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 getting in your way of true happiness and contentment in life? What are the barriers that prevent you from being your best self? My office is a safe environment for you to explore what is keeping you from achieving your goals. We will work together to develop skills and understand the cause of the problems. My passion is working with individuals who have experienced trauma. I am trained...
Life presents us with obstacles. Some of these challenges originate in our past while others unexpectedly arise in our present. These obstacles often leave us in a state of despair, which we may experience as grief, fear or simply, "stuck". These challenges when properly analyzed, hold opportunities for self-awareness and personal growth. In our sessions, we will draw from evidence based...
I specialize in treating individuals who suffer from chronic, persistent depression or difficulty regulating emotions, and find themselves using substance abuse or other unhealthy behaviors to manage their symptoms. I join with my clients to uncover what is maintaining those unhealthy patterns and learn new skills to cope. I also work with clients to identify how developmental trauma from...
Do you feel overwhelmed with problems, grief, depression, or anxiety? Do you feel like you just can't get ahead of things or you have no one to help you? I have over 27 years of experience as mental health therapist in helping people cope with these types of problems. Life is too short to not live it to the fullest and I believe I can help you. Kind Living Therapy, LLC was established to work w...
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families experience positive life change. I treat a wide variety of issues, and hold a special place in my heart for those with deeply rooted pain and injuries from childhood trauma and or sexual abuse and am honored to share in the healing journey as we learn not just to survive, but...
Randie DeArment is a Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor who has been working in the field of health and human services since 2014. Randie not only works with clients to overcome their chemical addictions but has been trained in chronic pain management and helps that population learn tools to better manage their pain and live happy and productive lives without narcotic pain medications. Rand...
Dana Booth, LCSW specializes in grief/loss/trauma counseling with children, adolescents, adults, couples and families. Having 33 years experience in hospitals, schools, Grief Recovery Center and now private practice, I personally know how sudden, anticipated, or traumatic grief can change your world. Depression/Anxiety often accompany grief/transitions in life and it's a healthy choice to reach...
It is easy to feel stuck, confused, or overwhelmed, when dealing with the many challenges that life throws at you. Often there is not a quick and easy solution when dealing with life's more complex challenges, however having a supportive ally throughout the twists and turns can make all the difference. I am committed to supporting people who have experienced oppression, trauma, or other difficu...
My approach to psychotherapy is integrative, pragmatic, and theoretically grounded in the biopsychosocial model. When assessing clients and their treatment needs, I recognize individuals are embedded within a complex web of social relationships and are influenced by larger political, economic, and environmental forces. I specialize in treating anxiety disorders and supporting individuals during...
If you're looking for a caring, experienced, skilled and respectful therapist, you need look no further. I have years of experience in providing therapy in mental health settings and in private practice. I utilize therapeutic approaches proven to be effective (e.g.; DBT, MI, CBT, PST, Seeking Safety for trauma and substance abuse, etc.). I am known for my ability to connect with my clients in a...
Kimberly Beatty is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been working in social services since 2004. Her career began as a psychiatric technician and she has worked at various positions since then gaining experience from all perspectives of the treatment arena from front line staff to program director positions. Kimberly specializes in co-occurring disorders and is passionate about helping...
Ivette draws on holistic, humanistic, Depth Psychology, feminist, empowerment, and Eastern/Western philosophical orientations in her therapeutic work. She is trained in arts for healing plus is a yoga instructor. Ivette specializes in trauma work, anxiety, depression and self-discovery through art, yoga, bibliotherapy and spirituality. She has a background in Ericksonian Hypnosis, Rapid Trauma...
I have a passion for working with premarital and marital couples. I understand that couples' ability or inability to communicate and problem solve will be passed on to the next generation. It is essential that couples know how to honor one another, navigate their differences and teach that process to their children so they can help bring about proper civility and respect to the world. I desire ...
Are you feeling alone with your struggles? Are you open to change? I am an accepting and committed therapist with 25-years experience serving clients from many cultural backgrounds. My clients struggle to adjust to major life changes, loss, trauma, conflicts with their spouse or families. Many of my clients live with post-traumatic stress. Often these symptoms stem from anger, abuse, violence, ...
I help moms, women and teenagers overcome their deepest, darkest struggles by sorting through things that feel overwhelming, increasing insight into personal characteristics, learning how to cope with what's difficult and letting go of afflictions on repeat in their heads. Clients leave with increased self-confidence, a sense of hope and new skills to handle difficulties long term. Mostly, they...
