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 have worked as a mental health practitioner for over 10 years. I began my career working with adolescents with substance use disorders and co-occurring mental health needs in an inpatient treatment setting. I continued working with a variety of populations including homeless and at-risk families with children with mental health disorders. In 2013 I was an intern at the Orange County Health Ca...
As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I aim to integrate mindfulness, acceptance, and change strategies within a collaborative and respectful environment to help my clients reach their goals. I work with adolescents, young adults, and adults, specializing in mood regulation, interpersonal effectiveness, and management of high-risk, self-harming, and suicidal behaviors. I also have a background ...
I have enjoyed working in the counseling field for the past 20 years. I have hospital, school and private practice experience. Prior to counseling, I worked as a registered nurse in the hospital and school settings. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, families, and adults. I assist clients to cope with issues including: anxiety, depression,PTSD, mood disorders,self...
I understand how difficult it is to feel lonely and disconnected in your relationship, whether you've been together 5 months or 50 years. Having the same arguments over and over - without reaching resolution - can lead to frustration and doubting the future of your relationship. As a collaborative therapist, I will help you explore your negative communication patterns in a way that will allow y...
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*I only offer video sessions*Everyone deserves to be treated with respect and compassion. I work with people struggling with a variety of life issues such as anxiety, depression, grief/loss, difficult life transitions, LGBTQ, sexual assault/abuse, gender identity, and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder/Complex Trauma. I use evidence-based therapies with a foundation in Mindfulness (Acceptance and...
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I work with individuals, couples, and families from a systemic, client focused and strength-based perspective. I have worked with individuals with an array of issues as well including anger issues, relationship conflict, grief and loss, as well as trauma. I utilize play, art, CBT, and Narrative therapy to assist in working on all the stuff that bogs us down. Everyone has a story-let's work on...
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I specialize in mental health issues unique to women, with a particular focus on maternal health. I treat women struggling with infertility, anxiety and/or depression during pregnancy and postpartum as well as perinatal loss and stillbirth. All of these issues can leave one feeling depressed, anxious, stressed, lonely and isolated, sometimes even if you already have a great support system in...
I am passionate about helping people find their inner warrior! I am here to help you or your child move through normal developmental difficulties or manage more traumatic life circumstances. If you are stressed out I can help! I offer a safe, predictable, empathetic environment to grow and heal from the inside out. I am dedicated to helping you feel more at peace within yourself. I am a trauma...
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and I specialize in helping people deal with depression, anxiety and addiction as well as coping when diagnosed with life-altering medical diagnoses such as cancer. During this uncertain time of Covid-19, many people are experiencing increased stress and anxiety and seeking a supportive connection online is proving highly effective. I am skilled in the use...
