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
Since 2017, Columbus Women's Wellness (CWW) has provided specialized mental health services and been dedicated to supporting the unique needs of women of all ages and girls twelve years of age and older. CWW is comprised of providers who are specialists in their fields. This makes CWW a premier resource for Central Ohio women and girls. CWW provides individual, couples, and group support therap...
It can be hard to change our habits and ways of relating with ourselves and with others even when old patterns are causing significant emotional pain. For real change to take place, something beyond motivation and a commitment to change is often needed. What can make a real difference involves finding a receptive person and an accepting environment that fosters a deeper understanding of one's...
Exploring your life in partnership with a dedicated therapist can be a remarkable gift to yourself. I can help you gain insight into unhelpful patterns and difficulties in your life, and support you in realizing your hopes and goals. I view symptoms not merely as problems that need to be “fixed”; instead I seek to help you uncover their deeper causes. Problems then become opportunities for rene...
I provide psychotherapy as well as personalized meditation facilitation to adults & older adolescents (18+). My approach is influenced by Buddhist psychology & a mind/body perspective. It is also shaped by the three elements of self-compassion: common humanity, mindful awareness & kindness (working with the inner critic). I believe that well-being is a skill & my approach is holistic, emphasizi...
Sometimes we feel invisible to ourselves and within our social networks. It can be hard to express our needs and frustrations because we do not often get the opportunity to slow down and reflect on what we want for ourselves rather than what society or our families have taught us to prioritize, particularly when we come from immigrant family backgrounds which tend to favor the collective over t...
Welcome! I’m excited you decided to take time for yourself and invest in the life you want! Whether you are experiencing an unusually stressful period in your life, a loss, a difficult family situation, or a major change; or you’ve been living for a long time with the symptoms and challenges of clinical conditions like Depression, Anxiety, personality traits or chronic medical conditions, I wan...
I support clients to live happy and meaningful lives and help them make changes that bring about well-being and transformation. I have a passion to support individuals, couples and families through many different life transitions (from adjusting to college, marriage, divorce, births, loss, retirement, coping with illness, and caregiving). I help clients with a range of relationship issues—from...
WILL ACCEPT NEW WASHINGTON PATIENTS in DECEMBER 2020. 'Psychotherapy' in my practice is an avenue leading to deeper self-knowledge, a safe confidential place to address life challenges or heal trauma, learn methods for stress relief, identify undermining behavioral patterns, and improve inner and outer balance. There is a focus on identifying unconscious psychological and emotional blocks that ...
I welcome working with adults of all ages to explore challenges of major life transitions, which often involve anxiety, depression, grief, or anger. For clients who want to better manage stress, I teach and coach self-regulation techniques to help build resilience. I partner with those who wish to understand themselves better, treat themselves better, and live more satisfying and meaningful liv...
( English | español ) (My practice is currently full.) Welcome! I work with youth and adults using a humanistic and strength-oriented approach. I have over 20 years experience in community mental health, which brings breadth, depth and openness to my private practice. I enjoy meeting you, wherever you are at in your life, with respect and caring. I am authentic and accepting, and provide a safe...
Everyone at different points in life, and especially in 2020, experience difficult circumstances and issues that cause stress, anxiety, sadness, grief, anger, confusion, and other responses that impact the quality of our lives and relationships. My goal is to create a safe and accepting context for people to discuss their struggles and specific problems, identity coping skills and uni& heal fro...
It is a privilege to hear a person’s life story and help them heal, grow, and navigate through challenges. I will listen and respect your uniqueness. I have over 20 years of experience working as a Master’s Level, Limited Licensed Psychologist. Together we can find a path that guides you toward growth, healthy coping, improved relationships, and helps you fulfill your life’s purpose. I am a yog...
It is difficult to enjoy life or gain traction on life goals when it is a struggle to just keep up. Many of my clients come feeling anxious, unsettled, and worried about meeting expectations - expectations they set for themselves or expectations placed on them at work, at school, at home, or in their relationships. Often they feel unproductive and say they have difficulty with time management...
I specialize in OCD and anxiety disorders. The interventions I use in treatment are supported by research and have helped thousands with anxiety and OCD. I am trained is Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) for OCD and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety. Living with anxiety or OCD can lead to disruptions at home, work, and relationships. Many who come for OCD and anxiety therapy tell me...
CURRENTLY NOT ACCEPTING NEW PATIENTS This global pandemic presents unique challenges for each of us. You may be suffering from loneliness, increased family conflict, increased anxiety (fear), or depression (hopelessness). Help is available in a variety of ways! I can meet you by video chat, phone call, texts, or email at a reduced rate. Feel free to call or text me at 425 (346) 5564 and let me...
