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
Therapy is a relationship that needs to be cherished between the therapist and the client. It is a vulnerable space that needs to be safe, comfortable, and motivating for the client to be able to share their inner, personal stories. I have experience working with adults 18 and older with acute mental health issues such as depression, anxiety, substance use, and other mood disorders. I am also v...
I was licensed as a Clinical Social Worker in 1998 and have been working in the field of mental health for over 30 years. I have worked in school with children who have emotional and social problems, in a hospital setting with patients having an array of diagnosis and in a residential treatment facility with people who have substance abuse issues or dual diagnosis. With my experience I have...
My mission is to equip, empower, and encourage all people by providing services directed toward helping them achieve healthier and productive lives. I believe in working from the inside out promoting mental, emotional, and spiritual health. Also, I provide values-based counseling for the purpose of restoring and sustaining wholeness in individuals lives. I am a National Board-Certified Counselo...
There is no one size fits all solution when it comes to therapy. In my practice, I tailor therapy to each individual’s needs by integrating relevant elements of evidence based approaches. I will be there to support and empower you as overcome you challenges and fulfill significant life goals. Seeing my clients overcome personal challenges is one of the most rewarding feeling I’ve known. I have...
Do you feel tired of painful thoughts, memories and feelings? Have you had stressful events change the course of your life? Sometimes we struggle finding motivation and being comfortable with ourselves in the aftermath of these life changing events. We can work to release what has been holding you back from rebuilding confidence, meeting your goals and comfortable in your own skin. I am a gradu...
I believe therapy can be transformative. Not the kind of transformation where something totally new is created out of thin air, but rather the kind of transformation where what is already there gets to grow, expand, and take comfortable shape. For me, the goal of therapy is to be more authentically yourself and to feel comfortable in your own skin. It is to feel those intense emotions without...
Life can take us down many different roads. Sometimes those roads can have bumps, holes, or be so deteriorated that it's difficult to travel. Counseling is an effective way to navigate life's difficulties. I treat a wide range of issues such as depression and other mood problems, anxiety and stress, relationship issues, life changes, adjustment to disability, behavioral issues and many more. Ov...
Friday and Saturday Appointments Available. Have you found yourself in the same relationships over and over? Do you feel STUCK in unhealthy relationships with your family, friends, children, or loved one? Have you been struggling with anxiety, depression, unresolved trauma, or grief? Do you have difficulty saying "no" ? We can become stuck when trying to figure out how to maneuver through...
Have your emotions, thoughts, or behaviors made it difficult to meet your full potential? Psychotherapy (also known as ‘talk therapy’) works best when it is tailored to the individual’s needs. I am trained in a range of evidence-based psychological techniques to treat your needs, including cognitive-behavioral therapy, interpersonal therapy, and psychodynamic therapy. I work with my clients to...
As a therapist I am warm, open, encouraging and focus on an individual's strengths. I consider myself an active therapist; combining experience, education, creativity, and a sense of humor with a down-to-earth realistic approach to counseling. I believe that healing is a collaborative journey that needs honest caring without judgement. I am passionate about creating a genuine connection with th...
Tim is a licensed professional counselor and has worked with children, families, and adults in the Lynchburg area in a variety of settings providing clinical assessments, individual therapy, crisis services, and school-based/home-based services since 2013. Throughout his time, Tim has worked with individuals experiencing a range of difficulties, some of which include: adjusting to life changes,...
With the world still in crisis and with so many unanswered questions about the future of things, I want provide a safe space for you and your family to take care of their mental health and overall wellbeing. COVID19 brings so many changes to our everyday lives that are difficult to handle, yet completely out of our control. Whether its for your kiddo that doesn't understand whats going on, sibl...
Most of us want to live our best life, yet so many of us feel like we can’t quite get there. Something always seems to be standing in the way. If this is true for you, maybe this leaves you feeling anxious, depressed, disconnected or critical of yourself. Maybe you are struggling with past trauma or addiction issues that just won’t let go. You’ve tried talk therapy. Maybe you’ve even tried 12 s...
I am a licensed mental health counselor who understands that life can be challenging and that a positive support system to help find balance is important. I believe that everyone needs a compassionate and non-judgmental atmosphere to explore the feeling of being faced with a brick wall and swimming against the waves. I do and can provide that support. I am experienced in working with adolescent...
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, Licensed Social Worker, Internationally Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor, focused on providing individual and group counseling services. I offer individual and couples counseling using a variety of techniques and skills, utilizing holistic approach, CBT, DBT, Counseling and Life Coaching; Specialises in Self-Esteem and Confidence Issues; Anxiety and...
