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 am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and have a certification in Palliative and End of Life care. I am also a certified Grief Counselor with extensive experience working adults, teenagers, elderly, children, couples, and families. I specialize in eating disorders, grief, pain management, chronic disease, addictions, infertility and pregnancy loss, cancer, anxiety, sexuality, life transitions,...
**I am currently full and NOT accepting new clients** I aim to develop a non judgmental and collaborative environment with each client so they can feel comfortable discussing what brought them to therapy, identify their goals, and build upon strengths. Using an integrative and strengths based approach, I employ elements of Cognitive and Dialectical Behavior therapies to respond to the unique ne...
My primary goal is to make you feel heard, seen, and understood. I help my clients tap into the resources and resiliency they already have to figure out how they can support themselves and ask for support from others. I work in a collaborative way with you to determine how you want to dig in with therapy and what works for you. You will learn to harness your existing strengths towards achieving...
It gets easier from here... You've already taken the biggest step, which is deciding something needs to change. From here, I'll help you focus on identifying and prioritizing what needs to be addressed, give you tools you can use start using after our first session together, and act as your source of accountability and encouragement as you move forward. All of this done with the highest levels ...
At Before & After Counseling LLC I am interested in working with people who want to change or who desire support in the struggles they are encountering. I work with adolescents to older adults offering a supportive, caring, comfortable, and safe environment where a therapeutic relationship is the first step in your journey to your ultimate goal. I have over 20 years experience working in the...
During two decades of practicing as a board-certified Internal Medicine physician, I became increasingly interested in the psychological and emotional impact of disease on patients and their families. This led me to train as a therapist and get my license in Marriage and Family Therapy. Since 2011 I have seen patients in a practice which integrates the disciplines of physical and mental health,...
I focus on helping clients discover core strengths and achieve greater self-awareness. I believe that when negative patterns are identified, clients can begin the process of uncovering root causes of dissatisfaction. In a safe and non-judgmental environment, clients can learn new tools and make conscious choices to create healthy relationships and improve overall well-being. I look holistically...
Hi, I'm Brandy, and I want to thank you for taking the time to invest in you. For making you and/or your family health a priority. You may or may not know exactly what you're looking for, but you're on the right track. Something innate led you to this spot in life, and I'd love for you to go with it. Following your unique path sometimes means sharing the burden and asking for a little help. I'm...
It takes real courage to seek help, so I greatly value your trust. I specialize in working with individuals, couples and families seeking ways to navigate past experiences, trauma, addiction, chronic illness, negative behaviors and unhelpful communication patterns. Offering compassion and confidentiality, I see each client as having unique strengths and the ability to discover and move toward t...
Initiating therapy may feel intimidating, but it can be a big step toward being the person you want to be with the relationships you deserve to have. I find a great deal of joy in helping clients feel empowered in their own lives. I view therapy as a two-way street in which I use evidence-based strategies from CBT, narrative, EMDR, DBT, and similar modalities to help you reach your goals. Sessi...
Being human can be as amazing and wonderful as it can be challenging and confusing. Navigating personal burdens such as depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, addictions, and relationship strains can be especially difficult when feeling stuck, alone, or misunderstood. I believe that upon looking deeply into these challenges, we actually stand to gain a great deal from them, and that having the rig...
Are sadness, frustration, insecurity, relationship struggles, stress or a painful past keeping you from happiness, success and satisfaction in your life? Are your own unhelpful thoughts, perspectives and behaviors? I can help. I have enjoyed helping people of various ages, ethic, spiritual, and economic backgrounds and diverse sexual/gender orientations/ presentations live peaceful, effective a...
Do you feel ineffective in your life - overwhelmed or stuck? Do you have difficulty making decisions or struggle to follow through with your intentions? Those who are willing to explore their psychology and implement strategies can build lasting and meaningful change. I earnestly believe that working together, we can construct your path towards genuine fulfilling living. I establish a place you...
You are on the verge of taking a brave step. Perhaps you have encountered a new challenge, or have realized you need a new way of coping with an old problem. Often this is a moment of crisis, and at the same time, an opportunity to learn and to grow. I am passionate about working with clients who are in the process of coping with major life changes. If a medical condition (e.g. traumatic brain...
What a difficult time we are all facing. This pandemic has tested many of us, our coping skills, our emotional reserves and our ability to stay grounded while everything around us is rapidly changing. I know you are trying your best to get through every day. Maybe some days you just need someone to talk to, other days you need help to sort it all out. I can help. My multidisciplinary approach c...
