Chronic Illness Therapists in Financial District, New York, NY

Hi, my name is Anna. I work with pre-teens, teens, and adults to find joy and playfulness, even amidst severe circumstances. I help my clients recognize their unconditional worth, to find their voices, and to validate their rich inner lives. My years of experience supporting families and children with acute and or chronic illness in inpatient pediatrics has greatly informed my approach to therapy in private practice. I see each person as having a unique story to tell, and meaning to made from all of their life experiences. Engaging creatively with these experiences can be incredibly healing, empowering, and beautiful.

As far back as I can remember I've always had an innate desire to help others and see their needs while being both patient and positive. This led me to a career in therapy and early on in this career I was fascinated with seeing the power of exposing people's inner strengths, allowing them a safe place to vent and work on coping skills. After a few years I continued to have a lingering feeling like I could be doing more for my clients. This led me to combine these existing techniques with a new theory called Emergence.

If there ever was a good time to "do" you, this is it. Research documents that social connection and emotional wellbeing play an important role in staving off recurrence and even reversing physical illness - said another way, your mental state can work both for or against your physical health. People come to see me to unpack emotions that've been weighing them down sometimes for years as well as to deal with the uncertainty they're feeling in the present. Perhaps this includes discovering a sense of purpose that has eluded them till now. I don’t just work to help people get out of pain: I work to help them thrive.

I am a licensed clinical social worker who believes in the power of understanding ones own story. I do not believe that you are “broken,” or that you need “fixing.” I use a combination of mindfulness, strength-based, and compassion-focused approaches to empower my clients to re-claim parts of their story and achieve self-acceptance. I strive to help clients interpret past experiences and to unburden emotional pain, which can improve your relationships, help you achieve your goals, and improve your overall quality of life.

Do you struggle with a chronic health condition that affects all aspects of your day-to-day life? Do you feel exhausted, overwhelmed, and worried that there is no light at the end of the tunnel? Have you had a provider gaslight you or insist that "it's all in your head?" Do you hope that your life will get better? More than ever, people with chronic illnesses are feeling frustrated by the countless treatments they have tried which have yielded little to no benefit. They have been dismissed by various providers, and have trying to find a new way in life. Getting better should not be so hard, and I am here to help you get going!

People often come to a therapist because they want to talk about being anxious, being lonely, feeling depressed, having difficulty in relationships, feeling stressed and burned out, or having a hard time taking care of themselves and others. I aim to help people to reduce symptoms (e.g., anxiety, pain) and, more generally, to engage in personal growth and to foster a more connected, meaningful life by focusing on mind and body wellness. I will work with you to help you cope more effectively; in doing so, I focus on your strengths and potential.

Asking for help is one of the strongest things you can do, but it can also be one of the hardest because of past experience of not being heard, believed, or supported. Extreme stressors, life transitions, and traumatic events - including new or ongoing health conditions - affect every aspect of our lives and can make relationships - with family, friends, colleagues, and even healthcare providers - very challenging. The impact of these events can make us feel isolated, misunderstood, and unsupported (even by the well-intentioned). They can also lead us to make choices we aren't proud of and limit our enjoyment of life in general.

I am Dr. Lara DiCarlo, a Licensed Clinical Psychologist. I have prioritized working with marginalized communities over the past decade as a psychotherapist. People most often come to me for concerns with anxiety, chronic illness, depression, identity, life transitions, perinatal period, and relationships (attachment, family, peer, romantic, sexual). I primarily offer individual therapy for late teens and adults of all ages, with a specialization in working with young adults. My approach is warm, engaging, empowering, and collaborative. I also offer appointments for gender affirming letters and personality/psychopathology assessment.

Transitioning to adulthood can be a confusing time where life goes from black and white to being extremely grey. Adulthood can bring up questions you have never asked yourself, leaving people feeling confused and out of control about who they are.

I work with clients to manage life transitions, heal from loss, gain insight into relational patterns, and improve coping skills. My goal is to help you find peace and improve your overall well-being while empowering you to make positive changes in your life. I have experience using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), EMDR, and Internal Family Systems (IFS) in my practice. One particular area I specialize in is providing support to individuals impacted by Type 1 diabetes. In addition, I have special expertise in trauma, sleep issues, parent coaching, and postpartum mental health.

It is important to have physical and mental well-being.Therapy is a process of self discovery and healing. I believe in the process and help people understand that we do it together. It takes time to work on one's issues but I believe in the process of growth and positive change. I help people recognize that you have to love oneself , feel you deserve to be happier and do the work to make that happen.I believe that people are survivors and can overcome obstacles. I look up insurance benefits for patients and do all billing to lessen patient worry over this. I provide telehealth therapy for those who work from home or are disabled

I have worked in a variety settings serving a diverse population of clients. Among these are, young adults , chronic illness patients , Veterans and the LGBTQ community. Life is often filled with challenges , transitions and change. Psychotherapy can help weather these storms in a way that is healthy and promotes individual growth. In my work, I assist clients in their personal quests for greater self acceptance and understanding . At times, this work can focus on changes in thought patterns and behaviors as well improving coping skills. When trauma and loss are creating obstacles to living a fulfilling life, I provide a trauma -informed and compassionate approach to care.

I take a thoughtful and caring approach to working together. The therapy is collaborative, and I aim to create a safe space to help you process trauma and address issues related to relationships, abuse, chronic illness, life and career concerns, identity, and creative expression. I also specialize in helping people recover from narcissistic abuse, religious trauma, and coercive control, including survivors of cultic abuse and high-demand groups.

With 9 years of dedicated experience as a social worker, I have had the privilege of supporting individuals through various life challenges. My commitment to helping others has led me to specialize in areas such as oncology, caregiver support, end-of-life care, bereavement and grief, anxiety, depression, and trauma.

I truly believe that the essence of being human is resiliency. We all have the ability to survive life’s difficulties, and with focused support and reflection, thriving is possible for anyone. I can help you navigate traumatic losses, self-defeating behaviors, and even exciting opportunities with a strength based perspective. I also believe that chemistry is essential and building on the therapist and client relationship leads to success.

Do you think your relationship with your parents needs adjustment? Have you found it challenging to assert your adulthood in their eyes? You might be noticing a shift in how you navigate life compared to past generations in your family. This new approach might lead to ongoing conflicts as you strive to assert yourself as an adult. Perhaps you've struggled to connect with a therapist and establish a genuine relationship with them. I'm here to offer authentic support in addressing these emotions. My aim is to empower you to advocate for yourself effectively. Together, we'll explore your needs and work on your communication skills.

Pursuing therapy is a courageous act because it is a process where you can grow and evolve. I like to think of therapy as a collaborative healing experience where we can work together to help improve the aspects of your life that are troublesome. I'll help you discover your untapped strengths and potential in the process. My hope is that you can feel empowered, increase your confidence, and develop a better understanding of yourself. The ultimate goal of working with me is not to be stuck in therapy, but to be able to live your life more fully!

I'm an artist, game designer, educator, and all around nerd. My practice focuses on students, helping/health professionals, and artists/creatives. Together we build resources around safety, joy, and ease to support the work.

I have 25 years experience working productively with people of diverse backgrounds, ages, and sexual orientations. Our job together is to identify dysfunctional patterns that contribute to—even perpetuate—your difficulties. The main focus of therapy is to remove inner and outer obstacles that prevent you from reaching your goals and having better relationships. Please note, after years of counseling and assessment in offices, I‘ve recently moved into a different space: video. Active listening in a safe, private setting is foundational to this work. I’ve learned that the catalytic elements of good therapy can thrive via video too.