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
Welcome to my profile! You may feel tension between who you are and what the world wants you to be. There are certain expectations of you and at times, it feels like the world is on your shoulders. Feelings of sadness, anxiety, low self-esteem and frustration keep boiling to the surface. You want to confide with your family, friends or a significant other but you just can’t. You can’t share thi...
First, I want to say welcome and recognize your courage in seeking therapy. As a licensed clinical social worker in Campbell, I work with adults, teens and children who are seeking support in their personal or professional lives. My goal is to offer clients a safe place to talk openly, sort through concerns, and examine patterns and behaviors. Together, we can work to strengthen communication,...
( English | español ) *Online appointments available.* I specialize in college students struggling with anxiety, perfectionism, isolation/loneliness, and/or low self worth. I work best with those that have historically felt "missed", misjudged, or marginalized and have internalized an unhealthy pattern of self-criticism. Your transformation and healing in therapy will come through consistently ...
Therapy is most effective when it is customized to meet the needs of the individual and incorporates flexibility, authenticity, and a touch of humor. This occurs within a therapeutic relationship where there is trust, openness, and warmth. I believe in the inherent resilience of people and view therapy as an opportunity to build on the strengths we naturally posses. My therapeutic style is...
I specialize in the diagnostic assessment of developmental, social, emotional, and learning concerns in children from toddlerhood through adolescence. I also work individually with children and adolescents as well as with caregivers who are looking for advice or who wish to consult on an area of concern. In addition to weekdays, I offer evaluations one Saturday per month for families who need m...
**Currently Full** Experiencing trauma/painful events at any age may cause us to feel overwhelmed, unsure, self-critical, anxious, or hopeless. These feelings can then create difficulties in managing our behaviors, our thoughts, and our relationships. I know many of us have tried for years to figure things out on our own and that seeking counseling takes great courage. I respect and honor the...
I strive to help individuals struggling with distressing emotions, dysfunctional relationships, uncertainty, and the overwhelming demands of life. I see a wide range of clients, including those suffering from anxiety, depression, low motivation, relationship issues, and trauma. In therapy, I will help you to develop an understanding of how past experiences influence your current struggles. As y...
**Accepting New Clients** Research shows that the number one key factor to living a long life is directly related to one’s feeling of connectedness with others. Yet, a quarter us feel as though we have no one to talk to. It’s biologically imperative to know that we belong, matter and feel seen and heard. Therapy helps people (sometimes for their first time ever) to feel understood and have thei...
Recovery Dreams & Hopes/Counseling and Wellness Center, we help you define and take a clear path to a happier, healthier life. RDH offers person-centered, quality addiction treatment services in a supportive environment, through individualized goal- driven treatment. The philosophy is based on the understanding that addiction is a disease that affects the entire person: encompassing the body,...
Christine Carrothers is a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with adolescents, young adults, and adults from a trauma informed perspective to gain healing and wellness. Christine's focus for providing quality care is to establish a safe space for clients to do their best work at learning self care, positive self image, and safe boundaries. Christine utilizes an eclectic approach with...
An ideal client is an individual struggling after a series of inopportune life circumstances. They need someone to both offer validation and support and give them tools to successfully navigate life again. I have 15 years of individual and group counseling experience. I use Cognitive Behavioral and Client centered treatment modalities for anxiety, depression, panic, Bipolar, ADHD, OCD, eating...
Starting therapy can be intimidating but you are not alone. I aim to create an environment that allows for my clients to feel safe and supported in their efforts to better themselves. I believe that self-compassion is of utmost importance and I aim to help my clients recognize their strengths as well as identify their personal struggles and pains. I believe that the most growth occurs when we...
Do you find yourself wondering why you can't seem to get a grip on this "new normal"? Perhaps you were struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, or substance abuse before the world turned upside down, and now you're just trying to hold on. Plus, our relationships are both more strained and more important than ever, but it's hard to turn to them when they are struggling too. This pandemic and...
