Chronic Illness Therapists in Fort Worth, TX
Adjusting to life after a brain injury or coping with a complex medical diagnosis can feel overwhelming and isolating. You may struggle with uncertainty, frustration, or even depression as you navigate these changes. These experiences often bring a mix of grief for what has changed and anxiety about what lies ahead. It’s common to feel disconnected from your former self, caught in patterns of negative thinking, or unsure how to move forward. Together, we can create a safe, supportive space to explore these challenges, helping you rediscover resilience, build coping skills, and reclaim a sense of purpose and fulfillment in your life.
Adjusting to life after a brain injury or coping with a complex medical diagnosis can feel overwhelming and isolating. You may struggle with uncertainty, frustration, or even depression as you navigate these changes. These experiences often bring a mix of grief for what has changed and anxiety about what lies ahead. It’s common to feel disconnected from your former self, caught in patterns of negative thinking, or unsure how to move forward. Together, we can create a safe, supportive space to explore these challenges, helping you rediscover resilience, build coping skills, and reclaim a sense of purpose and fulfillment in your life.
Honored to accept new clients and supervisees! Are you struggling to manage anxiety or depression, increase your self-esteem, manage ADHD, or process trauma you have experienced in your life? We all need help navigating life's challenges. I'm so glad you're here. I am honored to provide you with a safe, warm, caring, and accepting environment to help you share your experiences and walk alongside you in your healing. I believe in working together to overcome difficulties, instill hope for the future, create positive and realistic coping strategies and goals, and help you get “unstuck” in the midst of what you are experiencing.
Honored to accept new clients and supervisees! Are you struggling to manage anxiety or depression, increase your self-esteem, manage ADHD, or process trauma you have experienced in your life? We all need help navigating life's challenges. I'm so glad you're here. I am honored to provide you with a safe, warm, caring, and accepting environment to help you share your experiences and walk alongside you in your healing. I believe in working together to overcome difficulties, instill hope for the future, create positive and realistic coping strategies and goals, and help you get “unstuck” in the midst of what you are experiencing.
I’m a dedicated mental health therapist specializing in working with adults and couples. With a Master's degree in clinical mental health and many years of experience in the field, I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe in the power of connection and open communication as essential components of the therapeutic process. I am Passionate about fostering personal growth and resilience, I am committed to supporting individuals and couples in achieving their mental health goals.
I’m a dedicated mental health therapist specializing in working with adults and couples. With a Master's degree in clinical mental health and many years of experience in the field, I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy. I believe in the power of connection and open communication as essential components of the therapeutic process. I am Passionate about fostering personal growth and resilience, I am committed to supporting individuals and couples in achieving their mental health goals.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum, grief, or chronic illness?
With specialized training and certifications in maternal mental health, mindfulness practices, EFT (Tapping), expressive arts, somatic therapies, and sound healing, I use practices that are customized to your individual needs. I offer a judgement-free space to express yourself freely as I support both your inner and outer healing.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, postpartum, grief, or chronic illness?
With specialized training and certifications in maternal mental health, mindfulness practices, EFT (Tapping), expressive arts, somatic therapies, and sound healing, I use practices that are customized to your individual needs. I offer a judgement-free space to express yourself freely as I support both your inner and outer healing.
On the outside, you look like you have it together. You’re capable, responsible, and the one others count on. But inside, you’re exhausted, overthinking everything, and quietly wondering why nothing ever feels like enough. You second-guess your decisions, put your needs last, and feel guilty any time you try to set a boundary.
You’re tired of people-pleasing, self-doubt, and carrying everyone else’s expectations. You want to trust yourself, speak up without guilt, and stop feeling like you’re “too much” or “not enough.” You’re ready to understand your patterns, build real confidence, and create a life that actually feels like yours.
On the outside, you look like you have it together. You’re capable, responsible, and the one others count on. But inside, you’re exhausted, overthinking everything, and quietly wondering why nothing ever feels like enough. You second-guess your decisions, put your needs last, and feel guilty any time you try to set a boundary.
You’re tired of people-pleasing, self-doubt, and carrying everyone else’s expectations. You want to trust yourself, speak up without guilt, and stop feeling like you’re “too much” or “not enough.” You’re ready to understand your patterns, build real confidence, and create a life that actually feels like yours.
Adulting is tough! Managing multiple stressors in the modern world post-COVID is a challenge many individuals and families are struggling with. Seeking mental health support while meeting the challenges of everyday life can help restore a sense of confidence and hope. My name is Dr. Ann Wilder and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help find the best solution to meet your personal therapy goals. I enjoy working together with individuals, couples and families to determine the most effective way to impact change.
Adulting is tough! Managing multiple stressors in the modern world post-COVID is a challenge many individuals and families are struggling with. Seeking mental health support while meeting the challenges of everyday life can help restore a sense of confidence and hope. My name is Dr. Ann Wilder and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has worked in the field of mental health for over 25 years. I will work collaboratively with you to help find the best solution to meet your personal therapy goals. I enjoy working together with individuals, couples and families to determine the most effective way to impact change.
Melissa
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC
3 Endorsed
Fort Worth, TX 76107
Waitlist for new clients
My personal experience with caregiving and living with chronic illness has helped me to understand the nuances involved in these spaces.
Beginning therapy is an opportunity to process challenges, strengthen coping skills, and build emotional connection. Whether you are managing illness, supporting a loved one, or adjusting to life’s transitions, I provide a supportive and compassionate space to explore your experience and move toward balance. If you’re ready, I invite you to reach out.
My personal experience with caregiving and living with chronic illness has helped me to understand the nuances involved in these spaces.
Beginning therapy is an opportunity to process challenges, strengthen coping skills, and build emotional connection. Whether you are managing illness, supporting a loved one, or adjusting to life’s transitions, I provide a supportive and compassionate space to explore your experience and move toward balance. If you’re ready, I invite you to reach out.
I help individuals facing chronic illness, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma explore their symptoms and reconnect with their mind and body so they can move forward with confidence.
Are you tired of telling your story over and over again? Maybe you've had a bad previous experience with another therapist, a doctor, a friend, a colleague. You've been trying to hold it together but feeling exhausted and no one seems to understand. Or perhaps you and your partner have been going in circles arguing over the same thing and feeling farther apart than ever. Your body feels unpredictable, the advice you get is confusing, and you're tired of feeling dismissed. You want real understanding, less shame, and to feel more connected to yourself. You want clarity, confidence, and to finally feel heard.
I help individuals facing chronic illness, anxiety, life transitions, and trauma explore their symptoms and reconnect with their mind and body so they can move forward with confidence.
Are you tired of telling your story over and over again? Maybe you've had a bad previous experience with another therapist, a doctor, a friend, a colleague. You've been trying to hold it together but feeling exhausted and no one seems to understand. Or perhaps you and your partner have been going in circles arguing over the same thing and feeling farther apart than ever. Your body feels unpredictable, the advice you get is confusing, and you're tired of feeling dismissed. You want real understanding, less shame, and to feel more connected to yourself. You want clarity, confidence, and to finally feel heard.
Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, chronic illness or pain, trauma, infertility, hormonal challenges, relationship wounds, gaslighting, spiritual abuse, and recovery after difficult or narcissistic relationships.
I have over 30 years of experience in counseling. I have helped many clients improve and find relief while struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, trauma, wellness, recovery from a narcissistic partner, chronic illness/pain, women's hormonal issues, and infertility.
Many of my clients struggle with anxiety, depression, chronic illness or pain, trauma, infertility, hormonal challenges, relationship wounds, gaslighting, spiritual abuse, and recovery after difficult or narcissistic relationships.
I have over 30 years of experience in counseling. I have helped many clients improve and find relief while struggling with anxiety, depression, sexual abuse, trauma, wellness, recovery from a narcissistic partner, chronic illness/pain, women's hormonal issues, and infertility.
As a child and adult who still experiences chronic illness myself, I understand the challenges that can arise from such difficulties.
Everyone has some sort of baggage, pain, or issues that can make them feel stuck in life. I get it and have been there myself. So instead of coming at you with every therapy or skill in the book, I promise to first be with you, and present in where you’re at. I won’t rush you but instead will help you within your own timeframe. The therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy and we want to make sure it's the right fit. This is why I offer a free 20 min phone consultation because you matter. Partnering together means having a healthy respect for you and the process.
As a child and adult who still experiences chronic illness myself, I understand the challenges that can arise from such difficulties.
Everyone has some sort of baggage, pain, or issues that can make them feel stuck in life. I get it and have been there myself. So instead of coming at you with every therapy or skill in the book, I promise to first be with you, and present in where you’re at. I won’t rush you but instead will help you within your own timeframe. The therapeutic relationship is the most important part of therapy and we want to make sure it's the right fit. This is why I offer a free 20 min phone consultation because you matter. Partnering together means having a healthy respect for you and the process.
I work with individuals, couples, and families with ADHD, chronic illness, gender dysphoria, and identity or relationship stress.
You're searching for support that honors your identity and meets you where you are. I believe every client brings a unique story into the therapy room, and I tailor my approach to reflect that. Through collaborative goal-setting, we'll work together toward the life you want. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, or life's stressors, you're not alone in this process!
I work with individuals, couples, and families with ADHD, chronic illness, gender dysphoria, and identity or relationship stress.
You're searching for support that honors your identity and meets you where you are. I believe every client brings a unique story into the therapy room, and I tailor my approach to reflect that. Through collaborative goal-setting, we'll work together toward the life you want. Whether you're navigating identity, relationships, or life's stressors, you're not alone in this process!
Does chronic illness impact your life?
Life’s challenges and stressors do not have to take over. You can live a life with greater ease no matter your experiences. Your dream is to feel hopeful. To relax. To feel heard and understood. To stop reliving your traumas, worries and fears. To learn how to re-frame your thoughts and feelings in a way that brings greater positive energy to your life.
Does chronic illness impact your life?
Life’s challenges and stressors do not have to take over. You can live a life with greater ease no matter your experiences. Your dream is to feel hopeful. To relax. To feel heard and understood. To stop reliving your traumas, worries and fears. To learn how to re-frame your thoughts and feelings in a way that brings greater positive energy to your life.
Tired of ChatGBT - AI counseling and ready to take the next step in processing who you were, who you are now, and who you would like to be moving forward? I can help navigate you through the existential thoughts, feelings of overwhelm and fears that a lot of us are facing on a daily basis. We contend with so much as humans and I believe that together, human and human, we can find ways to challenge these stressors and anxieties and prioritize joy, acceptance, meaning, purpose and beauty. Whether you are going through a life transition, grief, or identity de/reconstruction, I can help guide you along the way.
Tired of ChatGBT - AI counseling and ready to take the next step in processing who you were, who you are now, and who you would like to be moving forward? I can help navigate you through the existential thoughts, feelings of overwhelm and fears that a lot of us are facing on a daily basis. We contend with so much as humans and I believe that together, human and human, we can find ways to challenge these stressors and anxieties and prioritize joy, acceptance, meaning, purpose and beauty. Whether you are going through a life transition, grief, or identity de/reconstruction, I can help guide you along the way.
I believe in the innate ability of the body to heal itself. However, due to trauma and other distressing life events this inner wisdom can get blocked or thwarted. My goal is to help you work through that "stuckness" or "block" in order to get back to that optimal state of health and wellbeing.
I believe in the innate ability of the body to heal itself. However, due to trauma and other distressing life events this inner wisdom can get blocked or thwarted. My goal is to help you work through that "stuckness" or "block" in order to get back to that optimal state of health and wellbeing.
I am a licensed professional counselor and a Ph.D. candidate with clinical experience starting in 2005. I assist individuals, couples, and families in resolving issues such as ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Aging, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Life Coaching, Family Conflict, Emotional Disturbance, Life Transitions, Job Stress, Grief, and many more. I use a mix of Couples ACT, EFT, EMDR, DBT, CBT, MBCT, and many more. I believe in building on my client's strengths to attain the growth and changes they want to achieve.
I am a licensed professional counselor and a Ph.D. candidate with clinical experience starting in 2005. I assist individuals, couples, and families in resolving issues such as ADHD, Anger Management, Anxiety, Coping Skills, Behavioral Issues, Aging, Bipolar Disorder, Borderline Personality, Career Counseling, Codependency, Depression, Domestic Abuse/Violence, Life Coaching, Family Conflict, Emotional Disturbance, Life Transitions, Job Stress, Grief, and many more. I use a mix of Couples ACT, EFT, EMDR, DBT, CBT, MBCT, and many more. I believe in building on my client's strengths to attain the growth and changes they want to achieve.
Excelsior Therapy works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, even offering adult and teen anger management classes. We believe that using cognitive testing and evidenced-based interventions with the collaboration of clients creates the most positive impact on helping clients meet their goals. In addition, to these therapeutic specialties, Excelsior Therapy is connected with a medical team that can assist with medication management that many clients have come to appreciate.
Excelsior Therapy works with individuals, couples, families, and groups, even offering adult and teen anger management classes. We believe that using cognitive testing and evidenced-based interventions with the collaboration of clients creates the most positive impact on helping clients meet their goals. In addition, to these therapeutic specialties, Excelsior Therapy is connected with a medical team that can assist with medication management that many clients have come to appreciate.
I offer you a space to be heard and understood without judgment. A place of safety, compassion, and support. You are valuable, and you have a story. We all experience life uniquely based on our genetics, biopsychosocial influences, and cultural views. Counseling is a personal and collaborative process. We will work together to explore, excavate, and identify growth limiting factors in your life. And when you are ready, I offer a fresh perspective backed by a toolbox of evidence-based techniques and methodologies to help you live your most satisfying life.
I offer you a space to be heard and understood without judgment. A place of safety, compassion, and support. You are valuable, and you have a story. We all experience life uniquely based on our genetics, biopsychosocial influences, and cultural views. Counseling is a personal and collaborative process. We will work together to explore, excavate, and identify growth limiting factors in your life. And when you are ready, I offer a fresh perspective backed by a toolbox of evidence-based techniques and methodologies to help you live your most satisfying life.
In our lives, there is not always an obvious path. Choices and decisions can be extremely confusing. You may wonder, "How did I end up here?" Therapy can offer incredibly important moments of reflection and insight. My goal, as your therapist, is to invite you into the process of paying attention, being heard, and discovering your needs. Therapy requires trust, and the relationship that emerges between us will hopefully be significant and meaningful in your life.
In our lives, there is not always an obvious path. Choices and decisions can be extremely confusing. You may wonder, "How did I end up here?" Therapy can offer incredibly important moments of reflection and insight. My goal, as your therapist, is to invite you into the process of paying attention, being heard, and discovering your needs. Therapy requires trust, and the relationship that emerges between us will hopefully be significant and meaningful in your life.
As a counselor who has worked in hospital and private practice settings for more than twenty years, I have deep experience helping people with a broad range of issues and concerns. We will focus on the skills and abilities you already have to reach treatment and recovery goals that you define. You don't have to hurt to heal. You can begin to feel better right now.
As a counselor who has worked in hospital and private practice settings for more than twenty years, I have deep experience helping people with a broad range of issues and concerns. We will focus on the skills and abilities you already have to reach treatment and recovery goals that you define. You don't have to hurt to heal. You can begin to feel better right now.
You may appear all together on the outside but anxiety, past experiences, relationship strain, or chronic stress is keeping you out of balance. If this sounds familiar, you're in the right place! I work with teens, adults, and couples who want therapy that is inclusive, grounded, compassionate, and practical.
You may appear all together on the outside but anxiety, past experiences, relationship strain, or chronic stress is keeping you out of balance. If this sounds familiar, you're in the right place! I work with teens, adults, and couples who want therapy that is inclusive, grounded, compassionate, and practical.
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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.