Chronic Illness Therapists in Pittsburgh, PA
I'm passionate about learning your story, focusing on what happened to you and meeting you where you are to work through it. I have extensive experience addressing social determinants of health, chronic illness, and trauma. I also have experience working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, adjustment disorder, grief, relationship issues, and more. Promoting inclusivity, advocacy, and trust are the cornerstones of expectations when meeting with me. Feel free to reach out and we can discuss your goals. I'd love to help you become the best version on yourself!
I'm passionate about learning your story, focusing on what happened to you and meeting you where you are to work through it. I have extensive experience addressing social determinants of health, chronic illness, and trauma. I also have experience working with anxiety, depression, PTSD, adjustment disorder, grief, relationship issues, and more. Promoting inclusivity, advocacy, and trust are the cornerstones of expectations when meeting with me. Feel free to reach out and we can discuss your goals. I'd love to help you become the best version on yourself!
Whether you are seeking guidance and support as you move through life changes, heal from the effects of trauma and abuse, or are grieving a death, or the loss of a relationship or job, I can help. My stance as a psychotherapist is collaborative and compassionate. My philosophy is holistic: Body/Heart/Mind/Spirit, each part of the whole, each in need of acknowledgment, care and kindness. With over 20 years experience practicing the healing art of psychotherapy, I am a trained clinician, and have worked as a therapist in mental health and addiction treatment agencies throughout the Pittsburgh/Tri-State area.
Whether you are seeking guidance and support as you move through life changes, heal from the effects of trauma and abuse, or are grieving a death, or the loss of a relationship or job, I can help. My stance as a psychotherapist is collaborative and compassionate. My philosophy is holistic: Body/Heart/Mind/Spirit, each part of the whole, each in need of acknowledgment, care and kindness. With over 20 years experience practicing the healing art of psychotherapy, I am a trained clinician, and have worked as a therapist in mental health and addiction treatment agencies throughout the Pittsburgh/Tri-State area.
My mission is to join with others in pursuit of healing, empowerment, & liberation. Those who work with me are often exploring issues of gender, sexuality, disability, racial identity, complex trauma, and relationships. We often focus on alleviating the anxiety, depression, and disconnection from self & others that can result from our lived experiences. Together, we work towards building self-understanding so you can make decisions about your life & relationships with awareness and intention.
My mission is to join with others in pursuit of healing, empowerment, & liberation. Those who work with me are often exploring issues of gender, sexuality, disability, racial identity, complex trauma, and relationships. We often focus on alleviating the anxiety, depression, and disconnection from self & others that can result from our lived experiences. Together, we work towards building self-understanding so you can make decisions about your life & relationships with awareness and intention.
I am experienced in helping LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals navigate life transitions, chronic illness management, gender/sexual identity concerns, anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, disordered eating, body image and complex trauma.
I try to weave a variety of interventions into what I hope feels like a conversation between two human beings. I understand that the therapy space can feel vulnerable and may be uncomfortable; I will work to earn your trust, get to know you as a person in the context of your life and do what I can to help you feel empowered.
I am experienced in helping LGBTQIA+ and neurodivergent individuals navigate life transitions, chronic illness management, gender/sexual identity concerns, anxiety, perfectionism, self-esteem, disordered eating, body image and complex trauma.
I try to weave a variety of interventions into what I hope feels like a conversation between two human beings. I understand that the therapy space can feel vulnerable and may be uncomfortable; I will work to earn your trust, get to know you as a person in the context of your life and do what I can to help you feel empowered.
I've worked with various populations throughout my career, including LGBTQ+, chronic illness, perinatal/postpartum, and substance use recovery, and one thing I've learned is that we're all just humans doing the best we can with what we have.
As a queer and chronically ill therapist, I understand how isolating it is to live in a world that wasn't made for you. Being chronically ill/disabled often comes with invisible grief and loss. Being LGBTQ+ is both beautiful and challenging, and sometimes it feels like you don't belong anywhere. I hope to create a sense of belonging in our work together.
I've worked with various populations throughout my career, including LGBTQ+, chronic illness, perinatal/postpartum, and substance use recovery, and one thing I've learned is that we're all just humans doing the best we can with what we have.
As a queer and chronically ill therapist, I understand how isolating it is to live in a world that wasn't made for you. Being chronically ill/disabled often comes with invisible grief and loss. Being LGBTQ+ is both beautiful and challenging, and sometimes it feels like you don't belong anywhere. I hope to create a sense of belonging in our work together.
Everyone experiences life in their own way and therefore our thoughts, feelings and perceptions are unique to each individual. Although words are our primary method of communication, words sometimes cannot fully express our emotions and experiences. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I use art making and creativity specified to meet your individual needs to help guide you and your family towards healing and wellness.
Everyone experiences life in their own way and therefore our thoughts, feelings and perceptions are unique to each individual. Although words are our primary method of communication, words sometimes cannot fully express our emotions and experiences. As a Registered and Board Certified Art Therapist (ATR-BC), as well as a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC), I use art making and creativity specified to meet your individual needs to help guide you and your family towards healing and wellness.
Holland Millure
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I am most competent in treating queer clients with chronic illness, chronic pain, and/or complex PTSD.
I believe that everyone has the potential to live the life that they want to live and make the necessary changes to get them there. It is often helpful to have a guiding and caring therapist by your side. I strive to support individuals experiencing depression or anxiety, or those feeling overwhelmed, lacking motivation to change, or struggling with interpersonal difficulties.
I am most competent in treating queer clients with chronic illness, chronic pain, and/or complex PTSD.
I believe that everyone has the potential to live the life that they want to live and make the necessary changes to get them there. It is often helpful to have a guiding and caring therapist by your side. I strive to support individuals experiencing depression or anxiety, or those feeling overwhelmed, lacking motivation to change, or struggling with interpersonal difficulties.
I am clinical psychologist providing diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy to adults. I use an integrative cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach to help my clients heal and grow. My work is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices, tailored to each individual’s unique needs and goals.
I am clinical psychologist providing diagnostic assessment and psychotherapy to adults. I use an integrative cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) approach to help my clients heal and grow. My work is collaborative and grounded in evidence-based practices, tailored to each individual’s unique needs and goals.
Katie Robb Sewall
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Pittsburgh, PA 15206
Waitlist for new clients
Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time.
Hello and welcome! I work primarily with adults experiencing emotional challenges. This often looks like depression, anxiety, or grief. I also work with individuals going through a transition in life, relationships, career, or health status. During a difficult season in life we are more open to learning new skills and perspectives.
Unfortunately, I am not accepting new clients at this time.
Hello and welcome! I work primarily with adults experiencing emotional challenges. This often looks like depression, anxiety, or grief. I also work with individuals going through a transition in life, relationships, career, or health status. During a difficult season in life we are more open to learning new skills and perspectives.
I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, disordered eating, body image, gender and sexual trauma, chronic illness, and grief.
I’m a white, queer, fat, cis woman pursing my Masters of Professional Counseling at Carlow University. I offer a collaborative space to explore identity, process trauma, and navigate systemic oppression. Rooted in trust and affirmation, my approach blends feminist, ACT, and IFS practices.
I support clients navigating anxiety, depression, disordered eating, body image, gender and sexual trauma, chronic illness, and grief.
I’m a white, queer, fat, cis woman pursing my Masters of Professional Counseling at Carlow University. I offer a collaborative space to explore identity, process trauma, and navigate systemic oppression. Rooted in trust and affirmation, my approach blends feminist, ACT, and IFS practices.
I work with trauma, chronic illness, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and relationship concerns.
I love working with clients who have felt misunderstood or pathologized - especially queer and neurodivergent folks navigating OCD, trauma, or intergenerational wounds. Many of the people I connect with are young adults moving through major life transitions or struggling to find meaning. They often want a therapist who can meet them with authenticity, humor, and honesty while also honoring the deeper questions they carry. My ideal client is seeking a space where their whole self is welcome, and where healing doesn’t have to look like masking, minimizing, or compromising their needs in order to make others more comfortable.
I work with trauma, chronic illness, neurodivergence, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, and relationship concerns.
I love working with clients who have felt misunderstood or pathologized - especially queer and neurodivergent folks navigating OCD, trauma, or intergenerational wounds. Many of the people I connect with are young adults moving through major life transitions or struggling to find meaning. They often want a therapist who can meet them with authenticity, humor, and honesty while also honoring the deeper questions they carry. My ideal client is seeking a space where their whole self is welcome, and where healing doesn’t have to look like masking, minimizing, or compromising their needs in order to make others more comfortable.
I believe that it is really important for a person to feel that someone truly hears and understands them. My approach is to create a space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood. From that place, we work together at helping you explore the life you want to live, including understanding and changing the obstacles that are getting in the way of your sense of self fulfillment and relatedness to others and the world.
I believe that it is really important for a person to feel that someone truly hears and understands them. My approach is to create a space where you can feel safe, valued, and understood. From that place, we work together at helping you explore the life you want to live, including understanding and changing the obstacles that are getting in the way of your sense of self fulfillment and relatedness to others and the world.
I am an LGBTQIA identified & affirming clinician who specializes in queer & trans identities, chronic illness and chronic pain, healing from trauma & abuse (including sexual trauma, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, and dysfunctional family systems), and attachment.
I am a genderqueer & pansexual identified clinician who specializes in queer & trans identity, chronic pain & illness, and healing from trauma. You could be a good fit for me if:
You feel like you are crumbling under the weight of
chronic pain and/or illness(es). Searching for help but
only getting perpetually dismissed by the systems that
were designed to 'help'.
You are a highly sensitive/empathic human trying to
navigate these difficult times.
You want to process past trauma—at your own pace.
You were/are the scapegoat/black sheep of your family.
You want to step into, process, or explore your sexual
and/or gender identity.
I am an LGBTQIA identified & affirming clinician who specializes in queer & trans identities, chronic illness and chronic pain, healing from trauma & abuse (including sexual trauma, domestic violence, narcissistic abuse, and dysfunctional family systems), and attachment.
I am a genderqueer & pansexual identified clinician who specializes in queer & trans identity, chronic pain & illness, and healing from trauma. You could be a good fit for me if:
You feel like you are crumbling under the weight of
chronic pain and/or illness(es). Searching for help but
only getting perpetually dismissed by the systems that
were designed to 'help'.
You are a highly sensitive/empathic human trying to
navigate these difficult times.
You want to process past trauma—at your own pace.
You were/are the scapegoat/black sheep of your family.
You want to step into, process, or explore your sexual
and/or gender identity.
Your life is complex and unique. The quality of your relationships, work, family, health, and stresses can affect your most authentic and calm state. Let us be your allies! We'd love to peacefully assist you as you navigate the changes and challenges life can bring. Calm believes in making complex issues accessible while maintaining an affirming environment that recognizes and respects each person's unique experiences. We also proudly offer a comprehensive suite of sexuality counseling, education, supervision, and consulting services designed to provide expert guidance and promote the well-being of individuals and communities.
Your life is complex and unique. The quality of your relationships, work, family, health, and stresses can affect your most authentic and calm state. Let us be your allies! We'd love to peacefully assist you as you navigate the changes and challenges life can bring. Calm believes in making complex issues accessible while maintaining an affirming environment that recognizes and respects each person's unique experiences. We also proudly offer a comprehensive suite of sexuality counseling, education, supervision, and consulting services designed to provide expert guidance and promote the well-being of individuals and communities.
My ideal client is a high-functioning individual carrying trauma, intrusive thoughts, or constant anxiety. You want relief from overwhelm, clarity about her patterns, and tools that actually work. You need a safe, structured space to understand your mind and body, process what’s been holding you back, and build confidence, stability, and long-term emotional balance.
My ideal client is a high-functioning individual carrying trauma, intrusive thoughts, or constant anxiety. You want relief from overwhelm, clarity about her patterns, and tools that actually work. You need a safe, structured space to understand your mind and body, process what’s been holding you back, and build confidence, stability, and long-term emotional balance.
As a psychotherapist and yoga therapist, I help clients identify and reach their personal goals utilizing an integrative approach that includes focusing on strengths, trauma informed care, and Polyvagal Theory. Clients dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, chronic pain and illness can expect a compassionate and collaborative environment to work on overcoming these challenges. Those who are looking to increase self-efficacy, develop tools for self regulation, and motivated to make change will be supported and empowered to access their innate healing capabilities.
As a psychotherapist and yoga therapist, I help clients identify and reach their personal goals utilizing an integrative approach that includes focusing on strengths, trauma informed care, and Polyvagal Theory. Clients dealing with anxiety, stress, depression, chronic pain and illness can expect a compassionate and collaborative environment to work on overcoming these challenges. Those who are looking to increase self-efficacy, develop tools for self regulation, and motivated to make change will be supported and empowered to access their innate healing capabilities.
I love to work with people who are struggling with anxiety, chronic illness, burn out, trauma, and many more things.
I have additional training in trauma, somatic experiencing, dialectical behavioral therapy, and I am constantly learning and expanding my knowledge of counseling and therapeutic approaches.
I love to work with people who are struggling with anxiety, chronic illness, burn out, trauma, and many more things.
I have additional training in trauma, somatic experiencing, dialectical behavioral therapy, and I am constantly learning and expanding my knowledge of counseling and therapeutic approaches.
Other areas of speciality include queerness, anxiety, disordered eating, life transitions, & chronic illness.
I believe that therapy is an intuitive and collaborative process. I view my work as a privilege, and believe that the therapeutic relationship is built over time. I hope to co-create a space of mutual growth with you, exploring pathways of healing, connection, and meaning. I bring humor, compassion, and support to our work together. In our sessions, we’ll explore the foundational patterns that shape your relationships with yourself, others, and the world.
Other areas of speciality include queerness, anxiety, disordered eating, life transitions, & chronic illness.
I believe that therapy is an intuitive and collaborative process. I view my work as a privilege, and believe that the therapeutic relationship is built over time. I hope to co-create a space of mutual growth with you, exploring pathways of healing, connection, and meaning. I bring humor, compassion, and support to our work together. In our sessions, we’ll explore the foundational patterns that shape your relationships with yourself, others, and the world.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based out of Pennsylvania. I received my Masters from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and have been practicing for 3 years. I help individuals looking to improve their relationships, mood, and overall life satisfaction. My approach to therapy focuses on building health, resilience, and connection – helping you move toward a life that feels vibrant and authentic.
Hi! I'm a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) based out of Pennsylvania. I received my Masters from Indiana University of Pennsylvania and have been practicing for 3 years. I help individuals looking to improve their relationships, mood, and overall life satisfaction. My approach to therapy focuses on building health, resilience, and connection – helping you move toward a life that feels vibrant and authentic.
Joanne R
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCM
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
I support adults facing:
- chronic illness or chronic pain
- depression and anxiety
- relationship challenges
- ADHD
- life transitions and identity shifts
To make therapy accessible, I offer evening and weekend appointments
Life can change quickly — through health challenges, relationship shifts, work stress, or major life transitions. When everything feels different, it’s natural to question your direction, your identity, or what your future might look like. My role is to help you navigate these moments with clarity, resilience, and a renewed sense of possibility.
I take a holistic approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to help you adjust your perspective, tap into your strengths, and build a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and genuinely fulfilling.
I support adults facing:
- chronic illness or chronic pain
- depression and anxiety
- relationship challenges
- ADHD
- life transitions and identity shifts
To make therapy accessible, I offer evening and weekend appointments
Life can change quickly — through health challenges, relationship shifts, work stress, or major life transitions. When everything feels different, it’s natural to question your direction, your identity, or what your future might look like. My role is to help you navigate these moments with clarity, resilience, and a renewed sense of possibility.
I take a holistic approach that honors the connection between mind, body, and spirit. My goal is to help you adjust your perspective, tap into your strengths, and build a life that feels meaningful, balanced, and genuinely fulfilling.
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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.