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 welcome you to taking the first step to supporting your individual/couple/family mental/emotional needs. It is a huge step and I am here to support you in your therapeutic process. I am bilingual (English/Spanish) LMFT in the state of CA & WA. I have extensive knowledge, training, and experience working with children, adults, families, and couples on a broad range of issues particularly traum...
I believe you. Whatever you are going through is real. No one asks to be abused. We all deserve the right to live our life free of emotional, physical, sexual and structural violence. My work focuses on helping you thrive through whatever it is you are experiencing. It's not just about coping with our stressors, our symptoms, our problems, our traumas - it's about learning how to thrive in spit...
Are you a teen struggling with body image, identity, and school, or a parent trying hard to meet both your own and your family’s needs? Are you balancing raising your children while also caring for aging parent/s? Maybe you find yourself always fighting “the system” and are exhausted from defending your own or your family’s right to exist. I can support you as you explore your current narrative...
*SESSIONS AVAILABLE AFTER 5 AND ON SATURDAYS* Living a human life is fraught with painful experiences, just by its nature, and not because we are doing anything wrong. Whether that manifests as sadness, loneliness, guilt, shame, boredom, numbness, stagnation, anxiety, or fear, when these feelings appear, they can leave us feeling trapped and powerless in the face of the many challenges of life....
Hi! I'm here to help you make change, reach goals, strengthen your ability to work through difficult emotions and situations. I'm here to help build inner strength and change the way you interact with the world and how the world interacts with you. No matter what you've experienced or what diagnosis you deal with on a daily basis, I can help support you in finding your inner strength to walk...
Are you looking to cope with anxiety or depression due to age related stressors, overwhelming caregiver responsibilities, or female issues. Do you want to feel validated and heard during sessions? I believe the pursuit of happiness is something we all want and you can find it through therapy. Women’s issues can affect a female at their core. If you have a goal to connect with your body, learn t...
Do you ever feel like your dysfunction has taken over your life? Does it seem like it is getting harder to cope with this fast-paced world? Sometimes life just seems too scary to handle. The truth is, there is extreme pressure these days. Don't you wish you could wave a magic wand and the anxiety, depression, PTSD just disappears? You are not alone! Life can feel like too much at times. Take a...
Do you ever feel stuck, not sure how to reach your goals? Do issues of life and health and work get in your way? Could you use some support as you identify your goals and challenges and find a path forward? I specialize in a holistic approach to mental health and in building a healthy life that includes meaningful work, a living wage and accommodations for disability when needed. I use person...
I work with clients who want to be more effective at meeting life's challenges. I see people facing grief and loss, who are in the midst of life transitions. I prefer to work with individuals, primarily adults, including elders, and teenagers. I practice person to person therapy. I believe that each of us has the capacity to heal and that we can be helped to use our inner resources and strength...
If you are experiencing challenges in your life - relationship problems, job stressors, or going through a life transition that may be causing distress - I can assist you with your change process. With 20 years experience, my belief is that therapeutic change comes about through forming and experiencing a trusting, emotionally safe relationship and in the context of that relationship, increasin...
Empowering YOU to heal from trauma. Whether at the start of life in the NICU, managing chronic illnesses, traumatic accidents, or navigating caregiving and end of life planning, I am here to help you BloOM despite the murky waters of life! I use a Trauma-Focused combined approaches: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT), Acceptance Commitment Therapy (ACT) and...
Dr. Brett Engle is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of Florida and has been a therapist for over 20 years. He is a motivational interviewing trainer and trauma specialist. Dr. Engle treats emotional disturbances of all kinds, many of which are based in traumatic experiences. Dr. Engle obtained his bachelors in psychology and masters in social work from Boise State University. He...
Hello. I am a licensed independent clinical social worker in the Greater Boston area. I received my B.A. in Society and Health in 2008 from Simmons University. After graduating from undergrad, I worked in retail for two years while looking for opportunities to volunteer with different non-profit organizations in Boston. I was accepted into the Clinical Social Work program in Fall 2010. I gradua...
Let us work together toward your liberation. Our world is an incredibly difficult place to live and an even harder place in which to thrive. Whether you suffer from depression, anxiety, disordered eating, or any other problem, I will make your health and well being my priority. As a therapist, I work from a social justice lens and strive to meet each individual, relationship, and family where t...
In a world where we focus on building strong physical health, solid educational backgrounds and financial fitness, our emotional health and relationships may not always take precedence. However, I believe mental health is just as important. Whether you’re looking to improve your relationships, emotional wellbeing, or seek help with specific challenges, therapy is a great place to start. As a...
