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
As a therapist I walk with you as your guide and ally in discovering unhelpful beliefs and finding new paths and possibilities. Change happens from new experiences; my role is to walk with you through insight and discovery. A perspective of mindfulness also influences my work. I am client centered and embrace the idea that we are each the expert of our own experiences of life. I will meet you...
No matter what you are suffering from or want to improve, there are ways to get your brain to function better and give you the life you deserve. I offer a fun, intimate experience by getting to know you and developing a highly individualized, personal plan for you to get what you want from your life. I would love to help you find what you are looking for....
Hello! My name is Dr. Amanda S. Hanko and I am a clinical psychologist in Branford, Connecticut. I work with older adolescents, adults and older adults. While I enjoy working with people on a variety of topics, I specialize in trauma and anxiety as well as depression and mood related difficulties. I thoroughly enjoy helping people find peace and balance in their life when everything around us...
Faros exist to support people in their quest for clarity, peace, and resolution. We believe this starts with cultural sensitivity, affective presence, in a safe and judgement free space. In moments of uncertainty we are here to shed light and offer hope....
I strive to help individuals struggling with distressing emotions, dysfunctional relationships, uncertainty, and the overwhelming demands of life. I see a wide range of clients, including those suffering from anxiety, depression, low motivation, relationship issues, and trauma. In therapy, I will help you to develop an understanding of how past experiences influence your current struggles. As y...
If you’re scrolling to find a therapist—and feel shame and disappointment in yourself—don’t! Mental health should be treated like a doctors visit when sick. My therapeutic approach is providing a safe, supportive, and judgement-free environment in order to create an atmosphere for individual exploration, growth, & change. I focus on treating the whole person. I believe that by learning how to...
Sometimes people come to a point in their life when they feel stuck. After trying to solve their challenges on their own, they come to realize they could use some help. You may have arrived at a place in your life where additional support overcoming an obstacle would be helpful. You may sense the need for a safe place to heal or grow. Counseling is a place where you can be authentic, acknowledg...
"Life’s difficulties can be overwhelming and at times feel unmanageable. Utilizing aspects of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness techniques, I can assist you in learning skills to manage life’s stressors and decrease that overwhelming feeling. Together, we can navigate through the therapeutic process and find what is comfortable for you. I assist individuals...
We all need a little help in our lives. Recognizing that therapy may be something you need in your life is the first step to taking time and consideration for you. Therapy can be helpful for all individuals in an array of ways. If you are struggling with transitions, coping with loss or grief, have a new or continuing disease…you are not alone. The individuals I work with come from all walks of...
Are you dealing with a life transition? As a transition specialist I can think of no other time when so many of us were jolted into a transition and a new way of life! I specialize in working with individuals and families that are going through a transition in their life. These transitions could include; divorce, job loss, getting back into the work force, becoming a teenager, becoming an adult...
Karen is a seasoned Licensed Professional Counselor who places value on the individual, their life experience, and their perspective. Having gained a range of expertise within different cultural settings, Karen has acquired the skills to address trauma, loss, changes within the family and the insidious nature of verbal/emotional abuse that often go unrecognized. Karen identifies areas of streng...
Finding the right therapist for yourself or your teenager can be a difficult task. While a strong therapeutic relationship is important for anyone seeking therapy, it’s particularly important that teens feel comfortable and in control in therapy. I value building strong therapeutic relationships with young people and their parents, and use the power of these relationships to develop motivation ...
Long-term recovery is a difficult journey. It’s not just about being sober; it’s about creating a life that’s more fulfilling than drugs and alcohol. I am here to help you figure out how to do just that. To combat substance abuse it is important to look at what contributed to your current issues but also make concrete changes in the here and now. Part of the journey is identifying obstacles,...
Welcome! Are you struggling with your food, weight or body image? Are your relationships strained? I believe that transformation is possible. Even the toughest problems can be improved as we explore challenges in the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship. I believe that in order to make and sustain meaningful changes, we need a non-judgmental environment where one feels understood. My goa...
