Chronic Illness Therapists in New York, NY

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Lauren Chatalian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LCSW
Online Only
I specialize in supporting individuals through challenging times, whether you are experiencing a significant life change, navigating a chronic illness, or coping with grief and loss.
My approach is strength-based and personalized to meet your unique needs, helping you draw upon your inner resilience and find a path forward.
I specialize in supporting individuals through challenging times, whether you are experiencing a significant life change, navigating a chronic illness, or coping with grief and loss.
My approach is strength-based and personalized to meet your unique needs, helping you draw upon your inner resilience and find a path forward.
(617) 419-0668 View (617) 419-0668
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Maya Ramos
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
With 7 years of experience working with young adults, adults, caregivers, and geriatric clients, I specialize in providing compassionate care for those navigating grief, life transitions, chronic illness, and end-of-life challenges.
Welcome! I understand firsthand the barriers and challenges many people face when seeking mental health support, which is why I am committed to making mental health care accessible and affordable. I strongly believe in bringing authenticity to my work, as many clients come to therapy sharing deep vulnerabilities. I’ve cultivated a safe, non-judgmental space over my years of practice to ensure that you feel heard and supported.
With 7 years of experience working with young adults, adults, caregivers, and geriatric clients, I specialize in providing compassionate care for those navigating grief, life transitions, chronic illness, and end-of-life challenges.
Welcome! I understand firsthand the barriers and challenges many people face when seeking mental health support, which is why I am committed to making mental health care accessible and affordable. I strongly believe in bringing authenticity to my work, as many clients come to therapy sharing deep vulnerabilities. I’ve cultivated a safe, non-judgmental space over my years of practice to ensure that you feel heard and supported.
(929) 460-8269 View (929) 460-8269
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Neil Wolfson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, chronic illness, or relationship challenges?
I have extensive experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship issues, and addiction. You will learn problem-solving skills, be provided emotional support, and work through life changes, allowing you to see your circumstances as a personal growth opportunity instead of a burden or obstacle.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, chronic illness, or relationship challenges?
I have extensive experience working with people struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, relationship issues, and addiction. You will learn problem-solving skills, be provided emotional support, and work through life changes, allowing you to see your circumstances as a personal growth opportunity instead of a burden or obstacle.
(516) 908-5316 View (516) 908-5316
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Michael Waldon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
New York, NY 10001
I often work with trauma, chronic illness or chronic pain, men's issues, professional or life transitions, and I see a lot of actors, journalists, and creative professionals.
I believe that speaking honestly to a compassionate human listener can be healing. I’ve trained in relational psychodynamic, somatic (or body-based) therapies, group therapy, anti-oppressive practices, and the treatment of trauma. I also draw on extensive personal practice and study of Zen Buddhism. I currently see California based clients in-person or online and I see New York based clients online.
I often work with trauma, chronic illness or chronic pain, men's issues, professional or life transitions, and I see a lot of actors, journalists, and creative professionals.
I believe that speaking honestly to a compassionate human listener can be healing. I’ve trained in relational psychodynamic, somatic (or body-based) therapies, group therapy, anti-oppressive practices, and the treatment of trauma. I also draw on extensive personal practice and study of Zen Buddhism. I currently see California based clients in-person or online and I see New York based clients online.
(510) 726-4281 View (510) 726-4281
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Alyssa Ammerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a special interest in working with first responders, parents, individuals with anxiety, sleep disorders, chronic illness, and those going through life changes.
I use an eclectic and person-centered approach to therapy. I have formal training in a variety of therapy modalities that I use at various times throughout the therapeutic relationship, with you as the guiding factor. I believe that each person’s experience is unique, and therapy should be a reflection of that!
I have a special interest in working with first responders, parents, individuals with anxiety, sleep disorders, chronic illness, and those going through life changes.
I use an eclectic and person-centered approach to therapy. I have formal training in a variety of therapy modalities that I use at various times throughout the therapeutic relationship, with you as the guiding factor. I believe that each person’s experience is unique, and therapy should be a reflection of that!
(585) 517-1268 View (585) 517-1268
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Grace Bonney
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Online Only
My specialties are in: queer and trans couples (poly and kink positive), friends and siblings, navigating gender and sexuality (including people on the Ace/Aro spectrums), disability and chronic illness, and working with those that need support in learning to set and maintain boundaries.
I work with queer, trans, neurodivergent and disabled couples (including polycules), individuals, families, siblings and friends. As a queer and non-binary therapist with an invisible disability (Type 1 Diabetes), I pay particular attention to the impact of stigma and ensure my clients’ identities are not simply accepted — but embraced and celebrated. I believe everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and valued. I collaborate with clients to move through challenges from a strengths-based perspective. I approach therapy through an anti-oppression, anti-diet, neurodiversity- affirming, fat liberation and disability justice framework.
My specialties are in: queer and trans couples (poly and kink positive), friends and siblings, navigating gender and sexuality (including people on the Ace/Aro spectrums), disability and chronic illness, and working with those that need support in learning to set and maintain boundaries.
I work with queer, trans, neurodivergent and disabled couples (including polycules), individuals, families, siblings and friends. As a queer and non-binary therapist with an invisible disability (Type 1 Diabetes), I pay particular attention to the impact of stigma and ensure my clients’ identities are not simply accepted — but embraced and celebrated. I believe everyone deserves to be seen, heard, and valued. I collaborate with clients to move through challenges from a strengths-based perspective. I approach therapy through an anti-oppression, anti-diet, neurodiversity- affirming, fat liberation and disability justice framework.
(845) 409-8715 View (845) 409-8715
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Alana López
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I have a chronic illness, so I work best with clients who can be flexible with their availability as I sometimes need to reschedule for health reasons.
Too often, clients who are social justice-oriented, LGBTQIA+, non-monogamous, or highly Covid-conscious have therapists that misunderstand them at best or pathologize them at worst. I aim to counterbalance that and fairly serve folks who are not always fully supported in mainstream therapy.
I have a chronic illness, so I work best with clients who can be flexible with their availability as I sometimes need to reschedule for health reasons.
Too often, clients who are social justice-oriented, LGBTQIA+, non-monogamous, or highly Covid-conscious have therapists that misunderstand them at best or pathologize them at worst. I aim to counterbalance that and fairly serve folks who are not always fully supported in mainstream therapy.
(718) 550-4243 View (718) 550-4243
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Mindful Moments Psychotherapy, Erica Sobel LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
I specialize in treating those with chronic pain/ chronic illness and trauma
Welcome! Let's address the elephant in the room first! Yes I am BALD, by choice, due to alopecia, or hair loss. Due to my own personal medical issues, I have gained so much empathy for others and myself. I believe that counseling is an exploration of our personal lives, and can lead to a discovery of the best versions of ourselves. A therapist should be there as an empathic person who can assist you in understanding why you are currently "stuck" and help you explore your options for a more satisfying life.
I specialize in treating those with chronic pain/ chronic illness and trauma
Welcome! Let's address the elephant in the room first! Yes I am BALD, by choice, due to alopecia, or hair loss. Due to my own personal medical issues, I have gained so much empathy for others and myself. I believe that counseling is an exploration of our personal lives, and can lead to a discovery of the best versions of ourselves. A therapist should be there as an empathic person who can assist you in understanding why you are currently "stuck" and help you explore your options for a more satisfying life.
(845) 552-9908 View (845) 552-9908
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Allison Nagler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a decade of clinical experience working with adult populations who have experienced an array of challenges including depression, anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, and substance misuse.
I believe it is essential to tailor each client's treatment plan to their individualized goals, aspirations, vulnerabilities, and unique characteristics; therapy should not be a "one-size-fits-all" approach. I seek to first understand what brought each client to therapy at this specific point in time, identify the change(s) they wish to see in their lives, set practical goals, and work together on getting there.
I have a decade of clinical experience working with adult populations who have experienced an array of challenges including depression, anxiety, chronic illness, life transitions, and substance misuse.
I believe it is essential to tailor each client's treatment plan to their individualized goals, aspirations, vulnerabilities, and unique characteristics; therapy should not be a "one-size-fits-all" approach. I seek to first understand what brought each client to therapy at this specific point in time, identify the change(s) they wish to see in their lives, set practical goals, and work together on getting there.
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Claire Sharkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I have a specific expertise in perinatal support and maternal wellness; chronic illness in the family especially in children; grief and bereavement especially in pregnancy, infant, and child loss and supporting children processing the death of a family member; and support of healthcare workers facing compassion fatigue, especially in pediatrics, intensive care units, and in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
I create a space where you feel safe in sharing openly and authentically. I empower you to direct your therapeutic experience and then support you in moving through self-reflection and growth by utilizing a strengths-based approach combining talk therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based practice.
I have a specific expertise in perinatal support and maternal wellness; chronic illness in the family especially in children; grief and bereavement especially in pregnancy, infant, and child loss and supporting children processing the death of a family member; and support of healthcare workers facing compassion fatigue, especially in pediatrics, intensive care units, and in the context of the COVID-19 pandemic.
I create a space where you feel safe in sharing openly and authentically. I empower you to direct your therapeutic experience and then support you in moving through self-reflection and growth by utilizing a strengths-based approach combining talk therapy, cognitive behavioral techniques, motivational interviewing, and mindfulness-based practice.
(646) 512-8613 View (646) 512-8613
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Aimee Zehner
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
CEO/TEDx Speaker/Coach Aimee & EveryBody Empowered, LLC serve our diverse Healthcare Communities: Patients with Rare Diseases, Chronic Illness &/or Disabilities, & the Undiagnosed who face unique challenges: managing symptoms, diagnostics/treatments, navigating healthcare/accessibility, while balancing life, family, dating/relationships, sex/intimacy, ADL's, careers & more.
I provide DEIA-based, Empathic & Empowering Virtual Support Groups for Patients, Caregivers & Healthcare Workers ($38/session); Coaching (1:1 Adults, Couples, Teens, Patient Advocacy); Workshops, Retreats & Speaker Events. "Empowering EveryBody in every BODY, everywhere!" Let's illuminate your path to wellness! Visit www.everybodyempowered.com to learn more.
CEO/TEDx Speaker/Coach Aimee & EveryBody Empowered, LLC serve our diverse Healthcare Communities: Patients with Rare Diseases, Chronic Illness &/or Disabilities, & the Undiagnosed who face unique challenges: managing symptoms, diagnostics/treatments, navigating healthcare/accessibility, while balancing life, family, dating/relationships, sex/intimacy, ADL's, careers & more.
I provide DEIA-based, Empathic & Empowering Virtual Support Groups for Patients, Caregivers & Healthcare Workers ($38/session); Coaching (1:1 Adults, Couples, Teens, Patient Advocacy); Workshops, Retreats & Speaker Events. "Empowering EveryBody in every BODY, everywhere!" Let's illuminate your path to wellness! Visit www.everybodyempowered.com to learn more.
(347) 286-4963 View (347) 286-4963
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Barb Brontman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
I specialize in areas such as grief and loss, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and navigating life’s transitions.
If you are reading this, then you have taken the first step towards making positive changes. I believed that the person facing the challenges also has the insight needed to find the answers. My role is to assist you in discovering your possibilities.
I specialize in areas such as grief and loss, depression, anxiety, chronic illness, and navigating life’s transitions.
If you are reading this, then you have taken the first step towards making positive changes. I believed that the person facing the challenges also has the insight needed to find the answers. My role is to assist you in discovering your possibilities.
(716) 899-1609 View (716) 899-1609
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Caren Redlich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSSW, LCSW, SIFI
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
My clients are women or couples who are healing from stress, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and binge eating. They are clearing up job problems, family dynamics and resolving eldercare issues. They need to express their feelings, concerns, fears, ideas, and goals and get the support and guidance they want to accomplish those goals. They are developing coping skills to become calmer, more hopeful, happier, more confident and successful people in their day to day lives. I provide in person therapy or Zoom/Telehealth therapy for your convenience.
My clients are women or couples who are healing from stress, depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, and binge eating. They are clearing up job problems, family dynamics and resolving eldercare issues. They need to express their feelings, concerns, fears, ideas, and goals and get the support and guidance they want to accomplish those goals. They are developing coping skills to become calmer, more hopeful, happier, more confident and successful people in their day to day lives. I provide in person therapy or Zoom/Telehealth therapy for your convenience.
(845) 579-3667 View (845) 579-3667
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Kathleen Isaac
Psychologist, PhD
Serves Area
I specialize in health issues, coping with chronic illness, resiliency, trauma and culturally informed psychotherapy (i.e. issues of race, gender, sexuality, spirituality, etc.), offering individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy.
Life can be challenging and I believe that we are each on our own journey to understand what it means to live a full and meaningful life. My philosophy is that we all can benefit from taking time to care for our mental well-being. I treat the whole person, with an appreciation for how the mind and the body are connected, and an understanding of how culture and society influence our lived experiences.
I specialize in health issues, coping with chronic illness, resiliency, trauma and culturally informed psychotherapy (i.e. issues of race, gender, sexuality, spirituality, etc.), offering individual, couples, family and group psychotherapy.
Life can be challenging and I believe that we are each on our own journey to understand what it means to live a full and meaningful life. My philosophy is that we all can benefit from taking time to care for our mental well-being. I treat the whole person, with an appreciation for how the mind and the body are connected, and an understanding of how culture and society influence our lived experiences.
(516) 701-2587 View (516) 701-2587
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Marcy Abramsky, LCSW Counseling and InspireAmind®
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
3 Endorsed
Online Only
A focus on strengths support School Transition (Middle - Grad), School/Job Concerns, Productivity, Anxiety, Caregiver Stress, Chronic Illness, Pandemic, Coaching,Telemental Health Training Cert
Be the change you want in 2025! A licensed clinical social worker (LCSW); my passion is to assist clients w/ unwanted symptoms & gain skills via Teletherapy or Coaching. I build trust; foster a safe space to share challenges and work on goals. Offering 20+yrs. in the field (homes, schools, agency, private practice) in NYC, Bronx, Buffalo & suburbs- You can now benefit! Learn the keys to self-awareness, visualize goals &capture skills for growth.Teens, adult, parent, MD., EdL, Authors, Peers or Pro Athletes & Coaches, View concerns as doors opening to reinvent yourself! InspireAmind (net) AbramskyInspireAmindCoach (com) Get inspired!
A focus on strengths support School Transition (Middle - Grad), School/Job Concerns, Productivity, Anxiety, Caregiver Stress, Chronic Illness, Pandemic, Coaching,Telemental Health Training Cert
Be the change you want in 2025! A licensed clinical social worker (LCSW); my passion is to assist clients w/ unwanted symptoms & gain skills via Teletherapy or Coaching. I build trust; foster a safe space to share challenges and work on goals. Offering 20+yrs. in the field (homes, schools, agency, private practice) in NYC, Bronx, Buffalo & suburbs- You can now benefit! Learn the keys to self-awareness, visualize goals &capture skills for growth.Teens, adult, parent, MD., EdL, Authors, Peers or Pro Athletes & Coaches, View concerns as doors opening to reinvent yourself! InspireAmind (net) AbramskyInspireAmindCoach (com) Get inspired!
(646) 798-4701 View (646) 798-4701
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Jilian Levinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
For the past 13 years, I’ve had the honor of supporting individuals and families facing the complexities of cancer and chronic illness in a large urban hospital in NYC.
In addition to individual therapy, I provide couples therapy and deeply value supporting partners as they face life’s challenges together. While illness can intensify relationship dynamics, even couples not facing health crises encounter challenges—be it communication breakdowns, life transitions, or unmet expectations.
For the past 13 years, I’ve had the honor of supporting individuals and families facing the complexities of cancer and chronic illness in a large urban hospital in NYC.
In addition to individual therapy, I provide couples therapy and deeply value supporting partners as they face life’s challenges together. While illness can intensify relationship dynamics, even couples not facing health crises encounter challenges—be it communication breakdowns, life transitions, or unmet expectations.
(929) 300-0131 View (929) 300-0131
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Bella Kirschenbaum
Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Online Only
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-worth, and relationship issues, as well as chronic illness and shifts in religious beliefs or identity.
I have years of experience working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in working with people dealing with anxiety or depression, struggling with relationships, feeling a low sense of self-worth, or grappling with the effects of trauma. I primarily use a person-centered psychodynamic approach that is gentle and unstructured.
I work with adults navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, low self-worth, and relationship issues, as well as chronic illness and shifts in religious beliefs or identity.
I have years of experience working with clients of all ages and backgrounds. I specialize in working with people dealing with anxiety or depression, struggling with relationships, feeling a low sense of self-worth, or grappling with the effects of trauma. I primarily use a person-centered psychodynamic approach that is gentle and unstructured.
(347) 394-2405 View (347) 394-2405
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Anne E Connor
Verified Verified
Serves Area
I work with clients regarding accidents, surgeries, chronic illness, addiction and recovery, ancestor work and the stressors of daily life and systemic trauma.
Would you like to learn about strengthening resilience to further trauma and stress in your body and mind? My goal is to teach you somatic tools that you can use independently for a relationship with a more settled, grounded nervous system. I can help you create a calmer nervous system free of the higher highs and lower lows of trauma activation. Greater regulation can help you resolve stress and increase health. Together we can reduce anxiety and startle response, lessen fatigue, address pain and inflammation and learn about regulation. If you are curious about resolving trauma responses in your nervous system, I can help.
I work with clients regarding accidents, surgeries, chronic illness, addiction and recovery, ancestor work and the stressors of daily life and systemic trauma.
Would you like to learn about strengthening resilience to further trauma and stress in your body and mind? My goal is to teach you somatic tools that you can use independently for a relationship with a more settled, grounded nervous system. I can help you create a calmer nervous system free of the higher highs and lower lows of trauma activation. Greater regulation can help you resolve stress and increase health. Together we can reduce anxiety and startle response, lessen fatigue, address pain and inflammation and learn about regulation. If you are curious about resolving trauma responses in your nervous system, I can help.
(802) 499-2133 View (802) 499-2133
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Debra J. Brodsky
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Online Only
I work with those who are dealing with women's issues, illness anxiety, social anxiety, life transitions, chronic illness, OCD.
Are you experiencing difficulty managing your life due to anxiety, health anxiety, or challenging life transitions. If so please reach out to me to discuss how I can help you get back on track.
I work with those who are dealing with women's issues, illness anxiety, social anxiety, life transitions, chronic illness, OCD.
Are you experiencing difficulty managing your life due to anxiety, health anxiety, or challenging life transitions. If so please reach out to me to discuss how I can help you get back on track.
(516) 387-9967 View (516) 387-9967
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Elizabeth Flamm Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
I have extensive experience with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, body-image, chronic illness and fertility issues, low self-esteem, and relational issues.
You can't change your situation, but you can change how you deal with it. I want to help you find your own inner voice to overcome obstacles, which can lead to rediscovery and self-empowerment. I received my MSW from Fordham University with a clinical concentration before completing post-graduate training at the prestigious Ackerman Institute. My goal is to encourage individuals, couples and families to cope better with their difficulties. My approach is collaborative, empathetic and non-judgmental in supporting you to find hope and meaning in your life. As an active listener, I bring a sense of calm to address your concerns.
I have extensive experience with clients who struggle with anxiety, depression, body-image, chronic illness and fertility issues, low self-esteem, and relational issues.
You can't change your situation, but you can change how you deal with it. I want to help you find your own inner voice to overcome obstacles, which can lead to rediscovery and self-empowerment. I received my MSW from Fordham University with a clinical concentration before completing post-graduate training at the prestigious Ackerman Institute. My goal is to encourage individuals, couples and families to cope better with their difficulties. My approach is collaborative, empathetic and non-judgmental in supporting you to find hope and meaning in your life. As an active listener, I bring a sense of calm to address your concerns.
(561) 933-5305 View (561) 933-5305

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