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 love DBT and I continue to be amazed at how it can help clients transform their lives. I strive to make groups and individual sessions fun and accessible. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, direct, compassionate, and trauma-informed. I meet clients where they are and help them define and build a life worth living. I believe we are all good people doing the best we can, but sometimes we...
Are you looking for a way to heal emotional pain? If so, I would love to help you on your journey. I seek to offer support, as a non-judgmental, empathetic, and nurturing guide on your journey to wellness. I specialize in drug and alcohol dependence, and trauma. I have experience working with adolescents and adults, and work extensively with Veterans. I encourage you to reach out, and allow me ...
Is your anxiety and depression taking over your life? Are you struggling to adjust to life stress and/or survival of traumatic events? Are you a parent struggling to help your child through life traditions and big feelings? Are you barely hanging on, possibly coping with drugs and alcohol? Are you finding it difficult connecting with yourself and others around are you? Have you experienced...
All too often we find ourselves repeating the same behaviors, pursing the same types of relationships, and feeling frustrated with the same emotional experiences. We get stuck in a cycle that often leaves us feeling lost, disconnected, misunderstood, and undervalued. Conversely, this can also cause us to desperately ask, “What is wrong with me?” While navigating my own recovery journey, I felt...
My name is Yessenia Aguilar. I am a Bi-Lingual (Spanish) Life Skills Resource Counselor. As a Life Skills Resource Counselor, I assist individuals, couples, or families with general problem areas of distress. Individuals who select my services will learn how to help themselves through learning life skills as needed and to utilize missed opportunities and resources. I am not a licensed mental...
I believe that we as individuals inherently hold the wisdom of who we are and what we need. As life happens we can forget the powerful beings we innately are and lose our sense of self. Sometimes we may fragment parts of ourselves due to relationships, insecurities, societal expectations, trauma and more. My goal is to create a warm and trusting environment to help you gain insight into why you...
OFFERING INDIVIDUAL THERAPY or COUPLES WORK. I provide supportive, action based therapy to facilitate growth, healing, change and transition, and to achieve client goals and objectives. I work with adults and adolescents, accept some insurance plans and also offer a sliding scale option for private pay. I received my Bachelor of Arts, Summa cum laude, in English Literature and Psychology from R...
Therapy and case management is a collaborative process between the therapist and the client. As a counselor, I will be using an integrative approach incorporating many techniques from different theoretical approaches and using Narrative therapy, Art therapy, behavioral therapy, and person-centered therapy. Each client will be treated differently, ensuring that his or her goals incorporated into...
Are you aware of your addictive behavior? Do you say, "I can handle it?" Has your family asked you to quit _____? Do you get paid today but broke tomorrow? I provide a safe place for you to explore issues that are posing difficulties in the various areas of your life. I have a personal testimony. My discipline in the counseling field target comorbidity in individuals. I facilitate substance-use...
When home and family are unbalanced it can cause problems in your personal life, take a toll at work, preoccupy your thoughts and make life difficult. Through individual counseling you can enhance the overall quality of life for you and your loved ones. I use professional tools and therapeutic techniques that include Cognitive Behavioral Therapy or Solution Focused Brief Therapy based on your...
I believe in providing an accepting and safe space for all seeking therapeutic services. I believe anyone can benefit from therapy because we all face different adversities in our lives. I use a client-centered approach which consists of focusing on your individual self and unique circumstances. It is also a collaborative approach so we can work together on what you would like your goals for...
It's tough to know where to start, no matter how many times you've tried before to face the challenges ahead of you. Often, we feel alone in our thoughts and experiences. Finding someone you feel comfortable with, in a space you feel welcome, is most important in creating a healing and freeing environment. I hope to provide that for anyone dealing with an array of emotional and mental issues. I...
Professional Therapy with a personal touch! Feeling depressed or anxious? Looking for a safe space to be seen and heard? Do you simply need a safe, listening ear and connected heart? Life is chalked full of painful challenges and unexpected obstacles: don't try to face them alone! I offer traditional talk-therapy sessions via tele-health -OR- 6-foot-apart sessions at a local park during COVID 1...
Hi! My name is Dr. Catherine Barrett and I have a dual focus in clinical and forensic psychology, as well as a background in marriage and family therapy. My practice focuses on teens, young adults, and adults working through various issues including; narcissistic abuse and CPTSD, addictive and compulsive behaviors, anxiety, and chronic mental illness. I have 12 years of experience working with...
As human beings we all face struggles in life, and at times, we can really benefit from an outside perspective to help us work through difficulties. Whether you're experiencing anxiety, depression, or going through a significant life change, it can be helpful to talk about your concerns in a safe space. I believe that therapy is a healthy balance between processing your emotions and concerns wi...
