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 so glad you have taken the first step to better health and wellness. I am a trauma specialist with over ten years in the field and I specialize in working with adults struggling with PTSD, domestic violence, sexual abuse/trauma. I am a certified clinical trauma professional who believes in a collaborative and strengths-based approach to therapy. You are the expert on you and together, we w...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker at Lilyfield, Inc. I am a trained Trust-Based Relational Intervention (TBRI®) Practitioner. TBRI® is an attachment-based, holistic, and trauma-informed intervention that is designed to meet the needs of children who have experienced complex developmental trauma. I am also trained in other counseling modalities, including Integrative Treatment for Complex...
( English | español ) I am a Psychotherapist with a passion for helping people live well! I am so thrilled to help you on your journey with therapy. Life just turned upside down. And now you are looking for online therapy. For something to help you stay sane in this crazy time. You may be worried about your job or money, figuring out how to work from home, how to take care of kids home from sch...
I am a licensed Master Social Worker at Choices Counseling and Consulting. Working with clients, I take a person-centered, strength-based approach. I like meeting clients where they are and helping them to set up practical and tangible goals that make the most sense to them. I believe one's true self is embedded in authenticity and compassion, and one's life flourishes through embracing who we...
What I value most is an authentic connection with my clients so that we can work collaboratively. My goal in therapy is to help you improve your quality of life when you are having difficulty with high levels of stress, anxiety and depression so you can learn to express your true, authentic self. Together we will can begin to unpack and explore the areas that feel hard to manage alone. Over tim...
Do you find yourself trying to control outcomes in your relationships only to be met with more things to control? Do you feel the need to hide certain behaviors from the people in your life who care about you? Have you turned to alcohol, sex, gambling, pornography and high-risk behaviors to try to prove to yourself that you are capable, powerful and worthy of respect? Have you been wondering wh...
I specialize in counseling for children and adolescents, ages 10-18. I treat a variety of issues common in today's children and teens including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, OCD, social skills deficits, anger management, behavioral difficulties, grief, adjustment issues, and relationship difficulties. I help families to communicate more effectively in order to achieve positive...
Feeling down, hurt and alone causing you to feel frustrated and drained, let me help. I understand that it is very difficult to ask for help as we often feel we can do this on our own. I have been helping people for over 20 years and I would love to have the privilege of helping you achieve some peace and to reach your goals. I will work with you to obtain relief from internal or external pain,...
You are beautiful, you are loved, you are creating yourself... let's embark on the journey of unfolding the best version of YOU. I sense your pain/ struggle; together we'll create the process of your healing and growth. I worked with clients at all developmental stages and issues - from crisis, trauma, special needs, adjustment, to managing clinical intensity mental health disorders, loss, fami...
After 24+ years of practicing in community mental health agency settings and supervising and training clinicians, I am transitioning into private practice in order to more directly serve individuals and families who are struggling with issues of functionality, relationships, identity, self-esteem and other manifestations of life challenges. I have extensive experience working with trauma, mood...
I've received over three years of specialized training at Michigan Medicine Department of Psychiatry, which included a 2-year fellowship. My specialty is in working with young adults and their families to navigate the turbulence of adolescence and early adulthood. Additionally, I have the training and skills needed to work with adults who struggle with anxiety, including OCD, depression, and...
(I am currently not taking clients) Hello, I am an Independently Licensed Part-Time Online Therapist who is a retiree of the U.S. Army. During my time in service, I practiced as a Clinical Social Worker in which I developed a passion for serving others during times of crisis. I bring knowledge and therapeutic experience from a variety of settings that include trauma, sexual assault, addiction...
I believe that all of us can become stuck or get out of sync from time to time within our daily life. We usually try to remedy the situation ourselves, but sometimes we need help or even just a different perspective. I take time to get to know each person and understand them before we talk about interventions and the work a client has to partake in. I primarily use cognitive behavioral therapy,...
Hello! For some people, possibly you, anxiety and stress are getting in the way of your life. Anxiety can sometimes turn a mild situation into a crisis and can push you towards making decisions you don't truly understand. It is common for people who suffer from anxiety to feel as though they are constantly doubting themselves or the people around them. Sometimes anxiety can feel like you are ju...
As a therapist, I am dedicated to making the most of each session with my clients and value your choice to be in this journey. I strive to develop a respectful and trusting relationship creating a strong base for my client's journey, no matter what their age, working with young preschool-age children through adults. Making the decision to open your child, yourself or your family up to counselin...
