For individuals experiencing chronic diseases, mental health issues may arise throughout their illness. Getting the diagnosis of a chronic illness can be devastating, confusing, and scary.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions take many forms for patients dealing with chronic diseases. Counseling can include support groups, where people can interact with others going through the same thing. It also may include psychoeducation, where therapists help people learn more about anxiety, depression, or another mental health issue they may be experiencing. And traditional talk therapy is an option where counselors engage with patients and help them work through emotions.
People with chronic diseases may experience daily pain or discomfort, leading to mental health issues such as anxiety and depression. Counseling for chronic disease management addresses each person’s unique situation and considers the details of their experience. Techniques therapists could use include mindfulness practices to manage anxiety and pain, examining thought processes that may be unhelpful to mental health and physical recovery, or family therapy to help the family process the changes.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Chronic Disease and Illness Management
Feeling stuck in old patterns? Wishing that your life was different? Therapy can help you look at your challenges and find a new ways of seeing yourself and your strengths. Thor (yellow lab and co-therapist) and I provide a non-judgmental, safe, and compassionate place to look at the challenges in your life: whether that be living with cancer, depression or anxiety, parenting challenges or heal...
There are times, when we need an open minded, non-judgmental external support person who offers strength based, empathetic, and solution focused interventions. I offer support to survivors of traumatic experiences, individuals who have experienced a loss or separation from a loved one, as well as those suffering from depression and anxiety. Emotional pain is as common as physical pain, and can ...
Do you or someone you care about feel worried all the time? Do you or a loved one feel sad? Are you struggling with a difficult relationship? Do you have low self-esteem? Do you have a chronic health condition? Do you need to learn helpful coping skills to manage life's difficult challenges and transitions? My passion is working with adults to help them feel happier, more confident and sociable...
It's late night and you can't sleep...again. Worry, fear, & feelings of sadness are overwhelming. Whether it's due to relationship problems, anxiety/depression, PTSD/trauma, substance abuse, co-dependence, or other issues -- you're looking for something to fill the emptiness...to calm your fears, and help you cope. I believe that self-directed skills can help healing & wellness. I use...
Do you want to transform your life? Do you long to live in a way that’s more vivid, poignant and meaningful? Are you hungry for an authentic connection with others? It’s the key operating systems that run us when we are making dinner, interacting with our family and tying our shoes. Perhaps you are ready for some new ones? Sometimes it takes life falling apart for us to become ready to seek a n...
I specialize in working with children, adolescents, individuals, couples and families. As a Marriage and Family Therapist and Art Therapist I utilize a variety of techniques to provide coping strategies to help with the challenges you are facing and help you reach your goals....
Since 1970 I have walked with many persons, couples and families who need supportive, fresh ears and eyes, a compassionate heart, wise experience and holistic perspective regarding life's challenges, transitions, burdens, growth points and life choices. I learn each one's story is unique and may offer the opportunity for new meaning and purpose. I seek to know and connect with each one I am...
I have been in practice for over 20 years helping adolescents, individuals, couples and families finding understanding, perspective, skills and hope in over coming the challenges of life. I am a general practitioner with experience in many areas of emotional and mental health issues. I am naturally a warm and inquisitive person. I am a good listener and use a variety of modalities to help in...
I understand the challenges an individual, couple or family face as they age; illness, dementia, declining physical health, relationship changes or the loss of a loved one. This all too often results in depression, anxiety, caregiver fatigue or a feeling of being alone or lost. Together, we work on understanding the issues at hand towards a feeling of living life, not just existing to deal with...
I believe it requires a great deal of courage to seek change through therapy, and am honored to be a part of this journey with my clients. I evaluate each client and their specific situation from a holistic perspective, and consider my approach to therapy to be patient-centered, trauma-informed, and relationally-oriented. I have particular interest in treating those with eating disorders, eatin...
If you’re struggling with gender identity or sexual orientation and the fear of loss, or judgment from your friends, family, or community, I can help. Therapy is a safe and supportive place to explore who you are, what your needs are, and how to get to a place that feels comfortable to you. I have experience working with individuals who identify as bisexual or pansexual and non-binary or...
Feeling alone, confused or overwhelmed? Anxious or depressed? Struggling with an emotionally unhealthy relationship or having trouble establishing a fulfilling, intimate one? Not realizing your personal or professional goals or reaching your potential? Psychotherapy with a highly trained, experienced professional can provide a safe space to deal with these and many other issues and facilitate...
Are you going through difficult changes in your life? Divorce, relationship problems, illness, career uncertainty? Feeling depressed, anxious? Having age-related problems? Memory, fear, adjustment, grief? Have you had bad experiences you can't get over, that haunt you, or keep tripping you up? Do others notice that you're different? Do you feel different to yourself; feel that your life is just...
I am a seasoned mental health clinician with nearly 40 years of clinical experience, and specific treatment interests in the areas of mood disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders, grief and loss, substance abuse and sexual disorders. I am fluent in Spanish and will do everything in my power to help you maximize your full life potential. I have a Master's Degree in Clinical Social Work from t...
I know first hand that healing from trauma and "the dark nights of the soul" are not only possible, but hold within them a gateway to more Love and Joy. No one goes through life without pain. Yet how we address our pain will make all the difference in how deeply we suffer, how resilient we are and how much we grow from these experiences. I will infuse our collaboration with loving acceptance,...
