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
*ALL SESSIONS ARE VIA VIDEO FROM YOUR COMPUTER OR PHONE* Are you feeling overwhelmed with life, work stress, family obligations, or struggling with healing from a divorce, childhood abuse, or an unexpected negative event that you just can't seem to get past? Do you find that your thoughts are constantly going over and over the same fears and worries and you just can't seem to get them to stop?...
My goal for the counseling relationship is that you, the client, and I, the counselor, will develop trust with one another, work as a team to define and explore present problem situations, develop future goals for an improved life, and work toward those goals. While my counseling philosophies are informed by a biblical worldview, I will in no way pressure or require you to uphold my morals,...
Therapy is a powerful form of treatment that can be used to make personal improvements while gaining recognition, awareness, and creating change. Long gone are the days of lying on a couch and being forced to revisit your subconscious or tell your deepest darkest secrets. I believe as humans, we are all working through struggles and to overcome obstacles in our lives. Sometimes a little guidanc...
I believe that all people can benefit from therapy at one or multiple points in their lives. I enjoy working with adolescents and adults for individual, family, and couple's therapy. I am particularly passionate about working with young adults who are navigating the process of launching and becoming their authentic selves. Common presenting issues that I work with include depression, anxiety,...
Sometimes life can be challenging and you need a safe, inviting place to get support, feel heard, and to start to move forward in your life. My therapy style is warm, curious, and honest. I like to balance compassion with a "don't beat around the bush" attitude. I have been working in the field for 10 years and I specialize in treating eating disorders, substance abuse, anxiety, depression,...
***Not currently accepting new clients*** People come to therapy for a variety of different reasons. Some are overwhelmed by how stressful their lives have become, some are dealing with difficult relationships, major life transitions or grief, others may come to therapy because they feel stuck or unhappy and aren't sure why. The reason a person comes to therapy is less important than their desi...
Most of us seek help when the ways we have learned to cope are no longer working and we are in pain. Some strategies for survival -- like using alcohol or other drugs to manage moods, or keeping silent when one needs to speak -- may have been needed earlier in life but in adulthood are no longer effective. Working to change is hard, and I believe a therapist needs to be attentive, accepting, an...
I'm a Licensed Graduate Professional Counselor as well as a National Certified Counselor. After completing my Bachelor’s degree in psychology from Shepherd University, I earned my Master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling from Johns Hopkins University. I have a certificate in advanced trauma treatment from the Ferentz Institute. I co-facilitate Intensive Outpatient Programs with teen...
Mariko Wiseberg Roberts is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor with experience in providing therapy to adults, adolescents, families, and couples since 2002. She incorporates a variety of techniques including client centered, cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and systemic approaches in her work with clients. By valuing collaboration in therapy, her goal is to empower clients to build u...
I have over 12 years experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, and interpersonal relationships. I believe everyone already has the wisdom inside to heal but sometimes layers of trauma or pain can make it difficult to do so resulting often in uncomfortable symptoms such as anxiety and depression. I work with you on processing traumas that can block the feeling of safety, content and...
Shelley Skrypnyk is a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor who received her Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology from Saint Joseph’s College and her Master’s Degree in Counseling from The Adler School of Professional Psychology. Shelley specializes in treating issues related to anxiety, trauma, depression, self esteem, substance abuse, relationship problems, stress management and life transition...
At times, it can be difficult to feel in control, stay motivated, and find fulfillment despite all the pressures from our society and those we develop for ourselves. We arrive at more trying moments at different points in life, and all meet these challenges with unique experiences, beliefs, circumstances, and minds. Many of us are struggling with depression, anxiety, stress, confusion about goa...
I have a strong passion for working with individuals and families facing various life challenges. I am passionate about working with those who are experiencing anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, trauma, relational issues, and substance use and addiction. I have a strong background in intense in-home therapy, working with families facing substance use. I practice from various treatment...
Making the decision to come to therapy is often one of the hardest decisions for a person to make. You might know that you're having a hard time but perhaps you don't know what to expect from therapy. What will your therapist be like? Can you really trust them? Why would you tell a complete stranger everything about you? These are just a few questions that potential clients sometimes ask...
You don’t have to have it all figured out already. It is through living our life that we stumble upon our calling. You must value the process the whole way there. You can’t get somewhere else without experiencing the parts in the middle. You have the power to transform and change the trajectory of your life. We consciously bookmark pages in our lives that we refuse to forget. These hedged pages...
