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
The decision to enter treatment is a significant first step towards the healing process. The importance of building a therapeutic relationship with the adult, child, teen, and family is essential and reflects my therapeutic approach to relationship building. Whether through verbal and/or nonverbal forms of communication, I try to help individuals better understand their challenges and help find...
My passion is helping couples and families explore and improve their relationships. Using Emotion Focused Therapy you will mend broken relationships so love, connection, and safety can be restored. When working with individuals I use a holistic approach and choose treatment models that are best suited for my client's situation including Christian counseling when requested. Being accepting and...
2020 has been a particularly difficult year, for all of us. As such, anxiety, depression, panic, feelings of grief/loss, despair, are all common symptoms that we would expect from events from this year. You are not alone, and seeking help is the first step. Clients who have goals of permanent healing, growth and change do very well with the therapies I use. In session the client identifies what...
I believe that all people are doing the best that they can, and are striving to achieve maximum happiness and life satisfaction. However, there are often difficulties in life that prevent us from fully realizing that potential. My objective as a therapist is to help you move through the things that are blocking you from optimal wellness. I use a trauma-informed approach and take an integrative...
Examining thoughts, feelings, and emotions connected to old patterns is a path that leads to self-discovery and understanding of current functioning. I am a Clinical Psychologist with over six years of experience in the field. My work spans across different developmental stages from adolescence to late adulthood, including group therapy work and couples therapy. Likely, the hardest part is...
Welcome! As a clinical psychologist with specialized training in evidence-based practice, a major focus of my work is to deliver an efficacious treatment customized to meet the unique needs of each client. This framework allows for targeted symptom improvement, while supporting the growth of each client within their individual worldviews. I am dedicated to working with individuals, couples, and...
Welcome! My name is Vienna and I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor. If you are reading this, you have taken the first step to making positive changes in your life! I believe that each of us are unique and we each have something special to offer the world. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, or other concerns, my mission is to assist you in becoming your truest self and bein...
I work with clients who are looking to transform their lives and are motivated to change. Clients who are struggling with depression, grief, trauma, anxiety, substance use, or intimacy issues are encouraged to reach out and find the support they need. I also offer in-home and telehealth sessions for clients who are unable to visit my office in Kapa'a. For the majority of my life, I have been...
I'm a licensed clinical psychologist who specializes in evidence-based psychotherapy for adolescents, adults, couples and families. I have an expertise in evaluating and treating anxiety, depression, trauma, current life stressors and transitions, grief, loss, and relationship difficulties. I also have specialized training and experience in working with mental health issues across the female...
If you're a new client, I'll walk you through each initial step in getting started. With 30 years experience, I work with adults who are living with depression, anxiety, grief, life transitions and relationship issues. I enjoy working with couples who desire to improve communication and enhance emotional bonds. My practice embraces the richness of cultural and gender diversity. I will listen,...
I'm a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate working with adults and teens experiencing a myriad of issues. As an Adlerian counselor, I recognize that you are the expert of your own life and help you to find answers and insight within yourself. Within that scope, I offer the following specialties: spiritual and cultural exploration, trauma healing, emotion regulation, career counseling, gen...
Are you feeling stuck in an unsatisfying relationship, unsure of how to enhance it? Perhaps your relationship in general is wonderful, but your sexual relationship isn't what you desire? Or maybe you'd like to improve something specific about your sexual functioning? We can work together to gain clarity and find solutions for these common concerns. I have years of extensive clinical experience ...
The experience of life has many emotions...joy, excitement, fear, sadness, or grief, to name just a few. When negative emotions become overwhelming, it helps to talk to someone who can be objective, unbiased, and supportive. My aim in therapy is to explore the feelings defining your life, from your perspective, while in a safe and caring environment. Together, we'll explore your existing streng...
Greetings, I have a MSW from Boston University and a BS in Child Development and Family Relations from the University of Rhode Island. I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. Since obtaining my MSW I have worked in a Family Service agency counseling children and adults, as a care coordinator for high risk pregnant women in a prenatal clinic located in the inner-city of Providence, a...
I am a bilingual (English/Spanish) Licensed Mental Health Counselor in the state of New York and specialize in working with the adult population. My belief is that self-healing encompasses the mind and body and that the clients are the experts in their journey. While therapy is a growth and self-discovery process, in my sessions I promote behavioral transformation by encouraging a positive outl...
