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
There are times in life when we struggle with feelings of depression, anxiety, and alienation. There are times when we think no one understands how we feel or the challenges we face. As a licensed clinical professional counselor (LCPC), my role is to create a safe space for people to share their fears, struggles and relationship issues without shame or judgment. I listen with interest and empat...
You have likely come to this site because you want to change how you are currently experiencing life. I believe that we all reach forks in the road and circumstances make it difficult to select the path that enriches our lives. My goal is to help clients put the past where it belongs, thrive in the present and look toward the future with greater satisfaction. I will meet you where you are in li...
Trained as a couples and family therapist in the early 1980's I specialized in substance abuse, depression and anxiety disorders. I completed training between 1990 and 2015 in psychodrama, Somatic Experiencing and Integral Somatic Psychotherapy all of which are excellent treatment modalities for traumatic experiences from early childhood on throughout a person's life span. My approach is shaped...
It can be an overwhelming decision to ask for help, especially when contacting a stranger. People often associate therapy with "crazy people" or with those who are "mentally ill". I tend to ask the question "What happened to you?" rather than "What's wrong with you?". There's nothing wrong with seeking out a counselor. There's nothing wrong with you. We all hit rough patches in our lives! In fa...
Many years ago, French Philosopher Albert Camus wrote, "In the midst of winter, I found there was, within me, an invincible summer and that makes me happy. For it says that no matter how hard the world pushes against me, within me, there's something stronger, something better, pushing right back". I believe therapy is an opportunity to find your invincible summer, the something stronger that...
I am a versatile therapist who is enthusiastic about helping people attain goals for themselves and their primary relationships. We will set goals in the first session in order to provide clarity to the work based on what is important to you. I work with individuals, couples, and families. I see traditional, single parent, & blended families, understanding their differences. I have extensive...
***Please visit www.StephanieChambersLPC.com for our latest statement on COVID-19 in regards to our office policies and practices. Per current CDC, State and Local guidelines we are open for in person and telehealth mental health counseling sessions.*** My approach is eclectic in nature. I believe there is no "one size fits all" type of counseling. I integrate complementary approaches and...
It's well documented that the mind can know one thing but the body keeps the score when it comes to trauma. If the body continues to hold trauma (sensational, somatic memory), we approach life though hyper-vigilance, shame, and disconnection, but once the invasive dandelion roots of trauma are dismantled, only then will we understand our true self as connected and loved, capable and enough, saf...
Dr. Darla Absher is a a Licensed Professional Counselor, Supervisor LPC-S #62089, located in Austin and Bastrop, Texas. Dr. Absher treats the full spectrum of disorders and life adjustments. I received my Master of Arts in Counseling from St. Edward's University, in Austin, Texas in August 2005. In 2003, I received my Master of Arts in Human Services from St. Edward's. In 2001 I graduated from ...
I started to work in the Psychology field in 1989. I have experience in counseling many different clients from several different backgrounds. I provided personal counseling for employees, individual and group counseling for adolescents an adults. Currently, I provide Couples/Marriage Counseling and Individual Counseling for adults. I hold a BA in Psychology, and earned my Masters degree in...
Although I have counseled across the board, my specialty lies in assisting clients that are suffering from depression and/or anxiety. I also have helped clients with chronic pain, mood disorders as well as our military personnel that have been deployed. Although I have counseled children and teens, my expertise lies with adults and older adults. Although I do counseling face to face, I also do...
I have been a Licensed Psychologist in Massachusetts since 1996 and recently returned to my home state of New Jersey. I bring a wealth of knowledge, experience and skills in counseling people with mental health, substance abuse, and relationship issues. I practiced in mental health outpatient clinics, substance abuse clinics, and in group practices. I work with individuals, couples, families,...
I have enormous respect for those who ask for help: it's a true sign of strength. I consider being a therapist a privilege and admire my clients who vulnerably reveal themselves and their experiences in order to grow and heal. Therapy is most successful when there is a good connection between therapist and client. It's important to find a therapist that you like, trust, and respect. If we are a...
As a clinical psychologist, I meet my patients exactly where they are. We work together to bring about symptom relief from the issues that have led them to therapy; to change longstanding negative patterns which continue to get in the way. The goal is to create and sustain a happier, meaningful and more fulfilling life. I have worked in many NYC hospitals including Mt. Sinai and Memorial Sloan...
The new (to Disney +) smash hit Hamilton The Musical reminds us what a time to be alive right now. "Look around, look around at how lucky we are To be alive right now". I have to remind myself all the time how lucky I am to be alive. I'm not gonna lie sometimes I don't want to get out of bed. Sometimes I don't want to go to bed, because I know I'm gonna have the same day again tomorrow. You are...
