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
Life can be messy. It’s full of change and transitions that can lead to feelings of uncertainty or anxiety. You may seem OK on the outside, but inside you're stressed, feeling stuck, and full of self-doubt. You don't have to figure this out on your own. My passion is helping individuals identify their strengths and reach their full potential. With a combination of counseling and coaching...
*TELETHERAPY available! I have been "seeing" many of clients over the phone or videoconferencing for several years. My purpose is to meet my clients where they are and help navigate tough transitions together. We work through releasing pain, rewiring thought patterns, and rising up to create more meaning and fulfillment. I particularly enjoy working with motivated, achievement-oriented...
Everyone has a story. Our stories say something about who we are and how we manage life, how we get our needs met and how we relate. We all have the same basic needs for love, acceptance, connection, significance and purpose. Life can be full of joy and laughter, and at other times there can be deep hurt and sorrow when we need someone with an understanding heart and mind to join us in our...
I enjoy working with clients ages 18+. I have received special training working with individuals struggling with changing problematic behaviors, cycles, and thoughts. I also work with clients struggling with challenging issues such as Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression. I go beyond traditional "talk therapy". My goal as your therapist is to teach you the tools you need to...
I offer clients a safe space to better understand their thoughts, feelings and behavior. As a licensed clinical psychologist, I provide a warm and compassionate environment guiding my clients through handling daily life stressors, better managing relationships, and addressing specific mental health concerns. Through my training, I tailor treatments by drawing upon evidence-based strategies that...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker whose approach to therapy is relational, collaborative, strengths-based and somatically oriented. My goal when working with clients is to co-create a safe space where a relationship of trust and openness can be established and clients can feel valued and seen. I believe that in a safe and supportive environment, vulnerability can be transformational. I am...
Beginning therapy can feel daunting. I work to provide a safe and secure place for you to feel comfortable and begin to gently explore what's keeping you stuck or feeling hopeless. I believe that empathy, acceptance and authenticity are the the keys to building a trusting therapist-client relationship. Together we will explore patterns that are no longer working for you, or preventing you from...
As we enter the later stages of our lives or struggle with complex medical issues, we often face some of our most dreaded fears. Life as we have known it changes and now includes threats like losing independence, loved ones, financial insecurity and many other challenges that can be overwhelming. Especially with social distancing regulations in place you may feel alone in these struggles. It’s...
I graduated with my bachelor degrees from Stony Brook University as Valedictorian for both Psychology and Sociology. I went on to receive my Graduate Degree in Social Services with honors from Stony Brook University. After graduation, I sat for my licensing exam and earned my Social Work License. I worked to help others through the difficult processes associated with various ailments; such as M...
Mind and Body Counseling Associates is accepting new patients. We are Reno's cutting edge counseling service providing a variety of psychological services to our patients in a beautiful, relaxing, and non-judgmental environment. It is our belief that the mind and body are inextricably connected. Using that concept as our foundation for healing, we approach each individual by assessing your...
I work with adults going through difficult times, who may be experiencing anxiety, depression, or the effects of past trauma. Many of my clients feel disconnected - from themselves, their family and friends, and from the parts of life that make it meaningful and joyful. When we restore these connections, we find that improvements in other areas are soon to follow. I am an EMDRIA certified EMDR...
I am a licensed psychologist providing services to children, adults, and families, including individual, family, and couples therapy. I specialize in helping individuals when dealing with anxiety, depression, coping with chronic or acute illness, divorce (including parenting through divorce), autism spectrum, encopresis, and relationship issues. I strive to support individuals while also...
Inhale. Exhale. Now, get started on your wellness. I have 26 years of experience working with anxiety disorders, grief, depression, and life transitions. Helping you to thrive one session at a time in a safe, non-judgmental setting is my goal. I have evening appointment times available. I consider it a privilege to help people help themselves. My skills also include working with individuals who...
* Please note, I am not currently accepting new clients. Change is part of life, but nobody said it would be this hard. You are feeling stuck, overwhelmed, and listening to those negative thoughts playing in your head. You can’t stop judging yourself or figure out how to do things differently. Possibly life took a turn, such as death, illness, trauma, or relationship difficulties. Or a transiti...
Over years of professional practice, I have developed a thoughtful approach in providing therapy for children, parents, adolescents, individual therapy for adults. I am passionate about helping teens and adults who struggle with the experiences of PTSD, General Anxiety, Depression, Grief, Autism and other difficulties in adjusting to the growth of life. Specialties consist of Experiential Play...
