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
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience as a psychotherapist. I received my degree from The California School of Professional Psychology. I also earned a Masters degree in Health Psychology. I have worked with a wide variety of issues including addiction, life coaching, pervasive mental illness, chronic pain, family issues, mood disorders, grief, life transitions ...
I believe that the therapeutic relationship is at the core of any clinical work. My work initiates from a client centered stance and infuses principles and techniques from psychodynamic, cognitive behavioral, and eastern theories and philosophies. Human beings need to be seen, to be heard, to have a sense of connection, and to have a sense of belonging. It is my deepest privilege to offer a...
Hello! Thank you for taking the time to learn more information about Pike Road Counseling. At PRC, we strive to create a warm, welcoming, and therapeutic environment for everyone. Our goal is that when you come, you experience a sense of peace and hope, and leave feeling refreshed, with renewed energy to tackle whatever you are going through. We want to help you feel more equipped for positive...
Trauma manifests in many forms including difficult childhood experiences, sexual assault, abusive relationships and through various life transitions (divorce, pregnancy, postpartum). These life experiences can negatively shape the way you view yourself, your relationships and your interpersonal world. I can assist you in overcoming the effects of trauma to create a more fulfilling, hopeful life...
It's normal to experience negative emotions, but when those negative feelings start to overshadow our lives, impacting our ability to enjoy life or connect to those we love, we need help. Navigating life can be challenging. One of the most rewarding parts of my work is to help uncover unconscious thoughts, beliefs and patterns that may be getting in the way of the life you want and deserve. I a...
Sometimes in life you hit the bump in the road and need help to navigate in a new direction. Transitions are easier when you have support. This is true for adults, as well as children. Over the past 32 years I have helped many children,parents, adults and couples become their best self by exploring what helps or hinders this process. I am trained in multi-modal therapy, which looks at each pers...
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I have been a therapist for 18 years and love what I do! I am a strengths based therapist and believe in my client's ability to make positive changes in their lives. I provide Psychotherapy to treat depression and anxiety through coping skills, life coaching, and addressing relationship concerns. I also provide trauma treatment through EMDR. EMDR is a powerful intervention and I have seen first...
In working together, I will help you identify themes and patterns of feeling and thinking that create barriers to having healthy relationships and preventing you from living life to your fullest potential. I emphasize meeting you where you are at and expanding in ways that are attuned to your needs and your experiences in your social context. I aim for a therapeutic relationship that allows for...
Are you a parent of a child with autism? Having difficulty balancing life and managing difficult thoughts and emotions? Feeling crippled by anxiety, or struggling with a chronic health condition? I am keenly aware of these challenges and have devoted my life to helping people get unstuck from distressing thoughts, emotions, and actions that are draining the joy out of life. My goal is to help m...
Once you have made the decision to seek therapy, the next step is to find the "best fit" therapist for you. My goal as a clinical psychologist is to assist each client on his/her journey to personal success. I've helped people make positive and meaningful changes in their lives by assisting them to work through feelings and change unhelpful thinking and behavior patterns. Thus, assisting client...
Mental health issues can leave us feeling inadequate and alone. Often these health concerns complicate relationships, interfere with our goals, and alter our self-perception. If you are an adult committed to confronting the struggles of anxiety, depression, and trauma, I look forward to working with you. With a collaborative, empowering approach, my aim is to equip you with the skills and suppo...
"Maturity is not the absence of struggle, but struggling well" said author and psychologist Larry Crabb. As a counselor I desire to safely engage with clients' stories-which include both joy and struggle-and work together towards hopeful and lasting change. With over 20 years' experience helping people improve relationships and marriages, confront depression and anxiety, or face emotional and...
I specialize in working with adolescents, couples, and adults. Clients I work with may be struggling with emotional pain; such as; anxiety; depression; grief; life stressors; conflicts with relationships and/or trauma. Often, my clients struggle with physical pain; such as; acute or chronic pain or illness. The most important part of therapy, is the therapeutic relationship and involves working...
Everyone experiences rough patches at some point in their life. During these difficult times it is hard to remember the good parts of one's self or of one's relationships. My goal in therapy is to provide a safe, nonjudgmental place to explore and discover the strength and insight one needs to heal and find joy. I know seeking help in tough times takes an amazing amount of courage. This is a...
