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
Hi, I'm Jerri. I imagine if you’re reading this, you must be going through a really difficult time and have come to realize that you need some extra support. You may be feeling overwhelmed, alone, and find yourself struggling with a new major life transition. Whether you recently experienced a loss of a loved one or a relationship and are processing your grief or are struggling through transiti...
My name is Ariana and I have a passion for serving my community, ranging from relationship and family conflict to issues with functioning in life. I have been licensed and have had a private practice for over 3 years, but I have served the mental health community for over a decade. I have worked and practiced in multiple community and mental health settings including with individuals and famili...
Ready to thrive? Want to respond better to life's curveballs? Therapy can clarify the uncertainty that accompanies life transitions—which are often fraught with anxiety, depression, self doubt and unexpected changes in relationships. I help adults find meaning and direction during these times. Others seek therapy with me to address relationship difficulties, school and career stress, low self...
As a Marriage and Family Therapist Associate, I incorporate cognitive behavioral, narrative, and solution-focused therapy with my wide range in clientele. I love working with individuals, couples, children, and families as my experience has fortunately allowed me to do so! My approach is to meet my clients where they are, making tailored, successful treatment plans for each client in order to...
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Michael is a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC) and Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) receiving his Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Counseling from Geneva College in Beaver Pennsylvania. Mike offers holistic counseling services for those struggling to find balance on a spiritual, emotional or cognitive level. Michael deals with marriage and family as well as mental health issues....
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People come to therapy for many different reasons -- anxiety, relationship difficulties, life transitions, trauma, and more. I believe that no problem is too small or too big to work with in the counseling relationship. Therapy allows us to bring our biggest fears and insecurities to light in a safe place and learn how to accept and deal with them, utilizing strengths we already have and learni...
With Traci Moreno you get the best of both worlds- a licensed psychologist and a life coach. I focuses on helping people succeed and reach their true potential. I'm breaking down the barriers of office walls and shattering the concept of therapy by bringing clients outdoors for their coaching sessions. As the client, you create your own experience. You can choose to do your coaching sessions...
My approach to therapy is one of empowerment and self-discovery. I emphasize working with individual, couples and families in a collaborative environment to help them realize their inner strength and resiliency. With the use of self-exploration and mindfulness techniques clients discover how to overcome and work through the issues or areas of need that are currently affecting them. I place equa...
Throughout my life, I have gravitated towards opportunities to engage with and empower others. Being a therapist gives me the opportunity to help people cope during some of the most difficult times in their lives, as well as celebrate their joys. It’s a humbling experience to be present with people as they navigate their journey. I work primarily with adolescents, adults, and couples. I use man...
As a young therapist, I am in the unique position of understanding the challenges that come with aging in our current global climate and how modern interpersonal roles and relationship dynamics inform how we relate to the world. I view therapy as a collaborative relationship and utilize an integrated approach to psychotherapy that addresses spiritual, mental, emotional and physical wellbeing. I...
*NOW OFFERING NEUROPSYCHOLOGICAL EVALUATIONS* I sincerely enjoy working with children and adolescents who are experiencing various social, emotional, behavioral, and learning challenges. Through comprehensive assessment and targeted interventions, I aim to identify each child's specific strengths and weaknesses, and link assessment results to evidence-based treatments that can support lasting...
Is something getting in the way of who you want to be and from connecting with others? Has something traumatic happened that is keeping you from living life the way you want to? Do you envision a more connected, joyful life for yourself and for your family? If yes, then you are in the right place, already taking the first steps towards your growth and healing. I am a Licensed Professional...
Let me start by recognizong how difficult it is to reach out for help. It's not an easy decision, but you're on the right track. Many times we can feel like no one understands us or what we're going through. But know that there's help for you. I help people experiencing unbearable confusion, pain and stress from relationships. I help those dealing with crumbling marriages, broken families, and...
