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
Thank You for your interest in my practice and taking the first step to healing and wellness. I specialize in assisting others with healing from the effects of trauma, eating disorders, and other problems in living (anxiety, grief, and depression). I believe that each individual, family, and community can heal from trauma, and other associated issues, to reach our full potential and live a valu...
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I work with experiences of trauma, problems of love and intimacy, relationships, sexuality, family dynamics, career/academic life direction, persistent forms of psychological distress, and more. The desire to do psychotherapy often raises the power of unanswered questions. Why am I suffering like this? Why do I encounter the same difficulties, over and over again? What do I want out of life, an...
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Megan Mountcastle is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) and Coach that helps her clients develop a healthful lifestyle that works for them while reducing anxiety, stress, despair and depression. Drawing from her client's strengths, she uses humor and realism to help her clients reach their goals, increase their confidence, reduce unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, and identify...
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I bring years of experience to my practice, which began in 1995. My work with people includes trauma recovery, parent/child issues, grief and loss, PTSD, ADD, disability issues, LBGTQ, depression and anxiety. I work with children and adults, individuals and couples. I utilize a variety of therapeutic approaches, which includes; EMDR and Internal Family Systems (IFS). In my work with individuals...
I am dedicated to creating a safe, warm and positive space for processing to occur. I strive to enhance your strengths while guiding you to grow, heal and accept aspects of yourself. I believe the therapeutic journey is a collaborative process and I focus my interventions to meet your needs. Please do not hesitate to reach out for general mental health concerns if you think we would be a good f...
My experience (over thirty years) includes working with children, adolescents, adults and couples. I have extensive training with renowned members of the field, and am suited to work with anyone who is struggling in their current life and would like to see positive change. I have an expertise in treating adolescents, the impact of divorce on children, parental counseling, trauma and working wit...
Thank you for taking a look at my profile. Choosing to engage in therapy is an opportunity for growth and change. In my practice, I strive to meet you where you are and help illuminate your path a bit. The focus of my therapeutic work is within the relationship and the belief in your autonomy and ability to empower yourself. With trust and respect, we can work together to explore areas of your...
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well-being. We believe that we all desire to be healthy, healed, and whole, but life can get in the way. At times, events can overwhelm us with happiness and hope or sorrow and hopelessness or just lead us to want to numb our feelings in any way we can find. Life can be beautifully messy and...
