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 therapist trained to listen, nurture and work with you. This might be repairing relationships, healing from trauma, recovering from addiction, managing anxiety or depression. I see clients both face to face in my office as well as online within the state of Texas through HIPAA-compliant confidential video. Clients come to therapy when life is not working. Joining with a therapist allows...
Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or sad? You are brave to reach out for help. I'm here to support you in moving forward. I truly believe in the therapeutic process and am continually inspired by the progress my clients achieve to create more fulfilling and joyful lives. In addition to office appointments, I offer video counseling, where we communicate through live video in the privacy of you...
Helping you understand the root of the problem while working towards healing, in a safe and warm environment is a focus of my therapeutic model. This helps positive change become possible. You may be experiencing worry, self-blame, judgement or feeling not as happy as you would like. Do you want to feel better, but are unsure of what steps to take, or if the change is possible? These feelings m...
Within each of us is the potential to create the lives we want. We all have passions and dreams. My focus in working with each client is to help manifest these goals, moving them toward a rich and meaningful life. I am a psychotherapist in practice since 1999 serving adults, older teens, couples and families. I focus on enhancing well being and moving into action. My work is based in mindfulnes...
I especially enjoy supporting individuals who seek counseling settings that are comfortable, approachable, practical and feel like the approach is customized to them. Possessing a broad base of experience, I enjoy working with individuals and couples ages 14 through adulthood on issues of anxiety and depression associated with trauma, chronic illness and disability. Additionally, I provide supp...
Finding, developing, and living our best self is an essential piece of life. I believe everyone has the potential to succeed and prosper, no matter their life story or their life challenges. I work closely with my clients to develop trust that fosters growth and healing. I help you understand how past childhood and life experiences have an effect on your current functioning and work with you to...
If you have been reflecting on your life or current relationship, and words such as "stuck," "frustrated" and/ or "confused" describe how you feel, now might be the time to consider therapy. If you are simply struggling to understand how you feel about important areas of your life such as your relationship, work, and yourself, therapy can help you to clarify how you are feeling. A common belief...
Having a positive quality of life is challenging when life suddenly changes. When these changes happen it can be difficult to understand why they are happening or what the future holds. Together we will develop strategies and coping skills to work through your current challenges and help with any future concerns. Together we will identify your positive characteristics and traits to help work...
If you are experiencing issues related to depression, anxiety, relationship problems, work concerns, if you want to experience a more positive sense of yourself, I can support you in addressing your concerns while learning the skills necessary to create a more fulfilling life. I am a bilingual licensed psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with adults, parents, and children. ...
I appreciate your interest in my practice. I am a psychologist with 35 years of experience working with college students and adults with a range of mental health concerns. I am active in sessions, with a strong focus on our collaboration: your goals and your progress are the keys to our work. I use evidence-based cognitive and behavioral therapies, including Dialectical Behavior Therapy and...
Sometimes life seems to pour stress and anxiety onto us from a bucket. My specialty is helping you get back in the drivers seat. Creating the life you want by aligning values with time. Helping you show up in the world in a way you can feel proud of. Having a full balanced life is an option. When we feel overwhelmed and are living lives full of chaos it is difficult to see that change is possib...
As I see it, the primary role of a counselor is to serve as a mirror to help reveal what the client hasn't yet been able to see-especially those patterns of relating to self, others, and the environment that might be causing suffering. At the same time, the counselor is there to reflect, affirm, and strengthen the client's unique gifts and talents.One of the biggest impediments to healing, grow...
**Not Accepting New Clients Right This Moment** I work with dynamic women and men who want to do big things with their lives yet experience mood and health challenges that keep them from fully realizing their potential. I help them get centered, balanced, and healthy so they're happier, more vital ... and more fulfilled. I work with the "highly sensitive person" who struggles with self-acceptan...
Let's get talking! Taking the first step and reaching out for help is huge, you made a big decision in getting better. If you prefer to stay in the comfort of your own home tele-counseling and email counsel is available. For those that continue to enjoy face to face counseling, we are located in a very convenient location in Mountain Home, Idaho. I have been working in mental health since 2003...
Welcome. Therapy is a place to reflect on your life, relationships, and behaviors. It is a place, free of judgement and biases where you and I will work together to understand what motivates your choices and behaviors. We will discover your unique goals and individual path to a more peaceful and fulfilled life. Together, will work towards change by managing unwanted thoughts and behaviors and...
