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
What is the secret you keep from everyone that you are sure, if they knew, would make you less than okay in their eyes? What is the stuck place that keeps you from moving forward in your life? If you have not yet given up and have reached the point of seeking help, you are already in the process of change. If you are ready to take the next steps, I would love to help you build toward a more...
Everything about our lives is centered in relationship; knowing how to effectively initiate and maintain supportive, enjoyable and mutually satisfying relationships will serve us throughout our lives. But this doesn't happen without many ups and downs, some of which benefit from including a supportive, objective and helpful therapist. If you are wishing to improve your thinking, your skill in...
Accepting New Patients- I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker servicing Tampa, Florida and the surrounding areas. I believe that each person is the expert of their life, and I strive to meet each person where they are with no judgement and no preconceived ideas. Counseling is not about labeling problems. Instead, it is about finding solutions and coping mechanisms. I work with children, teens,...
I provide individual, couples, and group therapy utilizing various therapeutic techniques tailored to the needs of each client. I work with both children and adults offering a compassionate and empathetic approach. In sessions, I collaboratively work with every client to help meet or exceed expected therapeutic goals and objectives. In individual therapy, I offer a unique therapeutic approach...
People seek therapy for many different reasons. For some people, there are feelings of unhappiness that go back to childhood. For others, help is needed to cope with challenges that come up such as family conflict, parenting stress, grief and loss, feeling "stuck", or anxious. Through therapy, you will find a safe and supportive environment where you can explore the issues troubling you, and gr...
The world we are living in right now is an exceptionally challenging one. I offer impactful psychological evaluations and transformative psychotherapy to help you or your child reach your fullest potential. With a unique understanding of clinical neuropsychology, clinical psychology, and school psychology, I develop succinct, actionable assessments that result in meaningful accommodations and...
*Video sessions only* *Currently not accepting new clients* Hi! I'm Jen, and I am a psychotherapist with licensure in MA and CA. I work with individual adults, couples and relationship groups, and specialize in anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic illness, working with LGBTQIA+ clients, gender identity, and relationship issues. I additionally specialize in working with those who identify as...
Can talking about your problems really make things better? Well, sometimes a thoughtful structured approach to life's challenges can be very helpful. But sometimes talking just doesn't seem to make our lives different. When we go through something challenging, upsetting, or overwhelming, our bodies are involved in the response. This means to resolve the issue, our bodies need to be involved in...
Do you sometimes feel like life is just too hard? Do you sometimes daydream about giving up? Have you experienced things that have caused you shame and guilt, and just do not feel safe sharing? "Just because you fell in the dirt doesn't mean you have to live in the dirt!" (Dr. Evans) Let me help you out of the dirt! I use a variety of evidence-based modalities to give you a real and noticeable...
Are you feeling stuck and frustrated with patterns of behavior that are not working for you and keep you from having a more satisfying life? You could have negative thought patterns, weighed down with feelings of grief and loss, depression, mania or anger. Are you struggling with your role as a parent, partner, a friend, lover, worker or son/daughter? I am interested in helping you increase you...
Welcome, I am currently accepting new clients! I am in network with Aetna and can provide video sessions in Georgia and Florida. Outdoor therapy may also a great option for those near the Decatur, GA area. My primary specialty is grief and loss. I also work with maternal mental health, general and social anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns. I welcome LGBTQ community members,...
My work is focused on anxiety, including panic, stress, social anxiety, OCD, and posttraumatic stress. I also help people with issues that often come with anxiety, including insomnia, depression, alcohol/substance use, and a desire for greater resilience. I primarily offer cognitive-behavioral therapies with good scientific support. When life gets tough, it can help to have someone on our side ...
I enjoy working with individuals who experience a range of gender identity needs and LGBTQA identified individuals. I believe everyone should be afforded the sensitivity and respect to forge their own journey and improve functioning. My hope is to help all my clients succeed towards their personal goals and create a future in which they feel hopeful. My treatment history includes working on tra...
All people are innately good and have the ability to heal themselves. Stressors are ever present in our everyday lives and are manifested through multiple ways. While these stressors can be the genesis of our problems, they are also the catalyst to starting the healing process. After making the decision to seek counseling and wellness care, the second most critical step is who will provide this...
If you are struggling with emotional issues, stressful life experiences or feel a sense of disconnection, connecting with a therapist can help to alleviate your suffering. With me you will be able to explore difficult thoughts and feelings, challenge patterns and behaviors that might not be serving you or reflect on your relationships in a safe and supportive space. I care about the relationshi...
