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 for 40 years with people who want to find balance in their lives and who have inner turmoil and conflict in relationships, work and mind and body. I tailor our work toward the uniqueness of each individual in my practice. I utilize comprehensive Energy Psychology, other various therapeutic approaches and traditional approaches including talk therapy to treat traumatic stress,...
We are welcoming new clients now & can help schedule your first session within a few business days with one of our expert providers at Makin Wellness! Do you worry all the time? Is it hard for you to turn your thoughts off? Would you like to enjoy the present moment, but feel like it's impossible because you are so focused on the future or past? So many people live their lives filled with negat...
I understand that for many, therapy can feel like a last resort to deal with everything that life throws at us. I believe, however, that it is actually the first step towards a less painful and more fulfilling way of living. I also respect the challenges involved in engaging in the therapeutic process and am committed to making sure my clients feel safe, secure, and supported throughout our tim...
Counselors at Inspire have expertise and training working with clients with mental health needs, disabilities, Autism, Blindness, Non Verbal and Assisted Technology. We offer Play Therapy, Sand Tray Therapy, testing and much more. We also work with families, adults, and teens. Call us today to schedule an appointment....
Everyone comes to psychotherapy with a unique set of concerns; thus, every course of psychotherapy is different. Part of my role is learning how I can be helpful to you in particular. In general, I view therapy as a place for increasing self-awareness. Often, we don't fully understand why we go about our lives as we do--and why we have the difficulties that we have. Without adequate...
Do you feel like life is not worth living? Have you lost a loved one and see no happiness without them? It can happen with death, suicide, or divorce. Do you feel like a failure, ashamed of yourself and are angry with yourself because you cannot change? Do you feel that you are not like others and can do nothing about it? You are likely depressed. Have you suffered a trauma - rape, auto acciden...
Many people find themselves feeling sad, overwhelmed, stressed, lonely, isolated and anxious. You may find yourself trying to cope with an illness, relationship troubles, body image, the death of a loved one, low self-confidence, divorce, anger, poor self care, shame, guilt, substance abuse, or other feelings. These issues can significantly impact your quality of life. The focus of my practice ...
"Our action may be impeded... but there can be no impeding our intentions or dispositions. Because we can accommodate and adapt." -Marcus Aurelius My name is Justin Johannson, a person-first cognitive therapist, welcome to my profile! It is my belief that with enough self-awareness, wisdom, and calculated direction, no challenge, obstacle or struggle is insurmountable. Whether you are someone t...
Do intense, persistent, overwhelming feelings or thoughts leave you feeling emotionally or physically drained? Can you be surrounded by people, but feel misunderstood, isolated, or alone? Are you lacking genuine connections or looking to enhance the quality of your current relationships? Have you ever wanted to change somethings and find despite your best efforts you keep repeating the same...
APT Counseling Services provide children, adult, and family counseling psychology and human services. Dr. Pass-Turner utilize highly skill techniques and strategies that promote empowerment and personal growth. Dr. Pass-Turner is a doctor of counseling psychology who has worked in mental health for 23 years with behavioral and emotionally disturbed children, adults, families, and offenders. She...
Welcome! Choosing a therapist can feel overwhelming, so I offer a free 30 minute "meet and greet" to help you determine if I am the right fit for you. My approach is collaborative and strengths-based, and I take an active role in helping clients improve aspects of their lives that are causing distress, whether due to challenging relationships or difficult circumstances. Overall, I hope to help ...
As both a licensed professional counselor and marriage and family therapist, I work with individuals, couples, and families dealing with a variety of concerns. My goal is to meet you where you are at, and ensure that your experience in counseling is one that is both safe and comfortable. I want to be able to create a safe space filled with empathy and warmth. Together, in this space we can form...
Do you desire more mastery over your life, but don’t know where to begin? Perhaps you feel anxious, depressed, or overwhelmed, but don’t know why? Tired of striving to reach society’s unrealistic standards of beauty, career, and relationship? Therapy can help you move past these stuck-spots and become the person who you were always destined to be. In our work together, you can expect to identif...
Are you experiencing the pain of not feeling like you can be your authentic self in the world? Have you felt alone in trying to explore your sexual orientation or gender identity? Have you experienced a life transition that has left you exploring who you are amid changed circumstances? Are you experiencing anxiety or depression that is preventing you from truly being present in your life?...
I have been practicing since 2012 in the field of trauma and substance use. I empower families to find the strengths within each of them and work on changing their focus to strengths instead of weaknesses. I practice positive psychology, EMDR, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, art therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy as well as play therapy to engage families and individuals in healing. I embrac...
