Therapists in 98020
Heather Fisher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MedFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
One of my specialties is working with families and individuals experiencing chronic illness and pain, cancer, and other medical issues.
First and foremost I believe that you are the expert on your life, not me. I will begin with openness about what you are bringing to counseling, respect for you and your family, curiosity about who you are and what you believe, as well as accountability to my power in the room. I emphasize the strengths I see in each individual and system and ask that you try on new perspectives and actions that may help you better reach your goals. I encourage you to draw on experiences from your past in order to help you better understand your current choices, feelings, and relationships.
One of my specialties is working with families and individuals experiencing chronic illness and pain, cancer, and other medical issues.
First and foremost I believe that you are the expert on your life, not me. I will begin with openness about what you are bringing to counseling, respect for you and your family, curiosity about who you are and what you believe, as well as accountability to my power in the room. I emphasize the strengths I see in each individual and system and ask that you try on new perspectives and actions that may help you better reach your goals. I encourage you to draw on experiences from your past in order to help you better understand your current choices, feelings, and relationships.
Paulette M Caswell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020
Waitlist for new clients
I know life is complicated and you would not be seeking therapy if you were not in one of those complicated moments in life, whether it be about a relationship with your spouse, your child or simply with yourself. My goal is to help you find a way to navigate those muddy waters and to make life not quite so rocky. I personally have a passion for parents and kids. I have worked in the field of child welfare and adoption and have seen the impact trauma has on the young and the old. I recognize how early childhood trauma impacts an individual throughout their life and impacts all relationships.
I know life is complicated and you would not be seeking therapy if you were not in one of those complicated moments in life, whether it be about a relationship with your spouse, your child or simply with yourself. My goal is to help you find a way to navigate those muddy waters and to make life not quite so rocky. I personally have a passion for parents and kids. I have worked in the field of child welfare and adoption and have seen the impact trauma has on the young and the old. I recognize how early childhood trauma impacts an individual throughout their life and impacts all relationships.
Dezryelle Clouse
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, YTT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonds, WA 98020 (Online Only)
Have you experienced childhood wounding that has led your to adopt patterns of behavior, such as people-pleasing, perfectionism, overachieving to ensure love and approval, and generally putting the needs of others before your own? Do you fear failure, set extremely high standards for yourself, worry that you will disappoint others, and engage in negative self-talk? Hi! I’m Dez. I am a holistic therapist who blends talk therapy with body-centered practices to help teens, adults, HSPs and women in leadership heal complex trauma, manage anxiety and perfectionism, cultivate meaningful relationships, and truly embody wellbeing.
Have you experienced childhood wounding that has led your to adopt patterns of behavior, such as people-pleasing, perfectionism, overachieving to ensure love and approval, and generally putting the needs of others before your own? Do you fear failure, set extremely high standards for yourself, worry that you will disappoint others, and engage in negative self-talk? Hi! I’m Dez. I am a holistic therapist who blends talk therapy with body-centered practices to help teens, adults, HSPs and women in leadership heal complex trauma, manage anxiety and perfectionism, cultivate meaningful relationships, and truly embody wellbeing.
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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.