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
There is a lot of uncertainty in the world right now and for some it is harder to manage than others. If you are struggling emotionally, feeling down, constantly on edge, increasingly fearful or irritable, reach out for help. Stress is easier to manage with proper tools and support. Connecting with a therapist who you can trust and feel comfortable with is important. I was born and raised in...
If you are feeling overwhelmed or stressed, together we can come up with an approach to help. My many years in providing counseling and my own life’s experiences enables me to work with a variety of unique situations . Using true reflective listening and an empathetic approach will help you organize your thoughts and come up with a plan to enable you to feel more in control. Due to the...
Life can be complex, challenging and difficult to manage; however, people are the most important change agent of their life's journey, and are stronger than their circumstances with the right support. Therapy is more than managing symptoms or tolerating distress; it is an opportunity to collaboratively create a plan to help you become more successful. Human beings have an incredible ability to...
I have 19+ years of experience working with children, families, and adults from all walks of life who are working on a wide variety of personal and interpersonal concerns. I borrow from a variety of therapeutic interventions to help others deal with the difficulties they are facing. I believe in meeting people where they are and using a solution-focused, non-judgmental style to help others...
My practice is full at this time and I do not keep a waiting list / I believe that each person has inherent worth, wisdom and the capacity to develop in ways that can lead toward wholeness and renewed energy for life. My main job is to accompany your inner process and co-create a strong container where healing can take place. I believe that when we attempt to listen to psychological symptoms,...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that has experience working with children, adolescents, and adults struggling with a variety of mental health, behavioral issues, and trauma. I am also a Licensed Clinical Alcohol and Drug Counselor and am extremely passionate about helping adolescents and adults suffering from substance use disorders achieve freedom and recovery from their substance use. ...
When life gets rough, it's important to know there are safe and supportive spaces you can turn to for support. Whether you're seeking real relief from anxiety or depression, needing help establishing better boundaries, questioning your identity, sexuality, or personal relationships or just having trouble managing the day-to-day, we can help. At Life by Design Therapy we believe change is possib...
We all go through difficult times in our lives and at times we are able to overcome the challenges on our own, other times it is helpful to seek support through therapy to help acquire new skills to help us live the life we hope for ourselves. As your therapist, I’m committed to support you and walk with you through this journey to accomplish your goals. I have seven years of experience in...
Are you feeling overwhelmed with anxiety, grief or depression? Is your child or teen acting-out, isolating, or experiencing problems at school? Do you feel that you have little control over your emotions or situation? Reducing stress, peer conflict and anger in children, teens and adults is my focus. Together we will identify the negative thoughts that create adverse feelings that result in...
My work with clients is based on acceptance, collaboration, and the value of relationships. My compassionate and supportive approach, combined with curiosity rather than judgment, allows clients to feel safe enough to do the work that leads to meaningful, long-term change. In our work together, clients will be invited to lead the way with subtle guidance and direction from me. I provide therapy...
Challenged and stressed by recent events? Let's talk. Therapy provides a safe and non-judgmental environment that allows you to start creating space to face those challenges, allowing you to develop and thrive. Emotional numbing and avoidance allow us to avoid pain but also serve to keep us disconnected from happiness, resulting in shame and isolation. If you have been feeling like something is...
I enjoy working with individuals from all backgrounds and ages. I provide a therapeutic environment where the client can determine the pace and set the goals they want to work on. Gaining new perspectives and learning strategies to help build the life the client wants to live is part of my therapeutic philosophy!...
I am a clinical psychologist interested in mid life and later life issues as well as issues in rehabilitation, chronic pain, chronic illness and emotional challenges. Some of the aging process involves loss and disability and can be difficult to deal with. Since a feeling of overwhelm can bring on anxiety, depression and fear. It becomes essential to have an empathic person to share your life...
Are you trying to find a better way to truly live and experience your life in the present moment? Are you going through a difficult time? Are you stuck living everyday in the past? Whatever the reason that is bringing you here today, welcome! You are here for a reason, and I want to help you change your life. I believe in a collaborative technique, and through our work together, we will create ...
Hello, I am a therapist with an extensive history of working with clients of all ages who have had to deal with a multitude of mental health symptoms or difficulty managing the conflicts that arise for all of us as we attempt to find joy in a complicated world. My style is to be collaborative while providing culturally responsive therapeutic services to children, adolescents, families, and...
