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
Each person is endowed with dignity and on a journey to discover who they are and their purpose, but sometimes life gets in the way. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples travel through the ups and downs of life while discovering who they want to be. . As a Catholic, I believe that each person is uniquely created to flourish, and they have goodness and dignity which allows them ...
Carissa believes that working from a trauma informed, person-centered approach encourages a safe and collaborative experience between therapist and client. I have experience working with clients who have experienced trauma, issues of substance abuse, addiction, anxiety, depression, interpersonal issues, and self-esteem. I use CBT and DBT based therapies to help clients learn practical coping a...
**TEMPORARILY NOT ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**Lately, has it felt difficult to balance, connect (or reconnect) with yourself, and/or figure out how to move forward? It can feel disorienting when life throws us some serious curveballs. Maybe an event happened recently that has triggered feelings that you can't seem to shake. Perhaps you feel stuck in a season of sadness, shame, and anxiousness. If yo...
Are you experiencing a life transition that has been difficult to cope with? Have your feelings, thoughts, and behaviors become confusing to you? We all have behaviors and coping skills that likely served a purpose in the past, but are no longer useful when we experience difficult emotions and life stressors. Mari can work with you to develop personal growth, which will lead to a greater sense ...
Are you struggling with depression, anxiety, or adjusting to changes in life? Do you need help dealing with substance use issues or coping with trauma? I can help. I enjoy working with clients who are motivated to explore their thoughts and behaviors and make changes to help them achieve their treatment goals and create a fulfilling life. I have many years of experience in helping individuals w...
Do you feel that you are not your normal self and are looking for support in healing? In our society, it is easy to get caught up in our daily tasks and neglect our mental health. If you are looking for a space to heal, get support, and feel heard then you have come to the right place. I believe that therapy is a space where you can receive support and learn more about yourself in a safe...
Are you struggling with issues related to depression, trauma, grief, divorce, addiction, anxiety, or major life changes? There comes a time when help is needed from a licensed professional to cope with many of life’s challenges. We are licensed Psychologists serving populations nationwide. We are here to support you on your journey toward healing and self-discovery. We implement effective...
I have been working in the field of eating disorders since 2008 and I am committed to help client’s understand and fully overcome their eating disorder's so that they have peace within their mind, body, and spirit. I earned her Bachelors of Arts at Rutgers University and Masters of Science at Columbia University. In 2017 I became a certified eating disorder specialist and supervisor and current...
Let me empower you to find mental clarity, improved health, and balance in your personal life. I am a professional mental health provider with profound experience in working with those seeking change. Change in your personal life. Change in your relationships with others. Change in understanding that you have the tools/power to minimize your anxiety/depression. Change that you can choose not to...
Casey Cherry is a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor with over 20 years of experience in helping adolescents and adults successfully navigate their mental health, addictions, and relationship issues. Casey specializes in men’s issues with a solution focused and cognitive behavioral approach that gives men the skills they need to overcome their obstacles and tackl...
The world is focused on the health, social and economic ravages of COVID-19—and yet humans can only control one's own internal world of emotions, thoughts and behaviors. When these are unbalanced, we experience anxiety, depression and perhaps externalizing symptoms such as addictions and relationship conflict. The added stress of the pandemic may make it more difficult to cope than usual. This ...
I decided early in my life I wanted to help people through therapy. After receiving my BS in General Psychology I was determined to work in the mental health field. I went to school part-time, working on my Master's of Science in General Marriage and Family Therapy, while working in various positions at eating disorder and addiction treatment centers over the course of five years. I gained my...
Uncertainty may be all around us, but that doesn't mean that we stop moving forward. It may be that we just need to regroup and determine a new path. Moods, relationships, and life circumstances can create barriers that limit our paths and make it necessary to switch gears. Exploring these and other issues in a warm and engaging setting can make a difference in the quality and satisfaction we...
My practice is currently fuIl and am not taking new patients. I will update my profile when able to accept new patients. I am interested in continuing to work with adolescents and adults looking to improve life and be comfortable as a perfectly imperfect authentic self. I love the intersection between eastern philosophy and western neurobiology. Being able to work with all people, big trauma,...
Stress changes us physically. Exposure to stressful situations instantly triggers measurable physiological changes in body. Stress changes our brain and body chemistry, affecting how we think, feel, and see the world! Stress cannot always be avoided, but it can be controlled. I specialize in helping people use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to handle stress by recognizing the mental traps we all...
