Chronic Illness Therapists in Elkton, FL
Hello. My name is Diane Marshall, LMHC (MH10148). My focus is on thought processing, emotionally reacting, and understanding behavior as a result. I will meet you where you are in your process of help, hope, and change. I have spent of my career working with clients from crisis, to safety, diagnostics, risk management, treatment, and discharge planning clients of all ages.
Hello. My name is Diane Marshall, LMHC (MH10148). My focus is on thought processing, emotionally reacting, and understanding behavior as a result. I will meet you where you are in your process of help, hope, and change. I have spent of my career working with clients from crisis, to safety, diagnostics, risk management, treatment, and discharge planning clients of all ages.
I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with various individuals, couples, and families with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, and Personality Disorders. I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Trauma-focused therapy, and Gestalt techniques, but I also use other approaches. I believe in working adamantly to make a real difference, using an authentic and gentle style.
I am a License Marriage and Family Therapist with over 10 years of clinical experience working with various individuals, couples, and families with Anxiety, Depression, Bipolar Disorder, Trauma, PTSD, Sexual Abuse, and Personality Disorders. I often utilize Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Narrative Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Solution-focused Therapy, Trauma-focused therapy, and Gestalt techniques, but I also use other approaches. I believe in working adamantly to make a real difference, using an authentic and gentle style.
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I am passionate about relationships, sex & sexuality, chronic illness, disability, parenting, and anxiety. I enjoy discovering root causes and working towards a reconnection to the true self. Consciousness through contemplation can be accessed at any age and any stage. I accept each client as they are while challenging each person to face themselves and discover the power already inside of them. In my practice, I believe in the power of love, hospitality, honesty, and vulnerability.
I am passionate about relationships, sex & sexuality, chronic illness, disability, parenting, and anxiety. I enjoy discovering root causes and working towards a reconnection to the true self. Consciousness through contemplation can be accessed at any age and any stage. I accept each client as they are while challenging each person to face themselves and discover the power already inside of them. In my practice, I believe in the power of love, hospitality, honesty, and vulnerability.
Services available: Counseling, Coaching, and Support Groups for: Grief and Loss, Divorce, Stress, Caregiving, Anxiety and Depression, and Adults and Seniors Facing Chronic or Terminal Illness. I offer a safe, compassionate, and empathetic space for my clients. I listen, provide support, offer ideas, and provide information, education, and resources.
Services available: Counseling, Coaching, and Support Groups for: Grief and Loss, Divorce, Stress, Caregiving, Anxiety and Depression, and Adults and Seniors Facing Chronic or Terminal Illness. I offer a safe, compassionate, and empathetic space for my clients. I listen, provide support, offer ideas, and provide information, education, and resources.
Rebecca H Downey
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, MS
Verified Verified
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
I help people improve their relationships with themselves and with others. I work with individuals, couples, and families to identify obstacles and untangle the knots in their lives. Using evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual and a warm, caring, trauma-informed approach, I help clients gain understanding, build internal resources, and gain traction to accomplish their goals.
I help people improve their relationships with themselves and with others. I work with individuals, couples, and families to identify obstacles and untangle the knots in their lives. Using evidence-based therapeutic interventions tailored to each individual and a warm, caring, trauma-informed approach, I help clients gain understanding, build internal resources, and gain traction to accomplish their goals.
Karen Moore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-QS, CEDS-C
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
While life's experiences can cause us to become critical of ourselves, I stand firm that everyone is worthy, important, and capable of healing. Understanding that everyone is the expert of their own life, I will guide you through self-exploration in an accepting and safe environment. All while building skills to improve your overall wellbeing. I am dedicated to providing support and validation to foster the healing. Through my vast experience I have found my passion lies in providing therapy to those dealing with eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout.
While life's experiences can cause us to become critical of ourselves, I stand firm that everyone is worthy, important, and capable of healing. Understanding that everyone is the expert of their own life, I will guide you through self-exploration in an accepting and safe environment. All while building skills to improve your overall wellbeing. I am dedicated to providing support and validation to foster the healing. Through my vast experience I have found my passion lies in providing therapy to those dealing with eating disorders, body image concerns, anxiety, depression, trauma, and burnout.
Please note pricing listed is for two-hour sessions. My clients gain freedom from negative thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors through the process of hypnosis. It is a safe, evidence-based practice that utilizes natural states of mind to powerfully address issues. Hypnosis is not a cure for mental health or medical conditions. Rather, it can help with fears, phobias, and anxiety as much as it can help with confidence and self-esteem so you can get on with being even more magnificent than you already are. Sessions are typically 2 hours and are available at 2 convenient locations or virtually.
Please note pricing listed is for two-hour sessions. My clients gain freedom from negative thoughts, beliefs, and behaviors through the process of hypnosis. It is a safe, evidence-based practice that utilizes natural states of mind to powerfully address issues. Hypnosis is not a cure for mental health or medical conditions. Rather, it can help with fears, phobias, and anxiety as much as it can help with confidence and self-esteem so you can get on with being even more magnificent than you already are. Sessions are typically 2 hours and are available at 2 convenient locations or virtually.
James Berwick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Saint Augustine, FL 32086 (Online Only)
, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing therapy now for 40 years both with a physical office and for the last 2 years online. I live in St. Augustine, Fl. At this point in my career I am working exclusively with adults. Over the years I have worked with my clients on such issues as Anxiety and Panic attacks, Depression, PTSD, Self Esteem problems, Borderline Personality, and marital issues. The kinds of therapy I use most frequently include EMDR, EFT, Gestalt therapy, and Hypnosis. I have also incorporated my long time meditation practice along with my love for Buddhism into my use of Mindfulness therapy.
, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has been practicing therapy now for 40 years both with a physical office and for the last 2 years online. I live in St. Augustine, Fl. At this point in my career I am working exclusively with adults. Over the years I have worked with my clients on such issues as Anxiety and Panic attacks, Depression, PTSD, Self Esteem problems, Borderline Personality, and marital issues. The kinds of therapy I use most frequently include EMDR, EFT, Gestalt therapy, and Hypnosis. I have also incorporated my long time meditation practice along with my love for Buddhism into my use of Mindfulness therapy.
C. Robyn Kelley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, CDPT, CMHS
Verified Verified
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
Engaging with a therapist can be a difficult and challenging decision. Finding the right therapist is critical. Every client and every journey is unique. As a therapist I will meet you where you are and together we will determine where your path leads.
Engaging with a therapist can be a difficult and challenging decision. Finding the right therapist is critical. Every client and every journey is unique. As a therapist I will meet you where you are and together we will determine where your path leads.
Melissa Lichtenberger
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
I understand that past experiences and societal messages can impact your self-worth and overall enjoyment in life. My passion lies in helping clients discover the beauty within and surrounding their everyday lives. I will aid you in developing resiliency within various life circumstances; while providing support as you discover and build upon your internal strengths. I specialize in therapy for tweens, teens, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, body image issues, disordered eating patterns, and trauma.
I understand that past experiences and societal messages can impact your self-worth and overall enjoyment in life. My passion lies in helping clients discover the beauty within and surrounding their everyday lives. I will aid you in developing resiliency within various life circumstances; while providing support as you discover and build upon your internal strengths. I specialize in therapy for tweens, teens, and adults dealing with anxiety, depression, body image issues, disordered eating patterns, and trauma.
With my help, by triggering your IMAGINATION you will learn and practice how to craft, create, and build your desirable present, and as a result, your successful future. Combining Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Hygiene tools you will have a detailed understanding of your emotions and will learn to control them. You will become the one who controls how your life should be, regardless of the circumstances that life has or will make you face.
With my help, by triggering your IMAGINATION you will learn and practice how to craft, create, and build your desirable present, and as a result, your successful future. Combining Emotional Intelligence and Emotional Hygiene tools you will have a detailed understanding of your emotions and will learn to control them. You will become the one who controls how your life should be, regardless of the circumstances that life has or will make you face.
Elizabeth Bateh Engel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Augustine, FL 32085 (Online Only)
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth? I'm Elizabeth Engel, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in solution-focused therapy and dedicated to guiding individuals and couples towards positive change. I bring a unique blend of expertise and compassion to my practice. With specialized experience in couples and marriage therapy, grief therapy, and individual therapy, I'm here to support you through life's challenges and transitions.
Are you ready to embark on a journey of self-discovery and growth? I'm Elizabeth Engel, a licensed clinical social worker specializing in solution-focused therapy and dedicated to guiding individuals and couples towards positive change. I bring a unique blend of expertise and compassion to my practice. With specialized experience in couples and marriage therapy, grief therapy, and individual therapy, I'm here to support you through life's challenges and transitions.
Kristin Christopher
Registered Mental Health Counselor Intern, RMHCI, MS, Prof, C-CCPT, ASDI
Verified Verified
Saint Augustine, FL 32086
Do you find yourself feeling like you are barely holding on to the ride we call life? Are you experiencing anxiety and the feeling of being overwhelmed about what is around the next corner? We experience this ride together and differently depending where we are sitting. I am ready to help you rediscover who you are and possibly who you want to be going forward. If you are struggling with a physical disability and navigating the world, making a transition in life, worried about your children's experiences and parenting them through with success, then I can support you along the way.
Do you find yourself feeling like you are barely holding on to the ride we call life? Are you experiencing anxiety and the feeling of being overwhelmed about what is around the next corner? We experience this ride together and differently depending where we are sitting. I am ready to help you rediscover who you are and possibly who you want to be going forward. If you are struggling with a physical disability and navigating the world, making a transition in life, worried about your children's experiences and parenting them through with success, then I can support you along the way.
Online Therapists
Hello! My name is Briana Bradshaw and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in working with young adults struggling with purpose, premarital and marital issues, life-transitions, adult children of divorce, anxiety and individuals struggling with auto-immune disorders/ chronic illness, among other issues. I tend to draw from CBT, solution focused, client centered and family systems modalities. My approach is unique to the client first and foremost and my goal is to always instill hope for progress and a future.
Hello! My name is Briana Bradshaw and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I specialize in working with young adults struggling with purpose, premarital and marital issues, life-transitions, adult children of divorce, anxiety and individuals struggling with auto-immune disorders/ chronic illness, among other issues. I tend to draw from CBT, solution focused, client centered and family systems modalities. My approach is unique to the client first and foremost and my goal is to always instill hope for progress and a future.
Lauren Thomas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Gainesville, FL 32605 (Online Only)
You are constantly telling yourself, “Be strong!"? Are you trying to ignore racing thoughts? You seem to start each day more mentally exhausted than the day before, wishing and hoping for something to change. Maybe you lost a loved one, your child, a pet, were told you have a chronic illness/disease, realized that your relationship is in shambles, are haunted by childhood experiences, or the pressures of your life/ job have begun to take their toll. You have thought of therapy but rationalize with yourself that “it isn’t so bad” and that you can keep trying to “fix yourself” only to find yourself circling in a self-blaming pattern.
You are constantly telling yourself, “Be strong!"? Are you trying to ignore racing thoughts? You seem to start each day more mentally exhausted than the day before, wishing and hoping for something to change. Maybe you lost a loved one, your child, a pet, were told you have a chronic illness/disease, realized that your relationship is in shambles, are haunted by childhood experiences, or the pressures of your life/ job have begun to take their toll. You have thought of therapy but rationalize with yourself that “it isn’t so bad” and that you can keep trying to “fix yourself” only to find yourself circling in a self-blaming pattern.
Dr. Lauren Serdencuk
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, CAP, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ocala, FL 34470 (Online Only)
My specialties include Substance Abuse, Chronic Illness, Depression, Family Conflicts, Relationship Issues, and Anxiety.
A majority of clients I work with struggle with anxiety, past trauma, depression, and relationship issues. Some goals that clients are usually exploring to achieve include gaining confidence, learning healthy coping skills, learning how to communicate with loved ones, and implementing boundaries. Our past can affect our future so exploring solutions to ongoing issues assists in the healing process. Clients may want/need to conquer obstacles that prohibit them from moving forward with their lives.
My specialties include Substance Abuse, Chronic Illness, Depression, Family Conflicts, Relationship Issues, and Anxiety.
A majority of clients I work with struggle with anxiety, past trauma, depression, and relationship issues. Some goals that clients are usually exploring to achieve include gaining confidence, learning healthy coping skills, learning how to communicate with loved ones, and implementing boundaries. Our past can affect our future so exploring solutions to ongoing issues assists in the healing process. Clients may want/need to conquer obstacles that prohibit them from moving forward with their lives.
Letha Page
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MCAP, QS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Jacksonville, FL 32256
You want to change and I believe anyone can learn how to create and foster a meaningful life. My work in therapy will be collaborative, educational, strengths-based, and solution-focused to tailor to your unique needs. Together we will work on life transitions, emotional stress, relationship struggles, or discord from chronic illness or pain. I provide interactive sessions to support and guide you when you are struggling with personal life challenges and complex relationship issues. I believe you know when it’s time to look for assistance to promote the change you want in your life. Let me be part of that journey with you.
You want to change and I believe anyone can learn how to create and foster a meaningful life. My work in therapy will be collaborative, educational, strengths-based, and solution-focused to tailor to your unique needs. Together we will work on life transitions, emotional stress, relationship struggles, or discord from chronic illness or pain. I provide interactive sessions to support and guide you when you are struggling with personal life challenges and complex relationship issues. I believe you know when it’s time to look for assistance to promote the change you want in your life. Let me be part of that journey with you.
Because of her medical and counseling knowledge she has helped those with chronic illness understand their emotions when grieving the loss of their health.
If you are currently going through a difficult time, Dr. Riddle is a caring and a compassionate therapist. She will provide a supportive environment where you will feel you are not alone when dealing with your life issues. Whether it is adjustment to a chronic illness, relationship or marital difficulties which has led to anxiety or depression, Dr. Riddle will help you cope. She has experienced many of these same issues in her life's journey, so she is able to be empathetic and understanding for what you are going through.
Because of her medical and counseling knowledge she has helped those with chronic illness understand their emotions when grieving the loss of their health.
If you are currently going through a difficult time, Dr. Riddle is a caring and a compassionate therapist. She will provide a supportive environment where you will feel you are not alone when dealing with your life issues. Whether it is adjustment to a chronic illness, relationship or marital difficulties which has led to anxiety or depression, Dr. Riddle will help you cope. She has experienced many of these same issues in her life's journey, so she is able to be empathetic and understanding for what you are going through.
My specialties include anxiety, chronic illness, crisis management, depression, domestic violence survivors, mood disorders, trauma, and taking on the role caregivers.
What I bring to you as a therapist is… a calm nature, active listening, a nonjudgmental attitude, and a supportive relationship. As a therapist I understand that this is your journey, and I am here to be your sounding board. My goal is to foster effective self-reflection which will lead to finding personal tools to achieve your goals. Coming from a multi-cultural background it has allowed me to see things in all different lights and spaces. It has allowed me to observe and be present in ways not many people get to experience.
My specialties include anxiety, chronic illness, crisis management, depression, domestic violence survivors, mood disorders, trauma, and taking on the role caregivers.
What I bring to you as a therapist is… a calm nature, active listening, a nonjudgmental attitude, and a supportive relationship. As a therapist I understand that this is your journey, and I am here to be your sounding board. My goal is to foster effective self-reflection which will lead to finding personal tools to achieve your goals. Coming from a multi-cultural background it has allowed me to see things in all different lights and spaces. It has allowed me to observe and be present in ways not many people get to experience.
Receiving a diagnosis for yourself or a loved one with cancer or other chronic illness, can be quite overwhelming and frightening. It can cause feelings of fear, sadness, confusion and difficulty moving forward. These emotions can be present with any change in our lives that feels as though our control is taken from us. But we can gain control back and find happiness in life again. It just takes a new way of seeing what is right in front of us.
Receiving a diagnosis for yourself or a loved one with cancer or other chronic illness, can be quite overwhelming and frightening. It can cause feelings of fear, sadness, confusion and difficulty moving forward. These emotions can be present with any change in our lives that feels as though our control is taken from us. But we can gain control back and find happiness in life again. It just takes a new way of seeing what is right in front of us.
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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.