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 provide therapy to individuals, couples/intimate partners, and families of all kinds, with a focus on alternative sexualities and lifestyles. I am affirming of LGBTQ/queer identities, kink and D/S lifestyle relationships, sex work, and polyamory/consensual non-monogamy. As a feminist transman, my work is informed by intersectionality and motivated by personal experience with the communities I...
My 31 years of experience have entailed providing both psychotherapeutic counseling as well as case mgmt support to disabled & elderly clients, Hospice & dialysis social work. I work with adults of all ages. Each decade has its own challenges. Anxiety, depression, addictions, insecurities, relational issues, health and other issues of all kinds can hamper us at any age. For my clients, I love t...
Many kinds of difficulties and pain can lead a person to seek counseling. The most important thing is you made that first step. From here, you begin an experience of self-discovery and growth. Whatever is troubling you, you are already one step closer to resolving it just by starting your search for the right counselor. I am excited to join you in your task and help you with whatever you may ne...
Alexis earned her bachelors degree in Psychology from Rutgers University in 2007 and her masters degree in Mental Health Counseling and Behavioral Medicine from the Boston University School of Medicine in 2009. Since obtaining her masters, Alexis has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and families who are dealing with any number of mental health concerns. Whether it be in a school,...
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate...
I specialize in helping people at a time of transition, new job, adjustment to medical diagnosis (for you or a loved one) work stress/changes and relationship issues. I also address anxiety and helping people when they feel stuck as it relates to goals. I utilize an eclectic approach that can be tailored to your needs. I do lean pretty heavily on CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), and ACT...
I am a warm and empathic therapist who will help you to see and grow into your best self and improve your day-to-day life. I believe that a person is more than just the sum of their parts, that people have many levels of self-awareness, that we have free will and participate, rather than simply observe our lives, and that we all have purpose, value, and meaning. We can choose happiness and...
Are you an adolescent or adult struggling with anxiety, depression or past trauma and feeling overwhelmed? You are not alone. Do you want tools to cope with these issues, get back in the driver's seat, and regain a sense of control or direction in your life? I am here to create a treatment plan that is catered to where you are and what feels right for you. By listening compassionately and teach...
My ideal client is motivated to improve their situation. They may be dealing with depression or anxiety around issues of grief and loss, family concerns, LGBT issues or may just not know why things aren't going well I have over 25 years working as a therapist. I am strength based and believe we need to change the negative messages we tell ourselves to begin to change. I have worked with childre...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! As a therapist, I try to have an eclectic approach to providing services for clients, since just having a single therapeutic approach does not work for everyone. I have found that coming from Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy and Motivational Interviewing approaches can be beneficial for clients looking to manage their symptoms or make changes in their lives. I utilize a...
Life can be really hard when a death, loss, or traumatic event takes place. It can be especially hard to pick up the pieces and know how to move on from the event and find a "new normal". No matter who you are and no matter the dilemma; I am happy to serve you. My hope is to help you find happiness and purpose in life again. Through therapy, I will help you process the trauma and find a new nor...
Chances are that you are here because something is not working in your life. Perhaps a toxic relationship, harmful behavior, or unhelpful thinking pattern. Maybe it is low self-esteem or general uncertainty. Whatever the case, I recognize the courage it takes to ask for help. I hope to meet your courage with relentless support. With over a decade of experience as a yoga teacher, I have special...
I believe in your innate wisdom and inner resilience. Are the old ways not working for you anymore? I am ready to be with you on your new path as your witness, guide, and co-creator. I believe you have the capacity to hold life’s multitudes AND draw important boundaries. I believe you are ready to release what no longer serves you to make space for alignment and healing. My practice integrates...
From the outside it looks like you have it all together - you’re the “go-to” friend, a devoted son/daughter and loving girlfriend/boyfriend, a top ranked analyst, a successful start-up founder - but on the inside you are often struggling to hold it all together. Friends and family praise your accomplishments, and you think to yourself “if only they really knew”. If this feels like you, know tha...
Are you looking to make a change in your life? Entering therapy can be an important step in that process. I look to empower individuals and families to tap into and enhance their inner strength and make the changes they desire. I strive to create a warm, nurturing environment in which people feel comfortable being vulnerable, processing difficult emotions, and practicing the skills needed to ma...
