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
Before I was a therapist, I was an educator. For one course, my job was to teach first responders how to get important information from potentially traumatized witnesses/victims. I often wondered what I would do if I were permitted to see the crisis through. I believe it's my combination of a solid background in communication-which includes relationships, gender-speak, assertiveness and...
Executive Clinical Director/CEO - NeuroBehavioral Associates, LLC. In addition to managing a full clinical load, I manage and maintain a private practice treating adult and pediatric patients with a focus on TBI, stroke, rehabilitation, dementia, substance abuse, etc. In addition, we staff multiple hospitals. I also have extensive (10 years +) experience in IMEs and disability review. Board...
I enjoy working with people from all walks of life, and provide counseling for depression, anxiety, relationship issues, grief, anger, trauma, self-esteem, transitional issues and addiction. My approach is personalized to your needs, utilizing a variety of therapeutic strategies to help foster greater self-insight and well-being. Life can be challenging, and I view the therapeutic relationship ...
My therapeutic approach is holistic and person-centered where I promote a non-judgmental stance, genuineness and empathy. I believe that patients always have the answers within them and my job is to help them in actualizing their potential. I enjoy working with children, adolescents and adults who have the following challenges, but not limited to: depression, anxiety, grief, self harming behavi...
I am a licensed mental health counselor who utilizes a faith based perspective with clients who prefer this approach. About half of my workload consists of EAP (Employee Assistance) referrals who typically are struggling with family, marital or substance abuse problems. I meet Brevard County requirements for conducting premarital counseling which entitles clients to a marriage license discount....
Trauma, anxiety, depression, and relationship struggles-and the symptoms that come with these-tend to impact so many aspects of our lives. It's when those symptoms go into overdrive that we begin to feel lost and isolated, and that ends up affecting how we are and how we act in the world. When our fears, secrets, and distress build up over time and we have no outlet to let them out and begin to...
With over 35 years experience I am able to successfully treat numerous diagnoses and life problems, from bipolar disorder, alcohol and other addictive problems to marital counseling. I work with adolescents and adults to help them to remove obstacles from their lives so they can enjoy the most fulfilling life. I love to engage with patients who are interested in the benefits of psychotherapy. A...
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I am Bilingual in English and Spanish. I earned my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology in 2002. I have worked in various settings for over 25 years, working with Children and Families. I have worked in a crisis house providing crisis interventions to families on an outpatient basis. I have experience working with school counselors and psycholog...
Healing happens here. Supportive and growth-oriented counseling can help you reset your internal emotional landscape, improve your relationships, and make sure that your way of being in the world is in alignment with your value system. I would be honored to join you in this journey. I primarily draw from the fields of wellness counseling, relationship counseling, and trauma therapy. My counseli...
I am currently accepting new clients. I work with clients struggling with addiction, mental illness including depression, anxiety, and PTSD. These struggles are not limited to any group of people or background. This affects everyone from all walks of life. I specialize in substance abuse treatment and recovery. I work with other addictions as well including identifying negative core beliefs and...
I have a passion for helping people reach their goals and accomplish overall well-being. I offer my clients a safe place to work through their challenges together with compassion and encouragement. Each person is unique, and therefore I tailor my counseling to fit your needs. I can help you develop the skills needed to live your life to the fullest. Many things get in the way of achieving what ...
I am a Licensed Alcohol, Drug and Mental Health Counselor and Certified Health & Life Coach. My philosophy is to provide a place for each person to feel comfortable to share, explore, grow, and feel worthy. I use therapeutic techniques and evidenced-based practices to help each person achieve their goals. My goal is to help each client discover themselves and learn to live their best life. My...
I work with preteens, teens, adults, and couples. I specialize in depression, anxiety, and trauma related disorders. Together, we discover how your attachment pattern has influenced your behavior, thoughts, and emotional security. I believe in holding the therapeutic space as a method for responsibility, transparency, and creating life solutions.In addition to talk therapy, I also use art thera...
My favorite clients to work with are children and teens ages 5 to 18 as well as young adults ages 19 - 35. I have an innate ability to connect and communicate with children and teens while at the same time being able to form a relationship with their parents to assist in the work they are doing in therapy. I work to create a safe, non-judgmental space that allows clients to be themselves. As a...
Saturdays appointments available! I am a Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in working with children, adolescents, and families. In addition, I work with individual adults, couples, and co-parenting. I provide a safe, calm, friendly, empathetic & down to earth environment for my clients. I have extensive experience and specialize in working with young children through adolescents and th...
