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
Hello There. I have worked in the mental health field for over 31 years, primarily working with people suffering from depression, anxiety and relationship issues. I've Studied both western and eastern psychology, with an emphasis on cognitive behavioral psychotherapy, buddhist psychology, Jungian psychology, and other Western and Eastern modalities. I Strive to express the utmost respect,...
I am a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with a Master of Arts degree in counseling from Adler University. I have been working in the field for more than a decade providing outpatient counseling, residential treatment, and EAP services. I have helped clients address a variety of concerns and specializes in LGBTQIA issues, chronic pain and chronic medical conditions, grief and loss,...
Accepting new patients! Call (919) 379-5788 to schedule an initial session. Finding a counselor can quickly begin to feel overwhelming, especially when you or your adolescent are in the midst of a transition, struggling socially, or experiencing difficulty with depression or anxiety. With over 10 years of experience with tweens, adolescents, and adults, I provide individualized services that wi...
Life can throw you off track and finding support can be a way to gain control again. While I specialize in working with individuals dealing with a host of stressors, I also work with couples and families impacted by grief, mental illness, addiction and other life transitions. I offer consultations that include short and long term treatment to help you achieve your goals. In addition, I am also...
I have over 20 years of experience helping clients with a wide variety of problems in an environment of deep respect and acceptance. I an experienced in a number of therapy models including Trauma and Mindfulness based CBT, EMDR, Internal Family Systems,Interpersonal Skills Training and 12-Step Recovery to draw from in order to create a personalized treatment plan. My person philosophy, my...
Whatever your reasons are for coming to therapy, I acknowledge the courage it takes to walk in through my office door. Clients come to therapy for a number of reasons, such as grief and loss, low self-esteem, trauma, worries about life transitions, relationship & family struggles, and spiritual crises. Working across the lifespan, I engage clients in the process of re-defining who they are that...
I provide counseling services to adults across the lifespan and practice within an explicitly feminist-multicultural framework that privileges cognitive-behavioral, interpersonal, mindfulness, and ACT-based interventions. My clinical approach positions meaning and values as core orientations in navigating life's hardships, as I believe times of difficulty may function as moments for profound...
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Each person deserves to have an environment where they can feel secure, validated and free to be who they are without worry of judgement. Having access to an encouraging environment can promote a journey towards a healthier perspective on life, along with increased feelings of peace and satisfaction. My approach to treatment is geared towards those who can use support in modifying negative...
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As a clinician in the field for over 7 years, I have been proud to serve individuals and families with a variety of issues. Over the years I have worked with many people dealing with depression (incl: postpartum), anxiety, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, military issues, PTSD, anger, couples/relational issues, child and adolescent issues, stage of life or adjustment issues, gender or sexuality...
During this pandemic, we are all learning how to adjust, plan, create, and live fully. Challenging life experiences can cause us to feel stuck: grief, trauma, unending decision-making, constant fear or worry, dealing with our 'new" reality. We suffer when we are not flowing, stuck in our thoughts, our feelings, our bodies; forgetting how to solve problems, not sure how to handle things, carryin...
I have extensive experience and expertise with individuals with anxiety, ADHD, depression including postpartum depression, and interpersonal or relationship problems. I use cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) techniques to help children, adolescents, and adults with ADHD and anxiety thrive academically or in their work and socially. Clients are able to both understand themselves and effectively...
I believe most anyone can benefit from counseling.I offer a caring, nonjudgmental atmosphere where you can work on becoming the best version of yourself or just getting "unstuck." I use kindness, humor, and honesty to connect with individuals and believe that being genuine is one of the keys to a successful therapeutic relationship. Over 10 years of experience working with individuals with ment...
