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 know it can be difficult to make the decision to begin therapy, and I commend you for taking the first step in getting the support you deserve. I believe all of my clients' stories are unique and will work to individually tailor sessions to meet your distinct needs in an empathic and supportive manner. I have an eclectic approach to counseling, incorporating a variety of methods with the goal...
I imagine you are looking around for a therapist right now because something is not working in your life or the life of someone you love. I would like to help you understand where that unwanted behavior, habit, or feeling came from and teach you how to change it so you or your loved one can find peace and enjoy life to its fullest again. I would be honored to speak with you and help you come up...
Are you hurting? Not knowing where to turn to for help? Counseling can be a great place to find acceptance and help for one's problems. I have experience helping client's with many different mental illnesses and issues. I have unique specialties in working with OCD, trauma victims(physical, sexual, and emotional abuse), and spiritual belief systems. I also work with depression, anxiety, grief, ...
I help people to get through difficult times in their lives. You may be feeling overwhelmed with different feelings or unsure about a decision or relationship. You may have experienced a loss or change in life that has impacted you negatively. My goal is to provide a safe space for you to explore your thoughts and feelings, to not only get through this difficult time but to learn from it. With...
Offering Protective Parenting classes, All ages parenting classes, Stress Management/ Court approved Anger Management taught by a Certified Anger Management Specialist, Grief and loss Individual coaching sessions via telehealth. Dementia Training includes behavior management, safety, increasing knowledge of dementia. Nationally certified to train professionals and family caregivers regarding th...
ONLINE SCHEDULING AVAILABLE. I believe that the counseling process is a journey between the therapist and client where we collectively develop a treatment plan to address areas of concern. Although each person may enter therapy for different reasons, my intent is to identify and work toward goals of the client becoming a happy, healthier and well adjusted being. Through the use of Rational Emot...
If you are considering making some changes in your life and need some guidance on how to move forward, you would benefit from having a motivational interviewing conversation as the first step to create space and explore what is possible for you. As a trained Motivational Interviewing and Action and Commitment Therapy clinician, I can help you explore ambivalent thoughts in order to help you mak...
I help the family, loved ones, and friends of those with substance abuse disorders. I also provide one-on-one therapeutic support for adults actively working on recovery from addiction. Apart from substance abuse issues, I work with adult clients experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, or anyone in a difficult life transition, such as grief, separation or divorce. Substance abuse and addictio...
Do you feel that something is missing but you don’t know what it is, or how to get it? Maybe you’re not as happy as you thought you’d be at this stage of your life or maybe you’re busier than you ever imagined and have difficulty taking time for yourself. Do you find yourself wondering, Will things get better? Will I ever feel truly happy? Is this all there is? There are times in everyone’s lif...
I believe that psychological assessment can be the cornerstone of the therapeutic process. I have conducted assessments on children, adolescents and adults to help determine functioning and to drive treatment planning. I have experience in assessing disorders of attention-deficit/hyperactivity, behavioral and emotional functioning, cognitive or academic abilities (including learning disabilitie...
Cheryl's educational background is in Interdisciplinary Studies with areas of concentration in Psychology, Criminal Justice, and Government. Cheryl has experience as a child custody evaluator and a certified family court mediator. Cheryl is certified as a Master Addiction Counselor (MAC). Cheryl has practiced in a variety of settings including Laurens County SAFE Homes.Cheryl's areas of experti...
My passion revolves around working with couples & individuals wanting to evaluate their relationships & uncover their own sense of self, as ways of finding more satisfaction & happiness in connection with one another & themselves. My foundational experience comes from working in in/outpatient treatment programs geared toward transformative change on an individual, couple & family level. I work...
There are times in all of our lives when we experience challenging emotional situations.When these situations arrive we can benefit from the support of a person outside of our inner circle. Whether you are struggling with an crisis or change in your life, or even if you are just feeling mildly upset, it can take a toll on your life. Everyone can benefit from psychotherapy. No problem is too min...
I want to assist you in uncovering your true potential that allows you to lead a life that is worth celebrating. We cannot change difficult situations in the past, but we can work together to better understand and resolve these obstacles. We can work together to help you change relationships, behavior patterns, or negative outlook that may hold you back from experiencing a fulfilling and...
The philosophy is people + relationship = the good life. One's relationship to others and oneself is the basis of my work. Healing from the past, knowing the freedom of a better life, and becoming able to give and receive love are the transformative results of doing good work. Our work is successful when you become more of the person you are supposed to be: a whole person in life-giving...
