Chronic Illness Therapists in Alexander City, AL
Having a good therapist can be an essential aid in negotiating life’s challenges. A compassionate therapist who listens without judgment is a valuable resource in not only getting you through trying times but also aiding you in developing strength and resiliency for future challenges. My goal as a therapist is to help you reach your goals. Whether it is a more peaceful life, a life with healthier relationships, or life with less stress and anxiety I will help you with achieving it. A good therapist helps you get stronger and provides you with skills to tackle life’s challenges. I work with adults, adolescents, and children.
Having a good therapist can be an essential aid in negotiating life’s challenges. A compassionate therapist who listens without judgment is a valuable resource in not only getting you through trying times but also aiding you in developing strength and resiliency for future challenges. My goal as a therapist is to help you reach your goals. Whether it is a more peaceful life, a life with healthier relationships, or life with less stress and anxiety I will help you with achieving it. A good therapist helps you get stronger and provides you with skills to tackle life’s challenges. I work with adults, adolescents, and children.
Counseling has been defined as "helping others to help themselves". Our journey in life often takes unexpected and unwanted twists and turns. Sometimes a little help is all that's needed to navigate the obstacles and regain our path. It would be my honor to help you to live the life you desire. Help comes through an offer of a warm, inviting environment with a compassionate, nonjudgmental listener. My role is not to tell you what to do or what to think but to help and to guide. I would love the opportunity to talk with you to assist you on your personal journey.
Counseling has been defined as "helping others to help themselves". Our journey in life often takes unexpected and unwanted twists and turns. Sometimes a little help is all that's needed to navigate the obstacles and regain our path. It would be my honor to help you to live the life you desire. Help comes through an offer of a warm, inviting environment with a compassionate, nonjudgmental listener. My role is not to tell you what to do or what to think but to help and to guide. I would love the opportunity to talk with you to assist you on your personal journey.
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Anxiety Disorders left untreated can lead to problems as Depression, Chronic Stress, Physical Health Issues,with heart disease and gastrointestinal problems topping the list.Any level Anxiety interferes with quality of life. Prevalent types of Anxiety, certainly treatable, are Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorder,Social Anxiety and Specific Phobias, all having common as well as distinctive features in levels of distress and kinds of treatment.
Time does not lessen the problem. I can help bring you peace in troubled times. Now!
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Anxiety Disorders left untreated can lead to problems as Depression, Chronic Stress, Physical Health Issues,with heart disease and gastrointestinal problems topping the list.Any level Anxiety interferes with quality of life. Prevalent types of Anxiety, certainly treatable, are Generalized Anxiety, Panic Disorder,Social Anxiety and Specific Phobias, all having common as well as distinctive features in levels of distress and kinds of treatment.
Time does not lessen the problem. I can help bring you peace in troubled times. Now!
Call Today
A Free 20 minute consultation call 334-277-7955 (no texts) leave convenient time for a call.
If you suffer from chronic illness, we can work together to develop goals.
Hi there, I'm Yvonne! I realize that the decision to begin therapy can be difficult. Often, we postpone the decision because we hesitate to prioritize our own needs. I acknowledge the importance of this initial action step, and I pledge to support you as you work toward your therapy goals. I will focus on your needs throughout the process and will collaborate with you in partnership in order to establish the best framework to enable you to achieve your goals. When you are ready, we will begin this journey together.
If you suffer from chronic illness, we can work together to develop goals.
Hi there, I'm Yvonne! I realize that the decision to begin therapy can be difficult. Often, we postpone the decision because we hesitate to prioritize our own needs. I acknowledge the importance of this initial action step, and I pledge to support you as you work toward your therapy goals. I will focus on your needs throughout the process and will collaborate with you in partnership in order to establish the best framework to enable you to achieve your goals. When you are ready, we will begin this journey together.
I have successfully supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, job loss, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem issues, trauma and chronic illness.
My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, helping you identify what matters most and develop practical strategies to achieve those goals.
My primary approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps identify thought patterns that create barriers to your goals. I also encourage mindfulness practices and use solution-focused methods.
I have successfully supported clients experiencing anxiety, depression, life transitions, job loss, relationship challenges, grief, self-esteem issues, trauma and chronic illness.
My approach is collaborative and goal-oriented, helping you identify what matters most and develop practical strategies to achieve those goals.
My primary approach is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, which helps identify thought patterns that create barriers to your goals. I also encourage mindfulness practices and use solution-focused methods.
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As far back as I can remember people have been telling me their stories. I have been given a gift for making people feel at ease and accepted, and I have never met a person I could not empathize with. I believe that every individual has value, is capable of change, and living a life of purpose. My style is open-minded, solution-oriented, and empowering. I speak words of life into my sessions and aim to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. I take an integrative, eclectic, and holistic approach to therapy, tailoring each session to the unique needs of the person in front of me.
As far back as I can remember people have been telling me their stories. I have been given a gift for making people feel at ease and accepted, and I have never met a person I could not empathize with. I believe that every individual has value, is capable of change, and living a life of purpose. My style is open-minded, solution-oriented, and empowering. I speak words of life into my sessions and aim to create a space where clients feel genuinely seen, heard, and supported. I take an integrative, eclectic, and holistic approach to therapy, tailoring each session to the unique needs of the person in front of me.
Making sense of life's troubles is challenging for all of us. Because we are fearfully and wonderfully made, all of us are unique and important. But we are also broken. And that brokenness can be spiritual, mental, or physical-likely a combination of all three. My goal as a counselor is to provide compassionate care for the whole person using the truths of the Bible and modern therapies to bring help and hope for life's difficulties.
Making sense of life's troubles is challenging for all of us. Because we are fearfully and wonderfully made, all of us are unique and important. But we are also broken. And that brokenness can be spiritual, mental, or physical-likely a combination of all three. My goal as a counselor is to provide compassionate care for the whole person using the truths of the Bible and modern therapies to bring help and hope for life's difficulties.
Are you ready for a change? Often, life can bring us situations that feel overwhelming, frustrating, or scary to manage alone. These experiences can make us feel out of control! Despite these challenges, I have good news! Better days and a Better YOU are possible.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adult clients with the goal of learning to love themselves while creating a better view of life. I communicate through client-led sessions. I believe the client is the author of their story. I am here to provide support and tools to help develop a better YOU.
Are you ready for a change? Often, life can bring us situations that feel overwhelming, frustrating, or scary to manage alone. These experiences can make us feel out of control! Despite these challenges, I have good news! Better days and a Better YOU are possible.
I enjoy working with adolescents, young adults, and adult clients with the goal of learning to love themselves while creating a better view of life. I communicate through client-led sessions. I believe the client is the author of their story. I am here to provide support and tools to help develop a better YOU.
Now Offering Evening and Weekend Appointments! Most insurances accepted.
We know how difficult it can be to fit therapy into your life, both time wise and financially, and we believe in doing everything we can to make therapy accessible. That is why we have 10 locations in Alabama with many offering evening and weekend appointments. We also accept most major insurances and our counselors will work with you to find a solution if you don't have insurance.
Now Offering Evening and Weekend Appointments! Most insurances accepted.
We know how difficult it can be to fit therapy into your life, both time wise and financially, and we believe in doing everything we can to make therapy accessible. That is why we have 10 locations in Alabama with many offering evening and weekend appointments. We also accept most major insurances and our counselors will work with you to find a solution if you don't have insurance.
Hello & Welcome to Weaving Wellness!
I want to work with you to weave a web of support that empowers each client, supporting them through all facets of their mental health care needs.
I care deeply about supporting all minority populations, with a passion for aiding those with gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity. I also specialize in supporting the unique needs of those dealing with chronic and terminal illnesses, as well as their caregivers.
I value humanities diversity and strive to listen and empathize with all my clients and their individual identities, challenges, and needs.
Hello & Welcome to Weaving Wellness!
I want to work with you to weave a web of support that empowers each client, supporting them through all facets of their mental health care needs.
I care deeply about supporting all minority populations, with a passion for aiding those with gender, sexuality, and relationship diversity. I also specialize in supporting the unique needs of those dealing with chronic and terminal illnesses, as well as their caregivers.
I value humanities diversity and strive to listen and empathize with all my clients and their individual identities, challenges, and needs.
Are you in the middle of a challenging time? I help people navigate the transitions that often occur in life; including illness, divorce, and grief related to all types of loss. I enjoy helping people heal from life's most difficult events, such as sexual assault, childhood abuse, religious trauma, medical trauma, acts of violence and other similar incidents. You have inherent beauty and worth. I believe my role as a therapist is to assist and guide you as you move toward a healthier life. You CAN feel better!
Are you in the middle of a challenging time? I help people navigate the transitions that often occur in life; including illness, divorce, and grief related to all types of loss. I enjoy helping people heal from life's most difficult events, such as sexual assault, childhood abuse, religious trauma, medical trauma, acts of violence and other similar incidents. You have inherent beauty and worth. I believe my role as a therapist is to assist and guide you as you move toward a healthier life. You CAN feel better!
Integrative Health Services, LLC Michelle Knight
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PIP, CREP
9 Endorsed
Pelham, AL 35124
Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness?
My integrative approach means I can work with your primary physician, psychiatrist, or other health professionals upon request. Modalities I often use are DBT, CBT, and mindfulness therapy. My approach is nurturing but also direct. I believe accountability is one of the greatest tools therapy can offer a person!
Are you struggling with marital issues, have an at-risk teen, grief, gambling, substance abuse, depression, anxiety, or a chronic illness?
My integrative approach means I can work with your primary physician, psychiatrist, or other health professionals upon request. Modalities I often use are DBT, CBT, and mindfulness therapy. My approach is nurturing but also direct. I believe accountability is one of the greatest tools therapy can offer a person!
Feeling disconnected from the life you want to be living? When stress, grief, or relationship strain builds up, it can slowly pull you away from the parts of life that once felt meaningful. You may be going through the motions but feeling worn down inside. You want more ease, stronger connections, and a sense that life fits you again. Therapy can be a place to pause, make sense of what’s been weighing on you, and begin reconnecting with what helps you feel grounded and fulfilled.
Feeling disconnected from the life you want to be living? When stress, grief, or relationship strain builds up, it can slowly pull you away from the parts of life that once felt meaningful. You may be going through the motions but feeling worn down inside. You want more ease, stronger connections, and a sense that life fits you again. Therapy can be a place to pause, make sense of what’s been weighing on you, and begin reconnecting with what helps you feel grounded and fulfilled.
Donna G Marsh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S, RPT-S, NCC
1 Endorsed
Trussville, AL 35173
I look forward to working with clients who are interested in making changes in their lives so they can grow and feel confident in handling any stressors that come along. I have found that with an objective counselor, who is supportive and allows the client to share and work through his/her feelings, they can realize their strength to make the changes needed to improve their lives. My career has spanned over 25 years, working with clients with depression, anxiety, grief, life stressors, medical crises, military service members, and children with ADHD, behavioral issues and custody issues.
I look forward to working with clients who are interested in making changes in their lives so they can grow and feel confident in handling any stressors that come along. I have found that with an objective counselor, who is supportive and allows the client to share and work through his/her feelings, they can realize their strength to make the changes needed to improve their lives. My career has spanned over 25 years, working with clients with depression, anxiety, grief, life stressors, medical crises, military service members, and children with ADHD, behavioral issues and custody issues.
Hi! I am Tiama Rucker, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I approach each therapy session with sensitivity, compassion, and empathy while creating a safe space for change and growth. My approach to therapy is client centered because I focus on the unique and specific needs of the individual. Because, every situation is different, I work with the individual to set goals and find which tools and approaches will best help them.
Hi! I am Tiama Rucker, a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in California. I approach each therapy session with sensitivity, compassion, and empathy while creating a safe space for change and growth. My approach to therapy is client centered because I focus on the unique and specific needs of the individual. Because, every situation is different, I work with the individual to set goals and find which tools and approaches will best help them.
I am licensed in Alabama, Arizona, Massachusetts, Nevada, and Washington with 20 years of professional clinical, counseling, and coaching experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & depression. I also have experience working with clients coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I am licensed in Alabama, Arizona, Massachusetts, Nevada, and Washington with 20 years of professional clinical, counseling, and coaching experience. I have experience in helping clients with stress and anxiety, relationship issues, & depression. I also have experience working with clients coping with life changes. I work with my clients to create an open and safe environment where thoughts and feelings can be shared without fear of judgment. Taking the first step to sign up for therapy can take courage and I am proud of you for getting started!
I enjoy supporting couples seeking to clarify shared goals, address conflicts and increase their sense of appreciation for one another. Couples seeking guidance around navigating non-traditional partnerships, long distance, the management of finances, family planning, building and maintaining intimacy and improving communication among a myriad of other topics, generally find my approach helpful. I also support individuals managing symptoms of anxiety, depression and various life transitions.
I enjoy supporting couples seeking to clarify shared goals, address conflicts and increase their sense of appreciation for one another. Couples seeking guidance around navigating non-traditional partnerships, long distance, the management of finances, family planning, building and maintaining intimacy and improving communication among a myriad of other topics, generally find my approach helpful. I also support individuals managing symptoms of anxiety, depression and various life transitions.
The relief that comes with being seen and heard is so necessary for healing and moving forward in life. I respect the courage and vulnerability it takes to lean into a discovery process about yourself. I encourage you to be honest and approach your counseling experience with curiosity. My counseling style is warm, encouraging, honest, respectful, with a dash of humor. I want to help empower you in reaching your goals, and to better understand yourself and your world. It is humbling to see people encounter the redemptive grace of God and have joy in new ways of living.
The relief that comes with being seen and heard is so necessary for healing and moving forward in life. I respect the courage and vulnerability it takes to lean into a discovery process about yourself. I encourage you to be honest and approach your counseling experience with curiosity. My counseling style is warm, encouraging, honest, respectful, with a dash of humor. I want to help empower you in reaching your goals, and to better understand yourself and your world. It is humbling to see people encounter the redemptive grace of God and have joy in new ways of living.
Hi. I'm Callie, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, family/relationship concerns, and chronic and terminal illnesss. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by past experiences. I enjoy working with clients to help identify their strengths, overcome obstacles and build their self-esteem. I work with clients to normalize their feelings and increase their self-awareness. I try to promote mindfulness when dealing with strong emotions and work to offer clients a safe and nonjudgmental place to share their feelings.
Hi. I'm Callie, I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, family/relationship concerns, and chronic and terminal illnesss. I work with clients who feel overwhelmed, stuck, or affected by past experiences. I enjoy working with clients to help identify their strengths, overcome obstacles and build their self-esteem. I work with clients to normalize their feelings and increase their self-awareness. I try to promote mindfulness when dealing with strong emotions and work to offer clients a safe and nonjudgmental place to share their feelings.
My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your feelings and to facilitate growth and healing. I take the time to learn about your social, cultural and ethnic background as this informs how you view and experience the world. It is important for me to have an understanding of your perspective and beliefs to best support you. When I meet with you for the first time, you can trust that I will listen to your concerns and collaborate with you to set goals for your care. I will partner with you as you work to find clarity about your path forward.
My goal is to create a safe, supportive environment for you to explore your feelings and to facilitate growth and healing. I take the time to learn about your social, cultural and ethnic background as this informs how you view and experience the world. It is important for me to have an understanding of your perspective and beliefs to best support you. When I meet with you for the first time, you can trust that I will listen to your concerns and collaborate with you to set goals for your care. I will partner with you as you work to find clarity about your path forward.
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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.