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 am an LCSW and have been working in healthcare/mental health since 2009. I earned my MSW from The University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign. I pride myself in providing an environment that helps to diminish stigma and normalize mental health. I feel that it is a privilege to work in this field and to be allowed into the lives of others. I have experience working in outpatient, inpatient, specia...
Helping others overcome obstacles and achieve their goals is an honor and a privilege. My approach is to encourage and empower you as we develop a treatment plan tailored to your specific needs. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who works with both children and adults. I have worked extensively with military families and understand the special challenges military families face. My experien...
Give me a chance at letting me be a LIGHT for YOU! Can I help you to feel happy again? Can I be a listening ear to help you work through the feelings you are faced with? Can we walk together as you transition to the next chapter of your life? These are real questions that I have been able to help patients like you answer. Beginning counseling is a courageous step that one takes, and I celebrate...
Therapy is a call to arms of sorts, and one of the most courageous things you can do for yourself. It's an opportunity to challenge old ways of thinking and unhelpful patterns - a chance to live on the other side of fear and insecurity. I have worked with individuals and couples in private practice and as the staff psychologist at a multi-specialty internal medicine practice in California. I ha...
I am Licensed Mental Health Counselor and have been credentialed by Washington State as a Child Mental Health Specialist and a Mental Health Professional. I have extensive experience working with children, adolescents, adults, individuals and couples. My priority is to create space for my clients to feel safe and supported with whatever challenges they are currently facing. I have advanced...
Welcome! I am interested in getting to know you better, and I think it’s important that you know a little bit about me so that you can make the best informed decision regarding your health. I grew up in Virginia, before moving to Georgia in 2013. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor practicing in the McDonough area with over 5 years of clinical experience. Prior to starting my private practic...
For the past 16 years, I have maintained a private practice in Fairfield, CT that specializes in individual, couples and family therapy. Providing a warm, compassionate and safe environment, I help my clients attain the personal growth they're striving for. My years of training and experience have given me a strong belief in the resilience people have and their capacity to develop new skills th...
My goal as a Christian therapist is to walk with individuals and families as they look for peace within themselves, between each other, and with God. I have seen God's desire for people to find inner peace, and at times healing, in difficult life situations. Many find that taking time to talk with a therapist and pray through their life's wounds, major or minor, can be the most healing thing th...
It is my goal to provide support to individuals who are dealing with confusion, uncertainty and perpetual grief associated with loving someone who has a disability, special needs, or a terminal illness. I can provide psychological testing to help diagnose the area of concern, if needed, and help you deal with the aftermath of a diagnosis or medical condition. I will walk alongside you as you...
*Not currently accepting new clients* Some people sense wisdom within dark places, and seek support to learn and grow through them. Anxiety, depression, and addiction are not merely pathology, but are best understood as part of a larger system that can be brought into awareness. These symptoms may also be fundamentally connected to our greatest gifts and uniqueness - one's sensitivity, awarenes...
I am easy going and engaging and I believe in helping to empower individuals. I love the feeling of connecting with clients and walking through the therapeutic journey. I have experience working with many demographics and cultures and creating a safe and confidential environment for expression and intellectual freedom. I work primarily with adults and adolescents, as well as couples and family...
I strive to support, empower and enable my clients to successfully navigate life's challenges. My approach is relational, experiential and educational in nature. Rather than trying to control, eliminate or avoid painful thoughts and emotions, I work with my clients in learning new ways to relate to life's difficult and often painful experiences. Whether you are a parent, a spouse, a student, a...
My office is my home away from home so I have created a safe and comfortable space for us to work together. You'll be greeted with soft music, chilled beverages and a relaxing atmosphere. Our first contact will be by phone and we'll discuss your needs to determine if I am able to help you with the specialties I offer. When we meet, we'll identify the circumstances or symptoms that currently...
In today’s world there is a great deal of pressure to be perfect. Because of this, it is sometimes easy to feel as if we are failing miserably while everyone else has life pulled together. We spend so much time taking care of everyone around us that we forget to take care of ourselves. With a deep and heartfelt compassion for those I serve, my aim is to help create an environment in which heali...
I provide a supportive and safe environment to assist clients in working through their challenges. I have been working in the field of mental health for over fifteen years, largely with clients with trauma. My experience includes helping people address underlying causes of depression, anxiety, and addictions, including eating disorders. I have also helped clients work through major transitions,...
