Chronic Illness Therapists in Jefferson, NC
Erin Sesemann
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CBIS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jefferson, NC 28640
Waitlist for new clients
Welcome! My goal is to create an open, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you manage your situation and feelings while also exploring how to do things differently. We will work together to gain insight into your relationship dynamics, personality, commitment styles, beliefs, and family systems. My practice areas include: chronic health conditions/injuries, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals and families. I am currently scheduling new clients for the intern therapist at my practice for individual, couple, or family therapy which is offered from a sliding scale fee.
Welcome! My goal is to create an open, non-judgmental space where we can work together to help you manage your situation and feelings while also exploring how to do things differently. We will work together to gain insight into your relationship dynamics, personality, commitment styles, beliefs, and family systems. My practice areas include: chronic health conditions/injuries, depression, anxiety, trauma, and relationship issues. I work with individuals and families. I am currently scheduling new clients for the intern therapist at my practice for individual, couple, or family therapy which is offered from a sliding scale fee.
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If college is the best four years of your life, then why do you feel like this? Stressed and alone. Surrounded by people, but struggling to connect. Wanting love, but tired of the games and swiping. Scared of the real world, and still stuck with that vape habit and yoyo diet from high school. Or maybe you were so excited for parenthood, but not for this. This is so loud and hard and nothing like the pictures online. Life transitions - my favorites being college and parenthood - can shake you up and reveal cracks you never knew were there, but they can also shake you loose from your old habits so you can grow.
I am a graduate of Appalachian State University with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, and have been practicing since 2005. I specialize in work with individuals, couples, families and teens, and have a focus in systems theory and narrative therapy. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist. I prefer to work in collaboration with my clients to use the expertise that they have in their own lives to help find strategies that can help them build the life that they want.
I am a graduate of Appalachian State University with a Master of Arts in Marriage and Family Therapy, and have been practicing since 2005. I specialize in work with individuals, couples, families and teens, and have a focus in systems theory and narrative therapy. I am a LGBTQIA+ affirming therapist. I prefer to work in collaboration with my clients to use the expertise that they have in their own lives to help find strategies that can help them build the life that they want.
CH Therapy Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
West Jefferson, NC 28694
Not accepting new clients
When you are feeling overwhelmed by life, a therapist can help you. You know that you want to feel better - and be better for yourself and others - but when you have been doing the things that have always worked in the past and find they are not working now, it may be time to enlist the support of a therapist. I love to work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, sad, anxious, indecisive, or have any other painful emotion. Instead of feeling stuck, I want to help you feel empowered to move forward and help manage those painful feelings.
When you are feeling overwhelmed by life, a therapist can help you. You know that you want to feel better - and be better for yourself and others - but when you have been doing the things that have always worked in the past and find they are not working now, it may be time to enlist the support of a therapist. I love to work with people who feel overwhelmed, stuck, sad, anxious, indecisive, or have any other painful emotion. Instead of feeling stuck, I want to help you feel empowered to move forward and help manage those painful feelings.
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If you are finding yourself emotionally overwhelmed with managing diabetes, other autoimmune disorders or chronic illness (or you are a loved one is trying to cope), please contact me to find out what treatment approach might benefit you most.
My treatment focuses on people with chronic illness, trauma, especially people with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, other autoimmune disorders and those who love a person with chronic illness. If you are struggling adapting to a new diagnosis of diabetes, or with the rigors of long-standing diabetes self-management, you are not alone. Diabetes distress and burnout have been well-defined and are treatable. If you love someone with chronic illness, and you find it difficult to manage your anxiety or have burnout yourself, please consider psychotherapy.
If you are finding yourself emotionally overwhelmed with managing diabetes, other autoimmune disorders or chronic illness (or you are a loved one is trying to cope), please contact me to find out what treatment approach might benefit you most.
My treatment focuses on people with chronic illness, trauma, especially people with Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes, other autoimmune disorders and those who love a person with chronic illness. If you are struggling adapting to a new diagnosis of diabetes, or with the rigors of long-standing diabetes self-management, you are not alone. Diabetes distress and burnout have been well-defined and are treatable. If you love someone with chronic illness, and you find it difficult to manage your anxiety or have burnout yourself, please consider psychotherapy.
Samii Stephens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-A
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28210
Hi there! Thank you for taking the initiative to seek care for yourself or a loved one. Primarily, my areas of focus are treating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain/ chronic illness and mental health in athletes. I appreciate holistic/eclectic approaches to therapy but I enjoy being able to adapt treatment to the unique characteristics/needs of each client. My ideal client is someone who is eager to learn and explore new ways to manage their symptoms and enhance their overall quality of life. My hope is to be a support/teammate for you as you reach your goals, face obstacles and celebrate victories!
Hi there! Thank you for taking the initiative to seek care for yourself or a loved one. Primarily, my areas of focus are treating symptoms of anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain/ chronic illness and mental health in athletes. I appreciate holistic/eclectic approaches to therapy but I enjoy being able to adapt treatment to the unique characteristics/needs of each client. My ideal client is someone who is eager to learn and explore new ways to manage their symptoms and enhance their overall quality of life. My hope is to be a support/teammate for you as you reach your goals, face obstacles and celebrate victories!
Are you’re struggling with managing chronic illness, navigating the complexities of women's health issues spanning from birth trauma to menopause? Feeling crushed by the weight of relationship struggles, or simply burdened by daily anxiety, depression, or past traumas? You're not alone! It's natural to feel overwhelmed and isolated in the face of these hurdles. But you don't have to bear it all alone. We create a safe and supportive space, free from judgment, where you can openly share your deepest thoughts and emotions. We're dedicated to helping you achieve your desired goals for personal growth.
Are you’re struggling with managing chronic illness, navigating the complexities of women's health issues spanning from birth trauma to menopause? Feeling crushed by the weight of relationship struggles, or simply burdened by daily anxiety, depression, or past traumas? You're not alone! It's natural to feel overwhelmed and isolated in the face of these hurdles. But you don't have to bear it all alone. We create a safe and supportive space, free from judgment, where you can openly share your deepest thoughts and emotions. We're dedicated to helping you achieve your desired goals for personal growth.
My calling and expertise is to help women better manage anxiety, worry, and stress in order to cultivate and connect with their inner peace and joy. The pace of life seems to quicken with time, along with the multiple demands to be a good mom, wife, woman, and professional. It can seem impossible to find moments of rest and happiness while balancing “all of the things”. I have found that when women try to "do it all" it can lead to burnout, resentment, depression, and chronic illness. Are your nerves shot? Are you tired but wired? Are you struggling to reign-in unhealthy habits? You've come to the right place!
My calling and expertise is to help women better manage anxiety, worry, and stress in order to cultivate and connect with their inner peace and joy. The pace of life seems to quicken with time, along with the multiple demands to be a good mom, wife, woman, and professional. It can seem impossible to find moments of rest and happiness while balancing “all of the things”. I have found that when women try to "do it all" it can lead to burnout, resentment, depression, and chronic illness. Are your nerves shot? Are you tired but wired? Are you struggling to reign-in unhealthy habits? You've come to the right place!
I also specialize in working with chronic illness issues, singleness and career counseling.
I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, a wide range of relationship issues (including marital, pre-marital, divorce and singleness), chronic illness, grief and also offer career assessment and counseling. I combine a practical, problem solving approach with a focus on the client's emotional and family history to facilitate greater insight for the client as we collaborate to bring balance and wholeness to that client's life. In my many years of practice, I have been on staff at a university counseling center, a large private practice and currently am with a ministry-based counseling center.
I also specialize in working with chronic illness issues, singleness and career counseling.
I work with clients who are experiencing depression, anxiety, a wide range of relationship issues (including marital, pre-marital, divorce and singleness), chronic illness, grief and also offer career assessment and counseling. I combine a practical, problem solving approach with a focus on the client's emotional and family history to facilitate greater insight for the client as we collaborate to bring balance and wholeness to that client's life. In my many years of practice, I have been on staff at a university counseling center, a large private practice and currently am with a ministry-based counseling center.
Deidre Montgomery
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Winston Salem, NC 27101
Outside of my focus areas, I have experience working with bipolar disorder, substance use, depression, grief, trauma, borderline personality disorder, chronic illness/pain, children, teens, young adults, older adults, and low-income.
Seeking therapeutic counseling can be challenging for any number of reasons, from being ready to take the first step on your mental health journey to finding a therapist that's right for you. Wherever you are on your path, I aim to provide a comforting, non-judgmental environment where you feel heard, valued, and comfortable being yourself. Therapy is collaborative work with your goals as the focus. The number of different therapeutic treatments out there may be overwhelming, but I can help you find what works. No matter who you are, I will work with you to reach your next step and grow while you decide what we are working towards.
Outside of my focus areas, I have experience working with bipolar disorder, substance use, depression, grief, trauma, borderline personality disorder, chronic illness/pain, children, teens, young adults, older adults, and low-income.
Seeking therapeutic counseling can be challenging for any number of reasons, from being ready to take the first step on your mental health journey to finding a therapist that's right for you. Wherever you are on your path, I aim to provide a comforting, non-judgmental environment where you feel heard, valued, and comfortable being yourself. Therapy is collaborative work with your goals as the focus. The number of different therapeutic treatments out there may be overwhelming, but I can help you find what works. No matter who you are, I will work with you to reach your next step and grow while you decide what we are working towards.
Aleasha A Mitchell
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
High Point, NC 27262
Whether you are struggling with chronic illness, sleep deprivation or your child is not performing at school due to behavioral concerns, I am here to guide and support your journey in finding complete health (mind, body, and spirit) that will guide you to the life you were created to live!.
Where do I begin? How often have we found ourselves battling with this question? So much of our time and energy is centered among all the wrong things transpiring in our world. We often can’t even touch base with a glimpse of hope because worry, anxiety, fear, and distress suffocate our existence. When asked the question, “How are you today?” have you ever felt the weight of so much despair that you can rarely designate one response to fulfill the depths and brutal truth of, “not good.” Well, you’re not alone.
Whether you are struggling with chronic illness, sleep deprivation or your child is not performing at school due to behavioral concerns, I am here to guide and support your journey in finding complete health (mind, body, and spirit) that will guide you to the life you were created to live!.
Where do I begin? How often have we found ourselves battling with this question? So much of our time and energy is centered among all the wrong things transpiring in our world. We often can’t even touch base with a glimpse of hope because worry, anxiety, fear, and distress suffocate our existence. When asked the question, “How are you today?” have you ever felt the weight of so much despair that you can rarely designate one response to fulfill the depths and brutal truth of, “not good.” Well, you’re not alone.
Lucyna Sonek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPsych, MA, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boone, NC 28607 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating emotional dysfunctions, addictions, ADHD, relational problems, gender issues as well as the challenges related to chronic illness/pain including depression, bipolar, anxiety, social phobia, OCD, behavioral compulsions, self-harming, low self esteem, anger, domestic violence, parenting, sexual issues, low motivation, online addiction, gambling, substance abuse, smoking.
I strive to assist distressed individuals in regulating emotions, improving mood, cultivating positive thinking, changing unproductive behaviors, and in creating wellness, life satisfaction, and self-acceptance. By exploring and identifying unique, personal thinking patterns, challenges, needs, and strengths we work in therapy to promote the meaning in life, responsibility, and the pursuit of genuineness and the best in self, life and relationships. My approach is compassionate, backed by extensive training and I have over 30 years of experience in education, community service, and psychotherapy with children, students, adults, couples, families, and groups.
I specialize in treating emotional dysfunctions, addictions, ADHD, relational problems, gender issues as well as the challenges related to chronic illness/pain including depression, bipolar, anxiety, social phobia, OCD, behavioral compulsions, self-harming, low self esteem, anger, domestic violence, parenting, sexual issues, low motivation, online addiction, gambling, substance abuse, smoking.
I strive to assist distressed individuals in regulating emotions, improving mood, cultivating positive thinking, changing unproductive behaviors, and in creating wellness, life satisfaction, and self-acceptance. By exploring and identifying unique, personal thinking patterns, challenges, needs, and strengths we work in therapy to promote the meaning in life, responsibility, and the pursuit of genuineness and the best in self, life and relationships. My approach is compassionate, backed by extensive training and I have over 30 years of experience in education, community service, and psychotherapy with children, students, adults, couples, families, and groups.
Audrey Amir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fletcher, NC 28732
Other areas of focus include chronic illness, medical trauma, and managing grief and isolation.
Being a person can be hard. Living a life that best suits you as an individual is a work in progress. Along the way, there are undoubtedly challenges. Sometimes, our experiences leave us confused, overwhelmed, and in need of some support. As a therapist, my role is to help understand where you’ve been, where you’d like to go, and help you get there. It’s possible to move from getting by to feeling you have agency over your own life and choices. I specialize in working with challenging life events such as trauma, major life changes, relationship distress, and chronic illnesses. I also work with C-PTSD and Narcissistic Abuse recovery.
Other areas of focus include chronic illness, medical trauma, and managing grief and isolation.
Being a person can be hard. Living a life that best suits you as an individual is a work in progress. Along the way, there are undoubtedly challenges. Sometimes, our experiences leave us confused, overwhelmed, and in need of some support. As a therapist, my role is to help understand where you’ve been, where you’d like to go, and help you get there. It’s possible to move from getting by to feeling you have agency over your own life and choices. I specialize in working with challenging life events such as trauma, major life changes, relationship distress, and chronic illnesses. I also work with C-PTSD and Narcissistic Abuse recovery.
Jennifer Kline
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS, NCC
Verified Verified
Huntersville, NC 28078
Waitlist for new clients
My experience has also lead me to focus on treating those with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, life transitions, family conflict, and relationship issues.
Pause, and take a breath. You are where you need to be in this moment, present and safe. We often struggle with a void, a deep emptiness we often cannot explain. It leaves us feeling like we aren't good enough, unworthy, or alone. It’s time to quiet that voice. You no longer need to suffer alone. I am here to help you find serenity, strength, hope, and courage within yourself. Those demons you have kept inside deserve to be heard, processed, and understood. Let’s work together so you may find authenticity and peace within yourself.
My experience has also lead me to focus on treating those with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, life transitions, family conflict, and relationship issues.
Pause, and take a breath. You are where you need to be in this moment, present and safe. We often struggle with a void, a deep emptiness we often cannot explain. It leaves us feeling like we aren't good enough, unworthy, or alone. It’s time to quiet that voice. You no longer need to suffer alone. I am here to help you find serenity, strength, hope, and courage within yourself. Those demons you have kept inside deserve to be heard, processed, and understood. Let’s work together so you may find authenticity and peace within yourself.
Evolution You, PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LISW-CP, FSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28205 (Online Only)
Seeking help with aging, chronic illness, or caregiving can be tough.
If you’re a woman feeling weighed down by depression, especially because of chronic illness or the loss of independence that comes with aging, or if you’re a caregiver dealing with stress, burnout, and the struggle to take care of yourself, you’re not alone. It’s easy to feel isolated and frustrated as you face these tough changes. You might be hoping to find relief from these heavy emotions, regain a sense of control, and improve your quality of life. Getting compassionate support can really make a difference, helping you manage these challenges, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.
Seeking help with aging, chronic illness, or caregiving can be tough.
If you’re a woman feeling weighed down by depression, especially because of chronic illness or the loss of independence that comes with aging, or if you’re a caregiver dealing with stress, burnout, and the struggle to take care of yourself, you’re not alone. It’s easy to feel isolated and frustrated as you face these tough changes. You might be hoping to find relief from these heavy emotions, regain a sense of control, and improve your quality of life. Getting compassionate support can really make a difference, helping you manage these challenges, set healthy boundaries, and reconnect with a sense of purpose.
I am a sole practitioner who provides a safe, comfortable space for all individuals. I utilize a personalized approach to work with individuals, couples and families in finding their path to healthier mind, body and family dynamics. I work with individuals, couples and families suffering from depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, postpartum depression, substance use disorders, career counseling, fertility issues, grief and loss, chronic pain and/or chronic illness like autoimmune disorders. My goal is to help all clients find their path and their voice in their lives. I can also utilize video appointments.
I am a sole practitioner who provides a safe, comfortable space for all individuals. I utilize a personalized approach to work with individuals, couples and families in finding their path to healthier mind, body and family dynamics. I work with individuals, couples and families suffering from depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, postpartum depression, substance use disorders, career counseling, fertility issues, grief and loss, chronic pain and/or chronic illness like autoimmune disorders. My goal is to help all clients find their path and their voice in their lives. I can also utilize video appointments.
Nicole Heller
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Winston Salem, NC 27106 (Online Only)
I enjoy working with people with diabetes (and other chronic illnesses) to help to identify and manage the stress that chronic illness brings.
Seeking therapy is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength. Making your mental health a priority is one of the strongest things you can do for yourself. My number one goal as a therapist is to help you learn healthy ways to navigate difficult emotions and situations. Everyone needs and deserves a safe space to vent, brainstorm and ask for help without judgment. My job is to offer a different perspective to your current struggles and challenge you to build more effective ways of dealing with tough emotions & life changes.
I enjoy working with people with diabetes (and other chronic illnesses) to help to identify and manage the stress that chronic illness brings.
Seeking therapy is not a sign of weakness, it's a sign of strength. Making your mental health a priority is one of the strongest things you can do for yourself. My number one goal as a therapist is to help you learn healthy ways to navigate difficult emotions and situations. Everyone needs and deserves a safe space to vent, brainstorm and ask for help without judgment. My job is to offer a different perspective to your current struggles and challenge you to build more effective ways of dealing with tough emotions & life changes.
I work with clients who face a range of challenges, including stress; symptoms of anxiety and depression; adjustment to life transitions; grief and loss; relationship difficulties; chronic illness; trauma; and issues related to sexual and/or gender identity.
Sometimes in life we find ourselves feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed. When I work with clients, I strive to help them create the supportive, therapeutic ground from which they can find the stability and balance to move forward, heal, and grow. I applaud you for taking the first step in this process – reaching out for help.
I work with clients who face a range of challenges, including stress; symptoms of anxiety and depression; adjustment to life transitions; grief and loss; relationship difficulties; chronic illness; trauma; and issues related to sexual and/or gender identity.
Sometimes in life we find ourselves feeling stuck, anxious, or overwhelmed. When I work with clients, I strive to help them create the supportive, therapeutic ground from which they can find the stability and balance to move forward, heal, and grow. I applaud you for taking the first step in this process – reaching out for help.
Lauren Barker
Counselor, LCMHC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28209 (Online Only)
You might be struggling with an eating disorder/body image, anxiety, chronic illness, or trauma-or a mix of all of these! You might be a mental health provider seeking therapy for yourself or be working in another type of high stress job. Working through any of these concerns can be overwhelming and feel impossible to manage alone. Regardless of what brings you in, I aim to meet you where you're at and work as your partner to build coping skills, meaningful connections to yourself & others, and ultimately a life that you fully enjoy living.
You might be struggling with an eating disorder/body image, anxiety, chronic illness, or trauma-or a mix of all of these! You might be a mental health provider seeking therapy for yourself or be working in another type of high stress job. Working through any of these concerns can be overwhelming and feel impossible to manage alone. Regardless of what brings you in, I aim to meet you where you're at and work as your partner to build coping skills, meaningful connections to yourself & others, and ultimately a life that you fully enjoy living.
Sarah Bishop
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Charlotte, NC 28209 (Online Only)
We have all experienced life challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or disconnected. As a therapist, my passion in life is to partner with clients to support them in feeling empowered to live life more confidently. My goal is always to create a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where clients can feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings without filters. I love working with clients of all backgrounds who are coping with challenges due to neurodiversity, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more.
We have all experienced life challenges that leave us feeling overwhelmed, hopeless, or disconnected. As a therapist, my passion in life is to partner with clients to support them in feeling empowered to live life more confidently. My goal is always to create a warm, inclusive, and supportive environment where clients can feel safe to express their thoughts and feelings without filters. I love working with clients of all backgrounds who are coping with challenges due to neurodiversity, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, and more.
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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.