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
( English | español ) Are you anxious, overwhelmed, or feeling down? Having difficulty focusing on the here and now because of past traumas? Do you engage in negative self-talk that keeps you stuck and prevents you from living your life fully? I am an empathic therapist who helps you gain greater awareness of both your emotional and somatic responses to stressors to help you grow and achieve...
I believe in empowering clients by creating a safe environment in which they can heal and grow. With over twenty years of experience, I have had the privilege of assisting many clients and families coping with a wide variety of life's challenges. I am trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) and have witnessed tremendous healing from painful life events via this technique...
FULL. Are you looking for a compassionate and effective therapist who can help you work through your struggles and conflicting emotions? Do you long to be seen, heard and understood, so that you can make sense of your past hurts and start living authentically in the present? Would you like to work with a therapist who values diversity and embraces your unique social/historical/cultural backgrou...
Welcome, I'm specialized and experienced in working with children, adolescents and families. Working with different groups leads me to see difficulties and challenges from different perspectives. I believe that the process of psychotherapy is a shared experience between the therapist and the client. Within the therapy process, whether a child, adolescent or adult, one starts acknowledging their...
Leanne Juzaitis is a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Maryland and the District of Columbia. Leanne received her Master’s Degree in Couple and Family Therapy from the University of Maryland School of Public Health in 2010. She received her Bachelor’s Degrees in Psychology and History from the University of California, Davis in 2007. Leanne has experience working with children,...
COUNSELING and COACHING -- it's a powerful 21st century approach, with tremendous therapeutic benefits and real world results. People frequently report, my therapist stares at me, and says or does nothing. This is classic 20th century therapy (it's old, and moderately effective). Our clients do not pay us to sit and do nothing -- they pay us to work as a team; making you the best you. Feel free...
**not taking new referrals** I'm here to support my clients cope with difficult emotions such as anger, worry, and hopelessness. Often, these challenges greatly impact us, our relationships, as well as other aspects of life. I support my clients in this journey and walk alongside them as they discover their strengths and persevere, whether it is overcoming anxiety or healing from trauma. My...
I have a genuine love for people. I have a natural connection to others and I strive to help you be the best "YOU". Life is meant to be enjoyed and I want you to enjoy it. I work with children, adults, families, couples, & organizations. I provide services for substance abuse, parenting, domestic violence, forensic review, professional consultation with other professions, & health related...
*******Accepting new clients/Immediate Availability*********** While Substance use disorder is my advanced specialty, I am intrigued and excited to work through marital issues, trauma, depression, anxiety, self-esteem/confidence or any other problem. I am an African American mental health and substance use disorder therapist and enjoy working with diverse populations to offer a unique perspecti...
I believe that healing can begin when we are in the presence of someone who is deeply trying to understand us. When we feel we are understood, we may begin to feel safe enough to explore feelings and experiences that are overwhelming. I believe that our many identities play an impactful role in how we experience the world and also ourselves. Our work is to build a strong relationship within whi...
Psychoanalysis is kind of a fancy word. Really, it’s just a technique to better understand yourself, your real self. It’s about you and your relationship to your inner and outer worlds. That is, how do you relate to your self and others? How do you belong to your own experiences? Analysis is a process of bridging your understanding of your reality with the parts of you just beneath perception. ...
Hello! I’m AnnaLisa (“Lisa”) Morgione, MA, NCC, LPCC. I am a mindfulness-based mental health counselor who uses Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing (EMDR), and Neuro Emotional Techniques (NET) to compassionately attend to pain, trauma, depression, anxiety and grieving. I currently work with individuals, couples, and families ages 13 and up. My demeanor...
You are not on this road alone. Whether you are experiencing a life transition, deployment, depression, or anxiety, we can work together to reach your goals. I work with clients from five years old and up, and love working with teens and young adults and members of the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience working with severe, chronic and complex mental health diagnoses, first responders, Militar...
Life’s journey is different for everyone. Some people face situations that are more challenging than others. It may not be fair, but there is hope! Join me on how to look at life’s challenges in a manageable way. Through the collaboration process of therapy, we can explore life’s hardships and find solutions to meet your goals of feeling better and becoming a healthier you! I hope to meet you s...
I believe effective treatment is strengths-based and collaborative. My goal is to work with you to identify your assets, talents, and passions, and use them as a foundation to promote positive change in your life. My practice incorporates solutions-focused, cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), arts-based, and mindfulness techniques. I aim to help you find the right tools to empower you in...
