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
Therapy dissects life occurrences and issues and identifies the obstacles that may be limiting personal performance. Once the obstacles are identified, emotional growth can occur through a process of learning to adapt or removing negative thinking. My job, as a therapist, is to support my clients' feelings and thoughts, while at the same time to encourage the transformation of those emotions an...
My areas of expertise focus around relational issues (with spouse/partner, parents or adult children), anxiety/depression, managing anger/emotions, young-adult development and life transitions (moves, school/career, divorce/separation, aging, etc.) Repeat arguments, miscommunications, lack of understanding, stonewalling/withdrawal, infidelity, difficulty navigating needs and expectations. Toget...
Currently accepting a limited number of new clients for teletherapy. Evening and Saturday hours available. Has stay at home left you stuck in your own head? Ready for less surviving and more flourishing? Less chaos and more ease? You feel like a hot mess, pouring so much energy into getting by. You want success at school or work, better connections with your partner, friends, and family, and a...
I have been a practicing mental health clinician for 20 yrs. My gratifying experiences and career have placed me in counseling with children, adolescents, adults and families that are dealing with life's daily stress and/or with mental health, substance use/abuse, or co-occurring disorders and issues. I have counseled individuals and have also worked in group and school environments....
Engaging in psychotherapy is a courageous act, and I have a great deal of respect for people taking steps toward healing. I am a licensed psychologist providing relational psychodynamic therapy for young adults (primarily 20s and 30s) struggling with early family trauma, perfectionism and self-criticism, low self-esteem, relationship difficulties, identity concerns, body image and eating concer...
I provide individual and couples therapy for clients of all ages who want to gain self awareness and improve their overall quality of life. I work with people on issues related to anxiety, depression, relationships and intimacy, work-related stress, family conflicts, self-esteem, grief and loss, as well as aging and navigating major life transitions. I adapt my work to the client's unique needs...
Are you feeling overwhelmed by work, relationships, or health issues? Perhaps it feels impossible to keep up with the daily demands of life, and you're not sure where to turn. My name is Lauren Baldwin and I graduated with an M.A. in Marriage and Family Therapy from the California School of Professional Psychology, Alliant International University - San Diego. I work with individuals, couples, ...
I am passionate about my work and believe in the healing benefits of psychotherapy. I view therapy as a process through which we explore the issues that confront you, place them in a context and develop strategies for change. Engaging in this process not only do we learn new ways of coping or getting "unstuck" but we also develop a more genuine relationship with ourselves, others and the world ...
My practice involves Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and related disorders as well as other empirically supported treatments such as Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Habit Reversal Training for Body Focused Repetitive Behaviors. I work with children, adolescents and adults to overcome various anxieties using Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), mindfulness, and...
*** Not taking new patients at this time. *** Almost all of us experience anxiety at some point. For some of us, it occurs on a daily basis. Does anxiety get in your way? Do you feel stuck? Anxiety can interfere with our ability to perform at our best. This can lead to low self-esteem/self-worth, relationship issues, job and/or school related stress, difficulty concentrating, fear of failure, f...
Gray Matters Counseling and Wellness, LLC offers services in Laconia, NH and North Attleboro, MA. I like to encourage clients to think of therapy as psychological archaeology. This involves locating the artifacts of our lives that let us know where to dig in. Therapy is not just a place to 'vent' about problems. It is a place of identifying issues, getting to the core sources that contribute to...
( English | Français ) PLEASE NOTE: I AM CURRENTLY AT CAPACITY & AM UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. * Most people experience times in their lives when circumstances create stress, anxiety, grief, depression, health challenges, or other concerns that lead to a desire for change. Sometimes at these times of transition it can be helpful to have a guide who is not just a family member or...
Even the strongest and most successful people have moments of confusion, hurt, and loss. You may find yourself thinking "I never thought I would end up here." Despite overcoming so many obstacles in the past, you're now faced with a situation that seems overwhelming. How do you regain your footing and begin to heal? I help people navigate the strains and challenges of middle and older adulthood...
I incorporates traditional talk therapy techniques with carefully selected art media to allow clients to explore personal struggle through color, line and form. It is thru the creative process and the subsequent artwork where I aids clients in beginning their therapeutic journey. Art therapy is an effective therapeutic approach for clients across the lifespan. It can be applied to treat any men...
Choosing a therapist is a daunting task and I am aware of how difficult this can be for people. Gaining trust and confidence from my clients is of the utmost importance to me and I believe in making my office an open and relaxing environment. My experiences and training have led me to use an approach that incorporates both the mental and physical aspects of your well-being. I address not only...
