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
Sometimes people just want to be heard, other times people want to search for solutions or answers to specific issues. Either way, we can help identify to target exactly what is going on and what needs to be done to help you live your best life. Currently, we have 2 Marriage and Family Therapist Trainees and a Registered Associate Marriage and Family Therapist. Dr. Wilson is available for...
There comes a time in many of our lives where we can no longer hold in the struggles of life anymore and we finally hit our breaking point. I am here to help guide you through that moment in time and come out stronger on the other side. Whether you are dealing with trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, addiction or low self-esteem you are not alone and there is still hope. I am...
I AM CURRENTLY FULL AND UNABLE TO SCHEDULE NEW CLIENTS. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I work specifically with individuals struggling with Eating Disorders, Disordered Eating, and Body Image issues. My experience with this spans multiple levels of care and both individual and group therapy. As people we are dynamic and our struggles can be complex, so in counseling we look at the whole...
I am a graduate of both the University of North Carolina at Wilmington and Virginia Commonwealth University, with a master’s in social work. i am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with the state of Virginia. I have been working with individuals and families for approximately 18 years. I have extensive post graduate training in grief and trauma and how it affects us spiritually, mentally and...
I help people to alleviate suffering so they can live more fulfilling and joyful lives. I work with clients to address issues including PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties and grief & loss. I identify as lesbian and I specialize in working with people from marginalized communities, especially LGBTQIAA2S clients. Some of the clients I enjoy working with are artists and those...
I have worked with children adolescents, individual adults of all ages, and couples & families. I work with people who are struggling with depression, anxiety, spiritual conflicts, and major mental health problems. I have worked with schools, faith communities, employers, physicians, and other therapists to understand the challenges confronting my clients. We often discover connections between...
I hold a MA from Wake Forest University in Clinical Mental Health Counseling, and MS in Administration of Justice with special focus in Forensic Mental Health Treatment. I am a master level trained behavior specialist in Applied Behavior Analysis. I am an experienced therapist and hold licenses in Pennsylvania and Ohio with licensure pending in New York State. I also have a passion for groups...
Hi there! Welcome to my practice. Clients describe me as authentic, wholehearted, creative, fun and compassionate. I believe healing is a journey built upon trust and safety in vulnerability. My approach is client focused, strengths-based, creative and individualized. I specialize in treating depression, anxiety, LGBTQ+ issues, identity and life transitions. I also specialize in treating comple...
I am a native New Yorker with a lot of experience working with people from various backgrounds and ethnicities. Deciding what to do about: a troubled child, aging/ailing loved one, workplace challenges, relationship issues, or personal struggles can be draining, complicated, and discouraging. My emergency room/crisis work history has given me special skills to help with sudden life changes as w...
Hi, and welcome! We’re all meant to live a life of deep expression, fulfillment and freedom, but sometimes need a little help. Together, we will strive not only to manage symptoms but to understand the root cause. We will explore aspects such as the past and present, cognitive/behavioral patterns, and deeper internalized messages to cultivate actual life-long and sustainable change. We will aim...
Do you have a child or teen who is struggling with things such as anxiety, depression, anger? Do you have a young child who has tantrums and difficulty listening at home and school? Are you a parent who needs help managing your child's behaviors? At STL Play Therapy Institute, we believe in the power of play. Play therapy is a hands-on therapy that allows people of all ages to learn better ways...
Are you struggling in your marriage? Are you thinking about getting married and need some guidance? Has your spouse or significant other cheated? Are you feeling down and you just don't know why? Do you often feel just not good enough? Feel not worthy? Have you experienced a trauma such as abuse, rape, natural disasters or car wrecks? Your goals for your life are important to me and getting to...
It can be scary and intimidating when entering therapy. It is quite common that people can feel very vulnerable with the idea of sharing intimate details of their life. As a therapist, I believe it is a privilege to be invited into another person’s life. My philosophy is that I do not believe that people are broken, but rather each person is a unique individual who has, at some point, encounter...
I am a licensed clinical psychologist providing individual, couples and group therapy. I use an empathic, relational approach that focuses on helping people gain greater awareness of themselves and their struggles and allows them to grow and become more resilient. I strive to help people find their inner strength and to transform their perspective and their interactions with others....
My ideal client is at any age in the lifespan and willing to engage in therapy to heal, grow or simply feel better. I am able to work with a variety of people from different populations due to my non-judgmental stance and curiosity about other people. I am adept at working with individuals who experience multiple problems simultaneously due to my willingness to work with other providers and...
