Chronic Illness Therapists in New York, NY
I work with individuals across a wide range of ages, helping them navigate life transitions, manage feelings of loneliness or isolation, and gain insight into how their behavior communicates their inner world. Whether it’s reconciling conflicting influences or addressing the challenges you face, I use a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to your unique needs and comfort level. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can grow and develop tools to better understand yourself and your relationships.
I work with individuals across a wide range of ages, helping them navigate life transitions, manage feelings of loneliness or isolation, and gain insight into how their behavior communicates their inner world. Whether it’s reconciling conflicting influences or addressing the challenges you face, I use a variety of therapeutic modalities tailored to your unique needs and comfort level. My goal is to provide a supportive space where you can grow and develop tools to better understand yourself and your relationships.
With more than 10 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.
With more than 10 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 take a holistic approach to psychotherapy, prioritizing understanding the entirety of a person, including how different life experiences influence who you are. As a psychodynamically trained therapist, I believe that past experiences and significant relationships inform our present. The therapeutic relationship becomes a safe place where you can gain insight into interpersonal dynamics and understanding of different relationship patterns, as well as a place where reparative experiences occur. I strive to make people feel seen and heard as I believe this is critical to beginning the process of growth and healing.
I take a holistic approach to psychotherapy, prioritizing understanding the entirety of a person, including how different life experiences influence who you are. As a psychodynamically trained therapist, I believe that past experiences and significant relationships inform our present. The therapeutic relationship becomes a safe place where you can gain insight into interpersonal dynamics and understanding of different relationship patterns, as well as a place where reparative experiences occur. I strive to make people feel seen and heard as I believe this is critical to beginning the process of growth and healing.
I help people pleasers coping with chronic stress, including burnout and chronic illness, get “unstuck
Therapy is a partnership. We work together to enhance your strengths and change the thoughts/behaviors that are no longer serving you. I tailor my treatment approach to meet your specific goals/needs. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have experience in DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based approaches.
I help people pleasers coping with chronic stress, including burnout and chronic illness, get “unstuck
Therapy is a partnership. We work together to enhance your strengths and change the thoughts/behaviors that are no longer serving you. I tailor my treatment approach to meet your specific goals/needs. I am intensively trained in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I have experience in DBT, CBT, mindfulness, and strengths-based approaches.
As an experienced psychotherapist at Avita Psychological Care, with over two decades of dedicated practice, I bring a wealth of expertise to my work with individuals, couples, and families. Throughout my journey in the mental health field, my commitment has been steadfast in helping clients navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and resilience. From supporting individuals grappling with depression and anxiety to assisting couples in navigating relationship struggles and fertility issues, I deeply appreciate the unique journeys and struggles each client brings into the therapy room.
As an experienced psychotherapist at Avita Psychological Care, with over two decades of dedicated practice, I bring a wealth of expertise to my work with individuals, couples, and families. Throughout my journey in the mental health field, my commitment has been steadfast in helping clients navigate life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and resilience. From supporting individuals grappling with depression and anxiety to assisting couples in navigating relationship struggles and fertility issues, I deeply appreciate the unique journeys and struggles each client brings into the therapy room.
People often seek therapy when feeling stuck with a version of themselves they find confusing and dissatisfying. Through careful listening and exploration, our work will help to clarify where you're torn between conflicting impulses and how old wounds and ways of surviving have restricted your ability to feel, work, love, and even play freely. Moments of vulnerability in therapy can be opportunities to shut down, or they can be opportunities for introspection and transformation – I pay close attention to each patient’s needs, wishes, and fears to help steer you towards the latter outcome.
People often seek therapy when feeling stuck with a version of themselves they find confusing and dissatisfying. Through careful listening and exploration, our work will help to clarify where you're torn between conflicting impulses and how old wounds and ways of surviving have restricted your ability to feel, work, love, and even play freely. Moments of vulnerability in therapy can be opportunities to shut down, or they can be opportunities for introspection and transformation – I pay close attention to each patient’s needs, wishes, and fears to help steer you towards the latter outcome.
I am a physically disabled and neurodivergent therapist who works best with adults of all backgrounds who feel that they've been misunderstood, ignored, or isolated, due to who they are and what they are going through.
Whether those feelings stem from disability, illness, queer identity, mental illness, neurodivergence, or another source of chronic stress.
I am a physically disabled and neurodivergent therapist who works best with adults of all backgrounds who feel that they've been misunderstood, ignored, or isolated, due to who they are and what they are going through.
Whether those feelings stem from disability, illness, queer identity, mental illness, neurodivergence, or another source of chronic stress.
I help people navigate: stress management and resilience; emotional impact of chronic illness; family of origin issues; and enhancing fulfillment in all sorts of relationships through increased self-knowledge, communication, and collaboration.
Currently accepting new clients in NY, CO, ME and FL via telehealth. It's been an endless search for a therapist who really gets you. Someone who can dive into your problems without making you feel you have to compartmentalize important parts of your life. Someone who can be a safe sounding board whatever comes up. I want you to know it's ok to show up however you're feeling that day. It's ok to open up at your own pace. I will be right here beside you as you discover unique pathways towards resilience, fulfillment and fun.
I help people navigate: stress management and resilience; emotional impact of chronic illness; family of origin issues; and enhancing fulfillment in all sorts of relationships through increased self-knowledge, communication, and collaboration.
Currently accepting new clients in NY, CO, ME and FL via telehealth. It's been an endless search for a therapist who really gets you. Someone who can dive into your problems without making you feel you have to compartmentalize important parts of your life. Someone who can be a safe sounding board whatever comes up. I want you to know it's ok to show up however you're feeling that day. It's ok to open up at your own pace. I will be right here beside you as you discover unique pathways towards resilience, fulfillment and fun.
Therapy is what you need it to be, when you need it to be. It's for everyone at every stage of life, offering a space to express your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment and navigate challenges with support and confidence. In therapy, you can strategize your next move and even practice before trying it in real life. I enjoy working with clients navigating grief, loss, anxiety, depression, stress management, PTSD, and life's ever-changing topography. Using a mindfulness-based, person-centered approach, I help my clients feel secure as they move into a space of healing and growth.
Therapy is what you need it to be, when you need it to be. It's for everyone at every stage of life, offering a space to express your thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment and navigate challenges with support and confidence. In therapy, you can strategize your next move and even practice before trying it in real life. I enjoy working with clients navigating grief, loss, anxiety, depression, stress management, PTSD, and life's ever-changing topography. Using a mindfulness-based, person-centered approach, I help my clients feel secure as they move into a space of healing and growth.
Early in my career, I developed a passion for working with individuals facing chronic and life-limiting illnesses. Eventually, a desire to provide more client-focused care led me away from medical social work and into private practice. My approach is humanistic and resilience-based. I hold certification in grief counseling and Dialectical Behavior Therapy; and have completed many hours of trauma training. I look forward to partnering with you to compassionately process challenging life transitions all while also helping you build skills to keep moving forward toward the change you seek.
Early in my career, I developed a passion for working with individuals facing chronic and life-limiting illnesses. Eventually, a desire to provide more client-focused care led me away from medical social work and into private practice. My approach is humanistic and resilience-based. I hold certification in grief counseling and Dialectical Behavior Therapy; and have completed many hours of trauma training. I look forward to partnering with you to compassionately process challenging life transitions all while also helping you build skills to keep moving forward toward the change you seek.
This includes individuals adjusting to a new medical diagnosis, managing life with a chronic illness (like autoimmune disorders, diabetes, or cardiac conditions), coping with chronic pain, or processing the trauma of a major medical event.
Are you navigating the complex intersection of your physical health and emotional well-being? Perhaps you’ve received a new medical diagnosis, are struggling to manage a chronic condition like diabetes or an autoimmune disorder, or feel overwhelmed by persistent pain or fatigue. You might be experiencing health-related anxiety, facing a difficult treatment decision, or feeling isolated in your journey. You may be a caregiver struggling to manage someone else's challenges while balancing your own needs.
Our goal is to ease the stress and strain in your life to help manage what is happening now and what may come in the future.
This includes individuals adjusting to a new medical diagnosis, managing life with a chronic illness (like autoimmune disorders, diabetes, or cardiac conditions), coping with chronic pain, or processing the trauma of a major medical event.
Are you navigating the complex intersection of your physical health and emotional well-being? Perhaps you’ve received a new medical diagnosis, are struggling to manage a chronic condition like diabetes or an autoimmune disorder, or feel overwhelmed by persistent pain or fatigue. You might be experiencing health-related anxiety, facing a difficult treatment decision, or feeling isolated in your journey. You may be a caregiver struggling to manage someone else's challenges while balancing your own needs.
Our goal is to ease the stress and strain in your life to help manage what is happening now and what may come in the future.
I am a seasoned clinical social worker, psychotherapist and holistic health coach. I have worked in a number of different settings throughout my professional career, including mental health centers, private practice, hospitals, home health care and skilled nursing facilities. After over 35 years as a clinical social worker treating people with depression, anxiety and relationship issues, I decided to attend the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in order to add a more holistic and mindful approach to my work.
I am a seasoned clinical social worker, psychotherapist and holistic health coach. I have worked in a number of different settings throughout my professional career, including mental health centers, private practice, hospitals, home health care and skilled nursing facilities. After over 35 years as a clinical social worker treating people with depression, anxiety and relationship issues, I decided to attend the Institute for Integrative Nutrition in order to add a more holistic and mindful approach to my work.
You deserve to feel better. Most people come to therapy because something feels off—anxiety, stress, low mood, or just a sense that life isn’t as fulfilling as it should be. My focus is to help you feel better overall: calmer, happier, and more grounded in yourself and your relationships. Together we’ll explore the patterns, habits, and thoughts that keep you stuck, and we’ll build practical skills that create lasting change. Every client’s story is unique, so our work will be tailored to fit your needs, but the ultimate goal is the same: creating a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and worth celebrating.
You deserve to feel better. Most people come to therapy because something feels off—anxiety, stress, low mood, or just a sense that life isn’t as fulfilling as it should be. My focus is to help you feel better overall: calmer, happier, and more grounded in yourself and your relationships. Together we’ll explore the patterns, habits, and thoughts that keep you stuck, and we’ll build practical skills that create lasting change. Every client’s story is unique, so our work will be tailored to fit your needs, but the ultimate goal is the same: creating a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and worth celebrating.
With 10 years of intensive, hospital-based experience in palliative care, I provide psychotherapy for patients and their loved ones navigating serious/ chronic illness, as well as those suffering from caregiver distress, new or persistent grief over losses, and the difficult life transition aging presents.
Serious illness can be frightening and overwhelming. With so much uncertainty, a patient or caregiver can feel confused and isolated. I can help you through this difficult journey by addressing important illness-related concerns, including advance care planning, medical decision making, functional decline, emotional struggles, caregiving, life/family stressors, role changes, or bereavement following the death of a loved one (or upon other significant changes or losses in life, such as pet loss, divorce, job loss, or family estrangement). I also specialize in helping older adults cope with and adapt to the challenges of aging.
With 10 years of intensive, hospital-based experience in palliative care, I provide psychotherapy for patients and their loved ones navigating serious/ chronic illness, as well as those suffering from caregiver distress, new or persistent grief over losses, and the difficult life transition aging presents.
Serious illness can be frightening and overwhelming. With so much uncertainty, a patient or caregiver can feel confused and isolated. I can help you through this difficult journey by addressing important illness-related concerns, including advance care planning, medical decision making, functional decline, emotional struggles, caregiving, life/family stressors, role changes, or bereavement following the death of a loved one (or upon other significant changes or losses in life, such as pet loss, divorce, job loss, or family estrangement). I also specialize in helping older adults cope with and adapt to the challenges of aging.
Sowoon Park
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MS
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
It often feels like we live in a fast-paced world where our identities are reduced to our “productivity.” It’s understandable that you may have begun to doubt yourself and neglect your physical and emotional needs. However, we can challenge those negative thoughts to reshape our emotions and behaviors, which can improve our view of self and the quality of our interpersonal relationships.
It often feels like we live in a fast-paced world where our identities are reduced to our “productivity.” It’s understandable that you may have begun to doubt yourself and neglect your physical and emotional needs. However, we can challenge those negative thoughts to reshape our emotions and behaviors, which can improve our view of self and the quality of our interpersonal relationships.
My therapy style is grounded, compassionate, and direct. I work with individuals facing grief, trauma, death-related distress, and the emotional toll of terminal illness—whether you're a patient or a caregiver—as well as those navigating everyday challenges. I integrate mindfulness and support clients on spiritual or meaning-making journeys, offering steady presence, emotional depth, clarity, and curiosity. My approach is open-minded, thoughtful, flexible, and deeply human.
My therapy style is grounded, compassionate, and direct. I work with individuals facing grief, trauma, death-related distress, and the emotional toll of terminal illness—whether you're a patient or a caregiver—as well as those navigating everyday challenges. I integrate mindfulness and support clients on spiritual or meaning-making journeys, offering steady presence, emotional depth, clarity, and curiosity. My approach is open-minded, thoughtful, flexible, and deeply human.
I work with clients who may be dealing with navigating a chronic illness as well as anxiety and trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been through difficult experiences or find yourself caught in patterns that feel hard to change. You might feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure where to start—and that’s okay. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I offer a warm, supportive space to explore navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions, helping you feel more grounded, connected, and at ease.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Well work together to help you begin to heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself.
I work with clients who may be dealing with navigating a chronic illness as well as anxiety and trauma.
Life can feel overwhelming, especially when you’ve been through difficult experiences or find yourself caught in patterns that feel hard to change. You might feel anxious, disconnected, or unsure where to start—and that’s okay. You don’t have to figure it out alone.
I offer a warm, supportive space to explore navigating trauma, anxiety, and life transitions, helping you feel more grounded, connected, and at ease.
My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and trauma-informed. Well work together to help you begin to heal, grow, and reconnect with yourself.
Hi and thanks for taking a look at my profile. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially since most of us are doing so during a time of stress or crisis. My approach to therapy is very relational and experiential. I believe that healing and transformation can happen only in the context of a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. It's a huge step to reach out to a therapist for help. I hope I can make it as easy as possible for you and look forward to talking further to see if we're a good therapy match.
Hi and thanks for taking a look at my profile. Finding the right therapist can feel overwhelming, especially since most of us are doing so during a time of stress or crisis. My approach to therapy is very relational and experiential. I believe that healing and transformation can happen only in the context of a safe and supportive therapeutic relationship. It's a huge step to reach out to a therapist for help. I hope I can make it as easy as possible for you and look forward to talking further to see if we're a good therapy match.
Life can change in an instant with a medical diagnosis. As a medical social worker, my passion lies in supporting children, adults, and families navigating the emotional impact of serious health challenges. Whether you or your child are facing a life-threatening illness, managing a chronic condition, or coping with pain, I offer a compassionate space to process, heal, and grow. I specialize in treating medical trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. I provide age appropriate emotional and practical support and advocacy to children with health issues, siblings and parents.
Life can change in an instant with a medical diagnosis. As a medical social worker, my passion lies in supporting children, adults, and families navigating the emotional impact of serious health challenges. Whether you or your child are facing a life-threatening illness, managing a chronic condition, or coping with pain, I offer a compassionate space to process, heal, and grow. I specialize in treating medical trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and loss. I provide age appropriate emotional and practical support and advocacy to children with health issues, siblings and parents.
My approach emphasizes relationship and rapport building, empathy, compassion, and understanding. You are the writer of your own story, but together we can work on developing tools tailored to your specific needs.
I am a collaborative and interactive therapist that utilizes a variety of psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, EFT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques based on the individual client, their wants, needs and goals. I focus on assisting clients build communication skills, learn boundary setting, and understand different attachment styles and how they impact current relationships with oneself and others.
My approach emphasizes relationship and rapport building, empathy, compassion, and understanding. You are the writer of your own story, but together we can work on developing tools tailored to your specific needs.
I am a collaborative and interactive therapist that utilizes a variety of psychodynamic, CBT, DBT, EFT, motivational interviewing, and solution-focused techniques based on the individual client, their wants, needs and goals. I focus on assisting clients build communication skills, learn boundary setting, and understand different attachment styles and how they impact current relationships with oneself and others.
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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.