Chronic Illness Therapists in Castleton, IN
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Hayley Craig
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Castleton, IN 46250 (Online Only)
We all need someone to talk to at times, and I have dedicated my career to being that person for others. As a LCSW, I have over 6 years of experience in residential, hospital, and clinic settings. I enjoy working with teens and young adults to help with problems adjusting, behavioral concerns, relationship issues, unhealthy boundaries with family, friends and/or others, and poor self-esteem and self-worth. One of my aims is to build a compassionate and judgement-free environment for clients to open up and discuss emotions and experiences so we can collaborate to realize and accomplish goals.
We all need someone to talk to at times, and I have dedicated my career to being that person for others. As a LCSW, I have over 6 years of experience in residential, hospital, and clinic settings. I enjoy working with teens and young adults to help with problems adjusting, behavioral concerns, relationship issues, unhealthy boundaries with family, friends and/or others, and poor self-esteem and self-worth. One of my aims is to build a compassionate and judgement-free environment for clients to open up and discuss emotions and experiences so we can collaborate to realize and accomplish goals.
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Geri Waggle
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Castleton, IN 46256
Not accepting new clients
LIFE CAN CHANGE IN AN INSTANT! Death, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Sudden Loss or Death by Suicide can destroy your sense of safety and ability to cope. Has Sexual Addiction/Pornography use impacted your life or your relationship with your partner ? Are you an adult child of an alcoholic (ACOA) or drug addict? Have you experienced childhood trauma, abuse or neglect? Do you need to heal a past of abuse or violence? Are you feeling shattered, overwhelmed disconnected and confused? Are you feeling physically and emotionally exhausted? I have 20 years of experience helping individuals and families to heal, forgive and find hope.
LIFE CAN CHANGE IN AN INSTANT! Death, Trauma, Infidelity, Betrayal, Sudden Loss or Death by Suicide can destroy your sense of safety and ability to cope. Has Sexual Addiction/Pornography use impacted your life or your relationship with your partner ? Are you an adult child of an alcoholic (ACOA) or drug addict? Have you experienced childhood trauma, abuse or neglect? Do you need to heal a past of abuse or violence? Are you feeling shattered, overwhelmed disconnected and confused? Are you feeling physically and emotionally exhausted? I have 20 years of experience helping individuals and families to heal, forgive and find hope.
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Cat Salladin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46250
While I work with a wide range of clients, I specialize in neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ individuals, disability and chronic illness, religious trauma, attachment issues, and athletes/former athletes.
I work with adolescents and young adults, particularly those within in the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent individuals, exvangelicals or others with religious trauma, disabled individuals, and athletes/former athletes who are struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness/rejection, identity, and trauma related symptoms. I provide person-centered, neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. Throughout our time together, you will feel heard, supported and connected so that you can create a meaningful life.
While I work with a wide range of clients, I specialize in neurodivergence, LGBTQ+ individuals, disability and chronic illness, religious trauma, attachment issues, and athletes/former athletes.
I work with adolescents and young adults, particularly those within in the LGBTQ+ community, neurodivergent individuals, exvangelicals or others with religious trauma, disabled individuals, and athletes/former athletes who are struggling with anxiety, depression, loneliness/rejection, identity, and trauma related symptoms. I provide person-centered, neurodiversity affirming, and LGBTQ+ affirming care. Throughout our time together, you will feel heard, supported and connected so that you can create a meaningful life.
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My office also provides support for adults, children, teens, and elders facing challenges like ADHD, bereavement, chronic illness, depression, relationship issues, OCD, and more.
If you are struggling with identity or a deep sense of confusion, you are not alone. As a seasoned EMDR therapist, I specialize in helping clients who feel lost, disconnected, or confused. My approach is rooted in understanding your unique experiences and guiding you toward clarity and self-discovery. Together, we will work to unravel the impact of difficult experiences, helping you reconnect with yourself, reclaim your identity, and build a life that feels authentic and whole.
My office also provides support for adults, children, teens, and elders facing challenges like ADHD, bereavement, chronic illness, depression, relationship issues, OCD, and more.
If you are struggling with identity or a deep sense of confusion, you are not alone. As a seasoned EMDR therapist, I specialize in helping clients who feel lost, disconnected, or confused. My approach is rooted in understanding your unique experiences and guiding you toward clarity and self-discovery. Together, we will work to unravel the impact of difficult experiences, helping you reconnect with yourself, reclaim your identity, and build a life that feels authentic and whole.
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Alyssa Schutte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Alyssa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana (LCSW) and Massachusetts (LICSW). Alyssa specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and middle adulthood; folks who are family planning, prenatal, perinatal, postnatal, and parenting; and folks who experience chronic pain and/or are affected by chronic/complex medical conditions; folks in the LGBTQIA+ community; and folks who have experienced trauma.
Alyssa is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Indiana (LCSW) and Massachusetts (LICSW). Alyssa specializes in working with adolescents, young adults, and middle adulthood; folks who are family planning, prenatal, perinatal, postnatal, and parenting; and folks who experience chronic pain and/or are affected by chronic/complex medical conditions; folks in the LGBTQIA+ community; and folks who have experienced trauma.
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I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes, and relationship issues. My work focuses on guiding people through battles with self-criticism and doubt toward a place of greater acceptance and peace.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, life changes, and relationship issues. My work focuses on guiding people through battles with self-criticism and doubt toward a place of greater acceptance and peace.
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My approach to therapy is collaborative and transparent. I use the skills and experiences I've gained to help clients achieve their own goals. Instead of curing mental health I believe in helping people understand and manage their issues in sustainable ways. Since I use a lot of metaphors in therapy, the one I use to illustrate and describe my therapeutic process is likening it to a home improvement. My job is to help clients explore and find the right tools for their unique improvements and provide guidance so clients have support while making lasting changes they want in their life. The toolbox can then be used outside of therapy.
My approach to therapy is collaborative and transparent. I use the skills and experiences I've gained to help clients achieve their own goals. Instead of curing mental health I believe in helping people understand and manage their issues in sustainable ways. Since I use a lot of metaphors in therapy, the one I use to illustrate and describe my therapeutic process is likening it to a home improvement. My job is to help clients explore and find the right tools for their unique improvements and provide guidance so clients have support while making lasting changes they want in their life. The toolbox can then be used outside of therapy.
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Dennis Crandell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
I am enthusiastic about good mental health. I enjoy helping others live their best lives by improving their health and relational skills. I am licensed as a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Addictions Counselor.
I am enthusiastic about good mental health. I enjoy helping others live their best lives by improving their health and relational skills. I am licensed as a Clinical Social Worker and Clinical Addictions Counselor.
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Joyce 'joy' Fields
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46250 (Online Only)
Trust is vital when facing depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, relationship, and anger. My approach is rooted in empathy, creating a safe space for your journey. With tailored therapy, we'll navigate your challenges together, fostering resilience and empowering you to reclaim your life. Let's embark on this transformative journey.
Trust is vital when facing depression, anxiety, grief, substance use, relationship, and anger. My approach is rooted in empathy, creating a safe space for your journey. With tailored therapy, we'll navigate your challenges together, fostering resilience and empowering you to reclaim your life. Let's embark on this transformative journey.
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I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience spanning more than a decade, focusing on providing support to adults. Embracing a comprehensive, relational, and inclusive methodology, I customize your therapy to suit your unique needs. I have experience in working with adults of all genders from diverse backgrounds.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with extensive experience spanning more than a decade, focusing on providing support to adults. Embracing a comprehensive, relational, and inclusive methodology, I customize your therapy to suit your unique needs. I have experience in working with adults of all genders from diverse backgrounds.
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We often find ourselves repeating patterns in our thoughts and our ways of relating that keep us stuck and unable to move forward in life, preventing us from fully experiencing all that we would like. Past relationships and early experiences impact our current perceptions of our self, others, and the world. Therapy provides an opportunity to gain insight and understanding, as well as a space to explore and work through these patterns and places in life in the hope of gaining a greater sense of freedom and aliveness.
We often find ourselves repeating patterns in our thoughts and our ways of relating that keep us stuck and unable to move forward in life, preventing us from fully experiencing all that we would like. Past relationships and early experiences impact our current perceptions of our self, others, and the world. Therapy provides an opportunity to gain insight and understanding, as well as a space to explore and work through these patterns and places in life in the hope of gaining a greater sense of freedom and aliveness.
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Amanda Jo Gonzalez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
Hi. My name is Amanda Jo! I'm honored you've taken the opportunity to read a little bit about me in order to determine if we might be a good fit to walk a part of life's journey together! I have over ten years of experience working in the field of mental health. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Saint Leo University and obtained my Masters in Social Work from Indiana University. I served in the United States Army and am acutely aware of the mental health and family issues specifically related to deployments as well as pre and post service.
Hi. My name is Amanda Jo! I'm honored you've taken the opportunity to read a little bit about me in order to determine if we might be a good fit to walk a part of life's journey together! I have over ten years of experience working in the field of mental health. I completed my undergraduate degree in Psychology at Saint Leo University and obtained my Masters in Social Work from Indiana University. I served in the United States Army and am acutely aware of the mental health and family issues specifically related to deployments as well as pre and post service.
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Hello! My name is Amber Moody. I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have been practicing as a mental health counselor for the past 10 years. I graduated in 2012 with my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ball State University. I have vast experience of working with all different populations including people seeking help for depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, anger management and much more. I have experience working in a variety of fields including community based counseling, hospital, outpatient and private practice.
Hello! My name is Amber Moody. I am a licensed mental health counselor. I have been practicing as a mental health counselor for the past 10 years. I graduated in 2012 with my Master's Degree in Clinical Mental Health Counseling from Ball State University. I have vast experience of working with all different populations including people seeking help for depression, anxiety, PTSD/Trauma, LGBTQA+ issues, anger management and much more. I have experience working in a variety of fields including community based counseling, hospital, outpatient and private practice.
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Joy Banks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CGP, MSW, LCSW, LISW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
Thank you for having the courage to be here on this page. If you are here, you have already taken one of the most important steps in the healing journey. You have recognized that healing needs to take place in an area of your life. My goal is to assist you on that journey to becoming the best version of yourself you can possibly become. There is no perfect life, but every life has purpose. Life sometimes presents us with barriers to achieving our purpose and my job is to help you learn and utilize skills that will help you cope with life challenges.
Thank you for having the courage to be here on this page. If you are here, you have already taken one of the most important steps in the healing journey. You have recognized that healing needs to take place in an area of your life. My goal is to assist you on that journey to becoming the best version of yourself you can possibly become. There is no perfect life, but every life has purpose. Life sometimes presents us with barriers to achieving our purpose and my job is to help you learn and utilize skills that will help you cope with life challenges.
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Victoria Fox
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
Welcome. My name is Victoria Fox, and I am divinely guided force of loving kindness and support. I hope to help you reclaim hope, abundance, and joy. I am friendly, reliable, nonjudgmental, compassionate, knowledgeable, and curious about others. I help guide you when you are feeling depressed, anxious, stuck, unconfident, inauthentic, or disconnected from your life’s purpose. I help manage and improve your emotional state, and help you feel more confident, joyful, and focused on the here and now. Now treating clutter attachments and disorganization!
Welcome. My name is Victoria Fox, and I am divinely guided force of loving kindness and support. I hope to help you reclaim hope, abundance, and joy. I am friendly, reliable, nonjudgmental, compassionate, knowledgeable, and curious about others. I help guide you when you are feeling depressed, anxious, stuck, unconfident, inauthentic, or disconnected from your life’s purpose. I help manage and improve your emotional state, and help you feel more confident, joyful, and focused on the here and now. Now treating clutter attachments and disorganization!
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Hi, I am Emily! I have a BA in Psychology and Crisis Counseling, and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a minor in Pastoral Counseling. I am currently a recent graduate with a history of working with crisis patients’ diagnoses, of anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with children and adolescents. I have experience working with children who have additional diagnoses and conditions including terminal illness, traumatic brain injuries, and disabilities.
Hi, I am Emily! I have a BA in Psychology and Crisis Counseling, and an MA in Clinical Mental Health Counseling with a minor in Pastoral Counseling. I am currently a recent graduate with a history of working with crisis patients’ diagnoses, of anxiety and depression. I enjoy working with children and adolescents. I have experience working with children who have additional diagnoses and conditions including terminal illness, traumatic brain injuries, and disabilities.
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Kaitlin Stallings
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46250 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I enjoy helping neurodiverse individuals improve their mental health and navigate challenges such as late ADHD or Autism diagnosis. My focus is on enhancing executive functioning, fostering support systems, boosting social confidence, and assisting clients in self-advocacy at school, work, and healthcare settings. I also find satisfaction in guiding clients toward more fulfilling careers with better work-life balance.
I enjoy helping neurodiverse individuals improve their mental health and navigate challenges such as late ADHD or Autism diagnosis. My focus is on enhancing executive functioning, fostering support systems, boosting social confidence, and assisting clients in self-advocacy at school, work, and healthcare settings. I also find satisfaction in guiding clients toward more fulfilling careers with better work-life balance.
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Felicia C Bates
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Indianapolis, IN 46256 (Online Only)
I am licensed in Indiana, Maine, and New Jersey with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, & confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, & compassion. I will tailor our dialog & treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage & I am proud of you for getting started!
I am licensed in Indiana, Maine, and New Jersey with 24 years of professional work experience. I have experience in helping clients with family conflicts, trauma and abuse, coping with grief and loss, & motivation, self-esteem, & confidence. I believe in treating everyone with respect, sensitivity, & compassion. I will tailor our dialog & treatment plan to meet your unique and specific needs. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage & I am proud of you for getting started!
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Hello, my name is Hannah! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, providing in-person and tele-health services. I understand how scary it may be to start therapy and enter into a therapeutic relationship. I recognize the courage and vulnerability that it takes to make this step and begin meeting with a therapist. I want to meet you where you are, not where you or anyone else think you "should" or "need" to be. I am committed to providing a safe and comfortable space, where you will feel genuinely heard, seen, and understood.
Hello, my name is Hannah! I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor Associate, providing in-person and tele-health services. I understand how scary it may be to start therapy and enter into a therapeutic relationship. I recognize the courage and vulnerability that it takes to make this step and begin meeting with a therapist. I want to meet you where you are, not where you or anyone else think you "should" or "need" to be. I am committed to providing a safe and comfortable space, where you will feel genuinely heard, seen, and understood.
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Melissa Ulewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RBC, CCTP, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Indianapolis, IN 46256
I have direct experience working with families, groups, and individuals. I have a passion for Perinatal Mental Health. I enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, and Trauma Recovery. All of my therapy sessions are held on a secure online platform. This allows you to have therapy in the comfort of your own space and be able to access therapy from anywhere in Indiana.
I have direct experience working with families, groups, and individuals. I have a passion for Perinatal Mental Health. I enjoy working with individuals who are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Grief and Loss, and Trauma Recovery. All of my therapy sessions are held on a secure online platform. This allows you to have therapy in the comfort of your own space and be able to access therapy from anywhere in Indiana.
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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.