Chronic Illness Therapists in Rosemead, CA
Hello and welcome! My name is Janelle Gallardo, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help support adults navigating mental and emotional challenges and utilize an approach that is tailored to the individual's specific needs. I typically work with clients seeking therapy for trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, career exploration, relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. I also have training and experience with eating disorders (primarily binge eating) and sexual problems.
Hello and welcome! My name is Janelle Gallardo, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I help support adults navigating mental and emotional challenges and utilize an approach that is tailored to the individual's specific needs. I typically work with clients seeking therapy for trauma, anxiety, grief, depression, career exploration, relationship issues, self-esteem, and life transitions. I also have training and experience with eating disorders (primarily binge eating) and sexual problems.
We are all just doing the best that we can, but it is easy to feel depleted, alone, anxious, or depressed. Making the decision and commitment to better oneself is difficult, to say the least. I am here to help you achieve your goals. I aim to provide a safe and trusting environment for you to explore your emotions, experiences, relationships, and struggles. Therapy can be a great place to slow down, to think carefully about your life, and get support. I work collaboratively with my clients, and work to empower and nurture every individual’s strength. I believe education is a primary tool for change.
We are all just doing the best that we can, but it is easy to feel depleted, alone, anxious, or depressed. Making the decision and commitment to better oneself is difficult, to say the least. I am here to help you achieve your goals. I aim to provide a safe and trusting environment for you to explore your emotions, experiences, relationships, and struggles. Therapy can be a great place to slow down, to think carefully about your life, and get support. I work collaboratively with my clients, and work to empower and nurture every individual’s strength. I believe education is a primary tool for change.
Tsoline Konialian Psychological Services, Inc.
Psychologist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Rosemead, CA 91770
My name is Dr. Tsoline Konialian. I am a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist (CA Lic. PSY19955) with two offices conveniently located in the San Gabriel Valley area of Southern California. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to assess, manage, and treat cognitive, emotional, mood, or behavior difficulties. If trauma is getting in the way of your happiness, you might find that you cannot fix it alone. Call me. Let me help you unlock the trauma bonds that are preventing you from living a happy, healthy existence.
My name is Dr. Tsoline Konialian. I am a licensed clinical and forensic psychologist (CA Lic. PSY19955) with two offices conveniently located in the San Gabriel Valley area of Southern California. I work with children, adolescents, and adults to assess, manage, and treat cognitive, emotional, mood, or behavior difficulties. If trauma is getting in the way of your happiness, you might find that you cannot fix it alone. Call me. Let me help you unlock the trauma bonds that are preventing you from living a happy, healthy existence.
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Jennifer C Cohen
Marriage & Family Therapist, MACL, LMFT, C-IAYT, RYT 500
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work well with individuals and couples who are seeking to learn more holistic ways to address their emotional and relational challenges whether they be family of origin issues, trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, or depression.
I have many hours of specialized training in working with the LGBTQ+ population and am LGBTQ+ affirmative. I have worked extensively with trauma survivors, individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities as well as the family member helping care for them. I specialize in working with chronic pain, chronic medical, and spirituality.
I work well with individuals and couples who are seeking to learn more holistic ways to address their emotional and relational challenges whether they be family of origin issues, trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, or depression.
I have many hours of specialized training in working with the LGBTQ+ population and am LGBTQ+ affirmative. I have worked extensively with trauma survivors, individuals with Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities as well as the family member helping care for them. I specialize in working with chronic pain, chronic medical, and spirituality.
Chronic illness affects not just the body, but the mind and spirit as well.
I use EMDR and Somatic Therapy to support healing at the root level, releasing trauma and emotional stress held in the body. I believe healing is an innate ability we all have. With the therapeutic relationship as an anchor, I guide my clients in reconnecting with themselves and their body's wisdom, creating a greater sense of resilience, safety, and hope.
Chronic illness affects not just the body, but the mind and spirit as well.
I use EMDR and Somatic Therapy to support healing at the root level, releasing trauma and emotional stress held in the body. I believe healing is an innate ability we all have. With the therapeutic relationship as an anchor, I guide my clients in reconnecting with themselves and their body's wisdom, creating a greater sense of resilience, safety, and hope.
Stephanie Darrow
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sherman Oaks, CA 91403
I have personal and professional experience in a wide range of areas including grief, life transitions, parenting, ADHD, and chronic illness.
Maybe you’re feeling down. Irritable. Frustrated. Lonely. Like you've lost your way. Maybe your relationships are challenging or unfulfilling. Maybe you're just not feeling like yourself. Talking about it can help. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can let your guard down, share your innermost thoughts and fears, and know you will be met with compassion and understanding. I work with individuals and couples of all ages and stages with presenting problems such as anxiety, depression, marital conflict, and communication issues. Whatever your mental health or life challenge, I am dedicated to helping you navigate it.
I have personal and professional experience in a wide range of areas including grief, life transitions, parenting, ADHD, and chronic illness.
Maybe you’re feeling down. Irritable. Frustrated. Lonely. Like you've lost your way. Maybe your relationships are challenging or unfulfilling. Maybe you're just not feeling like yourself. Talking about it can help. I provide a safe, nonjudgmental space where you can let your guard down, share your innermost thoughts and fears, and know you will be met with compassion and understanding. I work with individuals and couples of all ages and stages with presenting problems such as anxiety, depression, marital conflict, and communication issues. Whatever your mental health or life challenge, I am dedicated to helping you navigate it.
Navigating the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or a chronic illness?
Using a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based practices to help you gain insight, develop resilience, and move forward with clarity. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
Navigating the challenges of pregnancy, postpartum, or a chronic illness?
Using a compassionate, non-judgmental approach, I integrate Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and mindfulness-based practices to help you gain insight, develop resilience, and move forward with clarity. My goal is to create a safe and supportive space where you feel understood and empowered to make meaningful changes in your life.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck due to their chronic illness, ADHD, or autism, especially in a world that may not fully understand or accommodate their needs.
My practice is trauma-informed and neurodiverse-affirming. Using mindful self-compassion, CBT, and EMDR, I help clients reduce stress, develop coping skills, and create lasting change for growth and emotional well-being.
Many of my clients feel overwhelmed, disconnected, or stuck due to their chronic illness, ADHD, or autism, especially in a world that may not fully understand or accommodate their needs.
My practice is trauma-informed and neurodiverse-affirming. Using mindful self-compassion, CBT, and EMDR, I help clients reduce stress, develop coping skills, and create lasting change for growth and emotional well-being.
Harley Frank - Somatic Specialist
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Los Angeles, CA 90039
I specialize in working with chronic illness & pain (autoimmune, chronic pain, gut, hormone, etc.
My expertise is in facilitating true change using a mix of traditional and non-traditional modalities, with a focus on somatic and parts work. My style is direct and engaged, more than a sit-back-and-listen approach. I am skilled in understanding and addressing the root of your challenges, rather than staying at the level of the symptoms.
I specialize in working with chronic illness & pain (autoimmune, chronic pain, gut, hormone, etc.
My expertise is in facilitating true change using a mix of traditional and non-traditional modalities, with a focus on somatic and parts work. My style is direct and engaged, more than a sit-back-and-listen approach. I am skilled in understanding and addressing the root of your challenges, rather than staying at the level of the symptoms.
I am a Queer, Kink, Poly friendly therapist of color, who lives with the effects of catastrophic illness and chronic illness.
Being a therapist not only involves the training we are provided nor the previous clients with whom we have worked. In my opinion, it involves the humility to allow one's client to feel safe enough to share the most vulnerable parts of their experiences for both of us to feel connected and moving in the same direction. My style of treatment follows my beliefs above. I will be working to put the pieces together that you may be unable to see. Once we have a pattern established, we will go at your speed, perhaps with a light nudge from me, to discover the origins of your issues.
I am a Queer, Kink, Poly friendly therapist of color, who lives with the effects of catastrophic illness and chronic illness.
Being a therapist not only involves the training we are provided nor the previous clients with whom we have worked. In my opinion, it involves the humility to allow one's client to feel safe enough to share the most vulnerable parts of their experiences for both of us to feel connected and moving in the same direction. My style of treatment follows my beliefs above. I will be working to put the pieces together that you may be unable to see. Once we have a pattern established, we will go at your speed, perhaps with a light nudge from me, to discover the origins of your issues.
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, chronic pain, life adjustments/transitions, LGBTQIA, relationship issues, and grief/loss.
Therapy is a collaborative effort between myself and the individual. My goal is to use my training and expertise to assist individuals in increasing their ability to cope with life stressors and in achieving their goals. I believe wellness is about balance and maintaining nonjudgmental agreements with one’s self and in relation to others.
I have experience in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, chronic pain, life adjustments/transitions, LGBTQIA, relationship issues, and grief/loss.
Therapy is a collaborative effort between myself and the individual. My goal is to use my training and expertise to assist individuals in increasing their ability to cope with life stressors and in achieving their goals. I believe wellness is about balance and maintaining nonjudgmental agreements with one’s self and in relation to others.
I have a lot of experience working w/those who have chronic illness, chronic pain, obesity, and body image issues and how these affects mental health.
Hello there, I'm Dr. Lori Sanderson. I enjoy looking at your thoughts and how they are contributing to your stress level, anxiety level, or overall feelings of sadness. How you think contributes to how you behave. How you behave also contributes to how you feel. I will meet you where you are but will also help you to develop a stronger and healthier version of you. We will do this together by helping you to get to the root of your struggles and giving you the tools to get through it. You deserve somewhere that you can share what is on your mind without fear of being judged negatively. You deserve a better life and a healthier you.
I have a lot of experience working w/those who have chronic illness, chronic pain, obesity, and body image issues and how these affects mental health.
Hello there, I'm Dr. Lori Sanderson. I enjoy looking at your thoughts and how they are contributing to your stress level, anxiety level, or overall feelings of sadness. How you think contributes to how you behave. How you behave also contributes to how you feel. I will meet you where you are but will also help you to develop a stronger and healthier version of you. We will do this together by helping you to get to the root of your struggles and giving you the tools to get through it. You deserve somewhere that you can share what is on your mind without fear of being judged negatively. You deserve a better life and a healthier you.
I offer services for anyone who may feel marginalized, has any type of chronic illness (i.
Accepting new patients!
I offer services for anyone who may feel marginalized, has any type of chronic illness (i.
Accepting new patients!
I work with individuals who might be struggling to manage anxiety, stress, and depression related to chronic illness, cancer, life transitions, or relationship challenges.
As a queer therapist, I know that it's a difficult time right now. I'm committed to supporting my clients through this hardship and meet them where they are amidst challenges that are out of their control. I know it's scary right now and you don't have to hold that fear alone.
I work with clients to develop greater insight into how they process the world around them, gain mastery in emotional regulation, and create stronger relationships. We will explore how your family impacted how you exist in the world and what might not be working for you anymore. Who you are shapes a lot of your experience and we will explore your identity.
I work with individuals who might be struggling to manage anxiety, stress, and depression related to chronic illness, cancer, life transitions, or relationship challenges.
As a queer therapist, I know that it's a difficult time right now. I'm committed to supporting my clients through this hardship and meet them where they are amidst challenges that are out of their control. I know it's scary right now and you don't have to hold that fear alone.
I work with clients to develop greater insight into how they process the world around them, gain mastery in emotional regulation, and create stronger relationships. We will explore how your family impacted how you exist in the world and what might not be working for you anymore. Who you are shapes a lot of your experience and we will explore your identity.
I am passionate about helping people who suffer from chronic illness, trauma, personality disorders & anxiety/depression.
I believe it takes an immense amount of courage to ask for help when you feel like you are struggling. Life can be unfair, relentless, scary, and exhausting at times. As a therapist, I believe that exploring and identifying the root of those negative feelings, thoughts, and/or events can be the recipe for relief and wanted change. I aim to create a safe, warm, trusting and transparent space for you to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for in.
I am passionate about helping people who suffer from chronic illness, trauma, personality disorders & anxiety/depression.
I believe it takes an immense amount of courage to ask for help when you feel like you are struggling. Life can be unfair, relentless, scary, and exhausting at times. As a therapist, I believe that exploring and identifying the root of those negative feelings, thoughts, and/or events can be the recipe for relief and wanted change. I aim to create a safe, warm, trusting and transparent space for you to feel comfortable, confident, and cared for in.
I offer Individual therapy specializing in Medical Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Acute Stress, Phobias, Self-Esteem, Teen Athletic and Team Emotional Resiliency, Grief and Loss, Chronic Illness, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Career Challenges, and Marital Conflict.
Let me help you cope with change as enters your life. Identify thoughts and behaviors interfering with happiness and quality of life. Reject stories and loops we replay in our minds stemming from childhood about who we are or aren't. Find life balance. Break anxiety cycle to find forever tools. Manage difficult emotions. Create strong boundaries.
I offer Individual therapy specializing in Medical Trauma, Depression, Anxiety, Panic Attacks, Acute Stress, Phobias, Self-Esteem, Teen Athletic and Team Emotional Resiliency, Grief and Loss, Chronic Illness, Inflammatory Bowel Disease, Career Challenges, and Marital Conflict.
Let me help you cope with change as enters your life. Identify thoughts and behaviors interfering with happiness and quality of life. Reject stories and loops we replay in our minds stemming from childhood about who we are or aren't. Find life balance. Break anxiety cycle to find forever tools. Manage difficult emotions. Create strong boundaries.
I have seen a lot of clients with Chronic Illness also experience behavioral health challenges such as depression and anxiety.
My name is Miwa Emi. I specialize in working with clients with medical conditions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles. I am a Medical Social Worker and have worked with clients with Chronic Illnesses over the last 13 years. I have worked for a home health agency, a dialysis clinic, a University hospital, and a health insurance company. I have been in the Social Work field for 20 years. Do you feel your doctor, family and friends do not understand what you are going through physically and emotionally? You are not alone.
I have seen a lot of clients with Chronic Illness also experience behavioral health challenges such as depression and anxiety.
My name is Miwa Emi. I specialize in working with clients with medical conditions. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in Los Angeles. I am a Medical Social Worker and have worked with clients with Chronic Illnesses over the last 13 years. I have worked for a home health agency, a dialysis clinic, a University hospital, and a health insurance company. I have been in the Social Work field for 20 years. Do you feel your doctor, family and friends do not understand what you are going through physically and emotionally? You are not alone.
Whether you're processing trauma, acute or chronic illness, or end-of life, I'm here for you.
What is the nature of consciousness? Navigating the challenges of life and death can be inevitable and isolating, often accompanied by a whirlwind of feelings that may seem impossible to understand. I provide a safe and supportive space for finding moments of peace amidst the turbulence of the unique emotional complexities you're facing. Together, we will find the right approach that will lead you to meaning, empowerment, and resilience within your profound human experience.
Whether you're processing trauma, acute or chronic illness, or end-of life, I'm here for you.
What is the nature of consciousness? Navigating the challenges of life and death can be inevitable and isolating, often accompanied by a whirlwind of feelings that may seem impossible to understand. I provide a safe and supportive space for finding moments of peace amidst the turbulence of the unique emotional complexities you're facing. Together, we will find the right approach that will lead you to meaning, empowerment, and resilience within your profound human experience.
Dr. Jackie Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have over 20 years of experience helping those living with chronic illness/medical condition (such as cancer, fibromyalgia, MS), grief & loss, and professional burnout.
Feeling low energy or little hope for the future? Living with a recent loss or medical diagnosis and wondering if you'll ever feel like yourself again? These challenges can cause so much suffering and make us feel alone and like no one really understands. Whether you are struggling with emotional symptoms like loneliness, anger, or sadness, or physical symptoms like pain and fatigue therapy can help. As a therapist who specializes in illness and loss, I work to help you find support, advocate for yourself, listen to and trust your body, and find energy for your next chapter in life.
I have over 20 years of experience helping those living with chronic illness/medical condition (such as cancer, fibromyalgia, MS), grief & loss, and professional burnout.
Feeling low energy or little hope for the future? Living with a recent loss or medical diagnosis and wondering if you'll ever feel like yourself again? These challenges can cause so much suffering and make us feel alone and like no one really understands. Whether you are struggling with emotional symptoms like loneliness, anger, or sadness, or physical symptoms like pain and fatigue therapy can help. As a therapist who specializes in illness and loss, I work to help you find support, advocate for yourself, listen to and trust your body, and find energy for your next chapter in life.
Reach out today if you have issues related to trauma, OCD, chronic illness, or are the parents of trans kids.
I am a queer, nonbinary therapist who specializes in working with several niches of clients. I use Art Therapy, EMDR, somatic work, and psychedelic-assisted-therapy (with the adults). I offer services in WA, OR, ID, GA, and UT. Contact me for more info or pop over to my website! It's got a LOT of good info about me.
Reach out today if you have issues related to trauma, OCD, chronic illness, or are the parents of trans kids.
I am a queer, nonbinary therapist who specializes in working with several niches of clients. I use Art Therapy, EMDR, somatic work, and psychedelic-assisted-therapy (with the adults). I offer services in WA, OR, ID, GA, and UT. Contact me for more info or pop over to my website! It's got a LOT of good info about me.
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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.