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
Rachel has experience working with adults and adolescents. She utilizes an empathetic, trauma-informed, and culturally competent approach in her therapeutic relationships. She specializes in addressing depression, anxiety, substance use disorders, and trauma. With experience in community mental health, she is able to work effectively with clients, family members, outside physicians, and communi...
I take a holistic whole health approach to help those looking to find balance and stability within many areas of their lives including family, relationships, careers, school, identity, self-worth, and mental health symptom management. I practice with a solution focused outlook that is person centered on making goals and developing skills specific to every unique client. My specialties include...
At this time, new clients are added to a wait list. Humans are capable of accomplishing amazing feats. We all struggle with challenges, many of which present an awesome opportunity for adaptation, introspection, and growth. It is natural to seek support and counsel to navigate these challenges. I am honored to partner with clients in achieving their goals for unearthing new clarity, learning ne...
The work of a clinical neuropsychologist is to understand you - not just a neurological/medical illness. We provide functional brain/behavior/cognitive assessment for injuries such as acquired brain injury, stroke, neurologic disease as well as problems with life adjustment generally. There are limited openings for individuals seeking psychotherapy services online. Dr. English will see people...
I graduated from Andrews University (Michigan) in 2015 with a master’s degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I practiced in Maine for three years and recently moved Massachusetts. I consider myself a “New Englander” and am a die-hard fan of Boston sports teams. I enjoy my free time playing sports and spending time in nature. I have really enjoyed working as a therapist and hold a very hi...
Richard O’Garr is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a Masters in Counseling Psychology from Assumption College. He has over 15 years of experience in helping people who are struggling with a wide range issues including depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, stress, conflicts in relationships, and addiction. Richard creates an accepting and supportive environment where clients can feel...
Every individual is different, It is not easy to function with debilitating depression, anxiety or any behavioral health diagnosis. Just as one needs help and support with a medical diagnosis, we all need support with behavioral health diagnoses. I am here to offer support in a therapeutic, positive and holistic environment. To meet you where you are. To provide a judgement free zone. I use CBT...
My experience enables me to offer effective outpatient, individualized, psychological care. I treat a number of mental health disorders, and provide a neutral ground to individuals, families, children, and couples. Parenting is not an easy road to navigate. I am effective in helping parents learn new skills to help them manage behavioral concerns with children and teens; as well as teaching new...
I am an Associate Licensed Counselor (AL #C3375A) and National Board Certified Counselor (#1093526) in Daphne, AL, currently under the supervision of Cheryl Lynn Holmes, MS, LPCS (AL LPC #1762, LPCS #362). I work from integrative, health psychology and trauma-informed lenses to provide treatment that takes the body and its functioning as a whole into consideration along with your goals for best...
We all have the capacity for meaningful change and are deserving of a life of fulfillment. Sometimes we find that it can be difficult to make those changes and engage in daily living in ways that feel good to us. Barriers can show up in our lives in many ways. Maybe you have concerns with your relationships; find your mood is difficult to manage; are engaging in thoughts or behaviors that are n...
As a Clinician, I work really well with Anxiety and Depression. I have a nurturing personality that keeps my clients coming back with a since of belonging as they walk into the doors. Have you lost a loved one? Have you lost a friend? Have you even lost a dear pet? Although, it is obvious that these are different scenarios, they all bring about immense pain. Pain that I can help to guide you...
Many people seek therapy to make improvements in their lives. My goal is to help you identify and conquer what you feel is holding you back. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic and non-judgmental. My treatment approach is direct and collaborative from a holistic standpoint, which allows me to tailor each session to my clients' needs and help restore a sense of balance. I specialize in...
Are you feeling stressed or struggling emotionally? Are you going through significant life transitions? Experiencing losses? Feeling unhappy with yourself or in your relationships? Is your child or adolescent facing challenges? There is no doubt about it, we can find ourselves in difficult places as we journey through life. Most all of us have to face and go through tough times. As a seasoned...
“The past affects the present even without our being aware of it.” - Francine Shapiro I specialize in trauma-related care, whether it is a recent experience or one long ago. There are many ways trauma can come up in life: in families, medical treatments, traumatic loss, accidents, caring for others, or even in the workplace. Symptoms can be addressed, and deeper healing is possible when we get ...
Seeking help and guidance takes courage. By pursuing counseling, you have already taken the first step towards wellness. My counseling approach is strength-based and emphasizes working together to identify coping strategies to help you achieve your goals and see yourself and the world around you more clearly. My goal, as your counselor, is to guide you on your path toward self-discovery and...
