Chronic Illness Therapists in Bedford, TX
Janet Chamberlain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Outside of working with general mental health issues, I specialize in grief, chronic illness, & women's issues.
As an LPC-S with over 25 years of experience, I enjoy working with clients that are looking to replace self-defeating thoughts or feelings with healthier beliefs and coping mechanisms. My goal in our work together is to help you develop unconditional self-acceptance into the person you want to be.
Outside of working with general mental health issues, I specialize in grief, chronic illness, & women's issues.
As an LPC-S with over 25 years of experience, I enjoy working with clients that are looking to replace self-defeating thoughts or feelings with healthier beliefs and coping mechanisms. My goal in our work together is to help you develop unconditional self-acceptance into the person you want to be.
Valinda Sue Zimmerman
Licensed Professional Counselor, RN, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021
Have you had a situation happen that has caused deep emotional or physical pain? Has the pain been pushing you to the breaking point? Pain can come in many forms both emotional and physical and the strategies we use to deal with it often make the problem worse rather than better. Are you unsure what to do or where to go? Is your desire to get out of the pain but you are afraid that it can't get better? I can tell you from experience that ignoring it doesn't help but I do know that there are lots of strategies to get through it. I’d like the opportunity to show you how to turn your breakdown into a BREAKTHROUGH!
Have you had a situation happen that has caused deep emotional or physical pain? Has the pain been pushing you to the breaking point? Pain can come in many forms both emotional and physical and the strategies we use to deal with it often make the problem worse rather than better. Are you unsure what to do or where to go? Is your desire to get out of the pain but you are afraid that it can't get better? I can tell you from experience that ignoring it doesn't help but I do know that there are lots of strategies to get through it. I’d like the opportunity to show you how to turn your breakdown into a BREAKTHROUGH!
My main goal is to establish a strong foundation of trust. Trust is so key! It enables you to be bolder in facing your every defense. It allows for a healthy partnership to be created, so that we can objectively look at the situation at hand, heal and grow together. This is a two-way street. I love seeing my patients thrive and come out so much stronger.
My main goal is to establish a strong foundation of trust. Trust is so key! It enables you to be bolder in facing your every defense. It allows for a healthy partnership to be created, so that we can objectively look at the situation at hand, heal and grow together. This is a two-way street. I love seeing my patients thrive and come out so much stronger.
Kimberly Sheppard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, C-DBT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76022
Welcome to Mindful Harmony, the first step to feeling better! Have you struggled with worry, overthinking, or how to manage daily stress? Difficulty with motivation or depression? The journey of life doesn't come with a manual and let's face it, things can be tough at times. I will work with you to listen and develop a plan to relieve the stress you are feeling.
Welcome to Mindful Harmony, the first step to feeling better! Have you struggled with worry, overthinking, or how to manage daily stress? Difficulty with motivation or depression? The journey of life doesn't come with a manual and let's face it, things can be tough at times. I will work with you to listen and develop a plan to relieve the stress you are feeling.
Life can be challenging, and balancing stress, family, and relationships while striving to reach your full potential isn’t always easy. Counseling offers a powerful tool for healing and growth. As a therapist, I recognize the importance of finding the right fit and building a strong partnership with my clients to make progress. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your inner self, receive guidance, and gain support as you work toward your goals. Together, we’ll navigate a path that leads to greater happiness and fulfillment, helping you align your life with what you truly want.
Life can be challenging, and balancing stress, family, and relationships while striving to reach your full potential isn’t always easy. Counseling offers a powerful tool for healing and growth. As a therapist, I recognize the importance of finding the right fit and building a strong partnership with my clients to make progress. My goal is to create a safe, non-judgmental space where you can explore your inner self, receive guidance, and gain support as you work toward your goals. Together, we’ll navigate a path that leads to greater happiness and fulfillment, helping you align your life with what you truly want.
Dr. Michael Contreras
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, ADC, ICADC, DOT-SAP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
My client population includes children, adolescents and adults. I work with individuals as well as families. I facilitate numerous groups and skills training curriculum in various topics including adolescent first offenders, anger management, divorce and separation, parenting, and teen issues.
Morgan Boone
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, NCC, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Hi! My name is Morgan (she/they), and I’m passionate about supporting individuals navigating the complexities of life. I am particularly focused on working with marginalized clients, including people of color, LGBQ+ folks, trans and gender nonconforming individuals, and those from other underrepresented populations. I also enjoy collaborating with queer, kinky, and non-monogamous couples and relational systems. I understand that each of these identities carry unique challenges, and I strive to create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and validated.
Hi! My name is Morgan (she/they), and I’m passionate about supporting individuals navigating the complexities of life. I am particularly focused on working with marginalized clients, including people of color, LGBQ+ folks, trans and gender nonconforming individuals, and those from other underrepresented populations. I also enjoy collaborating with queer, kinky, and non-monogamous couples and relational systems. I understand that each of these identities carry unique challenges, and I strive to create an environment where everyone feels seen, heard, and validated.
Cynthia Ann Cashman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
I treat every client with dignity and respect and help them find their strengths to overcome their problems. I am dedicated to finding methods that suit each individual client by processing their thoughts and feelings, problem-solving, and teaching positive coping skills. All counseling sessions are conducted telephonically making it convenient and easy.
I treat every client with dignity and respect and help them find their strengths to overcome their problems. I am dedicated to finding methods that suit each individual client by processing their thoughts and feelings, problem-solving, and teaching positive coping skills. All counseling sessions are conducted telephonically making it convenient and easy.
Despite the vast amounts of challenges that life may throw our way, I truly believe that mental flexibility and perseverance may be cultivated by anyone who would seek it. It allows one to bend in the winds of change without breaking, while adjusting and evaluating new wisdoms and perspectives that may be applied to one's life situations. The mind of an individual can be as flexible as one's ability to imagine it to be, when given the support and permission to do so through my integrative and pragmatic approach to therapy.
Despite the vast amounts of challenges that life may throw our way, I truly believe that mental flexibility and perseverance may be cultivated by anyone who would seek it. It allows one to bend in the winds of change without breaking, while adjusting and evaluating new wisdoms and perspectives that may be applied to one's life situations. The mind of an individual can be as flexible as one's ability to imagine it to be, when given the support and permission to do so through my integrative and pragmatic approach to therapy.
If inner turmoil and emotional pain is taking over your life, it may be time to seek outside help. Clients who work with me report they feel comfortable right away and are able to open up about topics that they normally would not share with others. With self-discovery coupled with coping skills that are taught relevant to daily needs, clients can feel confident to tackle daily life challenges and become the person they long to be. It is possible to achieve greater mental stability, emotional wholeness, and interpersonal competence.
If inner turmoil and emotional pain is taking over your life, it may be time to seek outside help. Clients who work with me report they feel comfortable right away and are able to open up about topics that they normally would not share with others. With self-discovery coupled with coping skills that are taught relevant to daily needs, clients can feel confident to tackle daily life challenges and become the person they long to be. It is possible to achieve greater mental stability, emotional wholeness, and interpersonal competence.
Counseling Evolved, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Hello! I go by Brook Bellows (She/Her) but I'm currently licensed and credentialed as Marvin Bellows. Do you live with depression, anxiety, burnout, gender dysphoria, or a history of trauma? Complicated by diagnosed or suspected autism and/or ADHD? If so, you fit well with many of the clients who I have assisted over the last 9 years in practice. I bring particular insight into my work with those in alt communities including those who identify with goth, emo, nerd, poly, queer, neurodivergent, and kink communities.
Hello! I go by Brook Bellows (She/Her) but I'm currently licensed and credentialed as Marvin Bellows. Do you live with depression, anxiety, burnout, gender dysphoria, or a history of trauma? Complicated by diagnosed or suspected autism and/or ADHD? If so, you fit well with many of the clients who I have assisted over the last 9 years in practice. I bring particular insight into my work with those in alt communities including those who identify with goth, emo, nerd, poly, queer, neurodivergent, and kink communities.
I have practiced for more than 25 years. I treat individuals and families, marriages, and children, as well as chronic pain patients. I teach skills, and prepare individualized treatment plans which integrate your goals and the skills you can practice to achieve your goals. I also do assessments, for ADHD, learning differences, and personality testing. I use cognitive rational therapy to assist you in working toward your goals as efficiently as you choose.
I have practiced for more than 25 years. I treat individuals and families, marriages, and children, as well as chronic pain patients. I teach skills, and prepare individualized treatment plans which integrate your goals and the skills you can practice to achieve your goals. I also do assessments, for ADHD, learning differences, and personality testing. I use cognitive rational therapy to assist you in working toward your goals as efficiently as you choose.
Michael Scott Hardgrove
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021
Whatever you may be going through, whether it's relational conflict, internalized distress, family issues, and or everyday struggles, I understand that everyone needs support and empathy. If you seek a collaborative, helpful guide to join you on your personal campaign to reach that which is your ideal self or that healthy relationship you seek, I will gladly accompany and thank you for the privilege. Please contact me today for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
Whatever you may be going through, whether it's relational conflict, internalized distress, family issues, and or everyday struggles, I understand that everyone needs support and empathy. If you seek a collaborative, helpful guide to join you on your personal campaign to reach that which is your ideal self or that healthy relationship you seek, I will gladly accompany and thank you for the privilege. Please contact me today for a free 15 minute phone consultation.
When living during this phase called "Life" we go through many challenges, changes, and life adjustments that we do not expect to experience. We undergo unexpected life experiences that can determine and shape different methods in navigating the world in which we live. The multitude of complex challenges can mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually disrupt our daily lives.
When living during this phase called "Life" we go through many challenges, changes, and life adjustments that we do not expect to experience. We undergo unexpected life experiences that can determine and shape different methods in navigating the world in which we live. The multitude of complex challenges can mentally, emotionally, physically, and spiritually disrupt our daily lives.
Do you feel you have a lot weighing on your mind but don’t know where to let it out? Do you often find yourself hesitant to talk through how you’re feeling? It takes courage to recognize the need to reach out to someone and even more so to act on it. I can provide a safe and non-judgmental space you need to be heard and allow you to put those thoughts into your own words.
Do you feel you have a lot weighing on your mind but don’t know where to let it out? Do you often find yourself hesitant to talk through how you’re feeling? It takes courage to recognize the need to reach out to someone and even more so to act on it. I can provide a safe and non-judgmental space you need to be heard and allow you to put those thoughts into your own words.
Melissa A Gonzales
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
Hi my name is Melissa and I am a licensed professional counselor. My focus is to help others along their path to change, self reflection and healing.
Hi my name is Melissa and I am a licensed professional counselor. My focus is to help others along their path to change, self reflection and healing.
Rawan Ashrawi-Abughazaleh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
I'm so glad you have landed here. Whether this is your first time exploring counseling support or you've been seeing a counselor for years, WELCOME. Finding the right counselor can be overwhelming, so as you read along here, I hope you are able to see the ways we can work together. I am a 1st generation born-in-America, Palestinian, woman. I come from a large family and have played sports my whole life. These identities are important to me, and I imagine you may have some that are dear to you. In this space, identities are important, validated, and processed.
I'm so glad you have landed here. Whether this is your first time exploring counseling support or you've been seeing a counselor for years, WELCOME. Finding the right counselor can be overwhelming, so as you read along here, I hope you are able to see the ways we can work together. I am a 1st generation born-in-America, Palestinian, woman. I come from a large family and have played sports my whole life. These identities are important to me, and I imagine you may have some that are dear to you. In this space, identities are important, validated, and processed.
Mayra Alejandra Nieto
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Bedford, TX 76021 (Online Only)
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate life and not only survive it but have growth from any challenge. I enjoy using art, play, narrative, music, spiritual and holistic techniques. interventions.
I will be sincere, genuine and compassionate as I listen to your needs and help guide you through the storm. I have 10 plus years of experience serving children, teens and adults who had or were suffering from trauma at all levels; daily and chronic stress; mental health disorders, spiritual warfare, anger, anxiety, grief, depression and more. I use a variety of techniques to help you navigate life and not only survive it but have growth from any challenge. I enjoy using art, play, narrative, music, spiritual and holistic techniques. interventions.
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Katasha Varner
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Hurst, TX 76054 (Online Only)
I’m not your typical therapist. I'm real. I'm approachable. And I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, sterile experience. That doesn’t sound like a great therapy experience to me! I work with women who are seeking change in their life – related to career, social life, personal development – but don’t know where to start or how to make positive change happen. Within the therapy setting I create a welcoming environment by taking on a solution focused approach, utilizing empathy, challenging you when appropriate, and using humor at times.
I’m not your typical therapist. I'm real. I'm approachable. And I don't think therapy should be some stale, clinical, sterile experience. That doesn’t sound like a great therapy experience to me! I work with women who are seeking change in their life – related to career, social life, personal development – but don’t know where to start or how to make positive change happen. Within the therapy setting I create a welcoming environment by taking on a solution focused approach, utilizing empathy, challenging you when appropriate, and using humor at times.
I bring a practical, insightful perspective to helping couples in conflict. Seeing the other's viewpoint is both challenging and necessary. My ability to see options helps individuals make better choices in personal situations. A true believer in the value of actively-engaging in life, I see a strong need for play for adults and children. As Executive Director at the Family Counseling Center, I count the variety involved in my job as an asset. In addition to my therapeutic practice, I also teach in our organization's private elementary school and oversee the multiple details of running the organization.
I bring a practical, insightful perspective to helping couples in conflict. Seeing the other's viewpoint is both challenging and necessary. My ability to see options helps individuals make better choices in personal situations. A true believer in the value of actively-engaging in life, I see a strong need for play for adults and children. As Executive Director at the Family Counseling Center, I count the variety involved in my job as an asset. In addition to my therapeutic practice, I also teach in our organization's private elementary school and oversee the multiple details of running the organization.
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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.