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
For over 25 years I have provided social work services and mental health counseling for adolescents and adults. Practice setting experience includes inpatient, partial hospitalization, intensive outpatient, community mental health, medical case management, group homes, and private practice with individuals, families and groups. I hold a Bachelor's of Social Work degree from Messiah College and ...
Feeling down or sad? Anxious? Do you feel alone no matter what you try? Frustrated? Angry? Disgusted with your body, yourself, or your life? Confused by your teenager or partner? I offer individual, couple, and family psychotherapy & assessment services for adolescents (10+) and adults. As a developmentalist, I support individuals, couples, and families interested in thriving, not just survivin...
If you are feeling stuck, overwhelmed or pained, now is a good time to talk with a qualified professional. With over 22 years experience as a psychotherapist, let me help you figure out what keeps you in a relationship, job, life circumstance or mood state that you can not seem to change or understand. With deep compassion, wise insight, and humor, we will figure out a better way of living. I...
Do you find yourself at a crossroads in life, trying to figure out which direction to take? Maybe you struggle with depression or are experiencing anxiety or uncertainty about your choices or relationships. Perhaps you have past hurts, or had a chaotic family growing up that seems to follow into your current life. I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who has provided therapy for over 20 years....
As human beings we are incredibly resilient but weathering the storms of life can be difficult at times without additional support. Counseling can provide an outlet that allows us to explore our pain and gain an understanding of our true Self. I take an integrative, holistic, and trauma informed approach to counseling. Using a warm and open approach, together we will work to discover the resour...
"All you need is the plan, the road map, and the courage to press on to your destination." Those who are suffering from issues related to any major mental health or stress concerns; such as anxiety, CAN regain the direction they may have lost in their life. If you or your child feels lost, I am dedicated to ensure that the individual builds their life back to where it is meant to be. A quality...
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My goal is to help children, adolescents, and adults develop confidence and self-awareness, discover their resilience, and find their voice so they can effectively navigate through difficult life situations, and come out of those circumstances feeling empowered. Growth and improved confidence are facilitated through individual or group psychotherapy in a positive, supportive, environment for...
As a licensed clinical social worker with 25+ years of experience, I provide a warm, yet focused and practical therapy environment tailored to each client's needs. Whether a client seeks help with life's challenging transitions, or specifically clinical issues such as depression and anxiety, I treat the client in a holistic manner. I'm ever conscious of the delicate interplay between people and...
Life involves suffering, sometimes a lot of suffering. If you are at a period of your life and could would like to reduce your suffering, please call me for a no-charge phone consultation. I have successfully worked with people who've had major traumas, veterans, active duty military, anxiety or phobia, especially fear of flying. I have successfully worked with those who are in chronic...
I've had the honor of working with people with a history of trauma throughout my life. PTSD, attachment disorder and dissociative disorders are normal responses to being exposed to Traumatic events. This is the way our brains try to protect us from being overwhelmed. We can get stuck feeling like the world is dangerous or the events are still occuring long after the trauma is over. Trauma...
I Want To Help People Live The Life! (John 10:10b) I specialize in Addictions Therapy; Anxiety; Depression; and Couples Counseling. I have 20 years experience in the Helping Professions as a Psychologist and a Registered Nurse. I have been able to come along side of struggling people and help them get to where they want to be when others have failed!...
When searching for a provider, it is important to find someone who is effective in achieving your therapy goals. As a licensed psychologist in the Dallas area for 13 years, I am committed to helping my clients cope with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, ADHD, divorce issues and loss issues. I offer evening and weekend hours to be available for those who wo...
I am a Licensed Therapist with over 25 years of experience in helping individuals break free from the symptoms of PTSD; trauma; disaster relief trauma; sexual assault; physical, emotional, &/or sexual abuse; domestic violence; depression; anxiety; and substance abuse. We work together in a uniquely effective way assisting you to become free from these mental health symptoms and truly live a lif...
I believe that family life is being culturally stressed. I am committed to working with single parent stressors. I also have a heart for the aging and walking the difficult road or grief and loss. My practice is driven by my belief in self care and becoming your own advocate. I will help you achieve positive outcomes, reaching personal goals through solution focused therapy, where we work toget...
