Chronic Illness Therapists in Minneapolis, MN
I believe healing is reconnection to your true self. Often life experiences can make it difficult for us to know who we are or feel comfortable as we are, and healing is that reconnection to your true self and your true identity. My goal in therapy is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore the changes you want to make. I specialize in working with people experiencing chronic health conditions, chronic pain, and disability. I also work with folks dealing with substance use issues, neurodivergence (diagnosed and undiagnosed), mood disorders, anxiety, long COVID, and domestic violence.
I believe healing is reconnection to your true self. Often life experiences can make it difficult for us to know who we are or feel comfortable as we are, and healing is that reconnection to your true self and your true identity. My goal in therapy is to create a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore the changes you want to make. I specialize in working with people experiencing chronic health conditions, chronic pain, and disability. I also work with folks dealing with substance use issues, neurodivergence (diagnosed and undiagnosed), mood disorders, anxiety, long COVID, and domestic violence.
I specialize in navigating challenges like ADHD, grief and loss, chronic illness, anxiety, and feeling disconnected from one's body.
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Do you have difficulty unwinding and relaxing when you finally have time for yourself?
Do you feel a disconnect between who you are inside and how you show up in the world?
Do you ever feel like you’re just not "enough" to handle everyday life demands and are stressed to the max?
Before I introduce myself, let me just say—I am proud of you. It takes courage to make any change in life, and seeking support is a powerful first step. Welcome! I will support you in discovering your strengths and overcoming obstacles, all while keeping a playful, curious, and supportive approach.
I specialize in navigating challenges like ADHD, grief and loss, chronic illness, anxiety, and feeling disconnected from one's body.
NEW Client Openings! Book FREE consult->"My Website"
Do you have difficulty unwinding and relaxing when you finally have time for yourself?
Do you feel a disconnect between who you are inside and how you show up in the world?
Do you ever feel like you’re just not "enough" to handle everyday life demands and are stressed to the max?
Before I introduce myself, let me just say—I am proud of you. It takes courage to make any change in life, and seeking support is a powerful first step. Welcome! I will support you in discovering your strengths and overcoming obstacles, all while keeping a playful, curious, and supportive approach.
I've had the honor of journeying with hundreds of people over the last 40 years who are facing difficult life transitions. I value people's strengths, experience, knowledge and dreams in THEIR counseling, and I believe deeply that we all can change in profound ways.
I've had the honor of journeying with hundreds of people over the last 40 years who are facing difficult life transitions. I value people's strengths, experience, knowledge and dreams in THEIR counseling, and I believe deeply that we all can change in profound ways.
Trauma, grief, and chronic illness can weigh heavily on both body and spirit.
My style of therapy is trauma-informed, collaborative, and holistic. I believe clients should have true ownership of their care plan, so you feel empowered, autonomous, and supported in building healthy self-esteem.
Trauma, grief, and chronic illness can weigh heavily on both body and spirit.
My style of therapy is trauma-informed, collaborative, and holistic. I believe clients should have true ownership of their care plan, so you feel empowered, autonomous, and supported in building healthy self-esteem.
Recently I've become passionate about supporting those with chronic illness and women throughout their life cycles.
In my practice I bring compassion, humor, insight, and a sincere dedication to my clients. My practice is grounded in attachment theory, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure and response prevention (E/RP), play therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR). With my warm and welcoming nature, I strive to create a safe space for children, teens and adults to explore their concerns. In collaboration with you, I will support you in taking steps toward an improved sense of well-being and a life path that aligns with your deepest values. I work with individuals of all ages, families, and provide parent coaching.
Recently I've become passionate about supporting those with chronic illness and women throughout their life cycles.
In my practice I bring compassion, humor, insight, and a sincere dedication to my clients. My practice is grounded in attachment theory, acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), exposure and response prevention (E/RP), play therapy, and mindfulness-based stress reduction (MBSR). With my warm and welcoming nature, I strive to create a safe space for children, teens and adults to explore their concerns. In collaboration with you, I will support you in taking steps toward an improved sense of well-being and a life path that aligns with your deepest values. I work with individuals of all ages, families, and provide parent coaching.
Looking for a queer therapist? You found one. There’s weight to living in a world not built for you – one that’s actively hostile to you in many ways. Those little traumas of existing in a heteronormative world build up, even for old pros, and they take a toll. And then there are the struggles that have nothing to do with being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. It would be great to talk about those, too, with a therapist you don’t have to explain yourself to. You’re done neglecting your feelings and instincts. You’re craving the confidence to be your authentic self and the clarity to focus on what’s really important.
Looking for a queer therapist? You found one. There’s weight to living in a world not built for you – one that’s actively hostile to you in many ways. Those little traumas of existing in a heteronormative world build up, even for old pros, and they take a toll. And then there are the struggles that have nothing to do with being part of the LGBTQIA2S+ community. It would be great to talk about those, too, with a therapist you don’t have to explain yourself to. You’re done neglecting your feelings and instincts. You’re craving the confidence to be your authentic self and the clarity to focus on what’s really important.
My passion is for clients I love to call Misfits and Sensitives -- artists, geeks/nerds, kink/BDSM folk, ethical nonmonogamists including polyamorists, Pagans and other religious minorities, witches, punks, activists, healthcare providers, folks with chronic illness/physical disability.
You're sure the average therapist can't handle or accept you, because that's what you get everywhere else you go. School, work, almost everywhere, it's been an uphill struggle to fit in and feel understood -- IF you even bother anymore. If you DO find YOUR people, YOUR tribe, you spend the whole time secretly terrified they'll figure out you're not good enough and kick you out. You've been burned a few too many times, which just reinforces your belief that you'll never belong. All that rejection and pain sits in your body and spirit, grinding you down every day. But there's still part of you that believes you can find your place.
My passion is for clients I love to call Misfits and Sensitives -- artists, geeks/nerds, kink/BDSM folk, ethical nonmonogamists including polyamorists, Pagans and other religious minorities, witches, punks, activists, healthcare providers, folks with chronic illness/physical disability.
You're sure the average therapist can't handle or accept you, because that's what you get everywhere else you go. School, work, almost everywhere, it's been an uphill struggle to fit in and feel understood -- IF you even bother anymore. If you DO find YOUR people, YOUR tribe, you spend the whole time secretly terrified they'll figure out you're not good enough and kick you out. You've been burned a few too many times, which just reinforces your belief that you'll never belong. All that rejection and pain sits in your body and spirit, grinding you down every day. But there's still part of you that believes you can find your place.
Poplar Grove Counseling, PLLP
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55406
At some point everyone needs more support and encouragement while working through difficult situations. We feel honored that, as therapists, we get to be that person in people’s lives. We understand the difficulty in telling someone your life story and want to create a space that feels safe, comfortable, and open so that you can feel more at ease when taking that step. We believe that the therapy relationship is an important part of healing and want to work with you to develop a partnership where you feel challenged and supported. We pull from different therapy styles to find what fits you and what you're going through.
At some point everyone needs more support and encouragement while working through difficult situations. We feel honored that, as therapists, we get to be that person in people’s lives. We understand the difficulty in telling someone your life story and want to create a space that feels safe, comfortable, and open so that you can feel more at ease when taking that step. We believe that the therapy relationship is an important part of healing and want to work with you to develop a partnership where you feel challenged and supported. We pull from different therapy styles to find what fits you and what you're going through.
I have worked with kids, teens, and young adults who are experiencing persistent pain and health conditions that disrupt their life for the past 11 years. I help people get back to what they want to be doing by teaching people how to overcome distressing physical symptoms, establish healthy routines (even sleep!), and teaching effective stress management. I tailor psychological science to you using humor, sarcasm, and direct, no-nonsense conversation.
I have worked with kids, teens, and young adults who are experiencing persistent pain and health conditions that disrupt their life for the past 11 years. I help people get back to what they want to be doing by teaching people how to overcome distressing physical symptoms, establish healthy routines (even sleep!), and teaching effective stress management. I tailor psychological science to you using humor, sarcasm, and direct, no-nonsense conversation.
From an outsider’s perspective, you’ve got a great life. You’re accomplished & admired, dependable & driven. But on the inside, you never feel quite good enough and the voice in your head is quick to remind you of all the ways you’re falling short. You've spent the last however-many-years trying to keep it together, but it's exhausting and you don't think you can do it for much longer. You’re tired of giving so much to everyone else while you continue to come last on your list. But not anymore. It's time for a change.
From an outsider’s perspective, you’ve got a great life. You’re accomplished & admired, dependable & driven. But on the inside, you never feel quite good enough and the voice in your head is quick to remind you of all the ways you’re falling short. You've spent the last however-many-years trying to keep it together, but it's exhausting and you don't think you can do it for much longer. You’re tired of giving so much to everyone else while you continue to come last on your list. But not anymore. It's time for a change.
Or perhaps you're navigating a chronic illness, caregiving responsibilities, relationship changes, or major life transitions?
With 20 years of experience as a grief therapist, I've seen it all and I can help. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in strength and resilience. I offer a warm, welcoming, calm presence as we explore your experiences and find ways to cope with symptoms of grief, and work toward healing.
Or perhaps you're navigating a chronic illness, caregiving responsibilities, relationship changes, or major life transitions?
With 20 years of experience as a grief therapist, I've seen it all and I can help. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and grounded in strength and resilience. I offer a warm, welcoming, calm presence as we explore your experiences and find ways to cope with symptoms of grief, and work toward healing.
My ideal clients are folks carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, or the invisible stuff that makes life feel heavy.
If you’ve felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or unsure where your symptoms end and you begin, you’re in the right place. I show up with compassion, real talk, and a body-based, trauma-informed approach. As a white, straight, cis woman, my commitment to anti-racism, challenging dominant cultural norms, and supporting liberation is both personal and professional.
My ideal clients are folks carrying trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, or the invisible stuff that makes life feel heavy.
If you’ve felt dismissed, overwhelmed, or unsure where your symptoms end and you begin, you’re in the right place. I show up with compassion, real talk, and a body-based, trauma-informed approach. As a white, straight, cis woman, my commitment to anti-racism, challenging dominant cultural norms, and supporting liberation is both personal and professional.
I enjoy providing therapy for queer folx, chronic illness, nerds, adolescents, young adults, college students, and families.
I have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. I love working with identity exploration (sexuality, gender, life transitions) and trauma. I love doing parts work and helping you accept your full self. I do EMDR and work from a trauma focused, anti-capitalist lens. Plus, I'm a big nerd who will geek out with you.
I enjoy providing therapy for queer folx, chronic illness, nerds, adolescents, young adults, college students, and families.
I have experience working with adults, adolescents, children, and families. I love working with identity exploration (sexuality, gender, life transitions) and trauma. I love doing parts work and helping you accept your full self. I do EMDR and work from a trauma focused, anti-capitalist lens. Plus, I'm a big nerd who will geek out with you.
Relationships are everything to me! They shape who we are, how we heal, and how we grow. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, feeling stuck in old patterns, or simply wanting to reconnect with yourself, I provide a space that is grounding, compassionate, and real.
Relationships are everything to me! They shape who we are, how we heal, and how we grow. Whether you’re navigating relationship challenges, feeling stuck in old patterns, or simply wanting to reconnect with yourself, I provide a space that is grounding, compassionate, and real.
Do you find yourself wishing your life was different in some way, but you're unsure of how to get there? Are you struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, sadness, or cope with the stressors of everyday life? Perhaps you need someone to hear you, walk beside you, help shed light on a new perspective, motivate you, help you manage difficult emotions, or to help you make positive behavioral changes. I would be honored to be that person for you and am confident I could help you get to where you want to be.
Do you find yourself wishing your life was different in some way, but you're unsure of how to get there? Are you struggling to manage feelings of anxiety, sadness, or cope with the stressors of everyday life? Perhaps you need someone to hear you, walk beside you, help shed light on a new perspective, motivate you, help you manage difficult emotions, or to help you make positive behavioral changes. I would be honored to be that person for you and am confident I could help you get to where you want to be.
I believe recovery, rest, community, and joy are radical acts of resistance, especially in a world that demands oppressed people remain quiet and small. I'm passionate about serving those I am in community with, including queer, trans and non-binary, disabled, neurodivergent, fat, nonmonogamous, and kinky folks. I work with couples, polycules, families, and individuals on issues including mental illness, identity, body image, sex, systemic barriers, the daily horrors of living under capitalism, and countless other things I can't fit into 640 characters. I take pride in learning just as much from my clients as they learn from me.
I believe recovery, rest, community, and joy are radical acts of resistance, especially in a world that demands oppressed people remain quiet and small. I'm passionate about serving those I am in community with, including queer, trans and non-binary, disabled, neurodivergent, fat, nonmonogamous, and kinky folks. I work with couples, polycules, families, and individuals on issues including mental illness, identity, body image, sex, systemic barriers, the daily horrors of living under capitalism, and countless other things I can't fit into 640 characters. I take pride in learning just as much from my clients as they learn from me.
Chronic illness.
I have therapeutic experience working with Adolescents, Adults, and Adults 65+ who are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Life Transitions, Setting Boundaries, Identity Issues, and Developing Healthy Coping Skills. I currently offer telehealth to residents of Nebraska, Ohio, Iowa, Minnesota, Florida, Washington DC
Chronic illness.
I have therapeutic experience working with Adolescents, Adults, and Adults 65+ who are struggling with Anxiety, Depression, Chronic Illness, Life Transitions, Setting Boundaries, Identity Issues, and Developing Healthy Coping Skills. I currently offer telehealth to residents of Nebraska, Ohio, Iowa, Minnesota, Florida, Washington DC
Whether you’re dealing with the strain of depression, the realities of living with chronic illness or disability, or other difficult circumstances, we will work together to address your concerns.
Welcome! I'm so glad you’ve taken the step to explore support on your journey. Navigating the complexities of life can be overwhelming, and it's important to have a supportive ally who understands these struggles. My goal is to offer a safe and compassionate space where you can openly share your experiences, challenges, and goals.
Whether you’re dealing with the strain of depression, the realities of living with chronic illness or disability, or other difficult circumstances, we will work together to address your concerns.
Welcome! I'm so glad you’ve taken the step to explore support on your journey. Navigating the complexities of life can be overwhelming, and it's important to have a supportive ally who understands these struggles. My goal is to offer a safe and compassionate space where you can openly share your experiences, challenges, and goals.
I specialize in supporting those navigating life transitions (i.e. academic adjustment, relationship concerns), anxiety disorders, trauma (including C-PTSD), and chronic illness and/or chronic pain.
I use an integrative approach including attachment-based therapy, somatic interventions, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I have experience with modalities tailored to chronic health conditions, including CBT-CP and ACT for chronic pain, and also offer mindfulness and body-based practices rooted in my training as a Registered Yoga Teacher (230 hours).
I specialize in supporting those navigating life transitions (i.e. academic adjustment, relationship concerns), anxiety disorders, trauma (including C-PTSD), and chronic illness and/or chronic pain.
I use an integrative approach including attachment-based therapy, somatic interventions, and dialectical behavior therapy (DBT). I have experience with modalities tailored to chronic health conditions, including CBT-CP and ACT for chronic pain, and also offer mindfulness and body-based practices rooted in my training as a Registered Yoga Teacher (230 hours).
With 40+ years working as a psychologist, I work with a variety of clients struggling with mental health and life issues. Many clients seek my help for anxiety, depression, serious and persistent mental illness and life transitions. My patients include children as young as 7, adolescents, adults and seniors in their 80's. Clients are often referred to me for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, relationship issues and sports-related performance concerns. I also have experience working with individuals and families where there are life-threatening health issues, infertility and pregnancy loss for both mothers and fathers.
With 40+ years working as a psychologist, I work with a variety of clients struggling with mental health and life issues. Many clients seek my help for anxiety, depression, serious and persistent mental illness and life transitions. My patients include children as young as 7, adolescents, adults and seniors in their 80's. Clients are often referred to me for Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, relationship issues and sports-related performance concerns. I also have experience working with individuals and families where there are life-threatening health issues, infertility and pregnancy loss for both mothers and fathers.
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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.