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 Social Worker providing individual counseling to adults. My practice incorporates a variety of theoretical models ranging from supportive psychodynamic therapy to cognitive behavioral therapy, to support clients in achieving their desired goals. My approach with clients is always from a strengths perspective as I believe that people are inherently resilient and already...
We naturally strive to make sense of the things that happen to us. With compassionate guidance and support, the effects of impactful events can be transformed. My approach is collaborative, warm and interactive. My mindfulness-based, psychodynamic practice provides a safe haven from which to explore and create meaning of the key events of your life so that you can arrive at a place of balance a...
**Now providing psychiatric evaluations, behavioral assessments, medication management consultations, as well as pharmacogenomic testing to children (ages 6+), adolescents, and adults.** (select insurances accepted for medication evaluation and management, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Aetna, and Priority Health) Providing Child, Adolescent, and Adult Therapy, as well as Testing and Assessments for a...
Are you ready for something to change? I help adults and teens manage and overcome anxiety, depression, family abuse, domestic violence and abuse, and complex trauma (C-PTSD). My practice includes a focus on managing and overcoming anxiety disorders and depression. I also specialize in helping people heal from narcissistic/toxic relationships and families. I provide a safe and compassionate...
Welcome to my profile! I have a Master's Degree in Community Counseling from Kent State University and I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor for the State of Ohio. I have been licensed since 2002 and am actively practicing the profession of clinical counseling. I have specialized experience in treating children, adolescents, and adults with the following emotional health concerns:...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or struggling with a serious health condition? Call or email me, I would love to help. I focus on teaching my clients ways build resilience to stress and get back a sense of stability and calm. If you value genuine emotional support, honest feedback, and new perspectives we might be a good match. I provide treatment that is a mix of non-judgemental emotio...
I view therapy as a process of understanding and healing. Often times we discover that there are parts of ourselves that we do not acknowledge, we cannot acknowledge, because the pain is too great. Finding a balance between acceptance and change, while sustaining compassion, can help us grow stronger.Therapy work needs to be done together, in a safe space, at a safe pace. I have seen the impact...
Having lived in West Africa 13 years, I worked primarily oral traditions and stories. Naturally I was drawn to Narrative Therapy which looks at your story in a unique way. Do you long for connection? You will find that I am Hope Based, Person Centered and I am described as non-judgemental, and compassionate. I provide a place of safety for you to find hope that life has been, can be and is bett...
Thank you for your interest in my practice! I am a licensed clinical psychologist in private practice, serving clients in the Boulder and Denver areas. I am a Colorado native returning home after working in Seattle for 12 years. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with a variety of challenges including (but not limited to) depression, anxiety, chronic illness/pain, stress management,...
I believe in the brilliance, authentic gifts and presence of every person. We are all whole and enough as we are. We use awareness of the relationship of the body, mind, emotions, and, if it is right for you, spirit, with mindfulness, and curiosity, with other effective modalities, to find balance, increased resilience, support, hope and empowerment. What's held inside is given voice and...
As a clinical social worker, I provide therapy from the standpoint of a mentor, teacher, as well as a guide, in order for clients to have control over their treatment. I use an eclectic mixture of approaches, including strength based, psychoeducational, narrative and cognitive behavioral therapies. Meeting clients where they are is what we do best! At this time, new clients are accepted on a ca...
I am a licensed therapist with over 20 years of specialized work with adults. Everyone struggles at one time or another with life challenges and changes. My belief is that each person has strengths and qualities that enable them to cope with difficult situations. My focus is to help build on those strengths, identify solutions and encourage clients to make changes with the goal of a healthy and...
I specialize in working affirmatively with sex and gender minorities and sex-positive communities (LGBTQ*, non-normative relationships, open/non-monogamous, burners, polyamory, polysexuality, asexuality, intersex, BDSM/kink, leather, fetish, gender nonconformity/fluidity, HIV+, HepC+, Herpes+). I welcome clients with issues around minority stress, neurodivergence, depression/anxiety, trauma,...
Are you interested in making changes in your life? Perhaps you've been ignoring feelings for just too long? Maybe you would like to make changes in your life but are unsure where to begin. The desire for change is healthy, but can be overwhelming, sometimes leading to feelings of anxiety, depression and loneliness. My job is to listen to your feelings, concerns and stressors. Not only will I...
I am eager for the opportunity to help you create the change you wish to see in your life. I have assisted many clients with setting new life goals, creating healthy boundaries, build coping skills,provide deep insight, self-awareness and reflection. I want to be your next big support system, I want all my clients to look back ten years from now and remember how my therapeutic services greatly...
