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 have a diversified adult private practice. I have been counseling for over 22 years. I specialize in treating single adults (21 years of age and older), couples, and adults over age 65 who are encountering various problems. I specialize in treating anxiety and depression, grief and loss, change of life/different seasons counseling, senior adult issues, relationship issues, health related issu...
“The first step towards change is Awareness. The second step is Acceptance” -Nathaniel Branden. Mindfulness & acceptance of biological, psychological, social & spiritual life transitions guide and promote healthy and successful understanding & adjustment of changing marital/ partner relationships, changing parent/child relationship dynamics; and seek to decrease anxiety & depression, loneliness...
Life is ever changing, and with change can bring a plethora of other emotions including stress, depression and anxiety. It takes strength to seek help when we are feeling most vulnerable. I aim to create a safe, warm, and supportive connection with another person and use that connection to cultivate change. I'd like to help you become empowered to accomplish your own goals and to take control o...
Are you looking to gain insight and work to engage your best self? I think treatment offers the opportunity to share feelings, thoughts, and situations in a safe and non-judgmental environment. I take a person-centered generalist approach in treatment to ensure that your treatment plan is adapted to best fit your desires and personality style. I offer over 10 years of experience in treating...
What goes on in your mind, plays out in your body, and becomes your reality in your world. Whether you are entering therapy for the first time or you are looking to refine changes in your life, you are starting on a journey of self discovery which is deeply personal and courageous. Each person arrives with their own unique life story, strengths, barriers and goals. Therapy is a collaborative...
I have been a clinical social worker since 1997. I've worked in a variety of settings including outpatient substance abuse treatment, community mental health, military treatment centres and community health centres. I have worked with complex trauma (combat and non combat related), addictions, LGBTQ+ individuals and couples as well as persistent and chronic mental health including depression an...
Sometimes life throws us lemons, and prioritizing our self-care and mental health helps us cope! I enjoy supporting others through individual and group therapy, parent coaching, and comprehensive evaluations. For individual therapy I work with both male and female clients, ages 7 through college, and parents. My therapeutic approach incorporates Positive Psychology (e.g., compassion, gratitude,...
Let me pour you a cup of coffee, and let's talk. What if I told you that going to therapy doesn't mean there is something wrong with you? We all struggle sometimes. I work primarily with those dealing with loss or grief. Whether it be the death of a loved one or pet, a life changing medical diagnosis, a divorce/break up, estrangement from a family member or friend, moving to a new city, or...
Hi there - I'm Dr. Rumana Mansur, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship problems, loss experiences or reemerging past trauma? Are you experiencing stress from work, school or family. Are you looking for emotional relief or a path to achieve personal growth? If you answered "yes" to any of these questions, I can help you learn new ways to thi...
There is something keeping you from having the happy, fulfilling life you crave. Anxiety about your career is causing performance issues at work. Is it keeping you from enjoying life outside of work? Maybe stress is keeping you from sleeping. Your anxiety is relentless and exhausting. Perhaps a past sexual assault is making it difficult to have the healthy relationship you crave. It is making i...
I believe all people have the ability to overcome even the most dis-empowering obstacles, and sometimes we need help finding the way to do this. I work across a range of mental health and addiction concerns, to help you, to help yourself. I believe you are the expert in your own life, and am honored by the opportunity to help you tap into your expertise. My practice uses principles of Mindfulne...
Having the right therapist means having a person in your life you can trust, who cares about you, and has the skills and background to help you make changes in order that you may live a more enjoyable and fulfilling life. I am a compassionate therapist with over 25 years of experience working with adults and older adults. Working with my clients is a collaborative effort in which I am invested ...
I am a generalist in the provision of psychotherapy. The quality of the therapeutic relationship is essential to successful therapy outcomes. To that end I provide an authentic, empathic, honest, direct, but not directive, therapeutic presence. I am very responsive to patients' needs and requests. My integrative approach is molded to the needs of each patient. I present in an empathic, honest,...
I treat both individuals and couples at our Southside Indianapolis office, to include helping individuals understand and work on issues that affect their relationships; helping with concerns such as depression, anxiety, and bipolar; and providing full marriage counseling. My work with couples is grounded in relationship principles shown to be effective in the marriage research literature, and i...
