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
Whether you are in an intense crisis or an average healthy individual, the knowledge that comes from understanding the mind can improve your everyday functioning. Awareness of how our mind processes and forms linkages in the brain can improve how we think, how we feel, and how we act. We cannot control our thoughts, we cannot control other people, and we cannot control what has happened to us i...
MY PRACTICE IS CURRENTLY CLOSED FOR NEW CLIENTS. I WILL UPDATE THIS STATUS ONCE THAT CHANGES. Sometimes life throws us unexpected curve balls that are difficult to manage. Other times, we may find ourselves struggling to manage day to day life even without any major life changes. Therapy can be an important tool for helping us manage both unexpected events as well as the stresses of daily life....
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...
I received my undergraduate education from the Harriet L. Wilkes Honors College at FAU in Jupiter, Florida. The connections that I made their helped me decide to further pursue my education in counseling. I moved to Virginia in 2013 to pursue a graduate degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. I graduated from George Washington University's Counseling Program in 2015. Recently, I become an...
Daniel provides personalized counseling services for adolescents, adults, and families. With over 15 years’ experience, Daniel offers an integrative approach to counseling which is respectful of an individual’s experience and focuses on improving existing strengths, while developing new skills. Daniel’s concentration focuses on the treatment of anxiety, traumatic stress, and depressive...
Emotional pain has a way of making life feel narrow and less enjoyable. In therapy, I help clients to focus on what gives them joy, excitement, and meaning in life, and to identify valued goals. As clients get closer their goals, unforeseen obstacles can crop up, and these roadblocks may cause stress or hardship. I offer a variety of coping skills to help people overcome such obstacles. These...
I believe emotional well- being and healthy relationships are essential for individuals, couples, and families to reach their greatest potential. I provide the highest quality clinical services in a supportive and professional environment. At First Choice Counseling & Wellness Center, clients can expect to receive a warm welcome followed by a thorough screening designed to identify the symptoms...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor with experience working with adults and adolescents. I work with individuals struggling with a variety of issues including substance abuse, relationship issues, problems with adjustment, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, and schizophrenia. I earned my Master’s degree in Social Work from Smith College i...
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!!! I am committed to establish a safe and welcoming space to create a comfortable, trusting environment. Making the decision to begin counseling may be scary or overwhelming, but it can also be very gratifying and freeing. Together, we can overcome obstacles that block our paths to mental and physical health. I believe each client has different needs and therefore like to...
Struggling with unhelpful thoughts, stress, anxiety, sadness, self doubt? I want to help you overcome that hurdle! I use a cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach to help my patients learn to recognize how their thoughts shape their feelings and choices. And by working with you to change those unhelpful thoughts, we can shape your emotions so you make better decisions and have a brighter...
Does it seem like every day is becoming more and more overwhelming? Do you feel like you have stress piled on top of stress piled on top of stress? Anxiety and stress makes us feel stuck, frustrated, and paralyzed. It might have started off small but now feels more unmanageable than ever before. Did you know that it doesn’t have to stay like this? Therapy can help! By using an individualized...
Making the decision to seek additional support in your personal growth and healing is something to be proud of. Asking for help can be difficult, especially when finding someone to trust throughout your healing process. My priority from the first session on is to create an atmosphere of hope, understanding, and, most importantly, trust. I believe we all encounter experiences that affect us in...
