Dr. Daniel Cameron is a nationally recognized leader for his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. For more than 34 years, he has been treating adolescents and adults suffering from Lyme disease.

Dr. Daniel Cameron is a nationally recognized leader for his expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of Lyme disease and other tick-borne illnesses. For more than 34 years, he has been treating adolescents and adults suffering from Lyme disease.

In this episode Alicia Dorn MS LCPC shares her story with incredibly difficult diagnoses, like Lyme Disease, unrelenting migraines, and Multiple Sclerosis. Through it all, she kept her values and goals close to her heart and made choices with deliberateness and perseverance.

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Join us as we explore the protective roles that various parts of our psyche play in managing chronic conditions. Uncover the emotional and psychological aspects that often go unnoticed, and learn how to approach your own or a loved one's illness with newfound understanding and compassion.

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Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist or medical professional in your state of residence.

The concept of pacing is so difficult to get down because we get hung up on what we want to do in an ideal world vs what we’re capable of doing. And here’s the thing - the more we do this, the LESS capable we think we are. So there’s a shit ton of of trial and error - trying not to do too much and failing, then finding compassion for yourself AND properly supporting yourself with and during rest. Then trying again next time, slightly differently. This allows us to learn 1) what kind of supports we need 2) how long it takes us to recover from different kinds of activities 3) what’s important enough to us to use our energy on. 

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Connect with Destiny email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠⁠⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠⁠⁠

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠⁠⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠⁠⁠

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist or medical professional in your state of residence.

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Both events offer CEs

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With Lexi Gross LCMHC and Destiny Winters LPC

Learn to stop arguing and start connecting. Join us for a live Q&A session where partners of chronically ill folk can come to learn how to respond effectively when plans are repeatedly canceled. Our specialized therapists will provide valuable insights and tips to preventing disappointment and improving connection. You'll learn:

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In this episode, we tackle the topic of the pain scale and its limitations in assessing and managing pain. We delve into why the pain scale is considered subjective and why it may not be the most helpful tool for patients and healthcare professionals. We also discuss statistics, racism, and sexism within pain management. Whether you're a patient struggling with chronic pain or a healthcare professional looking for new ways to improve patient outcomes, this episode will provide valuable insights and perspectives on the limitations of the pain scale and how to approach pain management more effectively.

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@thespoonietherapist on Tiktok

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empowercounseling.net/staff/Trauma-grief-chronic-illness/

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Connect with Destiny email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠⁠⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠⁠⁠

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠⁠⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠⁠⁠

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist or medical professional in your state of residence.

In this episode, I explore the emotional rollercoaster that accompanies a chronic illness flare up. From frustration and anxiety to depression and anger, I talk about the most common emotional experiences that patients go through during these challenging times. I also discuss coping strategies and ways to manage these emotions in a healthy and constructive way. Whether you're a patient dealing with a chronic illness or a caregiver trying to support someone, this episode will provide valuable insights and practical tips for navigating the emotional ups and downs of a flare up.

DESTINY'S MEMBERSHIP WAITLIST SIGNUP *Mentally Well While Chronically Ill - Learning the art of acceptance: ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/63d2912ede520bd60dc33c35⁠⁠⁠

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Connect with Destiny email: ⁠⁠⁠[email protected]⁠⁠⁠ | IG: @the.chronicillnesstherapist.com | website: ⁠⁠⁠thechronicillnesstherapist.com⁠⁠⁠

***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠⁠⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠⁠⁠

Everything we talk about here is just meant to be general education and information. It's not intended as personal mental health or medical advice. If you have any questions related to your unique circumstances, please contact a licensed therapist or medical professional in your state of residence.

In this episode, we explore the controversial field of German New Medicine and its potential impact on chronic illness. German New Medicine is a theory that suggests that all diseases, including chronic illnesses, are caused by unresolved emotional conflicts that affect our body's natural healing mechanisms. Katherine Housh, a German New Medicine practitioner, will explain the principles behind this theory and how it differs from traditional medical approaches.

It is my (Destiny Winters) opinion that GNM and all alternative approaches be used in conjunction with, not instead of, conventional medicine. Use your intuition and be open to dialogue with all types of practitioners, and never let fear guide your decisions. Let your grounded understanding and values guide your actions.

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https://katherinehoush.com/

https://www.instagram.com/katherine.housh.and.co/

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***If you like any of The Chronic Illness Therapist episodes, please leave a review! Reviews tell the app, “hey, people like this! Show it in the algorithm to more people!” :)

FREE DOWNLOAD: “6 Ways To Help Your Partner Understand Your Chronic Illness” - download at this link ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/628c0317081c14b7b35ee9de⁠⁠⁠

FOR THERAPISTS - FREE CONSULT GROUP every third Friday of the month from 1-2:30pm EST. Join the email list here for updates: ⁠⁠⁠https://view.flodesk.com/pages/633e2980409cbc0f983fcee8⁠⁠⁠