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
Are you struggling with balancing your emotions in relationships, at work, or in everyday activities? Are sadness, anxiety, or loneliness a result? My primary focus is centered upon embracing one's inherent strengths while eliminating toxic behaviors and thoughts. This process aids individuals in building stronger and more powerful relationships with themselves and others, as well as fosters...
Feeling Stuck? AnxiousAngrySadLonelyNumbHelpless? You've tried everything else. It's time for a gentle revolution. Give me a call. You and I will work together to loosen and sort this snarly knot of feelings and find calmness and clarity. Together, we will start you on your journey towards what you really want and who you really want to be. If you are looking to deeply explore the roots of any...
Thank you for stopping by. I already know that you are brave and strong even if you don't feel like it right now, because you are here. You're just having a difficult time handling all of this stress by yourself. You understand that you need to feel better by taking this first step. I am excited to help you get through all of this so you can break through the barriers and get un-stuck. We will...
Clients come to me when they are feeling 'life' is much too painful. Perhaps a loved one has just died ; they have been bullied or abused by someone at work or in a relationship; they are experiencing chronic physical pain; parenting is driving them crazy; financial pressures are unbearable. Whatever the issues, the pain that is felt indicates there is a great deal to be learned. I work closely...
I believe psychotherapy is a transformative tool through which one can develop new ways to understand and approach life situations, foster resilience and manage challenges. I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 25 years of professional experience with individuals of all ages. In my work, I assist individuals facing major life changes, experiencing depression, anxiety or illness, or...
Are you a woman dealing with an excessive amount of anxiety? Intestinal distress; vomiting; compulsive hair pulling/ eyebrow pulling/eyelash pulling are all signs of too much distress. Foggy brain and too little sleep are also products of our current national and world changes. I work with adult women who feel troubled and embarrassed by their amount of anxiety (Of course you want to be seen as...
My concentration involves evidence-based techniques rooted in Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused treatment and Breathwork. Our focus at Maine Holistic Counseling and Breathwork, is on the underlying, compounded traumas and grievances still impacting a person's daily life. With an even larger focus on the available connections, growth opportunities and resources tha...
I look at mental health from an integrative perspective. People are best understood and change is best maintained by taking into account all aspects of a person including physical health, genetic influences, cultural identities, behavioral patterns and past experiences. My therapeutic approach emphasizes an appreciation for the complexity and uniqueness of all of my clients. I provide a safe sp...
Therapy for individuals, couples, or families should be a safe space to explore personal needs and goals. Using a broad lens we consider all of the factors and systems as we work collaboratively and with transparency towards strengthening your sense of yourself and the relationships that are impacting you. We consider cycles of interaction as well as vulnerabilities and survival strategies and...
*Dr. Sevilla's caseload is currently full and she is not able to accept new clients* Life can be overwhelming with its unexpected twists and turns, and therapy can have a powerful and enduring impact. I have been honored to assist clients with making significant changes to their thoughts, feelings, and behaviors. My approach is both collaborative and supportive. I provide targeted feedback to...
Do you feel like you have to have it all together, all the time? Does the thought of ‘falling apart’ feel scary and weak? Are you exhausted with all your doing and going, looking put together on the outside but inside feeling like a mess? Maybe you feel overwhelmed or anxious, unsure that anyone could really help. It's time to find someone who can hold this with you and help you create change i...
I am a learning specialist in private practice with 30 years of experience. I offer individualized instruction to children and adults with learning difficulties, as well as customized enrichment to gifted children. I analyze, assess, and identify individual needs, and develop a cohesive Education Action Plan to put into action. My comprehensive and integrative approach bridges the disciplines o...
Hello! I have been practicing in Texas for 8 years and have a background in health and psychology, having formally trained at Yale, UTSW and SMU. I have extensive treatment experience with mood disorders, anxiety, trauma, adjusting to medical illness, autism, LGBTQ issues, and child behavior (though I work with an equal number of youth and adults). My modality is eclectic, but grounded in...
Janece Bivings is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Delaware and Pennsylvania. She has several years of experience in the field of mental health. Janece serves children, teens, families and couples. She is a Nationally Certified Counselor as well as a Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. Janece also has experience working in a variety of treatment settings. She utilizes an eclectic...
Thank you for choosing to enter in a counseling/psychotherapy relationship with me. I am honored to work with you in helping you become more fully functioning and make positive changes in your life. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, ( LCSW) licensed by the State of Texas. As such, I am able to provide counseling and psychotherapy services to individuals, families and couples. I work with...
