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 believe we all have our own answers within. I am committed to creating a safe and therapeutic space to facilitate in finding these answers. Challenges and struggles happen everyday of our lives and I work on building healthy coping tools and confidence to deal with these trials. Being a burn survivor I have had to learn to reinvent myself as well as my interpretation of the world around me....
When I work with clients, my goal is to address the issues that they are currently facing, and strive to create a better atmosphere for them to live, and grow. I have helped clients through depression, and other mood disorders. I have also worked with couples from pre-marital counseling to infidelity and relationship issues. I work from a client-centered orientation, helping you become better...
Are you heartbroken? Anxious? Angry? All of the above and more? You are welcome here. You may have a relationship that is falling apart or make the same bad decisions again and again. You may be overwhelmed by an overly critical mind that says you are undeserving, less than, or too much. Perhaps you take care of others and forget to take care of yourself. You long for companionship and have a d...
Ellen Morgan is a Licensed Professional Counselor who is nationally certified. She earned her Bachelor's of Arts degree in Psychology from Wake Forest University prior to graduating with a Master's in Pastoral Counseling from Marymount University. Ellen has also earned her certification as a Nationally Certified Counselor, Certified Substance Abuse Counselor, and Certified Advanced Alcohol and...
Therapy is about both addressing specific issues which may be getting in our way as well as cultivating a healthy curiosity about ourselves, our patterns, and our experiences. Life is wrought with transitions which can catch us off-guard, and it is common to feel unsure as to whether we are on the right path. Thankfully, these can be successfully navigated collaboratively and discreetly through...
Finding the right therapist can be difficult. When finding your therapist, you should feel safe to share and have an experience of collaboration and engagement. I don’t believe that therapists should be a blank slate, they should help you explore and work with you to help you move toward your goals. While I work with a vast array of clients, my specialties are geared towards anxiety, depression...
My personal perspective is that we all face life events, anticipated and unexpected, that contribute to self-doubt and insecurities. My therapeutic perspective is that we may need guidance, support, reassurance, and an objective perspective in facing life's challenges head on and making a lifelong, healthy change. Being a therapist for the past few years has allowed me to be a part of one's...
In the nearly 20 years I've been a therapist, I've learned that no two situations are the same. Therefore, I don't profess to have all the answers, but I'm very good at finding answers. I value getting to know people and finding out what has worked and what isn't working and then finding answers together. I've treated individuals and families from many walks of life and with many different...
I am passionate about the work I do and truly enjoy helping people cope with, and move forward from, the issues that lead them to counseling. I offer individual and family therapy to teens and adults. Specialties include: anxiety disorders, obsessions and compulsions, depression, bipolar depression, trauma, grief and loss, relationship problems, and life transitions. You can expect that in our...
After splitting time between a non-profit community center and private practice for a number of years, I am now solely focused on private practice. I am excited about the opportunity to continue my work with individuals, couples, families and children. I approach my work with respect, cultural awareness and a strong belief in self-empowerment. Our time together will be supportive, collaborative...
Would you like to be more self aware and resilient in the face of challenges, regulate your stress and emotions, intensify your focus, communicate more effectively, access your creative mind, be more present in your relationships, and experience greater overall well-being? Many people know what it feels like to struggle with loss, trauma, change, relationship problems, self-defeating habits,...
I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Licensed Addiction Counselor. I have worked in the mental health field since 1997, counseling men, women, children, families, and couples. I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy, patient-centered, motivational interviewing, psychodynamic therapy treating anxiety, PTSD, depression, addiction and behavioral issues. I believe in treating the perso...
With a bachelors and masters degree in Clinical Social Work from Virginia Commonwealth University, Kristen enjoys working with clients of varied ages, cultures, genders, socioeconomic backgrounds, and life experiences. As a Certified Trauma Practitioner, Kristen has a unique skill set to help clients of all ages address issues of trauma and/or abuse. She understands the importance of building...
I work with individuals, couples, and families including children, adolescents, and adults. I use various approaches, including psychodynamic and cognitive behavioral therapies. My goal is to provide a supportive and comfortable environment tailored my clients' individual needs to help them reach the personal growth they are looking for. I work with a variety of diagnoses, including Anxiety...
