Chronic Illness Coping

Living with a long-term health condition can feel emotionally and physically exhausting. Therapy supports you in managing stress, maintaining hope, and improving daily coping.

Chronic illness coping refers to the emotional, mental, and behavioral adjustments individuals make when living with long-term health conditions such as diabetes, autoimmune disorders, chronic pain, heart disease, asthma, or neurological illnesses. These conditions often impact quality of life, mobility, independence, and self-esteem.

• Persistent worry about the illness or future

• Sadness, depression, or hopelessness

• Frustration with limitations

• Anger at the body or medical system

• Feeling like a burden

• Fear of flare-ups or symptoms worsening

• Isolation due to physical limitations

• Stress around frequent doctor visits or medication routines

• Sudden diagnosis

• Long periods of physical discomfort

• Loss of independence or mobility

• Lifestyle disruptions

• Financial stress due to medical costs

• Lack of social support

• Uncertain prognosis

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for managing negative thoughts

• Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help accept limitations and live meaningfully

• Chronic illness support groups

• Pain management techniques

• Mindfulness & relaxation strategies

• Family counseling

• Self-care and pacing strategies to prevent burnout

• Building a long-term health routine to increase control and stability

Therapists Experienced in This Area