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I was recently diagnosed and I’m still trying to figure this out. I’ve heard alot about counseling but counseling with a MS counselor.
There are so many people affected by chronic health issues. You may have better luck finding a therapist who has plenty of general experience with health problems as opposed to one specializing in MS. Unless you live in an area with a big MS center, they might have ideas or there might be virtual therapists who can do it. For me, it was most important to find someone I felt comfortable and safe with and one who truly cared to help. There are a lot of scenarios out there of people being newly diagnosed with all kinds of awful things or having seriously ill children & loved ones. Lots of therapists can be helpful with big life transitions without necessarily a focus on experience with MS specifically. Best of luck.
There may be those if you do a search for therapist for chronic illness
Finding an MS-specific counselor can be crucial for managing the emotional and mental health challenges that come with multiple sclerosis. Here are some steps based on the knowledge base:
- Referrals from Health Care Providers: Ask your neurologist or primary care physician for recommendations. They often have connections Show Full Answer
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