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 seasoned and mature psychoanalyst offering patients an in-depth therapy experience with the goal of very real change. I see most all late adolescent and adult patient populations. I offer several specialties including psychoanalysis, psychotherapy and supportive counseling. Please note that I have extensive experience treating post-traumatic stress disorders and dissociative disorders. I...
When you don't feel like yourself anymore. You might find yourself acting almost like a different person: snapping at loved ones, feeling threatened, sleeplessness and nightmares, anxiety or depression... It can be confusing and uncomfortable. It can feel like there is a line between two worlds of "you before" and "you after". It's hard to know when you can fix the problem yourself, and when to...
Our mission, at Abegglen Counseling, is to bring caring, compassionate, culturally responsive counseling to all, regardless of race, gender, and income. The providers at Abegglen Counseling understand that making the choice to see a therapist is not always easy so we work hard to ensure every client feels safe, supported, and validated when they are working with us. Abegglen Counseling vows t...
I provide counseling, strategies and tools for overcoming life's obstacles and creating better days for individuals and couples. So many times, dealing with life stressors can become overwhelming. We want to feel better. We know we need something...we just don't know how to get there. My strengths are to help others change negative patterns, communicate more effectively, and make better choices...
Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, making a life transition, experiencing loss or feeling stuck, it requires looking at your whole self! I have over 30 years of experience ranging from working in hospice and bereavement care to assisting older adults and their families as a Geriatric Care Manager, as well as being a Certified Integrative Health Coach from D...
I am an experienced clinician who has been practicing social work for 20 years. My areas of expertise include: depression, anxiety, aging-related issues, adjustment to illness/disability, caregiver stress, transitions, and grief and loss. I use a customized approach when working with clients, utilizing my experience with cognitive-behavioral practices, psychodynamic work and supportive counseli...
The decision to seek counseling can often bring up a lot of anxiety, but I believe it can also be the beginning of a positive, productive, and transforming experience. I am committed to creating a safe and trusting relationship with my clients so that they may feel supported and heard. I work with people who come with a range of concerns including depression, anxiety, life transitions,...
I have a true passion for working with clients to get to the root of stressors and life issues so they can grow. I offer not only my clinical training but also my own varied life experience in the "together work" with women, men, college students, teens and people from various cultures and ethnic backgrounds. Clients frequently express their belief that I understand what they are going through ...
Do you feel stuck, stressed out, anxious or sad? Are you struggling with difficult feelings or having a relationship challenge? I can help. Life can be difficult. The good news is: your pain doesn't have to last forever. Things may feel like they'll never change, but it's never too late to heal (I've seen it countless times). Little steps lead to big changes and sometimes getting started is the...
Most people could benefit from therapy. I've worked with an enormous range of people, from those looking to make subtle shifts and build insight to those struggling to manage profound, chronic difficulties. I think there's a potency in the therapeutic relationship that draws things to the surface and something penetrating and lasting that can come from taking on the hard things in life with...
Are you and your spouse or partner having a hard time communicating? Does your marriage or relationship need a tune up? Are you going through major life transitions that you need help sorting through? Have you been struggling with stress and anxiety that is affecting your daily life? Are you currently a caregiver and feeling overwhelmed? Have you had medical problems or a chronic illness that y...
As a clinician with over 12 years post-graduate experience, I have found the greatest indicator of therapeutic success to be the relationship between the therapist and client. My goal is to create a safe and supportive environment where we can collaborate together on a treatment plan. While I have extensive experience treating Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety, Depression,...
https://www.dspsychotherapy.org --- Dripping Springs Psychotherapy Directory is an online resource that profiles licensed mental health professionals providing therapy services in Dripping Springs and the surrounding areas. The purpose of this directory is to connect community members seeking mental health support with a local therapist. Psychotherapists listed on our directory provide therapy...
Are you looking for a different way to do therapy? One that focuses on your body, mind and spirit? Do you want more meaning and satisfaction in your life? Would you like to feel more connected to yourself and the world around you, more alive? How would it be for you to come back home to yourself and listen to the wisdom of your body? The way through our challenges and struggles is to meet them...
NOT CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Recognizing your strengths, even if you haven't seen them for a while or have never acknowledged them, is important in overcoming any problem you are facing. It is my job and my pleasure to help you identify your strengths and gain life-long strategies for happier living. People often become more hopeful and find that the therapeutic process is very helpful. ...
