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Kathy Sommerich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Riverdale, NY 10463
Particular areas of interest include substance mis-use, parenting concerns, individuals with chronic illness and their families, grief and loss.
For over 30 years, I have been collaborating with my clients to address life's challenges with increased ease. I provide a safe environment to work through these challenges and will support your efforts towards growth, change and healing. My interactive style helps modify self defeating patterns which can block your efforts to live more consciously and mindfully. I partner with my clients to enhance self awareness, empower a greater sense of personal choice, navigate personal dilemmas, and achieve greater satisfaction at work and in personal and family relationships and work to heal past and current wounds.
Particular areas of interest include substance mis-use, parenting concerns, individuals with chronic illness and their families, grief and loss.
For over 30 years, I have been collaborating with my clients to address life's challenges with increased ease. I provide a safe environment to work through these challenges and will support your efforts towards growth, change and healing. My interactive style helps modify self defeating patterns which can block your efforts to live more consciously and mindfully. I partner with my clients to enhance self awareness, empower a greater sense of personal choice, navigate personal dilemmas, and achieve greater satisfaction at work and in personal and family relationships and work to heal past and current wounds.
(929) 203-7913 View (929) 203-7913
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Gisele Garelik
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults. I have extensive experience with survivors of trauma, and often use a trauma-informed lens. I focus on issues that impact the life cycle, including relationship stressors, parenting challenges, career choices, managing the effects of chronic illness, and dealing with aging parents. In addition, I am skilled at helping clients and families deal with end of life issues, grief and bereavement.
I am a licensed clinical social worker with over a decade of experience working with adolescents and adults. I have extensive experience with survivors of trauma, and often use a trauma-informed lens. I focus on issues that impact the life cycle, including relationship stressors, parenting challenges, career choices, managing the effects of chronic illness, and dealing with aging parents. In addition, I am skilled at helping clients and families deal with end of life issues, grief and bereavement.
(646) 455-3942 View (646) 455-3942
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Juliet Jenkelowitz
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10463
Areas of specialty include OCD and anxiety disorders as well as chronic illness, caregiving, and supporting individuals navigating medical issues.
We all want to achieve our greatest potential, to connect with others, and to experience so much of what life can offer, but this often means facing change and risking what feels comfortable. Doing this can be quite challenging for many of us, especially as we face stress, loss, and many of life’s greatest challenges. Even when we are willing, it can be so hard to get out of our head and out of our own way. My approach involves us working as a team to understand what meaningful change you are looking to create, and to equip you with tools that can be easily integrated into everyday life.
Areas of specialty include OCD and anxiety disorders as well as chronic illness, caregiving, and supporting individuals navigating medical issues.
We all want to achieve our greatest potential, to connect with others, and to experience so much of what life can offer, but this often means facing change and risking what feels comfortable. Doing this can be quite challenging for many of us, especially as we face stress, loss, and many of life’s greatest challenges. Even when we are willing, it can be so hard to get out of our head and out of our own way. My approach involves us working as a team to understand what meaningful change you are looking to create, and to equip you with tools that can be easily integrated into everyday life.
(914) 685-9518 View (914) 685-9518
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Karen Somary
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Riverdale, NY 10463
How we manage and cope with stress can have a profound effect on both our medical health and mental health. In turn, our medical health can impact our mood, anxiety, and ability to cope. Stress management, body health, mood, and anxiety form an interactive loop that can affect not only our self-esteem, but also the sense of personal and professional success we experience in our lives. The connection between mental health, physical health and life satisfaction is the cornerstone of my work toward emotional well-being. Finding a balance among these aspects of self can be difficult and challenging.
How we manage and cope with stress can have a profound effect on both our medical health and mental health. In turn, our medical health can impact our mood, anxiety, and ability to cope. Stress management, body health, mood, and anxiety form an interactive loop that can affect not only our self-esteem, but also the sense of personal and professional success we experience in our lives. The connection between mental health, physical health and life satisfaction is the cornerstone of my work toward emotional well-being. Finding a balance among these aspects of self can be difficult and challenging.
(718) 571-8527 View (718) 571-8527
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Irene Shane Klotz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, ACC, LMSW, CPT
Verified Verified
Riverdale, NY 10463
Do you trudge through life on auto-pilot, have a health challenge, or a career you can't stand? Do you need someone to listen to your story? As a certified Life & Career Coach, licensed social worker, & Medical Counselor, I'll provide a professional ear and unique partnership across the lifespan for children, adolescents, couples, seniors, and persons 50+ to build resilience, get unstuck, & face adversity. We'll discover your core values, resolve life and career challenges, and heal medical anxieties. Call me, re-engage in life, and rock on to the next chapter. We'll share the joy as you achieve your goals and let your life soar!
Do you trudge through life on auto-pilot, have a health challenge, or a career you can't stand? Do you need someone to listen to your story? As a certified Life & Career Coach, licensed social worker, & Medical Counselor, I'll provide a professional ear and unique partnership across the lifespan for children, adolescents, couples, seniors, and persons 50+ to build resilience, get unstuck, & face adversity. We'll discover your core values, resolve life and career challenges, and heal medical anxieties. Call me, re-engage in life, and rock on to the next chapter. We'll share the joy as you achieve your goals and let your life soar!
(917) 472-1431 View (917) 472-1431
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Cayley Kasten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
Chronic pain and illness can have a significant impact on the lives of those living with it. They can take a toll on mental and emotional wellbeing, relationships, and the way we feel about ourselves. People often describe feeling frustrated with their body, unable to keep up with day to day tasks, or anxious for when they may feel unwell again. Interactions with the medical system and insurance companies can be exhausting and traumatic. Pain and illness can play a big part in our relationship dynamics; creating challenges with the people we care about most who want to help but don't seem to understand or know how.
Chronic pain and illness can have a significant impact on the lives of those living with it. They can take a toll on mental and emotional wellbeing, relationships, and the way we feel about ourselves. People often describe feeling frustrated with their body, unable to keep up with day to day tasks, or anxious for when they may feel unwell again. Interactions with the medical system and insurance companies can be exhausting and traumatic. Pain and illness can play a big part in our relationship dynamics; creating challenges with the people we care about most who want to help but don't seem to understand or know how.
(201) 383-6279 View (201) 383-6279
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Laura Ford
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
As a therapist, I aim to help you navigate challenges and gain a deeper understanding of yourself by examining behavioral patterns, developing coping skills, and integrating mindfulness. I offer a warm and nonjudgmental space in which we work collaboratively, building upon your strengths and helping you realize your full potential.
As a therapist, I aim to help you navigate challenges and gain a deeper understanding of yourself by examining behavioral patterns, developing coping skills, and integrating mindfulness. I offer a warm and nonjudgmental space in which we work collaboratively, building upon your strengths and helping you realize your full potential.
(646) 907-6927 View (646) 907-6927
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Veronica Vaiti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CCATP
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10463
Experiencing stress or strain in your relationship with a loved one or yourself? Feeling unfulfilled or stuck in a rut and your communication styles & habits aren't helping much? Wondering if things are workable and unsure what or who can help? While no relationship is perfect, it is possible to improve the overall quality and strength of your relationships and I'd be honored to help. I work with couples, families & individuals. By working in an insightful and clear, intelligent and emotionally safe and balanced way, relationships can be an incredible vehicle for growth and fulfillment in life.
Experiencing stress or strain in your relationship with a loved one or yourself? Feeling unfulfilled or stuck in a rut and your communication styles & habits aren't helping much? Wondering if things are workable and unsure what or who can help? While no relationship is perfect, it is possible to improve the overall quality and strength of your relationships and I'd be honored to help. I work with couples, families & individuals. By working in an insightful and clear, intelligent and emotionally safe and balanced way, relationships can be an incredible vehicle for growth and fulfillment in life.
(718) 569-8481 View (718) 569-8481
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Leslie Robert Blumgold
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463
I provide client centered motivational interviewing. Due to our current state of affairs, I am also supporting individuals struggling with isolation and medical concerns due to pandemic, as well as emerging from this crisis. I have extensive experience with family/adolescent, LGBTQIA+, HIV, geriatric population, drug treatment, sex/food addiction, formally incarcerated/legally involved, and life-coaching and long-term counseling. Excellent engagement skills and outcomes. In field for 20 years. Providing in/out of home counseling, as well as telehealth services. I am a highly supportive, working with and towards your unique goals.
I provide client centered motivational interviewing. Due to our current state of affairs, I am also supporting individuals struggling with isolation and medical concerns due to pandemic, as well as emerging from this crisis. I have extensive experience with family/adolescent, LGBTQIA+, HIV, geriatric population, drug treatment, sex/food addiction, formally incarcerated/legally involved, and life-coaching and long-term counseling. Excellent engagement skills and outcomes. In field for 20 years. Providing in/out of home counseling, as well as telehealth services. I am a highly supportive, working with and towards your unique goals.
(646) 496-2032 View (646) 496-2032
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Mark Cutolo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
Life is challenging, and sometimes we need extra support to help cope with life's difficulties. Whether you're looking for someone to talk about life's big questions (Who am I? Why am I here? What ought I to do? What meaning can be found in the universe?) or to feel relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, we can work together to help you meet your therapy goals. Since entering the social work field, I’ve worked with diverse populations in community mental health clinics, nonprofits, research centers, colleges, and hospitals, and have particular experience working with LGBTQ people and college-age students.
Life is challenging, and sometimes we need extra support to help cope with life's difficulties. Whether you're looking for someone to talk about life's big questions (Who am I? Why am I here? What ought I to do? What meaning can be found in the universe?) or to feel relief from symptoms of depression, anxiety, and stress, we can work together to help you meet your therapy goals. Since entering the social work field, I’ve worked with diverse populations in community mental health clinics, nonprofits, research centers, colleges, and hospitals, and have particular experience working with LGBTQ people and college-age students.
(718) 865-3703 View (718) 865-3703
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Don Appel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverdale, NY 10463
I provide in-person sessions. If you are stressed, anxious, depressed, traumatized, or if you have an unsatisfying relationship, we can explore your unique needs for healing and happiness. In addition, I am compassionate, mature, and supportive and I offer a wide variety of counseling services to both individuals and couples. I offer clinical hypnosis to address various issues such as smoking, weight control, pain management, and phobias. I feel that anyone seeking therapy is demonstrating great strength and courage. I will be with you every step of the way as we explore your path to fulfillment, wellness, and happiness
I provide in-person sessions. If you are stressed, anxious, depressed, traumatized, or if you have an unsatisfying relationship, we can explore your unique needs for healing and happiness. In addition, I am compassionate, mature, and supportive and I offer a wide variety of counseling services to both individuals and couples. I offer clinical hypnosis to address various issues such as smoking, weight control, pain management, and phobias. I feel that anyone seeking therapy is demonstrating great strength and courage. I will be with you every step of the way as we explore your path to fulfillment, wellness, and happiness
(917) 809-7496 View (917) 809-7496
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Hannah Barbash
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I help individuals, couples and families understand their current circumstances in order to make changes that will have lasting, positive effects. Among the issues with which I have experience and success are depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationships. I also have extensive experience with children and adolescents experiencing learning, social, emotional and biologically driven issues.
As a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, I help individuals, couples and families understand their current circumstances in order to make changes that will have lasting, positive effects. Among the issues with which I have experience and success are depression, anxiety, life transitions and relationships. I also have extensive experience with children and adolescents experiencing learning, social, emotional and biologically driven issues.
(914) 825-4113 View (914) 825-4113
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Dr. Elvira Acosta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
Are you an adolescent having self esteem issues? A parent in need of support? An adult with a mood disorder, or simply trying to manage life transitions?
Are you an adolescent having self esteem issues? A parent in need of support? An adult with a mood disorder, or simply trying to manage life transitions?
(718) 795-2863 View (718) 795-2863
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Michele Wagreich
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Riverdale, NY 10463
Taking the step to seek treatment is incredibly brave but can be daunting; clients can expect that I will be a warm, active participant who is honored to guide them through the process. I work with children, teens, and adults to explore how elements of their histories may contribute to their current concerns and interfere with their ability to thrive. My specialization is in loss and trauma but I also treat anxiety, mood instability, parenting, and relationship issues. Clients at times have difficulty connecting with others or achieving their goals; I frequently integrate various tools and techniques to best help each individual.
Taking the step to seek treatment is incredibly brave but can be daunting; clients can expect that I will be a warm, active participant who is honored to guide them through the process. I work with children, teens, and adults to explore how elements of their histories may contribute to their current concerns and interfere with their ability to thrive. My specialization is in loss and trauma but I also treat anxiety, mood instability, parenting, and relationship issues. Clients at times have difficulty connecting with others or achieving their goals; I frequently integrate various tools and techniques to best help each individual.
(929) 552-3451 View (929) 552-3451
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Alidra Solday
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverdale, NY 10463
Are you suffering from stress, anxiety or trauma? Are your relationships problematic? Do you have health issues or are in a spiritual crisis? Through my holistic approach, with attention to the mind and body connection, you will deepen your capacity for self reflection and understanding, liberate your creativity and ability to communicate effectively and develop your innate self healing ability. With warmth and empathy we will work on nurturing your mind, body and spirit so that you can gain insight, and find solutions that work best for you that allow you to live your life to the fullest.
Are you suffering from stress, anxiety or trauma? Are your relationships problematic? Do you have health issues or are in a spiritual crisis? Through my holistic approach, with attention to the mind and body connection, you will deepen your capacity for self reflection and understanding, liberate your creativity and ability to communicate effectively and develop your innate self healing ability. With warmth and empathy we will work on nurturing your mind, body and spirit so that you can gain insight, and find solutions that work best for you that allow you to live your life to the fullest.
(646) 679-6762 View (646) 679-6762
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Bhava Therapy Group
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CCATP
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463
Searching for the best therapist can be overwhelming, we can help simplify this process for you. We are a group of down to earth, professionally trained, and compassionate therapists, who come from various backgrounds and cultures, and who can help you with your needs. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, life changes and transitions, feeling depressed or stuck, or experiencing challenges in your most important relationships, our team of therapists at Bhava Therapy Group are here to help you.
Searching for the best therapist can be overwhelming, we can help simplify this process for you. We are a group of down to earth, professionally trained, and compassionate therapists, who come from various backgrounds and cultures, and who can help you with your needs. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, life changes and transitions, feeling depressed or stuck, or experiencing challenges in your most important relationships, our team of therapists at Bhava Therapy Group are here to help you.
(646) 389-5801 View (646) 389-5801
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Jenna Fabrizio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
Perhaps you're at a crossroads, struggling through a transitional life stage, battling to overachieve & succeed, while also beating yourself up about every thing. My clients often look like college students, young adult professionals, new parents, or men/women struggling in their romantic relationships. Some may be dealing with current or past traumas, general anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress management, and/or low self confidence as well. From the outside everything may "look fine" while inside they are battling to keep their heads above water. If you see yourself in any of these scenarios please reach out and let's talk!
Perhaps you're at a crossroads, struggling through a transitional life stage, battling to overachieve & succeed, while also beating yourself up about every thing. My clients often look like college students, young adult professionals, new parents, or men/women struggling in their romantic relationships. Some may be dealing with current or past traumas, general anxiety, panic attacks, depression, stress management, and/or low self confidence as well. From the outside everything may "look fine" while inside they are battling to keep their heads above water. If you see yourself in any of these scenarios please reach out and let's talk!
(843) 865-2895 View (843) 865-2895
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Paul Moglia
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463
The most therapeutic element in psychotherapy is the relationship between us. You invite me into your interior self which is a special, even sacred, place hiring me as a guide during this phase of your life's journey. Ultimately, our goal is to do things better by initiating new ways of being or putting aside some of the old. Therapy is not escape; it is not blame. It is about better facing the challenges of life, helping ourselves find our way through where we now are, and sometimes it's also about finding our way back to ourselves.
The most therapeutic element in psychotherapy is the relationship between us. You invite me into your interior self which is a special, even sacred, place hiring me as a guide during this phase of your life's journey. Ultimately, our goal is to do things better by initiating new ways of being or putting aside some of the old. Therapy is not escape; it is not blame. It is about better facing the challenges of life, helping ourselves find our way through where we now are, and sometimes it's also about finding our way back to ourselves.
(914) 228-1288 View (914) 228-1288
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Angela Montague
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463
"Hope is the little voice you hear whisper "maybe" when it seems the whole world is saying "no". (Anonymous) Therapy is an opportunity to reflect on your life, recognize your strengths and challenges and realize the happiness you deserve. Understanding yourself and knowing what's important to living your best life can be achieved through individual and/or group support. In a safe supportive environment with an experienced clinician, whispers of "maybe", can be transformed into a thunderous "yes I can".
"Hope is the little voice you hear whisper "maybe" when it seems the whole world is saying "no". (Anonymous) Therapy is an opportunity to reflect on your life, recognize your strengths and challenges and realize the happiness you deserve. Understanding yourself and knowing what's important to living your best life can be achieved through individual and/or group support. In a safe supportive environment with an experienced clinician, whispers of "maybe", can be transformed into a thunderous "yes I can".
(917) 746-6402 View (917) 746-6402
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J. ovalles psychotherapist
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC-G
Verified Verified
Bronx, NY 10463  (Online Only)
You are not alone. I'm here to guide you to get solutions to deal with your symptoms of depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma, anger management, suicidal ideation, substance abuse and other symptoms that you might be facing in your life.
You are not alone. I'm here to guide you to get solutions to deal with your symptoms of depression, anxiety, attention deficit disorder, post traumatic stress disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma, anger management, suicidal ideation, substance abuse and other symptoms that you might be facing in your life.
(347) 515-6017 View (347) 515-6017

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.