The Emotional Toll of Physical Struggles
Your body has changed — and so has your relationship with yourself
There’s grief in what you’ve lost, even if others can’t see it
Chronic illness and pain don’t just affect your body — they can reshape your identity, routines, and relationships. Maybe you’re grieving the version of yourself that felt more energetic, capable, or carefree. Maybe you’re struggling with guilt, isolation, or anxiety about the future.
And yet, people around you may say things like “just rest,” “stay positive,” or “but you look fine.” That kind of surface-level support can leave you feeling unseen. Therapy gives you a deeper space — where all your feelings are valid, and you don’t have to minimize or explain your experience.
You Deserve Emotional Support, Too
Managing your health doesn’t mean ignoring your heart
There’s space for anger, grief, fear, and hope — all at once
Whether you’ve recently been diagnosed, are navigating long-term illness, or are recovering from a major medical event, the emotional landscape can be complex. You might feel scared, disconnected, or resentful of your body. Or you might just feel tired — physically and emotionally.
Therapy can help you process these emotions at your own pace, without being told to “push through.” It’s not about fixing you — it’s about giving you space to feel human in the face of difficult circumstances.
Common Experiences I Support
Therapy can support the emotional side of health challenges
Even “manageable” symptoms can take a toll on your mental health
- Chronic pain or fatigue that impacts your daily life
- Illness-related anxiety or hypervigilance about your body
- Frustration with limitations or shifting energy
- Fear of dependency or being a burden
- Difficulty adjusting to a new diagnosis or prognosis
- Feeling invisible or invalidated by others’ reactions
If you find yourself bottling things up or feeling misunderstood, you’re not alone — and you don’t have to sort it out in silence.
Reconnecting with Your Identity & Needs
You are more than your diagnosis
Therapy can help you feel more grounded in who you are — not just what you’re managing
It’s easy to lose sight of your identity when so much of your time and energy goes toward managing symptoms or medical care. You may miss old roles, activities, or versions of yourself. You may even question your worth when you can’t “do” as much as before.
In therapy, we’ll create space to grieve what’s changed — while also exploring what remains meaningful, what’s still possible, and how you want to care for yourself emotionally through it all.
Flexible Support That Meets You Where You Are
Some days are harder than others — therapy can honour that
We can blend talk therapy, CBT, art therapy, or strength-based work based on your needs and capacity
On some days, you might want practical tools for anxiety or low mood. On others, you may just need space to express what you're carrying. Whether we draw on CBT, explore emotions through art, or reflect on your values and strengths, your therapy will be shaped by what feels manageable and meaningful — not by what you “should” be doing.
There’s no right way to feel when your health changes
Let’s work together to create space for your emotions, your story, and your resilience — even when things feel uncertain.