Chronic Illness Therapists in 06510

Photo of Jody L. Rowell, MSSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Jody L. Rowell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06510  (Online Only)
Few slots open: If you are feeling uneasy and fearful, if you are constantly worrying, feeling "lost" or "directionless", you are not alone. Its hard to ask for help but you have come this far. Take the next step and reach out.
Few slots open: If you are feeling uneasy and fearful, if you are constantly worrying, feeling "lost" or "directionless", you are not alone. Its hard to ask for help but you have come this far. Take the next step and reach out.
(203) 779-7408 View (203) 779-7408
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Amy E. Goldfarb
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06510
(PLEASE NOTE: My practice is currently full). You're struggling; you aren't feeling like yourself. You'd like to understand your own feelings or those of someone you love. Maybe you feel bogged down; you can't make decisions. Or you're hurting; you've suffered a loss and you don't know how to move forward. Perhaps you'd like to feel more genuine, comfortable, and happy in your close relationships. Or you're always worried; you can't fall asleep because your mind won't stop. You need tools and strategies. I am a seasoned, Yale-trained psychoIogist and I offer compassionate, responsive, effective therapy for people like you.
(PLEASE NOTE: My practice is currently full). You're struggling; you aren't feeling like yourself. You'd like to understand your own feelings or those of someone you love. Maybe you feel bogged down; you can't make decisions. Or you're hurting; you've suffered a loss and you don't know how to move forward. Perhaps you'd like to feel more genuine, comfortable, and happy in your close relationships. Or you're always worried; you can't fall asleep because your mind won't stop. You need tools and strategies. I am a seasoned, Yale-trained psychoIogist and I offer compassionate, responsive, effective therapy for people like you.
(203) 763-4987 View (203) 763-4987
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Darien Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCSW, LMFT, PhD
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06510
We provide individual, couple, parent-child and family counseling. Working with a variety of issues throughout the developmental lifespan, we focus on our client's strengths and go from there. We work with clients to create a treatment plan that reflects their personal goals, family priorities, and future dreams.
We provide individual, couple, parent-child and family counseling. Working with a variety of issues throughout the developmental lifespan, we focus on our client's strengths and go from there. We work with clients to create a treatment plan that reflects their personal goals, family priorities, and future dreams.
(203) 883-0464 View (203) 883-0464
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Stefanie Stewart
Pre-Licensed Professional, MHC-LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06510  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
You are more than this moment, this feeling, this setback, and these thoughts that you just can't get out of your head. Depression and anxiety and oppression and trauma are all real and are all powerful forces that can do so much harm and make you doubt the value you add to the world and the love and respect you deserve. Those voices are not your voice, and I want to help you defeat them.
You are more than this moment, this feeling, this setback, and these thoughts that you just can't get out of your head. Depression and anxiety and oppression and trauma are all real and are all powerful forces that can do so much harm and make you doubt the value you add to the world and the love and respect you deserve. Those voices are not your voice, and I want to help you defeat them.
(929) 209-7941 View (929) 209-7941
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Tony Karajanis
Marriage & Family Therapist, JD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Haven, CT 06510
Waitlist for new clients
Seeking therapy is an important step on your journey to promoting healthy change and positive growth in your life. You are many things, and take on many roles in your life. I believe positive change does not occur from an outside source, but comes from your own strength and resilience, as well as a better understanding of who you are. My role is to guide and challenge you on your journey of re-connecting to your own potential and power so you can achieve change in yourself and your life. With current COVID-19 concerns regarding public health & safety, please know I offer online/video counseling sessions for new & existing clients.
Seeking therapy is an important step on your journey to promoting healthy change and positive growth in your life. You are many things, and take on many roles in your life. I believe positive change does not occur from an outside source, but comes from your own strength and resilience, as well as a better understanding of who you are. My role is to guide and challenge you on your journey of re-connecting to your own potential and power so you can achieve change in yourself and your life. With current COVID-19 concerns regarding public health & safety, please know I offer online/video counseling sessions for new & existing clients.
(203) 697-8366 View (203) 697-8366
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Stella Ntate
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06510  (Online Only)
Life can be crazy sometimes and as a therapist, I want to walk with you through anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, a new medical diagnosis that threatens life as you know it, or transitioning from one stage in life to another. Therapy can be a long or short journey to help you gain the insight needed to explore how past and present experiences impact your ability to manage life's daily stressors and help you develop the coping skills you need to get on with your life. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, empathy and compassion as the pathway to healing and wellness for yourself.
Life can be crazy sometimes and as a therapist, I want to walk with you through anxiety, depression, trauma, addiction, a new medical diagnosis that threatens life as you know it, or transitioning from one stage in life to another. Therapy can be a long or short journey to help you gain the insight needed to explore how past and present experiences impact your ability to manage life's daily stressors and help you develop the coping skills you need to get on with your life. I strive to establish a therapeutic relationship that builds on trust, honesty, empathy and compassion as the pathway to healing and wellness for yourself.
(959) 210-1094 View (959) 210-1094
Photo of Marissa Kosh, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Marissa Kosh
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06510  (Online Only)
As a warm and genuine therapist, I aim to provide a supportive environment for you to navigate your current challenges. If you are seeking a positive change and ways to become more aligned with your goals, I will support you in that journey with both compassion and guidance. My goal is to help you learn skills to break free from the patterns that no longer serve you, get "unstuck," and improve your overall well-being. My approach blends kindness and humor, creating a non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings in sessions.
As a warm and genuine therapist, I aim to provide a supportive environment for you to navigate your current challenges. If you are seeking a positive change and ways to become more aligned with your goals, I will support you in that journey with both compassion and guidance. My goal is to help you learn skills to break free from the patterns that no longer serve you, get "unstuck," and improve your overall well-being. My approach blends kindness and humor, creating a non-judgmental space where clients can feel comfortable expressing their thoughts and feelings in sessions.
(203) 902-5228 View (203) 902-5228
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Stephanie Benjamin
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New Haven, CT 06510  (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Not Accepting New Patients. Starting therapy for the first time or re-initiating therapy after a break can be intimidating. Whether you are seeking support during a difficult period of your life, healing after a traumatic event or loss, processing unresolved trauma, or deeper self-knowledge: therapy involves developing a trusting, collaborative relationship to collaboratively identify your strengths and foster a greater sense of self-awareness and self healing.
Not Accepting New Patients. Starting therapy for the first time or re-initiating therapy after a break can be intimidating. Whether you are seeking support during a difficult period of your life, healing after a traumatic event or loss, processing unresolved trauma, or deeper self-knowledge: therapy involves developing a trusting, collaborative relationship to collaboratively identify your strengths and foster a greater sense of self-awareness and self healing.
(203) 787-8380 View (203) 787-8380
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.