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 received my master's degree in Community Counseling from Gonzaga University. I have many years of experience providing assessment and treatment of mental health concerns to children and adults. I was on staff at Seattle Children's Hospital for six and half years, where I delivered care in the both the Inpatient Psychiatric Unit as well as Outpatient Psychiatry Clinic. When first beginning...
Stress manifests in our system in a variety of ways and impacts our ability to experience joy, satisfaction, and clarity. My holistic practice offers a calm and supportive space to express and process a full range of human emotion. Worry, sadness, loneliness, loss of energy, and sleep concerns are often linked to feelings of disconnection from ourself and others. My goal is to work alongside yo...
Meredith is a LPC. Meredith graduated from James Madison University as a "double duke," receiving her Bachelor's of Arts in Psychology and her MA, Ed.S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. Meredith has extensive history working with children, adults and families dealing with depression, anxiety, crises, life challenges and trauma. Meredith is a Strengths-Based counselor, utilizing Cognitive...
I help perfectionists who are always second guessing their self-worth, overworking out of fear what they did is not enough, playing small from fear of taking risks and failing, and living below their potential. This creates a cloud of anxiety, stress, and overwhelm that burns you out and drains your motivation and drive to excel, leaving you feeling stuck. I help you learn how to overcome those...
( English | español ) Dr. Keiko Miller is a neuropsychologist located in Walnut Creek and is the owner/exec. director of Aspire Neuropsychological Services. She has worked in the field of Autism since 2003 and has worked in the field of neuropsychology since 2009. She conducts a variety of evaluations of adults and children ages 12 months+. She earned her Psy.D. degree in 2011 and Masters of...
We provide high quality psychotherapeutic services to children, adolescents, and adults. Our mission is to provide a caring, respectful environment where we assist individuals, couples, and families in coping with life's challenges. Our experienced therapists help clients build skills to reduce troubling symptoms, improve relationships, and enhance personal growth. Therapists currently acceptin...
**I am not currently accepting new clients** I work with children and adults to treat symptoms of depression, anxiety, life stressors, adjustment, trauma, grief and other disorders. Together, we work on acquiring greater self esteem, empowerment, socialization skills, relaxation, and coping skills. I have many years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families in a wide variety...
Are you struggling with chronic pain or anxiety? Do you feel stuck, hopeless, isolated, or impatient? Maybe you've tried some things, but now nothing seems to work? Do you want things to change? I can help. I believe that all people have the capacity for change no matter what their current or past experiences and functioning. I've had success treating individuals struggling with chronic pain,...
Life sometimes makes a dramatic turn from what you expected, and now you must find your way without knowing where this new path will lead. I work with you when you struggle following sudden, unexpected life changes. As we work together I support you as you find solid ground, and as you grow rooted, we will explore ways for you to cultivate new meaning in your experience and grow resilience for ...
Navigating the rivers of life can become rocky. Sometimes we need an objective person to help us through the rough rapids. I can work with you to develop new strategies for success, plot out new courses, and feel better in time. I do so by empowering you with confidence in a safe environment. I have over twenty years of experience working with issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship...
Tytannie Harris, LCSW is a Clinical Therapist and owner of TMH Behavioral Services, P.C. TMH is comprised of licensed practitioners who are here to guide you through life transitions. TMH is confident in your ability to tap into your inner strength via an environment of compassion and support. We specialize in solution focused and strengths based therapy bringing years of experience working wit...
Hi there, my name is Lily, nice to meet you! Our practice is taking patients. We no longer accept Health Share OHP but accept OHP in rural counties. Various time slots open. I specialize in CPTSD/PTSD, DID, Eating Disorders, Sexual Disorders, Sex Addiction. If you are flexible in scheduling we can get you in sooner. I am a Trauma Specialist. I specialize in using EMDR, DBT, Sensorimotor...
Trained in Germany and in the United States I have been able to learn from both academic and cultural traditions. Psycho-dynamic, Gestalt, Solution-focused and other approaches in Psychology led me to understand our emotional life as a strong and resilient force. This force is leading us - sometimes unnoticed - to new beginnings; we resist what is destructive and we heal at the same time. We ar...
Feeling alone and bewildered during the COVID-19 crisis? Having trouble knowing what to believe? DrSara can help. For the duration of the COVID-19 crisis, DrSara will be offering all sessions exclusively through SecureVideo. Visit her website at www.DrSara.com to find out more. Sexual difficulties, fertility challenges, fears about pregnancy, labor and delivery, and postpartum anxiety and...
Are you looking for a non judgmental therapist that embraces your individual needs? A therapist that actively listens, offers compassion and support? Have you struggled to connect with your previous therapist or treatment modality? If you've answered yes, then you’ve come to the right place! I am Abby Oxford, a licensed professional counselor and board certified art therapist who is well versed...
