What Qualifies as a Chronic Medical Condition?
By definition of the U.S. National Center for Health Statistics, a chronic medical condition is a disease lasting for more than 3 months, and cannot be prevented or cured, nor will they simply disappear.
List of Some Chronic Medical Conditions:
- Arthritis
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Cancer
- Diabetes
- Epilepsy and Seizures
- Oral Health Problems
How Counseling Can Help
By seeking professional help, you can learn to cope with your medical issues. If you just received a diagnosis, your clinician can help you adjust your life and keep a positive outlook. The more you care for yourself mentally, the easier it will be to cope with any physical ailments you may have. You may also want/need to address any fear or anger you are experiencing through this transition. Your clinician may include and family, friends, or loved ones to also aid in your well-being.
Chronic Medical Conditions Clinicians
- Alexander, Mary G.- M.A., LPCC
- Borchert, Lisa M., M.A.Ed., LPCC, Owner of Avenues of Counseling
- Davis, Kristine - M.Ed., LPCC
- Everetts, Noha - MA.Ed, LPCC
- Kahelin, Kimberly- M.A.Ed., LPCC
- Peets, Tiffany J. - Ph.D., LPCC-S
- Pollock, Gregory- M.A.Ed., LPCC-S
- Reider, Monica Ross- Ed.D., LPCC-S, NCC, CRC
