Therapy for Chronic Illness in Baltimore, MD
Compassionate therapy for people navigating chronic illness, anxiety, and medical trauma
Are you tired of feeling misunderstood, invalidated, and completely overwhelmed when it comes to your health?
You’re probably here because you’re experiencing chronic illness symptoms or diagnoses that you’re struggling to process or manage. This can come with constant worrying, stress, and anxiety that feels impossible to control, leading to burnout and emotional exhaustion.
You might also be feeling misunderstood by the world after being invalidated by medical providers, healthcare systems, and even friends and family who just don’t seem to get it.
What you really need is time, space, and support to unpack and process some big feelings. You want therapy that will actually meet you where you’re at, understand your illness wholeheartedly, and provide gentle yet deep exploration of what you’re experiencing.
If this sounds like you,
then you’re in the right place.
Therapy Services in Baltimore, Maryland
And online therapy across Maryland, Colorado, South Carolina, & Vermont
Hi, I’m Elizabeth- an art therapist for chronic illness in Baltimore.
I have a background in art therapy and counseling and have been working with chronic illness, anxiety, and trauma for years. I am trained in EMDR, and feel passionately about integrating both of these therapy techniques into my practice.
I became a chronic illness and anxiety therapist because of my own experiences using art as a coping technique and way of processing my emotions when things were difficult. Now, I help clients do the very same.
My personal, lived experience with chronic illness, anxiety, perfectionism, and existing in this world as a sensitive soul allows me to relate in a real and unique way to my clients. I truly understand the challenge it takes to live each and every day with illness, pain, flares, fatigue, and more. I know the difficulties of advocating for yourself in medical care, and with friends and family. I understand the isolation and loneliness that come from feeling misunderstood by people around you.
I see you, and I’m here to support you.
Creative Pathways Counseling proudly provides LGBTQ affirming care for all individuals of any gender identity or sexual orientation. Elizabeth is committed to creating a safe and inclusive space where everyone is welcome, supported, and valued.
Are you struggling with…
Feeling overwhelmed by your emotions around your health and body
Constant pressure to overwork yourself, leading to stress, symptoms flares, and fatigue
Exhaustion from always trying to fit in and at times neglecting your own health needs
The emotional toll of chronic illness or medical trauma
Feeling misunderstood or isolated from the people around you
A racing mind filled with worry and doubt about managing your symptoms or navigating a future with chronic health issues
Burnout from trying to juggle taking care of your health, constant doctor’s appointments, and treatment changes, while also dealing with life responsibilities
Feeling stuck with your health and emotions, unsure of how to move forward
Together, we will:
Explore and deepen your understanding of yourself and your needs
Process and release the big feelings that often arise from years of chronic illness/pain and invalidation
Practice emotional and physical self-care that actually supports your mind and body
Build confidence to be able to advocate for yourself in your medical care or with friends and family
Embrace rest and recovery when your body truly needs it
Identify values and priorities to create a life that actually brings you joy, even with your chronic illness
If you resonate with one or more of these feelings, I can help!
Frequently Asked Questions
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To get started, we’ll connect for a free 15-minute consultation call (aka consult call or intro call). This call will be a time for me to learn more about you and what you’re looking for in a therapist. It’s also important for me to evaluate if my area of expertise and specialties will align with what you’re needing. We may also review the process of payment and billing, as well as schedule our first initial intake session.
No commitment required- just a laidback converation!
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You can email me at elizabeth@findcreativepathways.com or call/text me at 301-359-1763.
You can also fill out my Contact form here or schedule a free Intro call here.
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I am an Out of Network provider, meaning I do not directly take insurance payments. However, many insurance plans provide some out of network coverage for sessions. I will be happy to provide you with the necessary documentation to support you in submitting to your insurance for reimbursement.
You can also utilize Thrizer to review your out-of-network benefits and submit for reimbursement. (Check below!)
Initial intake (50-60 minutes): $215
Follow up session (50 minutes): $195
Extended session (80-90 minutes): $275
Therapy intern session (50 minutes): $30
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I bring a gentle and compassionate approach to the therapy space. In sessions, I might incorporate art therapy, EMDR, Internal Family Systems (IFS), or other modalities to fit your needs and goals. I believe in a collaborative and supportive therapeutic relationship, and will be your biggest cheerleader, advocate, or gentle challenger when you need it.
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My office is located in the charming Roland Park neighborhood of Baltimore. I also see clients virtually in Maryland, Colorado, South Carolina, and Vermont.
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Therapy for chronic illness can be so important! Living with chronic illness often presents additional life stress and a big impact on your mental health. You might be experiencing grief, anxiety, depression, and the impact of medical trauma. Therapy can help with all of those things and more! To learn more, visit this page.
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Art Therapy is a way of incorporating the creative process into mental health counseling. By using various art materials, we can visually explore things in a deeper way to encourage deeper healing. This can help with a variety of things like anxiety, depression, stress, chronic illness, chronic pain, identity questions, big emotions, or anything else you’re hoping to work through in therapy.