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
Hi There! I’m Caitlin, I am an LCSW in both ME and NY, currently i’m practicing in the York ME area. I have about 10 years of social work experience, which has provided me with so many different tools and opportunities. I love connecting with people and putting to use my therapy skills to help to enrich the lives of others. I use a nonjudgmental, compassionate, holistic approach which eases you...
I have been a practicing therapist for approximately 12 years. Much of my work has been with substance abuse, depression, anxiety, trauma, and with individuals with co-occurring mental health and substance abuse issues for teens and adults. I currently offer individual, couples, and family counseling to clients ages 8 and up....
If you are here searching for a therapist, it is probably safe to assume that you are struggling right now. You might find yourself feeling stuck and not knowing how to move forward in your life, your relationships, or your work. Maybe you just forgot how to have fun. And no matter what you do; nothing seems to lift the dark cloud. You might find yourself doing things that make you feel better ...
I am a licensed psychologist specializing in the treatment of adults and adolescents. My clinical areas of focus include depression, anxiety, disordered eating, trauma, and college mental health. I use a variety of evidence-based treatment modalities with the goal of enhancing insight, creating behavioral change, and developing healthy coping strategies. In all of my work, I believe in using a...
Are you feeling hurt or overwhelmed by something that happened to you? Do you find yourself stuck in upsetting patterns of thinking, feeling, or behaving that make it difficult to move forward and make decisions in your personal or professional life? Considering making changes in your life can feel daunting, and counseling can provide support and guidance as you continue building a more fulfill...
Jennifer provides counseling services to adult individuals in a relaxed, non-judgmental and safe atmosphere where you can share your concerns comfortably. Her style is mostly cognitive behavioral therapy and hypnotherapy, incorporating other techniques as needed to best meet your treatment goals. She has over twenty years of experience treating depression, anxiety, and abuse- and trauma-related...
Do you feel like you are struggling in your everyday life? Do you struggle managing your emotions in a healthy manner? Having difficulty managing life stressors such as work, relationships, self-image, and life in general? I understand even though you may have answered yes to any of these questions above, you may still be hesitant about making changes. Change can be scary, but it can also be...
I have been working with children, teens, adults and couples for over 17 years. I enjoy helping people with internal struggles and achieving their goals by identifying and removing obstacles that are potentially standing in their way. Counseling is customized for each individual depending on needs and personalities. I work to provide a nonjudgmental environment where clients feel free to expres...
Dr. Anne Cornell is a licensed professional counselor with over twenty-five years' experience providing a variety of services to children, youth, and families. Dr. Cornell has worked with several behavioral health and child welfare agencies in several states. Dr. Cornell is an advocate of wraparound services and family reunification services. Dr. Cornell has provided training and workshops acro...
I empower individuals and couples to change their perceptions about issues that are unhealthy and assist them in facilitating positive change. I approach therapy with clients from a wellness model (having issues they need assistance managing) as opposed to a medical model (being broken and needing to be fixed). My favorite quote is from Alfred Adler in 1927, "The hardest thing for human beings ...
While many of us face similar life challenges, the ways in which these experiences impact us varies greatly. I strive to tailor my therapeutic approach to the needs of each unique individual, couple, and family. I utilize the process of mutual exploration of issues that stem from the past while staying rooted in the present issues that prompted the decision to seek out help. In times of crisis,...
When describing my work as a therapist, I often say that therapy is the art of having awkward conversations. The things that come up during therapy sessions aren’t often broached around the dinner table or at social gatherings, so talking about them can feel overwhelmingly weird. No one wakes up in the morning and says, "Hmm. You know what I'd like to do today? Spend an hour talking to a strang...
Elizabeth is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor in the State of Illinois, as well as, a Registered Art Therapist, with her Masters of Arts in Counseling Psychology from Adler University. Liz worked for over eight years at Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital in the Behavioral Health inpatient and outpatient programs facilitating various groups for individuals and families. She has been in...
Learning how to live life with obstacles can seem insurmountable at times and I work with my clients to discover their full potential as individuals. I work with clients to build themselves up in order to be successful and confident in their ability to live life without maladaptive coping. Helping clients find relief from feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and depressed is one of my biggest rewards....
It’s not necessary to be in crisis to seek counseling, but it’s often the push that we need to go deeper. Something wakes us from our auto pilot existence and we feel a hunger for self-examination. Whatever made you take this next step, I believe I can help. I know this can feel overwhelming...but its just another part of the journey. A search for your authentic self or for a balanced, healthy...
