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
It takes courage to seek help when you are hurting. Life can present obstacles and challenges that feel overwhelming, and you find yourself in foreign territory. The story of your life has lost its meaning. Prior solutions result in unsatisfactory outcomes or worse, despair. My goal is to meet you where you are and provide a warm and caring environment in which you are supported. I believe in a...
Hello. My name is Lawanda Williams and I am an LCSW-C based in Baltimore City. I have a deep commitment to the city and the strength that resides within its people. I have been a practitioner for over 10 years, working with elders, children and adults seeking recovery from substance use and mental health issues. I specializing in serving individuals experiencing homelessness and people managing...
If you've struggled with trauma or dissociation, you might feel very alone. When the world feels like too much & people can feel unsafe, it's hard to share what's inside. Especially if your inner world feels like too much too. On top of that, if it's chaotic, scary, or numb inside, figuring out who you are, what you want, & what's safe might get confusing. It's painful to feel alone, unsure wha...
Do you want to gain insight about yourself and your relationships? Are you looking for strategies to manage painful emotions, stress, or anxiety? Many of us are never taught how to prioritize our mental health, or we feel stuck when we encounter difficulties. I view therapy as a tool to learn more about yourself, develop healthy coping mechanisms, and gain more agency in your life. I attempt to...
An atmosphere of safety, genuine empathy and respect are vital for your counseling experience to lead to life change and optimal mental wellness. If you are experiencing difficulties in your life, whether relational, social, or psychological, Christian counseling can provide you with the necessary tools to help you attain personal insights, make decisions towards life changes, and obtain person...
I offer counseling that incorporates a variety of techniques, including dialogue and coaching, mindfulness-based approaches, sound healing (sonotherapy), yoga breathing, creative writing, and meditation. I specialize in supporting you through general life stressors, emotional challenges, depression, anxiety, spiritual/religious issues, eating/weight loss, and grief. If you are struggling with...
As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor (LMHC), I have been intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) by Behavioral Tech LLC and certified by the International OCD Foundation (IOCDF) to provide Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and other anxiety related disorders. I see clients individual in private practice and currently co-lead DBT skills groups (Adult) with DBT...
Hello, it is wonderful to connect with you! I want you to know that whatever life challenge is in front of you now, I believe there is hope. My desire is to be able to listen and encourage you during this season of life. I want to foster a relationship of trust in order to promote a life change that you can feel passionate about. I attended McDaniel College Masters program and then I have worke...
I appreciate how difficult and scary it can be reaching out for help, but you have already taken the first step by visiting my website. With my warm, non-judgmental and understanding approach, I will help you on your journey to understand the difficulties you are facing. I work with adults to successfully reduce stress, anxiety and depression; strengthen friendships and relationships at work an...
I believe strongly in helping people move forward in their lives by recognizing their strengths and helping them solve their problems. I am an action oriented psychologist with both business and healthcare experience. My form of psychology is not to merely listen but identify problems and developing a plan of action. Often problems are based on transitions which are difficult for everyone. By...
Some kind of pain, whether physical or emotional, is unavoidable in life, but why suffer when you can reach out for help? Sometimes life throws us curve balls, like a cancer diagnosis, or the loss of a job or loved one. I've helped many clients learn more positive ways of thinking and coping with many kinds of problems. You don't need to live a life in emotional pain, you deserve to have...
Whatever has brought you here, I've no doubt it's an opportunity to create something better. I can help you release old, painful patterns that go nowhere, so you can create the life you want. Or, If you're on your knees in transition or loss, I can support you through it. I'm an enthusiastic catalyst for you to be a game changer in your own life! You can rely on my 25 years of experience and wi...
Therapy is a great way to learn new skills and to gain insight about the issues that are keeping you stuck in life preventing you from achieving your full potential. Are you experiencing anxiety, panic attacks, depressive symptoms and feeling overwhelmed with life challenges? Are these symptoms impacting your relationship, social/family life or work? Are you motivated to work on your issues and...
I am interested in treating individuals who feel emotional distress. This could be from anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and social/relational issues. Many people engage in dysfunctional coping strategies that only produce short-term relief, but actually perpetuate the distress. This ultimately makes them distress intolerant. I am interested in motivating my clients to manage their distress m...
I'm in practice 30 years, providing evidenced based treatment for children, teens and adults. My specialties are depression and trauma. I use an insight-oriented approach to reduce symptoms and support well-being. My award-winning books on depression highlight my expertise in this area - and I bring a personal knowledge of mood disorders to my work. In addition to my practice, I'm a senior adju...
