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
We believe that focusing on wellness instead of illness is an important part of counseling. We do not believe in simply giving advice, but rather walking with the client through their concerns, helping them to build upon their strengths, and building a larger toolbox of coping skills to manage their unique situation. Our backgrounds include helping individuals ages 3 through late adulthood who...
Now offering video and phone therapy from the safety and comfort of your own home. I firmly believe that we all have the ability to create meaningful, happy lives for ourselves, even in the face of adversity. The quality of our experiences is determined by the meaning we give to them. Our time together will be aimed at fostering insights into your inner world - your beliefs, emotions, thoughts,...
3/20/2020- Hi there. We are taking a limited number of new clients via video sessions. We are all taking good care of ourselves and hoping you are doing the same. A few reasons our clients come to therapy: 1. "I'm tired all the time" 2. "I'm frustrated." 3. "My supervisor doesn’t know what he/she is doing!" 4. "I overthink everything." 5. "My partner does not listen to me.” There are many, many...
Dr. Margret O'Reilly received a Psy.D. in Clinical Psychology from Adler University-Chicago, (August, 2014), an APA accredited program. She earned her M.A. in Counseling Psychology with a concentration in Art Therapy from Adler University in (August, 2009), and trained at The University of Chicago Comer Children's Hospital. She completed her pre-doctoral internship at Primary Care Psychology...
I provide psychotherapy services to individuals, couples and families in a comfortable and confidential setting. I offer a personalized approach to treatment with a supportive, collaborative and interactive style. I treat a wide range of challenges, including depression, anxiety, social isolation, medical illness, infertility, substance abuse, grief and loss, life transitions, goal setting and...
My life experiences introduced me to a multitude of diverse cultural learning opportunities. I have experience working with trauma, depression, anxiety, eating disorders, grief and loss, LGBTQ affirmative, issues of entertainment industry and creative arts, aging and relationships. I gravitate mostly towards the Psychodynamic and Positive psychology theories, tailoring my approach individually ...
Let's get to work. Psychotherapy is a collaborative process that encourages self-exploration, growth and personal development. Your experience of therapy is as unique as you are and I strive to create a personalized approach for each client to address your specific challenges. As an LCSW, I attend to the various dimensions of the human experience- mind, body, spirit, and relationships. I...
Every journey begins with a single step...and you don't have to walk alone. I have worked, for over 19 years, with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families from all walks of life, facing a wide variety of challenges and concerns. I provide a safe, caring and comfortable environment for you to explore your concerns, as well as solutions. Realizing the body, mind and spirit are so clos...
NOW ACCEPTING BLUE CROSS BLUE SHIELD PPO If you're feeling stuck, angry, anxious or sad, you're in the right place. I'm passionate about helping my clients bring their lives into focus so that they can sort out what's hurting them, what's holding them back, and how best to move forward. I am a seasoned psychodynamic psychotherapist with expertise in mindfulness. I specialize in adolescents and...
Life can be challenging and complex. At times we are faced with situations that feel overwhelming and seemingly insurmountable. Trauma can result in a loss of a sense of self and hopelessness. Engaging in therapy is a personal decision; one that requires commitment and hard work to attain life changes. I believe therapy tailored to meet individual needs can facilitate increased self-awareness...
I work individually with adult women of all ages. My goal is to support the whole person by encouraging use of her strengths to discover new possibilities in life, and to identify and question thoughts and behaviors that aren't helping her move in a positive direction. Acknowledging the past yet focusing on the present, we collaborate to build resilience and flexibility for facing life's...
I believe the counseling process needs to be tailored to the needs of each individual and the client-counselor relationship is very important in effectively addressing life situations and emotional pain. My education and experience has prepared me to counsel individuals, couples, and families. I have spent several years gaining expertise providing mindfulness based counseling (Hakomi) to client...
I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, and I can help you overcome various challenges that you may be facing. I specialize in helping adults and young adults navigate their thoughts, feelings, and emotions in a healthy and productive way. I have assisted many people with private and personal issues while maintaining high standards of confidentiality and privacy. I am also able to provid...
As a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for the past decade, I provide personalized therapy to individual, couples, and families who are looking to improve themselves, their relationships, and their communities. At heart I am a lifelong learner and a creative. My specialties and expertise lie in the integration of creative endeavors as part of the whole of a mind-body innovative approach to...
I welcome humans from all walks of life who are interested in creating a safe space dedicated to exploring themselves and their relationships. I work in a dynamic and engaging way, collaborating with my clients to create goals, examine behavioral patterns, improve communication, and support authentic self-expression. I was trained by Queer legend Dossie Easton, co-author of "The Ethical Slut" a...
