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
Sometimes our inner critic can be relentless by telling us we aren’t good enough, strong enough, smart enough, skinny enough, outgoing enough, attractive enough, or likeable enough to do something. That voice can become so common that we don’t even question the validity of it anymore. It eventually becomes a self-fulfilling prophecy because at some point we begin viewing the world through that...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults in the mental health field. I am motivated to help you feel supported and safe in a therapeutic environment. If you are struggling with mood issues, anxiety, PTSD, trauma, addiction, anger issues, grief, or significant life changes, I will assist and support you in addressing your...
I affirm you for these first steps! Life can be tough at times and it can lead us down paths that leave us feeling hopeless. Many think that what you’re going through is your fault, some think you can change it on your own, many of you have tried many times to find answers. Addiction, Trauma, and Family Conflict weighs us down in life and leaves us thinking there is no hope. How do I know? I ha...
I help adults and adolescents who are going through a difficult time managing stress and finding balance in their lives. I use a collaborative, supportive and strength-based approach to help individuals learn practical skills to better manage the stress in their lives. I have clinical experience with college students, developmental disabilities (including Autism Spectrum Disorders) and many yea...
"If we wait until we are ready, we may be waiting for the rest of our lives." -- Unknown -- Taking the step to begin talking about issues we may be experiencing can be difficult, but I believe that we all have potential to make changes in our lives to feel happier more often. I offer a strength based approach during individual and family sessions to allow growth and to work on developing coping...
I believe so many of us experience times in our lives when we need extra help adjusting to life transitions, facing new challenges or healing hurts from the past. I really enjoy working with both teens and adults. I have extensive experience in treating trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, unhealthy relationships, marital problems, behavior issues, family conflict and more. I also specialize in...
Each of us is on a journey. On that journey there are obstacles, detours and unexpected changes. I collaborate with the client in navigating a path that leads to harmonious flow. Let's overcome any barriers to your full potential together. I work with teens, adults and groups. My areas of specialty include mood disorders, trauma and abuse (emotional, physical, verbal, financial and spiritual), ...
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My therapeutic philosophy is that Individuals need to be a part of their own solutions. I strive to empower clients to feel that their successes come from themselves and are the result of their own hard work. My experience in social work is deliberately broad to address a wide range of concerns. My background includes child development/behavioral issues, Individual, couples counseling, adolesce...
"Loving ourselves through the process of owning our story is the bravest thing we'll ever do." ~Brene Brown~ Have you found life hasn't turned out the way you expected? Sometimes that can be a wonderful thing, and other times that reality can be frustrating to accept or work through. I believe those frustrations, when left unaddressed, can and often do lead to feelings of depression and/or...
I work well with persons who Are dealing with mental health issue such as depression,anxiety and relationship distress helping them to utilize their resources to overcome problems so they can move toward a fulfilling life. My specialty as a Pastoral therapist is to help people find or rediscover faith resources as they deal with depression, bipolar, borderline and anxiety . My real passion is...
I believe that our thoughts are directly connected to how we feel. I work with people to solve present day problems and help the person approach a stronger and healthier sense of self by focusing on the actual lived experience in their life. Having the person be aware even after they have learned to recognize when and where their mental processes has gone wrong, it can in some cases take...
** I am full and not accepting new clients at this time.** Welcome to Knowledge of Therapeutic Services! A psycho therapeutic practice with the sole mission of meeting you where you are and supporting you on your journey to psychological, physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness. I work with a wide array of clients from those seeking help to address everyday life stressors to those suffering...
Are you ready? I know you have the ability. Are you ready to start? I know you want to have a meaningful life. Are you ready to lead the life you want to live? I know you struggle with unwanted thoughts and feelings. Are you ready to stop struggling with them? I know you you have made every attempt to solve these problems on your own. Are ready to meet with someone who will not judge, criticize...
People decide to enter counseling for a variety of different reasons- depressed mood or anxiety, family conflict, grief and loss, trauma, behavioral difficulties, self-defeating behaviors, just to name a few. The positive thing is that if you are reading this, you have already taken the first step in getting help for yourself and/or your family, and starting the road to a more fulfilling life. ...
