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 offer a mindfulness-based, trauma informed approach to individual and couple therapy. I provide a gentle, safe & nonjudgmental space to explore emotions, painful memories, relationships, losses, and patterns of behavior which feel limiting or self defeating. Trauma work can help integrate lost parts of self to relieve anxiety, depression, anger, health concerns & PTSD. I work with survivors o...
Throughout our lives, we carry within us the voices, the gaze, acceptance or disapproval, the expectations, and the praise or criticism of those who have raised us and occupied our lives. Therapy can help us discover and clarify these powerful experiences and grow in our understanding of how they motivate us, giving us freedom to make more authentic decisions in our daily lives. I view therapy ...
I specialize in working with teens and adults who have experienced sexual abuse and other forms of trauma, as well as anxiety, depression, night terrors, and challenging life transitions. I provide a warm, and nonjudgmental space for people to experience growth, healing, and freedom. When hurtful or distressing things happen to us, our internal system immediately tries to stop them from happeni...
It is time to change your life and change the world around you. Depression, anxiety, and fear do not have to be in charge. Now can be your time. When you are tired, anxious, and need support we are here to help. Working together as a team we promote change and growth. We offer supportive and productive therapy to people who are dealing with hard emotions and past trauma. These days it feels lik...
Hello. I am Alexis and I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Work practicing in Virginia. I have over twenty years of experience working with clients of all ages in a wide range of settings including: inpatient psychiatric hospitalization, outpatient care, in-home, school and residential. Most of my experience has been working with individuals who struggle with grief, anxiety, depression, self-esteem,...
Christin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of Pennsylvania. She obtained her Master of Arts degree in Marriage and Family Therapy from LaSalle University in Philadelphia, PA. Christin began working in the field in 2012 with a focus on couples and drug and alcohol abuse. Christin has experience with both individual, couples, family and group therapy. She works often with...
Counseling is more than sharing feelings, it is a collaborative exploration and solution-finding that empowers the client to learn how to manage life stressors. My counseling style is warm, empathetic, honest, and direct. You can expect it to be goal-oriented with plenty of space for processing emotions. We will work together to facilitate positive change in your life and relationships. I use a...
If you are looking for a change in your life this is it. We all have seasons in our life where it is are hard to manage, hard to deal with and hard to figure out on our own. Sometimes we just can't cope with all the challenges of daily life and need someone to help navigate and offer a fresh new look. Doesn't matter what you are looking for, we can problem solve it together and get you feeling...
Are you or your child struggling with difficult emotions or self-defeating behaviors? I can help. I offer mindfulness-based counseling for adults and teens, and non-directive play therapy for children. These approaches have proven to be effective at increasing self-awareness and self-acceptance, and creating lasting changes in my clients’ lives. If you’re ready to commit to such a process, then...
I practice a holistic model focusing on addressing body, mind, and spirit. Clients I see often come in wanting to decrease feeling anxious or depressed. Other issues I commonly address are managing navigating transitions, managing chronic pain and illness, supporting sobriety and getting unstuck from problems in relationships or work. I strive to support clients in building lives that are...
Throughout my career I have worked with a wide range of people with varying presenting issues. Many of my clients need help addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition issues and relationship issues. I find it has worked best to connect with client's by building a relationship which allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your needs. Every person is unique, we will work...
NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS Whitley helps her clients identify goals and work through a specific treatment plan focused on meeting those goals. In working with Whitley, clients will learn coping skills and strategies to understand the interaction between thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. At the end of therapy, you will have the ability to tackle challenges like you are your own therapist. Whitle...
I believe individuals have the answers they need within themselves; they just need assistance accessing those answers. I recognize the difficulties with seeking counseling and will actively collaborate with you to realize your goals. Together we will identify what is and is not working for you and develop tools that increase your well-being. I am experienced in assisting individuals with...
I am inspired by transformation, by the possibilities, freedom, and implications of deep personal change. I’ve seen it in myself and my clients. Moving from stagnation to aliveness, from isolation to love. I’m honored to work with you on your path of healing, self-discovery, growth, and transformation. In my work we build bridges to support the process of transformation. For some people that ma...
Do you find yourself becoming overwhelmed by anxiety? You may notice your chest feels tight and your mind races from one thought to another. At times we can be our own worst critic. Anxiety sometimes interferes with a person’s ability to connect with others or to feel safe while in public places. I provide a non-judgmental approach in therapy, while utilizing evidenced-based practices, for peop...
