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 work with adults, adolescents, couples, and families with varying treatment issues using an approach that identifies the patterns of thinking, feeling, and behaving that cause difficulties. Once these patterns are identified and understood, alternative ways of managing roadblocks are explored. This process is collaborative and the changes are lasting. An important aspect of my practice is my...
My ideal client is ready to make some life changes. They may be struggling with issues such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, PTSD, food-related issues, work stress, grief, lack of purpose, burn out, or overall unhappiness without knowing why. My clients want to feel better, happier, and more balanced. They are tired of struggling and ready to find a fresh path. My clients want to feel heard an...
There are times in our lives in which we feel alone and no one could possibly understand what life is like for us. As a therapist, I find it important to understand what your life experience has been and join you in your journey to making the changes you would like to see in yourself. I provide a safe, respectful, and judgment-free place for clients to work through their conflicts and find the...
I have been treating individuals of nortnern Ohio for over the past 16 years and established a private practice where I provide premium counseling services to females from the western Lorain and Erie county areas. I have extensive experience treating a vast array of issues and diagnosis, both at the inpatient and outpatient levels of care. I founded Mindology Counseling, LLC., in 2012 to offer ...
My approach to psychotherapy is strength-based, warm and full of respect for each individual and their unique journey. My goal is to help people reach their potential. At times, this can mean dealing with unfinished business from the past; at other times we will concentrate on expanding awareness in the present moment. Most of the time we look at how the past informs the present and how we can...
Welcome to Counseling for Growth. As you consider taking steps toward achieving a sense of well being in your life, it is important to identify a therapist who can offer you a combination of expertise, empathy, and genuine caring in coping with painful emotions and the knowledge to help you implement healthy ways of dealing with life's stressors. The therapeutic experience is focused on empower...
I have extensive experience working with a wide variety of issues with children, adolescents, and adults, which include anxiety/panic, depression, anger, mood disorders, suicidal ideation, sleep disorders, self-harm, grief, chronic pain, trauma, and PTSD. The foundation of my work recognizes that the mind, body and spirit are equally important in healing the person. Because there is a constant...
The decision to start therapy can often be a significant one. "Goodness of fit" is an important part of this decision. My goal in therapy is to help you to feel better, to learn ways to actualize your full potential, and to be able to overcome barriers that get in the way of living a full and rewarding life. I use therapy strategies that have been shown through research to be effective in...
I have over 16 years of experience working with Trauma, grief, pre-teens, teens, college age, young adults, women, families and couples in individual, joint, and group settings. Each session will be free from judgment and will be confidential. Together, I work with my clients to help improve their overall quality of life and reduce the symptoms of any presenting issues. I believe that improveme...
I graduated earning an MSW in 1994. I have been licensed as a clinician since 2001 with an LCSW. My experience includes work in psychiatric hospitals, private psychiatric clinics, medical clinics and private practice. I managed a Partial Hospitalization Program for 5 years affording me the opportunity to work with a wide range of mental health issues. I have significant experience with Substanc...
Coming to a therapist is an enlightening experience, it can make a once chaotic and out of control life become peaceful and have meaning. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Solution Focused Therapy as my main methods for therapy; however, I draw from other therapy types to give my clients the best therapeutic experience. I love working with children, adolescents and adults. My experience li...
Whether one is suffering from a chronic mental disorder, or the "worried well", I tailor therapeutic needs for each individual client. I use multiple theoretic approaches and the most up-to-date techniques to help individuals gain insight into their issues, decrease their symptoms, and to uncover the underlying issues that cause their distress. My goal is to help individuals reach their full...
Everyone struggles with their feelings, relationships, expectations and happiness at times in their life. Are you feeling conflicted, confused or angry? By recognizing behavioral patterns and learning how to change these, you can find more happiness in your life and relationships. With over twenty years of experience, I have a understanding and knowledge about family issues and relationships. A...
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Yoga Instructor. I completed my doctoral degree at the Illinois School of Professional Psychology and yoga training through the LifePower Program. My goal is to teach you the skills needed to heal. I hope to provide you with support to help you complete your goals. I combine your strengths with scientifically proven Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) an...
I believe every individual has the ability to change their circumstances by focusing on the elements which are within their control. Equally as important, we must learn to let go of situations over which we are powerless. By sharing experiences with another person and working through the obstacles that inhibit the life we desire, it is possible to create a life which allows us to thrive. My goa...
