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
When we battle consistent feelings of emotional pain all alone, a very heavy inescapable sense of hopelessness can take over. In this isolation with the world feeling so far outside of us, the idea of feeling better becomes impossible to grasp. I believe the human sense of hope is linked to our overall sense of health. With over 30 years of experience working as a medical doctor, I became...
Many of my clients are parents and professionals in high-stress careers who may also struggle with anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, insomnia, fatigue, headaches, back pain, digestive, and cardiac-related health problems. Working with diverse populations in a variety of health care settings has allowed me to develop a range of skills to integrate into therapy. My approach is...
**Offering Telehealth Sessions** I work with adults dealing with anxiety and depression, low self-esteem, interpersonal conflicts, and grief. Navigating life's obstacles can be overwhelming, so my goal as a therapist is to provide you with a safe space where we can have an open conversation without fear of judgment, where we can delve into difficult issues, and help you to develop new coping...
Are you someone facing challenges with school, relationships, or transitions? Are you looking for life coaching or support with executive functioning, IEPs, or 504 Plans? I enjoy helping individuals with diverse needs including anxiety and depression, learning disabilities, ADHD, autism spectrum disorder, health issues, self advocacy and more. Would you like to feel better and set reasonable go...
I strive to provide a warm, respectful, comfortable environment for you to explore your life and areas of discontent. I believe people can benefit from therapy at any stage in life, things come up and often we need a sounding board to gain insight into our future goals or past experiences. When something is off in our lives, it is difficult to figure out how to move forward to achieve balance. ...
I have always been immensely passionate about mental health. As someone who has undergone her own adversities, I can sincerely say that I know how elusive achieving change and growth can be, but I also know that change is possible. Navigating through the difficulties and stressors that life inevitably brings us can be challenging and difficult to do alone. I am a motivated and compassionate...
At The River Wellness LLC, we aim to help our clients move forward from their problems and reestablish their personal, professional, and social connections. We provide our clients with the necessary comprehensive therapy, counseling, and consulting services they seek. In order to help them recover, we strive to give individuals, couples, and families a safe space where they can feel at ease wit...
One of the goals of counseling is to gain knowledge and insight into problematic behaviors, beliefs, feelings, and relationship issues. I believe that a person can come into the knowledge of self to regain control, motivation, and self-worth to reach their full potential. In this I believe in establishing realistic and achievable goals for individuals and families that will bring forth true...
Imagine what your life could be after taking a leap of faith. The first step is always the hardest but if it changes your life for the better why not see where it leads you. Whether you suffer from depression and anxiety, ADHD or codependency issues I can help. I have helped build confidence, improve assertion and self esteem. I have helped decrease co-dependence and build independence. Reach o...
At my core, I am an artist and believe in creating the sacred space necessary for intentional healing. My approach is strength-based and person-centered. I also draw from evidence-based modalities such as Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Systems Theory to address individual needs. As a Licensed Professional Counselor certified in CBT with o...
Our overall focus is on helping women be well—physically, emotionally, spiritually, socially. Women have many obligations and roles they fill. Our psychotherapy services are geared toward helping women find a balance between self-care and their responsibilities. We want to provide an oasis where women can focus on health and wellness in a way that makes it convenient and accessible. If that's t...
No matter what you are facing we are so glad you're here! When Wildflower Center for Counseling was established there was a strong desire to create a homelike atmosphere – welcoming, comfortable, and lacking the rigidity which can often be present in doctor offices. This focus has remained the same as the practice continues to grow; however, the atmosphere is only part of the equation – the oth...
Life is hard. Therapy can help. I provide no-cost, mobile mental health counseling and psychotherapy to people on Medicare. We meet in the comfort of your home, and Medicare pays the bill. Whether you need help navigating a short term crisis, or you want to take a deep dive into existential questions about the meaning of life, therapy can help. My approach to therapy is holistic, growth-oriente...
You want to make changes in your world, but you feel overwhelmed. Feelings of stress and anxiety leave you unsure of where to even start. You would like to talk to someone, but you are afraid of being misunderstood and judged. The loneliness from not being able to open up about what is happening just creates more helplessness, confusion, and pain. Whether you are struggling with anxiety,...
