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
Do you feel like you’re not being heard by your partner? Or not appreciated? Whether aimed at addressing small issues or dealing with potentially relationship-breaking challenges, therapy can help you each feel valued, heard, and connected. In a non-judgmental, supportive environment I meet with couples or individuals online from all over Florida, in the privacy of their own homes. We dive deep...
I have several approaches to addressing the needs of individuals, couples, and families. These approaches address a wide range of mental, emotional, and health issues. Common issues include depression, anxiety, stress, and relationship issues. After assessment I suggest which approaches would be most beneficial to long term resolution. Therapy may involve traditional therapy, Emotional Freedom...
I take a somewhat novel approach to therapy, and I work best with individuals experiencing high levels of stress and anxiety due to anxiety disorders, life transitions, trauma and relationship issues. I work to help people overcome anxiety in order to find deeper connections, and live a fuller, more meaningful, and more productive lifestyle. I enjoy working with individuals who live both...
As a counselor, my primary clinical focus is upon eating disorders (anorexia, bulimia, & binge-eating) & body image; trauma, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), & dissociative disorders; anxiety disorders (generalized anxiety, social anxiety, & panic attacks) and healthy aging and life transitions. I utilize the evidence based treatments of Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Interpersonal...
Over the years, I have recognized that each of us has a wisdom that resides within.This wisdom within our mind/body system holds the solution. We are designed for balance- yes, we do get off-balance. I will help you understand what your body/mind is attempting to communicate. It is often a simple process. We all have beliefs that originate from our culture, our society, and our family. Some...
At this time of coronavirus you may be a mix of emotions: scared, angry, lonely, and stressed. You may have lost income due to a layoff or worry that this is in your near future. You may long for life to go back to “normal” when people weren’t hoarding toilet paper. Every cough or sneeze may worry you. Having to educate your children at home can take energy and mental strength you don’t have. H...
I have a few openings in my practice starting the beginning of the year 2021. I provide a time limited (20-35 session) structured approach to processing past trauma, current stress, and anxiety about the future. My approach integrates Eye Movement Reprocessing and Desensitization (EMDR) and mindfulness techniques into talk therapy. Using this process we will examine how past experiences impact...
As a hypnotherapist I work mostly with clients who want to change unwanted behaviors like quitting smoking and losing weight. Presently, I have trained in a program called Virtual Gastric Band which is using the mind to help constrict the amount and type of food ingested. In addition I am using a highly successful method to support people to stop smoking. Several other areas I work with are...
My great passion is bringing healing to people who have been through a traumatic or life limiting experience. I help my clients who include children, adults and families, to find healthy perceptions of themselves and strengthen their relationships so they can know themselves as peaceful, complete, whole and safe. I know that no single approach is the right one for every individual, and so I hav...
Relationship issues? Trouble communicating? Anger? Depression? Anxiety? Low self-esteem? Sometimes we need help from a professional to cope with life's challenges. I don't use a "cookie-cutter" approach to psychotherapy. I tailor my approach to meet my client's needs. My goal is to help you develop life-changing habits to help you cope with life's obstacles. I will create a warm, supportive...
I grew up moving around the world and saw a universal theme emerge: people desire to be fully known and loved. When pain, fear, shame and conflict prevent us from connecting to our true self, we feel alone - unable to fully give and receive love. I provide quality, professional counseling for people of all races, ages, and persuasions. If you feel that your life's path is in need of direction, ...
**Not currently accepting new clients** Empathy and self-compassion are the basis of my therapeutic approach where we will focus on building a safe and trusting therapeutic relationship. Especially during this time, you might be finding it hard to manage stress and constantly feeling restless. Change and growth may feel unwelcome, yet you might find that your usual ways of coping aren’t holding...
I believe everything can be healed. Your journey of reflection and release is rich to behold. We all need a witness to verify our experience, to clarify our purpose, and to find more room for love. Whether you would like to process a nagging pattern, relationship, or soul's desire, I am here to support your understanding of your inner knowing. I enjoy working with both individuals and couples, ...
My target market are Men and Women, ages 14-99, Military and Civilian. I enjoy working with African-American and Latino American women. As an LCSW with over 20 years experience, I have a plethora of experience counseling clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, childhood trauma, self-esteem, relational conflict, etc. I use words life "Different" not "Disorder" when speaking to my clients....
