Chronic Illness Therapists in 75243
Molly Cook
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, LCDC, RYT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
Waitlist for new clients
You just want to feel happy, healthy, and confident. Instead you often feel overwhelmed, unsure, or disconnected. Fully connecting with our authentic self and others seems impossible. Sometimes our stress levels are too high or our traumatic life experiences get in the way of finding peace & fulfillment. I'm a firm believer that every person has the capacity for transformational healing. If you're ready to navigate the complexities of life including things like trauma, addiction, chronic pain, or dysfunctional family dynamics with a compassionate guide, you're in the right place.
You just want to feel happy, healthy, and confident. Instead you often feel overwhelmed, unsure, or disconnected. Fully connecting with our authentic self and others seems impossible. Sometimes our stress levels are too high or our traumatic life experiences get in the way of finding peace & fulfillment. I'm a firm believer that every person has the capacity for transformational healing. If you're ready to navigate the complexities of life including things like trauma, addiction, chronic pain, or dysfunctional family dynamics with a compassionate guide, you're in the right place.
Leigh Barnett
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, mood disorders and relationship issues. I will help you learn to cope with present stressors or process past experiences. It is important that we establish goals, and I will actively work to help you meet them. I develop personal and genuine relationships with my clients, which is helpful in developing a plan that is tailored to your individual needs.
I specialize in working with adolescents, adults and couples who struggle with anxiety, depression, substance abuse, mood disorders and relationship issues. I will help you learn to cope with present stressors or process past experiences. It is important that we establish goals, and I will actively work to help you meet them. I develop personal and genuine relationships with my clients, which is helpful in developing a plan that is tailored to your individual needs.
Counseling is best when it's personalized. There is no such things as a "one-size-fits-all" method to therapy. I have found that many of us have a combination of trauma and maladaptive behaviors that once explored and processed can dramatically improve the quality of life. I implement four cornerstone treatment approaches: EMDR, Mindful Movement, DBT(Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and expressive arts to calm the nervous system, resolve trauma and incorporate new behaviors.
Counseling is best when it's personalized. There is no such things as a "one-size-fits-all" method to therapy. I have found that many of us have a combination of trauma and maladaptive behaviors that once explored and processed can dramatically improve the quality of life. I implement four cornerstone treatment approaches: EMDR, Mindful Movement, DBT(Dialectical Behavior Therapy) and expressive arts to calm the nervous system, resolve trauma and incorporate new behaviors.
Michele Bowerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243 (Online Only)
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in the belief that every individual is unique and cannot be defined by a single diagnosis. Together, we will embark on a journey toward holistic wellness, focusing on you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. As we collaborate on your treatment, we'll craft personalized goals aimed at helping you connect with your authentic self. Life's transitions, whether exhilarating, intimidating, or overwhelming, are moments for growth, and I am here to support you every step of the way.
My approach to therapy is deeply rooted in the belief that every individual is unique and cannot be defined by a single diagnosis. Together, we will embark on a journey toward holistic wellness, focusing on you as a whole person, not just a set of symptoms. As we collaborate on your treatment, we'll craft personalized goals aimed at helping you connect with your authentic self. Life's transitions, whether exhilarating, intimidating, or overwhelming, are moments for growth, and I am here to support you every step of the way.
Do you ever ache from sadness, hopelessness, and worrying all the time? Well, it does not have to consume you. A lot of people are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, body image, relationship problems, infertility, parenting & more issues that need to be addressed. Any of the above mentioned conditions can weigh us down, but we all just want to be weightless & free of these burdens. Having someone on your side to listen, empathize, and address your needs honestly is the key. I love what I do and can't get enough of my clients. So please reach out and we can make anything possible together.
Do you ever ache from sadness, hopelessness, and worrying all the time? Well, it does not have to consume you. A lot of people are dealing with anxiety, depression, grief, body image, relationship problems, infertility, parenting & more issues that need to be addressed. Any of the above mentioned conditions can weigh us down, but we all just want to be weightless & free of these burdens. Having someone on your side to listen, empathize, and address your needs honestly is the key. I love what I do and can't get enough of my clients. So please reach out and we can make anything possible together.
As the youngest – and only US-born and raised – daughter of two Korean immigrants, I have a unique perspective on multicultural identity development. I am passionate about exploring and affirming all facets of identity, and integrating them in a way that is authentic and fulfilling. My therapy style is liberation-based, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and multidisciplinary (e.g., expressive arts). I am a firm believer that we are not meant to go through life alone and that we thrive in community. We may be a good fit to work together if you are interested in fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships.
As the youngest – and only US-born and raised – daughter of two Korean immigrants, I have a unique perspective on multicultural identity development. I am passionate about exploring and affirming all facets of identity, and integrating them in a way that is authentic and fulfilling. My therapy style is liberation-based, trauma-informed, culturally sensitive, and multidisciplinary (e.g., expressive arts). I am a firm believer that we are not meant to go through life alone and that we thrive in community. We may be a good fit to work together if you are interested in fostering a deeper understanding of yourself and your relationships.
Accepts most health insurance plans, Medicare, and I am currently taking new clients. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I am specifically trained in using evidence based, empirically supported cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with clients who are facing challenges of medical disability, depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and sleep related disorders.
Accepts most health insurance plans, Medicare, and I am currently taking new clients. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I am specifically trained in using evidence based, empirically supported cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with clients who are facing challenges of medical disability, depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and sleep related disorders.
I am a Licensed Psychologist and School Psychologist. I am also owner and CEO of Carewright Clinical Services (www.carewright.org), a dynamic mental health company offering a variety of mental health services to child/adolescents, adults and seniors. As a psychologist, I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of mental and behavioral health disorders. In addition to psychotherapy, I administer a variety of psychological assessments including intelligence/psychoeducational, neuropsychological, forensic, immigration/bilingual, and presurgical evaluations for Spinal Cord Stimulator procedures and bariatric surgeries.
I am a Licensed Psychologist and School Psychologist. I am also owner and CEO of Carewright Clinical Services (www.carewright.org), a dynamic mental health company offering a variety of mental health services to child/adolescents, adults and seniors. As a psychologist, I specialize in the diagnosis and treatment of a variety of mental and behavioral health disorders. In addition to psychotherapy, I administer a variety of psychological assessments including intelligence/psychoeducational, neuropsychological, forensic, immigration/bilingual, and presurgical evaluations for Spinal Cord Stimulator procedures and bariatric surgeries.
Lara Ann Proctor
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
Your mental health is paramount to everything and everyone that is important to you in your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2012 in Dallas. I work with adolescents and adults; couples and families on a variety of issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, and coping skills. I strive to develop an environment where my clients feel free to express their thoughts, feelings, desires and goals in a warm, trusting, non-judgmental relationship. I will work with you to help you learn about yourself so that you can make lifelong changes in order to have a more fulfilling and happier life.
Your mental health is paramount to everything and everyone that is important to you in your life. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who has been practicing since 2012 in Dallas. I work with adolescents and adults; couples and families on a variety of issues such as grief, anxiety, depression, and coping skills. I strive to develop an environment where my clients feel free to express their thoughts, feelings, desires and goals in a warm, trusting, non-judgmental relationship. I will work with you to help you learn about yourself so that you can make lifelong changes in order to have a more fulfilling and happier life.
Kerri Heintz
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243 (Online Only)
If you are feeling isolated, anxious, or stressed-out, you’re not alone. There’s a lot going on in the world that might be taking a toll on your mental health. Are you contemplating a major life change? Do you need help sorting out your wants and needs? Are you exhausted all the time and burnt out from all of your life's competing roles? Even if you’ve never been to therapy before, you might find that talking to someone helps you during these uncertain times. If your fears and anxiety are spiraling out of control, together we will explore the transformation that can happen even in the darkest times. I am here to support you.
If you are feeling isolated, anxious, or stressed-out, you’re not alone. There’s a lot going on in the world that might be taking a toll on your mental health. Are you contemplating a major life change? Do you need help sorting out your wants and needs? Are you exhausted all the time and burnt out from all of your life's competing roles? Even if you’ve never been to therapy before, you might find that talking to someone helps you during these uncertain times. If your fears and anxiety are spiraling out of control, together we will explore the transformation that can happen even in the darkest times. I am here to support you.
Making the decision on which therapist to work with is based on many factors. Perhaps the most important factor is finding someone you are comfortable with so they can be of help. My goal in working with clients is to start by establishing a nonjudgmental, yet honest, relationship that is supportive enough to explore topics and gain insight into issues most relevant to them. I have experience working with clients from all backgrounds with a variety of difficulties, including relationship issues, life transitions, depression, identity struggles, anxiety, and grief.
Making the decision on which therapist to work with is based on many factors. Perhaps the most important factor is finding someone you are comfortable with so they can be of help. My goal in working with clients is to start by establishing a nonjudgmental, yet honest, relationship that is supportive enough to explore topics and gain insight into issues most relevant to them. I have experience working with clients from all backgrounds with a variety of difficulties, including relationship issues, life transitions, depression, identity struggles, anxiety, and grief.
Shoneka Stewart
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243 (Online Only)
Feeling unseen? Do you feel like no one understands you? Are you tired of the negative self-talk? Want to get out of your own way? I know how trauma, anxiety, and depression can consume you. I can support you through this and empower you with the skills to get your life back.
Feeling unseen? Do you feel like no one understands you? Are you tired of the negative self-talk? Want to get out of your own way? I know how trauma, anxiety, and depression can consume you. I can support you through this and empower you with the skills to get your life back.
Julie Aguirre-Orcutt
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75243 (Online Only)
Clients will experience a warm, inclusive, receptive environment where an integrative exploration of self flourishes. Jule's approach leaves clients feeling seen, heard, and empowered to move forward with more resilience and sense of vitality.
Clients will experience a warm, inclusive, receptive environment where an integrative exploration of self flourishes. Jule's approach leaves clients feeling seen, heard, and empowered to move forward with more resilience and sense of vitality.
Our clients almost always come to us because they feel "blocked" by something inside. Something prevents them from moving forward, and they don't know what it is. We show them in the first session exactly what the brand new fMRI research shows is stopping them from change and how we will overcome it with hypnosis. Stress, fears, sleep problems, chronic pain, sexual problems, depression, bad habits, addictions, all result from the fact that our subconscious mind is out of tune with our conscious desires. Hypnotism is uniquely qualified to address that very quickly, without months and months of talking with no results.
Our clients almost always come to us because they feel "blocked" by something inside. Something prevents them from moving forward, and they don't know what it is. We show them in the first session exactly what the brand new fMRI research shows is stopping them from change and how we will overcome it with hypnosis. Stress, fears, sleep problems, chronic pain, sexual problems, depression, bad habits, addictions, all result from the fact that our subconscious mind is out of tune with our conscious desires. Hypnotism is uniquely qualified to address that very quickly, without months and months of talking with no results.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about supporting and empowering others in their process toward improved wellness. I'm so glad you're here. Taking the step to seek therapy is a courageous and empowering decision, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. In our work together, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you can be your true self. Whether you're navigating the challenged of ADHD, grappling with the complexities of bicultural identity, or seeking support in your relationships, I'm here to help. I believe in meeting you where you are, with compassion and understanding.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor passionate about supporting and empowering others in their process toward improved wellness. I'm so glad you're here. Taking the step to seek therapy is a courageous and empowering decision, and I'm honored to be part of your journey. In our work together, my goal is to create a safe, non-judgemental space where you can be your true self. Whether you're navigating the challenged of ADHD, grappling with the complexities of bicultural identity, or seeking support in your relationships, I'm here to help. I believe in meeting you where you are, with compassion and understanding.
I began my practice working with patients with complex medical issues. I then transitioned to working with inpatient adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients suffering from a range of severe mental illness, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders.
I began my practice working with patients with complex medical issues. I then transitioned to working with inpatient adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients suffering from a range of severe mental illness, depression, anxiety disorders, substance abuse disorders.
By participating in the therapeutic process with me, my goal as your counselor is to join with you in helping you attain peace and resolution by primarily growing your emotional self. Whether you are dealing with an issue with yourself, with a relationship, or with your relationship with God, I look forward to partnering with you to work towards resolution and freedom. I work with individuals and couples; and offer spiritual direction to clients interested in bringing their Christian faith to the therapy process and pursuing it from a deeper spiritual perspective.
By participating in the therapeutic process with me, my goal as your counselor is to join with you in helping you attain peace and resolution by primarily growing your emotional self. Whether you are dealing with an issue with yourself, with a relationship, or with your relationship with God, I look forward to partnering with you to work towards resolution and freedom. I work with individuals and couples; and offer spiritual direction to clients interested in bringing their Christian faith to the therapy process and pursuing it from a deeper spiritual perspective.
Theresa Bayley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
Selah Counseling serves individuals who're ready to make their mental health a priority, through faith-based counseling that encourages and uplifts.
Selah Counseling serves individuals who're ready to make their mental health a priority, through faith-based counseling that encourages and uplifts.
Helen Parker
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPC-A, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75243
Not accepting new clients
You want life to be different, but you aren't sure how. If feelings of uncertainty, overwhelm, worry, and sadness seem to rule your life, I can help. I work with neurodivergence, childhood trauma/complex trauma, anxiety, OCD and persistent depression. I also work with individuals dealing with grief, a major life change, or chronic illness. As a neurodivergent individual myself, I have a passion for helping people learn their needs, wants, and limits - then build a life that feels feasible and meaningful. In our work together, you can learn to focus more on what matters to you than be controlled by your struggles.
You want life to be different, but you aren't sure how. If feelings of uncertainty, overwhelm, worry, and sadness seem to rule your life, I can help. I work with neurodivergence, childhood trauma/complex trauma, anxiety, OCD and persistent depression. I also work with individuals dealing with grief, a major life change, or chronic illness. As a neurodivergent individual myself, I have a passion for helping people learn their needs, wants, and limits - then build a life that feels feasible and meaningful. In our work together, you can learn to focus more on what matters to you than be controlled by your struggles.
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Chronic Illness Therapists
How does therapy for chronic illness work?
Many people living with a chronic illness may feel they cannot speak honestly about their experience out of embarrassment or fear of being a burden, or because those close to them do not understand, for example, that they may “look good” even if they do not feel good. Therapy sessions are an opportunity to speak openly with someone who knows their symptoms are not in their head and who can offer practical, proven suggestions for managing feelings of grief, shame, or fatigue, such as techniques to challenge unhelpful thoughts about symptoms and develop new ways to respond to them, such as distraction or calming breathing practices.
Can therapy help with physical symptoms of chronic illness?
Yes, especially if an individual with chronic illness has developed depression. People with depression are less likely to maintain their health treatment regimens or to take positive steps to manage physical symptoms when they arise, thereby potentially complicating their medical prognosis. Treatment of depression, through talk therapy, medication, or both, will often improve one’s physical state as it eases the emotional burden of illness.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic illness?
No one living with a chronic illness, or their loved ones, should see depression as an unavoidable result of their condition. Instead, they should actively seek treatment. Research shows that people with depression are less likely to devote the required time and effort to maintaining or monitoring their health, and so therapy to limit the risk of depression can be vital for physical health as well. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy and mindfulness-based stress reduction have been found to help individuals reduce stress and anxiety.
How long does therapy for chronic illness take?
There is no set timeline for therapy for people living with chronic illnesses, but many will see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 weekly sessions. Some people feel that they experience progress faster than others but even some who quickly feel improvement may continue with sessions for months or years. Some people may benefit from maintenance therapy if their symptoms change or they experience a decline in physical health. Others find that the skills learned in short-term therapy can be used on an ongoing basis, even after therapy has concluded.