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
Let's work together! In these dark and complicated times, our lives and culture are more complex and stressful than ever before, often taking a toll on our relationships. This is often the motivation bringing clients to therapy because the relationship with ourselves, our loved ones, our community, and the world powerfully defines whether or not we feel safe and satisfied with our life. I'd lik...
There are times we come to when we need some support. I am honored to sit with individuals during these times to work on whatever struggles you may be going through or pain you have endured. I enjoy listening and hearing about the personal journeys of others and believe it is important to address the needs of the entire person. My goal as a therapist is to assist you in overcoming your challeng...
Life is a journey filled with moments of beauty but also with trials and tribulations that we must navigate. At times, walking through the challenges alone can leave us with fear, sadness, doubt, and insurmountable anxiety that others cannot seem to understand. I would be honored to walk beside you in your journey and offer assistance in dealing with some of the obstacles in your path. My...
23 years with a dynamic client base from: substance abuse, to burn survivors and their families, burn care professionals, to individual suffering with chronic disease. Philosophy: Each of us is under individually dynamic circumstances have experienced traumatic; medical, emotional and physical events, resulting in anxiety, depression, PTSD, Etc. The understanding the of the psychological aspect...
It's tough to be struggling with relationships, mental anguish, or a crisis situation and to feel like there's no one who cares or who can listen the way you need to be heard. Maybe you feel stuck in repeating patterns, or feel hopeless, or feel like you will never be able to recover from a traumatic past or present. I know that people can change and heal. I have seen it in myself and others. W...
Online therapy, encrypted and secure, is temporarily available for people who can return to my Oakland, CA office as conditions change. INDIVIDUALS (couples below): Do you find yourself feeling on edge before a big presentation, or hanging out with friends? Are you waking up in the middle of the night with your to-do list going through your mind? Is your anxiety causing you to second-guess what...
Lorraine awakens suddenly almost every night, a few hours after having fallen asleep, a racing heart, dizziness, and a fear that she's going to die. Although she's shaken all over, she hasn't a clue why. After many nights of getting up and pacing her living room floor in an attempt to gain control over herself, she decides to see her doctor to find out if something is wrong with her heart....
If you are dealing with depression, anxiety, medical stressors or any related frustrations, I am here to support YOU in working through the daily struggles that come your way. It isn't an easy journey and many in your life may not understand how to help you. I will give you the support and understanding that you are looking for. I have experience working with kids, teens and adults who suffer f...
Are you ready to start feeling better? You don’t have to do it alone. You’re here because you’re ready to take a step in your journey to wellness. You've got big dreams of living a happy, purpose-filled life. With my help, you can bridge the gap between real-life challenges and mental wellness. Together, we’ll create a results-oriented game plan to get you from where you are now, to where you w...
Almond Tree Counseling is a private home-based counseling service established to respond to the mental health needs of homebound adults and seniors. We have found that there are many people who are not able to make it to an office due to illness or other limitations and would welcome having a counselor meet them in their home. Our Goal at Almond Tree Counseling is to partner with you to address...
Understanding the dynamics behind the repeating processes in your life, whether they are symptoms or undesirable patterns, is the first step for meaningful and durable change. I work with both adults and children who have different forms of anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, or stressful life transitions. I also work with children who present with developmental or behavioral issu...
As a therapist, I work to create a space without judgment where clients can learn, heal and grow. I work with people living with life transitions, chronic illness, burn, grief, loss and other traumas with compassion, while acknowledging the unique experience of each person. Every client I meet comes with their own set of gifts, challenges, supports and dreams. No one tells the same story as...
Everyone has times when feelings of being disconnected, sad, angry, overwhelmed, or anxious, get in the way of achieving happiness and growth. I can help you get back on track. My goal is to provide a respectful, caring and supportive environment. Together we will identify your strengths and build new strategies to deal with obstacles, so that you can lead a more satisfying and meaningful life....
Educated and trained at Stanford University, UC Berkeley, and within the Veterans Health Administration, my work targets issues including depression, anxiety, challenging life transitions, and chronic pain. I have specific expertise in working with young adults (ages 18 and up), older adults, and veterans. I use a Cognitive Behavioral (CBT) approach tailored specifically to each client's needs,...
As a body-centered practitioner, I bring a holistic, mindful approach- somatic, experiential and collaborative. My aim is helping you access wisdom and resources already existing in your body, heart, mind; blending them with new information and experience for a new way forward. Through various modalities, I'll help you deepen self-awareness; explore, study, discover, choose, embody and express...
