Dual diagnosis, or co-occurring disorders, is when a person experiences more than one mental health issue simultaneously. Counseling interventions change according to the specific disorders.
Available Treatment Options
Most often, therapists can treat multiple mental health issues simultaneously using therapeutic techniques. Some interventions, such as developing healthy coping mechanisms and exploring past trauma, can help various mental health issues at once.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Dual Diagnosis
We all have different perspectives about situations that have occurred in our lives. Many people are suffering with emotional pain due to a variety of circumstances. If you feel hopeless, that things will never change or anxious about the future, and have the willingness & courage to face self defeating behaviors such as addiction, racing thoughts, relationship issues; or have mistaken beliefs...
Everyone experiences difficulties at some point in their lives. In those moments, reaching out for help can be one of the hardest things to do. It's my goal to make the counseling process as safe and welcoming as possible to help you reach your goals. I place emphasis on creating an environment that incorporates empathy, genuineness, understanding, and patience to develop an individualized form...
I work with women, and teens who are experiencing symptoms of depression, anxiety or complications from traumatic experiences. In therapy I take a client centered approach to meet each client where they are at. Reaching out for help can be very hard, it is important to find a counselor who makes you feel comfortable. If you find yourself needing someone to talk to about how you are feeling or n...
One of the hardest things in life is accepting where we are as part of our journey and moving to where we want to be based on our goals and values. I can provide a safe and trusting relationship through non-judgment and genuineness to assist you in creating a life with purpose based on your values, by helping you define your goals clearly, process past hurts, and work toward better relationship...
Facing the stressors of daily life activities can be daunting in the best of circumstances. Anxiety, depression, and past traumatic experiences can make those every day challenges seem overwhelming and insurmountable. My job as your counselor is to help you make sense of your presenting situation, support you, and walk with you through the process of healing the pain and discovering your...
*(Not Accepting clients- Waitlist full)* Inviting work with families, couples, partners and individuals of all ages, interested in co-creating a brave and supportive environment to explore personal & relational growth. My treatment framework is systemic, attachment based, Trans affirmative, trauma informed, & anti-oppressive. I work with folks struggling to navigate a variety of obstacles, from...
Life can bring difficult times. These may be financial, death, loss of a job or even loss of our independence through illness or accidents, as well as school or marital issues. All of us have our mountains to climb and the mountains at times seem overwhelming to us. This is where counseling comes in. Experience in life's issues and the hard times that can bring us to feeling we will never get t...
The life you’re living doesn't resemble the life you want. You can't focus and get things done that are important to you. The thoughts in your head are your worst enemy. You feel hopeless and lonely. Your emotions are running you. You may feel that something is wrong with you. Your close relationships are falling apart and nothing you do to fix them is working. You’re tired of trying to do this...
You want to feel good about your life. You have hope that your pain, frustrations, and fears can be alleviated. Hope that life does not have to be a constant struggle. Hope that your choices lead to comfort within your self and peace within your relationships. Even in the depths of what feels like hopelessness, part of you imagines “This could be better.” Now you’ve taken the first step on a...
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...
I view therapy as a process of discovery that enables us to tap into our growth potential and develop insight into ourselves and our motivations. I have over 15 years of experience working in the mental health field, helping people achieve their goals, heal from trauma and create richer and more authentic lives. I bring an empathic, supportive presence to our time together that enables you to...
We specialize in psychological and educational testing for individuals across the lifespan. We provide testing for ADHD/ADD, learning disorders, Autism/Asperger's disorder, dementia evaluations, traumatic brain injury evaluations, neuropsychological testing, substance abuse evaluations, trauma assessments, career assessments, and personality assessments. Our testing assessments evaluate IQ,...
I'm ready, are you to make time for you & your wellbeing? I find that individuals who seek me out, often experience anxiety, panic attacks, depression, substance use & some are working on life transitions. While causes can seem unknown or sudden, exploring acute or chronic stressful events can provide insight, self-awareness & change. If this sounds like you, I look forward to hearing from you!...
Have you been struggling with concerns related to drug/alcohol use, your relationships (with yourself or with others), adoption or attachment issues, and/or gender/sexuality issues? Together we can work in a supportive, non-judgmental, and compassionate space to better understand yourself... why you may choose to do things, and cope in ways, that have been unproductive, problematic or even harm...
Whether you're looking to make major changes in your life or just need some support and guidance during a difficult transition, I can help! I love helping people grow, heal and recover from a variety of mental health issues, including anxiety, depression, mood disorders, grief, relationship and self-esteem issues, as well as substance use, addiction and recovery. I am also specially trained in...
