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 with years of experience working with LGBTQI children, adolescents and adults using an anti-oppressive framework. I provide individual counseling services. I am also available for clinical supervision to clinicians who wish to improve their skills working with trans, GNC and NB clients. I have clinical expertise in areas including: coming out, trans/queer...
I specialize in using an integrative, mind-body-spirit approach to help individuals get back in touch with their own inner source of wisdom, creativity, and empowerment. Reconnecting with the deeper parts of yourself is often the key to overcoming challenges and moving forward again. Therapy offers a safe, nonjudgmental space to explore what is troubling you, as well as ways to heal and grow th...
I believe that therapy begins with the building of a strong, honest, and collaborative relationship. Through the creation of this alliance, it becomes possible to discover a client-centered focus for treatment and to engage dynamically in the therapeutic process. I see therapy as a space for healing and growth, co-created and nurtured by both client and clinician. My practice is psychodynamic,...
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unhappy? Perhaps you've had some recent challenges. You used to be able to handle it all, but lately it hasn’t been as easy. Are you eager to feel better, but not sure where to start? I’m here to help! I know it can be a little scary to start therapy and share your challenges with someone you just met. I totally get it! That's why I provide a compassion...
Is there hope for lasting change? Together with the client/couple, we focus on lasting change, healing, and insightful meaning. I offer a supportive counseling relationship that respects and honors the individual. I ensure that each person feels heard and understood. We explore coping strategies that make sense of the pain and difficulties in relationships, unhealthy patterns, depression, anxie...
If you are looking for acceptance, understanding, and an authentic, compassionate perspective in therapy you have found it. I am passionate, flexible, curious, non-judgmental and open in my work. I have found this helps me connect with the distressed, anxious, uncertain and yes "HOPEFUL" person that has taken the great leap of faith in seeking help for their child or for self. My practice...
Welcome! I imagine you have found yourself here because you are struggling during these difficult times. Whether it be anxiety or depression, I am here to support clients through telehealth sessions at this time. I am continuing to utilize EMDR and Somatic methods to help clients manage stress, current and past trauma. Somatic and EMDR therapy is an integrative and relational approach to workin...
Having a trauma-informed lens in therapy means recognizing that some of your difficulties (symptoms) may have their roots in trauma. Our brains and bodies are deeply influenced by those experiences. When we acknowledge, understand and reframe our traumatic experiences, we can get unstuck from patterns that no longer serve us. Through our counseling, we will identify your symptoms, how they form...
Life can be challenging. Transitions, relationships and life events can cause anyone to feel unsure. The most resilient person can sometimes struggle. I have been privileged to provide therapy to individuals, couples and families to the East Tennessee community for 30 years. I have worked in a variety of environments including UTK, a mental health center, a community college and two local area...
Want to feel whole and at peace? I specialize in the art of returning to a place of emotional calm, abundant self-worth, and the gentle sense of power that comes when you live in full connection with your whole self. I support clients to get free from the baggage of the past, make friends with their emotional world, and create more secure connections with those they care about. If you feel...
I have extensive experience working with men and women seeking support with anxiety, compulsive behaviors, and addictions, as well as individuals wanting to address the impact of traumatic or distressing life experiences. In our work together, you will find a safe space to be honest about your struggles. I respect the courage it takes to reach out and ask for help and in return I offer empathic...
Have you endured a painful or sudden loss? Are you experiencing tremendous difficulty adjusting to death, illness, or other significant life transition? Do you feel scared- or even convinced- that things will never improve? Have loved ones tried to reach out, but you don't feel like they understand your situation? There's a good chance that you are tired of "being strong" or tired of feeling...
Bilingual psychotherapist Spanish speaking. Over 13 years experience working with bariatric weight loss, trauma, sexual abuse, anxiety, depression, grief, and much more. Individual, and family counseling. Hola hablamos su idioma por favor comunicarse con nosotros al número indicado para sus necesidades psicólogicas gracias. Friendly and warm approach for those seeking support when no one else c...
A note to my clients who identify as Black, Brown, Indigenous, Asian, LBGTQ+. I am Anti Racist and an ally. Working together I hear and respect your story, I know you are Personally impacted by systemic racism and discrimination. The minute you pick up that phone or send an email requesting an appointment there is courage realized. Sometimes our world shrinks when we are feeling sad or hurt and...
You may be feeling overwhelmed by a recent turn of events--the death of a loved one, a bad break-up, becoming a parent, changing careers. Or perhaps you're struggling with more longstanding issues--low self-esteem, for instance--that you've tried to resolve on your own but just can't get a handle on. I enjoy helping people weather challenging transitions as well as see their longer term issues...
