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
My area of strength and focus is to be present as you explore the areas where you are seeking support, such as, life transitions, grief and loss, changes in your health, career changes, relationship difficulties, low self-esteem, anxiety and/or depression. I attune to the entire person: your mind, body, and spirit. We will start by first identifying goals that are important to you and your life...
I support and work with young adults and women who have endured trauma, or are suffering from chronic pain and illness, as well as caregivers of those with chronic pain and illness. It all begins with a story. This is the very story that has taken shape in your body. This story makes you who you are today. Within the pages of a story, we experience the unique and individual holistic makeup of a...
Are you struggling with focus, anxiety, stress? Are your work life or personal relationships difficult, troublesome? Do you feel anxious, stressed, or burned out? I use a distinct, individual combination of coaching and neurofeedback. Let me help you with Cygnet Neurofeedback, known as EEG biofeedback. It's process which allows the brain to self-correct, increasing awareness of one's internal...
As a clinician in the mental health field for over 20 years, I have a great deal of knowledge and experience to offer my clients. I enjoy working with individuals ages 14 and older with a variety of life issues, mental health diagnoses and life stressors. Specifically I utilize empirically based treatment modalities along with a relationship based approach to alleviate pain and suffering caused...
I imagine you are seeking support for one of life's challenging transitions. In the work we do together you will find compassion, warmth, a dose of humor and directness. As a Family Therapist in private practice for over 37 years I am passionate about helping you in a nonjudgmental and supportive way identify and work to resolve the issues that brought you into therapy. I have a diverse practic...
Grief leaves you feeling hopeless and alone. Life as you know it has ended and everyone wants you to “get over it”. You don’t even recognize the person you have become. Following a loss, everything feels different. You don’t feel like you can relate to friends and the world around you as you did before. You want to find joy while you learn to live with sorrow. You want to reinvest in...
If you find yourself at a place in your life where the next step is unknown or uncertain, I can offer you support, guidance and assistance in a safe, accepting environment. Whether you are experiencing depression, grief, anxiety, relationship difficulties or any other of life's struggles, I will help you explore underlying causes, develop insight and awareness and learn healthy strategies for...
Thank you for your interest in my practice. I enjoy helping people make positive changes in their lives by helping them uncover and work through the obstacles on their path to healing. My style of counseling is compassionate, direct and interactive. I use different approaches and tailor counseling to your specific situation and needs. My main goal, with my varied background, is to bring all my...
Courage is a defining characteristic of anyone deciding to seek counseling & I'm grateful to be a part of that journey. You will bring unique strengths, challenges & experiences. My goal is to help you navigate your journey in a way that honors your life & utilizes your inner strengths. In my 22 years of clinical social work experience & 15 years of ministerial counseling, I have utilized a...
**I am able to provide phone or video sessions to insured/uninsured clients.** I specialize in working with adolescents and adults who are experiencing difficulty navigating through their current or past life circumstances. I am highly committed to working with individuals or couples that are experiencing situational stress and difficulty, as well as individuals who have more serious mental hea...
Feeling lost? Craving change? In the midst of a difficult transition? My practice is focused on helping you thrive as you navigate these challenges. Using a compassionate, evidence-based approach, I will help you make real, meaningful changes, and I consider it an honor to be a part of that journey. Other areas of specialty include working with generalized anxiety, panic attacks, health-anxiety...
I believe everyone has a story to share. Making the decision to seek help is a courageous first step to regaining control, obtaining wellness, and achieving recovery. I have 17 years of experience as a social worker and have spent the last 13 years as a clinical therapist, working primarily with adults, in an out-patient setting. I would be honored if you choose to share your story with me....
I specialize in working with teens, adults, and families with addictions of all types, eating disorders, and body image issues. I also have vast experience working with trauma, life transitions, chronic pain, anxiety disorders, and depression in teens and adults. In addition, I like working with young adults and teens who are facing transitions into adulthood. I believe there is no...
Do you find your relationship is in a rut? Are you unable to resolve conflict? Do you feel disconnected from your partner? The Marriage & Family Counseling Center can help! While all couples and relationships experience negative patterns at times, there are ways to end those cycles and find healing, reduce conflict and create a more fulfilling relationship. We can help you identify and break ou...
I believe therapy is a space where you can unload things that you are struggling to carry alone, develop clear insight, build greater self-compassion, and address barriers that keep you from achieving your goals. The first step in doing any one of these things is building a strong relationship with your therapist. I strive to make this possible by providing an open, judgement-free, and warm spa...
