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
Unfortunately, the stressors of life are unlikely to go away; it's part of the human experience to face change, illness, loss, disappointment, frustration, and anger. While we can't make these challenges disappear, we can learn to relate to them in a new way, one that allows for acceptance, compassion, and appreciation for the present moment. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Dance/Movemen...
I have an extensive background working with children, adolescents, and adults, providing psychotherapy. I have worked in a variety of settings including private practices, community clinics, and residential treatment centers. With specialized training and experience in different theoretical approaches including psychodynamic, mindfulness, cognitive-behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy,...
Maria Droste Counseling Services in a small non profit, outpatient mental-health counseling and holistic therapy agency. We have been serving the South Shore, Greater Boston and Metro-West communities with compassionate care for since 1992. We offer individual, family, marriage, and couples therapy. Maria Droste Counseling Services provides low-cost and at times no-cost mental health and holist...
I am a NY state licensed clinical and school psychologist with more than 20 years of experience (as a therapist, educator, administrator, researcher, author and clinical supervisor) providing services to children, adolescents and adults with a wide range of concerns. Psychotherapy provides a safe, supportive space in which to gain insight and develop skills to manage difficult emotions,...
I joined the Lincoln Behavioral Health Clinic team in 2017 as a Licensed Mental Health Practitioner and a Licensed Professional Counselor. I have practiced as a counselor since 2013 when I graduated from Doane College with a Master of Arts degree in Counseling. My theoretical orientation to counseling is grounded in person-centered, existential, cognitive-behavioral, and strength-based methods....
Whether you find yourself struggling with relationship issues, stress, depression, anxiety, divorce, remarriage, postpartum depression, blended family concerns, adjustment to life transitions or coping with grief and loss, I will assist you in realizing your own unique strengths and individual qualities that will allow you to evolve toward your ideal level of functioning as well as develop skil...
I love helping with the messyness in life that challenges us existentially, the experiences that cause us to pause, and perhaps even rewrite our life story. Are your "issues" related to your relationship with you? Are you struggling to accept yourself and your past experiences? Are you having difficulty with accomplishing your goals? Would you like more fulfilling relationships? Are you ready t...
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As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have over 15 years of experience working with with children, adolescents and adults in a variety of settings. I have a special interest in working with individuals who have a history of trauma. I take an individualized, holistic approach with each of my clients, using a mind-body-spirit approach along with the creative arts, symbolism and narrative...
I offer free initial consultations; I believe that finding a good fit with a clinician is the key to a successful therapeutic relationship. The main tools I use are honesty, humor, compassion, consistency, and constant positivity. I often say that I can find the silver lining in any situation and I work hard to share this gift with people. I enjoy working with people to find their strengths and...
Welcome and Thank you for visiting my page!! I have 18 years of experience , empowering women,children and families to attune to their hearts and create a meaningful life.Whether you have been impacted by traumas or life events that have created a sense of imbalanced, self -doubt or negative patterns of behavior, healing is possible. In addition, I have provided psychotherapy for adults and...
It takes courage to take the first step to participate in therapy. I begin my work with a focus on relationship building as the therapeutic relationship is essential to a successful therapy experience. I believe it is critical to view clients from a non-judgmental perspective, and recognize that each individual is capable of obtaining a meaningful life. I provide a safe space for clients to...
We all go through challenging times and it takes a great deal of courage to face these challenges and move forward. My passion is working with adults of all ages who may be struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, addiction, a life transition, a loss or an illness. I work with each of my clients to identify tools and strategies that they can use to address these difficulties, feel better, and...
I bring 30 years of counseling experience to my work with individuals and couples. I have worked as a counselor in a wide variety of settings including pastoral counseling, private practice, a drug and alcohol residential treatment center, and a community mental health center. I am a counselor because I want to help people rebuild their lives out of the rubble of life's storms, help people rais...
Danika doesn't just sit back and listen! She was uniquely trained to use evidence-based treatment strategies that promotes overall health and well-being. Dr. Zivot knows that health is impacted by multiple interconnected dimensions such as physical, mental, and spiritual well-being. She works together with each individual to address the well-being of the whole person. Danika helps her patients ...
