Chronic Illness Therapists in Tualatin, OR
I’m a licensed psychologist with thirty years of experience. I work with adults who are grieving or anticipating significant losses, or who are feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck in some way. I believe unprocessed experiences of loss reside at the core of most emotional distress. Life-altering loss can occur when a loved one dies, when a relationship ends, when our health or abilities change, when our identities shift, or when traumatic experiences disrupt the course of our lives. What I know from research and experience is that we can not only heal from these experiences, but also come back stronger than before.
I’m a licensed psychologist with thirty years of experience. I work with adults who are grieving or anticipating significant losses, or who are feeling anxious, depressed, or stuck in some way. I believe unprocessed experiences of loss reside at the core of most emotional distress. Life-altering loss can occur when a loved one dies, when a relationship ends, when our health or abilities change, when our identities shift, or when traumatic experiences disrupt the course of our lives. What I know from research and experience is that we can not only heal from these experiences, but also come back stronger than before.
I tend to work with people who have tried many different therapies which failed to adequately improve their brain-related challenges or the benefits of such therapies have plateaued. Thus, this means that my clients tend to have fairly complex symptomologies and diagnoses, sometimes they don't even have formal diagnoses due to the unique mix of symptoms. Maybe the client has physical symptoms that their physician cannot explain and says are psychosomatic or due to a history of complex trauma. I also work with children for both neurofeedback and neurobehavioral counseling, which is behavioral counseling based on neurobiology.
I tend to work with people who have tried many different therapies which failed to adequately improve their brain-related challenges or the benefits of such therapies have plateaued. Thus, this means that my clients tend to have fairly complex symptomologies and diagnoses, sometimes they don't even have formal diagnoses due to the unique mix of symptoms. Maybe the client has physical symptoms that their physician cannot explain and says are psychosomatic or due to a history of complex trauma. I also work with children for both neurofeedback and neurobehavioral counseling, which is behavioral counseling based on neurobiology.
Kristine Born
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062 (Online Only)
Do you want to build stronger emotional connections with partners, friends, and family members? Are you wanting a life that is fulfilling because you have created a robust sense of self and vibrant relationships? …Let’s get started!
Do you want to build stronger emotional connections with partners, friends, and family members? Are you wanting a life that is fulfilling because you have created a robust sense of self and vibrant relationships? …Let’s get started!
Angie Tanyi Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MPH, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tualatin, OR 97062
Reach out if you need support post-election. Especially women and trans women. I've got you. I'm here and we will find our way through. Availability for couples as of Nov. 1st.
Reach out if you need support post-election. Especially women and trans women. I've got you. I'm here and we will find our way through. Availability for couples as of Nov. 1st.
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow.
Chronic stress, life changes, loss, trauma, illness, or relational problems can cause coping difficulties that impact quality of life. Although time alone can sometimes help, meaningful resolution of the problems and real growth takes place within the context of a supportive relationship. It is within a nurturing relationship that individuals heal and grow.
I evaluate and treat children, adolescents, and adults suffering from ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and communication problems. I assist patients who seek balance between work and play, as they develop healthy communication, and compassion for others in relationships as parents, and partners, while also achieving success in their educational pursuits, and career path.
I evaluate and treat children, adolescents, and adults suffering from ADHD, PTSD, anxiety, depression, anger, relationship and communication problems. I assist patients who seek balance between work and play, as they develop healthy communication, and compassion for others in relationships as parents, and partners, while also achieving success in their educational pursuits, and career path.
Agency Accepting New Patients!
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062 (Online Only)
As we all go through life trying our best to stay afloat and happy, sometimes asking for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I believe that people have within themselves the ability and strength to enact meaningful change in their lives. By working in a collaborative manner with a client-led and person-centered approach, finding motivation and unearthing hidden strengths can lead to positive change and new outlook on life. By utilizing new coping skills and building a therapeutic alliance, we can work other to overcome those previously insurmountable waves of life. My Practice is Taking New Patients for Psychiatric Care!
As we all go through life trying our best to stay afloat and happy, sometimes asking for help can seem like the hardest thing to do. I believe that people have within themselves the ability and strength to enact meaningful change in their lives. By working in a collaborative manner with a client-led and person-centered approach, finding motivation and unearthing hidden strengths can lead to positive change and new outlook on life. By utilizing new coping skills and building a therapeutic alliance, we can work other to overcome those previously insurmountable waves of life. My Practice is Taking New Patients for Psychiatric Care!
Terra Midgett Clark
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tualatin, OR 97062
I believe in the strength and resilience of people. Facing the parts of us that are scared, in pain, angry or that we are ashamed of is hard work and it is rewarding work. We have the opportunity to increase self-awareness, understand and accept patterns, and learn new skills and ways of engaging in the world. I prioritize building a genuine, empathetic, safe relationship. I want you to experience me as an authentic person in the room. I find this is the essential key to progress. As a therapist, I ground my work in Internal Family Systems Theory and Person-Centered Theory.
I believe in the strength and resilience of people. Facing the parts of us that are scared, in pain, angry or that we are ashamed of is hard work and it is rewarding work. We have the opportunity to increase self-awareness, understand and accept patterns, and learn new skills and ways of engaging in the world. I prioritize building a genuine, empathetic, safe relationship. I want you to experience me as an authentic person in the room. I find this is the essential key to progress. As a therapist, I ground my work in Internal Family Systems Theory and Person-Centered Theory.
Martha Blake
Psychologist, MBA, NCPsyA, Psychol
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Not accepting new clients
As a licensed psychologist and Jungian analyst, I gently proceed at your pace as we explore what is happening in your life--experiences and your feelings about them-- in search of meaning and the potential for the transformation of depression, anxiety, and relationships. Finding meaning opens an individual to self-acceptance, transformation, authenticity, and renewed energy for life and relationship.
As a licensed psychologist and Jungian analyst, I gently proceed at your pace as we explore what is happening in your life--experiences and your feelings about them-- in search of meaning and the potential for the transformation of depression, anxiety, and relationships. Finding meaning opens an individual to self-acceptance, transformation, authenticity, and renewed energy for life and relationship.
Jolene Molinaro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tualatin, OR 97062
Not accepting new clients
I work to help people find greater meaning, clarity and purpose - especially at important crossroads of change. Our view of self can be altered through past trauma, divorce, relocation, loss, illness, and new opportunities for growth can be embraced. Symptoms of anxiety, depression, and past trauma can lower motivation and activate old ways that no longer serve you today.
I work to help people find greater meaning, clarity and purpose - especially at important crossroads of change. Our view of self can be altered through past trauma, divorce, relocation, loss, illness, and new opportunities for growth can be embraced. Symptoms of anxiety, depression, and past trauma can lower motivation and activate old ways that no longer serve you today.
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Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. I provide affirming, empowering care to children and adults in Oregon. We might be a good fit if you are Asian, Black, Indigenous, Latinx, first generation, queer, or gender expansive. I help people find relief from the pain and stress of grief, anxiety, depression, parenting, intergenerational trauma, chronic illness, and systemic oppression. I am currently offering both in-person therapy and secure telehealth video sessions for clients in Oregon during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Welcome! I’m glad you’re here. I provide affirming, empowering care to children and adults in Oregon. We might be a good fit if you are Asian, Black, Indigenous, Latinx, first generation, queer, or gender expansive. I help people find relief from the pain and stress of grief, anxiety, depression, parenting, intergenerational trauma, chronic illness, and systemic oppression. I am currently offering both in-person therapy and secure telehealth video sessions for clients in Oregon during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Ben Ehrenfeld
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97225 (Online Only)
PTSD, chronic illness, or complex grief can leave you emotionally and physically drained, creating an overwhelming journey. You may find yourself stuck in a cycle of intense emotions and unresolved pain, struggling to find relief. My practice is dedicated to helping individuals like you navigate these challenges, fostering resilience and a renewed sense of hope. Let's work together to create a path toward healing and a more fulfilling life.
PTSD, chronic illness, or complex grief can leave you emotionally and physically drained, creating an overwhelming journey. You may find yourself stuck in a cycle of intense emotions and unresolved pain, struggling to find relief. My practice is dedicated to helping individuals like you navigate these challenges, fostering resilience and a renewed sense of hope. Let's work together to create a path toward healing and a more fulfilling life.
Angelie Healy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, Angelie Healy, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97239 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Oregon, Idaho, and Colorado. I obtained my Master’s degree at Portland State University in 2006. I specialize in treating adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurologic disorders, eating disorders, grief and loss, chronic illness, caregiver strain, life transitions, and challenges in their personal relationships. I support diversity in my practice with clients.
I am a licensed clinical social worker in Oregon, Idaho, and Colorado. I obtained my Master’s degree at Portland State University in 2006. I specialize in treating adults who struggle with anxiety, depression, ADHD, neurologic disorders, eating disorders, grief and loss, chronic illness, caregiver strain, life transitions, and challenges in their personal relationships. I support diversity in my practice with clients.
Dr. Lily Iteld Child And Adolescent Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97239
I'm Dr. Lily, a board certified child and adolescent psychologist. Put simply, I work with kids and their parents to make daily life easier. I help kids develop skills and strategies to manage the difficulties they are facing and help parents develop tools to allow their child to thrive. I love the work I do and am honored to help families during their challenging times. With over a decade of experience in school and medical settings, I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, challenges with self-regulation, chronic illness, pain management, picky eating/ARFID, encopresis, and tic disorders.
I'm Dr. Lily, a board certified child and adolescent psychologist. Put simply, I work with kids and their parents to make daily life easier. I help kids develop skills and strategies to manage the difficulties they are facing and help parents develop tools to allow their child to thrive. I love the work I do and am honored to help families during their challenging times. With over a decade of experience in school and medical settings, I specialize in working with children and adolescents with anxiety, depression, challenges with self-regulation, chronic illness, pain management, picky eating/ARFID, encopresis, and tic disorders.
Sonia Milbank
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Portland, OR 97202 (Online Only)
I spent years working with adolescents and young adults with chronic illness (liver transplant and Inflammatory Bowel Disease populations).
With a background treating people across the lifespan, I have come to the realization that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most sacred spaces we can enter. With mutual respect and openness I can help you to process through grief, trauma, and chronic illness. It would be an honor to enter the sacred therapeutic space alongside you. Of note, while I am not currently taking insurance I am happy to provide you with a super bill for you to seek reimbursement from your insurance for out of network providers.
I spent years working with adolescents and young adults with chronic illness (liver transplant and Inflammatory Bowel Disease populations).
With a background treating people across the lifespan, I have come to the realization that the therapeutic relationship is one of the most sacred spaces we can enter. With mutual respect and openness I can help you to process through grief, trauma, and chronic illness. It would be an honor to enter the sacred therapeutic space alongside you. Of note, while I am not currently taking insurance I am happy to provide you with a super bill for you to seek reimbursement from your insurance for out of network providers.
Equipoise Integral Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CRC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97225
Waitlist for new clients
Life's challenges, especially chronic illness, can strain individuals & relationships.
Transformative Somatic Psychotherapy for individuals 14 & up, families & couples. Specializing in chronic illness, trauma, C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, creativity, identity issues, sexuality, end-of-life care, & grief. Experienced in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals & poly lifestyles. My approach is warm, direct, and compassionate, encouraging clients to grow past comfort zones & towards healing. Clients who are open to exploring bodily sensations, movement, & breath often find success in breaking free from limiting patterns & achieve lasting positive change.
Life's challenges, especially chronic illness, can strain individuals & relationships.
Transformative Somatic Psychotherapy for individuals 14 & up, families & couples. Specializing in chronic illness, trauma, C-PTSD, depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, creativity, identity issues, sexuality, end-of-life care, & grief. Experienced in supporting LGBTQIA+ individuals & poly lifestyles. My approach is warm, direct, and compassionate, encouraging clients to grow past comfort zones & towards healing. Clients who are open to exploring bodily sensations, movement, & breath often find success in breaking free from limiting patterns & achieve lasting positive change.
Toni Nelson Huff Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97239 (Online Only)
I specialize in chronic illness, concerns related to transitions in aging, and later life/ end of life challenges.
Is life anything like you thought it would be at this stage? Are health care and life situations seemingly overwhelming? Who could have imagined the current world, country, climate and political situations we are facing today? I offer long term therapy for situations that are ongoing as well as short term problem- focused intervention of 6-8 weeks.
I specialize in chronic illness, concerns related to transitions in aging, and later life/ end of life challenges.
Is life anything like you thought it would be at this stage? Are health care and life situations seemingly overwhelming? Who could have imagined the current world, country, climate and political situations we are facing today? I offer long term therapy for situations that are ongoing as well as short term problem- focused intervention of 6-8 weeks.
I am genderqueer, live with chronic illness, and love being outdoors and growing food.
I approach therapy with the understanding that our emotional and relational wellbeing is deeply entwined with our communities and social systems. My goal as a therapist is to support individual wellbeing while also building our collective capacity to resist oppression and cultivate liberation that supports the wellbeing of all people. I draw from lineages and theories of disability justice, abolitionism, transformative justice, queer feminism and leftist political analysis to explore ways that mental health connects to systemic oppression and liberation.
I am genderqueer, live with chronic illness, and love being outdoors and growing food.
I approach therapy with the understanding that our emotional and relational wellbeing is deeply entwined with our communities and social systems. My goal as a therapist is to support individual wellbeing while also building our collective capacity to resist oppression and cultivate liberation that supports the wellbeing of all people. I draw from lineages and theories of disability justice, abolitionism, transformative justice, queer feminism and leftist political analysis to explore ways that mental health connects to systemic oppression and liberation.
Abbie Horn
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Portland, OR 97223 (Online Only)
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or living with chronic illness and/or autoimmune disorders. I accept many commercial insurances in Oregon and Colorado.
I work with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, or living with chronic illness and/or autoimmune disorders. I accept many commercial insurances in Oregon and Colorado.
I provide individual therapy to adults (18+), and I am particularly attuned to the needs of older adults and people with chronic illness.
Having both personal and professional experiences with grief, caregiving, and complex family dynamics, I am particularly attuned to clients facing those challenges, no matter their role. Grief can show up in all sorts of ways from a death of a loved one, a loss of a job, a relationship breakup, family estrangement, or a change in one's health. Our complex feelings around grief and loss can manifest as anxiety, despair, and anger, as well as feeling disconnected from one's community and one's self. My hope is to provide a path to explore these feelings, and find some relief during difficult life transitions.
I provide individual therapy to adults (18+), and I am particularly attuned to the needs of older adults and people with chronic illness.
Having both personal and professional experiences with grief, caregiving, and complex family dynamics, I am particularly attuned to clients facing those challenges, no matter their role. Grief can show up in all sorts of ways from a death of a loved one, a loss of a job, a relationship breakup, family estrangement, or a change in one's health. Our complex feelings around grief and loss can manifest as anxiety, despair, and anger, as well as feeling disconnected from one's community and one's self. My hope is to provide a path to explore these feelings, and find some relief during difficult life transitions.
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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.