission is to assist individuals with removing internal and external barriers interfering with joy, peace and self acceptance. PEP MOBILE COUNSELING PLLC use a variety of techniques to foster insight and personal development. CBT, trauma informed care and DBT techniques are utilized to treat Depression, Anxiety, Grief and Loss, and Substance Use Disorders. Contact PEP...
Our hearts long for authentic connection to ourselves and others - and the sense of aliveness that results from being truly ourselves as we relate. Sometimes, however, reactive patterns arise and displace our competent adult functioning with unregulated emotional states such as anxiety, anger, insecurity, or depression. Often there is no context or overt memory associated with such experiences,...
If you are an individual, couple or family wanting to improve your relationship with yourself or others to build better communication, boundaries and assertiveness you came to the right place. My sessions are 60-90 minutes long, depending on what is needed or preferred. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist and specialize in working with those who are at a crossroads in their life and...
Children experience the same frustrations, anxieties, and fears as adults. But their ability to talk about and understand these feelings is entirely determined by where they are developmentally. The best way for children to share their inner world with adults is through play. I specialize in working with infants and young children as well as their caregivers to work together to learn new skills...
Sometimes it feels as if we lost our way; our closest relationships are a constant source of conflict and loneliness, and we struggle to find true connections, clarity, confidence, hope, and peace. It does not need to be that way. You can be seen and loved for who you really are, and you can count on yourself and others through the ups and downs of life. I enjoy guiding people through that jour...
Feeling overwhelmed? Lost or in a funk? Are you looking for new ways to cope, find solutions, or change a current situation? Each person seeks counseling for his/her own reason and in their own time. I am grateful for the opportunity to work with each individual and family that comes into my office and strive to empower each client to actively participate in the therapeutic process by exploring...
I work with clients of all ages to promote expression, processing of emotions, self-awareness, and holistic wellness. With training in humanistic and relational approaches, it is of utmost importance to me to form a partnership with my clients. Given whatever concerns we are addressing, I am flexible in choosing different tools and techniques we may bring into our work together. I believe that ...
Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist living and working in the Edmonds, WA area. I graduated with my Master of Science in Marriage and Family therapy in 2016 from Friends University in Wichita, KS. I currently work at Snohomish Psychology Associates, PLLC in Edmonds, WA, serving adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I tailor evidence-based treatment to each client and the specific needs...
I am passionate about helping individuals and couples move through life's most challenging situations. If you're stuck in a pattern of anxious thinking, struggling with grief, dealing with past trauma, or difficulty navigating a past or present relationship, I'd love to help. Some interests of mine include empowering women healing from relationship wounds and working with adolescents and adults...
Making the choice to start therapy is a difficult one. You’re here because you are making a brave choice and you’re wanting help to break from that feeling of being stuck in one or more areas of your life. You try and form healthier habits and quit the old ones, but for some reason it is not working. You desire relationships that build you up, but more often than not, you find yourself in...
Making Your Mental, Emotional, & Relational Wellbeing A Priority by Helping You Find Solutions, Gain Clarity and Experience Peace. My bottom-line is helping you achieve your goal knowing you are only one skill away. Some people remain in the condition they find themselves because they have given over the responsibility for shaping their destiny to others. Taking responsibility for your future...
As a researcher and clinician, Chris believes in the transformative power of human relationships. Chris maintains therapy is best when there is a mutual dialogue. As an active and engaged therapist, his clients grow through their own corrective emotional experiences. Whether working with individuals or couples, his warmth and creativity are complemented by straightforward communication and a...
