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
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I bring to my practice the skills and experience of a rich 20-year career, as well as a solid humanistic approach to mental health, human relationships and growth. I believe that every human being has value, deserves respect, benefits from meaningful relationships, and has the capability for self-actualization. Therapy is a powerful process not only to overcome adversity, obstacles, or negative...
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I enjoy working with clients who are struggling with issues that are either acute (recent) or chronic (lifelong). I find that it is particularly important to form a working relationship that will focus on a path of discovery that will begin to identify possible solutions. Often problems can be resolved quickly such as parenting issues and sometimes issues are very complex and require examining ...
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As a clinical professional intern, hypnotherapist, and substance abuse counselor, my ideal client is motivated to change but has had difficulty overcoming issues due to physical pain, stress, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, or finds it difficult to open up about the present or their past. I am here to work with you like a coach and an athlete to achieve your goals in a brief period of time. If you have...
Are you feeling overwhelmed or stuck at a crossroads in your life? Do you find yourself wishing things were different but need a little more support to create positive outcomes? Maybe you’ve been feeling more fear, sadness, stress or worry than you’d like to feel. Maybe deep down you know life could be better and you want some things to change. This is the part of you that is ready for growth a...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist with a small private practice in San Francisco. I also currently offer sessions via video chat to individuals living anywhere in California and New York. I specialize in the treatment of trauma/PTSD, depression, and problems with adjustment during life transitions. I also offer couple therapy for those who may be struggling with communication and intimacy....
