Chronic Illness Therapists in Peoria, AZ
I have just relocated to the Valley and plan on using my experience and training in Geriatrics and Chronic Illness. I approach any situation using a strength based perspective, and reviewing current relationships. I have counseled many on loss and have been successful with clients utilizing meaning inspired psychotherapy. If you are undergoing a life transition, our work together will be an opportunity to understand and modify patterns of behavior that are no longer working for you.
I have just relocated to the Valley and plan on using my experience and training in Geriatrics and Chronic Illness. I approach any situation using a strength based perspective, and reviewing current relationships. I have counseled many on loss and have been successful with clients utilizing meaning inspired psychotherapy. If you are undergoing a life transition, our work together will be an opportunity to understand and modify patterns of behavior that are no longer working for you.
Jennifer Sander
Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CCFP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383 (Online Only)
When your body is thrown a curveball due to a major medical condition, it’s normal to feel alone, anxious, and depressed. Similarly, if you’re in a role that’s focused on serving others - whether in your personal life, professional life, or both - often your own needs get pushed aside. This leads to burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. By using telehealth services at Sandstone Counseling, you can reclaim control over the trajectory of your life. Through evidence-based techniques, you'll learn additional coping skills, adjust to major life stressors, and reinvent yourself to become the person you want to be.
When your body is thrown a curveball due to a major medical condition, it’s normal to feel alone, anxious, and depressed. Similarly, if you’re in a role that’s focused on serving others - whether in your personal life, professional life, or both - often your own needs get pushed aside. This leads to burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. By using telehealth services at Sandstone Counseling, you can reclaim control over the trajectory of your life. Through evidence-based techniques, you'll learn additional coping skills, adjust to major life stressors, and reinvent yourself to become the person you want to be.
Resilient Solutions Counseling & Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85382 (Online Only)
At Resilient Solutions, our culturally responsive counselors are passionate about providing therapy and support that empowers our clients to achieve excellent outcomes. Our goal is to assist clients in managing various concerns and transitions through the unexpected and powerful events they are going through in life. We provide a secure and safe environment that fosters stabilization and promotes resiliency, growth, and healing. Our style is individualized, motivating, warm, and interactive, using evidenced-based practices that are client-centered, solution focused, strength-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs.
At Resilient Solutions, our culturally responsive counselors are passionate about providing therapy and support that empowers our clients to achieve excellent outcomes. Our goal is to assist clients in managing various concerns and transitions through the unexpected and powerful events they are going through in life. We provide a secure and safe environment that fosters stabilization and promotes resiliency, growth, and healing. Our style is individualized, motivating, warm, and interactive, using evidenced-based practices that are client-centered, solution focused, strength-based approaches tailored to each client’s unique needs.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25+ years of experience treating children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. Life has expected and unexpected turns, some of which can seem more difficult than others. Many experiences are quite normal but make us feel anxious, alone and confused. My approach to treatment encompasses many different treatment modalities because one size does not fit all. I combine evidence based treatment with mindfulness practices. Some weekends/evenings availability.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 25+ years of experience treating children, adolescents, young adults and older adults. Life has expected and unexpected turns, some of which can seem more difficult than others. Many experiences are quite normal but make us feel anxious, alone and confused. My approach to treatment encompasses many different treatment modalities because one size does not fit all. I combine evidence based treatment with mindfulness practices. Some weekends/evenings availability.
Are you suffering with Anxiety and Depression? Has something stolen the joy that you used to be able to feel? Are you going through relationship conflict or having a hard time adjusting to changes in your life? I have over 25 years experience treating people suffering from Anxiety, Depression, and relationship problems. I do therapy with individuals or families. If you need to negotiate conflicts, restore relationships, face fears, or overcome depressive symptoms don't hesitate to call. I have many years of experience helping people like you and will respect your spiritual concerns in the process.
Are you suffering with Anxiety and Depression? Has something stolen the joy that you used to be able to feel? Are you going through relationship conflict or having a hard time adjusting to changes in your life? I have over 25 years experience treating people suffering from Anxiety, Depression, and relationship problems. I do therapy with individuals or families. If you need to negotiate conflicts, restore relationships, face fears, or overcome depressive symptoms don't hesitate to call. I have many years of experience helping people like you and will respect your spiritual concerns in the process.
My ideal client is someone navigating anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, seeking clarity, emotional balance, and personal growth. They need a space where they feel safe to express their vulnerabilities without fear of judgment and are searching for practical tools to manage overwhelming emotions. Their goal is to build emotional resilience, strengthen relationships, and gain insight into patterns that no longer serve them. As their therapist, I will meet these needs by providing empathetic, person-centered care, integrating evidence-based approaches like DBT and EMDR. Through collaboration, we will set achievable goals.
My ideal client is someone navigating anxiety, trauma, or life transitions, seeking clarity, emotional balance, and personal growth. They need a space where they feel safe to express their vulnerabilities without fear of judgment and are searching for practical tools to manage overwhelming emotions. Their goal is to build emotional resilience, strengthen relationships, and gain insight into patterns that no longer serve them. As their therapist, I will meet these needs by providing empathetic, person-centered care, integrating evidence-based approaches like DBT and EMDR. Through collaboration, we will set achievable goals.
Krista Hopkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85382 (Online Only)
I am deeply committed to journeying alongside individuals through life's diverse challenges, pains, growth, and healing. I believe in the transformative power of human connection, vulnerability, and personal effort to fostering growth. My aim is to assist you in discovering your passions, purpose, and how to attain them! In my practice, I specialize in helping people find relief from relationship challenges, disconnection from self, trauma, anxiety and depression. We can do this through exploring internal narratives, unhelpful beliefs, and how you navigate your world.
I am deeply committed to journeying alongside individuals through life's diverse challenges, pains, growth, and healing. I believe in the transformative power of human connection, vulnerability, and personal effort to fostering growth. My aim is to assist you in discovering your passions, purpose, and how to attain them! In my practice, I specialize in helping people find relief from relationship challenges, disconnection from self, trauma, anxiety and depression. We can do this through exploring internal narratives, unhelpful beliefs, and how you navigate your world.
Prism Counseling & Coaching
Pastoral Counselor, MDiv, BCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85345
We provide faith-based counseling for teens, adults, couples, and families. Our counselors have highly specialized training around integrating your faith and spirituality into the counseling process. Whether you are a regular churchgoer, a seeker, or even spiritual-but-not-religious, it is our goal to provide a safe, sacred place for you to work through whatever emotional and relational issues you may be facing — all while helping you deepen your spiritual life in the process.
We provide faith-based counseling for teens, adults, couples, and families. Our counselors have highly specialized training around integrating your faith and spirituality into the counseling process. Whether you are a regular churchgoer, a seeker, or even spiritual-but-not-religious, it is our goal to provide a safe, sacred place for you to work through whatever emotional and relational issues you may be facing — all while helping you deepen your spiritual life in the process.
Pathways To Connection, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LCSW
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85345
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
As a tele-health practitioner, I believe compassion is a powerful force in meeting life’s challenges. Regardless of our position and circumstances, we all have experiences that are challenging, stressful and unfulfilling; often requiring extra support. Whether you are working through mental health issues, having a tough time working through trauma, experiencing relationship dysfunction, or any other stressful situations, I’m here to help you work through it. My core therapeutic values and approach provide guidance for myself and clients as we work together toward peaceful resolutions to some of life’s most challenging obstacles.
Dawn Marie Bellingham
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAPC, LPC, CSAT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85381
Welcome to Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC. My desire is that you will find hope and healing throughout your journey. I have been working in the mental health and addiction field for 15 years. Additionally, I have worked in the education field for over 20 years. My expertise includes working in the areas of Christian counseling, trauma work, experiential therapy, mental health, relationships, family, and addiction. I also have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults. I spent time at the junior high and high school level teaching English, working as a guidance counselor, and as a social worker.
Welcome to Grace & Gratitude Counseling, PLLC. My desire is that you will find hope and healing throughout your journey. I have been working in the mental health and addiction field for 15 years. Additionally, I have worked in the education field for over 20 years. My expertise includes working in the areas of Christian counseling, trauma work, experiential therapy, mental health, relationships, family, and addiction. I also have a passion for working with adolescents and young adults. I spent time at the junior high and high school level teaching English, working as a guidance counselor, and as a social worker.
Heidi Kaminski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SEP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85381
I am passionate about helping people find their inner warrior! I am here to help you, or your child move through normal developmental difficulties or manage more traumatic life circumstances. If you are stressed out I can help! I offer a safe, predictable, empathetic environment to grow and heal from the inside out. I am dedicated to helping you feel more at peace within yourself. I am a trauma expert in treating sexual, physical and emotional abuse. I treat relational and developmental trauma. I also specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, phobias, and any stress related issues. Let me hold space for you to be heard.
I am passionate about helping people find their inner warrior! I am here to help you, or your child move through normal developmental difficulties or manage more traumatic life circumstances. If you are stressed out I can help! I offer a safe, predictable, empathetic environment to grow and heal from the inside out. I am dedicated to helping you feel more at peace within yourself. I am a trauma expert in treating sexual, physical and emotional abuse. I treat relational and developmental trauma. I also specialize in treatment of anxiety, depression, phobias, and any stress related issues. Let me hold space for you to be heard.
Lone Rock Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85383 (Online Only)
Hello! Are you caught in a season of your life where you feel lost and unsure how to prioritize your own needs again? If you are trying to trudge through anxiety, depression, or both; stages of grief, loss or anticipatory grief; or a transitional stage of your life or coping with aging, I look forward to the opportunity to empower you and help realign your actions with your values. Sometimes we need permission to feel our feelings, to reset and focus on the basics, learn how to set boundaries with ourselves and others, and simply make a daily commitment.
Hello! Are you caught in a season of your life where you feel lost and unsure how to prioritize your own needs again? If you are trying to trudge through anxiety, depression, or both; stages of grief, loss or anticipatory grief; or a transitional stage of your life or coping with aging, I look forward to the opportunity to empower you and help realign your actions with your values. Sometimes we need permission to feel our feelings, to reset and focus on the basics, learn how to set boundaries with ourselves and others, and simply make a daily commitment.
Although I consider myself a specialist in trauma issues, I have worked with clients across the lifespan on a broad range of needs. Some of the most common topics include life adjustments, ADHD, anxiety, grief, depressive disorders, parenting, relationships and PTSD. My therapy style is eclectic, warm, intuitive and interactive. For those interested, I can integrate spiritual knowledge and practices into your therapy as well. Sessions will utilize education, dialogue & skills building. We will strive to close each session with a mutually agreed upon homework assignment to work on until the next session.
Although I consider myself a specialist in trauma issues, I have worked with clients across the lifespan on a broad range of needs. Some of the most common topics include life adjustments, ADHD, anxiety, grief, depressive disorders, parenting, relationships and PTSD. My therapy style is eclectic, warm, intuitive and interactive. For those interested, I can integrate spiritual knowledge and practices into your therapy as well. Sessions will utilize education, dialogue & skills building. We will strive to close each session with a mutually agreed upon homework assignment to work on until the next session.
Hello, I am the owner of Counseling Embodied, a private practice in the Glendale / Peoria area. We have immediate availability & offer sessions both virtually and in-person. I work with individuals (18+) and couples. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity issues, chronic health issues, and trauma. I work with couples who struggle with intimacy, connection, communication, and family stressors (pregnancy and birth, blended family, conflicting parenting approaches). Note: I do not accept insurance for couples treatment. I have advanced training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
Hello, I am the owner of Counseling Embodied, a private practice in the Glendale / Peoria area. We have immediate availability & offer sessions both virtually and in-person. I work with individuals (18+) and couples. I specialize in helping people with anxiety, depression, ADHD, identity issues, chronic health issues, and trauma. I work with couples who struggle with intimacy, connection, communication, and family stressors (pregnancy and birth, blended family, conflicting parenting approaches). Note: I do not accept insurance for couples treatment. I have advanced training in Perinatal Mood and Anxiety Disorders.
Marisol Molina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Marisol and I’m a therapist with 10 years in direct practice and 19 years in the social service industry. My specialties are in trauma and relationships, and I am experienced in working with various populations in a variety of issues. Therapy is not a “one-size fits all” venture but one that requires an understanding of the person as a whole and then the ability to pull from a variety of modalities to help guide the person in their journey. Soy bilingue y tambien proveo terapia en Espanol.
Hi, my name is Marisol and I’m a therapist with 10 years in direct practice and 19 years in the social service industry. My specialties are in trauma and relationships, and I am experienced in working with various populations in a variety of issues. Therapy is not a “one-size fits all” venture but one that requires an understanding of the person as a whole and then the ability to pull from a variety of modalities to help guide the person in their journey. Soy bilingue y tambien proveo terapia en Espanol.
Catherine Fliszar
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, LCMHC, LCPC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345 (Online Only)
Are you tired of being anxious, unhappy, stressed out, or overwhelmed by life? Do you want to make change in your life but don’t know where to start? Perhaps you don’t even know what is wrong, you just know you don’t feel right. We can work together to identify what has gone wrong and make the change needed to make life more bearable. We will collaborate to identify the negative patterns that have gotten you stuck and figure out new, more positive ways to help manage your symptoms.
Are you tired of being anxious, unhappy, stressed out, or overwhelmed by life? Do you want to make change in your life but don’t know where to start? Perhaps you don’t even know what is wrong, you just know you don’t feel right. We can work together to identify what has gone wrong and make the change needed to make life more bearable. We will collaborate to identify the negative patterns that have gotten you stuck and figure out new, more positive ways to help manage your symptoms.
Breaking Free Christian Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Peoria, AZ 85345
Do you easily get over stimulated? Do people say you are too sensitive? Do you think and feel deeply? Are you aware of things around you that others are not? Does it take you longer to make a decision and then you worry if you have made the right decision? These things can be both good things and a problem at times. At times they can lead to depression or anxiety and other times they can be your greatest assets. Maybe you don't feel that these things could ever be your greatest asset so you need some help to realize that goal.
Do you easily get over stimulated? Do people say you are too sensitive? Do you think and feel deeply? Are you aware of things around you that others are not? Does it take you longer to make a decision and then you worry if you have made the right decision? These things can be both good things and a problem at times. At times they can lead to depression or anxiety and other times they can be your greatest assets. Maybe you don't feel that these things could ever be your greatest asset so you need some help to realize that goal.
Miranda Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Peoria, AZ 85382
Waitlist for new clients
Do you feel like your anxiety is so intense that it’s making your decisions for you? Are intrusive thoughts and compulsions making you question your character or making your world feel unsafe? It’s hard to keep up with daily life when anxiety and intrusive thoughts make every decision feel paralyzing. Keeping up with work, family, friends, and the things that bring you joy start to feel tiring or impossible to achieve. If these words resonate with you, I see you and I’m here to help. I can help you work through the challenges you are facing and help you feel that hope and change exist for you.
Do you feel like your anxiety is so intense that it’s making your decisions for you? Are intrusive thoughts and compulsions making you question your character or making your world feel unsafe? It’s hard to keep up with daily life when anxiety and intrusive thoughts make every decision feel paralyzing. Keeping up with work, family, friends, and the things that bring you joy start to feel tiring or impossible to achieve. If these words resonate with you, I see you and I’m here to help. I can help you work through the challenges you are facing and help you feel that hope and change exist for you.
I am passionate about helping clients develop self-awareness and become the best versions of themselves. Together, we will work on gaining an understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, emotions, thoughts and beliefs, and motivations, to improve your relationship with yourself and others, improve your problem-solving skills, and help you set and achieve goals. This can be done through evaluations and/or therapy.
I am passionate about helping clients develop self-awareness and become the best versions of themselves. Together, we will work on gaining an understanding of your strengths and weaknesses, emotions, thoughts and beliefs, and motivations, to improve your relationship with yourself and others, improve your problem-solving skills, and help you set and achieve goals. This can be done through evaluations and/or therapy.
Clients come in for issues such as PTSD, depression and anxiety. I love to help children process their feelings and become more aware. I love to help adults with a variety of issues; including managing ADHD and ASD. I work with clients who have complex trauma, borderline diagnosis, and single parent issues. I am also intricately aware of spiritual abuse dynamics. I will help you set goals and achieve them for yourself and family.
Clients come in for issues such as PTSD, depression and anxiety. I love to help children process their feelings and become more aware. I love to help adults with a variety of issues; including managing ADHD and ASD. I work with clients who have complex trauma, borderline diagnosis, and single parent issues. I am also intricately aware of spiritual abuse dynamics. I will help you set goals and achieve them for yourself and family.
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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.