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
Through a collaborative and personalized approach, I offer a holistic perspective that reconnects the mind and body. The therapeutic relationship, built on trust and understanding, is an essential component of therapy, and I strive to bring warmth, encouragement, and humor into our collaboration. I work with women and men struggling with eating disorders and body image issues, anxiety,...
Therapy should be a safe place for you to work on goals, gain skills to better deal with life challenges, and/or to take back your life from the effects of trauma, depression, or anxiety. I customize my style for each individual and use evidence-based interventions to help you reach your goals. We can work together to help you find understanding, and catalyze growth and healing. I worked in the...
Is your past getting in the way of your present? The past can come back to haunt us in so many ways. Especially in times of change and transition, old hurts rise to the surface, challenging us to face off with troubling questions: "How did I end up here again? Why can't I just get over it and let it go? Everyone else seems to have it figured out, why don’t I?" These thoughts leave you feeling...
I’m a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, experienced in working with children, adolescents and families. Choosing to begin therapy can feel overwhelming, so my approach includes providing a safe, comfortable, nonjudgmental place where we can work together to address your goals. I'm well suited to working with individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, mood disorders, trauma, and behavioral...
Hello and welcome! If you’ve landed here, you’ve taken the first step in seeking support for yourself or a loved one, and that effort should be celebrated. The idea of sharing details about personal lives with a stranger is a scary concept for many. Many people also find value in having an unbiased person outside of their friend/family group to listen, validate, share helpful strategies, and...
I believe that therapy is a unique place to begin to explore a person’s life story and to understand oneself in the context of that personal history and present situation. The way we tell our stories defines who we are in the moment that we tell it and therapy offers an opportunity to learn that the story is not finished and that the narrative can be changed. I emphasize the importance of the...
***ONLINE COUNSELING AVAILABLE*** You have been feeling lost, hopeless, unsure of what happens next. You no longer find interest in the things that once brought you joy and have been criticizing yourself for mistakes. You notice that you're constantly hard on yourself and have been feeling fatigued and unmotivated. It’s tough to remember happier days when things seemed easier and life didn’t se...
These are difficult times! If you or a loved one is struggling, therapy can help. My area of focus is adolescent and adult (ages 15-50) mental health, with specialization in the treatment for anxiety, depression, and eating disorders. I offer treatment with a family-oriented and strengths-based approach. I can be a resource for building skills for coping with difficult emotions, effective...
Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed with stresses in your life and feel stuck? Have you considered psychotherapy to help with your struggles and to enhance your quality of life? Everyone gets stuck at some point in their lives. But, you don't have to accept this. Talk therapy can help. When you have the right fit with a therapist, healing and change can happen. I may just be the right person. I a...
Are you experiencing distress and brokenness in your life? Carrying this heaviness can feel overwhelming and can overtake moments of hope and joy. We all desperately desire to be alleviated from the pain and suffering we experience. When dealing with multiple life challenges it can feel at times impossible to take one step forward. Despite our circumstances, we all have the ability to move forw...
Melnea Paige is the lead health care provider and educator for PAIGE ONE. Melnea graduated from the University of Cincinnati with her Master’s degree in Social Work specializing in mental health. She also earned her Master’s degree in Education and Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology. Melnea holds her Licensed Independent Social Worker with Supervision Designation (LISW-S) in the State of Ohio and ...
Daily demands and life strains can easily become complex and taxing when managing symptoms of trauma, grief, or anxiety. Seeking help and support should not add more to your everyday stress. I am here to hold a space for those who seek help in managing trauma, grief, anxiety or obsessive/compulsive symptoms to gain confidence and more 'real time' perspectives of life. Managing daily obstacles w...
I am now offering appointments by telehealth! Finding ways of coping with this uncertainty and change is a challenge, particularly right now. Let's work together to find healthy ways of navigating change and the uncomfortable feelings associated with these times. My therapeutic training and experience have centered around adults and older adults dealing with depression, anxiety, chronic health...
If you found my profile, you have taken the first step in building a better you. Everyone could use someone to talk to, a different perception regarding the dilemma you are facing. Self-empowerment comes from within. We can work together to build on your strengths, strengthen your weaknesses and reach your highest potential, while also building on your self confidence and self-esteem. I bring 2...
*Now accepting new clients* Life can be difficult. You will be required to overcome challenges every day in order to live the life that you desire. From dealing with changes to long-term struggles, therapy can give you the tools you need to succeed. With a solution-focused approach we can work together to identify the obstacles in your path, then master the skills to conquer them. I am a Licens...
