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
Having worked as a LCSW for over 24 years, I assist my clients in identifying the strengths and skills they already possess. Then strive to work with them to find practical skills that fit their lifestyle and are useful in helping them reach the goals they have set for themselves towards a much happier and peaceful life. During my years as a therapist, I have had the opportunity to work with...
I believe that each person has inherent strengths to overcome life's challenges, and therapy can help you tap into these qualities. In addressing issues such as depression, anxiety, addiction, trauma, or strained relationships, I can help you identify your goals and work towards them, in a warm and accepting environment. I have been counseling adolescents and adults since 2009. I received my...
Stop feeling overwhelmed by problems, stress, or family issues! Stop feeling depressed, anxious, or angry! Stop the fighting and arguing! I have helped hundreds of people just like you to raise their self-esteem, find happiness and fulfillment, and learn how to "do" life better. Discover how to communicate with your family in a way where everyone feels heard and understood. Learn how to parent...
It is my hope that my clients learn to notice and understand that therapy is a place for growth, change and healing during life's challenges. I utilize an integrative approach to therapy combining cognitive, behavioral and mindfulness strategies. My clinical approach can help you find new ways of experiencing yourself and approaching life's challenges. I help clients create practical solutions ...
Transcendence; to rise above or go beyond the limits of to triumph over the negative restrictive aspects of : overcome to rise above or extend notably beyond ordinary limits. I offer in-office and online counseling. I am devoted to helping to optimize the mental health of individuals in Montana, and improve access to counseling. Online counseling is a great option to engage in counseling and wo...
I am a licensed professional counselor who has provided counseling services for the past 12 years. I am highly trained and have extensive experience working with children and adolescents and the specific developmental and behavioral issues that emerge in children because of mental health issues and trauma. I believe in the power of the counseling relationship and I have seen through my client's...
Therapy is a process of growth and exploration to increase understanding and clarification of personal experiences. I help individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, and interpersonal conflicts to build self-efficacy and empathy to move forward. I work hard to create a safe, nonjudgmental environment where clients can continue to grow. I specialize in working with teens and families to help...
I am a marriage and family therapist associate who cares deeply about people. I am invested in helping my clients discover themselves and cultivate fulfilling relationships with others. I have many years of experience working with children ages 3 to 21. I believe that if children can receive the help they need when they are young, they will be better-equipped adults. I also have experience work...
Relationships. Whether it be with family, friends, colleagues, romantic partners, or with yourself, our lives revolve around the connections we have with others. When any relationship experiences tension or discord, it can cause struggles at home, school, and or work. Often, this struggle leads to feelings of anxiety and depression. After you have exhausted your solutions, it's time to turn to...
Are you happy? Do you have questions that you just can’t seem to answer? Is there a feeling of disconnection or distraction? Do you feel like a spectator in your own life? These questions and many more face us all…. maybe more succinctly put …. Are you living your best life? As a counselor, coach, and mentor, my passion is helping you and your family answer that ultimate question with a resound...
The process of psychotherapy can be both strange and difficult. You have already taken important and brave beginning steps in deciding to seek out information about therapy and potential therapists. Should you and I decide to work together, I will place great importance on the building of a strong and stable relationship, so that we can work in an open and trusting way. Taking a stance of warmt...
I believe in the power of connection and relationships. Many times in our lives, we come into places where we get stuck, feel disconnected, and wonder about our place in this life. This can look like depression, anxiety, disconnection, broken relationships, or more. I usually work with my clients from a Restoration Therapy based approach. However, I value client collaboration and believe in...
I believe that growth and change come about through compassionate understanding. Whether you are currently struggling with issues related to your relationships, a lifecycle transition, or good old stress, I will work with you in an empathic and non-judgmental way to help you address the issues that you bring to therapy. Whether working with individuals, couples or families, I help my clients in...
I strive to create and nurture an alliance with individuals and families in our work together, and consider myself honored to be a part of my clients' support system in their journey for change. I have experience working with children, adolescents, adults, and families in a variety of settings from high-risk crisis situations, to inpatient substance abuse rehabilitation centers, to outpatient...
Therapy is an opportunity for you to gain insight, find hope, and make lasting change. I am committed to creating a safe, comfortable space to empower you to develop increased awareness around your unique experiences and emotions and process what may be contributing to you feeling distressed, alone or in conflict. I am always striving to promote interpersonal strength, vitality and overall...
