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
Jennifer Silvershein, LCSW specializes in supporting individuals who experience self-doubt, difficulty in relationships, anxiety, eating disorders and low self-esteem. Jennifer helps her clients to recognize and make the changes necessary to create a life they love. Through several years of clinical experience, Jennifer has found that therapy is most effective when grounded in understanding,...
All of us have crisis points in our lives, times when it's hard to know what to do and where to turn. Whether you are experiencing depression, anxiety, marital or relationship conflict, an estrangement from an adult child or other family member or grief over the loss of a beloved person or pet, I am here for you. My approach is gentle and down to earth. As a therapist, I provide a safe and cari...
Do you have trouble sleeping due to constant worries, low motivation or interest in activities, feel down and negative almost daily or have stressful family relationships? I am a licensed clinical social worker with 19 years experience. With compassion, calm and warmth, I treat adults of all ages struggling with depression, anxiety and grief due to illness, life transitions, and loss of loved...
NOT ACCEPTING NEW TELETHERAPY PATIENTS AT THIS TIME. Discouraged, overwhelmed or frustrated by your child or teen's behavior? Do you often second-guess your parenting decisions? Is your child struggling with social, emotional, or academic difficulties? I will support, encourage and empower you along your parenting journey. I am a child, adolescent, and family psychologist licensed to practice i...
Compassionate, resourceful, therapist who can assist in any area of self, family, home, school, work, and community. Licensed Professional Counselor and Licensed Occupational Therapist in Michigan. Over 38 years of combined experience working in mental/behavioral health rehab, alcohol/drug rehab, medical/physical rehab, and industrial/vocational rehab. "Biopsychosocial-spiritual" approach to...
I view my clients as unique individuals. I help them identify their strengths and build on them to solve their core concerns. In my practice, bolstering a client's motivation for change is important. I provide accountability and support during the tough times--knowing that we all have challenges and choices in our lives. I am very well suited to working with LGBTQi persons and those with all...
Life present with many challenges, emotional, physical, relationship, career and loss to name a few.. I focus on your presenting issue to provide the skills you need for change. I can help you with the support you need and use a Solution Based Approach with Cognitive Behavioral Interventions. Your right to happiness is vital . I am committed in helping you . At our Center we are a group of...
I have over 20 years of professional mental health experience ranging from in-home family counseling to employee assistance programs. I use an eclectic approach to treatment planning designed around the client's needs and preferences rather than a one type fits all. I am experienced and proficient at treating families struggling with their children's behavior. I connect well with teens and adul...
I am here to assist you in realizing your potential. Everyone has tough transitions throughout life and I am experienced at maximizing your coping skills to get you to the other side. I have several specialties including: relationship concerns, trauma, abuse, grief & loss, depression, anxiety, panic attacks, anger management, limited coping skills, emotion regulation needs, obsessive compulsive...
You don't have to do this alone. TogetherWell was born out of a strong belief that opportunities for healing and growth are significantly enhanced by the connection you feel with your therapist. It is only in a safe, collaborative partnership between client and therapist that you can freely explore old patterns, develop new emotional skills and strategies, strengthen supports, and create lastin...
( English | עברית ) When we change ourselves we create change in our life and relationships. Therapy is a journey of self discovery to develop intimacy and create meaning in life and relationships. Gain new understanding and fulfillment. Through exploration of your past and present I will help you develop nurturing relationships with others and with your empathetic genuine self; connect with...
Trauma and stress have an emotional, psychological and physical impact. I see clients who are experiencing PTSD, Psychogenic Non-Epileptic Seizures (PNES), chronic pain, illness, addiction and despair. All of these issues can be addressed; when I see my clients heal from trauma, I see them flourish in all areas of their lives! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, Board Approved Licensed...
Helping people has always been a passion in my life. I have been in private practice for over 10 years. I have a very peaceful office located in Coral Gables. I mostly use a client centered approach, in which each client is empowered in obtaining their desire life changes within their familial and social network. I consider myself eclectic in that I will use the Therapy that best suits the clie...
Change can be difficult - I can help. Are you or a loved one struggling with a life change that is causing distress? Are you dealing with a difficult medical diagnosis, or are you a caregiver for an ill or elderly family member? Perhaps life has thrown you some difficult situations and you need help sorting them out. As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker certified in Oncology, I have worked with...
If you are feeling stuck, grieving, going through a change and/or confused, it can help to talk with someone who is objective, yet supportive. At times, transitions bring us to a critical juncture or a cross road. Sometimes, it is a shift and at other points it is a moment of truth. Whatever the case, you are not alone and it is possible to develop a sense of effectiveness. Although outcomes va...
