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Spoonie Strong Counseling and Career Services

Experienced counselor offering teleheath services to people living in state of Alabama, United States. Techniques used in therapy include cognitive behavioral therapy, career construction, life designing. I also specialize in helping people with forced career transitions and exploring their options after being diagnosed with a chronic illness, like EDS/HSD. Counselor lives with multiple health conditions herself, including hEDS and POTS.

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Help & Hope Counseling

Mesa, AZ · Mental Health

Transforming the Whole You — Mind, Body, and Relationships I help individuals and families—especially those in military and rural communities—move through trauma, grow through complex grief, and restore their most important relationships. I also help when drinking a little too much or turning to food feels like the only way to cope, working together to rebuild body trust and create healthier patterns. In addition, I support families navigating neurodivergence, developmental disabilities, and complex medical conditions—such as fibromyalgia, TBIm, PCOS, CKD and EDS—with understanding, practical tools, and compassion. I use a neurodivergent affirming framework and specialize in Play Therapy addressing trauma, anxiety, and concerns of neurodivergent individuals and families virtually (children ages 7-11). I use creative modalities with all ages to push past your comfort zone so you can grow and move from surviving to thriving. My primary expertise is as a Certified Trauma Therapist (Level 1), with a focus on C-PTSD, nervous system regulation, somatic integration, Flash Technique and parts work. I also specialize in complex grief from my years in hospice. I use play therapy and IFS to help clients of all ages process childhood trauma. My approach combines IFS, Play Therapy, Flash Technique and somatic, body-based modalities, and I offer biblical integration upon request. I will work with couples, reserving those limited spots for couples seeking faith-based support within a Gottman framework. With confidential, in-network telehealth (including TRICARE) , you can connect with a provider who understands your culture while being outside your local community —giving you both privacy and access when nearby options are limited. My approach to therapy: I offer a free 15-minute consultation to ensure a good fit. If I’m not the right provider, I’ll connect the client with another clinician in our team or the community. I’m also comfortable working with clients who are on the edge of outpatient versus IOP, providing extra sessions when needed and referring out if appropriate. Aetna BlueCross BlueShield AmeriBen CIGNA – Evernorth UMR AHCCS (Native Americans only) TriCare-West

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Desert Heart Counseling

Phoenix, AZ · Mental Health

Desert Heart Counseling provides trauma-informed therapy for individuals seeking healing, connection, and growth. Based in Phoenix, AZ, I specialize in trauma and sex therapy, supporting clients in rebuilding trust with their bodies, relationships, and inner selves. My approach is warm, grounded, and integrative—drawing from modalities such as Somatic Experiencing, EMDR, NARM, and other body-based therapies to help clients move toward balance and authenticity.

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Be Balanced Counseling, LLC

Tempe, AZ · Mental Health

I have hEDS myself. Additionally, I have extensive psychotherapy training and certifications in trauma modalities (EMDR and IFS). This included relational and developmental trauma, medical trauma, single incident trauma, and complex trauma. I am trained in DBT therapy which I use to teach clients tangible skills in the areas of mindfulness, emotions regulation, interpersonal skills, and managing distressing emotions and situations. I also have personal experience in navigating and coping with the multi-faceted challenges that exist with having EDS as well as managing the complexities of the medical system.

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Iridescent Counseling Centers

Tempe, AZ · Mental Health

I am a counselor and I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, so I understand some of the unique struggles of individuals with EDS and chronic illness. I can help you, whether you are struggling with anxiety, depression, pain, trauma, or trying to create the best version of yourself. No matter your symptoms or difficulties we will work as a team to improve your well-being. I am positive, straightforward, and honest. I utilize humor, tangible tools that can be applied immediately, and strength-based interventions to help you achieve your individualized goals quickly and effectively making it possible for you to accomplish long-lasting change. Let’s make a change in your life today!

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Help & Hope Counseling - Tucson

Tucson, AZ · Mental Health

Transforming the Whole You — Mind, Body, and Relationships I help individuals and families—especially those in military and rural communities—move through trauma, grow through complex grief, and restore their most important relationships. I also help when drinking a little too much or turning to food feels like the only way to cope, working together to rebuild body trust and create healthier patterns. In addition, I support families navigating neurodivergence, developmental disabilities, and complex medical conditions—such as fibromyalgia, TBIm, PCOS, CKD and EDS—with understanding, practical tools, and compassion. I use a neurodivergent affirming framework and specialize in Play Therapy addressing trauma, anxiety, and concerns of neurodivergent individuals and families virtually (children ages 7-11). I use creative modalities with all ages to push past your comfort zone so you can grow and move from surviving to thriving. My primary expertise is as a Certified Trauma Therapist (Level 1), with a focus on C-PTSD, nervous system regulation, somatic integration, Flash Technique and parts work. I also specialize in complex grief from my years in hospice. I use play therapy and IFS to help clients of all ages process childhood trauma. My approach combines IFS, Play Therapy, Flash Technique and somatic, body-based modalities, and I offer biblical integration upon request. I will work with couples, reserving those limited spots for couples seeking faith-based support within a Gottman framework. With confidential, in-network telehealth (including TRICARE) , you can connect with a provider who understands your culture while being outside your local community —giving you both privacy and access when nearby options are limited. My approach to therapy: I offer a free 15-minute consultation to ensure a good fit. If I’m not the right provider, I’ll connect the client with another clinician in our team or the community. I’m also comfortable working with clients who are on the edge of outpatient versus IOP, providing extra sessions when needed and referring out if appropriate. Aetna BlueCross BlueShield AmeriBen CIGNA – Evernorth UMR AHCCS (Native Americans only) TriCare-West

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Kos House Therapy, PLLC

Bentonville, AR · Mental Health

Hey there! I’m Kendyl Hovis, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) practicing in Arkansas, and additionally licensed as an LPC in both Colorado and Missouri. I’m so glad you’re here! With over 10 years of experience in mental health, I’ve had the joy, or should we say kos, of helping people navigate life’s challenges and discover their most authentic selves. I thrive most working with life’s ebbs, flows, and transitions, LGBTQIA+ issues and gender exploration, and PTSD/trauma recovery—including religious trauma and deconstruction. As a GALAP Pledge signer, I’m proud to support the LGBTQIA+ community as an ally, with single-session assessments for letters of support. I’m trauma informed and EMDR trained, equipped to assist clients with working through difficult and distressing experiences they may feel stuck on, and moving forward towards a calmer and peaceful self. I also have experience with managing anxiety, depression, self esteem, ADHD (fellow ADHD-er!), chronic health/pain (EDS/POTS/etc.) and relationship issues. Genuine connection is at the heart of everything I do. My approach to therapy is warm, laid-back, and real—I believe in creating a safe, welcoming space where you can show up as your true self. Whether we’re laughing together or digging into the tough stuff, my goal is to walk alongside you as you grow, heal, and step into the life you truly want—embracing your own kos. When I am not providing therapy, I have a passion for working with LACs as they pursue their terminal licenses. As a supervisor, I’m here to cheer you on, provide the support you need, and give you space to grow and shine as a helping professional. Much like with my clients, I offer a safe, judgment-free space to grow your clinical skills, learn what they didn’t teach you in school, and discuss the difficult parts of being a counselor. My aim is to help you as much as I can on your way to your professional goals and find your kos in the therapy room along the way. Whether you’re looking for therapy or supervision, I’d be honored to join you in finding and creating kos together! I look forward to connecting to create a space where you can feel seen, heard, and empowered to embrace your truest self!

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Bedrock Psychiatry

Little Rock, AR · Mental Health

Bedrock Psychiatry is a privately-owned outpatient psychiatric clinic that provides quality mental health treatment to children, adolescents, and adults. We offer treatment for a variety of mental health needs, including depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, gender dysphoria, PPD, PMDD, and psychiatric manifestations of chronic illnesses. We use electronic prescribing, and offer Genesight testing, Spravato, and telemedicine services.

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Sarah Brinkman Somatic Psychotherapy

CA · Mental Health

I provide somatic, body-based psychotherapy in the state of California. I support individuals navigating the emotional impacts of health-related challenges– including experiences of loss, isolation, fear and changes to self-identity. My approach focuses on cultivating resilience from within and making empowered choices to manage stress and anxiety effectively. (I am particularly passionate about supporting folks living with Ehlers Danlos and hypermobility spectrum disorders)

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Psychotherapy Associates of Orange County

Aliso Viejo, CA · Mental Health

As a psychodynamic socioemotional therapist, I have the tools to help you realize your fullest emotional potential by assisting you in the understanding of who you are and who you can become. Often, our greatest limitations are the best indicators of our strengths.

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Feelings and Rainbows

Fullerton, CA · Mental Health

I specialize in working with LGBTQ individuals by providing a safe and affirming environment. Some of my areas of interest include: gender identity and exploration, queer disability, gender and gender related issues, life transitions, couples/relationships, non-normative families. I work with folks that identify as neurodiverse, creative/artistic, and academic. My practice includes providing clinical supervision to pre-licensed clinicians. I use an integrative model incorporating systems theories, existential theory, queer and feminist theory into my work with both clinicians and clients. As a supervisor, I mostly utilize a structural family therapy model (Satir) emphasizing interactions and relationships. I’m interested in examining self of the therapist, building multicultural competency and expanding social justice work.

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Rachelle Bloksberg MA, LMFT - California Telehealth 119841

Grass Valley, CA · Mental Health

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and all the co-occurring conditions that come with it impact all areas of your life. Coping with so many things can be overwhelming. Navigating the healthcare system can be stressful, frustrating and exhausting. It is possible to live a fulfilling life with EDS. You can find things that work for you and improve your quality of life. You need support from someone who understands what you’re going through. I get it. I’ve been there. I understand what it’s like to have new challenges pop up unexpectedly. I know what it’s like to cancel plans at the last minute when your body just isn’t up to doing anything. I specialize in Chronic Illness/Pain, Neurodiversity, Adult ADHD, Autism, Trauma, Medical Trauma, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Relationships, Addictions, Substance Use, Parenting, Women who have left DV relationships, Self-improvement, Self-Esteem, Sleep Issues, Nutrition for Mental Health, Poly & Open Relationships. I live with EDS, PoTS, MCAS, Hashimoto’s, ADHD, and all that come with them.

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Baird Integrated Therapy

Los Angeles, CA · Mental Health

I am a counselor who specializes in working with ADHD, ASD, and EDS. As a person with EDS myself I know how challenging it can be to find mental health care that fully understands what it is like to deal with the challenges that come with having EDS.

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Blair Lord, LCSW

Los Angeles, CA · Mental Health

I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Eagle Rock, Los Angeles with over 10 years experience providing mental health therapy. I am focused on holistic and practical approaches to care through a blend of talk therapy, nutrition, energy management, biofeedback, and nervous system regulation. In sessions, I focus on building positive relationships with clients and understanding how their nervous system has responded in times of danger and safety. Together, I work with clients to build pathways forward, to heal and nurture your nervous system into a state of wellness and connectedness. I received my Master of Social Work Degree with a concentration in mental health from West Virginia University in 2011. In 2021 I went on to complete a certificate from the Polyvagal Institute for Foundations in Polyvagal Informed Practice. Outside of private practice I have worked as a director in a social justice non-profit, addiction researcher, residential reentry therapist, and criminal-legal reform advocate. I work with people across California with chronic illness, neurodivergence, chronic pain, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I have EDS and have a deep passion for working with others in the chronic illness community.

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Keene Counsel - Los Angeles

Los Angeles, CA · Mental Health

I am a licensed mental health therapist, certified substance use counselor in California, Oregon, and Washington, and an approved clinical supervisor in Oregon, and Washington as well as a National Certified Counselor. I’m also a yoga teacher and draw from a hyper-mobile informed yoga practice. I’ve spent nearly a decade in community mental health and nonprofit co-occurring treatment and leadership. My practice moved toward chronic illness therapy after I was diagnosed with MS in 2019, I’m also a hEDS zebra with MCAS, Dysautonomia, and accompanying disorder stars across the chronic constellation. I use my experience in practice at times and will share with you when it’s useful.

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Kimberly Gibson Counseling Services

Los Angeles, CA · Mental Health

Hi! I am a LPCC (Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor) an ATR (art therapist registered) with over 20 years of clinical expertise. I am also trained in EMDR. I enjoy providing neurodiversity affirming therapy (online or in person) to teens and adults who want to better understand their nervous systems, their thoughts and feelings. Please reach out and we can work together to meet your goals.

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Teddy Goyer, M.S., LMFT

Los Angeles, CA · Mental Health

Hello! I’m Teddy – I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist providing Telehealth therapy in CA. I specialize in queer-, trans-, and neurodiversity-affirmative therapy. My approach is rooted in a social-justice, anti-oppressive, affirming, and trauma-informed lens. Working from the social model of disability, I combine talk therapy with support, tools, and accommodations for navigating neurodivergence, disability, and other marginalized identities in a world often not designed to meet our needs. I received my Masters Degree in Counseling with an option in Marriage and Family Therapy from California State University, Northridge and my Bachelor’s Degree in Theater with an emphasis in design and production from University of California, Los Angeles.

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Monarch Rising Therapy

Mission Viejo, CA · Mental Health

Hi, I’m Victoria! (she/they) As a lived-experience therapist, I specialize in neurodiversity-affirming therapy for individuals navigating eating disorders, chronic illness, and identity exploration. My goal is to provide a brave, non-judgmental space where you can reflect on your experiences, reclaim agency over your life, and develop strategies that align with your unique strengths and values. I believe that you are the expert on your own story , and in our work together, I will encourage you to trust yourself more deeply and move toward healing in a way that feels right for you. I offer online individual therapy for adults and teens across California , providing accessible and affirming care that meets you where you are. Whether you’re exploring your relationship with food and body, living with a chronic illness, or navigating life as a neurodivergent person, I’m here to support you with a therapy experience that prioritizes collaboration and consent.

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Sonoma Therapy

Oakland, CA · Mental Health

I offer virtual psychotherapy services in the state of California. I have an eclectic therapy style, and incorporate elements of mindfulness, somatic experiencing, expressive arts therapy, compassion focused therapy, parts work, and more. I have developed a relationship with many of these healing modalities through lived experience on my own healing journey. I also use trauma informed, strengths based, liberation psychology, and decolonial frameworks when working with clients. This means that I work in a non-pathologizing way, and often call attention to the ways in which trauma, systemic oppression, colonization, and capitalism shape our experiences and contribute to our suffering. Your feelings are not a problem to be diagnosed; your feelings are essential to your survival. Humans need other humans in order to survive and thrive, and healing relational wounds happens in relationships, including the therapeutic relationship. We will work together to build trust over time, and explore what it is like to navigate through life’s journey in your body. I support clients in becoming more acquainted with their bodies and learning how to be more deeply attuned to the messages your body gives you. This practice can help you understand how, where, when, and with whom to set boundaries, and discerning when being disconnected is the most appropriate response. It can also support you in feeling more deeply connected to yourself, other beings, and the world around you. In sessions, I will invite you to engage in a variety of practices. Although taking risks and trying out new tools can help us grow, I trust that you know best about what you need, and I will always respect your “no” if you decline an invitation. You are the expert on your experience, and I am a guide on your journey. My practice is inclusive for individuals who live in marginalized identities. I often support clients who identify as neurodivergent, chronically ill, disabled, queer, trans, people of the global majority, and more. I am committed to practicing deep empathy for the different ways we experience joy and suffering, and oppression and liberation, regardless of whether we share the same identities. Our identities impact all of our relationships, and I welcome discussion about how identity shows up in therapy. I work under the supervision of Katherine Nguyen, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT #108943) and Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC #7232).

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Private Practice of Dr. Emily B. Fine, Ph.D., QME

Ontario, CA · Mental Health

Dr. Fine understands firsthand that managing complex medical conditions, such as EDS/HSD, MCAS, and POTS, often accompanied by mental health challenges, can feel overwhelming. She provides personalized and evidence-based psychotherapy, including EMDR, CBT, CBT-i, and DBT, and is here to help you: advocate for yourself plan and prioritize a schedule for your medical appointments that feels more manageable to reduce risk of burnout treat psychological trauma, including PTSD, due to medical gaslighting, and psychological and physical trauma from medical procedures treat anxiety related to medical appointments and procedures treat depression due to your medical conditions connect you to helpful resources and additional community support for managing your medical conditions You are the expert on your body, and Dr. Fine wants to help you be heard. Dr. Fine also conducts neuropsychological evaluations of ADHD and cognitive decline due to medical conditions, traumatic brain injury (TBI), stroke, and dementia. She conducts psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for SDI/SSDI disability, pre-surgical requirements, and fitness-for-duty. Dr. Fine is able to understand, empathize, and problem solve with patients on a different level, as she also lives with MCAS, POTS, HSD, Systemic Lupus Erythematosus, Familial Mediterranean Fever, Hashimoto’s Disease, Endometriosis, ADHD, MDD, and medically-related trauma.

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Reframe Counseling

Orange, CA · Mental Health

I am a Marriage and Family Therapist licensed in California providing telehealth (online) counseling services to adult clients. With over 13 years of experience, I offer a blended, yet present-focused approach to healing and well-being. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, insomnia, addiction, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, and ADHD. I have extensive experience in working with anxiety and depression in adults. I am neurodiversity affirming and also specialize in working with parents of neurodivergent children, as well as adults diagnosed with ADHD later in life. I believe that the therapeutic relationship and rapport building are vital in helping clients get the most out of their counseling experience. My role is to help support my clients in creating attainable goals that they can succeed in accomplishing.

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Lisa Belvy, Ph.D.

Orinda, CA · Mental Health

I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in health psychology. I specialize in working with clients with EDS and HSD, and live with hEDS myself. I can assist with pain, sleep, stress, medical trauma and medical decision-making, preparing for and unpacking doctor’s appointments, communicating about your condition, and achieving health goals. I can also help with anxiety, depression, grief, and nervous system regulation. Through telehealth, I am able to work with anyone in the state of California. I run a weekly virtual EDS support group for adults living with EDS/HSD that is truly the highlight of my week. Neurodivergent, queer, and disabled folx, and people of the global majority are welcomed and affirmed in our group and in my individual therapy practice.

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Christina Sandman, Ph.D.

Pasadena, CA · Mental Health

Dr. Christina Sandman is a clinical psychologist who specializes in mindfulness-based (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical Behavior Therapy) psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, grief, emotion dysregulation, and coping with chronic health conditions (EDS, POTS, autoimmune disorders). She provides compassionate and effective therapy to adults in person in Pasadena or virtually throughout California. Using a personalized and empathetic approach, she helps people find relief from overwhelming emotions, greater self-acceptance, and a stronger connection to what is truly meaningful in life. She values providing LGBTQ+ affirming, trauma-informed, and culturally-sensitive care. She obtained her M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a minor in Health Psychology from the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA), where she trained in evidence-based therapy and conducted research in the UCLA anxiety and Depression Research Center. She completed postdoctoral fellowship in a group private practice, The Clinic of California, where she gained additional expertise in chronic health conditions, medical invalidation, and trauma.

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Massage Enby/Spa Jones

Pasadena, CA · Mental Health

I am a massage therapist with 3 years of experience working on and educating clients with hEDS/HSD and their comorbid conditions such as POTS, Autism, ADHD, MCAS, and a variety of other nerve and chronic pain disorders. I also work with geriatric and pregnant clients. Most of my specialization comes from hands-on experience and independent research. Clients report feeling comfortable and safe in our sessions, and generally claim to experience tension and pain relief for days-weeks after. My office is a safe and welcoming environment for queer and trans clients.

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Stillpoint Therapy Collective

Pasadena, CA · Mental Health

Systemic therapy for navigating ableism. Relational, Systemic, Anti-Oppressive, Identity-Affirming care Specialized approaches for PTSD, Psychosis, Gender Dysphoria & Chronic Stress Individual, Relationship (2-5 people), and Group Therapy services Flexible accommodations in cancellation fees, phone/video sessions, & communication support Callista Cox , MA, Associate Marriage & Family Therapist #141253 Providing Virtual Therapy throughout California as an Associate at Stillpoint Therapy Collective Supervised by Kristen Crowe, LPCC #5451, BC-DMT #1267

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Pivotal Point Therapy A Professional Clinical Counselor Corporation

San Diego, CA · Mental Health

Natalie Nibler Escobedo is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC 6394) in the State of California. Natalie is also licensed to practice in Oregon,Colorado,Michigan, New York and New Hampshire. She has over 11 years of experience working with individuals, couples, families, and groups. She has a Master of Arts in Counseling Psychology with a focus in Organizational Consulting earned at Pacific University in Hillsboro Oregon. She received a Bachelor of Science in Psychology from Western Oregon University in Monmouth Oregon. Natalie has lived experience with chronic illness (EDS) and utilizes the awareness of the topic to inform her work with others with chronic conditions and medical traumas. She has worked in inpatient and residential treatment facilities for adults as well as adolescents in both Oregon and California. In those settings, she provided individual therapy, family, and group therapy services. Additionally, she has worked in the Employee Assistance Program (EAP) setting providing couples therapy, individual therapy, and crisis intervention. She has specialized training in crisis intervention, dual-diagnosis, addiction treatment, and trauma work. Her last role prior to going into private practice full time was working in her community as a member of the Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT Clinician) and responding to Mental Health crises alongside The San Diego Police Department. Natalie has experience working with Anxiety Disorders, Attention Deficit Disorders (ADD/ADHD), Mood Disorders (Depression and Bipolar), Autism Spectrum, Dual Diagnosis (Substance abuse and a Mental Health Disorder), Eating Disorders, Adoption/foster care (Adjustment/Attachment disorders), Complex Post Traumatic Stress Disorder/OSDD, Military & First Responders, Couples therapy and Trauma-oriented psychotherapy. She has received training in the following evidence-based practice therapy models: Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR & EMDR 2.0), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP) Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Solution-Focused, Strength-Based, Strategic Therapy, Dialectical Behavioral (DBT), Developmental Meeting Needs Strategy (DMNS), Ego States and is Internal Family Systems informed. She is an EMDR Certified Therapist and also a Consultant-in-Training through EMDRIA. Natalie is passionate about continued personal and professional growth, as such, she regularly completes advanced clinical training.

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The Atypical View: Neurodiverse Therapy and Coaching

San Diego, CA · Mental Health

Lauren is a mental health therapist who has personal lived experience being diagnosed with hEDS, POTS and other chronic health conditions. She is also autistic and ADHD and specializes in neurodivergence and works with individuals to manage chronic pain. Seeing therapy clients in CA and Coaching clients worldwide. Lauren uses somatic practices to build mindfulness and reduce dissociation as well as support clients in reducing the brain’s pain signals (yes the brain plays a role in how much pain we feel!)

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Kasey Balin, LMFT

San Francisco, CA · Mental Health

I am a psychotherapist located in San Francisco, Ca. I currently only work remotely on Zoom, so I am able to work with clients who live anywhere in California. I have many years of experience supporting clients with various types of EDS. My style is warm, compassionate, and non-judgmental. I offer a free 20 minute phone consultation to explore if we are a good fit. If I am currently full, I am happy to try and assist in making a solid referral.

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Alison Bateman, Ph.D., C-DBT

San Jose, CA · Mental Health

I have had a private practice since 2005, and see adults ages 18+ for individual and group psychotherapy. I also am available to serve as an expert witness, particularly in the areas of substance use disorders, and DBT interventions. I am available for in-person sessions in Redwood City, CA (limited availability), as well as virtual sessions for folks in California. My biggest areas of interest include mood and anxiety disorders; stress management; substance use disorders; LGBTQIA+-related issues; and chronic illness and pain. I have specialized training in Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and Hypermobility Spectrum Disorders (HSD). I enjoy working with older adolescents and adults of all ages, and have notable experience with young adults. I am in-network with Aetna and also see folks who are out-of-network and wish to pay out of pocket. I have an eclectic approach to therapy tailored to each person and presenting problems, but the main approaches I use are Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT, in which I hold a certification), and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT). I also incorporate mindfulness and Motivational Enhancement/Motivational Interviewing into my work. I have a warm, non-judgmental, and collaborative approach. My work tends to be a combination of support, education, proactive interventions, and building skills for coping. It’s very important to me that the people I see in my practice feel like the goals they set are being met and that we can agree on a reasonable time frame to see progress.

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Holistic Mental Health

Santa Ana, CA · Mental Health

I also have a passion for supporting the chronic illness community. As someone with multiple life-altering chronic illnesses [including hypermobility spectrum disorder (HSD)], I know first-hand how impactful these diagnoses can have on an individual and family system. I practice therapy through a non-judgmental, non-pathologizing stance, aiming to guide you in exploring the values in your life that are most important to you. My goal as a therapist is to stand in the gap, expanding the care that I can provide through the emotional support to families (and the people who care for them). Along with my Masters in Marriage and Family Therapy, I also have my Masters in Palliative Care. I have worked as a palliative care counselor as well as facilitating grief groups for bereaved parents. As an intern therapist, I volunteered for MaxLove Project and provided hundreds of hours of therapy to children, teens, individuals, couples, & families.

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Michal Lepley

Sherman Oaks, CA · Mental Health

Therapy with Michal Rogers, LCSW. Specialties include the LGBTQIA community, painful sex, ADHD, and sex therapy.

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Axis Mundi Center

Sonoma, CA · Mental Health

I am a medical advocate for someone with HSD/hEDS and have learned a lot about Ehlers-Danlos in the process of that. I work with many clients who have chronic illnesses or disabilities, including different subtypes of Ehlers-Danlos. I have lived experience with medical complexity, chronic illness, and disability; my work is deeply grounded in the values and practice of [disability justice.](https://wid.org/moving-from-disability-rights-to-disability-justice/) I see therapy as a journey we are on together. I meet clients where they’re at, and help them trust their own needs and experience. I’m direct in my interventions, but I also recognize the power in the therapist’s role and strive to hold it gently and mindfully. You are the expert on you. Therapy has a reputation of being very cognitive; you come to therapy to generate new thoughts and new ideas, to get advice. But that approach to therapy leaves out an important and powerful part of ourselves; the part that feels. Most people come to therapy because we want to feel different in life. But if we want to change the way we feel, we have to connect to the parts of us that feel in the first place. I guide clients through stopping and noticing feelings as they experience them, in the moment. Getting outside the narrative and attending directly to our felt experience in this way helps us learn from and transform it; creating new neurological connections in the brain which can move us toward healing and experiencing life differently, from the bottom up.One important way to do this is through our bodies. The mind and body are inseparable; thoughts, emotions, body functions, sensations, movements, nerves, and biochemicals are all interconnected. Often we notice emotions first by the way they make our bodies feel. But your body is not just a barometer of our mental health. It is also a tool we can use to feel better. Somatic therapy uses body awareness, movement, and other techniques to calm your nervous system, work with dissociation, process grief and traumatic experiences, deal with chronic pain, increase self care, improve communication with others, set boundaries, and handle challenging situations more effectively. I love working somatically. It is both powerful and gentle, a tool that clients can start using right away to change how they experience their lives. My therapy practice is informed by the values of social justice and anti-oppression activism. These are not just abstract political concepts to me; they deeply influence who I am and how I see the world. My own experiences with marginalization have taught me how important it is to approach my clients with honesty, non-judgment, and cultural humility. I engage in ongoing training to increase my competence with a diversity of clients and cultures. My own identities are: white, Jewish, queer, trans/non-binary, and a member of the fat-liberation and disability-justice communities.

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[re+active] therapy and wellness

Torrance, CA · Mental Health

Integrated Therapy Atre+active, we offer comprehensive, interdisciplinary therapy services designed to support people with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and related conditions. Our team of licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists, psychologists, speech therapist, yoga therapists, and pilates instructors work collaboratively to deliver personalized treatment that addresses the whole person, not just isolated symptoms. We specialize in treatment of conditions like: Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) Hypermobility Spectrum Disorder (HSD) Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS) Dysautonomia Mast Cell Actication Syndrome (MCAS) Craniocervical Instability (CCI) Functional Neurological Disorder (FND) Functional seizures (formerly know as PNES) Long-COVID Syndrome Fibromyalgia Persistent post-concussion syndrome Dizziness Chronic pain Insomnia Each client begins with a free consultation so you can decide if we are the right fit for you. From there, we develop an individualized plan of care that may include: Physical therapy for improving mobility, coordination, strength, and endurance while addressing autonomic and sensory regulation. Occupational therapy for enhancing daily function, energy conservation, sensory processing, sleep, and executive functioning. Psychological support including cognitive behavioral therapy and mind-body techniques for managing anxiety, trauma, and adjustment to chronic illness. Yoga therapy and pilates to support nervous system regulation, body awareness, and enjoyable movement in a safe, accessible way. You can learn more about us [here,](https://www.reactivept.com/zebra) and sign up for a free online consultation by filling out our application [here](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfG8SniqJjlAqsBaSLiXgmgB0FcpzBc5sO9QBljXF3G5OEvyQ/viewform). Online Membership (available in all 50 states and worldwide) We also offer an online membership program , where you gain access to expert-led workshops, educational resources, live classes, and a supportive community — all focused on helping you manage symptoms and build a more fulfilling, empowered life from wherever you are. Classes include: Mat Pilates for Hypermobility Modified yoga for dysautonomia, hypermobility, FND Paced exercise for dysautonomia Educational workshops on HSD, POTS/dysautonomia, etc. Learn more [here.](https://reactive.mykajabi.com/zebra-membership?gl=18dibstgaNjM5MzA5MjExLjE2NzI5MzkxMTA.ga0KSK08J3RSczE3NDg5NjQ3MDAkbzMzOCRnMSR0MTc0ODk2ODE3OCRqNjAkbDAkaDA.) Telehealth Services We offer telehealth services in the following states: Texas: PT, OT, and psychology Colorado: PT Florida: PT All states/countries: Online membership (see above), yoga therapy, personal training

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Stafford Psychology

Tucson, CA · Mental Health

I provide psychotherapy (telehealth only) to adults and older adults with EDS and commonly co-occurring conditions. For people who have also been identified as autistic, ADHD, etc., I work from a neurodiversity-affirming perspective. I often work with adult-diagnosed individuals. As a psychologist, I do not prescribe medications. I also do not accept insurance at this time. However, if your insurance provides for out-of-network coverage, I am happy to give you paperwork (a “superbill”) for your insurance company to reimburse you. My practice is telehealth only. I am a member of PSYPACT in the United States, which allows me to see you if you live in a state that is participating. You can see if your state is a member here: https://psypact.gov/page/psypactmap

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Heart Strings Therapy

Ventura, CA · Mental Health

My practice specializes in supporting individuals with EDS and chronic illnesses, offering a compassionate space to work through the unique challenges of these conditions. I am a licensed psychologist and have multi-state license in both California (#33158) and Oregon (#4026). I offer telehealth appointments throughout Oregon and California, as well as in-person availability in Ventura, CA. I understand that the physical pain, fatigue, and uncertainty of EDS can make it hard to get through daily life, let alone manage the endless stream of medical appointments and advocacy demands. Many of my clients come to me feeling emotionally isolated, burned out, and grieving the loss of a life they once envisioned. Together, we explore ways to reclaim control, build resilience, and create a life that honors your reality without losing sight of hope. Through therapy, I help clients: Process the grief and emotional weight of living with a chronic illness. Develop tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Strengthen self-compassion and reduce the isolation that comes with invisible conditions. Learn strategies to cope with the unpredictability of symptoms while finding joy and meaning in life again. You’ve likely spent so much energy trying to hold it all together—managing your symptoms, keeping up with life, and trying to be understood by those around you. What if you didn’t have to spend every ounce of energy just surviving? Together, we’ll carve out a path that helps you find moments of calm, connection, and clarity, even amidst the challenges of EDS. Check out my website to learn more about me and my practice at: [heartstringstherapy.net](https://www.heartstringstherapy.net/chronic-illness)

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Alison Murphey, LMFT

West Hills, CA · Mental Health

Living with chronic pain is exhausting—and often, very lonely. Maybe you feel betrayed by your body, angry at medical professionals who haven’t listened, or weighed down by grief over the life you imagined before pain took center stage. Pain touches everything—your relationships, your work, your sense of self—and many don’t understand that the emotional toll is often just as heavy as the physical. You may even find yourself neglecting your body in frustration. And while some days you may manage, on the hard days, it can feel like there’s no light at the end of the tunnel. In therapy, you’ll find a safe space to process the anger, grief, and fear that come with chronic pain. Together, we’ll build coping tools for hard days and unpack the impact of these experiences. You’ll learn healthier ways to care for yourself, advocate for your needs, and begin living with more peace and freedom—even when pain is still part of your story. As both a therapist and someone who personally understands the challenges of chronic pain, I bring compassion, expertise, and lived experience to our work. Using approaches like EMDR, we’ll address both the trauma of pain and its impact on your daily life. Visit my website to schedule a free consultation today. I can’t wait to hear from you.

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Axis Integrated Mental Health

Aurora, CO · Mental Health

Axis Integrated Mental Health is a holistic, integrative mental health clinic specializing in treatment-resistant depression and major depressive disorder, which can be a result of chronic pain conditions like EDS. We are one of the few BIPOC mental health providers in the area and believe that all the pieces matter when we’re talking about mental health. We offer psychiatry, therapy, and treatment all in one place, including TMS, ketamine infusions, and Spravato. TL;DR: You can learn more about us here: https://www.cbsnews.com/amp/colorado/news/colorado-mental-health-clinic-pro-bono-program/ Why Choose Axis Integrated Mental Health We Offer Holistic Mental Health Treatment Axis Integrated Mental Health is focused on providing each patient with holistic mental health treatment. Our hour-long detailed intake process allows us to determine your unique mental health needs. We take the time to listen to your experiences to help guide you in your mental health journey.We believe in creating a unique holistic mental health plan that focuses on caring for both your brain and body. While 15-minute medication management appointments are the norm for other clinics and primary care physicians, we schedule 30-minute follow-up appointments to ensure that we understand how you are truly feeling and offer you the best treatment possible. We Treat a Wide-Range of Mental Health Conditions At Axis Integrated Mental Health, we offer treatment for various mental health conditions.[Treatment-resistant depression](https://axismh.com/treatment-resistant-depression-trd/) [Major depressive disorder](https://axismh.com/major-depressive-disorder/) [Postpartum depression](https://axismh.com/postpartum-depression/) [Bipolar disorder](https://axismh.com/bipolar-disorder/) [Seasonal affective disorder (SAD)](https://axismh.com/seasonal-affective-disorder-sad/) [Anxiety](https://axismh.com/anxiety-treatment/) [Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)](https://www.axismh.com/service/ptsd) [Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) ](https://axismh.com/adhd/) [Obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD)](https://axismh.com/obsessive-compulsive-disorder-ocd/) [Burnout](https://axismh.com/burnout/) [Covid depression](https://axismh.com/covid-depression/) [Paid Mental Health Leave](https://www.axismh.com/service/paid-mental-health-leave) [Deprescribing](https://www.axismh.com/service/paid-mental-health-leave) If you are suffering from mental health issues, Axis Integrated Mental Health is ready to assist you with getting the holistic treatment you need. We are[transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS)](https://axismh.com/transcranial-magnetic-stimulation-tms/) specialists.We can work with you to determine if TMS is the right treatment for you and also determine your insurance eligibility. It is a safe and non-invasive treatment that can be used in combination with other therapies and provides effective relief within a reasonable time frame. We are the ONLY clinic in Colorado that offers TMS for Medicaid patients. We offer convenient late and weekend hours We understand how challenging it can be to take care of yourself when work and life get in the way. We can accommodate appointments until 7pm and on Saturdays to help you get treatment without missing work. We are an award-winning clinic named ColoradoBiz Magazine’s top startup of the year in 2024, a Colorado Company to Watch, a Top-100 Woman owned business, Best of Mile High™ Mental Wellness Clinic in 2024 and an Aurora Hall of Fame Winner for Best mental health clinic.

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Special Care Clinic Children’s Hospital Colorado

Aurora, CO · Mental Health

Learn about the causes, symptoms diagnosis and treatment of Ehlers-Danlos syndrome.

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Erin Shobe, Colorado Therapist and Autism/ADHD Assessor - Denver

Denver, CO · Mental Health

I offer individual, partner, and family therapy, from a neurodivergent informed lens, as well as ADHD and Autism Assessment for adults. I believe you are the expert in you – and that I am merely a guide to help you explore and uncover that expert within yourself. My work is rooted in a deep commitment to really see you and provide a safe space where you can get to know yourself, find greater ease, and grow beyond the patterns that may keep you from the life you hope to live. My clients have many different kinds of diagnosis (or none at all). I am often a good fit for empaths, neurospicy, and highly sensitive & creative types who are hoping to address complex PTSD/developmental trauma. I’m passionate about working with LGBTQ+ clients. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Aside from the letters behind my name, I am a therapist who believes in the connection between body, mind, and spirit, and these are things I explore with my clients to help them find balance.

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Inner Alchemy Therapy

Denver, CO · Mental Health

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and the founder of Inner Alchemy Therapy, a private practice based in Colorado offering neurodivergent-affirming care for individuals navigating OCD, chronic illness, and trauma. My approach is grounded in lived experience—I live with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome and understand firsthand how complex and invisible these conditions can be. I specialize in supporting clients with EDS, POTS, MCAS, and related diagnoses, especially when symptoms intersect with anxiety, trauma, and neurodivergence. My approach blends evidence-based practices with a holistic perspective, integrating Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Inference-Based CBT (I-CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and parts work. I work from a strengths-based, person-centered, and social justice-oriented lens, drawing from a range of modalities to meet each client where they are.

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Sondermind

Denver, CO · Mental Health

I am a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist with over 15 years of experience working with youth and adults. I consider myself an “eclectic” provider and use a person-centered, trauma-informed approach. I am EMDRIA certified, and use DBT, CBT, Play & Art Therapy, mindfulness, and solution-focused techniques. My therapeutic style is warm, empathetic, and non-judgmental. I provide Telehealth services only. I am fully licensed in Missouri & Colorado

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Ammonite Therapy

Fort Collins, CO · Mental Health

If you’re longing for a space to slow down, to speak honestly, and to be held fully in all that you’re carrying right now—you’re in the right place. Here, healing and growth are understood as a layered, ongoing process—like the chambers of an ammonite.

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Ammonite Therapy - Fort Collins

Fort Collins, CO · Mental Health

If you’re longing for a space to slow down, to speak honestly, and to be held fully in all that you’re carrying right now—you’re in the right place. Here, healing and growth are understood as a layered, ongoing process—like the chambers of an ammonite.

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Emily Watkins

Hartford, CT · Mental Health

I am a psychiatrist specializing in seeing patients with non-psychiatric chronic illnesses and/or disabilities such as EDS.

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Greta MacMillan LCSW

Madison, CT · Mental Health

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Brandywine Psyhology

Wilmington, DE · Mental Health

My name is Dr. Chrissy Cammarata, and I am a licensed and board-certified psychologist. I specialize in working with youth with chronic illnesses as well as anxiety and OCD spectrum behaviors and eating disorders. I grew up in Michigan and graduated with my PhD in Clinical Psychology from Central Michigan University (Fire up Chips!). I specialize in coping and managing chronic illnesses as well as the emotional stressors that come along with adjusting to the unpredictability and pain/fatigue that comes along with things like EDS and POTS. In my free time, I enjoy spending time with husband and our 2 boys and collecting pictures of cats that I would adopt if my son wasn’t allergic.

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Godfrey-Smith Counseling

Washington, DC · Mental Health

Are you navigating the intersection of being chronically ill, queer, and/or neurodivergent in a world that doesn’t seem to have been built for you? Learning to love all the parts of yourself is so much more challenging when you’re surrounded by systems and structures that aren’t affirming or flexible. Many of us in these communities navigate issues such as sensory sensitivity, relationship struggles, chronic dysregulation, and executive dysfunction. As a queer neurodivergent person with EDS, I understand the complexities and unique challenges you may face. Compassion is at the center of my approach. I offer therapy through telehealth to be accessible even amidst a flare. I provide both individual and couples therapy.

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Mix Thomas Therapy

Washington, DC · Mental Health

I am a therapist and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) proudly serving LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and chronically ill communities in DC/MD/VA. I understand the huge overlap of EDS and HSD with neurodivergence and queerness, and I love being able to help people feel seen where all of their identities intersect. I specialize in working with folks who identify under the LGBTQIA+ umbrella , including gender identity, chronic illness as well as individuals and couples who practice polyamory, consensual non-monogamy, kink/BDSM. I see clients virtually and in person in my office in Washington DC.

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NP Home Assess

Washington, DC · Mental Health

I treat adults with Anxiety, Depression, ADHD, OCD and PTSD. I also see patients with chronic complex conditions such as EDS, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome and Dysautonomia. While I see patients with these conditions my main focus is psychiatry and how these complex conditions affect mental health through medication management and lifestyle modifications.

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Stone Counseling & Consulting Services, LLC

Longwood, FL · Mental Health

At Stone Counseling & Consulting Services, we are dedicated to helping you achieve your mental health and wellness goals. Based in Longwood, Florida, our practice offers holistic therapy and professional consulting tailored to meet your unique needs. Whether you’re seeking individual counseling, clinical supervision, professional consulting, and/or custom, we’re here to help you every step of the way! Becky personally lives with hEDS. She (finally) got her diagnosis after approximately 25 years of experiencing symptoms, researching, self-advocating, battling the related exhaustion (mental/emotional and physical), and dealing with the associated life impacts. She understands how difficult living with chronic health conditions can be and all that comes along with it, and she’s here to help. Becky enjoys working with a diverse range of clients. She provides a safe environment for people to be open about their life experiences and concerns and fosters the ability for clients to grow and achieve their goals. Identifying clients’ personal strengths and abilities is a very important part of counseling, and Becky will work with clients to utilize their innate assets to overcome challenges. Becky believes there is no “one size fits all approach” to counseling, as each client and their concerns are unique. While Becky’s primary treatment modality is based in cognitive-behavioral therapy (an evidence-based best practice therapy), she is an eclectic therapist, integrating or borrowing many aspects of other treatment modalities and techniques, creating a truly custom whole-person approach for each client.

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Influential Therapy

Miami, FL · Mental Health

Hi, I’m Mel, a graduate intern therapist who works with teens, young adults, and adults living with invisible conditions that are often misunderstood or overlooked. Many of the people I support have spent years feeling dismissed or gaslit by others, including medical providers, and carry the weight of chronic stress, trauma, and self-doubt. I work with individuals navigating chronic pain, illness, fatigue, and disability, especially when those experiences are shaped by trauma, perfectionism, or neurodivergence. My approach focuses on helping clients understand the connection between what they have lived through and how they feel now so they can begin to feel more grounded, validated, and in control.

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Lake Nona Behavioral Health

Orlando, FL · Mental Health

Susan is a Registered Clinician Social Work Intern with experience working with children and teens diagnosed with hypermobility EDS. Susan works with children ages 3-15 and their families to help provide comfort and mental health support.

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SoulTrek Counseling and Consulting

Orlando, FL · Mental Health

My name is Lauren Gulla, I’m a licensed mental health counselor (LMHC). I specialize in working with trauma survivors, particularly those who have endured various forms of trauma, such as childhood sexual abuse, domestic violence, emotional abuse, verbal abuse, and physical abuse, as well as chronic illness and medical trauma. I utilize various trauma-informed therapies to ensure that my clients receive the empathetic care they need to navigate these complex challenges. I recognize that every person’s journey is unique and rely on a person-centered approach to support clients. My approach goes beyond addressing symptoms; I empower clients to build an understanding of their triggers and coping mechanisms. One of my key areas of focus is helping individuals break free from harmful coping mechanisms like substance abuse, eating disorders, and self-harm. I create a safe and supportive environment for clients to explore healthier alternatives and regain control over their lives. My overarching goal is to enhance the overall quality of life for my clients. Please know that you’re not alone in your journey; I’m here to offer a listening ear, support, and guidance in a safe and compassionate space. Reaching out for help can be a significant step towards healing and recovery. Your story is unique, and I am here to understand your specific needs and work with you to achieve your goals.

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Alissa Sheldon, PhD, PLLC

Pembroke Pines, FL · Mental Health

Find top-rated psychologist near you specializing in cognitive-behavioral approach for effective psychological care.

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Balanced Minds Psychology and Wellness - Saint Petersburg

Saint Petersburg, FL · Mental Health

Hi my name is Emily Warren! I am a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida! I work with many folks with chronic health conditions – including EDS, hypermobility, and many related conditions! If you have survived trauma, are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer/LGBTQ+, or have attachment or complex trauma that needs an alternative, holistic, or somatic approach we could be a wonderful fit for therapy! I take an affirming and relational approach to mental health care and strive to create a comfortable, empathetic, and inclusive therapeutic space that celebrates diversity, promotes acceptance, and encourages vulnerability. I offer individual, couples, and group therapy – in-person in St. Pete or virtual in Florida. If you are seeking community, I offer a young adult virtual chronic health support group for those in Florida! I support clients in cultivating a cohesive relationship with the self and foster effective communication between their body, mind, and feelings. I practice trauma-informed and I draw from various therapeutic modalities including relational, DBT, attachment therapy, somatic therapy, queer and neurodiversity-affirming care, IFS, EMDR, ACT, CPT, CBT, & more. As safe as it can feel to walk this world alone, you deserve to live an authentic and joy filled life. I invite you to reach out and challenge you to take up space, process your emotions, and be vulnerable in a safe space. Therapy is so much more than a service, it is a relationship. If you feel I might be the right fit for you, let’s talk and find out! I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to answer any questions you might have, offer details about my services, and to ensure we are a great fit for therapy! Feel free to check out my psychology today profile to learn more about me and what I offer. https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1333560

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Professional Designation: LMHC, NCC, MS, Ed.S

Saint Petersburg, FL · Mental Health

Hi my name is Emily Warren! I am a licensed mental health counselor based in Florida! I work with many folks with chronic health conditions – including EDS, hypermobility, and many related conditions! If you have survived trauma, are neurodivergent, disabled or chronically ill, queer/LGBTQ+, or have attachment or complex trauma that needs an alternative, holistic, or somatic approach we could be a wonderful fit for therapy! I take an affirming and relational approach to mental health care and strive to create a comfortable, empathetic, and inclusive therapeutic space that celebrates diversity, promotes acceptance, and encourages vulnerability. I offer individual, couples, and group therapy – in-person in St. Pete or virtual in Florida. If you are seeking community, I offer a young adult virtual chronic health support group for those in Florida! I support clients in cultivating a cohesive relationship with the self and foster effective communication between their body, mind, and feelings. I practice trauma-informed and I draw from various therapeutic modalities including relational, DBT, attachment therapy, somatic therapy, queer and neurodiversity-affirming care, IFS, EMDR, ACT, CPT, CBT, & more. As safe as it can feel to walk this world alone, you deserve to live an authentic and joy filled life. I invite you to reach out and challenge you to take up space, process your emotions, and be vulnerable in a safe space. Therapy is so much more than a service, it is a relationship. If you feel I might be the right fit for you, let’s talk and find out! I offer a free 15 minute phone consultation to answer any questions you might have, offer details about my services, and to ensure we are a great fit for therapy! Feel free to check out my psychology today profile to learn more about me and what I offer. https://www.psychologytoday.com/profile/1333560

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Endeavor to Hope Counseling, LLC

St. Petersburg, FL · Mental Health

Curious about thriving? Hey, y’all, I’m Rainier and I look forward to welcoming you! I am an autistic, joyful, non-binary therapist living with EDS/POTS. I specialize in complex & religious trauma, dissociation/DID, autism, sex addiction, couples, ND families, LGBTQIA2+, kiddos/teens, the adult industry, and personality disorders. I offer frequent appts., ADHD/autism screening, EMDR intensives, and in-home, if indicated. With self-compassion and acceptance of life’s curveballs, we can help you live the life you deserve. Let’s break the intergenerational trauma cycle and reunite with joy, freedom, and acceptance! Rainier is an empathetic, driven, passionate human who provides high-quality therapy from ACT, EMDR, DBT, ERP, Brainspotting, self-compassion, IFS, and strengths-based models. I am a yoga teacher & reiki master who always keeps clients in the loop about potential add-on treatments. Knowledge wins!

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Grey Matter Wellness

St. Petersburg, FL · Mental Health

Integrative therapy for women | Based in St. Petersburg, Florida | Virtual therapy offered for all Florida residents | Free 20 Minute Consultation Call | Modern, Progressive, LGBTQ+ inclusive | Trauma sensitive, neuroscience informed, holistic counseling for ADHD, anxiety, stress, grief, self-esteem, stress, relationship concerns, sexuality, life transitions, and caregiving.

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Rachelle Bloksberg, MA, LMFT - Florida Teletherapy 1335 - St. Petersburg

St. Petersburg, FL · Mental Health

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and all the co-occurring conditions that come with it impact all areas of your life. Coping with so many things can be overwhelming. Navigating the healthcare system can be stressful, frustrating and exhausting. It is possible to live a fulfilling life with EDS. You can find things that work for you and improve your quality of life. You need support from someone who understands what you’re going through. I get it. I’ve been there. I understand what it’s like to have new challenges pop up unexpectedly. I know what it’s like to cancel plans at the last minute when your body just isn’t up to doing anything. I specialize in Chronic Illness/Pain, Neurodiversity, Adult ADHD, Autism, Trauma, Medical Trauma, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Relationships, Addictions, Substance Use, Parenting, Women who have left DV relationships, Self-improvement, Self-Esteem, Sleep Issues, Nutrition for Mental Health, Poly & Open Relationships. I live with EDS, PoTS, MCAS, Hashimoto’s, ADHD, and all that come with them.

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Serene Mind Counseling + Evaluations

Tampa, FL · Mental Health

Helping Individuals, Couples + Families Feel Safe, Less Stress, Energized + Live their Best Life SERENE MIND COUNSELING + EVALUATIONS OFFERS PROFESSIONAL MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES THROUGH IN-PERSON AND ONLINE COUNSELING IN TAMPA, FL. OUR LICENSED THERAPISTS ARE HERE TO SUPPORT YOU ON YOUR JOURNEY TOWARD GREATER WELL-BEING, FULFILLMENT, AND HAPPINESS WITH PERSONALIZED CARE FOR INDIVIDUALS, COUPLES, AND FAMILIES. WE ALSO PROVIDE COMPREHENSIVE MENTAL HEALTH EVALUATIONS AND PSYCHOLOGICAL TESTING TO ENSURE THE RIGHT TREATMENT FOR YOU. WITH FLEXIBLE OPTIONS AND COMPASSIONATE CARE, WE’RE HERE TO SUPPORT YOUR MENTAL WELL-BEING.

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Sweary Therapy

Titusville, FL · Mental Health

Kristie Fuller, LMHC, is a Florida-based therapist with a rich background in mental health and a deep appreciation for diverse minds. Kristie fosters a safe, judgment-free space for clients to express themselves authentically. Her expertise spans chronic illness, trauma, neurodiversity, and LGBTQ+ issues. Armed with a master’s degree in Counseling and Psychology, and a license to practice in Florida & Alaska, she employs evidence-based techniques to empower clients on their unique journeys. Through her practice, Sweary Therapy, Kristie offers compassionate care, actively listening to clients’ challenges and collaborating to identify strategies for personal growth. Her commitment to lifelong learning ensures that her therapeutic approach is up-to-date and tailored to individual needs, promising a brighter, more empowered future for those she works with.

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To Be With Counseling, LLC

Yulee, FL · Mental Health

Our mental health practice provides both in-person and Telehealth mental health therapy to both pediatrics, young adults, and adults. Equine therapy, which is utilized to assist with emotion regulation and trauma processing, has proven to be an invaluable tool in our mental health practice. Our practice fully understands the complexities of the EDS/HSD diagnosis, the symptoms and comorbidities that often occur, as well as the medical trauma that is often experienced within this population. Schedule a consultation today to explore in-person, Telehealth, or equine-assisted therapy tailored to your needs. You don’t have to navigate EDS/HSD or medical trauma alone—reach out today to begin care that truly understands your experience.

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Melissa Dickinson LPC LLC of Wellspring Counseling Coaching and Transitions

Atlanta, GA · Mental Health

I specialize in assisting adults in navigating the network of care in GA for Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes patients and persons with symptomatic hypermobility. I have expertise in EDS comorbidities, systems of care etc. I also provide EMDR services and other evidence-based therapeutic techniques in addition to talk therapy that help clients get more freedom from trauma reactions and build a sustainable life experience with chronic illness. I have over 10 years experience delivering top quality service to this community and run a free support up to 20 hours a week so that all persons in Georgia with these conditions have access to free support via the Georgia EDS & Hypermobility Network in addition to my counseling and therapy practice.

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Private Practice and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta

Atlanta, GA · Mental Health

Dr. Amanda Feinstein (she/her) is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in the treatment of chronic pain and medical trauma in adolescents and young adults. She moved from Northern California to Atlanta, Georgia in June 2023. She was on faculty as an attending psychologist in the Pediatric Pain Management Clinic at Stanford University School of Medicine for 6 years, while maintaining a private practice serving patients in CA. She is now on staff part-time at Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta in the Pediatric Chronic Pain Clinic, and maintains a private psychology practice. Although physically located in Atlanta and licensed in GA, she also maintains the PSYPACT psychology license which allows her to serve patients via telehealth in 30+ states. Dr. Feinstein’s research has historically focused on resilience factors in young people with chronic pain, as well as the unique challenges faced by adolescents and young adults with chronic pain, and healthcare transitions. She has recently begun partnering with colleagues at several institutions on EDS research focused on movement-based therapies. Clinically, she has a strong interest in providing psychological support and coping skills for adolescents and young adults with chronic pain in general, and specifically with EDS and HSDs. Her priority is providing a supportive and validating environment for her clients, given the pain and functional challenges faced by persons with EDS/HSDs, as well as the invalidation and stigma that many patients experience in their medical journey.

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The Chronic Illness Therapist

Atlanta, GA · Mental Health

I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Rehabilitation Counselor (LPC, CRC) who specializes in the psychological impact of living with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, hypermobility spectrum disorders, and related conditions including POTS, MCAS, gastroparesis, and chronic fatigue. I bring both clinical expertise and lived experience with chronic illness to this work. I understand that EDS affects every system in your body, not just your joints, and that you’re likely managing medical trauma from years of being dismissed, the grief of adjusting to limitations, the exhaustion of coordinating care across multiple specialists, and the anxiety of living in a body that feels unpredictable. My approach is biopsychosocial, meaning I won’t minimize your physical symptoms or tell you it’s “just anxiety,” but I also won’t ignore the very real emotional toll of navigating complex, multi-system illness. You won’t need to spend our time together educating me about what EDS is or defending your symptoms. I believe you. Virtual sessions available at www.thechronicillnesstherapists.com

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Willow & Moss Counseling

Holly Springs, GA · Mental Health

I offer trauma-informed therapy for individuals navigating the complex realities of Ehlers-Danlos syndromes, chronic illness, disability, and medical trauma. I have both professional experience and personal familiarity with EDS, which deeply informs the way I show up in this work—with empathy, flexibility, and a strong commitment to honoring your lived experience. My approach integrates an understanding of the physical and emotional toll that long-term health conditions can take, and I prioritize creating a space that feels safe, validating, and attuned to the nuances of chronic illness. Together, we’ll work to untangle the impacts of trauma, strengthen self-trust, and build a life that feels more grounded—even when your body makes things complicated.

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InnerCompass Counseling

Marietta, GA · Mental Health

I work with clients with chronic illness throughout the state of Georgia Virtually. I am deeply passionate about empowering individuals on their journey towards emotional well-being and personal growth. I recognize the uniqueness of each client, and I firmly believe in tailoring a comprehensive and holistic approach that embraces emotional, physical, and spiritual wellness. Creating a safe and supportive environment is of utmost importance to me. My therapeutic style is characterized by its holistic nature, drawing from a wide range of approaches to suit your individual needs. Through my own personal struggles with anxiety, trauma, eating disorders, and chronic illness, I discovered the healing power of therapy and holistic approaches. If you’re working through past trauma or distressing experiences, I offer EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) to help you heal in a deep and meaningful way. Life can feel overwhelming—whether you’re struggling with anxiety, self-doubt, past trauma, or feeling stuck in patterns that no longer serve you. If you’re dealing with eating disorders, body image concerns, low self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, social anxiety, depression, perfectionism, chronic illness, or life transitions, you’re not alone. I’m here to walk alongside you with compassion, helping you navigate life’s challenges in a way that honors your mind, body, and spirit. At the core of my work is creating a safe, supportive space where you feel seen and valued.

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North Atlanta Pediatric Psychology

Roswell, GA · Mental Health

I am a licensed health psychologist who provides assessment and therapy for children, adolescents, adults and families coping with acute and chronic medical conditions and related emotional, behavioral, and neurodevelopmental disorders. I take a skills-based approach to help individuals and families learn strategies to improve functioning and well-being. I specialize in working with individuals and families to promote adjustment to chronic or acute medical conditions – recognizing the interplay between physical and psychosocial health and well-being. Common medical conditions that I specialize in include: chronic pain, hypermobility/EDS, dysautonomia/POTS, psychosomatic symptoms, gastrointestinal disorders, concussions, traumatic brain and spinal cord injuries, sleep problems, diabetes, cancer, sickle cell disease, heart, kidney or liver disease, eating problems after illness and cystic fibrosis. Together I work to optimize your physical, behavioral, emotional, and social health; to help you find ways to optimize functioning and make living with your medical conditions easier and treat co-occurring stress, anxiety, mood and behavioral concerns.

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Atlanta Center for Wellness

Sandy Springs, GA · Mental Health

I provide medical management for children and adolescents with eating disorders. I have found many of my patients have some symptoms of hEDS or are on the hypermobility spectrum.

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Sunflower Psychiatry and Wellness

Woodstock, GA · Mental Health

Sunflower Psychiatry and Wellness is a psychiatry/mental health clinic located in Woodstock, GA. Specialties include autism, ADHD, PMDD, and more. Sam has both person and professional experience with EDS.

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Phoenix Rising with Dr. G

Batavia, IL · Mental Health

Dr. Melissa Geraghty, Psy.D. is a Licensed Clinical Health Psychologist, CEO of Phoenix Rising with Dr. G, Stanford Trained Empowered Relief Instructor™, and a Medical Gaslighting Sensitivity Trainer. Dr. Geraghty has received recognition for her clinical excellence and patient advocacy as a Keynote and International speaker. She has well over a decade of experience fostering the mental health, self-management, and perseverance of patients and their families. Dr. Geraghty specializes in chronic pain, complex medical, and eating disorders. She inspires others with her resilience and grit as a chronic pain and rare disease patient.

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Antler Clinic

Chicago, IL · Mental Health

Dr. Antler is a disabled, chronically ill, and queer health and rehabilitation psychologist and clinician-scientist with lived and professional experience navigating complex medical challenges. Diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Craniocervical Instability (CCI), Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI), Trigeminal Neuralgia (TN), ADHD, and other health conditions, Dr. Antler intimately understands the barriers faced by individuals with complex and rare medical conditions. Not being diagnosed with EDS until the age of 32, Dr. Antler, like many of her patients, endured years of medical neglect and gaslighting. This experience fuels their deep empathy and passion for helping others who face similar struggles and drove her to create Antler Clinic to serve as a place patients could receive the type of care she wished she had access to herself. As the founder of the Antler Clinic, Dr. Antler provides specialized care for those grappling with rare and complicated medical conditions (diagnosed or not), offering expertise in areas such as rehabilitation psychology, health psychology, chronic pain, depression, sleep and circadian rhythms, OCD, and more. At the heart of her practice is a commitment to creating a compassionate, inclusive space where patients are supported, informed, and empowered. Drawing from both her scientific and clinical backgrounds, Dr. Antler is a fierce advocate for her patients, helping them navigate their diagnoses and treatment plans while working to ensure they have access to the care they need. With experience working in primary care, spinal cord injury, and physical rehabilitation settings, as well as conducting sleep research for organizations like NASA, Dr. Antler brings a wealth of knowledge and diverse expertise to her practice. Dr. Antler is neurodivergent, queer, trauma-informed, and strongly committed to social justice. Due to her own disabilities, she works a limited schedule and operates out-of-network with all insurance providers. She offers remote services across 42 states under PSYPACT.

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Lakeshore Psychological Services

Chicago, IL · Mental Health

Dr. Leslie Rubin, PhD (she/her), is a licensed clinical psychologist with over a decade of experience helping individuals manage anxiety, OCD, BFRBs (hair-pulling and skin-picking), perinatal mood and anxiety disorders (PMADs), and challenges related to Ehlers-Danlos Syndromes (EDS). She earned her Doctorate in Clinical Psychology from American University in Washington, DC, with specialized training in psychotherapy, assessment, and research. Leslie has worked with patients in private practices, university counseling centers, schools, hospitals, and institutions such as the NIH and the Washington DC Veterans Affairs Medical Center. She also supports students and professionals in demanding settings, including law, medicine, healthcare, and business. Leslie takes a collaborative approach, helping clients understand their experiences and the patterns that contribute to anxiety or other challenges. She introduces practical skills and strategies that fit daily life, supporting clients they practice new approaches and strengthen adaptive coping skills. The focus is on creating meaningful, lasting change that makes everyday life feel more manageable and balanced.

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Little Seed Wellness

Chicago, IL · Mental Health

It’s hard to feel magical and awesome when your sparkle is being dulled by a world that actively works against you. The therapeutic space is a place where you can discover and embrace your sparkly, magical self. Where you are empowered to go out in the world unapologetically you, prioritizing your physical and emotional needs so you can do and be everything you ever dreamed. Empowerment, Empathy, and Validation are at the core of my work with clients. You are the narrator of your story and together we work to understand your story and implement ways to cultivate the magic that already lives inside you. The work I do is rooted in my passion for empowering people who identify with the Gender Expansive, BIPOC, Neurodivergent, Queer, and Disability communities. My Identities: Autistic, ADHD, Trans/Agender, Asexual/queer, Physical disabilities & Chronic pain/ Illness (hEDS, POTS, and related conditions), Black/Creole. Populations I Serve: Disabilities, Chronic Pain, Chronic Illnesses (All my clients have a form of EDS &/or POTS &/0r other related conditions), Autistic, Queer, Trans, Gender Diverse, BIPOC, Areas of Focus: Anxiety, depression, PTSD, invisible and visible disabilities, systemic oppression & harm, spiritual/religious trauma, LGBTQ+ issues, systemic racism, identity exploration, life transitions, asexual and aromantic-related issues, people in caregiving roles (professionally or otherwise), and those in creative professions. Modalities & Interventions: Somatic, IFS/Parts Work, ACT, Narrative, Self Psychology, Transformative Social Justice, Mindful Self Compassion, Neurodivergent Friendly DBT, Spiritually Informed/focused, Trauma Informed,

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Resilience Psychological Services

Chicago, IL · Mental Health

* About Us * Meet the Team * Values, Mission, and Vision * Anti-Oppressive Principles * Terms to Know * Services * Specialties * Approaches * Insurance * Client Portal * Contact Us Menu # 303 E Wacker Dr, Suite 1130 Chicago, IL 60601 312-934-7701 We are a group of Chicago-based therapists committed to helping you get back on track and build a happier & healthier life.

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Living Well Psychotherapy

Evanston, IL · Mental Health

As a counselor, I prioritize the therapeutic relationship through a strengths-based, holistic approach while implementing trauma-informed and evidence-based treatments. I provide a safe and collaborative environment where humor, creativity, and play are welcome! I have a passion for working with folks seeking LGBTQIA+ identity-affirming therapy, trauma therapy, and therapy for anxiety management. I have experience working with diverse populations of clients across the lifespan seeking support for issues related to neurodivergence, chronic health conditions, depression, anxiety, self esteem, relational stress, and transitional stages. I utilize an integrative practice and often implement the following modalities: ACT, DBT, EFT, psychodynamic therapy, attachment therapy, and somatic and mindfulness approaches. I have also received training through the nonprofit organization, Game to Grow , to utilize therapeutically-applied tabletop roleplaying games, like Dungeons and Dragons, in therapeutic settings. I have strived to be a passionate champion for the healing and empowerment of clients since graduating from Northwestern University with a Master of Arts in Mental Health Counseling in 2022. In my free time I enjoy reading graphic novels, fantasy books, starting new crafting projects, playing video games, and tabletop roleplaying games. If you believe that we would be a good fit, please reach out to schedule a 15 minute consultation. I would love to connect!

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Honeycomb Healing Arts

Mattoon, IL · Mental Health

In-person or Virtual Counseling Accepting most insurances

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Mollie Holman Counseling

Naperville, IL · Mental Health

Behavioral Health Therapist in Naperville, IL offering Telehealth appointments. Paperwork can be filled out online.

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Effective Artistry (Serving Illinois and Wisconsin via Telehealth)

Northbrook, IL · Mental Health

Is changing your life in the midst of contending with chronic illness feeling impossible? Perhaps you haven’t been believed by doctors. Perhaps you are exploring the intersection of the mind and body, of neurodiversity and EDS, and you’re looking for a therapist who understands. I’m ready to do the hard work with you: to face your fears, build a life that is sustainable, improve your relationships, collaborate with medical doctors to improve your physical health, and bring back parts of yourself that you miss, your je ne sais quoi. I am here, as your grounded guide, to help navigate you through exciting, terrifying, and bold life changes, with the parallel tectonic global upheaval under our feet. I will be radically present with you in your deepest hopes and fears. You may feel lonely, misunderstood, and lost, even though people in your life perceive you to be “put together.” It can be deeply overwhelming and also courageous to build a life that you know, deep down, you deserve. One where you can unmask, tap into your creative potential, recover from burnout, and be liberated to share your unique voice with the world. Having me beside you will help you stay steady and purposeful through radical, never-ending change. I believe in the power of community, and will help you build an honest, loving, supportive community. I help clients build more sustainable, joyful lives. Clients are grateful to have done the work to build strong relationships, exciting careers, and thriving creative pursuits. I will help you feel energized as you get in alignment with your inner wisdom. The voice inside of you that has been trying to guide you, but you haven’t had the tenacity to follow. The wise part of you that will accompany you for the rest of your life. As a neurodivergent person who specializes in working with neurodivergent folks (AuDHD, ADHD, autism, misdiagnosed folks, late-diagnosed, self-diagnosed), I am here to help you process the intricacies of your experience. Some of the topics I cover with neurodiverse clients are helping to foster special interest joy, exploring unmasking, empathizing with the unique struggles that come from your neurodivergence, tailoring your daily life to your sensory needs, or exploring the biases and judgements from people, society, and the environment working against you. I approach my own healing journey as it intersects with being as a therapist as: if I am willing to do the work, gain the skills, and have the courage to show up authentically in the world for myself, I gain the knowledge (intellectual, intuitive, and embodied) to guide you to do the same. Through my diverse experience in the mental health field, I have learned what helps clients grow as well as what holds clients back. I now practice neurodiversity-affirming therapy, an approach that transcends pathologies. In my practice as a therapist, I do not consider the psychology of any of my clients as “disordered”, “sick”, or “broken.” I believe this is the most effective way to approach mental health in our modern world. I believe in the importance of developing our personal philosophy, or the beliefs that influence our behavior, emotions, and thoughts. In my personal and professional journey, I explore existential crises, relationships, communication, neurodiversity, queerness, politics, liberation, authenticity, consciousness, giftedness, creativity, trauma, spirituality, purpose, holistic wellness, and the mind-body connection. I am happy to explore any or all of these topics with you. I personally navigate and help clients find a path to sustainable physical and mental health. I have built a network of like-minded practitioners for the mind and body that do their best to listen to clients, believe clients, and seek creative solutions to address their struggles. I find joy and purpose in my job. I am passionate about integrating my path as an artist (former opera singer and photographer, ceramic artist, singer/songwriter, and writer) with my path as a therapist. I am proud to provide telehealth in the United States in both the state of Wisconsin and Illinois. I am excited to explore all the facets of you. Reach out. I am happy to help.

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ThrivePointe Counseling, LLC

Indianapolis, IN · Mental Health

It can feel so scary and isolating when you want to take steps towards healing but are unsure how. It can also feel daunting to open up to someone new and trust them in your healing process. I want to meet you wherever you are on your journey by utilizing a strengths-based approach, focusing on what makes you unique and resilient, and striving to make the therapeutic process warm, safe, and fun. I enjoy working alongside my clients to help them develop coping strategies that lead them to feel empowered to make the changes they want to see in their lives and take that first step towards healing. In treatment, we will work together to create your desired treatment goals, identify barriers, and create an action plan using evidenced-based treatments that you feel best meets your needs. I am a provider with hypermobility and an understanding of living with chronic pain.

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Hobein Counseling Services LLC

Urbandale, IA · Mental Health

Now Accepting New Clients – Ages 8+ Hi! I’m currently welcoming new clients and do not have a waitlist at this time. I specialize in working with Neurodivergent individuals, including those with ADHD, Autism, and those navigating acute suicidal ideation. As a Neurodivergent person myself, I bring lived understanding, authenticity, and compassion into the therapy space. Clients have described me as open and deeply nonjudgmental. I create a space where you are free to take up room, express your truths, and be fully heard. I offer both Telehealth and in-person sessions for individuals seeking support. My clinical focus is on Autism and ADHD , including the wide range of co-occurring mental health conditions that often accompany these neurodevelopmental differences. I also have experience working with neurodivergent clients who live with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and other complex medical conditions, recognizing the unique challenges they face at the intersection of physical health and mental wellness. My approach is affirming, individualized, and grounded in a deep understanding of neurodiversity and disability (person-centered).

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Tretbar Therapy LLC

Overland Park, KS · Mental Health

Hi! Glad you’re reading this. I’m Kirsten Tretbar, of Tretbar Therapy. I’m a Kansas City, Overland Park based, licensed psychotherapist who specializes in gifted children, teens & adults, twice exceptional folk, & autistic or neurodivergent, ADHD, kids & families. I help many clients of all ages with the mental strain around chronic health struggles like: chronic fatigue and nerve and joint pain, long covid, EDS, pelvic floor problems, POTS, PMDD, MCAS, and the fatigue and medical trauma that often co occurs. My heart goes out to you! I also offer relationship, couples, and marriage counseling in KC. Before becoming a psychotherapist, I was an acting & film teacher & I lived in LA for 25 years. This work informs my modern, comforting, professional approach. If you have trauma, PTSD, depression or anxiety, EMDR sessions, & cultural family legacy work, can bring healing, hope, ease, & joy. I love my clients and their families and am privileged to be a late in life therapist. I’d love to help you. Tretbar Therapy is a personal, private, professional therapy practice.

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Rita J. Goss, Ph.D.

Wichtia, KS · Mental Health

At 73 I was just diagnosed with EDS, my 40 year old daughter has had severe symptoms since age 10 but was not diagnosed until about 5 years ago–and my 18 year old granddaughter has hypermobile type. [I have had to recently have cardiac surgery for my cardiac manifestation.] Having walked the diagnosis disaster for 40 years with my daughter, I have personally experienced all the problems that come with seeking services as an EDS family: ignorance in diagnoses, misdiagnoses, medical abuse, etc.–my daughter was not properly diagnosed until she was 25 after much misunderstanding from the medical community, and one of my own long-term providers said to me last month “it’s really terrible to finally find out at 73 that you have a disorder that you’ve had since birth!” Since my specialty is children, I certainly have worked with lots of stress issues and need for supportive adjustment to mental health/survival of abuse/medical issues all my professional life. I have a keen sense of the emotional and developmental load that medical issues place not only on the younger person, but also on the advocating family. I worked for 5 years at a Child and Family Mental Health Center [one of my subspecialties is children under 6, yeah!] I have consulted with Head Start since 1979, I have been in private practice since 1985, and I have been very active in State Executive Board leadership with 2 of my professional organizations. My doctoral dissertation was on comparing self-relaxation/hypnosis techniques to frontalis [forehead] EMG biofeedback in professional women with chronic tension headaches [we all know which one won]. Twenty-five percent of my women put in their practice time and I believed could achieve a state of deep relaxation that I think was, when I was young, probably often described as an “altered state of consciousness.” They didn’t care what we called it, but only that they could do it and manage their pain and anxiety. I am big on working with feeling awareness and expression, personal goal setting [hope is a small forward moving goal right in front of us that we think that we can reach!], and living life and loving to our fullest measure. I am a fairly evervescent therapist [I see myself a lot as a feeling/life coach] and believe in deep emotional attachment. There are 6 important goals in psychological therapy [no matter how one pursues them]: support. improving one’s self-concept, better communication with others [helps one get what one wants/needs and reciprocate], better emotional identification and sharing with self/others, internalizing one’s locus of control [feeling like control is centered in ourselves], and a more positive world view. I teach skills and give homework! I do a lot of telemedicine. I am collaboratively licensed in most states and can bill for telemedicine with most insurances, including Medicare and Medicaid. Ten years ago my daughter paused in the kitchen and said to me “mom, I know why your patients get better. ..” [why?] “because they know you love them.” Amen. PS My daughter was symptomatic from at least age 10 until she was finally diagnosed at 35–my brother, a veterinarian whose first wife had lupus, watched her symptoms and labs for years and kept saying she had an inflammatory systemic of some sort and not to back down. I did not, but that made me very unpopular at times with the medical community and at times the family. But we got through it and are on the other side–we made it through and are living our best lives! I am so excited about the ED Society and the knowledge and hope that it supports.

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Sound Mind Counseling

Phelps, KY · Mental Health

At Sound Mind Counseling, we specialize in providing neurodiversity-affirming, trauma-informed mental health care to adults navigating complex life experiences, including those living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS) and related connective tissue disorders. Our practice is led by Elizabeth Thompson, M.Ed., LPCA, NCC, a late-diagnosed AuDHD counselor currently pursing a Doctor of Education in Neurodiversity. Elizabeth brings both professional expertise and lived experience to her work, offering a deep understanding of the unique challenges faced by individuals with chronic health conditions. We recognize that living with EDS often involves navigating medical trauma, misdiagnoses, and the emotional toll of chronic pain and disability. Our approach is grounded in empathy, validation, and a commitment to empowering clients to manage daily stressors, heal from past experiences, and build a more peaceful, fulfilling life.

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NOLA Integrative Therapy LLC - Elmwood

Elmwood, LA · Mental Health

Katie Lynn, M.Ed, LPC, NBC-HWC is a Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselor and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach at NOLA Integrative Therapy LLC , where she offers compassionate, personalized counseling and coaching for individuals ages 10 to 80. Katie specializes in working with clients navigating the emotional and physical challenges of chronic illness, with a focus on conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), other forms of dysautonomia, fibromyalgia, and a range of neurological and autoimmune disorders. Whether you’re a pre-teen adjusting to a new diagnosis, a young adult seeking support and balance, or someone later in life redefining what wellness means to you, Katie meets you where you are. Her integrative, mind-body approach blends evidence-based therapy, somatic techniques, and holistic health coaching to help clients build resilience, reduce stress, and reconnect with meaning, purpose, and strength throughout their healing journey.

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Revive Counseling and Consulting

Houma, LA · Mental Health

Sometimes it feels like your illness runs your life. Each morning, you wake up wondering if it will be a “bad day” or a “good day” knowing that your body will make that decision. You might have migraines, stomach issues, and even chronic pain. Maybe you’re overwhelmed with managing a chronic illness, organizing doctor’s appointments, and tracking symptoms. You feel embarrassed at the thought of feeling bad when you go out – so you just don’t go out. If you’re Autistic/ADHD/AuDHD, you might hyperfocus on each scary new sensation or worry that you’re “missing something” in your body. Whether you’ve experienced a complicated surgery or just received your hyper-mobility/hEDS diagnosis, painful sensations and emotions can prevent you from feeling fully connected to others and even to yourself. Your body is your first home. It’s where you spend the most time, and you deserve to feel safe in it. Therapy can help you find relief and feel comfortable in your body again. Call 985-441-7550 to schedule your complimentary consultation for therapy or visit www.revivepractice.com.

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NOLA Integrative Therapy LLC

Metairie, LA · Mental Health

Katie Lynn, M.Ed, LPC, NBC-HWC is a Louisiana Licensed Professional Counselor and National Board Certified Health & Wellness Coach at NOLA Integrative Therapy LLC , where she offers compassionate, personalized counseling and coaching for individuals ages 10 to 80. Katie specializes in working with clients navigating the emotional and physical challenges of chronic illness, with a focus on conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS), Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Inappropriate Sinus Tachycardia (IST), other forms of dysautonomia, fibromyalgia, and a range of neurological and autoimmune disorders. Whether you’re a pre-teen adjusting to a new diagnosis, a young adult seeking support and balance, or someone later in life redefining what wellness means to you, Katie meets you where you are. Her integrative, mind-body approach blends evidence-based therapy, somatic techniques, and holistic health coaching to help clients build resilience, reduce stress, and reconnect with meaning, purpose, and strength throughout their healing journey.

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Crescent City Psychotherapy and Wellness, LLC

New Orleans, LA · Mental Health

Crescent City Psychotherapy and Wellness is a group practice in New Orleans, LA, providing evidenced-based brain-body therapies. Treatment is provided in a person-centered and collaborative approach, utilizing the biopsychosocial model, and grounded in the belief that each person possesses an innate capacity for healing and deserves a safe, supportive space that fosters growth and resilience. Founder and clinical director, [Averie McCauley, LCSW-BACS](https://www.crescentcitypsychotherapy.com/meetaverie), is a psychotherapist specializing in integrative somatic and Polyvagal-informed modalities with a focus on trauma, anxiety, pain, and complex health challenges. As an individual living with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (hEDS), she is especially passionate about supporting this population and often treats medical and clinician-associated trauma. In addition to psychotherapy, educational coaching is available to those seeking to gain knowledge and support surrounding [hypermobility and EDS](https://www.crescentcitypsychotherapy.com/hypermobility-eds). Averie’s understanding of EDS and co-occurring conditions continues to deepen. She was grateful to learn from leading experts in the Ehlers-Danlos Society’s EDS ECHO Clinicians and Allied Health programs and honored to become the first EDS ECHO provider in Louisiana in 2024. The rest of the team at Crescent City Psychotherapy and Wellness is currently matriculating in EDS ECHO programs. With a goal of advocating, spreading awareness, and growing a network of EDS-informed providers, Averie also offers continuing education courses and professional consultation to mental health and healthcare providers.

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Dara Wellness

New Orleans, LA · Mental Health

Designed to meet busy people where they are in life, Dara Wellness partners with you as you embark on your journeys towards wellness. By providing the most up-to-date services in integrative psychiatry and whole health, we empower our patients to take an active role in their self-care and recovery. Integrative Psychiatry includes traditional psychiatric practice as well as elements of Integrative Medicine, including nutrition, sleep management, lifestyle modification, and mind-body modalities such as tai chi, yoga, and mindfulness. We offer telemedicine services via encrypted Zoom so you can continue to embrace your life with as little interruption as possible. Dr. Holly is an hEDS zebra and works closely with other experts in this area to offer an integrative psychiatry approach to care. Currently, we offer telemedicine to Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, New Jersey, Illinois, and Ohio. Services are also provided to Virginia through another clinic, which can be coordinated.

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From Broken Therapy

Baltimore, MD · Mental Health

My mental health clinic is telehealth with a focus on supporting patients in advocacy and coping with chronic conditions. I address medical trauma, differentiating when “anxiety” or “depression” is not a mental health problem but due to medical condition, and building effective communication in the context of dealing with ableism. I also have a focus on neurodivergence, such as ADHD and Autism, and LGBTQIA+ needs. I practice in Maryland and Maine, with Minnesota being added in fall of 2025.

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MAS Voice Lessons and Therapy

Baltimore, MD · Mental Health

MAS Voice is owned and operated by Mairin Srygley, CCC-SLP (she/her). Mezzo-soprano Mairin Srygley is a versatile young artist, educator and voice therapist from Baltimore, MD. She is a licensed voice, swallow, speech and language therapist, who identifies as white and cisgender woman. Providing holistic, person-centered, and agency-giving support to all people with voice and communication needs is central to her work. As a hypermobile person herself, she is passionate about advocating for and working with clients with hypermobility. Mairin is bilingual in Spanish and English through time in El Salvador, Costa Rica, Panama, Washington D.C., and Southeast Baltimore. Her clinical experience includes supporting people from 3 to 100 years old with voice, fluency, language, speech and swallowing needs in educational, nonprofit, private, and medical settings. She has presented at the American Speech Hearing Association Convention, MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital CIR, and Loyola University MD on anti-racism and culturally sustaining services. Mairin holds degrees in B.A. Vocal Performance, B.A. Education and Social Change in Latin America, M.S. Speech-Language Pathology, and M.M. Vocal Performance.

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Wandner Health and Wellness

Bethesda, MD · Mental Health

Navigating toward a healthier you. Clinical psychology private practice directed by Laura D. Wandner, PhD.

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Cornerstone Behavior Health, LLC

Frederick, MD · Mental Health

Mental Health Care/Counseling utilizing a variety of modalities including EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, CBT, DBT, Narrative Therapy. Expertise in trauma, chronic illness, anxiety, grief, poor self-image, stress, addiction, family issues, and couples issues. Offering in-person and telehealth visits.

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Adult Trauma and ADHD Solutions

Oakland, MD · Mental Health

Micah (he/him) is a licensed therapist specializing in integrative, trauma-focused therapy for adults navigating chronic conditions and illness, all forms of trauma (medical, complex, others), and neurodivergent experiences. With extensive clinical training in somatic therapy and mind-body approaches, Micah combines neuroscience-informed tools with compassion and lived understanding. Areas of Expertise: Complex chronic conditions: MCAS, POTS, EDS, dysautonomia, Long COVID, and other multisystem illnesses ADHD, neurodiversity, & executive function issues in adults Medical trauma, gaslighting, misdiagnosis, and provider-related grief or invalidation Energy psychology and body-based trauma work Micah draws from approaches like Brainspotting, Energy Psychology (including EFT Tapping), Parts Work, polyvagal regulation, somatic processing, and energy awareness practices. Sessions are paced and sensory-attuned to honor energy limitations and create a sense of calm and safety. Located online (serving Maryland and Virginia), Adult Trauma & ADHD Solutions is a trauma-informed teletherapy practice rooted in nervous system regulation and empowerment for those living with chronic conditions and illness, neurodivergence, and trauma. Our Approach: Integrative modalities that meet you where you are—physiologically, energetically, and emotionally Trauma-informed care that safeguards against reactivation and supports agency and choice Energy-informed therapy combining brain-body integration with subtle energy systems Inclusive, neurodiversity-affirming space for those with neurodivergence, ADHD, sensory differences, and nontraditional needs Who We Work With: Adults facing invisible or fluctuating health conditions Individuals coping with the aftermath of medical trauma or misdiagnosis Clients seeking support with executive functioning, overwhelm, and identity shifts People who want therapy that understands, affirms, and validates chronic illness and neurodiversity What to Expect: Online teletherapy for flexibility and comfort Sensory-aware pacing to respect flare cycles and energy variations Compassionate, integrative support —from emotional regulation to somatic processing and growth A focus not just on symptom management, but rebuilding trust, connection, and self‑compassion Why Choose This Practice Because traditional therapy often misses the full complexity of chronic illness, trauma, and ADHD, we offer a more holistic, attuned path. Here, therapy becomes more than talk—it’s nervous system repair and regulation, emotional validation, and reclaiming a sense of safety in your body and self. Micah is dedicated to clients who: -Have felt dismissed, misunderstood, or “invisible” due to their conditions -Crave effective tools to manage overwhelm, anxiety, and body-based fear -Want to reconnect to their values, resilience, and identity beyond diagnosis Serving adults in Maryland & Virginia via teletherapy Begin therapy that meets you where you are—calm, compassionate, integrative support that understands chronic illness and neurodivergence.

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Break The Frame Therapy

Silver Spring, MD · Mental Health

Break the Frame Therapy is a neurodivergent-, queer-, and chronic-illness-affirming practice for people who are tired of being told their bodies are “too much” and their symptoms are “all in their head.” We specialize in working with clients living with hEDS, MCAS, POTS , and other complex, often misunderstood chronic health conditions—especially when those experiences intersect with trauma, neurodivergence, identity, medical burnout, and systemic harm. We understand the grief of a body that won’t cooperate, the exhaustion of constant self-advocacy, and the quiet rage of navigating systems that weren’t built for you—because we live in these bodies too. Our clinicians bring both lived experience and advanced professional training to the therapy room. Our work integrates EMDR, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems (IFS), feminist and anti-oppressive frameworks , and identity-affirming care for Autistic and ADHD adults, queer and trans clients, people in nontraditional relationships, and those navigating chronic illness alongside mental health concerns. We work gently and intentionally with complex trauma, medical trauma, attachment wounds, eating disorders, chronic stress, burnout, grief, and nervous system dysregulation. Sessions are paced with energy limitations in mind and shaped to honor fluctuating capacity, flare days, and the reality that healing is not linear. At Break the Frame, therapy isn’t about pushing through pain or gaslighting yourself into “positivity.” It’s about learning how to live in relationship with your body, rebuilding trust with your nervous system, and reclaiming agency in a world that often prioritizes productivity over care. You deserve therapy that understands complexity—medically, psychologically, socially, and humanly. This is care that believes you.

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Innerworks Wellness

Takoma Park, MD · Mental Health

Our practice focuses on addressing trauma, occupational stress, chronic health conditions and anxiety. Over the years, we have become increasingly interested in the resilience of the nervous system, people’s innate capacity to heal and ways to come back into vitality. We employ a wide range of therapeutic techniques including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), eye movement desensitization & reprocessing (EMDR), somatic experiencing (SE), mindfulness, acceptance & commitment therapy (ACT) and insight-oriented approaches. We have therapists on our team licensed in Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia and New York.

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Beacon of Hope Counseling by Kairos Counselings

Falmouth, MA · Mental Health

Somatic-informed, trauma-aware, and relationship-centered — practical for daily life.

Mental Health Movement / Exercise Chronic Pain

Spill the Tea Psychotherapy

Lakeville, MA · Mental Health

Samantha Eckrich, Counselor, Lakeville, MA, 02347, Liberation and freedom starts with ourselves, and I’m grateful your curiosity has led you here. I value open heartedness, curiosity, and compassion as foundations for client-centered healing. In this work, I’ve found that clients often show up to therapy with high insight around their symptoms, but frustration because their knowledge hasn’t led to long-term changes. In a world where people feel they need to choose between intellectual knowing versus having and expressing their feelings, I offer a third choice, integrating the wisdom of the heart. It’s my privilege to support you in uncovering your body’s organic inner wisdom.

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Sunstone Psychology Group

Wellesley, MA · Mental Health

Contact Emily Rosen, Licensed Clinical Psychologist and Supervisor of Sunstone Psychology Group for mental health services and psychological care. Therapy sessions for you!

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Vibrant Mind, LLC

Cadillac, MI · Mental Health

At Vibrant Mind, LLC, we believe that everyone has the potential to lead a fulfilling and meaningful life. Our counseling services are designed to help our clients unlock their potential and achieve their goals. Through compassionate listening and evidence-based techniques, individual therapy helps you gain insight into patterns that may be holding you back, develop coping strategies, and build a stronger sense of self-awareness and resilience. Whether you’re navigating a specific challenge or looking to enhance your overall mental health, individual therapy offers the tools and support necessary for positive change and personal development. I am a Licensed Masters Level Social Worker and Certified Advanced Alcohol and Drug Counselor. It is my passion to help people who are struggling with anxiety, depression, and trauma. Over the past 15 years, I have been trained in several different therapy styles including Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Motivational Interviewing (MI), Trauma, and Addictions Counseling.

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Suunta Integrative Health

Marquette, MI · Mental Health

I am a “mostly-retired” psychiatric nurse practitioner who has hEDS, contracting very part time with Suunta, which is a compassionate and open-minded group of nurse practitioners and mental health therapists. I have decades of experience working with individuals with chronic illness and disability. In my current practice, I only treat individuals who have some type of chronic pain/illness, or other functionally limiting diagnosis. Most of my patients have EDS and many are neurodivergent. We work on processing cumulative trauma of all sorts, including “medical gaslighting”. Coping strategies for functional limitations and techniques/treatments for calming the autonomic nervous system are priorities. Grief and adjustment associated with loss of abilities, and the anxiety and depression which can develop from a life lived with these conditions are addressed, with an emphasis on each patient’s goals for their most fulfilling future.

Mental Health Integrative / Functional Medicine Pots Chronic Pain

Hudson Counseling Clinic

Burnsville, MN · Mental Health

We all confront challenges in life, but EDS/HSD can touch every part of your life. Others may not understand the pain or challenges you experience. This can feel especially isolating when friends, family, and medical providers do not understand all the ways EDS/HSD can impact your functioning and your life. It is difficult when your body holds you back from doing the things your heart and mind want to achieve. Hudson Counseling Clinic- led by Dr. Sarah Robinson-Hudson- has a team of EDS- ECHO certified mental health counselors who are ready to support you. Our clinicians have diverse areas of focus- some focus on individual therapy, while others offer couple’s counseling or art therapy. All of us will believe you and we strive to support and empower you on your diagnostic and medical odyssey. Dr. Sarah focuses on understanding you as a whole person through the use of Adlerian theory and specializes in serving neurodivergent people who are intellectually gifted.

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Hudson Counseling Clinic

Burnsville, MN · Mental Health

Therapy for individuals and couples in Burnsville Minnesota. Adlerian supervision and consultation.

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Serene Waters Psychotherapy

Edina, MN · Mental Health

I work primarily with adults and offer a trauma-informed, relational approach to therapy in Minneapolis and the surrounding Twin Cities area. I’m trained in EMDR therapy, which can be incredibly effective for clients healing from trauma, PTSD, or difficult life experiences. I am also trained in the Anchored Relational Therapy model. My style is collaborative, honest, and deeply human—I bring laughter, curiosity, and realness into every session. I’d be honored to support you. Reach out today to schedule a free consultation. Your full self is welcome here.

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Erin Shobe, Minnesota Therapist and Autism/ADHD Assessor

Golden Valley, MN · Mental Health

I offer individual, partner, and family therapy, from a neurodivergent informed lens, as well as ADHD and Autism Assessment for adults. I believe you are the expert in you – and that I am merely a guide to help you explore and uncover that expert within yourself. My work is rooted in a deep commitment to really see you and provide a safe space where you can get to know yourself, find greater ease, and grow beyond the patterns that may keep you from the life you hope to live. My clients have many different kinds of diagnosis (or none at all). I am often a good fit for empaths, neurospicy, and highly sensitive & creative types who are hoping to address complex PTSD/developmental trauma. I’m passionate about working with LGBTQ+ clients. I am certified to use EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing). Aside from the letters behind my name, I am a therapist who believes in the connection between body, mind, and spirit, and these are things I explore with my clients to help them find balance.

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Tessa Gittleman, PLLC

Golden Valley, MN · Mental Health

I decided to become a therapist because I was so disappointed in my own therapy. Providers explained away things that shouldn’t have been, I wasn’t viewed holistically, and I felt overlooked, ignored, and hopeless. Eventually, I was diagnosed with Ehlers-Danlos, POTS, and a constellation of other health symptoms that come with it. I work hard to ensure my clients never experience the medical invalidation and gaslighting, that they feel increasingly confident to advocate for their needs, and that they know how to negotiate their needs in the various domains of their lives. My style is transparent, funny, collaborative, and experiential. I borrow from Motivational Interviewing, Somatic-Experiential, ACT, and IFS. These modalities help me to understand you, your situation, and how you’d measure success. From there, I help you demystify the dysfunction and develop a process for processing productively outside of therapy. People who think I’m a fit are often high-achieving individuals with an acute awareness of the issue, feel they have tried “everything” to fix it, and are giving therapy “one last chance.” I successfully get clients “unstuck” by challenging them in unconventional, collaborative ways. I intentionally push people 20% past where they are comfortable (because that’s where the growth happens!) and practice pivoting to ensure you have the skills to navigate, manage, and address the discomfort long-term.

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Emerald Bridge Wellness

Prior Lake, MN · Mental Health

☰ * Home * Services * Resources * Appointments * Book Now # Emerald Bridge Wellness ### Integrative & Functional Psychiatry and Wellness # Telehealth Psychiatry in Minnesota & Wisconsin An Integrated, Whole-Person Approach ### **Healing that meets you where you are — mind, body, and soul.

Mental Health Genetics / Genetic Counseling Chronic Pain Gi Issues

Affinity Psychological Services

Saint Louis Park, MN · Mental Health

I am a mental health counselor in Minnesota. My focus is on providing therapeutic support and trauma recovery to individuals experiencing disability and/or chronic illness. I practice through an identity-affirming lens, welcoming all to share their trials and triumphs in a setting honoring the lived experiences of those with EDS, POTS, MCAS, and associated comorbidities. I am a pro-insurance therapist who accepts most insurance plans.

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Hope Psychology Practice

St. Louis Park, MN · Mental Health

Dr. Jade Rafferty is a pediatric psychologist and owner of Hope Psychology Practice. She specializes in supporting children, adolescents, emerging adults, and their families as they navigate obtaining and understanding diagnoses, adjusting to new diagnosis, and living with chronic illness. Dr. Rafferty’s practice focuses on complex cases, including working with individuals with EDS and HSD. Her primary theoretical orientation is Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT), but she is also trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), clinical hypnosis, and biofeedback.

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Minnesota Online Counseling

White Bear Lake, MN · Mental Health

Tesni Sunne is a licensed associate marriage and family therapist who sees residents of Minnesota (couples, teens, and adults) for telehealth therapy. Tesni has hEDS and works with clients to find areas of adaptation, meaning, and expansion within EDS and related conditions. A former scholar of disability, Tesni believes both that invalidation of complex disorders by Minnesota medical systems is real and that patients can nonetheless strengthen their empowerment within (and without) these systems. Specializing in helping couples with mixed abilities adjust to shifted roles, Tesni created the first group for couples in which one or more people have chronic illness/pain. A popular group, it is still offered by the clinic today. To contact Tesni, please use [Psychology Today](https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists/tesni-sunne-saint-paul-mn/1089451) or go to [RelationshipTherapyMinnesota.com](https://www.relationshiptherapyminnesota.com)

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Lean In with Laura, LLC

Kansas City, MO · Mental Health

Psychotherapy/Counseling for Adults (in office appointments in KC/ Telehealth available anywhere in Kansas or Missouri) As a provider with EDS, I am sensitive and aware of the struggles associated with this diagnosis. I help people cope with what is an impactful, “invisible” illness in a medical system that often fails to recognize it and, worse, can be traumatizing. As a psychotherapist, I do not treat the physical manifestations of EDS. I assist with cognitive-based pain management, grief, and loss associated with a chronic illness, resource sharing, avenues for self-advocacy, validation, coping strategies and creating an understanding therapeutic environment to address EDS-related and non-EDS related therapy needs. I also specialize in trauma recovery (childhood trauma, domestic violence, healthcare/health trauma, combat trauma, violence trauma, attachment/developmental trauma). My clinical training and experience are geared toward working with motivated adults who want to better understand how their past impacts their life. Past painful or challenging experiences can grow roots and impact how we feel, act, and relate in the present, impacting our physical and emotional health. The extraordinarily good and hopeful news is that within each person is the ability for self-leadership and healing. Therapy just helps guide the journey. My primary psychotherapies are Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), Internal Family Systems (IFS) and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). Want to chat and figure out if we are a match for therapy? Call or text me at +1-816-793-6507 to schedule a 15-minute complimentary phone consultation. Payment Accepted: My full rate is $150/50-min for individual therapy ($175 for first intake appointment) and $175 for couples. I do offer some reduced rate appointment slots (on a limited basis) and can assist with reimbursement for out-of-network insurance benefits. Please reach out for more information about insurance.

Mental Health Chronic Pain

Reset With Renee

St Louis, MO · Mental Health

Therapist turned Coach with 25+ years experience Specialization: Late Diagnosed Neurodiversity/Neurocomplexity Complex Trauma (CPTSD) Co-occuring & complex helath conditions My Connection to this Community At age 50, I pursued assessment for suspected neurodivergence as I was experiencing ongoing burnout, fatigue, & increasing anxiety despite addressing my own complex trauma & experiencing an increase in positive life events! Prior to & afterwards I continue to explore my own medical/health complexity. I have a lifelong history of being “sensitive” & experiencing the types of symptoms doctor’s struggle to treat. We may not have the same conditions & symptoms but I know that I can relate to the lived experience of invisisble & chronic illness. My clients often carry multiple health conditions of concern & struggle to find competent care within our medical system. Navigating these challenges can be frustrating, ignite anxiety & fear, & leave you feeling alone. Speaking truth & seeking support is welcome in our work together. While I am NOT a medical provider, I am familiar with the kinds of syndromes & conditions that often travel together. If this is resonant , I invite you & welcome you to work with me! Or if you are seeking supports for loved ones or your clients, I am happy to be a resource for you! While not a complete list, I find many of my clients appreciate working together to: 1. Differentiate what is their natural “wiring ” aka “hardware” – growing in awareness & acceptance of their sensitive systems & making changes that honors & supports rather than depletes. 2. Differentiate what is their conditioned “ programming ” aka “software” – the pressure to fit societal & family expectations & the internalized messages driving their own pressure to conform & perform. Internalized ableism + lack of external support & resources is a tricky reality to rumble with. 3. Change & transition invitesinner pushback of guilt, doubt, & shame – predictable place of feeling stuck. Reframes & unburdening through parts work can help address this. 4. Grief & relief come with diagnosis orself identification – looking back on past history with new understanding 5. Identity reorganization – letting go of the “old” you or versions of you & leaning into the “new”. 6. Energy management – balancing desire with fluctuating capacity, coping with burnout, lowering demands on the nervous system, increasing sensory soothing & decreasing sensory stressors. 7. Relationship dynamics – neurospicy families do best when they have an inclusive mindset & approach, shared language, & honor differences. Many clients are advocating for children, redefining partnership dynamics, scaffolding support to adult children, & dealing with aging parents. 8. Restoring belief & trust in Self & Others – this takes a hit from some “usual” suspects like relational betrayals, break-ups, medical gaslighting, toxic workplaces, educational discrimination, and religious/spiritual trauma. Some clients are deconstructing religious indoctrination & cult experiences. Issues of social justice & moral injury are often tied to these injuries & concerns. 9. Balancing self care & self improvement, healing, & recovery – a desire & quest for health & wholeness is human. Repair & recovery is a process. No one can do it perfectly & not 24/7/365. 10. Shorten your learning curve through my training, personal experiences, & pattern recognition while acknowldeging you are the expert on you;) We co-create sessions that honor how you process information, energy & emotions. We flex for periods of expansion & contraction, digging deep then resting & digesting, integrating in real life & refining. My role is to provide witnessing, feedback,pacing, structure, information, and tools & practices to meet you where you are while also normalizing & predicting common obstacles & pitfalls ahead. How My Practice Is Structured 1. I meet with clients 1:1 virtually during business hours, Central Time. Fees are private pay. 2. I am able to provide therapy to residents of Missouri & Arkansas – the 2 states I hold licensure in. Some clients submit their monthly statement for insurance reimbursement if their plan allows for out of network mental health coverage. 3. I offer coaching worldwide & enjoy working outside of the traditional medical/mental health model Other Ways We Can Connect & Work Together 1. I offer a free , private, virtual community, the Reset Collective , on Mighty Networks where I facilitate community connections & host live events. 2. I also offer paid coaching packages. See my website, Instagram Linktree, or email me for current offers and/or more information & current pricing. 3. I host a podcast & post across multiple social media platforms @ResetwithRenee. Reach out to Reset With Renee!

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Momentum Psychological Health

Townsend, MT · Mental Health

I am a licensed psychologist and own Momentum Psychological Health. I have a telehealth based clinic where I offer individual therapy, educational classes, pain health coaching, and psychological assessment including pre-surgical assessment. I provide Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Empowered Relief (2 hour pain skills class), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia, Cognitive Processing Therapy for PTSD and Trauma and also utilize mindfulness, relaxation and somatic interventions. I have been working with patients with persistent pain disorders, chronic illness and sleep disorders for the last 6 years in my private practice and have experience working with many patients with EDS. I am licensed in Hawaii, Montana and am PSYPACT certified meaning I can provide telehealth therapy to 41 other states. Please reach out if you are interested in telehealth therapy, coaching or assessment.

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Rachelle Bloksberg, MA, LMFT - Nevada Telehealth 4844-R - Glenbrook

Glenbrook, NV · Mental Health

Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and all the co-occurring conditions that come with it impact all areas of your life. Coping with so many things can be overwhelming. Navigating the healthcare system can be stressful, frustrating and exhausting. It is possible to live a fulfilling life with EDS. You can find things that work for you and improve your quality of life. You need support from someone who understands what you’re going through. I get it. I’ve been there. I understand what it’s like to have new challenges pop up unexpectedly. I know what it’s like to cancel plans at the last minute when your body just isn’t up to doing anything. I specialize in Chronic Illness/Pain, Neurodiversity, Adult ADHD, Autism, Trauma, Medical Trauma, PTSD, Grief & Loss, Depression, Anxiety, Bipolar, Relationships, Addictions, Substance Use, Parenting, Women who have left DV relationships, Self-improvement, Self-Esteem, Sleep Issues, Nutrition for Mental Health, Poly & Open Relationships. I live with EDS, PoTS, MCAS, Hashimoto’s, ADHD, and all that come with them.

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Wandering Pine Wellness

Las Vegas, NV · Mental Health

Gina Romero, LICSW, LCSW Therapist | Founder of Wandering Pine Wellness As a therapist living with Hypermobile Spectrum Disorder (HSD), fibromyalgia, and psoriatic arthritis (PsA), I bring both personal understanding and clinical expertise to my work. I specialize in supporting adults with ADHD, chronic illness, and trauma, and I’m deeply familiar with the complex overlaps between ADHD, Autism, EDS, and related conditions. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming, offering holistic ADHD and Autism assessments alongside trauma-informed therapy. I’ve seen powerful progress in my clients with chronic illness through EMDR and integrate a range of approaches, including ACT, CPT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), to meet each client where they are. Licensed in WA, NV, and CO, I offer virtual therapy and assessments that honor the lived realities of neurodivergent and chronically ill individuals. Please visit my website to learn more about my approach or request an appointment: [wanderingpinewellness.com/ginaromero](http://wanderingpinewellness.com/ginaromero)

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Wandering Pine Wellness

Las Vegas, NV · Mental Health

I’m Lexi Thomas (she/her), a therapist offering therapy for teens and young adults across Las Vegas and throughout Nevada. I specialize in supporting neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ clients through the ups and downs of their teenage years and early adulthood. I work with clients who are navigating some of life’s toughest transitions; figuring out who they are, how they relate to others, and how to manage the pressures of the world around them. My passion lies in helping neurodivergent and LGBTQ+ teens and young adults feel safe enough to explore deep topics, express their emotions, and develop a deeper sense of self without the pressure to mask or meet anyone else’s expectations.

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Dr. Yelena Oren

Reno, NV · Mental Health

Dr. Yelena Oren is a Licensed Psychologist with over 17 years of experience helping individuals navigate emotional and physical challenges through compassionate, evidence-based care. Dr. Oren leads a thriving private practice in Reno, Nevada, providing specialized therapy and consultation for adults experiencing [insomnia](https://doctoryelenaoren.com/tag/insomnia/) and other [sleep disorders](https://doctoryelenaoren.com/sleep/), [anxiety](https://doctoryelenaoren.com/anxiety-stress/), [chronic stress](https://doctoryelenaoren.com/anxiety-stress/), [chronic illness](https://doctoryelenaoren.com/chronic-illness/), and [trauma](https://doctoryelenaoren.com/trauma-healing/)-related conditions. She is passionate about making high-quality psychological care accessible, relatable, and impactful. Her approach blends clinical expertise with a deep respect for individual experience, with the goal of supporting clients in building resilience, restoring hope, and cultivating lasting well-being. Before beginning her clinical career, Dr. Oren built a strong foundation in research and public health by contributing to major studies through UCLA, the World Health Organization (WHO), RAND, and the VA. Her work spanned behavioral health, health services, cancer prevention, and global health reflecting a deep commitment to advancing human well-being. These formative experiences continue to inform her clinical and consulting work through the integration of scientifically supported treatments, compassion, and a systems-level understanding of the complex interplay between physical and emotional health. Dr. Oren earned her doctorate in Clinical Psychology from the University of Nevada, Reno, and completed her pre-doctoral internship at the VA Sierra Nevada Healthcare System. Following her internship, Dr. Oren served for nearly a decade as a staff psychologist at the Reno VA, earning advanced VA-certified specializations in insomnia, chronic pain, trauma, nightmares, tinnitus, and relationship skills. She worked closely with interdisciplinary teams to develop integrated, whole-person care approaches. She led a successful multidisciplinary insomnia treatment program and co-developed an interdisciplinary tinnitus management program. Her work emphasized accessible, effective care while building systems that integrated diverse professional expertise to deliver holistic, coordinated, and sustainable support. In addition to her clinical and consulting work, Dr. Oren is actively involved in community mental health education and advocacy. She serves as a Board Member for the Nevada PAW Society, a nonprofit supporting the mental health of veterinary professionals across Nevada. She also collaborates with local organizations through outreach, consultation, and education to reduce stigma and improve access to effective psychological care.

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Peace and Wellness Therapy Services

Great Meadows, NJ · Mental Health

At Peace and Wellness Therapy, we are dedicated to empowering individuals like you to achieve holistic wellness and live fulfilling lives. Whether you’re navigating chronic illness, such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, seeking mental health support, or exploring ways to enhance your well-being, we’re here to support you every step of the way. Your well-being is our priority. We tailor our services to meet your unique needs, preferences, and goals, ensuring a personalized and effective experience. My unique perspective comes from my own lived experience with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome. This experience gives me a deep understanding and empathy for my clients, fostering a meaningful therapeutic connection. Take the first step towards a healthier, more fulfilling life with Peace and Wellness Therapy.

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Guided Journey Counseling Center

Highland Park, NJ · Mental Health

Neurodivergent-affirming therapy in Highland Park, NJ. Specializing in OCD, ADHD, autism, chronic illness, anxiety & depression. ERP, DBT & EMDR. Telehealth & in-person. Call (862) 753-5825.

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Judi Oshinsky Psychotherapy, LLC - Highland Park

Highland Park, NJ · Mental Health

I am a clinical social who works with mind/body issues and chronic pain. I help many patients who have chronic medical concerns to cope with social, interpersonal and psychological complications stemming from their various medical conditions. I have personal and professional experience with Ehlers-Danlos and understand that each patients experience is unique. I currently see patients virtually and in person in my Highland Park office. Please visit my website for more information about my practice.

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Professional Designation: MSSW, LCSW, BCD, DCSW

Highland Park, NJ · Mental Health

I am a clinical social who works with mind/body issues and chronic pain. I help many patients who have chronic medical concerns to cope with social, interpersonal and psychological complications stemming from their various medical conditions. I have personal and professional experience with Ehlers-Danlos and understand that each patients experience is unique. I currently see patients virtually and in person in my Highland Park office. Please visit my website for more information about my practice.

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The 12th House Wellness

Moorestown, NJ · Mental Health

I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with two decades of experience. I have worked with patients from infancy through senior life, including maternal. I provide care with multidisciplinary teams, allowing for a comprehensive approach to achieve best outcomes through evidence based and holistic care. I work with multiple mental health populations with a heavy focus on trauma, anxiety, and women’s health. I practice a functional/integrative approach and work with chronic illnesses populations including but not limited to Ehlers-Danlos and POTS. I offer multiple therapeutic modalities. Ultimately allowing the mind and body to heal, resuming a stable mental state that benefits from consistent reaffirmation to honor yourself. www.The12thHouseWellness.com

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Therapy Resources of Morris County

Morristown, NJ · Mental Health

Located in Morristown, NJ, Therapy Resources offers in-person and virtual behavioral health and substance use counseling for all ages. Our licensed clinicians work with their clients to address a wide-range of emotional and mental health issues.

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Rebecca Boswell, PhD

Princeton, NJ · Mental Health

Private psychology clinic specializing in health psychology, chronic illness, and adjustment to illness. Virtual care provided (NY, NJ, and PSYPACT). Dr. Rebecca Boswell is faculty at Princeton University and at the Perelman School of Medicine, and also serves in leadership and clinical training roles at Penn Medicine Princeton.

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Red Bank Counseling

Red Bank, NJ · Mental Health

I’m a Licensed Clinical Social Worker living with the trifecta ( EDS, POTS & MCAS). I’m passionate about working with fellow zebras. I work collaboratively with my clients to develop treatment goals and identify ways to cope with the unique daily challenges that come with having EDS. I am licensed to work with clients in the following states: New Jersey Maine Maryland Pennsylvania South Carolina Vermont Virginia I work in a group practice in Red Bank, NJ called Red Bank Counseling, I can see clients in office or virtually. Website: https://redbankcounseling.com/kerry-oconnor-msw-lcsw/ I also have my own fully virtual practice which is called Pro Neuro Counseling. Website: https://proneurocounseling.com/ Both practices are out of network with insurance.

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A Better Tomorrow Counseling Services

Turnersville, NJ · Mental Health

Silvana (she/her) is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in New Jersey. She earned her Master’s in Social Work from Widener University and her bachelor’s degree in Social Work from Stockton University, where she also completed a minor in Gerontology. She has provided individual psychotherapy to children, adolescents, and adults with a wide range of diagnoses, including depressive and anxiety disorders, PTSD, mood disorders, ADHD/ADD, psychotic disorders, and personality disorders. She has extensive experience delivering intensive in-community (IIC) services for youth and has also worked in an assisted living facility supporting the geriatric population. Her primary clinical interests include suicidal ideation, self-harm, anxiety, trauma, depression, and chronic illness. Silvana incorporates approaches from Dialectical Behavior Therapy, Gestalt Therapy, Solution-Focused Brief Therapy, Rational Emotive Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Art Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and mindfulness-based practices. She has a strong commitment to supporting trauma survivors and creates a nonjudgmental, collaborative space where clients can work toward meaningful goals and sustained well-being. She values authenticity and a strong therapeutic alliance. Silvana is diagnosed with hEDS and is dedicated to fostering a welcoming, informed, and empathetic environment for every client.

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NM Psych Med Services

Albuquerque, NM · Mental Health

I am an experienced prescribing/medical psychologist providing psychiatric medication management with integrated brief psychotherapy for adults and teens. I have HSD myself along with rheumatoid arthritis and my life partner has severe EDS, POTS, SFN and MECFS. Living with chronic pain and disability myself and in my family, I work from a shared decision making/partnership model and bring the awareness of a psychotherapist to working with medications.

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Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute

Los Alamos, NM · Mental Health

Mullein Leaf Wellness Institute specializes in mind-body care through specialized psychotherapy and bodywork modalities. We treat people experiencing the effects of EDS, MCAS, POTS and other chronic mental and physical conditions. Through counseling, we seek to assist you in creating nervous system regulation and releasing trauma (PTSD, complex trauma, medical/illness-induced trauma). Through bodywork, we seek to help you relieve the fascial and muscular components of EDS. Not only do we work with EDS/MCAS/POTS, we live with it, so we truly understand.

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Ashley L Berry Psychotherapy

Brooklyn, NY · Mental Health

As a licensed psychotherapist (LMHC) living with Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, I have a profound understanding of the unique challenges that accompany this condition. My lived experience, advocacy, and ongoing education informs my practice as I specialize in supporting individuals with EDS, combining empathy with professional expertise to enhance our therapeutic relationship and work. In addition, I offer compassionate care and resources for neurodivergent (ADHD/AUDHD) clients, empowering them to develop effective strategies for nervous system regulation and the integration of somatic tools into their everyday lives. My goal is to foster a safe and inclusive environment where individuals can explore their challenges, cultivate self-awareness, and ultimately build resilience and well-being. LGBTQIA+ allied, all walks of life, backgrounds, and spiritualities welcome.

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Rachel Harlich, LCSW

Brooklyn, NY · Mental Health

Hi there! I am a NY telehealth somatic and parts-work, relational therapist serving individuals, couples, and polycules. I specialize in working with folks who are: chronically ill and in pain, disabled, neurodivergent, childhood and adulthood trauma survivors, LGBTQIA+, kink/BDSM-involved, polyamorous and non-monogamous, sex workers, and impacted by fatphobia. My identities and experiences include: white, hEDS, MCAS, AuDHD, queer, non-binary, fat, femme. My modalities for therapy include: somatic (Sensorimotor Psychotherapy, Neurodivergent Somatics, & beyond), parts work (IFS/TIST), Relational Life Therapy, Imago, psychodynamic, Emotionally-Focused Therapy, Developmental Model. My approaches: anti-oppression (including ableism), strengths-based, neurodiversity-affirming, body positive, sex positive, pleasure-centered, harm reduction. I also offer training and consulting on my specializations.

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Emily Watkins - Emily Watkins

Emily Watkins, NY · Mental Health

I am a psychiatrist specializing in seeing patients with non-psychiatric chronic illnesses and/or disabilities such as EDS.

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Staci Hoover LCSW

Hudson Valley, NY · Mental Health

As as person living with EDS (and some of its co-morbidities), I have experienced the uncertainty, stress, grief and constant struggle for balance inherent in living with chronic health challenges. As I shared my symptoms and concerns with my care team, they’d share bits of other patients stories with me and it quickly became apparent that we, the folks impacted by these chronic illnesses, share more than our diagnoses; We need to share the stories we have lived. We need to know those stories don’t end with our diagnosis. We need to feel empowered to write our next chapter. In order to make this a reality, I began my private practice in 2015 to meet the unique needs of clients and families who seek to live well with EDS and co-morbid syndromes. Using teletherapy, I employ an eclectic approach which borrows from narrative therapy, a strength-based approach, elements of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), some Polyvagal Theory, psycho-education, solution-focused interventions and a good bit of playfulness, in order to support folks in meeting the needs their bodies require, so they may live the lives they desire.

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To Empower U

Larchmont, NY · Mental Health

I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years experience as a psychotherapist. I believe that therapy works and people can make important change in their lives and their relationships. I am committed to accessibility, convenience, and safety (when health concerns limit travel). Towards that end, I set the same standards for my virtual services as in-office services – ensuring client privacy and offering warmth and attunement at every session. Services are delivered with compassion and respect. I draw from the most effective framework(s) and experiences to provide the therapy, support, education and inspiration needed to make change and live empowered! My coaching work is mostly drawn from my experience as a Master Trainer and Coach for Yale’s Center for Emotional Intelligence in their Ruler Program, in Social and Emotional Literacy Coaching. My psychotherapy practice is grounded in an integrative and relational framework, but I use advanced training in an array of approaches to serve my clients’ unique and varied needs. Some of these include: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Mindfulness, Emotionally Focused Therapy, Food Allergy Informed Counseling, etc…I am particularly interested in and have developed a speciality in working with those living with chronic illness or pain (I.e. Ehlers Danlos, Food Allergies, IBDs, etc…)

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Center for Integrative Headache Prevention

New York, NY · Mental Health

Hello — it’s a pleasure to meet you! My name is Dr. Laurel Steinberg and I offer specialized preventive treatment for migraine headaches. Many people with EDS are migraines — I am completely symptom free for 28+ years, and mastered the art of migraine prevention while a student at Johns Hopkins University. It is a great honor and privilege to work with EDS patients to partner with them to enjoy a fully, happy and healthy lifestyle. If migraine headaches are a problem for you, look no further — migraine prevention via practicing, “The Headache Preventive Lifestyle,” is simple to learn, fun and works remarkably well and very quickly. There is no need to suffer any longer! Help has arrived. I offer sessions via telephone and Zoom, and work worldwide, 7 days a week. I am an out-of-network provider.

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Deborah Barbiere, Psy.D., L.Ac.

New York, NY · Mental Health

I have been a Health and Pain Psychologist for over 30 years, specializing in behavioral medicine modalities such as Cognitive Behavioral, Somatic and Trauma Informed Therapies; as well as Biofeedback and Vagal Regulation. I am additionally licensed in Eastern Medicine, Acupuncture, Energetics and Herbal Medicine. My practice integrates mind and body approaches focusing on the whole person, curating a therapeutic plan to meet the needs of the individual. I work closely with interdisciplinary treatment teams, maintaining ongoing communication and collaboration. I’ve had a great deal of experience working with EDS and associated syndromes, amongst many other chronic conditions. I aim to deeply understand and truly honor each and every patient, and provide the tools and support necessary to navigate the challenges of living with EDS. My role with clients goes beyond therapist, it is also ally, partner and advocate in their healthcare, empowering and helping clients restore safety in their bodies, relationships, and in the world.

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Jennifer Wolfe, LCSW-R

New York, NY · Mental Health

Serving residents of New York state and Massachusetts via video and telephone, my psychotherapy practice focuses on individuals and couples, ranging in age from young adults (18 and up), adults, and elderly. I strive to create a safe environment in which to explore life stressors, patterns of relating with others, and how past experiences impact the present. Areas of professional practice include: Mood disorders such as anxiety, depression, and bipolar Alcohol and drug use, harm reduction Relationships, separation and divorce Sexual issues and concerns LGBTQ Chronic pain and illness, including HIV, autoimmune disorders, fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome Grief and loss Women’s reproductive health Career issues Financial concerns

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New York Women's CBT

New York, NY · Mental Health

Kelsey Bates is a licensed professional counselor specialized in working within the women’s chronic illness space. New York Women’s CBT provides both individual and group therapy for women navigating complex chronic illness. Kelsey founded New York Women’s CBT with the goal of meeting women where they are, supporting them in the midst of pain and providing tools for them to stop just surviving and start thriving. Kelsey’s clients navigate women’s health issues such as Hypermobile Spectrum Disorder, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, POTS, dysautonomia, pelvic pain, endometriosis, adenomyosis, chronic pain, chronic illness, autoimmune issues as well as as anxiety, depression, grief and loss. Kelsey utilizes a client centered approach, rooted in psychodynamic processing and third wave trauma informed cognitive behavioral techniques including CBT, Dialectical Behavior Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. Kelsey earned her Master’s degree from The George Washington University in Washington, D.C. She went on to complete her residency for licensure in New York City, working in both non-profit and private practice settings. Kelsey received training from the Ellis Institute in Manhattan in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and is recognized as a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, National Certified Counselor and member of the American Counseling Association.

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Private Practice

New York, NY · Mental Health

Psychotherapy services in NYC specializing in trauma, dissociation, chronic illness, and eating disorders.

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Resilience Lab

New York, NY · Mental Health

Courtney offers individual, family, and couples therapy to residents of New York State online. As a clinician with h-EDS, Courtney holds a personal level of understanding and empathy for the experiences of individuals with EDS and other hypermobility syndromes.

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Golden Psychology

New York City, NY · Mental Health

Therapy Trainee at Golden Psychology (NYC/NY) Sliding Scale Available; Virtual Therapy Available Taking on new clients for 2025-2026 year Autism, Disability, and Chronic Illness Affirming Therapy from a Lived Experience Practitioner Evidenced-Based Therapy, Tailored Therapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy (KAP), + Offered Background in Affirming Disability Research, Public Health, Social Work, Advocacy, and Education I approach therapy as a sacred space for the process of returning home to ourselves. As a late-diagnosed autistic, multi-disabled, chronically ill person, I’m deeply familiar with navigating systems not built with bodies, minds, and ways of being like mine in mind. I know what it takes—to show up (or not), to exist, to have made it to where you are. I’m here to meet you there and to carve out a space-time in your world that is just that: yours. That might look like lying down, tending to your body/pain, stimming, shifting the sensory environment, exploring creative or nonverbal ways of processing, or sitting with grief, contradiction, or uncertainty. Maybe all of that. Maybe none. There’s no one right way to be here. I don’t see your struggles as personal failures, but as signs of surviving systems like ableism, racism, poverty, stigma, and gender and sexual oppression. My work is grounded in collective liberation, disability justice, and the belief in your inherent worth, complexity, and wholeness. It would be my deep honor to be someone with whom you feel safe to bring every part of yourself—your joy, grief, contradictions, silliness, and shame. I want to see you flourish. Golden Psychology is a NYC-based group practice providing therapy +identity-affirming care. Learn more at <https://golden-psychology.com/>

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Wellness Psychiatry

New York City, NY · Mental Health

Ours is a wellness psychiatry practice, and we provide supportive counseling/therapy and medication management for mental health concerns related with Ehlers Danlos syndrome.

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Center for Relationship Repair - Port Washington

Port Washington, NY · Mental Health

Hello — it’s a pleasure to meet you! My name is Dr. Laurel Steinberg and I offer specialized preventive treatment for migraine headaches. Many people with EDS are migraines — I am completely symptom free for 28+ years, and mastered the art of migraine prevention while a student at Johns Hopkins University. It is a great honor and privilege to work with EDS patients to partner with them to enjoy a fully, happy and healthy lifestyle. If migraine headaches are a problem for you, look no further — migraine prevention via practicing, “The Headache Preventive Lifestyle,” is simple to learn, fun and works remarkably well and very quickly. There is no need to suffer any longer! Help has arrived. I offer sessions via telephone and Zoom, and work worldwide, 7 days a week. I am an out-of-network provider.

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Asheville Integrated Behavioral Health

Asheville, NC · Mental Health

Asheville Integrated Behavioral Health Evidence-based psychotherapy focused on Acceptance, Compassion, and Living Well

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Starbound Therapy

Greensboro, NC · Mental Health

Starbound Therapy offers compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming mental health care for adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, chronic pain, and relationship challenges. Founded by Kate E. Sweatt, MS, LCMHC (NC), LPC (VA), ADHD-CCSP , Starbound Therapy provides virtual sessions for clients throughout North Carolina and Virginia. Kate specializes in supporting individuals with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), ADHD, and other invisible conditions that often intersect with emotional exhaustion, medical trauma, and feeling “different” in systems that aren’t built for them. Her approach blends CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy in a warm, validating environment that encourages authenticity and self-acceptance. At Starbound Therapy, clients are invited to embrace their uniqueness and find sustainable ways to care for their mental health while living with chronic and complex conditions.

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CMB Counseling, PLLC

Wilmington, NC · Mental Health

I am a licensed clinical social worker that provides mental health support for those in the chronic illness communities, specializing in patients with hEDS, endometriosis, infertility, and pregnancy loss. I have an office in Wilmington, North Carolina, where I can see patients in person, but most of my practice is through Telehealth, where I not only see patients throughout North Carolina state, but also see patients in South Carolina and Florida.

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Wilmington Treatment Center

Wilmington, NC · Mental Health

At Wilmington Treatment Center, our goal is to provide a superior treatment experience to adult men and women who have been struggling with substance abuse, chemical dependency, and certain co-occurring mental health disorders. Our approach to treatment is based upon our understanding that addiction is a chronic progressive disease that is best treated via a complete continuum of comprehensive services.At Wilmington Treatment Center, we are dedicated to ensuring that each patient receives a personalized treatment plan that identifies and addresses his or her unique needs, strengths, and treatment goals. We believe in a patient-focused approach to treatment, we place great value on developing a strong alliance between patients and the professionals with whom they work, and we are dedicated to incorporating evidence-based, research-supported therapies and techniques in a manner that is best suited to meeting our patients' treatment objectives.Treatment at Wilmington Treatment Center is based on the principles and practices of the 12-Step recovery model as well as best practice modalities, with a focus on personal growth and recovery. We understand that treatment is just one step along the path of lifelong recovery, and we endeavor to help our patients develop the skills and strategies that will empower them to continue the progress that they make during their time with us.

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Blooming Prairie Psychology, PLLC

Bismarck, ND · Mental Health

During her career, Dr. Kenney has practiced in a wide range of settings and had the opportunity to provide services in many areas. She provides individual and group therapy in addition to diagnostic psychological assessments. She has provided consultation and clinical services in public and Tribal schools and Head Start programs. She has also provided assessment and therapy in residential addiction treatment and with adolescent federal inmates. After her children were born, perinatal mood and anxiety disorders became a passion for her, especially noting how underserved North Dakota was in the early 2000s. She spent over a decade as the North Dakota volunteer for Postpartum Support International. She was also the Upper Midwest Volunteer Coordinator for this organization for many years. She was proud to help start universal screening for all new moms delivering at CHI St. Alexius Health upon moving to Bismarck. Another specialty area for Dr. Kenney has been working with individuals with chronic pain and chronic illness. She has worked in pain clinics and believes in the importance of comprehensive pain management. She finds working with individuals with functional neurological disorder, IBS, migraine, and other common but misunderstood conditions rewarding. She is an advocate for the use of the biopsychosocial model in the understanding and treatment of chronic pain. She enjoys the opportunity to help patients learn to live a more fulfilling and satisfying life, in spite of chronic pain. There is, of course, also hope that together the intensity of the chronic pain will lessen. Dr. Kenney has a personal and professional interest in Hypermobile Spectrum Disorder/Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, Hypermobile Type (hEDS). In the fall of 2024, she founded the Bisman Zebras- Hypermobility and EDS Support Group.

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Mindfully

Centerville, OH · Mental Health

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor who specializes in working with individuals living with chronic illness and chronic pain. Living with health challenges or adjusting to new stages of life can sometimes feel overwhelming, isolating, and exhausting and you don’t have to do it alone. I focus on helping clients reframe thought patterns, build practical coping strategies, and find realistic solutions that support a better quality of life. Through my lived experience with chronic illness I have noticed the gap in the mental health options for those seeking counseling and I hope to be one small change in this highly needed area. My approach is grounded in compassion, collaboration, and empowerment. Through my own life experiences, I understand how deeply your physical and emotional struggles can impact daily living, relationships, and self-identity. This lived perspective allows me to truly relate to my clients and meet them with empathy rather than judgment. Together, we work to reduce distress, strengthen resilience, and create meaningful, sustainable change so you can feel more supported, capable, and empowered in your life.

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Amani Counseling

Kettering, OH · Mental Health

Amani Counseling provides quality therapy in Dayton for individuals struggling with anxiety, depression, PTSD & more. Call today.

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Life Worth Growing LLC

Troy, OH · Mental Health

I’m a social worker with hEDS and I provide telehealth therapy through Life Worth Growing LLC. I’m passionate about providing competent mental healthcare for hypermobile individuals. My passion for working with hypermobile clients stems from my experience of having EDS and its comorbidities repeatedly misdiagnosed as different mental health conditions. I have worked with adolescents and adults with EDS and HSD in individual and group therapy settings. I also have experience working with adolescents and adults with mood disorders, anxiety disorders, ADHD, emotion dysregulation, and impulsivity. I’m happy to work with hypermobile clients who would like support coping with the various changes in their life caused by hypermobility, mental health conditions, or chronic pain. At this time, I do not accept clients younger than 13 years old.

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Emily Downs, LPC

Edmond, OK · Mental Health

Emily is a licensed professional counselor at the [Oklahoma Sex & Relationship Institute](https://www.emilydowns.com/) providing support for individuals, couples, & partnered systems with: chronic illness/disability, complex trauma, dissociative disorders, systemic oppression & minority stress, racial trauma, neurodivergence, identity, anxiety, and depression. Her practice is trauma-informed, BIPOC-friendly, inclusive of disabilities, neurodivergence-affirming, kink-aware, nonmonogamy-friendly, and sex-worker allied. Services are offered in person and online. — Emily is a survivor of complex trauma living with hEDS/MCAS/POTS along with several other chronic illnesses. She takes great care in providing a space that feels safe and supportive for those who have been harmed before by relationships with medical and mental health professionals. Emily believes that access to safe and affirming healthcare should be a right and not a privilege, and she aims to make mental health care accessible to as many as possible.

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In the Valley Therapy, LLC

Tulsa, OK · Mental Health

Have you found yourself in the "valley of life" or the "valley of the shadow of death?" Throughout life, we find ourselves trudging through the "valley" whether due to circumstances, loss, tragedy, or emotional disruption. At In the Valley Therapy, LLC, we are here to help you process life

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Janet Borden LCSW PLLC

Tulsa, OK · Mental Health

I’m Janet Borden, LCSW, a clinical social worker in private practice specializing in chronic medical conditions, Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome (EDS), ADHD, Autism, giftedness, and developmental disability. I also live with hEDS and related co-occurring conditions, which I navigate both personally and professionally. This lived experience informs my work and allows me to offer a grounded, compassionate approach to care. Having a therapeutic space that understands both the medical and emotional realities of EDS can make a real difference. Together, we can navigate the complex layers that come with these conditions, support your overall well-being, and bring clarity to what may be mental health symptoms versus the expected experiences of living with EDS. I also help individuals and families navigate complex medical and educational systems — building clarity, advocacy, and confidence as you access the care and accommodations you need.

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Proud Colors Counseling

Eugene, OR · Mental Health

jeong yoon janney Home Learn More About jeong yoon Therapy Services Supervision and Consultation Fees Resources Client Portal Contact **Proud Colors Counseling** ### *** available for new individual clients (Aug 2025)*** # Proud Colors Counseling provides individual and relational therapy, with a focus on people who hold minoritized identities, including Black, Indigenous, People of Color, as well as gender, sexuality, and relationship minorities in Oregon and Washington.

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Steps to Change, LLC

Eugene, OR · Mental Health

Provides mental health care in an inclusive setting. Michelle also has hEDS and other comorbidities, so they have a personal understanding of the effects disabilities can have on mental health. They work closely with their clients to provide support, validation of experiences and coping strategies.

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Anne-Marie Basso

Portland, OR · Mental Health

A Space for Reflection + Meaningful Change I offer in-person therapy in Portland Oregon, and I offer online therapy throughout Oregon and California. Therapy offers a quiet pause from the momentum of everyday life — a place to notice the patterns that shape how you live, relate, and understand yourself. In a thoughtful, engaged relationship, we make room for complexity and explore your experience with care, allowing new understandings to take form. People often come to therapy seeking change in their relationships, their work, or their relationship to themselves. My approach is grounded in the belief that two minds working together can make sense of complex emotional patterns in ways that are difficult to do alone. Relational psychodynamic therapy is a collaborative process in which we explore emotional and relational patterns as they emerge — both in your life outside therapy and in the here-and-now of our work together. By developing a deeper understanding of unconscious processes, early attachments, and how these shape present-day experiences, new possibilities for change can begin to take form. Patterns that feel disruptive or limiting often originate in early relationships and operate outside of conscious awareness. I understand the therapy relationship as an opportunity to observe, experience, and work through these patterns in real time. Within this space, you may find opportunities to relate to yourself and others with greater flexibility, clarity, and freedom. Core areas of my clinical work: Chronic Pain or illness Depression, anxiety , or persistent emotional discomfort Challenges in intimate relationships Loneliness , isolation, or difficulty being with oneself Experiences of grief and loss Divorce, breakups, and relational transitions Family conflict or the impact of complex family systems Managing the demands of high-pressure careers Trauma and its long-term emotional patterns Questions around gender, sexuality, or desire Kink-allied and sex-positive concerns Navigating childfree identity or decisions around family Supporting or being connected to family members with severe mental illness The inner life of artists and creative people A desire to integrate mindfulness or a more reflective way of living

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Ask Counseling LLC

Portland, OR · Mental Health

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Dazzling Spoons Counseling

Portland, OR · Mental Health

I work with professional women who have chronic pain and/or chronic illnesses, many of whom have experienced some combination of being ignored, misdiagnosed, and gaslighted. My clients are trying to be kind to themselves, to trust themselves, and to find ways to get the support that they need without having to prove that their pain is real or that they’re trying hard enough. Before they came to see me, they feared they were out of options. They worried coming to see me would mean being told the same thing they’d heard so many times before, without any interest in or understanding of their actual experience: “Think more positive,” “lose weight,” and “just do yoga.” And they were pretty sure they’d never find someone who would believe them. Like my clients, you deserve to have a doctor’s appointment that doesn’t leave you in tears. And getting the accommodations and support you need to succeed at work doesn’t have to be totally out of your reach. I believe that all bodies are good bodies, and that includes your body. If you want to learn to be kind to and trust yourself—to believe that you are not and have never been the problem—I’d love to help you get there.

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Heart Strings Therapy - Portland

Portland, OR · Mental Health

My practice specializes in supporting individuals with EDS and chronic illnesses, offering a compassionate space to work through the unique challenges of these conditions. I am a licensed psychologist and have multi-state license in both California (#33158) and Oregon (#4026). I offer telehealth appointments throughout Oregon and California, as well as in-person availability in Ventura, CA. I understand that the physical pain, fatigue, and uncertainty of EDS can make it hard to get through daily life, let alone manage the endless stream of medical appointments and advocacy demands. Many of my clients come to me feeling emotionally isolated, burned out, and grieving the loss of a life they once envisioned. Together, we explore ways to reclaim control, build resilience, and create a life that honors your reality without losing sight of hope. Through therapy, I help clients: Process the grief and emotional weight of living with a chronic illness. Develop tools to manage stress, anxiety, and overwhelm. Strengthen self-compassion and reduce the isolation that comes with invisible conditions. Learn strategies to cope with the unpredictability of symptoms while finding joy and meaning in life again. You’ve likely spent so much energy trying to hold it all together—managing your symptoms, keeping up with life, and trying to be understood by those around you. What if you didn’t have to spend every ounce of energy just surviving? Together, we’ll carve out a path that helps you find moments of calm, connection, and clarity, even amidst the challenges of EDS. Check out my website to learn more about me and my practice at: [heartstringstherapy.net](https://www.heartstringstherapy.net/chronic-illness)

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Keene Counsel

Portland, OR · Mental Health

I am a licensed mental health therapist, certified substance use counselor in California, Oregon, and Washington, and an approved clinical supervisor in Oregon, and Washington as well as a National Certified Counselor. I’m also a yoga teacher and draw from a hyper-mobile informed yoga practice. I’ve spent nearly a decade in community mental health and nonprofit co-occurring treatment and leadership. My practice moved toward chronic illness therapy after I was diagnosed with MS in 2019, I’m also a hEDS zebra with MCAS, Dysautonomia, and accompanying disorder stars across the chronic constellation. I use my experience in practice at times and will share with you when it’s useful.

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Meredith Noble Counseling LLC

Portland, OR · Mental Health

I offer virtual counseling to those within the state of Oregon. I live with Ehlers-Danlos syndrome, Postural Tachycardia Syndrome, and Mast Cell Activation Disorder. I know the misogyny, hostility, disinterest, gaslighting, and fatphobia that occur routinely within the medical system, and the tolls these can take on mental health—as if the tolls of living with pain and illness aren’t enough! I am here to accompany you in your experiences of chronic illness and chronic pain. We can explore the emotional impacts (like grief, anger, sadness), process experiences of disability and ableism, and help you find moments of contentment and joy despite bodily obstacles. Please visit my website to learn more about me and my services: https://meredithnoble.com As a Professional Counselor Associate, I am supervised by Kelly Prothero, LCSW.

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Noel Quigley, LPC, LLC

Portland, OR · Mental Health

Professional virtual mental health counseling and supervision in Oregon. Offering individual, relationship, and somatic therapy to support overall well-being.

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My Wellness Center

Allison Park, PA · Mental Health

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and owner of Radiant Self Counseling LLC where I provide telehealth therapy for residents of Pennsylvania and Ohio. I also provide in-person and telehealth services at My Wellness Center in Allison Park. I am trained in EMDR and somatic therapies and work with fellow Zebras, Chronic Illness, Medical Trauma, Developmental Trauma and Disability.

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Therapy and Counseling Services

Camp Hill, PA · Mental Health

TCS is a nonprofit clinic providing occupational, speech, and feeding therapy to children and adults. We have providers specializing in managing hypermobility and associated conditions with a neurodiversity-affirming lens. We have neurodivergent clinicians on staff, some of whom are also diagnosed with EDS, bringing a lens of understanding to our clinical interactions. Offering in-clinic or telehealth appointments. We accept most commercial insurances and several Medicaid plans.

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Alexandra Milspaw PhD LLC

East Texas, PA · Mental Health

I specialize in chronic pain, trauma and sexual health. Everything is connected! I’m a Designated Chronic pelvic Pain specialist with the International Pelvic Pain Society. Many of my clients have EDS and connective tissue disease and autoimmune and dysautonomia, which all influence pelvic and sexual pain and wellness! I’m here to help you connect the dots, heal the brain, and help you access the provider team you need to get better faster.

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Integrity Psychological Services

Monroeville, PA · Mental Health

At Integrity Psychological Services, we believe in a comprehensive approach to mental health care. Medication can be a valuable tool in addressing mental health issues and having your mental health care supplemented by an appropriate psychiatric medication can serve as an important part of your overall mental health care plan. Dr. Melissa Turkal, DNP, PMHNP, CRNP of Instinct Wellness, LLC provides on-site and virtual medication management services in our Monroeville office as well as the Greater Pittsburgh area. Yearly on-site appointments are required of any patients taking controlled substances. Dr. Turkal has been a Registered Nurse since 1997, and has a wealth of knowledge and experience in both acute medical care and mental health. She completed her Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) and Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) at Carlow University in Pittsburgh, PA. She completed her Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) at Robert Morris University in Moon Township, PA. She is a Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner in Pennsylvania. She is an experienced and knowledgeable board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and faculty at Robert Morris University in the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice programs. Dr. Turkal and her adult daughter both live with EDS, and she is a passionate patient advocate. She takes great pride in Advanced Practice Nursing to ensure her patients receive compassionate, comprehensive, and competent health care.

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Grace Picard

Philadelphia, PA · Mental Health

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Perceptive Insights Psychological Services

Phoenixville, PA · Mental Health

I’m a psychologist working virtually. I can work with patients in 42 states. I understand the struggles of living with EDS and can provide emotional support on the journey that is the struggle of living with chronic illness.

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Austen Psychological Services

Pittsburgh, PA · Mental Health

Hello! I’m an EDSer and licensed psychologist who works with children and adults ages 7 – 55. My clinic provides evaluations for autism, adhd, learning differences, etc., focusing on the role connective tissues play in our mental health and social desire. I’ve learned how to take care of individuals with EDS because I have been on the same journey as you, finding or creating the care that I need. Let me help care for you. I’m not providing therapy at this time; evaluations only.

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Holland Millure

Pittsburgh, PA · Mental Health

Looking for quality mental health care in Pittsburgh

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Radiant Self Counseling LLC - Pittsburgh

Pittsburgh, PA · Mental Health

I am a Licensed Professional Counselor, and owner of Radiant Self Counseling LLC where I provide telehealth therapy for residents of Pennsylvania and Ohio. I also provide in-person and telehealth services at My Wellness Center in Allison Park. I am trained in EMDR and somatic therapies and work with fellow Zebras, Chronic Illness, Medical Trauma, Developmental Trauma and Disability.

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Granite Brook Farm Inc.

Foster, RI · Mental Health

Always Offering Telehealth – Animal Assisted Therapy in-person coming soon. No matter where you are in your life, I am dedicated to providing unconditional support, a reliable ear to listen, and guidance to help you become the best version of yourself. Together, we will work to understand and discover the best ways to handle whatever you are experiencing. I have traveled and lived in many states, but my heart always brings me back to the four seasons in Rhode Island. I would describe myself as compassionate, fun, honest, and dedicated. I enjoy being a therapist because I have the privilege of impacting and empowering individuals in ways that can change the trajectory of their lives. I focus on chronic illnesses such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, cancer, and more. Whether you are new to therapy or re-entering the process, it is essential to find a clinical professional who is supportive, safe, and non-judgmental. I can assist you as you navigate your path and guide you to a healthier place, both inside and out. Today, many people face nearly impossible work schedules, inadequate health coverage, employment relocations, disabilities, and economic challenges. We must address these challenges head-on to help as many individuals as possible at the lowest cost. Therapy Types Specialties and Expertise

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Brown University Health

Providence, RI · Mental Health

Dr. Bergfield (she/they) is a clinical psychologist who works in behavioral medicine/health psychology. She specializes in trauma, identity, and grief work, as well as chronic pain and illness. She has a special interest in working with individuals who have EDS/HSD and has worked with numerous individuals providing individual therapy, group therapy, support groups, and psychological assessment. She used to be the Research and Registry Coordinator for the Ehlers-Danlos Society and did her dissertation on personality traits in individuals with different types of EDS. She works in two different outpatient offices, Behavioral Medicine and at the Norman Prince Spine Institute. She sees people in person and virtually and is licensed in the state of Rhode Island. Hospital Affiliations: Rhode Island Hospital Miriam Hospital

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The Mindful Living Center

Providence, RI · Mental Health

The Mindful Living Center: ” Living Green, Healthy & Mindful” Susan Hurd, MA, CAGS, LMHC has over 20 years of expertise in offering Mindfulness-based Psychotherapy Counseling and Mindfulness-based Meditation Services. We offer an integrative Mindfulness-based Mind-Body and Compassionate approach to support your mental health and well-being. We specialize in treating clients with complex, painful and disabling medical conditions that are interconnected with mental health conditions. Some conditions that we provide support for are: Anxiety Disorders, Depression, Pain Management, Stress Management, Adjustments, Disability and Rehabilitation Counseling & Advocacy, Life Transitions, Medical Trauma and other Trauma contributing towards PTSD. Susan Hurd, MA, CAGS, LMHC has Skillfully and Compassionately treated many persons over the years with Connective Tissue Disorders including Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, EDS, and Fibromyalgia and co-existing conditions such as: Dysautonomia, Mast Cell Activation Syndrome, MCAS causing allergies, Chemical Sensitivities and Fragrance Sensitivities. She also is a Certified Lyme Disease Literate Therapist. She has certifications and trainings in Mind-Body Trauma, & PTSD. She has a trauma certificate, “The Body Keeps Score” with leading Harvard Medical PTSD researcher and medical expert, Dr. Bessel van der Kolk, MD, also author of the Best Selling Book, ” The Body Keeps Score. She also training in EMDR. She also has training in the Expressive Arts. She has extensive Mindfulness-based Meditation and Mind-Body trainings including with Harvard Medical Psychologist and Researcher of Mindfulness-based Self-Compassion, Christ Germer, Ph.D. Susan Hurd has also trained with Jon Kabat-Zinn, Ph.D, founder of Mindfulness-based Meditation and Stress Reduction, MBMSR, and Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, Mindfulness Researcher and Best Selling Author of Full Catastrophe Living. She also has training expertise in Mindfulness-based Grief and Loss Counseling. Susan Hurd, MA, CAGS, LMHC has been praised in being an excellent listener and very compassionate. She integrates Psychodynamic Talk Therapy with Mindfulness Mind-Body-Emotions Awareness Trainings and Mind-Body Trauma Techniques, Mindfulness-based Cognitive Therapy, along with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, CBT. She has an excellent track record in helping people learn how to better cope and manage with complex medical conditions intertwined with mental health conditions. Susan Hurd, MA, CAGS, LMHC did her 3500 clinical training hours at the Rehabilitation Hospital of RI in an integrative medical pain clinic, Healing Choices with Medical Director, Dr. Keith Rafal, MD, Brown University Medical. She then continued to work at the Healing Choices for many years until she opened her own Private Practice, The Mindful Living Center. While at Healing Choices, she received excellent clinical training treating many with Fibromyalgia, and other Connective Tissue Disorders including Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, EDS, as well as other Auto-immune Conditions and Lyme Disease. She also treated people with Traumatic Injuries and Traumatic Brain Injuries, TBI’s and Concussions. Working at the Rehabilitation Hospital of RI gave Susan Hurd, LMHC, excellent training in Disability & Rehabilitation Counseling and Advocacy, as well as in Health Psychology, Mind-Body Medicine and Psychotherapy Counseling Approaches to treating mental health conditions. Susan Hurd, MA, CAGS, LMHC also lives successfully with her own complex medical conditions that does include hEDS. She therefore has Professional and Personal Experience. She offers Virtual Telemedicine Services.

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Christina Bedetta Nutrition Counseling

Riverside, RI · Mental Health

Christina is a registered dietitian nutritionist based in Rhode Island. As her practice is fully Telehealth, she is licensed in several states, and able to work with individuals located in multiple locations throughout the U.S. Christina is passionate about helping and empowering others with their nutrition goals, from managing symptoms of medical conditions including Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, to nourishing and caring for themselves in ways that are aligned with their unique values and needs. Christina is also a Certified Intuitive Eating Counselor, and enjoys supporting individuals with cultivating and maintaining a peaceful relationship with food and body. Christina values providing compassionate, evidence-based, inclusive care to all individuals. From years of both navigating her personal chronic illnesses and working with others, Christina understands that there are many obstacles and complexities that individuals may face. She appreciates every opportunity to listen and learn about the unique experiences of each human, and offers the utmost support, and nutrition education and guidance for navigating each season of life.

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Foothold Counseling, LLC

Lexington, SC · Mental Health

Telehealth Only Practice specializing in holistic approaches to mental health

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Caroline Rowlader Counseling

Chattanooga, TN · Mental Health

Caroline Rowlader, LPC-MHSP (she/her) is a Licensed Professional Counselor with Mental Health Service Provider designation in the state of Tennessee (License #4518). She works exclusively via telehealth with adults (ages 24+) navigating anxiety, perfectionism, mild depression, chronic health conditions, ADHD, and major life transitions. Caroline’s clients are often in the midst of big changes — whether that’s shifting careers, navigating relationships, or adjusting to evolving family roles. They tend to be self-aware, motivated for growth, and open to direct feedback and fresh perspectives. Many seek the flexibility, privacy, and accessibility that teletherapy offers. With lived experience of Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, ADHD, and Chronic Fatigue Syndrome, Caroline brings a chronic illness-informed lens to her work. She aligns with pro-choice and feminist values, and her approach is grounded in Health at Every Size (HAES) and Intuitive Eating principles. Caroline integrates Solution-Focused Therapy with Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Person-Centered Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, Trauma-Informed Care, and Psychoeducation. She has provided counseling in a range of settings, including community mental health, substance abuse treatment, and private practice. She holds degrees from the University of Georgia and Columbus State University.

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Henegar Counseling Center

Chattanooga, TN · Mental Health

The Henegar Counseling Center provides quality counseling, therapy, and psychological testing services to the Chattanooga community.

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Zebra Minds Psychiatry

Jonseborough, TN · Mental Health

Hello, my name is TJ. I am a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner. I provide telehealth psychiatry in the state of Tennessee. We’re all on our own unique journey, shaped by our backgrounds and goals. I aim to understand both and collaborate with you in the present to create meaningful change. I specialize in working with individuals navigating complex medical conditions such as Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, MCAS, autoimmune disorders, and other health issues that often impact mental well-being. My ideal client is someone motivated to improve their life and who may have felt dismissed, misunderstood, or unheard by other providers. I’m here to offer support, validation, and a space where your experiences are taken seriously. I specialize in Psychiatric Medication Management with a holistic approach. With a background in physical therapy, exercise physiology, nursing, and psychiatry, I integrate traditional medications with nutrition, exercise, lifestyle support, brief therapy, and autism assessments. I’m also certified in Nutritional Psychiatry and Low Dose Naltrexone. Traditional medicine says, “When you hear hoofbeats, think horses—not zebras.” But I work with the zebras. If you’ve struggled to find a provider who truly listens, cares, and seeks the root cause, I’d be honored to support you. Please feel free to reach out.

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Movement X

Knoxville, TN · Mental Health

Ashton Grimm is a concierge and travel physical therapist specializing in the treatment of hypermobile patients. With a deep understanding of connective tissue disorders and joint instability, Ashton delivers personalized, one-on-one care in the comfort of clients’ homes or preferred environments—wherever they are. Her mobile practice combines clinical expertise with a compassionate, holistic approach, empowering hypermobile individuals to regain strength, stability, and confidence in movement while maintaining their active lifestyles. Whether you’re managing Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome or generalized joint hypermobility, Ashton brings both flexibility and focus to meet you where you are—literally and physically.

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Works Counseling Center

Nashville, TN · Mental Health

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UT Austin Adult Genetics

Austin, TX · Mental Health

The UT Austin Adult Genetics Clinic provides evaluation and support for adult patients (18 years and older) with a known or suspected genetic disorder, as…

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Wellspring Birth Center

Cleveland, TX · Mental Health

Wellspring Midwifery Care & Birth Center is located in Cleveland, Texas – just 30 minutes northeast of Houston, 30 minutes south of Livingston, and 30 minutes east of Conroe. The birth center offers a comfortable setting for low risk, natural births under the care of midwives. Available services include: Prenatal Care & Postpartum Care Waterbirth Childbirth Education Ultrasounds, labwork, and gender testing Placenta Encapsulation

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Howard Cohen - Mind + Body Medicine

Dallas, TX · Mental Health

Mind + Body Medicine offers innovative, personalized care for treatment-resistant chronic pain, psychiatric conditions, and neurological disorders in Dallas–Fort Worth. Our board-certified doctors combine advanced treatments like Brain Mapping and Ketamine Therapy to promote lasting recovery and resilience. We specialize in managing conditions such as PTSD, Fibromyalgia, Chronic Migraine, EDS, CRPS, Post-COVID Syndrome and more. Mind + Body Medicine harnesses the power of neuroplasticity, technology, and a compassionate approach to help patients reclaim their lives. Proudly serving Dallas, Fort Worth, and the greater DFW area.

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Mind + Body Medicine

Dallas, TX · Mental Health

Multidisciplinary Pain Program Clinic includes Pain Medicine, Psychiatry, Anesthesiology, Interventional Pain Management, Addiction Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Psychosomatic Medicine, LPCs, Chiropractic, Manual therapy, Acupuncture, Ambulatory Surgery Center, Advanced Neuropsychopharmacology, Transcranial Magnetic Stimulation, Peripheral Magnetic Stimulation, Ketamine and Pain infusions, Headache infusions, VNS, PEMF, Research, education, group and individual psychotherapy, Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy for Trauma/PTSD, orthopedics, X-Ray, MRI , neuropsychological testing, Quantitative EEG, Sleep Lab, Stellate Ganglion blocks.

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Inner Archive Therapy, PLLC

Frisco, TX · Mental Health

Therapy at Inner Archive goes beyond symptom management toward meaning-making and intentional choice. Inner Archive Therapy integrates somatic-based and meaning-oriented therapy for Texans ages 16+ navigating chronic pain, trauma, dissociation, and identity concerns.This work is informed by both formal clinical training and lived experience, particularly with clients who have felt dismissed or misunderstood by medical, religious, or institutional systems. Services are available via telehealth across Texas and in person in Frisco, TX. Sarah Sustaita, MS, LPC Associate supervised by Bonnie Scott, MA, LPC-S.

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Inspired Psychological & Behavioral Health Services

Georgetown, TX · Mental Health

At Inspired Psychological & Behavioral Health Services, we are a collaborative of providers who specialize in diagnosis and treatment of children and adolescents with diverse neurocognitive and neurological strengths and needs. I am school, clinical, and medical/pediatric psychology-trained to understand and work with the complexity that neurologic, neurodevelopmental, or chronic medical issues create. I specialize in working with families, children and teens diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorders, Tourette’s/Tic Disorders, ADHD, and OCD, with EDS, diabetes, migraine, chronic medical conditions, and/or PANDAS/PANS. Most of my patients have more than one of these diagnoses; they are children for whom typical therapeutic strategies often aren’t effective. I specialize in providing individualized, integrated, and specialized care, including Exposure and Response Prevention, SPACE, executive function skills training and social problem solving skills, inhibitory learning approaches such as ACT-informed and DBT-informed cognitive behavioral therapy.

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Balanced Life Solutions

Plano, TX · Mental Health

We specialize in the diganosis and support of adults with neurodevelopmental conditions including autism, ADHD, giftedness and other learning differences. We work from a strength based model, and all staff are either neurodivergent, disabled, or both. We recognize the high overlap between EDS and these diagnoses.

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Firebird Counseling

Plano, TX · Mental Health

I am a chronically ill, disabled therapist with lived experience of the lengthy, difficult Rare Disease diagnostic journey in the American healthcare system. I take my experiences throughout that difficult process and turn them into something positive: Helping patients through their own journeys of diagnosis, finding themselves and their truest personal values, and finding new ways to live according to those values.

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Carie Chandler Counseling

Willow Park, TX · Mental Health

Carie Chandler Counseling is a private practice offering support for adults, teens, and children seeking emotional well-being and growth. With a client-centered approach Carie blends therapeutic techniques, including EMDR, to address anxiety, chronic health conditions, and the impact of trauma. As a counselor with lived experience with Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, POTS, and MCAS she is passionate about helping others navigate life with these conditions while reaching for the fullness of life they deserve. Through in-person sessions, Carie empowers individuals within the Fort Worth, Aledo, and Weatherford areas to embrace self-discovery, healing, and personal transformation. Telehealth is provided for those living anywhere in Texas. She accepts insurance.

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Wildflower Therapy, LLC

Lehi, UT · Mental Health

Kristina Smith, MSW LCSW, RYT 200 is a mental health therapist and registered yoga teacher located in Lehi, Utah. She specializes in chronic illness, trauma, eating disorders, and LGBTQIA+ clients. Visit [wildflowertherapyutah.com](http://wildflowertherapyutah.com) for more information about pricing, insurance, and scheduling.

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Sego Lily Counseling

Pleasant Grove, UT · Mental Health

Sego Lily Counseling is located in Pleasant Grove, Utah. We have several clinicians on staff specializing in different areas. Ashly sees clients online and specializes in working with clients who have chronic health diagnoses, chronic pain, and eating disorders. She teaches clients somatic yoga, ACT, vagus nerve regulation, and pacing skills. She also helps them connect to expert healthcare providers who help them improve quality of life through better medical care. Ashly has a waitlist, but is currently training another clinician, Kristin Stanley, to improve wait times for clients seeking chronic illness support. Ashly has a website where she shares info about rare disorders and her story with hypermobility, POTS, and vascular compression syndromes, https://www.believepain.com. She has a master’s degree in social work with an emphasis in healthcare, a graduate level Interdisciplinary Certificate in Women’s Health, is an LCSW, and a clinical yoga practitioner. She facilitates a virtual POTS group every Thursday at 1:00, but if this group gets full, she’s open to creating another group with with enough interest, even one specifically for those with an EDS diagnosis. The POTS group provides peer support as well as psycho education related to living with POTS. Currently, you must be in Utah to join. We accept most insurances. Without insurance, it’s $25 weekly for POTS group or $150 for an individual session.

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BridgeHope Family Therapy

Provo, UT · Mental Health

BridgeHope Family Therapy, LLC helps adults in Texas, Utah, and Virginia to improve their lives through treating anxiety, life transitions, trauma and PTSD through in-person (Utah) and online services (Utah, Texas, Virginia).

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Greenwell Psychology & Consulting

Salt Lake City, UT · Mental Health

Greenwell Psychology & Consulting is located in Salt Lake City, Utah, and offers services nationally, specializing in equipping individuals and organizations to thrive in high stress, complex environments (e.g., high intensity professions, post-trauma recovery, critical incident response, and other major life hardships). Some of our specialties are: [High Intensity Professions, Burnout, & Perfectionism](https://greenwellpsychology.com/specialties#high-intensity) [PTSD & Other Trauma Responses](https://greenwellpsychology.com/specialties#ptsd) [Chronic Pain, GI Diseases, & Feed Disorders](https://greenwellpsychology.com/specialties#chronic-pain) [Cancer, Terminal Illnesses, & Palliative Care](https://greenwellpsychology.com/specialties#cancer) [Caregiver Support, Grief, & Bereavement](https://greenwellpsychology.com/specialties#caregiver)

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Rebirth Health Center/ Rebirth OBGYN

Salt Lake City, UT · Mental Health

Solo practice in Gynecology and Transgender Healthcare; our clinic cares for people from diverse communities and is LGBTQ+/BIPOC/Neurodivergent inclusive, and trauma-responsive. We believe in holistic care, bodily autonomy, and harm reduction. Many of our patients are questioning an autism/ADHD diagnosis and many question if they have EDS/HDS/POTTS and other syndromes that are more often seen in transgender and neurodivergent people.

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Grey Matter Wellness - Burlington

Burlington, VT · Mental Health

Integrative therapy for women | Based in St. Petersburg, Florida | Virtual therapy offered for all Florida residents | Free 20 Minute Consultation Call | Modern, Progressive, LGBTQ+ inclusive | Trauma sensitive, neuroscience informed, holistic counseling for ADHD, anxiety, stress, grief, self-esteem, stress, relationship concerns, sexuality, life transitions, and caregiving.

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Wise Family Wellness

Alexandria, VA · Mental Health

I am a pre-licensed counseling intern and I work with a group private practice. I am supervised by a Virginia Counseling Board Approved Supervisor, Tatiana Rodriguez, LPC. I am passionate about helping patients with the mental health side of navigating Ehlers-Danlos syndrome and hypermobility spectrum disorders as I have personal and professional ties to this field. I practice in person in Alexandria, VA, and virtually for patients residing in Virginia.

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Rising Sun Therapy & Wellness, LLC

Arlington, VA · Mental Health

In my practice, I work with many individuals navigating chronic health conditions, including those with Ehlers–Danlos Syndrome in all its forms. I understand that living with chronic pain can feel like being in a constant tug-of-war with your own body, when it seems to resist or even retaliate against your best efforts to care for it. Together, we explore ways to rebuild trust in your body, find steadier ground amid the uncertainty, and create compassionate systems of support that honor both your physical and emotional realities. My approach is collaborative, trauma-informed, and deeply attuned to the mind–body connection. Whether you’re coping with unpredictable pain flares, fatigue, or medical trauma, we work to make space for grief and frustration while cultivating resilience, gentleness, and agency in the face of ongoing challenges. Healing may not mean “fixing” what hurts, but learning to live in partnership with yourself in ways that feel steadier, kinder, and more possible.

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Hope and Harmony

Culpeper, VA · Mental Health

I am a member of the EDS community and a licensed counselor in Virginia offering online counseling services to clients ages 13 and up struggling to move through the challenges life has put in their path. Most insurance plans are accepted.

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Body Dynamics Inc

Falls Church, VA · Mental Health

We are a multidisciplinary practice of PTs, massage therapists, fitness trainers, and counselors all with experience working with patients with symptomatic hypermobility, POTS, and MCAS.

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Papillon Psychiatry, Health & Wellness

Henrico, VA · Mental Health

Care That Supports the Whole Person: Mind, Body, and Nervous System Papillon offers thoughtful, integrative care for high-achieving women who want to feel more grounded, supported, and steady in their bodies and lives.

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Evolvinn Therapy and Consulting

McLean, VA · Mental Health

Evolvinn Therapy and Consulting is a growing group practice of mental health providers who specialize in the overlap of chronic medical conditions and mental health disorders. We are 100% virtual so you can participate in sessions from the comfort of your own home. We are able to work with clients virtually in 43 states across the country! Evolvinn specializes in helping children, adolescents and adults acquire the insights, tools, strategies, and skills they need to live confidently, enjoy meaningful relationships, and pursue their dreams and goals We are particularly committed to helping patients achieve breakthroughs in addressing the formidable challenges that accompany diagnoses of Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), Myalgic Encephalomyelitis/Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (ME/CFS), Ehlers-Danlos Syndrom (EDS), Long COVID and Mast Cell Activation Syndrome (MCAS) and other complex, chronic health conditions utilizing innovative, collaborative approaches. Often, we consult and work closely with other healthcare and professional providers to offer complementary services as part of an individualized and collaborative treatment process. Evolvinn Therapy and Consulting is enriched by serving clients of all races, ethnicities, cultures, national origins, socioeconomic backgrounds, faith backgrounds, sexual orientations, gender identities and expressions, abilities, and medical conditions. We are dedicated to providing a welcoming environment for all.

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Sheltering Arms - Laburnum

Richmond, VA · Mental Health

Outpatient orthopedic physical therapy – provider background of general musculoskeletal rehabilitation is augmented by education and experience in working with the EDS and HSD population. The priority is to provide compassionate care while helping a patient learn how to manage their symptoms and achieve the highest level of function possible. Telehealth sessions available upon request.

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Starbound Therapy - Richmond

Richmond, VA · Mental Health

Starbound Therapy offers compassionate, neurodiversity-affirming mental health care for adults navigating ADHD, anxiety, chronic pain, and relationship challenges. Founded by Kate E. Sweatt, MS, LCMHC (NC), LPC (VA), ADHD-CCSP , Starbound Therapy provides virtual sessions for clients throughout North Carolina and Virginia. Kate specializes in supporting individuals with hypermobile Ehlers-Danlos syndrome (hEDS), ADHD, and other invisible conditions that often intersect with emotional exhaustion, medical trauma, and feeling “different” in systems that aren’t built for them. Her approach blends CBT, mindfulness, and solution-focused therapy in a warm, validating environment that encourages authenticity and self-acceptance. At Starbound Therapy, clients are invited to embrace their uniqueness and find sustainable ways to care for their mental health while living with chronic and complex conditions.

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Rahman Health & Wellness, LLC

Sterling, VA · Mental Health

Facing life’s hurdles can be challenging and you don’t have to navigate them alone. I’m here to offer support and guidance to help you not just cope, but thrive. I offer therapy through Loudoun Counseling & Coaching, LLC and health coaching through my private practice, Rahman Health & Wellness, LLC. I enjoy collaborating with clients from diverse cultural backgrounds. In therapy, my approach is centered on leveraging your innate strengths to facilitate growth and resilience. I specialize in working with children, adolescents, and young adults, drawing from a diverse toolkit of therapeutic modalities. As a health coach, my focus shifts to helping adults achieve their wellness aspirations. Whether you’re aiming to reach a specific health goal, implement lifestyle changes recommended by your healthcare provider, or simply feel stuck in your current efforts, I’m here to provide personalized guidance and support. Virtual sessions offer a convenient and accessible way to connect, ensuring that support is readily available when you need it. I see most of my clients virtually. Whatever challenges you’re facing, I’m here to help you navigate them with confidence and resilience. Email is the BEST way to reach me.

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Personal Reflections Counseling, LLC

Winchester, VA · Mental Health

Find solace and support with our trauma therapist. We offer compassionate trauma counseling to help you heal and thrive.

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Yellow Brick Clinic

WA · Mental Health

It really IS all about YOU!_ Learn More ### Explore More... _**Yellow Brick Clinic: Integrative ADHD, Autism & Developmental-Behavioral Pediatric Health** _(YBC) is a Telehealth pediatric focused medical clinic serving the Pacific Northwest (PNW).

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Mara Applebaum, PhD, LMHC

Bainbridge Island, WA · Mental Health

I am a Washington state psychotherapist with experience in working with the complexities of EDS and HSD. When someone has chronic health challenges, it can be difficult to observe and think about one’s experience. I am available to help patients do just that, including working with someone’s team to try to determine which issues need to be addressed in psychotherapy and which issues are more closely related to the physical aspects of EDS (including dysautonomia, which can be mistaken for psychological issues, insomnia, etc.).

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Pacific Coast Mental Health

Lynnwood, WA · Mental Health

Jennifer Walter, MA, LMHC, SUDP is a licensed mental health counselor who specializes in trauma and addictions. She was diagnosed with hEDS 20 years ago and has provided mental health services to many patients with various forms of EDS. Telehealth and in person counseling available. Please reach out via email or phone to receive a 20 minute consultation (No charge). More info at www.Pacificcoastmentalhealth.com

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Restorative Resilience Counseling

Port Orchard, WA · Mental Health

Individualized trauma-informed counseling for adults, that engages longterm mental health care through social, emotional and historical exploration, psychoeducation and relationally focused tools to promote empowerment, recovery and healing. Focuses in Mental Health Supports Include Chronic illness / Pain Neurodivergence Support Sex Therapy, Sexual Development, Out-of-Control Sexual Behaviors, Sexual Dysfunction Interpersonal Abuse & Harm Recovery Choice, Consent & Identity Empowerment Therapeutic Story Exploration and Recovery Nervous System Stabilization

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Keene Counsel - Seattle

Seattle, WA · Mental Health

I am a licensed mental health therapist, certified substance use counselor in California, Oregon, and Washington, and an approved clinical supervisor in Oregon, and Washington as well as a National Certified Counselor. I’m also a yoga teacher and draw from a hyper-mobile informed yoga practice. I’ve spent nearly a decade in community mental health and nonprofit co-occurring treatment and leadership. My practice moved toward chronic illness therapy after I was diagnosed with MS in 2019, I’m also a hEDS zebra with MCAS, Dysautonomia, and accompanying disorder stars across the chronic constellation. I use my experience in practice at times and will share with you when it’s useful.

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Seattle Pediatric Psychology, PLLC co-located with CAPSS

Seattle, WA · Mental Health

I am a pediatric health psychologist specializing in helping children, adolescents, and young adults manage and cope with fluctuating daily symptoms, (including pain, sleep disturbances, and fatigue/energy challenges) and the accompanying impacts on emotional wellbeing and daily functioning. I specialize in working with pediatric patients experiencing complex chronic illnesses, such as EDS, dysautonomia, POTS, long COVID/post-viral syndromes, and chronic pain. Additionally, I provide support to neurodivergent and gender-expansive youth and I treat anxiety and sleep disorders in individuals with and without chronic illness. Additionally, I provide support to neurodivergent and gender-expansive youth and I treat anxiety and sleep disorders in individuals with and without chronic illness. My experience with patients experiencing pediatric EDS spans 20+ years, across training at top-ranked children’s hospitals’ interdisciplinary pain clinics and now in my private practice in Seattle, WA. Here, I care for patients in-person and via telehealth from 40+ states. I also continue to collaborate on pediatric behavioral health research with colleagues at the University of WA and Seattle Children’s Hospital. I actively seek out professional training opportunities to stay up to date on the best understanding of complex conditions, and recently completed several Project Echo trainings (Pediatric EDS, Pediatric Long COVID, and Pediatric Gender Affirmative Care). As a clinician-scientist, my treatment approaches are rooted in research-supported strategies, including CBT for pain, cognitive behavioral therapy for insomnia (CBT-I), behavior modification, Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT). I collaborate with my patients and their families to make individual treatment plans that incorporate their unique strengths and lived experiences and that aim to improve quality of life.

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Wandering Pine Wellness - Spokane

Spokane, WA · Mental Health

Gina Romero, LICSW, LCSW Therapist | Founder of Wandering Pine Wellness As a therapist living with Hypermobile Spectrum Disorder (HSD), fibromyalgia, and psoriatic arthritis (PsA), I bring both personal understanding and clinical expertise to my work. I specialize in supporting adults with ADHD, chronic illness, and trauma, and I’m deeply familiar with the complex overlaps between ADHD, Autism, EDS, and related conditions. My practice is neurodiversity-affirming, offering holistic ADHD and Autism assessments alongside trauma-informed therapy. I’ve seen powerful progress in my clients with chronic illness through EMDR and integrate a range of approaches, including ACT, CPT, and Internal Family Systems (IFS), to meet each client where they are. Licensed in WA, NV, and CO, I offer virtual therapy and assessments that honor the lived realities of neurodivergent and chronically ill individuals. Please visit my website to learn more about my approach or request an appointment: [wanderingpinewellness.com/ginaromero](http://wanderingpinewellness.com/ginaromero)

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Tardif Psychology

Tacoma, WA · Mental Health

Hello, I’m Dr. Annette Tardif, PhD, MA, a licensed Counseling Psychologist with hEDS who is passionate about guiding people with complex pain experiences to a future where pain isn’t in charge. I offer video appointments in 43 states (USA) to those 13yo and older.

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Anne Huebner & Associates

Brookfield, WI · Mental Health

Confidential counseling, evaluations, and therapy in Brookfield, WI. Call 262-786-9184 to schedule with Anne Huebner & Associates.

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Wildflower Counseling LLC

Fitchburg, WI · Mental Health

2918 Marketplace Drive, Ste 108 Fitchburg, WI 53719 (608) 571-4143 (608) 571-4143 * * * # About the Clinic #### Welcome to Wildflower Counseling Wildflowers are often planted by harsh circumstances. Yet, they find a way to bloom and flourish wherever they may land.

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Effective Artistry (Serving Illinois and Wisconsin via Telehealth) - Madison

Madison, WI · Mental Health

Is changing your life in the midst of contending with chronic illness feeling impossible? Perhaps you haven’t been believed by doctors. Perhaps you are exploring the intersection of the mind and body, of neurodiversity and EDS, and you’re looking for a therapist who understands. I’m ready to do the hard work with you: to face your fears, build a life that is sustainable, improve your relationships, collaborate with medical doctors to improve your physical health, and bring back parts of yourself that you miss, your je ne sais quoi. I am here, as your grounded guide, to help navigate you through exciting, terrifying, and bold life changes, with the parallel tectonic global upheaval under our feet. I will be radically present with you in your deepest hopes and fears. You may feel lonely, misunderstood, and lost, even though people in your life perceive you to be “put together.” It can be deeply overwhelming and also courageous to build a life that you know, deep down, you deserve. One where you can unmask, tap into your creative potential, recover from burnout, and be liberated to share your unique voice with the world. Having me beside you will help you stay steady and purposeful through radical, never-ending change. I believe in the power of community, and will help you build an honest, loving, supportive community. I help clients build more sustainable, joyful lives. Clients are grateful to have done the work to build strong relationships, exciting careers, and thriving creative pursuits. I will help you feel energized as you get in alignment with your inner wisdom. The voice inside of you that has been trying to guide you, but you haven’t had the tenacity to follow. The wise part of you that will accompany you for the rest of your life. As a neurodivergent person who specializes in working with neurodivergent folks (AuDHD, ADHD, autism, misdiagnosed folks, late-diagnosed, self-diagnosed), I am here to help you process the intricacies of your experience. Some of the topics I cover with neurodiverse clients are helping to foster special interest joy, exploring unmasking, empathizing with the unique struggles that come from your neurodivergence, tailoring your daily life to your sensory needs, or exploring the biases and judgements from people, society, and the environment working against you. I approach my own healing journey as it intersects with being as a therapist as: if I am willing to do the work, gain the skills, and have the courage to show up authentically in the world for myself, I gain the knowledge (intellectual, intuitive, and embodied) to guide you to do the same. Through my diverse experience in the mental health field, I have learned what helps clients grow as well as what holds clients back. I now practice neurodiversity-affirming therapy, an approach that transcends pathologies. In my practice as a therapist, I do not consider the psychology of any of my clients as “disordered”, “sick”, or “broken.” I believe this is the most effective way to approach mental health in our modern world. I believe in the importance of developing our personal philosophy, or the beliefs that influence our behavior, emotions, and thoughts. In my personal and professional journey, I explore existential crises, relationships, communication, neurodiversity, queerness, politics, liberation, authenticity, consciousness, giftedness, creativity, trauma, spirituality, purpose, holistic wellness, and the mind-body connection. I am happy to explore any or all of these topics with you. I personally navigate and help clients find a path to sustainable physical and mental health. I have built a network of like-minded practitioners for the mind and body that do their best to listen to clients, believe clients, and seek creative solutions to address their struggles. I find joy and purpose in my job. I am passionate about integrating my path as an artist (former opera singer and photographer, ceramic artist, singer/songwriter, and writer) with my path as a therapist. I am proud to provide telehealth in the United States in both the state of Wisconsin and Illinois. I am excited to explore all the facets of you. Reach out. I am happy to help.

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Creative Solutions Counseling LLC

Mequon, WI · Mental Health

Erin (she/her) received her graduate degree in Professional Counseling from Mount Mary University. Erin has over a decade of experience working in the mental health field with children, adolescents, adults, and families in various levels of care. Erin is now part of an outpatient group therapy practice in Mequon, Wisconsin (about 15 minutes from Milwaukee) that is located within an ADA accessible clinic on the first floor of the building. Erin is able to provide in-person and virtual services. Erin is passionate about working with individuals with acute and chronic illnesses and injuries and has received additional training to serve those navigating physical, developmental, and intellectual disabilities. Erin’s pursuit of a Clinical Rehabilitation Counseling (CRC) certification bolsters her holistic approach to therapy and her acknowledgement of the biopsychosocial model of disability. Other areas of specialty include OCD, anxiety disorders, body-focused repetitive behaviors, body image, self-esteem, depression, life transitions, and the parent-child relationship. Erin enjoys working with family systems, significant others, school staff, and members of medical care teams to provide the best support systems for her clients. She takes pride in providing individualized care and ensuring that therapeutic work is attuned to specific needs and long-term goals. Erin values intentionally taking time to develop a trusting and collaborative therapeutic relationship with clients and believes that this is the foundation of long-term success.

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