Are You Struggling With Chronic Disease and Illness Management?

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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

Life can be very stressful as you try to navigate through numerous challenges and struggles. I have worked extensively with clients who have experienced anxiety, depression, family discord, marital/relationship issues, chronic health issues and life transitions. As your therapist, I will provide a nurturing, empathic and insightful therapeutic experience. I will communicate with your psychiatri...
I am humbled to work in a profession where I am often the first person to bear witness to stories of strength, transition, pain, loss and celebration from diverse populations; individuals, couples, LGBTQ populations and families in need of tools to better understand, navigate, balance and enjoy their lives. It is both a science and an art to be able to counsel effectively. I specialize in Sex...

Hollie Schmid

Chicago

Illinois

NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS! I work with individuals and couples struggling with anxiety, depression, and low self-esteem. Common problems I assist with in couple's therapy include; tackling communication barriers, rebuilding the 'spark,' managing post-partum, and addressing one another's emotional needs. My passion comes from helping people pave their way to growth and happiness. The process of...
Do you find yourself struggling with anxiety and depression? Often, but not always, these conditions are related to major life transitions or other challenging stressors. In a non-judgemental and compassionate manner, I help people identify their role in these struggles and offer guidance towards their resolution. During our sessions, I will support you in confronting these issues using techniq...
Are you experiencing feelings of abandonment, rejection, worthlessness, helplessness and hopelessness. Are you at a crossroad in life and you don't know what to do? Do you feel like your relationship seems stagnant? Whether your struggles are trauma, grief, relationships, self-esteem, depression, anxiety or any other mental health issues I would love to help you. I will use the experience I've...
**I'm not currently accepting new clients.** I specialize in women’s mental health and provide supportive, strengths-based therapy for women dealing with a variety of issues. I know you are the expert on your own life and I view therapy as a collaborative process to help deepen your awareness and understanding. I incorporate elements of many types of therapy, including psychodynamic and cogniti...
I work with a variety of clients to include clients who are going through life transitions to clients with mental health disorders. Client focus includes individuals, couples, and families. The treatment plans will be developed based on what the client would like to change within their life and mental health functioning. I have a Master's degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a...
Are you entering a new life transitions, and need some direction? Do you feel that you are in pain as a couple or in a family situation? Please reach out to me today. I would welcome the opportunity of working with you. I have always felt that my passion in life was to offer support to others and to suggest alternative choices in life. I have a Master's degree in Social Work with a focus on...
As a client, you will experience a warm, welcoming, friendly, and open therapeutic relationship. Each client is an unique individual; therefore, I work extremely hard to meet you where you are and assist you with making the change you desire. Changing requires patience, determination, dedication, and commitment to the therapeutic process. I hope all my clients are willing to be resilient on thi...
I will not be taking on new clients at this time. Sorry for any inconvenience. Please check back soon. It is my belief that the therapeutic relationship is important to promote change. Change happens in an accepting and nonjudgmental environment. I have a Master's Degree in Community Counseling and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania. I work with individuals with depression,...
** Currently not accepting new clients. ** I believe you can promote wellness in your life. I have deep respect for the client's I work with and believe choosing therapy is a healthy act of growth. My style is to create a collaborative, respectful, and compassionate relationship in which we explore both your challenges and your strengths. I emphasize a whole-person integrative treatment plan...

Katie Casey

Nashville

Tennessee

Therapy is all about healing. Healing from the past, old wounds, thoughts or feelings that aren't serving you anymore. So often, we have learned various ways of living to get through the days, to cope, but it's surviving and not truly living. For most, facing those things seems scary and that fear keeps them from living the life they want. I see my role as a therapist is to foster a space of...

Salley A Wallin

Tucson

Arizona

As an experienced psychotherapist with extensive training in integrative behavioral health, I enjoy providing a supportive and collaborative space for growth, healing and creative possibilities. The core of our work together will focus on helping you to gain understanding, resilience and ultimately a greater sense of overall well-being. Making the decision to address emotional distress is a...
I have worked with all age groups ranging from 3 years old up to 70 years of age. I have worked in a variety of settings such as schools, daycare, homes, group homes, inpatient, and outpatient facilities. My goal is to help the client identify problematic behavior patterns and reflect on how experiences influence behaviors. I provide clients with a safe environment to open up about their proble...
Therapy is a relational dynamic process. I work to create a nurturing, compassionate, safe space that honors individual healing processes. My integrative holistic approach to psychotherapy means that I combine attachment theory, neuroscience, cognitive behavioral theory, and psychodynamic theory with the wisdom and insights from mindfulness-based practices, creative expression, and nature. Work...