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
[At capacity right now] Often, behaviors that limit us result from beliefs and feelings of which which we are not aware. To this end, my approach goes beyond coping strategies; I offer therapy that focuses on how we relate to ourselves and others as the key to a more fulfilled life. I believe that what creates disconnection in our relationships is not always obvious and that conventional knowle...
At JFS we strive to have a holistic approach to counseling, focusing on the individual needs of each of our clients. We have several therapist with a wide array of expertise. Ashlyn Douglass-Barnes, LCSW, Clinical Supervisor practice focus is perinatal mood disorders, bariatric concerns, and LEO/first responders. Dorrit Ram, LCSW’s practice focus is adults with development delays/ASD, and anxie...
I have found the heart of therapeutic work lies in meeting clients where they are and supporting individuals as they identify what they already know to be true. I view every client through a strengths-based, trauma informed, and holistic lens. I believe in a compassionate, integrative approach to managing life's challenges and overwhelm with a focus on mindfulness-based work. I also strongly...
It takes courage to seek help when you are suffering. Taking steps to improve the quality of your life is one of the most valuable gifts you can give yourself. I believe it is the job of a therapist to help people on their journey and that the therapeutic relationship is an essential part of this process. The therapist must create an environment of trust where it feels safe to explore thoughts ...
I am a clinical psychologist and I provide individual, couples and group therapy to young adults and adults. I also received my credentialing as a Diplomate in Comprehensive Energy Psychology (DCEP) in 2017 and I have been training and working in the area of Energy Psychology since 2012. Energy psychology addresses the relationship of energy systems to emotion, cognition, behavior and health....
Does life feel overwhelming and not how you imagined it would be? Do you feel like you are a human "doing" instead of a human "being"? Do you feel anxious or depressed, hoping that happiness will come when people or circumstances change? Ultimately, you are the only person who has the ability to make the changes necessary to find inner peace and balance in your life. Let's work together to...
I know that therapy helps to change lives. I have practiced as a therapist in the valley for over 25 years and have worked with many clients and have seen their transformations occur after partnering together and putting the tools in place that we provide in therapy. From the waiting room, to the first time I meet with a client, to our sessions together, my clients are provided a therapeutic...
With over 30 years experience in working with children, I am suited for helping with both diagnostic and therapeutic needs for children. Widely versed in interventions for children with ADHD, ASD, mood regulation issues and interfacing with school staff around educational issues. Also experienced in forensic evaluations when a child's status is in question. I incorporate mindfulness practices i...
At Crossroads Psychological Center, we're here to help guide you as you continue your journey, providing you with the most current and effective treatments for a wide variety of mental health issues, such as depression, anxiety, childhood trauma, and post-traumatic stress disorder. I also provide comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological assessments for individuals with various problem...
I believe we each possess a sacred landscape within ~ with gifts, hopes, dreams, and strengths beneath the surface ~ not lost, but often covered by the storms that move through our lives. Through a trauma-informed approach, I offer a warm, compassionate presence to help make sense of the landscape you have traveled. In our work together, we will gently sift and sort through the layers of comple...
I was drawn to practice therapy out of a desire to honor the inherent worthiness of people, provide empathy and space for our shared human vulnerabilities and to give encouragement in the process of finding wholeness. I am a licensed social worker and have been working in the mental health field since 2007 in a variety of settings including shelter, emergency, and clinical practices while gaini...
Hello, I am a fully licensed psychotherapist and a native of the Roaring Fork Valley where I specialize in work with children, families, teens, and young adults. I am able to help address a wide range of challenges such as anxiety, trauma, grief, motivation, depression, relationship, or anger. No matter the individual or age, my work is always grounded in the cultivation of a trusting...
I am a licensed psychotherapist providing consultation and treatment to adults, adolescents, and couples for more than thirty years. Over the course of my practice, I have worked extensively with those who struggle with a wide range of difficulties including depression, anxiety, substance abuse and alcoholism, conflicts with intimacy, chronic and acute illnesses and loss. Psychotherapy is a...
I want to help you get unstuck and change your life. Your growth begins with learning coping skills to change your behavior and gain confidence in yourself. Then, as you and I gain insight into your mindsets and values, sustainable and meaningful healing happens. My approach in therapy is nonjudgmental and empathetic, and one of my strengths is empowering you to be vulnerable while maintaining ...
I know that seeking help can be difficult and scary. I believe that we all need assistance throughout our lives and is the best thing each of us can do is to live to our fullest potential. Helping individuals and their families in a respectful and supportive manor is my personal mission. Our lives can be stressful, chaotic and overwhelming, learning to cope with and being mindful of self care i...
