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
My clients come for help in addressing discomfort or difficulty related to a broad range of issues, such as academic or professional performance, life transitions, relationships, and post-traumatic stress. I provide a warm, creative atmosphere that fosters curiosity in a collaborative process of exploration and growth. Together, my clients and I take a holistic approach to improving the health ...
Seeking a counselor is a step we may take when there are aspects of our lives we want to improve, alter, or simply understand. My approach is holistic and collaborative. I will help you to clarify your goals for therapy, then utilize my role as counselor to facilitate your journey toward increased wellness as you create a future of your choosing. My services are grounded in the firm belief that...
I believe in the innate worth of all people. I am honored to regularly witness my clients strength and resilience in response to life's difficult seasons. By trusting in the therapeutic relationship, creating space for open communication and helping each voice to be heard, I partner with my clients to promote healing, hope and a return to the joy of living a fulfilling and connected life. I ser...
As a relational therapist, I am deeply passionate to support individuals, families, and couples as they navigate life transitions and different experiences that impact connection with oneself and/or with one another. I strongly believe in the power of resilience (capacity to recover from any impact) and finding growth in the midst of challenges. I also believe, that sometimes finding the openin...
WE ARE OFFERING TELEHEALTH THERAPY SESSIONS DURING THIS TIME. Dr. Gervasi has successfully treated many people who want help from trauma, depression or anxiety. Dr. Gervasi has successfully treated PTSD for many years and has multiple additional certifications in combat related PTSD through VA/Dod and certified in victims of violence and rape crises treatment. Dr. Gervasi is an affordable...
Psychotherapy offers a way to identify one’s thoughts, feelings and behaviors that result from life's naturally occurring challenges. This collaborative work encourages self-awareness and development of new ways of being. While I work with people seeking therapy for a variety of reasons, my specialties include mood disorders, relationship issues, and chronic pain disorders. I integrate...
Dr. Shokek is a licensed psychologist with clinical expertise in treating eating disorders, trauma, and depression. Dr. Shokek has been practicing psychotherapy for more than fifteen years and has been in private practice in Towson since 2014. She earned her doctorate from Widener University's Institute for Graduate Clinical Psychology and then completed a postdoctoral fellowship at Sheppard...
The most important need for individuals is to be truly heard. In my practice I place that need before everything else. My goal is to create an atmosphere of trust that allows the client the freedom to share their most personal experiences without fear of judgement. Over the years I have worked successfully with clients in crisis, those who have endured abuse and/or trauma, parents with issues...
Hi, I'm Gayle. If you're feeling alone, overwhelmed, or just plain stuck, you might not want to talk to your friends about it or you might worry that your family won't understand. That's where I come in: I believe in the power of listening and the resilience of people. I can help you dig in, move forward, and get un-stuck! I specialize in anxiety and depression, life transitions, and couples...
I specialize in helping adolescents and adults with various origins and types of anxiety, depression, and trauma, with associated behavioral issues including substance abuse, eating disorder, and other addiction issues. I also work with those with relationship and family issues, sexuality and gender issues, and other social adjustment issues. I value working with clients who strive for various...
I treat young adults, adults, and older adults presenting with a wide range of life issues, needs, and concerns. I focus on maladaptive stress, anxiety, and mood instability stemming from various life situations (academic distress, finances, career, family relationships, personal relationships, and the diagnosis/treatment of physical health issues as examples). I do so by increasing self-awaren...
Choosing to see a therapist is a courageous act; I applaud you for taking this step. Therapy works best when we collaborate. I believe that in working together in an authentic and curious way, we can figure out effective ways to meet your current challenges in a supportive environment. Learning to use wholesome coping skills is a central part of the work we'll do together. In addition to my wor...
Anxiety and depression are heavy and hard to work through alone. But you don't need to do this alone. Sometimes we feel hopeless and worry we'll never be happy again. Our mind races, never turning off. Anxiety can feel both physically and emotionally overwhelming. We judge ourselves unkindly. Perhaps we feel lost and would love some direction and support. Maybe you compare yourself to others wh...
It is my privilege to provide compassionate support and an objective point of view during a time of need, stress, change, or just because. Therapy is a time to take care of you. With a passion for helping people achieve optimal wellness and to feel their and act their best, I treat and understand people from a bio-psychosocial perspective utilizing an integrative, non judgmental approach based ...
Coming to that point in life where you are desperate enough to reach out to a stranger for help is a scary, surreal place to be. I have such respect for the person who has the strength to seek help in their time of need. My goal is to create a safe, peaceful space where you can come in and work on the issues you want to work on and set the goals you want to set. Although I utilize an integrativ...
