Chronic Illness Therapists in Dickinson, TX
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I have extensive experience in working with those experiencing depression, anxiety, significant life changes such as divorce and post-partum, chronic illness, grief, trauma, and loss of a loved one.
Everyone experiences seasons in life and challenging circumstances that are difficult to manage. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, work, adjusting to motherhood, worried about your teenager, feeling down or anxious, dealing with an illness, or grieving the loss of a loved one, there is hope for overcoming your trials and learning how to better prepare yourself for the future.
I have extensive experience in working with those experiencing depression, anxiety, significant life changes such as divorce and post-partum, chronic illness, grief, trauma, and loss of a loved one.
Everyone experiences seasons in life and challenging circumstances that are difficult to manage. Whether you are struggling with relationship issues, work, adjusting to motherhood, worried about your teenager, feeling down or anxious, dealing with an illness, or grieving the loss of a loved one, there is hope for overcoming your trials and learning how to better prepare yourself for the future.
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Gerry Carr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539 (Online Only)
Have you experienced a change following an accident or illness? Feeling stuck? overwhelmed? Not sure what to do next? It is not uncommon for individuals and the people in their life feel this way after a life changing event. Talking to someone who understands what you're going through can help you learn ways to cope and move forward.
Have you experienced a change following an accident or illness? Feeling stuck? overwhelmed? Not sure what to do next? It is not uncommon for individuals and the people in their life feel this way after a life changing event. Talking to someone who understands what you're going through can help you learn ways to cope and move forward.
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Michelle Cote
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Dickinson, TX 77539
Do you struggle in certain areas in your life and want to do something about it? So many clients want to change, they are just not sure how to take that first step. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help with a range of issues. I work with individuals, families and couples. I have worked in a juvenile detention center working with teens and their families, and at the Council on Alcohol and Drugs, Houston. My specialities are trauma, EMDR, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, LGBT issues, PTSD, grief, parenting and marital issues.
Do you struggle in certain areas in your life and want to do something about it? So many clients want to change, they are just not sure how to take that first step. As a Marriage and Family Therapist, I am trained to help with a range of issues. I work with individuals, families and couples. I have worked in a juvenile detention center working with teens and their families, and at the Council on Alcohol and Drugs, Houston. My specialities are trauma, EMDR, Equine Assisted Psychotherapy, depression, anxiety, life transitions, ADHD, LGBT issues, PTSD, grief, parenting and marital issues.
MYS Counseling & Assessment
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, EdD, CART
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
Our team is focused on helping our clients and their families find peace and success in their home, work and relationships through our unique method. It is brief and solution-focused, enabling clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and be the person they know they can be. Our therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists are of one mind, that you are unique and valuable, and have the potential to succeed in life and relationships. Our brief therapy period focuses on helping you know how your brain is tripping you up and how it can heal you as well, know yourself better than ever, and reclaim lost self-esteem and freedom!
Our team is focused on helping our clients and their families find peace and success in their home, work and relationships through our unique method. It is brief and solution-focused, enabling clients to reconnect with their authentic selves and be the person they know they can be. Our therapists, psychologists and psychiatrists are of one mind, that you are unique and valuable, and have the potential to succeed in life and relationships. Our brief therapy period focuses on helping you know how your brain is tripping you up and how it can heal you as well, know yourself better than ever, and reclaim lost self-esteem and freedom!
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Lipar Counseling and Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, CART
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS/NEXT DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. Primary focus will be on the mending and healing process of individuals suffering from Substance Abuse issues including alcohol in a warm and caring environment. FREE ONE ON ONE CONSULTATION/SLIDING SCALE ACCOMODATIONS.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS/NEXT DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. Primary focus will be on the mending and healing process of individuals suffering from Substance Abuse issues including alcohol in a warm and caring environment. FREE ONE ON ONE CONSULTATION/SLIDING SCALE ACCOMODATIONS.
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Regina Andrews Duarte
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, MSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
If you are feeling stuck, grieving, going through a change and/or confused, it can help to talk with someone who is objective, yet supportive. At times, transitions bring us to a critical juncture or a cross road. Sometimes, it is a shift and at other points it is a moment of truth. Whatever the case, you are not alone and it is possible to develop a sense of effectiveness. Although outcomes vary, the objective is peace of mind. Helping people feel better comes with over 35 years experience. All sevices are provided in Spanish and English.
If you are feeling stuck, grieving, going through a change and/or confused, it can help to talk with someone who is objective, yet supportive. At times, transitions bring us to a critical juncture or a cross road. Sometimes, it is a shift and at other points it is a moment of truth. Whatever the case, you are not alone and it is possible to develop a sense of effectiveness. Although outcomes vary, the objective is peace of mind. Helping people feel better comes with over 35 years experience. All sevices are provided in Spanish and English.
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TEENS, ADULTS, COUPLES: IN PERSON APPTS AVAILABLE. We live in a world of upheaval, difficulties that can be challenging for even the healthiest Teen, Adult, and Couple. Do you have the ability to cope when life begins to unravel, family breaks down, and anxiety takes over? I am here to listen, support you where you are, and collaborate on new ways to live positively, without anxiety, depression or even addiction. Clients are looking for practical, real life solutions that can be used in real life settings. I provide a supportive, caring, "authentic" therapy environment, through a great counseling relationship with my clients.
TEENS, ADULTS, COUPLES: IN PERSON APPTS AVAILABLE. We live in a world of upheaval, difficulties that can be challenging for even the healthiest Teen, Adult, and Couple. Do you have the ability to cope when life begins to unravel, family breaks down, and anxiety takes over? I am here to listen, support you where you are, and collaborate on new ways to live positively, without anxiety, depression or even addiction. Clients are looking for practical, real life solutions that can be used in real life settings. I provide a supportive, caring, "authentic" therapy environment, through a great counseling relationship with my clients.
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Cynthia Sierra
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dickinson, TX 77539
Waitlist for new clients
My philosophy of helping is one of partnership. Looking beyond diagnosis, you are the expert in your life, and I will work to understand your lifestyle, delve deep into issues, and set therapeutic goals accordingly. The probing may be hard, but my hope is that you will find the understanding that will lead to inner peace.
My philosophy of helping is one of partnership. Looking beyond diagnosis, you are the expert in your life, and I will work to understand your lifestyle, delve deep into issues, and set therapeutic goals accordingly. The probing may be hard, but my hope is that you will find the understanding that will lead to inner peace.
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Leigh Muths
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058 (Online Only)
Each of my clients is going through a transition period in their life. I work people who live with chronic illness, who self-harm, who struggle with anxiety, have depression, hate their self-image, battle with addiction, or are adjusting to life's challenges. I help families navigate loss and change. We each have obstacles thrown our way in life. Maybe yours or your child’s isn’t listed above. That’s okay! Your experience is uniquely yours. I’m here to offer support and skills to help get you through the roughest times and get you back to living!
Each of my clients is going through a transition period in their life. I work people who live with chronic illness, who self-harm, who struggle with anxiety, have depression, hate their self-image, battle with addiction, or are adjusting to life's challenges. I help families navigate loss and change. We each have obstacles thrown our way in life. Maybe yours or your child’s isn’t listed above. That’s okay! Your experience is uniquely yours. I’m here to offer support and skills to help get you through the roughest times and get you back to living!
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Lauren Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Webster, TX 77598 (Online Only)
Hey there, I’m an LCSW based out of Texas. My passion lies in working with adults facing a variety of challenges including, but not limited to; chronic illness, anxiety, depression, & grief.
Hey there, I’m an LCSW based out of Texas. My passion lies in working with adults facing a variety of challenges including, but not limited to; chronic illness, anxiety, depression, & grief.
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Gracefully Rooted Therapy, Animal Assisted Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
League City, TX 77573
I specialize in trauma & abuse, self-awareness, spiritual issues, grief and loss, life transitions, culture shock, communication, chronic illness, boundaries, connection, emotional maturity, & overall wellbeing.
Are looking to heal from childhood wounds, family of origin pain, relationship issues, or traumatic experiences? Have you experienced difficult things in life and know that it’s affecting you but haven’t known how to address it other than talking about it? My clients are aware that their past experiences affect who they are & how they show up in the world & are ready to shift things by addressing their pain. I specialize in helping people achieve lasting relief & growth from the experiences that shape & impact us. Learn more about canine therapy, intensive options, & take our quiz to see if we fit! www.gracefullyrootedcounseling.com
I specialize in trauma & abuse, self-awareness, spiritual issues, grief and loss, life transitions, culture shock, communication, chronic illness, boundaries, connection, emotional maturity, & overall wellbeing.
Are looking to heal from childhood wounds, family of origin pain, relationship issues, or traumatic experiences? Have you experienced difficult things in life and know that it’s affecting you but haven’t known how to address it other than talking about it? My clients are aware that their past experiences affect who they are & how they show up in the world & are ready to shift things by addressing their pain. I specialize in helping people achieve lasting relief & growth from the experiences that shape & impact us. Learn more about canine therapy, intensive options, & take our quiz to see if we fit! www.gracefullyrootedcounseling.com
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Kirsten Reynolds
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
League City, TX 77573
I specialize in trauma & abuse, self-awareness, spiritual issues, grief and loss, life transitions, culture shock, communication, chronic illness, boundaries, connection, emotional maturity, & overall wellbeing.
Are looking to heal from childhood wounds, family of origin pain, relationship issues, or traumatic experiences? Have you experienced difficult things in life and know that it’s affecting you but haven’t known how to address it other than talking about it? My clients are aware that their past experiences affect who they are & how they show up in the world & are ready to shift things by addressing their pain. I specialize in helping people achieve lasting relief & growth from the experiences that shape & impact us. Learn more about canine therapy, intensive options, & take our quiz to see if we fit! www.gracefullyrootedcounseling.com
I specialize in trauma & abuse, self-awareness, spiritual issues, grief and loss, life transitions, culture shock, communication, chronic illness, boundaries, connection, emotional maturity, & overall wellbeing.
Are looking to heal from childhood wounds, family of origin pain, relationship issues, or traumatic experiences? Have you experienced difficult things in life and know that it’s affecting you but haven’t known how to address it other than talking about it? My clients are aware that their past experiences affect who they are & how they show up in the world & are ready to shift things by addressing their pain. I specialize in helping people achieve lasting relief & growth from the experiences that shape & impact us. Learn more about canine therapy, intensive options, & take our quiz to see if we fit! www.gracefullyrootedcounseling.com
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My expertise spans coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hi there—so nice to meet you! I'm Bridges, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of environments. From working in a medical setting to parenting support, I am here to help support you through all of life's challenges. I prioritize the client-therapist relationship, viewing it as sacred. My holistic therapy approach celebrates your uniqueness, leveraging your strengths and resilience.
My expertise spans coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hi there—so nice to meet you! I'm Bridges, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of environments. From working in a medical setting to parenting support, I am here to help support you through all of life's challenges. I prioritize the client-therapist relationship, viewing it as sacred. My holistic therapy approach celebrates your uniqueness, leveraging your strengths and resilience.
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Nurture and Nature Therapy Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
We are a team of mental health professionals working together to help our clients understand who they are, where they came from, and what they want their lives to look like. We believe in seeing and treating the whole person - including how their biology and culture impact their day to day functioning and lifelong healing. We believe in the power of therapy, the benefit of research and medication, the strength of the individual, and the beauty of community.
We are a team of mental health professionals working together to help our clients understand who they are, where they came from, and what they want their lives to look like. We believe in seeing and treating the whole person - including how their biology and culture impact their day to day functioning and lifelong healing. We believe in the power of therapy, the benefit of research and medication, the strength of the individual, and the beauty of community.
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Melissa Andrews
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77058
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include chronic health conditions, grief, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of any healing journey. I bring empathy, warmth, and insight to my clients experiencing transitions and challenges.
My specialties include chronic health conditions, grief, anxiety, trauma, and life transitions. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is the foundation of any healing journey. I bring empathy, warmth, and insight to my clients experiencing transitions and challenges.
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Laura E. Davison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CHT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Kemah, TX 77565
Using life experience and 17 years of clinical experience Laura provides a relaxed and safe environment. Laura strives to help clients QUICKLY find insight, change and solutions. Laura has been described as passionate, caring and humorous. If you are ready for positive change by an expert, you have found the right place!
Using life experience and 17 years of clinical experience Laura provides a relaxed and safe environment. Laura strives to help clients QUICKLY find insight, change and solutions. Laura has been described as passionate, caring and humorous. If you are ready for positive change by an expert, you have found the right place!
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EMDR Therapy With Corinna Collins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CART, EMDR tr
Verified Verified
Seabrook, TX 77586
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
As an Individual, Couples and Family Therapist, I utilize evidence-based theories to assist in the journey of healing. Speciality training in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)Therapy, CBT and Solution Focused Therapy. I am also a Family Mediator, Parent Coordinator and Parenting Facilitator assigned by the family courts in Texas.
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Dyana Robbins
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Friendswood, TX 77546
Waitlist for new clients
Leading others through ministry has been rewarding, but the constant grind has brought on exhaustion, chronic unease, physical problems, and anxiety. Unfortunately, these are "normal" in your life. You’ve had to press forward to achieve goals and suppress your own needs. When others see your life, they see someone who has it together, but you know the chaos inside. You have ideals you never seem to meet, leaving you feeling demoralized. You would give almost anything to have real REST, but no matter what you try, you cannot relax or find peace. You know this is not how you are meant to live.
Leading others through ministry has been rewarding, but the constant grind has brought on exhaustion, chronic unease, physical problems, and anxiety. Unfortunately, these are "normal" in your life. You’ve had to press forward to achieve goals and suppress your own needs. When others see your life, they see someone who has it together, but you know the chaos inside. You have ideals you never seem to meet, leaving you feeling demoralized. You would give almost anything to have real REST, but no matter what you try, you cannot relax or find peace. You know this is not how you are meant to live.
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Welcome! My name is Tatiana and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have spent over the last ten years helping my clients navigate feelings of anxiety, loneliness, grief, and depression. I'm here to help you address heavy subjects, such as trauma, mortality, abuse, and neglect. Through our therapeutic relationship, I want to help you reach your goals. Whether your goal is to overcome trauma, navigate complex relationships, or take time to explore how you want to shape your life-I am here to create a healing, nurturing partnership to achieve these goals.
Welcome! My name is Tatiana and as a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I have spent over the last ten years helping my clients navigate feelings of anxiety, loneliness, grief, and depression. I'm here to help you address heavy subjects, such as trauma, mortality, abuse, and neglect. Through our therapeutic relationship, I want to help you reach your goals. Whether your goal is to overcome trauma, navigate complex relationships, or take time to explore how you want to shape your life-I am here to create a healing, nurturing partnership to achieve these goals.
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Diana Marabillas Murrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
Texas City, TX 77591 (Online Only)
We go through so much in our lives. Love and loss molds us to who we are today. People who have come me for counseling seek a voice, want a safe place to share their life's experiences and have a need to be understood. I offer a kind, non judgmental atmosphere, some guidance through points & places where change has happened or where change is needed in our lives. Together we will learn more about ourselves. We will continue to grow.
We go through so much in our lives. Love and loss molds us to who we are today. People who have come me for counseling seek a voice, want a safe place to share their life's experiences and have a need to be understood. I offer a kind, non judgmental atmosphere, some guidance through points & places where change has happened or where change is needed in our lives. Together we will learn more about ourselves. We will continue to grow.
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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.