Chronic Illness Therapists

Browse 12 licensed therapists on Psychology.com who work with chronic illness. Each profile explains their approach, focus areas, and how to reach them.

Chronic illness therapists help people live with a diagnosis that is not going away: the grief, the fear of the next test, the identity shift and the strain on relationships. Look for someone who has worked alongside medical teams and understands that fatigue shapes session planning. 12 therapists on Psychology.com list chronic illness; profiles show session format, because many of these clients prefer video.

12 therapists who work with chronic illness

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Alessandra Snavely
LMFT
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the California board, checked Oct 2, 2026
“EMDR therapy for teens and adults ready to feel more grounded, trust themselves, and move forward.”
You may feel anxious, overwhelmed, or exhausted from always pushing through. Maybe your mind rarely slows down, you question yourself when something goes wrong, or feel guilty setting boundaries and making room for your own needs. I help teens and adults with anxiety…
AnxietyTrauma and PTSDSelf EsteemDepressionRelationship Issues+2 more
In practice
11 years
Style
warm, collaborative, flexible
Languages
English
Licensed in
CA
Fee
$185 per session
Insurance
Aetna
Sessions
Telehealth
Location
Santa Barbara, California
View profile Message (805) 448-0171
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Adrianna Crouch
MS, LCPC, LMHC, LPCC, NCC
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the Maryland board, checked Sep 29, 2026
“Pivot Back to You”
Drawing on both personal experience and professional training, I understand the challenges clients face when navigating difficult or overwhelming circumstances. I operate from the principle that clients are the experts in their own lives, and my role is to support them…
ADHDAnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSD+24 more
In practice
7 years
Style
direct, humorous, challenging
Languages
English
Licensed in
MD, FL, IN, NM
Fee
$155 to $175 per session
Insurance
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, UnitedHealthcare +3 more
Sessions
Telehealth
Location
Md-Fl-In-Nm
View profile Message (386) 243-5515
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Dobritte Norris
LMHC, MEd
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the Maine board, checked Sep 29, 2026
Life can feel overwhelming when anxiety, depression, past trauma, grief, relationship struggles, or everyday stress begin to take over. I provide a warm, supportive space where we can work together to understand what’s keeping you stuck, let go of old patterns, and…
AnxietyDepressionRelationship IssuesStressTrauma and PTSD+18 more
In practice
20 years
Style
warm, direct, exploratory
Languages
English
Licensed in
ME, MA
Fee
$150 per session · sliding scale
Insurance
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +3 more
Sessions
Telehealth and in person
Location
Searsport, Maine
View profile Message (508) 699-4900
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Joseph Ciufo
LMSW
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the New York board, checked Sep 30, 2026
“Sessions are available online from 9 AM to 9 PM.”
I help adults, couples, and families navigate anxiety, depression, bipolar, borderline, OCD, PTSD, and relationship challenges. Find relief from unwanted thoughts, intense mood shifts, and past trauma. I also offer identity-affirming care for LGBTQ individuals and…
Bipolar DisorderObsessive-Compulsive (OCD)Borderline Personality (BPD)AnxietyDepression+22 more
Style
structured, collaborative, exploratory
Languages
English
Licensed in
NY
Fee
$130 to $160 per session · sliding scale
Insurance
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +5 more
Sessions
Telehealth and in person
Location
Rochester, New York
View profile Message (315) 810-9319
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Sheri Galens
MA, LPC
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the Michigan board, checked Sep 29, 2026
“A space to feel heard, understand yourself more deeply, and become your most authentic self.”
You may look like you’re holding it all together while feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or stuck in the same patterns. I work with adults navigating anxiety, trauma, relationship challenges, grief, and life transitions. Together, we can make sense of what you’re…
AnxietyDepressionRelationship IssuesStressGrief and Loss+9 more
In practice
25 years
Style
supportive, warm, challenging
Languages
English
Licensed in
MI
Fee
$90 to $125 per session · sliding scale
Insurance
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +4 more
Sessions
In person
Location
Royal Oak, Michigan
View profile Message (248) 928-4955
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Gail Poust
LMFT, MSc
✓ NPI matchIdentity matched to the federal NPI Registry, checked Oct 2, 2026
“Therapy for the hardest chapters of reproductive life: fertility, loss, postpartum, PMDD, perimenopause, and OCD. Online for adults anywhere in California.”
I work with adults facing the hardest chapters of reproductive life: postpartum depression, anxiety, and rage; frightening intrusive thoughts and postpartum OCD; infertility and the strain of trying to conceive; grief after miscarriage, stillbirth, or termination for…
Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)PostpartumInfertilityAnxietyDepression+16 more
In practice
12 years
Style
collaborative, practical, warm
Languages
English
Licensed in
CA
Fee
$180 per session
Insurance
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +4 more
Sessions
Telehealth
Location
Berkeley, California
View profile Message (510) 945-3194
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Robin Bryant PH.D.
PhD
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the New York board, checked Sep 12, 2026
“Direct, out-of-network psychotherapy and couples therapy focused entirely on your breakthroughs, not insurance protocols.”
I work with troubled individuals and couples suffering from dissatisfaction in their lives. For couples, relationships suffer from chronic misunderstandings and subsequent loss of connection. By talking about feelings either individually in therapy or with your partner…
Relationship IssuesMarital and PremaritalADHDFamily ConflictParenting+10 more
In practice
20 years
Style
warm, supportive, collaborative
Languages
English
Licensed in
New York
Fee
Ask about fees
Insurance
Self-pay
Sessions
Telehealth
Location
New York, New York
View profile Message (917) 751-5109
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Jeanne Prinzivalli
LMFT, MA
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the California board, checked Sep 30, 2026
“Virtual therapy for burnt-out adults and couples in California. Find your energy, set boundaries, and feel like yourself again.”
Running on empty? Saying yes to everyone but yourself, with self-care always at the bottom of the list? Our therapists at Blossom Wellness help tired, burnt-out adults find energy and passion for life again, set boundaries that stick, and figure out where to start.…
AnxietyRelationship IssuesSelf EsteemDepressionStress+20 more
In practice
16 years
Style
collaborative, supportive, warm
Languages
English
Licensed in
CA
Fee
$110 to $250 per session
Insurance
Aetna, Cigna, UnitedHealthcare +9 more
Sessions
Telehealth
Location
Los Angeles, California
View profile Message (323) 879-7809
Jacob Templeton
LCSW
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the Wisconsin board, checked Sep 12, 2026
“Renew Your Mind, Transform Your Life”
I can help you heal traumatic memories, improve relationships, build a resilient mindset, regulate your emotions and nervous system, optimize your brain health, strengthen healthy habits, deepen your spirituality, and develop better financial habits to support…
Self EsteemPhobiasAnxietyDepressionStress+30 more
In practice
9 years
Style
practical, warm, supportive
Languages
English
Licensed in
AZ, MN, WI
Fee
$70 to $100 per session · sliding scale
Insurance
Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield, Cigna +7 more
Sessions
Telehealth
Location
I only counsel people living in, Arizona
View profile Message (602) 688-2293
Lynn R. Zakeri
LCSW
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the Illinois board, checked Sep 29, 2026
Lynn Zakeri has experience with children, adolescents, adults and families. She is practical, and focuses a lot on coping mechanisms and strategies. She has had success working with past and present clients on issues such as anxiety, depression, work ethics/motivation…
AnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and Loss+21 more
In practice
10 years
Licensed in
Illinois
Fee
Ask about fees
Insurance
Self-pay
Sessions
Telehealth and in person
Location
Skokie, Illinois
View profile (847) 933-9220
Mr. Eddie Reece
MS, LPC
Not getting along? You've come to the right place. Many of the problems people face involve relationships. Improving relationships is a mainstay of counseling. Call now to find out how you can improve the relationships in your life! I can also help with stress, anxiety…
AnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and Loss+30 more
In practice
19 years
Licensed in
Georgia
Fee
Ask about fees
Insurance
Self-pay
Sessions
Telehealth and in person
Location
Alpharetta, Georgia
View profile Message (770) 671-1814
Sam Pow
MSW
✓ License verifiedLicense verified with the California board, checked Sep 29, 2026
“Healing, empowerment and evolution. I'm here to help you reparent your inner child and heal your most primal wounds. We'll also work on actionable coping skills”
I love supporting neurodiverse folks with struggles like suicidal ideation, Borderline, DID, PTSD, psychosis, depression, anxiety and substance use. I will help you heal wounds, reclaim safety, rebuild trust, create meaning, find your voice and connect to your higher…
AnxietyDepressionStressTrauma and PTSDGrief and Loss+43 more
In practice
13 years
Style
supportive, collaborative, humorous
Languages
English
Licensed in
CA
Fee
Ask about fees · sliding scale
Insurance
Self-pay, sliding scale
Sessions
Telehealth and in person
Location
West Hollywood, California
View profile Message (747) 245-5853

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Frequently asked questions

How do I find a therapist who specializes in chronic illness?

Psychology.com lists 12 licensed therapists who work with chronic illness. Browse their profiles to see each therapist's approach, focus areas, and how to reach them, then contact the ones who feel like a good fit. Many offer a free introductory call.

What type of therapist treats chronic illness?

A range of licensed professionals treat chronic illness, including clinical social workers (LCSW), professional counselors (LPC/LMHC), marriage and family therapists (LMFT), and psychologists (PhD/PsyD). Each profile on Psychology.com shows the therapist's credentials and the concerns they focus on.

Can I see a chronic illness therapist online?

Many therapists who work with chronic illness offer online (telehealth) sessions as well as in-person appointments. Check an individual profile to see how that therapist meets with clients.