Mental Health
148 EDS specialists in this category
Mental health professionals who understand EDS provide therapy for the anxiety, depression, and trauma that often accompany chronic illness, using approaches adapted for patients with connective tissue disorders. Look for therapists familiar with the psychological impact of diagnostic delays — many EDS patients wait years for a correct diagnosis. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and somatic therapies can be particularly effective for managing chronic pain-related distress. EDS patients also have higher rates of ADHD, autism, and PTSD, which an EDS-aware therapist can screen for.
Mental Health specialists are most concentrated in Texas (7), Virginia (7), California (6).
Last updated 2026-05-04
About Mental Health
Living with EDS often means dealing with grief, frustration, and anxiety on top of physical symptoms. Years of being told nothing is wrong, losing abilities you used to have, and managing unpredictable flares all take a real psychological toll. A therapist who understands EDS won't dismiss your pain as "just anxiety" — they get that the mental and physical sides are connected.
What to Expect
Your first session will focus on getting to know your story — your diagnosis journey, current symptoms, and what's causing you the most distress right now. An EDS-aware therapist won't ask you to prove your condition is real. Many offer telehealth options, which can be helpful on high-pain days when getting to an office is difficult.
Common Treatment Areas
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Alaska (1)
Arizona (6)
Help & Hope Counseling
Mesa, AZ
Based in Mesa, Arizona, this mental health practice focuses on chronic pain. Transforming the Whole You — Mind, Body, and Relationships I...
Desert Heart Counseling
Phoenix, AZ
Desert Heart Counseling provides trauma-informed therapy for individuals seeking healing, connection, and growth. Based in Phoenix, AZ, I...
Hand Therapy Partners - East Valley
Phoenix, AZ
Hand Therapy Partners specializes in providing evidence based Hand and Upper Extremity Rehabilitation. Our therapists have the highest level...
Be Balanced Counseling, LLC
Tempe, AZ
I have hEDS myself. Additionally, I have extensive psychotherapy training and certifications in trauma modalities (EMDR and IFS). This...
Iridescent Counseling Centers
Tempe, AZ
I am a counselor and I have Ehlers-Danlos Syndrome, so I understand some of the unique struggles of individuals with EDS and chronic...
Help & Hope Counseling - Tucson
Tucson, AZ
Based in Tucson, Arizona, this mental health practice focuses on chronic pain. Transforming the Whole You — Mind, Body, and Relationships I...
Arkansas (6)
Kos House Therapy, PLLC
Bentonville, AR
Hey there! I’m Kendyl Hovis, a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor (LPC-S) practicing in Arkansas, and additionally licensed as an...
Conway Regional Core and Pelvic Therapy Clinic
Conway, AR
Brittney Bryan, PT, DPT is a core and pelvic therapist who is diagnosed with hEDS herself, so she understands the struggle of finding...
Bedrock Psychiatry
Little Rock, AR
Bedrock Psychiatry is a privately-owned outpatient psychiatric clinic that provides quality mental health treatment to children,...
UAMS Health
Little Rock, AR
Amanda M. West is an occupational therapist at Orthopaedic Clinic on Autumn Road employed by UAMS Health.
Baptist Health-UAMS
North Little Rock, AR
I am a scientist, not a physician. I serve as a hub for patients. We are beginning a number of research projects examining treatments and...
Rise Physical Therapy
Rogers, AR
Leah joined Rise Physical Therapy in March 2023. She received her Bachelor of Science in Rehabilitation Science and then her Doctorate of...
California (7)
re+active therapy and wellness
El Segundo, CA
re+active Physical Therapy & Wellness is an interdisciplinary clinic in the Los Angeles area offering coordinated care for people living...
Rachelle Bloksberg MA, LMFT
Grass Valley, CA
Based in Grass Valley, California, this mental health practice focuses on hypermobility. Ehlers Danlos Syndrome and all the co-occurring...
Illume Pelvic Health Physical Therapist and Wellness
Murrieta, CA
I am a physical therapist board certified in women’s health, pelvic health, pregnancy and postpartum. I have a special interest in treating...
Lisa Belvy, Ph.D.
Orinda, CA
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist with expertise in health psychology. I specialize in working with clients with EDS and HSD, and live...
Christina Sandman, Ph.D.
Pasadena, CA
Dr. Christina Sandman is a clinical psychologist who specializes in mindfulness-based (Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Dialectical...
Alison Bateman, Ph.D., C-DBT
San Jose, CA
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...
Heart Strings Therapy
Ventura, CA
Heart Strings Therapy is a licensed psychology practice led by Dr. Kristine Pickwith, PsyD, focused on supporting people living with...
Colorado (1)
Delaware (1)
District of Columbia (2)
Godfrey-Smith Counseling
Washington, DC
Are you navigating the intersection of being chronically ill, queer, and/or neurodivergent in a world that doesn’t seem to have been built...
Mix Thomas Therapy
Washington, DC
I am a therapist and Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) proudly serving LGBTQIA+, neurodivergent, and chronically ill...
Florida (3)
MD Genetic Clinic
Bradenton, FL
MD Genetic Clinic (MDGC) is transforming genetic healthcare through expert-led telehealth services across Florida. Our board-certified MD...
Alissa Sheldon, PhD, PLLC
Pembroke Pines, FL
Find top-rated psychologist near you specializing in cognitive-behavioral approach for effective psychological care.
David Medical LLC
Winter Park, FL
David Medical LLC in Winter Park, FL specializes in genetic medicine, offering comprehensive genetic testing, personalized genetic...