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
Finding the right therapist is important. I approach therapy in a warm and relational way, and believe confidentiality and non-judgmental responses are crucial to creating a safe and trusting space. I know it can be hard to open up and start the process, so I make sure my client's feel comfortable to talk about the hard things and share about themselves authentically. Many of the situations I h...
Welcoming new clients! With a focus on clients struggling with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, dual diagnosis and mental health issues including psychotic features associated with bipolar and schizophrenia. I have been licensed over 20 years as an LMFT and most recently working with the chronically mentally ill. I have a desire to help alleviate the pain you are experiencing and provide...
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The focus of my practice is to create a safe and accepting space for individuals and families to work through life's challenges and strengthen resiliency skills. We may not have control over all of our circumstances but we each have the capacity to develop healthy skills to cope with adversity. I believe healthy attachments are a critical part of healing, particularly with children and...
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS. Are you feeling sad, angry, anxious or finding it hard to participate in daily activities? Have you experienced something traumatic? My passion is to help people identify and resolve issues hindering their daily life. I tailor my methods to each individual client based on their wants and needs. I currently work with adults who are seeking to improve an aspec...
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Belen Martinez, Psy.D. is a licensed clinical psychologist who has extensive experience providing English and Spanish individual, group, and couples psychotherapy to adolescents and adults of all ages. She has worked with individuals from diverse populations and cultures, with a wide range of concerns. Dr. Martinez’ approach to therapy is collaborative, authentic, empathic, active and caring. S...
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Due to everything taking place in society, I can offer teletherapy by telephone or by video-format. As a psychotherapist, I will provide a warm and safe environment, while giving you my 100% best effort. Please feel free to reach out, I'm more than happy to provide quality assistance in times of distress. I believe that we can work together as a team in order to overcome whatever issues that yo...
Most of us want to live our best life, yet so many of us feel like we can’t quite get there. Something always seems to be standing in the way. If this is true for you, maybe this leaves you feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected or critical of yourself. Maybe you are struggling with past trauma or addiction issues that just won’t let go. You’ve tried talk therapy. Maybe you’ve even tried 12 s...
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