Chronic Illness Therapists in 74133
Jason L. Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74133
I believe the therapeutic relationship can be both healing and empowering for individuals. I use a cognitive behavioral, strength-based approach to alleviate the effects of trauma and assist individuals to reaching their goal. As we go through life, we must learn to navigate through traumatic events such as the impact of life-threatening illnesses, childhood abuse, and other traumatic occurrences. Often traumatic experiences change our way of life forcing us to define a “New Normal”; I will provide therapeutic support to combat issues such as anxiety, depression, frustration, and trauma.
I believe the therapeutic relationship can be both healing and empowering for individuals. I use a cognitive behavioral, strength-based approach to alleviate the effects of trauma and assist individuals to reaching their goal. As we go through life, we must learn to navigate through traumatic events such as the impact of life-threatening illnesses, childhood abuse, and other traumatic occurrences. Often traumatic experiences change our way of life forcing us to define a “New Normal”; I will provide therapeutic support to combat issues such as anxiety, depression, frustration, and trauma.
Christy Jelsing DURBIN
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPCS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74133 (Online Only)
Christy has experience in working with individuals, couples, children, and families. She has a passion for working with cancer patients or those with terminal illness, as well as a passion for resolving and avoiding compassion fatigue among health care workers, and educating the public on how to best serve the whole person during the wellness journey. She has spoken at numerous conferences on topics including reducing stress, optimizing your health, and the mind-body connection. Christy offers individual therapy and couples counseling via telehealth so that you can get help from the comfort of your own home or workplace.
Christy has experience in working with individuals, couples, children, and families. She has a passion for working with cancer patients or those with terminal illness, as well as a passion for resolving and avoiding compassion fatigue among health care workers, and educating the public on how to best serve the whole person during the wellness journey. She has spoken at numerous conferences on topics including reducing stress, optimizing your health, and the mind-body connection. Christy offers individual therapy and couples counseling via telehealth so that you can get help from the comfort of your own home or workplace.
Jenifer L Nold
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Tulsa, OK 74133
I believe the deepest human longing is to be known and loved. It is through connection we find fulfillment and satisfaction in life. Often, our adverse life experiences cause fear, anxiety, anger, shame, and confusion, which rob us of authentic relationships. It is my passion and life's commitment to support and assist others in finding their path of freedom so that they may live a rich and deeply connected life with those they love. Together we will explore and process what obstacles may be keeping the client from reaching goals, feeling stuck, and fully living.
I believe the deepest human longing is to be known and loved. It is through connection we find fulfillment and satisfaction in life. Often, our adverse life experiences cause fear, anxiety, anger, shame, and confusion, which rob us of authentic relationships. It is my passion and life's commitment to support and assist others in finding their path of freedom so that they may live a rich and deeply connected life with those they love. Together we will explore and process what obstacles may be keeping the client from reaching goals, feeling stuck, and fully living.
Christine A Monteith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LADC/MH
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74133
I am a LCSW and LADC/MH providing therapy in the Tulsa Metro at Strength of Mind Behavioral Health. I focus on meeting a client where they are and walking with them as a partner to aid in addressing barriers, challenges, and developing healthy coping strategies. My approach is one of non-judgment that empowers clients to confidently interact with their world and learning how to balance emotion and reason. I ask that my clients come open and willing to explore the treatment process together, as a team, so we might identify barriers and work to overcome them, therapeutically.
I am a LCSW and LADC/MH providing therapy in the Tulsa Metro at Strength of Mind Behavioral Health. I focus on meeting a client where they are and walking with them as a partner to aid in addressing barriers, challenges, and developing healthy coping strategies. My approach is one of non-judgment that empowers clients to confidently interact with their world and learning how to balance emotion and reason. I ask that my clients come open and willing to explore the treatment process together, as a team, so we might identify barriers and work to overcome them, therapeutically.
Rebecca Clinton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74133 (Online Only)
Hello! It's so nice to meet you! I know reaching out for help is not easy and I want to applaud your strength in beginning this journey. My practice is solely online! What does this mean for you? No commute, No parking, and no awkward waiting rooms. We meet via a secure HIPAA compliant connection either through video, audio, chat or direct messaging. I have been practicing in the online format for many years and see how revolutionary it is to counseling. Sometimes life gets messy and we get a little off track. It is in these moments that I find my greatest reward as a therapist by empowering others to find peace in the chaos.
Hello! It's so nice to meet you! I know reaching out for help is not easy and I want to applaud your strength in beginning this journey. My practice is solely online! What does this mean for you? No commute, No parking, and no awkward waiting rooms. We meet via a secure HIPAA compliant connection either through video, audio, chat or direct messaging. I have been practicing in the online format for many years and see how revolutionary it is to counseling. Sometimes life gets messy and we get a little off track. It is in these moments that I find my greatest reward as a therapist by empowering others to find peace in the chaos.
Al Carlozzi Center for Counseling
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Tulsa, OK 74133
Resilience: The ability or capacity to recover quickly and adapt in the face of adversity, trauma, and stress. As we all face times of unprecedented stress and anxiety, improving our ability to resilient has never been so important. At the Al Carlozzi Center for Counseling at OSU-Tulsa, our mission is to provide affirming, compassionate care for a variety of presenting concerns. We value and embrace diversity and are dedicated to providing services that acknowledge the negative impact of oppression and discrimination on mental health.
Resilience: The ability or capacity to recover quickly and adapt in the face of adversity, trauma, and stress. As we all face times of unprecedented stress and anxiety, improving our ability to resilient has never been so important. At the Al Carlozzi Center for Counseling at OSU-Tulsa, our mission is to provide affirming, compassionate care for a variety of presenting concerns. We value and embrace diversity and are dedicated to providing services that acknowledge the negative impact of oppression and discrimination on mental health.
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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.