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
Men often experience their mental health in ways that are unique to them, commonly influenced by societal and cultural expectations. For this reason, men in therapy benefit most when working with a therapist who truly understands the challenges facing men in today’s world. As a male therapist, my practice is tailored towards supporting men through relationship issues and trauma, as well as care...
The nature of psychological services to you will depend on your needs. First and foremost, it is important to see if we can establish a good working relationship as it is the best predictor of a good outcome. Your treatment will involve a collaborative effort and will require active work from both of us. My general orientation is psychodynamic. In brief, this type of work involves seeing how pa...
Acceptance, compassion, and insight. I have over 30 years of experience providing these to people who know, "Something has to change," but may not know what, how or where to begin. I believe our inner demons have lessons for us when we are ready to learn what they have to teach us. My approach is to respect your individual uniqueness, experiences and circumstances and draw from a variety of...
I have been a Florida Licensed Psychologist since 1976, providing the highest quality of Psychological services to children, teenagers, adults, and families in the Tampa Bay area. Although I work with children as young as 2 years old and adults who are over 80 years young, I have always had a heartfelt interest in providing assistance to individuals with special needs and to their family member...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of New Jersey and a Registered Yoga Teacher (200). I was intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy in 2013 by Behavioral Tech, LLC and have experience working in a DBT adherent program. I specialize in the treatment of eating disorders with the use of DBT and mindfulness-based therapy. Additionally, I have experience treating women w...
Sometimes life can be difficult, and we need a safe, compassionate, non-judgmental space to work through our struggles. My purpose as a counselor is to support you along the path to making positive changes in your life. It is not uncommon to feel stuck at times. I offer encouragement, hope, understanding, and added tools to assist you in achieving your goals. I have worked with a wide variety o...
Are you experiencing anxiety symptoms like panic attacks, social anxiety, excessive worry and/or sleep issues? Do you experience depression, low self-esteem, negative thinking, hopelessness and/or helplessness? Do you struggle with relationship difficulties in areas of marital, family, peer and/or other significant relationships? Or are you seeking support in overcoming and working through majo...
Are you looking for clarity? Are transitions in life more challenging than you initially expected? My role in our therapeutic alliance is to help you recognize options through candid focused discussions and strength based disclosure aiding in gaining insights on alternatives to influence positive movement towards wellness. The first step in resolution is to acknowledge the challenge. It would b...
You may have been experiencing yourself feel disconnected from your partner and perhaps even embarrassed that your relationship is slipping through your hands. The constant struggle of wanting to be close, yet not knowing how to do that is making you feel defeated. You have found yourself here because you know that you cannot give up now, and that your relationship with your partner, is your...
I believe in creating a collaborative and non-judgmental relationship that can help you achieve long lasting changes in your personal life, your relationships, and your overall well-being. Together, we will discover the causes of your concerns and implement strategies that will help you achieve your goals. I specialize in the treatment of anxiety, depression, relationships, life transitions, an...
Welcome! I own and operate a private practice in NE Michigan where I provide counseling, coaching services, consultation, and neurofeedback to individuals with a range of needs and challenges. I am an addiction specialist and also contract with a local addiction agency. I offer individual in person counseling as well as video/tele-health services to those with difficulty traveling, time managem...
Hello! My specialties in Counseling are Substance Abuse Addictions, Abuse/ Domestic Violence and Anxiety Disorders. I have several years of experience in the mental health and substance abuse field. I am dually licensed as a Professional Counselor and Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I was also certified as a yoga instructor through Fresh Yoga in 2018 and as a Certified Personal Trainer in 2019 thro...
Do you feel stuck, overwhelmed, stressed, unhappy? Are you experiencing a change, like becoming a new Mom, moving to a new state, getting a new job, or are worried about your drug and alcohol use? My passion is working with clients to overcome and manage life changes and transitions as seamlessly as possible. I understand there are challenges - fear of change is a given - yet there is nothing m...
Have your friends and family deemed you the "perfect" image of success, but you currently feel stuck? Is your name followed by a prestigious title(s) and/or credentials, yet, you continue to feel that "this is not enough?" Life is far more complex than what we achieve. My mission is to assist you with the inner work that will move you to the next level. Will you do what is uncomfortable if it...
Seeking therapy to make important life changes deserves tremendous respect. I have witnessed the inner power of the individual for transformation when offered individualized treatment in a collaborative therapeutic partnership. Extensive training in a variety of techniques and a flexible approach enables me to help clients take on areas of their life where they feel stuck. I believe a therapeut...
