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
I am currently offering mainly telehealth services due to Covid-19. We can get through this together. Mental health support is available statewide. I have many professional contacts that are also offering telehealth with whom I would be happy to refer you to (if you need someone closeby). I have 20 plus years of experience providing individual, family and group counseling in South Dakota. I am...
Life sometimes has unexpected events that you may need help navigating. I am honored to walk with you along your journey. I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor (NC), Licensed Professional Counselor (SC), a Licensed Clinical Addictions Specialist Associate (LCASA), and a Nationally Certified Counselor (NCC). I graduated from Montreat College, in Charlotte with a Master's Degree in...
My goal as a therapist is to help you foster genuine inner connection, so that you can leave therapy with deeply enriching and lasting personal and interpersonal life. I will help you to get in touch with your emotions, process past wounds, and find your truth and self in the process. Possible Outcomes: internal confidence and assertiveness, decrease in self-criticism and doubt, mindfulness,...
You feel that you are just "maintaining" and "just getting by" the way you have been throughout your life. Thus far it has allowed you to hold your head above water. Now you are beginning to realize (or slowly come to the realization) that it's really not working anymore. Lately, you struggle with feeling understood and are having friction within your meaningful, important relationships in your...
Life can be rough and sometimes our coping mechanisms used in the past just do not seem to be working. Most people find that having a professional, outside of family and friends, can be tremendously helpful in order to move forward. Whether you are struggling with troublesome behaviors, thoughts and/or emotions, participating in therapy can be beneficial. I work to create a safe space for you t...
“Empathy has no script. There's no right or wrong way to do it. It’s simply listening, holding space, withholding judgment, emotionally connecting, and communicating the incredibly healing message of ‘You’re not alone.'"- BreneBrown. I believe we all have the power to heal from painful experiences through genuine connection and development of coping tools. If you struggle with self-criticism,...
Deciding to seek therapy is usually a difficult decision, and it often occurs because there is pain in your life. Sometimes the pain comes from difficulties with loved ones - partners, children, parents -- or from difficulties with life --school, work, career. You may feel anxious, depressed, frustrated, angry, hopeless, guilty or ??? We'll work together to collaboratively find a way to a place...
*I am currently not accepting new clients* I believe we are born as connected and whole human beings but through experiences in life, we can become disconnected both from our authentic self and others, leading to emotional distress, unhelpful thought patterns and behavioral difficulties. By creating a safe and supportive space, I help clients courageously navigate the blocks in their life and...
Hi, I'm glad you were able to make it here. 2020 has shaken our world and kicked up lots of dust we thought had settled in our lives. Many of us are confronting issues within ourselves and our relationships that seemed to be non-issues before. If you're considering therapy, I can offer you a warm, compassionate space just for us - where we can explore your stressors, struggles, and goals, welco...
( English | español ) I use a much-needed and compassionate approach to integrating traumatic memories in order to become fully healed. As your therapist, I would help guide your present self to reconnect gently with your past selves who have experienced trauma. I would act as a bridge-builder between your different selves and allow them kindness, respect, and love. It's a meditative and intima...
You are important! You are worth time and help. If you are feeling overwhelmed, isolated, or traumatized, I encourage you to seek out therapy or phone consultation. Therapy is not a one size fits all bundle, so I practice in an eclectic manner, personalizing sessions and therapy goals. To better understand you, I work from a multicultural and feminist perspective. I truly believe that everyone ...
( English | español ) I primarily work with individuals and couples who want to strengthen their relationship, rebuild trust in their relationship, or gain the clarity they need to make decisions about the future of their relationship. I also work with individuals who feel stuck and limited to furthering their own personal growth. I help couples actively listen to each other's core needs and gu...
**NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I am a compassionate and open-minded therapist, bringing a friendly, easy-going, down-to-earth style that leaves room for both serious discussion and humor. Believing that the client-therapist relationship is a critical component for healing, growth, and change to take place, I strive to create a non-judgmental and supportive environment where clients fee...
I began my journey on Riker's Island as in an addiction's counselor internship in the first therapeutic community within prison walls. I evolved throughout my journey to became who I am today. I am a psychologist, counselor, therapist, educator, presenter, and trainer all wrapped up with gratitude, empathy, and positive unconditional regard for all humanity. I have worked in the addiction field...
"What resist persists!" Are you tired of going it alone? Are you tired of carrying the same baggage around? Perhaps you have seen a few therapists before. Together we can create and keep that change you desire. Help, support and guidance is available! Are you concerned about your TEEN? Parenting today can be overwhelming and challenging as a result of modern pressures, demands, and influences,...
