Chronic Illness Therapists in 13760
Jillian Beloch
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Endicott, NY 13760 (Online Only)
Hi, I'm Jillian! I'm a therapist committed to creating an affirming and inviting environment for the folks I work with. I've been practicing since 2017, and enjoy working with members of the LGBTQIA+ Community. If you've found yourself feeling stressed, anxious, going through a change or transition, or looking to process some big feelings, then you've already taken one of the most challenging steps in seeking out therapy. I do my best to create a space where you can be yourself, open up, and we can even have the occasional laugh together. I'm glad you're here, and am looking forward to working together.
Hi, I'm Jillian! I'm a therapist committed to creating an affirming and inviting environment for the folks I work with. I've been practicing since 2017, and enjoy working with members of the LGBTQIA+ Community. If you've found yourself feeling stressed, anxious, going through a change or transition, or looking to process some big feelings, then you've already taken one of the most challenging steps in seeking out therapy. I do my best to create a space where you can be yourself, open up, and we can even have the occasional laugh together. I'm glad you're here, and am looking forward to working together.
Erin A Marean
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Endicott, NY 13760
Throughout my career I have worked with a wide range of people with varying presenting issues. Many of my clients need help addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition issues and relationship issues. I find it has worked best to connect with client's by building a relationship which allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your needs.
Throughout my career I have worked with a wide range of people with varying presenting issues. Many of my clients need help addressing anxiety, depression, trauma, life transition issues and relationship issues. I find it has worked best to connect with client's by building a relationship which allows me to tailor my therapeutic approach to meet your needs.
Angelina Blasich
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Endicott, NY 13760
Life can feel deeply overwhelming and struggles at times seem insurmountable. Grief, depression, anxiety, outside expectations, and other mental health challenges can make it difficult to identify and experience life's joys. I seek to serve people who have been marginalized/othered or felt uncomfortable with traditional therapy: People who identify as LGBTQIA, BIPOC, polyamorous individuals/families, people living with physical, intellectual, or developmental disability, and those living with chronic and severe mental illness.
Life can feel deeply overwhelming and struggles at times seem insurmountable. Grief, depression, anxiety, outside expectations, and other mental health challenges can make it difficult to identify and experience life's joys. I seek to serve people who have been marginalized/othered or felt uncomfortable with traditional therapy: People who identify as LGBTQIA, BIPOC, polyamorous individuals/families, people living with physical, intellectual, or developmental disability, and those living with chronic and severe mental illness.
Kris Marks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Endicott, NY 13760
Not accepting new clients
Therapeutic areas of focus include life transitions, anxiety and depression. I have specialty areas that include coping with new, chronic, or terminal illness, as well as grief work. Recent areas of clinical development include somatic work, trauma informed yoga, numerous trainings for LBGTQ+ and consensual non-monogamy/ethical non-monogamy and polyamory.
Therapeutic areas of focus include life transitions, anxiety and depression. I have specialty areas that include coping with new, chronic, or terminal illness, as well as grief work. Recent areas of clinical development include somatic work, trauma informed yoga, numerous trainings for LBGTQ+ and consensual non-monogamy/ethical non-monogamy and polyamory.
Virginia Anne Bronson Msed Lcswr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Endicott, NY 13760
Not accepting new clients
Hello. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist, having graduate degrees in both Social Work and Counseling Education. My prior experience was in schools for 3 years, a mental health clinic 12 yrs and private practice 11 yrs. I have gained experience with people of all ages, having personal/mental health issues of varying degrees, from mild depression/anxiety to serious mental health illnesses. Besides counseling individuals, I also counsel couples and families. My emphasis is in helping to create or maintain positive emotional health in my clients...to see the proverbial glass as half full rather than as half empty.
Hello. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist, having graduate degrees in both Social Work and Counseling Education. My prior experience was in schools for 3 years, a mental health clinic 12 yrs and private practice 11 yrs. I have gained experience with people of all ages, having personal/mental health issues of varying degrees, from mild depression/anxiety to serious mental health illnesses. Besides counseling individuals, I also counsel couples and families. My emphasis is in helping to create or maintain positive emotional health in my clients...to see the proverbial glass as half full rather than as half empty.
Jill Van Pelt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Endicott, NY 13760
Not accepting new clients
I have been a clinical social worker since 2001 and first began to provide counseling when I was a graduate student. I have worked with hundreds of adult and adolescent clients of all ages since then who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, impact of childhood trauma on adult functioning/relationships, bipolar disorder and those living with chronic mental and physical health issues. I can help you help yourself to finally feel better using techniques derived from solution-focused, cognitive-behavior (CBT) and dialectical-behavior (DBT) therapies.
I have been a clinical social worker since 2001 and first began to provide counseling when I was a graduate student. I have worked with hundreds of adult and adolescent clients of all ages since then who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD, impact of childhood trauma on adult functioning/relationships, bipolar disorder and those living with chronic mental and physical health issues. I can help you help yourself to finally feel better using techniques derived from solution-focused, cognitive-behavior (CBT) and dialectical-behavior (DBT) therapies.
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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.