Chronic Illness Therapists in Los Angeles, CA
I am accepting new clients via private pay. My background is neuropsychology and health psychology, therefore, I specialize with understanding the complexity of interactions between neurological illnesses and psychological symptoms such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, etc. I have worked with several illnesses such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, TBI & adjustment to these medical conditions. Additionally, I believe in mindfulness meditation. You can access my "21 day Positive Mindfulness Meditation Challenge" on Spotify or Apple podcasts. MBSR qualified teacher.
I am accepting new clients via private pay. My background is neuropsychology and health psychology, therefore, I specialize with understanding the complexity of interactions between neurological illnesses and psychological symptoms such as depression, anxiety, PTSD, substance abuse, etc. I have worked with several illnesses such as Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS), Parkinson Disease, Multiple Sclerosis, stroke, TBI & adjustment to these medical conditions. Additionally, I believe in mindfulness meditation. You can access my "21 day Positive Mindfulness Meditation Challenge" on Spotify or Apple podcasts. MBSR qualified teacher.
Entering therapy is a courageous first step toward recognizing your truest potential. As a therapist, I utilize an eclectic approach based on my client's needs. It is of utmost importance for me to build a therapeutic space that is authentic, safe, and honest, an environment where growth is possible amidst encouragement and support.
Entering therapy is a courageous first step toward recognizing your truest potential. As a therapist, I utilize an eclectic approach based on my client's needs. It is of utmost importance for me to build a therapeutic space that is authentic, safe, and honest, an environment where growth is possible amidst encouragement and support.
I’m so glad you're here. This process can feel daunting, and I’m excited you’re reaching out. If you're experiencing anxiety, burnout, grief, chronic health issues, or relationship and parenting concerns, you’re in the right place. I specialize in working with individuals in their 20s and 30s, as well as new or hopeful-to-be parents. My clients are thoughtful, capable, and deeply caring - yet still feel overwhelmed, anxious, or self-critical. There’s often a lot of overthinking, a tendency to put others' needs first, a deep-rooted sense of shame or loneliness, and a quiet longing for things to feel calmer or more balanced.
I’m so glad you're here. This process can feel daunting, and I’m excited you’re reaching out. If you're experiencing anxiety, burnout, grief, chronic health issues, or relationship and parenting concerns, you’re in the right place. I specialize in working with individuals in their 20s and 30s, as well as new or hopeful-to-be parents. My clients are thoughtful, capable, and deeply caring - yet still feel overwhelmed, anxious, or self-critical. There’s often a lot of overthinking, a tendency to put others' needs first, a deep-rooted sense of shame or loneliness, and a quiet longing for things to feel calmer or more balanced.
I utilize psychodynamic theory in my approach in addition to using a feminist theoretical framework. I find it highly effective for diverse clients and addresses intersectionalities.
I utilize psychodynamic theory in my approach in addition to using a feminist theoretical framework. I find it highly effective for diverse clients and addresses intersectionalities.
I am a physician in Los Angeles offering integrative care. My goal is to approach each person as a whole - body, mind, heart, spirit. I combine conventional medicine with herbalism and mind-body medicine like mindfulness. I offer ketamine assisted psychotherapy as a part of a holistic practice, in collaboration with therapists and counselors.
I am a physician in Los Angeles offering integrative care. My goal is to approach each person as a whole - body, mind, heart, spirit. I combine conventional medicine with herbalism and mind-body medicine like mindfulness. I offer ketamine assisted psychotherapy as a part of a holistic practice, in collaboration with therapists and counselors.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief related to loss, relationships, chronic illness, and other complex stressors.
Welcome! The greatest of positive outcomes are found within integrative practices that champion growth and empowerment. My clinical style is holistic and person-centered and follows a strength-based perspective tailored to meet the unique experience of each person. I apply Rogerian, Behavioral and Solution Focused techniques, to name a few, and frequently use tools from the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness based practices.
I work with clients who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, or grief related to loss, relationships, chronic illness, and other complex stressors.
Welcome! The greatest of positive outcomes are found within integrative practices that champion growth and empowerment. My clinical style is holistic and person-centered and follows a strength-based perspective tailored to meet the unique experience of each person. I apply Rogerian, Behavioral and Solution Focused techniques, to name a few, and frequently use tools from the fields of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, Motivational Interviewing and Mindfulness based practices.
My approach to therapy focuses on establishing a warm, trusting relationship with my clients to help us explore deep personal issues. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, co-dependency, and life transitions. In my approach I use psycho-dynamic and solution-focused approaches to help dislodge old behavioral patterns and emphasize the importance of how our previous relationships impact our present. In therapy we will look to find meaning in our present-day challenges, experiment with new ways of thinking and seek resolution.
My approach to therapy focuses on establishing a warm, trusting relationship with my clients to help us explore deep personal issues. My areas of focus include depression, anxiety, trauma, addictive behaviors, co-dependency, and life transitions. In my approach I use psycho-dynamic and solution-focused approaches to help dislodge old behavioral patterns and emphasize the importance of how our previous relationships impact our present. In therapy we will look to find meaning in our present-day challenges, experiment with new ways of thinking and seek resolution.
My specialization encompasses life transitions, trauma, chronic illness, death, dying, depression, anxiety, and addictions.
Therapy is something that is beneficial for all of us. If you are feeling challenged or struggling with the present and/or the past, you would like a safe space to talk, I would be delighted to hear what your unique needs and goals are and work with you whenever you’re ready. My approach is person centered, strengths-based CBT and SFT. Your goals and progress are my primary focus. Together, we’ll identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
My specialization encompasses life transitions, trauma, chronic illness, death, dying, depression, anxiety, and addictions.
Therapy is something that is beneficial for all of us. If you are feeling challenged or struggling with the present and/or the past, you would like a safe space to talk, I would be delighted to hear what your unique needs and goals are and work with you whenever you’re ready. My approach is person centered, strengths-based CBT and SFT. Your goals and progress are my primary focus. Together, we’ll identify challenges and work on strategies to help you move forward with confidence.
In a society with high standards, caregiving challenges, and demanding work environments, it is easy to forget about our own well-being. It can even appear more convenient to put our mental health on the back-burner, but if we disregard self-care it can lead to a burnout. Burnout can lead to mental exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, and depression. Furthermore, when we are burnt out, the light we shine on and for others is diminished. I can assist and support you in working through hardships that may cause you frustration, have you in a burnout state, and/or make it difficult for you to manage daily tasks.
In a society with high standards, caregiving challenges, and demanding work environments, it is easy to forget about our own well-being. It can even appear more convenient to put our mental health on the back-burner, but if we disregard self-care it can lead to a burnout. Burnout can lead to mental exhaustion, cynicism, detachment, and depression. Furthermore, when we are burnt out, the light we shine on and for others is diminished. I can assist and support you in working through hardships that may cause you frustration, have you in a burnout state, and/or make it difficult for you to manage daily tasks.
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
Serenity, Equanimity, Peace of Mind. Are these qualities sorely missing from your life? You are not alone. Most Westerners experience rushed living, lack of acceptance, anxious and depressed mood - what inevitably amounts to suffering. While pain is a universal experience, with practice suffering can become optional. But lack of skill, low motivation, and general haggardness of life prevent many from consistent self-care which can alleviate suffering. If this is your story, The Serenity Center was opened with you in mind. Reducing suffering to manageable levels is an achievable goal - and all you may need is a skillful guide.
Therapy is an opportunity to rediscover what it feels like to be at home in yourself. It is a process of making the road by walking—of taking step after step to explore your experiences, beliefs, inner knowing, pain and hope in order to create a more meaningful and authentic life. My aim is to support you on this path through grounded presence, honesty and deep care.
Therapy is an opportunity to rediscover what it feels like to be at home in yourself. It is a process of making the road by walking—of taking step after step to explore your experiences, beliefs, inner knowing, pain and hope in order to create a more meaningful and authentic life. My aim is to support you on this path through grounded presence, honesty and deep care.
Harley Frank - Somatic Specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
Have you found traditional talk therapy has helped reduce your symptoms, yet you find yourself desiring a deeper, more embodied transformation? I offer trauma-informed somatic therapy, which can create deep structural change that is difficult to access through talk therapy alone. These body-based approaches allow you to reach parts of the brain that language can’t access, rewiring deeply held patterns, attachment, and emotional wounding. I specialize in working with self-esteem, spiritual growth, anxiety, depression, trauma healing, and relationships.
Have you found traditional talk therapy has helped reduce your symptoms, yet you find yourself desiring a deeper, more embodied transformation? I offer trauma-informed somatic therapy, which can create deep structural change that is difficult to access through talk therapy alone. These body-based approaches allow you to reach parts of the brain that language can’t access, rewiring deeply held patterns, attachment, and emotional wounding. I specialize in working with self-esteem, spiritual growth, anxiety, depression, trauma healing, and relationships.
Dealing with persistent physical and emotional pain is enough to leave you feeling defeated. It can be an isolating experience when loved ones want to help but don't truly understand what you're going through or how to support you. Even if you do have a diagnosis for your pain, it can be a painful grieving process to reconfigure your lifestyle and expectations for yourself. Maybe there are days you find yourself wondering if your symptoms are caused by your actual illness or the amount of stress it has caused you.
Dealing with persistent physical and emotional pain is enough to leave you feeling defeated. It can be an isolating experience when loved ones want to help but don't truly understand what you're going through or how to support you. Even if you do have a diagnosis for your pain, it can be a painful grieving process to reconfigure your lifestyle and expectations for yourself. Maybe there are days you find yourself wondering if your symptoms are caused by your actual illness or the amount of stress it has caused you.
Talk It Out Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW, MSW, Grief, Loss
1 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90025
BIPOC - Have you experienced loss or adjusting to change? Life comes with loss and change: the death of a loved one, the loss of health, a break-up. Dealing with any loss and adjusting to major change often negatively affects us, and our emotional well-being and coping habits are sometimes compromised as a result. It is easy to fall into depression or develop anxiety if our coping is not managed and nurtured appropriately. I’m glad you are taking steps to process what change or loss means to you. As an Asian American Filipina, I provide culturally competent therapy services to those managing dual/multi cultural/BIPOC identities.
BIPOC - Have you experienced loss or adjusting to change? Life comes with loss and change: the death of a loved one, the loss of health, a break-up. Dealing with any loss and adjusting to major change often negatively affects us, and our emotional well-being and coping habits are sometimes compromised as a result. It is easy to fall into depression or develop anxiety if our coping is not managed and nurtured appropriately. I’m glad you are taking steps to process what change or loss means to you. As an Asian American Filipina, I provide culturally competent therapy services to those managing dual/multi cultural/BIPOC identities.
You want a safe, nonjudgmental space to untangle anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, depression, or disconnection in dating, sex, or long-term partnership. You may feel stuck between what you need and what others expect. In therapy, we slow down, name patterns, and practice new skills—communication, boundaries, emotion regulation, and self-compassion. With an inclusive, attachment-informed approach, I help you reconnect to yourself so you can show up authentically in love, work, and daily life.
You want a safe, nonjudgmental space to untangle anxiety, overthinking, people-pleasing, depression, or disconnection in dating, sex, or long-term partnership. You may feel stuck between what you need and what others expect. In therapy, we slow down, name patterns, and practice new skills—communication, boundaries, emotion regulation, and self-compassion. With an inclusive, attachment-informed approach, I help you reconnect to yourself so you can show up authentically in love, work, and daily life.
I believe that each individual have the utmost potential to live their lives in their most authentic self. I would love to paved this way and be the conduit to support this goal. I utilize CBT, DBT techniques, and some strategic approach in achieving goals and heavily believe in strength based approach. I enjoy collaborating with clients on what they need, helping in the way that is empathic, encouraging, and respectful. I believe that you are the expert of your life and I simply have the pleasure to support you through this journey.
I believe that each individual have the utmost potential to live their lives in their most authentic self. I would love to paved this way and be the conduit to support this goal. I utilize CBT, DBT techniques, and some strategic approach in achieving goals and heavily believe in strength based approach. I enjoy collaborating with clients on what they need, helping in the way that is empathic, encouraging, and respectful. I believe that you are the expert of your life and I simply have the pleasure to support you through this journey.
Psychotherapy services are for individuals, couples and families experiencing the effects of cancer or chronic illness.
As a cancer survivor myself, I know first hand how scary the "C" word is. As a result of cancer treatments, often times people develop mild to severe forms of depression, anxiety, "scanxiety," and post-traumatic stress disorder. Many people experience symptoms during treatment while others are symptomatic only after they are in full remission. My practice treats fellow warriors and their families that are navigating the cancer process, survivors trying to figure out their “new normal”, individuals in remission for years but are still processing the events that once happened, and those currently experiencing metastasized cancers.
Psychotherapy services are for individuals, couples and families experiencing the effects of cancer or chronic illness.
As a cancer survivor myself, I know first hand how scary the "C" word is. As a result of cancer treatments, often times people develop mild to severe forms of depression, anxiety, "scanxiety," and post-traumatic stress disorder. Many people experience symptoms during treatment while others are symptomatic only after they are in full remission. My practice treats fellow warriors and their families that are navigating the cancer process, survivors trying to figure out their “new normal”, individuals in remission for years but are still processing the events that once happened, and those currently experiencing metastasized cancers.
I take a client-centered approach, collaborating with you and using your goals as our guide. Building a strong, trusting relationship is at the heart of my practice. I create a safe, judgment-free space where you can openly explore your emotions and release what you’ve held within. Every client deserves to feel seen and heard, and I strive to foster an environment filled with warmth and empathy. My mission is to provide personalized therapy that empowers lasting, positive change. I believe in healing and growth at any stage of life. Take that step toward transformation; your journey begins here.
I take a client-centered approach, collaborating with you and using your goals as our guide. Building a strong, trusting relationship is at the heart of my practice. I create a safe, judgment-free space where you can openly explore your emotions and release what you’ve held within. Every client deserves to feel seen and heard, and I strive to foster an environment filled with warmth and empathy. My mission is to provide personalized therapy that empowers lasting, positive change. I believe in healing and growth at any stage of life. Take that step toward transformation; your journey begins here.
From understanding symptoms and learning coping tools to processing trauma and gaining insight, sessions are focused on supporting you and your goals and getting relief from symptoms. I create a space where people can pause from the whirlwind of life and start to look within. Symptoms are one way the body communicates with us. Your arrival here likely indicates that you have already taken the first step in healing: you're listening to your body. I offer a variety of evidence-based practices and time-tested modalities to support the healing process.
From understanding symptoms and learning coping tools to processing trauma and gaining insight, sessions are focused on supporting you and your goals and getting relief from symptoms. I create a space where people can pause from the whirlwind of life and start to look within. Symptoms are one way the body communicates with us. Your arrival here likely indicates that you have already taken the first step in healing: you're listening to your body. I offer a variety of evidence-based practices and time-tested modalities to support the healing process.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Southern California. I received my Doctor of Psychology degree at the California School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing for 4 years. I strive to help adults across the lifespan address psychological concerns in a person-centered, holistic manner that incorporates all unique factors of one’s experience, including health, culture, and identity.
Hi! I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in Southern California. I received my Doctor of Psychology degree at the California School of Professional Psychology and have been practicing for 4 years. I strive to help adults across the lifespan address psychological concerns in a person-centered, holistic manner that incorporates all unique factors of one’s experience, including health, culture, and identity.
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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.