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 am a firm believer that change and recovery are possible. At the heart of my work is strong and positive therapeutic connection. Therapy and change can be both difficult and challenging experiences. I am an open-minded and nonjudgmental support who can walk with a person through this journey. I utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Supportive Therapy,...
With over 40 years as an educator and mental health counselor, Dr. Nancy Dawson specializes in psychological evaluation, screening and testing. Most recently she has begun to test for ADHD and cognitive impairments. She provides documentation for the courts. Additionally, she provides mental health counseling for adolescents, couples and individuals. Dr. Dawson is licensed in New York State, NY...
My goal is to help you gain insight and reach wholeness. When you finish treatment my hope is that you will be strengthened in your ability to live your life on purpose and with happiness. I believe in hard work and during our sessions you will be challenged to face yourself, your past and to figure out what you want for your future. I will be there to encourage you, empathize with you and empo...
https://www.dspsychotherapy.org --- Dripping Springs Psychotherapy Directory is an online resource that profiles licensed mental health professionals providing therapy services in Dripping Springs and the surrounding areas. The purpose of this directory is to connect community members seeking mental health support with a local therapist. Psychotherapists listed on our directory provide therapy...
My clients are usually people who want to work through difficult or traumatic experiences with help/support from a caring person so that they can lead a life more in accordance with their own goals and values. They value collaboration with a therapist rather than being told what to do, and they are interested in lifelong learning--maybe about the neurobiology involved in trauma and healing, may...
As a therapist, I believe our lives are made up of relationships - relationship with others, with the world around us, and with ourselves. When we feel "out of whack," this is one sign that at least one of these relationships needs our attention. Therapy is an excellent avenue to examine and explore these connections. My practice is rooted in client-centered approaches. While I use cognitive...
Is your child anxious, acting out, throwing tantrums, or feeling down? Or are you, yourself, struggling with anxiety, down, depressed, barely able to cope or sleep ? Maybe you're feeling stuck, stressed, overwhelmed or continually challenged by events beyond your control ? If you know you need help, but you're uncertain of whom to trust or where to begin, I am here. I offer a safe place along w...
The Healing Quest specializes in the Relief & Remission of Anxiety/Panic Attacks from session 1. THQ ideal client has experienced the gamut of the traditional medical/mental health approach of managing anxiety/panic attacks, often through medications, and is now ready to eradicate once and for all the debilitating, life robbing attacks. THQ has created a unique and effective protocol utilizing...
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor with many years of experience working in the mental health field. Throughout my career, I have worked with children, adolescents, adults and families that struggle with issues such as ADHD, ODD, mood disorders, depression, anxiety, trauma, adjustment disorders, behavioral concerns and those adjudicated delinquent. I also have been certified in Trauma Focus...
Trust and acceptance are key factors for success in therapy. My goal is to create an atmosphere where both are fostered. The focus of treatment is to offer a non-judgmental look at the problems and work to incorporate new ways of approaching them. I work with a variety of issues people experience, including victims of abuse (physical or sexual), as well as trauma victims in general (Posttraumat...
**Currently not accepting new clients until 2021. Please email me to be put on the waiting list.** We all need someone to really hear what we are saying. I work with individuals, couples and families. I provide a safe space for my clients to express themselves and help my clients understand challanges and increase skills to identify and achieve their goals. Some of the challenges my clients are...
Are you struggling with relationships? Do you need help recovering from a traumatic event? Do you often feel sad and low on energy? Are you searching for ways to be more emotionally stable and less shut down? For over 25 years I have worked with individuals, couples, and families on a range of issues including substance abuse, post traumatic stress disorder, anxiety, depression, codependency,...
Relationships can be very difficult and emotionally exhausting. In fact, problems in relationships can increase depression and anxiety. Depression and anxiety can affect all areas of life. I believe that there is hope for anyone who is having problems with relationships or mental health issues. I enjoy helping people make changes and improve their lives. For over 28 years, I've been helping...
I am a Licensed (#7998) Clinical Mental Health Counselor experienced in treating individuals of all ages: adolescents, adults, families and couples with interpersonal relationship and life issues, addiction and recovery, separation and divorce, depression, anxiety, transitions, grief and loss, low self-esteem, conflict, post-traumatic stress, mood disorders, loss of creativity and imagination, ...
I believe that the more we know and understand about ourselves, the better decisions we make for ourselves. If there are aspects of your life that you are struggling with, or that are keeping you from living the life that you envision for yourself, therapy can help you gain insight and learn the skills necessary to achieve your goals. I work with a wide variety of individuals, including those...
