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
When we live allowing the past to dictate the future we neglect the present moment and the ability for change. My focus as a therapist is to learn from the past insofar as informs the present day, which will make for a brighter future. My goal as a clinician is to help bring my clients clarity so that they can better manage their stressors, relationships, and create new perspectives. I use an...
I am licensed both as a Licensed Professional Counselor and an Alcohol and Drug Counselor. I also have extensive experience working with domestic violence and other women's issues. I believe strongly in each individual's autonomy and need for validation. Following 15 years of experience working with both men and women and addiction I understand the interaction of substance use disorder and ment...
Do you struggle with anxiety or trauma? Does your life sometimes feel hijacked by painful and troubling emotions? I am the founder of New England Psychotherapy in Wolcott CT. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and trauma conditions using the evidenced-based treatment of Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Certified Clinical Trauma...
Are you going through a life transition, overwhelmed, struggling in a relationship, parenting difficulties, feeling "stuck" and/or feeling discouraged? Would you like pre-marital counseling before taking the big step? My goal is to help you develop new skills , guide you towards healing , wholeness, and grow individually to create a positive new change. I have over 15 years of experience...
For the Highly Sensitive Person and/or Empath the world can be an overwhelming place. These individuals are “super sensing,” and absorb more sensory and energetic information than the average person. Loud noises, large groups, and energetic overload are land mines we train ourselves to dance around. Years of taking in this level of input without self-compassion and understanding often leads to...
As a Christian therapist, I am honored to combine the Word of God and prayer with evidence based, cognitive and behavioral interventions to facilitate insight and healing from the ravages of mental health disorders, as well as family and relationship conflicts. I ardently believe forgiveness and compassion for self and others is crucial for the development and maintenance of healthy and honorin...
I love working with people that are motivated to start feeling better and want to optimize overall well-being. I like having a diverse clientele and I have experience working with complex issues. I am passionate about working with victims of physical, emotional, and sexual abuse. My approach in therapy is holistic and focuses on the mind, body, and spirit to optimize healing. My passion is guid...
If you've ever felt broken, lost, or disconnected I'm the kind of therapist that can support you through your journey of finding lasting change. The beliefs you hold about yourself and the world, your emotions, your memories, and your habits all can influence mental and physical health. When we learn to quiet the mind and unite with the body we learn how to break free from habitual and painful...
In my psychotherapy practice, I work primarily with people who are dealing with anxiety, depression, managing significant life transitions, relationship difficulties, and work stress. In addition to working in private practice, I am the psychotherapist for Steward House at Silver Hill Hospital, where I provide individual and group therapy for people with significant high-level career roles and...
As a child of Veteran parents and being a Veteran myself I have a passion to help those who struggle with trauma, depression, grief, and anxiety. Do you feel stuck? Do you feel like you are going under and no one is there to help you? I'm here to get into the murky waters with you and help guide you to the surface. I'm of the belief that no matter how bleak a situation is, positive growth can b...
As a therapist, I choose to meet people where they are. Whether you are excited, apprehensive or reluctant, we can start there. I believe in the process of therapy and I give my clients the time they need. We all have reasons for doing the things we do, the challenge is sometimes the patterns we've established no longer serve us well. We will work together to learn about your patterns and if...
Through the stress of everyday life, so many of us have learned to put our needs aside. Often, we ignore them in the service of others, overwhelm, or simply not knowing how to nurture ourselves. By building self-compassion and awareness, I work with clients to help them listen to their minds and bodies. Clients can learn to bring themselves back into alignment, finding peace along the way. Past...
Life can be difficult and full of unexpected challenges. I work with adolescents, adults and families in addressing these challenges, finding new ways to cope and function more effectively. I have experience treating disordered eating, body image, self harm, anxiety, interpersonal issues and depression. I also have experience assisting those going through life transitions such as divorce, job...
"Each one, reach one, teach one"... is a quote I embrace that inspires me in my therapeutic work with clients. With over twenty years of clinical experience I employ a compassionate, empathetic and creative approach when working with patients. This focuses on strength-based solution focused treatment, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness training and other therapeutic interventions to...
Within a therapeutic space we can begin to address concerns, beliefs and patterns of behaviors that have the ability too negatively impact our lives or prevent us from experiencing life as we truly desire. My approach to counseling is compassionate, open and direct. I seek to help others gain new insights in an effort to make wanted changes that may help improve their experiences in social,...
