Chronic Illness Therapists in Watauga, TX
Chelsi Najera
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Watauga, TX 76148
Let's be honest life isn’t always easy. I am here to help you and/or your family work through some of life’s more challenging problems. I am here to focus on your needs first and your goals! I am focused on helping individuals, couples, or families who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, couple's issues, family issues, and overall issues, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I can help create a better communication and a deeper connection. I am focused and have plenty of experience on various issues with, Veterans and their families. You don't have to feel alone, I am ready to assist you.
Let's be honest life isn’t always easy. I am here to help you and/or your family work through some of life’s more challenging problems. I am here to focus on your needs first and your goals! I am focused on helping individuals, couples, or families who struggle with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, trauma, couple's issues, family issues, and overall issues, you should know that there is hope for a better tomorrow. I can help create a better communication and a deeper connection. I am focused and have plenty of experience on various issues with, Veterans and their families. You don't have to feel alone, I am ready to assist you.
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We all face difficult and confusing times. My goal is to assist clients in a confidential and compassionate environment by providing therapy services in the home. My specialties include issues of aging, grief and bereavement, chronic illness, and life transitions. I spent many years working as a hospice social worker. It was a natural transition to have a practice that comes to the client', hopefully with dignity and humor. I have a passion for senior issues and learn from my clients daily.
We all face difficult and confusing times. My goal is to assist clients in a confidential and compassionate environment by providing therapy services in the home. My specialties include issues of aging, grief and bereavement, chronic illness, and life transitions. I spent many years working as a hospice social worker. It was a natural transition to have a practice that comes to the client', hopefully with dignity and humor. I have a passion for senior issues and learn from my clients daily.
Christina Dawn Mecca-McClory
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76112 (Online Only)
Whether you are struggling with postpartum, have been diagnosed with a chronic illness, or have been on the path to wellness for decades, healing is possible with support, acceptance, and inner-work.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum, grieving, or a chronic illness? For over a decade I have helped planning, pregnant, and parenting women and teens of all ages process their inner traumas and develop deeper connections with themselves and those they care for the most. I also help women heal from dis-ease and reconnect with their bodies and their joyful purpose. As a holistic women's mental health practitioner and a reconnection therapist, my therapeutic approach combines personalized traditional talk therapy, somatic physical releases, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Whether you are struggling with postpartum, have been diagnosed with a chronic illness, or have been on the path to wellness for decades, healing is possible with support, acceptance, and inner-work.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum, grieving, or a chronic illness? For over a decade I have helped planning, pregnant, and parenting women and teens of all ages process their inner traumas and develop deeper connections with themselves and those they care for the most. I also help women heal from dis-ease and reconnect with their bodies and their joyful purpose. As a holistic women's mental health practitioner and a reconnection therapist, my therapeutic approach combines personalized traditional talk therapy, somatic physical releases, and mindfulness-based therapies.
Shawne Poplar
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCATP, CFTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Has anxiety, depression, or mental health concerns related to a chronic illness taken over your life? Enlisting support is an important first step! I offer evening and weekend appointments to accommodate those with busy schedules.
Others may think you have it together, but on the inside, you’re falling apart. It feels like you can’t keep up with life’s changes, but it’s so hard to ask for help! Life feels out of control, causing you to feel lost, overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and stuck. You are not alone! I help teens and young adults with anxiety, depression, and chronic illness build skills for life’s ups and downs. With therapy, you can recognize, navigate, and decrease anxiety symptoms. Together, we will foster your resiliency, coping skills, and master goals. anxiety can feel scary, but can feel manageable once you know how it works!
Has anxiety, depression, or mental health concerns related to a chronic illness taken over your life? Enlisting support is an important first step! I offer evening and weekend appointments to accommodate those with busy schedules.
Others may think you have it together, but on the inside, you’re falling apart. It feels like you can’t keep up with life’s changes, but it’s so hard to ask for help! Life feels out of control, causing you to feel lost, overwhelmed, unfulfilled, and stuck. You are not alone! I help teens and young adults with anxiety, depression, and chronic illness build skills for life’s ups and downs. With therapy, you can recognize, navigate, and decrease anxiety symptoms. Together, we will foster your resiliency, coping skills, and master goals. anxiety can feel scary, but can feel manageable once you know how it works!
I help adults and adolescents who are dealing with depression, anxiety, life stressors, chronic illness, and relationship concerns. Through my clinical work, I understand that living with mental health symptoms impacts everything one does in daily life. Sometimes the result might be irritability and sadness, while at other times things can feel overwhelming and anxiety inducing. With specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), health psychology and mood issues, I help clients identify their unique needs and establish achievable goals.
I help adults and adolescents who are dealing with depression, anxiety, life stressors, chronic illness, and relationship concerns. Through my clinical work, I understand that living with mental health symptoms impacts everything one does in daily life. Sometimes the result might be irritability and sadness, while at other times things can feel overwhelming and anxiety inducing. With specialized training in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), health psychology and mood issues, I help clients identify their unique needs and establish achievable goals.
Brighter Future for Children and Families
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76101 (Online Only)
Led by Mariana Marquez Vega, Brighter Future for Children and Families PLLC is a Fort Worth, Texas-based practice providing virtual therapy to individuals of all ages. The practice specializes in helping those diagnosed with PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, anger, borderline personality disorder or chronic illness gain the tools and guidance needed to effectively manage their mental health.
Led by Mariana Marquez Vega, Brighter Future for Children and Families PLLC is a Fort Worth, Texas-based practice providing virtual therapy to individuals of all ages. The practice specializes in helping those diagnosed with PTSD, ADHD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, anger, borderline personality disorder or chronic illness gain the tools and guidance needed to effectively manage their mental health.
Dr. Angela Stillman
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Southlake, TX 76092 (Online Only)
Struggling with stress, unhappiness, anxiety, or even chronic illness affecting your day-to-day life, relationships, and school or work? Are limiting beliefs and unhelpful subconscious programming keeping you from your goals and aspirations? Do you wonder if life could be better and feel more fulfilling? Your struggles are real and deserve attention! In addition to traditional 50 min therapy sessions, I offer 2-3 day virtual Intensive Therapeutic Programs (6-9 hrs) to help you kickstart your healing journey. This is a perfect fit for those who cannot necessarily commit to weekly therapy and desire expedited benefits from therapy.
Struggling with stress, unhappiness, anxiety, or even chronic illness affecting your day-to-day life, relationships, and school or work? Are limiting beliefs and unhelpful subconscious programming keeping you from your goals and aspirations? Do you wonder if life could be better and feel more fulfilling? Your struggles are real and deserve attention! In addition to traditional 50 min therapy sessions, I offer 2-3 day virtual Intensive Therapeutic Programs (6-9 hrs) to help you kickstart your healing journey. This is a perfect fit for those who cannot necessarily commit to weekly therapy and desire expedited benefits from therapy.
Sarah Rhoten
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate , MA, LPC-A
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Keller, TX 76248
Some of my specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, chronic illness/pain, grief and loss, caregiver burnout, relationship issues, self-esteem and self-worth, overeating/weight issues, stress management, spiritual concerns, financial problems, and career counseling.
As a therapist, I seek to empower my clients with the knowledge that they hold the key to their well being and help them develop the skills they need to access this ability on a daily basis. My compassion, empathy, and love of people along with my own life journey is what compelled me to enter the field of counseling. My primary theoretical model is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), combined with faith-based counseling. My counseling philosophy is from a holistic point of view addressing the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of a person. I also believe therapy must be tailored to the individual as no two people are the same.
Some of my specialties include depression, anxiety, trauma and abuse, chronic illness/pain, grief and loss, caregiver burnout, relationship issues, self-esteem and self-worth, overeating/weight issues, stress management, spiritual concerns, financial problems, and career counseling.
As a therapist, I seek to empower my clients with the knowledge that they hold the key to their well being and help them develop the skills they need to access this ability on a daily basis. My compassion, empathy, and love of people along with my own life journey is what compelled me to enter the field of counseling. My primary theoretical model is Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), combined with faith-based counseling. My counseling philosophy is from a holistic point of view addressing the mental, physical, and spiritual aspects of a person. I also believe therapy must be tailored to the individual as no two people are the same.
Alicia Wallace
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76103 (Online Only)
I work with a diverse array of clients, including active and retired military, police, and other first responders, as well as victim/survivors of trauma, chronic illness, substance use, and the LGBTQ+ population. I have skills for the variety of concerns that my populations encounter, including, complex PTSD, trauma, severe anxiety, adjustment, re-integration, communication, TBI/ABIs, phobias, substance use, and mood dysregulation. Most importantly, I work with clients that come how they are, how they can, and with everything they have.
I work with a diverse array of clients, including active and retired military, police, and other first responders, as well as victim/survivors of trauma, chronic illness, substance use, and the LGBTQ+ population. I have skills for the variety of concerns that my populations encounter, including, complex PTSD, trauma, severe anxiety, adjustment, re-integration, communication, TBI/ABIs, phobias, substance use, and mood dysregulation. Most importantly, I work with clients that come how they are, how they can, and with everything they have.
Amy Scott
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-A
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Southlake, TX 76092
Even if you're dealing with something long-term like a chronic illness, we can expand your capacity to cope and find joy in the midst of difficulty.
It is an honor to work with clients in their most vulnerable times, especially those struggling with eating disorders and women struggling with chronic illness, grief, life changes, divorce, and trauma (especially abuse and domestic violence). I can help you discover healing, strength and hope in whatever difficult circumstances you're in and have been through. So often, we are worried about taking care of others and feel guilty for taking care of ourselves... But you are worthy of this investment in yourself!
Even if you're dealing with something long-term like a chronic illness, we can expand your capacity to cope and find joy in the midst of difficulty.
It is an honor to work with clients in their most vulnerable times, especially those struggling with eating disorders and women struggling with chronic illness, grief, life changes, divorce, and trauma (especially abuse and domestic violence). I can help you discover healing, strength and hope in whatever difficult circumstances you're in and have been through. So often, we are worried about taking care of others and feel guilty for taking care of ourselves... But you are worthy of this investment in yourself!
Brenna Cleeland
Licensed Master Social Worker, MSW, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Grapevine, TX 76051
I work with PTSD/trauma, depression/anxiety, ADHD/neurodiversity, women's & gender issues, eating disorders, & chronic illness/chronic pain.
Hi, I’m Brenna! My passion for mental health comes from my own wellness journey around intergenerational family trauma & mental illness. I help clients explore where they’ve been, where they are, & where they’d like to go using a holistic, mind-body approach. I have a direct, engaging style that focuses on humor & empathy to build a warm, accepting therapeutic relationship. My goal is to empower clients to tell their story while using an intersectional lens & practicing unconditional high regard. I believe each client is the expert on themselves & strive to always practice cultural humility.
I work with PTSD/trauma, depression/anxiety, ADHD/neurodiversity, women's & gender issues, eating disorders, & chronic illness/chronic pain.
Hi, I’m Brenna! My passion for mental health comes from my own wellness journey around intergenerational family trauma & mental illness. I help clients explore where they’ve been, where they are, & where they’d like to go using a holistic, mind-body approach. I have a direct, engaging style that focuses on humor & empathy to build a warm, accepting therapeutic relationship. My goal is to empower clients to tell their story while using an intersectional lens & practicing unconditional high regard. I believe each client is the expert on themselves & strive to always practice cultural humility.
Lisa Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (Online Only)
I'm a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years experience specializing in crisis management, parenting issues, and chronic illness.
Are you dealing with crisis, parenting struggles, anxiety or chronic illness? I'm a bilingual Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience. I'm currently pursuing a Ph.D in Health Science, specifically focused on Social Work. My approach is to meet you wherever you are in life's journey, guiding you towards wellness and wholeness.
I'm a bilingual Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 10 years experience specializing in crisis management, parenting issues, and chronic illness.
Are you dealing with crisis, parenting struggles, anxiety or chronic illness? I'm a bilingual Clinical Social Worker with a decade of experience. I'm currently pursuing a Ph.D in Health Science, specifically focused on Social Work. My approach is to meet you wherever you are in life's journey, guiding you towards wellness and wholeness.
Healing begins with connection and acceptance. The things that happen to us may shape us, but they do not define who we are. My goal is to help you understand how your big and small traumas have impacted your choices to this point, and how to move forward into a healthier life. Many clients seek me out because they have experienced significant trauma that is impacting their daily lives. Others are experiencing anxiety, grief, spiritual issues, chronic illness, or life transitions. For couples and families, I seek to help them identify and alter the patterns in their relationships that are hindering connection and healing.
Healing begins with connection and acceptance. The things that happen to us may shape us, but they do not define who we are. My goal is to help you understand how your big and small traumas have impacted your choices to this point, and how to move forward into a healthier life. Many clients seek me out because they have experienced significant trauma that is impacting their daily lives. Others are experiencing anxiety, grief, spiritual issues, chronic illness, or life transitions. For couples and families, I seek to help them identify and alter the patterns in their relationships that are hindering connection and healing.
Yavierlis Cartagena
Licensed Professional Counselor, MPsy
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76177 (Online Only)
My extensive experience spans trauma treatment, grief and loss, relationship challenges, family conflicts, life transitions, chronic illness, maternal mental health, reproductive issues, and generational trauma.
Welcome to your healing journey! As the expert of your OWN story, I want to hold space for your emotions and offer an empathic, non-judgmental environment that you can feel safe and comfortable being vulnerable along this process. Together, we will work on understanding your needs and developing skills to foster the fulfilling life and meaningful relationships you deserve.
My extensive experience spans trauma treatment, grief and loss, relationship challenges, family conflicts, life transitions, chronic illness, maternal mental health, reproductive issues, and generational trauma.
Welcome to your healing journey! As the expert of your OWN story, I want to hold space for your emotions and offer an empathic, non-judgmental environment that you can feel safe and comfortable being vulnerable along this process. Together, we will work on understanding your needs and developing skills to foster the fulfilling life and meaningful relationships you deserve.
Chronic Illness - Cancer - Caregiving - Trauma - Anxiety
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, OSW-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76244 (Online Only)
Working with those facing life adjustment, anxiety, chronic illness, and history of trauma.
Hey! I am Laura Tanner a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified in Oncology with over a decade supporting those facing chronic and terminal illnesses. I see those who may be facing life adjustment due to medical crisis, trauma, and chronic illness. Along with supporting those experiencing anxiety and feeling the impact of daily stressors. My hope for my clients is that they find this space a place of warmth, kindness, & feel heard.
Working with those facing life adjustment, anxiety, chronic illness, and history of trauma.
Hey! I am Laura Tanner a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, certified in Oncology with over a decade supporting those facing chronic and terminal illnesses. I see those who may be facing life adjustment due to medical crisis, trauma, and chronic illness. Along with supporting those experiencing anxiety and feeling the impact of daily stressors. My hope for my clients is that they find this space a place of warmth, kindness, & feel heard.
LaDonna Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76102 (Online Only)
LaDonna specializes in supporting women through life-stage transitions, those who have experienced trauma, couples seeking to develop a meaningful connection in their relationships, those with chronic illness, and helping clients integrate spirituality into the challenges of life. LaDonna enjoys assisting clients in unpacking through collaboration to bring renewed hope, healing, and restoration. This approach then helps clients differentiate between thoughts and feelings, to learn behaviors and skills to overcome life difficulties.
LaDonna specializes in supporting women through life-stage transitions, those who have experienced trauma, couples seeking to develop a meaningful connection in their relationships, those with chronic illness, and helping clients integrate spirituality into the challenges of life. LaDonna enjoys assisting clients in unpacking through collaboration to bring renewed hope, healing, and restoration. This approach then helps clients differentiate between thoughts and feelings, to learn behaviors and skills to overcome life difficulties.
Living Well Family and Child Institute
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MS LPC, MS Ed,, BS Ed,
Verified Verified
Grapevine, TX 76051
Enjoy counseling while experiencing a natural outdoor atmosphere or in-office setting. Dr. Aragon has 20 years of experience in Academic Teaching/Research and 15 years in Educational and Family counseling. My specialty involves court appointed Child Custody Evaluations, Adoptions, weight-loss management, Chronic Pain, and family relationships (e.g., couples, youth/adolescences and young adulthood). Therapy is engaged with a primary focus on generational trauma, anxiety, depression communication styles, Identity/Self-Esteem, and intimate re-engagement after chronic illness (e.g., Alzheimer's, diabetes, erectile dysfunction, etc.)
Enjoy counseling while experiencing a natural outdoor atmosphere or in-office setting. Dr. Aragon has 20 years of experience in Academic Teaching/Research and 15 years in Educational and Family counseling. My specialty involves court appointed Child Custody Evaluations, Adoptions, weight-loss management, Chronic Pain, and family relationships (e.g., couples, youth/adolescences and young adulthood). Therapy is engaged with a primary focus on generational trauma, anxiety, depression communication styles, Identity/Self-Esteem, and intimate re-engagement after chronic illness (e.g., Alzheimer's, diabetes, erectile dysfunction, etc.)
Janet Chamberlain
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Grapevine, TX 76051
Outside of working with general mental health issues, I specialize in grief, chronic illness, & women's issues.
As an LPC-S with over 25 years of experience, I enjoy working with clients that are looking to replace self-defeating thoughts or feelings with healthier beliefs and coping mechanisms. My goal in our work together is to help you develop unconditional self-acceptance into the person you want to be.
Outside of working with general mental health issues, I specialize in grief, chronic illness, & women's issues.
As an LPC-S with over 25 years of experience, I enjoy working with clients that are looking to replace self-defeating thoughts or feelings with healthier beliefs and coping mechanisms. My goal in our work together is to help you develop unconditional self-acceptance into the person you want to be.
Helping your child navigate life's up's and down's can be one of the most challenging aspects you have as a parent. You may feel helpless as you recognize that your child is experiencing hopelessness, struggling with peers, and avoiding activities they used to enjoy.
Helping your child navigate life's up's and down's can be one of the most challenging aspects you have as a parent. You may feel helpless as you recognize that your child is experiencing hopelessness, struggling with peers, and avoiding activities they used to enjoy.
Dr. Janice A. Moran
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76137 (Online Only)
On paper, it seems that you have it altogether. Inside, you feel overwhelmed, stuck, ashamed, and afraid. Each day presents new challenges for accomplishing tasks you used to perform with ease. When you picture your future, you feel terrified and uncertain. You want to get back to enjoying life, but your efforts go unappreciated. You doubt yourself and wonder if you're the problem in relationships. You want a therapist who understands how to help you move forward with confidence. I am your person. I will help you become the CEO of your own life by trusting yourself again and changing repeated patterns that don't serve you.
On paper, it seems that you have it altogether. Inside, you feel overwhelmed, stuck, ashamed, and afraid. Each day presents new challenges for accomplishing tasks you used to perform with ease. When you picture your future, you feel terrified and uncertain. You want to get back to enjoying life, but your efforts go unappreciated. You doubt yourself and wonder if you're the problem in relationships. You want a therapist who understands how to help you move forward with confidence. I am your person. I will help you become the CEO of your own life by trusting yourself again and changing repeated patterns that don't serve you.
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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.