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
***OPENINGS*** for Online Videochat/Telemental Health Clients*** Welcome! I am glad that you are here and have taken this step to seek support. My goal is to create a space where compassion, empathy and healing lends to foster change and growth. I am grateful to do what my passion is and I believe it is felt by my clients and those I get to work with. With over 15 years of experience in private...
Good Shepherd Institute of the Bluegrass
Louisville
Kentucky
Good Shepherd Institute of the Bluegrass
Louisville
Kentucky
Elina Holland is a therapist at Good Shepherd Institute of the Bluegrass (GSIB). She believes that each person is created to be happy and healthy but may sometimes encounter obstacles to living abundantly. She works together with clients to identify unhelpful or harmful patterns in their lives and specific strategies that can help. Elina is especially skilled at providing psychological services...
I believe we're all doing the best we can with the tools we have. If you find you're feeling stuck, hurt, confused or lost right now, you may just need some new tools to cope with your situation. I know life and change can feel overwhelming. Therapy can provide a safe place to explore feelings, provide space and time to be heard and heal, and provide some new tools for the work ahead. Therapy i...
I work with adolescents, adults, families, and groups. I am an eating disorder specialist and assist clients struggling with low self esteem, body image issues, anxiety, and depression. In addition, I have experience working with trauma, grief, loss, and life transitions. I help clients find their true self through emotion focused therapy. I utilize a holistic approach, fostering growth, healin...
I have been practicing clinical psychology for nearly 20 years as a licensed psychologist. In that time, I have had the pleasure of working with many people who have struggled with a wide range of challenges including relationship and couple's difficulties, addiction, anxiety, depression, serious health concerns, loss, and trauma. I utilize a number of different perspectives including...
Rachel Kremer
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Rachel Kremer
Minneapolis
Minnesota
Whatever experiences life has brought our way, we continue towards wholeness and healing. Our inner drive is towards wholeness. Within a trusting therapeutic relationship we can nurture the part of us that allows us to heal, make better decisions and achieve the goals we desire. I really believe in the power that we all have to heal, make sense of our lives, and move towards the kind of life we...
Aneisha Dunmore
Chicago
Illinois
Aneisha Dunmore
Chicago
Illinois
Perhaps you are wondering if therapy is really for you. Are you feeling overwhelmed and unable to manage the negative thoughts and overpowering emotions that are impacting your ability to live a happy and peaceful life? Your feelings are valid, and they provide you with a clue to uncover what is working in your life and what is not. The experience of being stuck in this negative emotional cycle...
Rhonda L. Smith
Tucson
Arizona
Rhonda L. Smith
Tucson
Arizona
My primary specialization in is evaluation and diagnosis of learning disabilities, anxiety, and ADHD in children and adolescents. Given my professional background as a school psychologist and teacher, I am knowledgeable about the various ways social-emotional and behavioral difficulties; developmental delays; medical conditions and chronic illness; and learning disabilities might impact a child...
Hannah is interested in helping clients reconceptualize difficult events and collaborate with people to build positive experiences through life. As a clinical social worker, Hannah looks to develop an understanding of where people are at in relation to the influences of their culture, environment, and current experiences. Hannah most frequently works with adults addressing various life...
Rachael Meir
Colorado Springs
Colorado
Rachael Meir
Colorado Springs
Colorado
I believe that people generally want to be happy, effective and successful in their lives and that they already have within themselves the capacity and potential for change and adherence to that change. People possess substantial personal expertise and wisdom regarding themselves and already “know” what they need to do. Yet, as we all can relate, doing it is easier said than done. Psychotherapy...
At AHT - Wellness Center you will experience a unique and relaxing therapy. Relief from the distress caused by anxiety, depression, PTSD, OCD, low self esteem, and stress. Adjunct therapy for physical illnesses and assistance with stop smoking are available. As one of a small select group of trained Medical Hypnoanalysis practicing in the United State, I offer a unique treatment modality that...
Cody McCall
Seattle
Washington
Cody McCall
Seattle
Washington
Feeling like the story you wrote for yourself hasn't panned out? Have you noticed that others may praise your accomplishments and you struggle to see them for yourself? What about the times when you start to think of yourself as courageous, successful, or innovated, to only be cut short by the small voice in your head saying "This still isn't good enough. You still are not good enough." Maybe y...