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
I have experience as a special needs educator and mental health counselor. I enjoy supporting clients in achieving goals and finding new ways to seek fulfilment. I have many years of experience supporting families of young children and children with special needs. I use play therapy and child-parent relationship therapy as well as DIR Floortime to support children in achieving their potential....
Thank you for considering me as a potential partner in your journey of healing and self-discovery. I have a deep appreciation and respect for each person's individuality. I listen deeply, understand what your heart and mind are expressing, and together we come up with a plan to address your concerns. I am warm, compassionate and non-judgmental and able to provide a safe space for you to find or...
You may feel misunderstood, are in emotional pain, or are feeling overwhelmed. It is important to give yourself the opportunity for self-exploration and the space to heal and grow. I want to support you in finding solutions to problems you’re currently experiencing and help you achieve the life changes that you are looking for. I have clinical experience working with individuals with a range of...
Sex and porn addiction, drug and alcohol addiction, with a focus on underlying trauma & codependency are my areas of expertise. My goal is to assist you to transcend suffering, to lay your secrets down and get rid of toxic shame. My focus for you is self-transformation, to like/love yourself and to be released from isolation. Empathy and confidentiality and a focus on the underlying neurocognit...
With any and all presenting concerns, I provide a warm, non-judgmental environment. I have an integrative approach, with a particular focus on motivational enhancement, insight oriented exploration of past experiences, and when appropriate, specific tools and coping strategies. I use a number of research backed cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) protocols, which are proven to be effective in...
*****Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time********* Contact me so we can work together to identify your main concerns and goals for therapy. I understand it takes an enormous amount of courage and effort to reach out for support. I'm so glad you have taken this step, and I am here to help guide you on your journey towards becoming your best self. My role is to help you gain...
In addition to being a NJ/NY licensed psychologist, I am dually board certified in pediatric & school neuropsychology. I provide evaluations and consultations for families, schools, physicians, and attorneys. The focus of my evaluation is to determine whether a person has a disabling condition, but more importantly, to provide a ”blueprint" to drive effective interventions and treatment. I...
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Although change is a constant part of life, we at New Encounters Counseling Center, LLC recognize that change can be difficult and create emotional distress. The mental health clinicians at New Encounters provide individual, family, couples and group counseling services for children, adolescents and adults. Our client needs range from divorce, life management and adjustment issues to individual...
Currently not accepting new clients at this this time, I aplogize.** I'm open to any client/situation. No judgement will ever come from me & I welcome anything to help me grow even more as a MFT. Believe me when I say that I'm here for you 100% & will utilize every resource I have to get you to the goal you are striving for in therapy. I want to channel the motivation & endurance you had to fir...
Stuck in a rut and using unhelpful coping skills to remedy the situation? Feeling overwhelmed and frustrated? Finding the pain of the past clouding the joy of the present? Whether this is impacting how you cope personally or getting in the way of connecting with your loved one; I want to work with you on a journey of restoring connection and building peace through emotional healing. It is my go...
It is my belief that the most important part of the therapy process is being able to find a clinician with whom you feel comfortable with and is a good fit for you. I strive to provide a non-judgmental and supportive atmosphere in which you are able to address the difficulties and struggles you are experiencing in addition to having the ability to gain greater insight. Further, I assist in help...
Emotional pain and struggle can be an imposing obstacle on a path to wellness, but these obstacles can be identified and removed with care and attention. Struggling to be in the moment and enjoy the day or week without symptoms may seem difficult right now, but there is always a way out. The fact that you are reading this says that something inside you is saying enough, so continue to reach out...
Do you find yourself reliving unpleasant memories from your past? These could be situations of childhood abuse/neglect, the horrors of war, or single traumatic events (such as car accidents, assaults, or any situations in which your life or the life of a loved one was threatened). If this is the case, you might have Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, which is common in civilian and military...
As a normal functioning person, you are struggling with challenges affecting your relationships, work and family life. Complex, yet common, issues around love, family, purpose in life, and doing what truly makes you happy have become an overwhelming "white elephant" stampede and are making you feel depressed and anxious and confused. Despite trying to "fix" the problems, they don't go away, and...
