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
It can start with a question. Why do I feel so...? How do I stop doing...? Do I have to settle for...? For many of us there may come a time when we ask ourselves do I need help? Asking for help is, arguably, the most difficult thing for people to do and maybe you're thinking about taking that step. There are many reasons why someone would seek therapy. If you are an individual or a couple and t...
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist my approach is to offer the best professional care to each individual that I serve. My treatment approach is to prioritize building a safe therapeutic relationship, to provide empathy and support, and utilize therapeutic approaches that are effective, evidence-based and appropriate to the person I am working with. I believe that a good psychologist is not cal...
The individuals, families, and couples I treat should expect to produce true fundamental change.I practice a brief systemic solution focused treatment. Be ready to work with me to construct a clear understanding of the problem/symptom in order to co-create an action plan. Clients should expect to practice new patterns of behavior both in and out of sessions. I prescribe strategic interventions...
Welcome to my practice! Sex and love addicts are not bad people trying to get good. They are sick people desperate to get well. In order to recover, you must find a therapist who understands this. In our sessions, you will feel safe enough to be rigorously honest with me, without fear of judgement. I will match your addiction with the compassion and discernment it needs in order to heal. I...
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist in private practice for over twenty-five years. I specialize in working with couples utilizing a psychoanalytic perspective. Additionally, I work with individuals and groups. Persons struggling with painful feelings such as anxiety, sadness, loss or depression, can be greatly helped by facing what are often experienced as insurmountable obstacles in a safe a...
This work is meaningful to me because I get to take part in people breaking free of painful patterns and moving towards feeling comfortable with life and themselves. As a counselor I have extensive experience in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain and addictions. I utilize mindfulness-based approaches to help clients cultivate mind-body awareness and...
I am a licensed Clinical Social Worker and I specialize in helping people deal with depression, anxiety and addiction as well as coping when diagnosed with life-altering medical diagnoses such as cancer. During this uncertain time of Covid-19, many people are experiencing increased stress and anxiety and seeking a supportive connection online is proving highly effective. I am skilled in the use...
As a licensed professional counselor for over 16 years, I have provided counseling for very diverse populations that are often marginalized (e.g., substance abuse, HIV/AIDS, sexual or gender identity, etc.). I believe past and current interpersonal relationships contribute to how we view the world. As a certified clinical supervisor (CPCS) and master addiction counselor (MAC), I am knowledgeabl...
Do you feel alone or misunderstood? Are some days too hard to find any hope? I believe every person has strength that can sometimes feel difficult to find. I approach therapy in a way of helping you identify your strengths and make sense of your past experiences so that you can live more fully in the present and begin building the future that you want. I specialize in working with individuals w...
Lakeside Counseling Associates is a multi-specialty group private practice, offering behavioral health services to adults, children and adolescents. We provide individual counseling, couples counseling, family therapy and group therapy in a calm and relaxing outpatient setting. In addition to office visits, we offer teletherapy services as an option. Our diverse team of mental health profession...
***CURRENLTY FULL & UNABLE TO ACCEPT NEW CLIENTS*** Beginning a journey toward greater self-discovery can be daunting. To be successful in this endeavor, it is crucial to feel understood and valued along the way. To this end, I approach the therapeutic relationship in a collaborative way and provide a person-centered, feminist therapeutic relationship characterized by radical validation and...
I am currently only accepting new telehealth patients at this time. Please visit my website for more information. I learned from an early age to appreciate the mind and psychotherapy. I was drawn to specialize in trauma after witnessing the amazing acts of courage and healing a person can go through after surviving the worst moments of their life. I am inspired to come to work each day by my...
I strive to provide a private, informal and comfortable office setting where my clients can expect to be treated with respect and dignity while facing life's challenges. I work with children, adolescents, adults, families, and couples. Some of my interests include: Self esteem, career/work, aging, stress and anger management, women's issues, eating disorders, addiction, conduct disorders,...
I am a Licensed Master Social Worker (LMSW) and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Abuse Counselor (CAADC). I received a Master of Social Work degree at the University of South Carolina in 2007. I worked as a therapist at AADAP Inc, a multicultural residential program in Los Angeles for five years, where I had a very special opportunity to be part of many lives’ recovery journey. My therapy...
NOT TAKING NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME. She provides psychotherapy and assessment services in Ballard area of Seattle. She is a clinical psychologist with 9 plus years of experience providing mental health services to adult individuals and groups. Her practice philosophy is firmly based in social justice, feminism, and the idea that people are the experts in their own lives and benefit from feelin...
