Mental Health Support for Diabetes

Living with diabetes involves ongoing management that can affect emotional well-being. While our network of diabetes-specialized therapists is growing, you can explore professionals who support chronic illness and health-related concerns.

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Managing diabetes is a daily commitment that can take a toll on mental health. The constant attention to blood sugar, diet, medication, and potential complications can lead to burnout, anxiety, or depression. Many people with diabetes experience diabetes distress—feelings of frustration, guilt, or overwhelm related to managing their condition.

Therapy can provide support for the emotional aspects of living with diabetes, including managing health anxiety, processing feelings about your diagnosis, developing sustainable self-care habits, and addressing depression or burnout. On First Session, you can explore therapists who work with chronic illness and health-related mental health concerns.

Candice Frederick

Canadian Certified Counsellor
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Candice Frederick

Candice Frederick

Canadian Certified Counsellor
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$160/session
Trauma, Money Trauma, Somatic Therapy, Burnout, Stress, Relationships, Workplace stress, Wellness Counselling, Sexuality, Self-Development, Racism, Women's Health, Life transitions, LGBTQ2IA+, Intergenerational trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Caregivers, Cultural Challenges, Perfectionism, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Navigating challenging relationships, Diabetes mental health support, Perimenopause mental health support, Grief and Loss, Career guidance, Pro-choice
Trauma, Money Trauma, Somatic Therapy, Burnout, Stress, Relationships, Workplace stress, Wellness Counselling, Sexuality, Self-Development, Racism, Women's Health, Life transitions, LGBTQ2IA+, Intergenerational trauma, BIPOC, Boundaries and boundary setting, Break-up recovery, Building Self-Care Routines, Caregivers, Cultural Challenges, Perfectionism, Anxiety and Stress Management Skills, Navigating challenging relationships, Diabetes mental health support, Perimenopause mental health support, Grief and Loss, Career guidance, Pro-choice
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How does diabetes affect mental health?

Living with diabetes can affect mental health in several ways. The constant management demands can lead to burnout, anxiety about complications, or depression. Many people experience diabetes distress—feelings of frustration or overwhelm related to their condition. Additionally, blood sugar fluctuations can directly affect mood and cognitive function.

How can therapy help people with diabetes?

Therapy can help you manage the emotional aspects of diabetes, develop coping strategies for distress, address anxiety or depression, work through feelings about your diagnosis, and build sustainable self-care habits. A therapist provides a space to process the challenges of chronic illness management.

Who might benefit from diabetes-related mental health support?

Anyone living with Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes who is experiencing emotional challenges may benefit from therapy. This includes people newly diagnosed, those struggling with management burnout, individuals with diabetes-related anxiety or depression, and anyone wanting support navigating life with a chronic condition.

How do I find a therapist who understands diabetes?

Look for therapists who mention experience with chronic illness, health psychology, or medical issues. On First Session, watch therapist intro videos to understand their approach. While diabetes specialists are limited, many therapists can support the emotional aspects of managing any chronic condition.

Are there related areas I could explore?

If seeking support for diabetes-related concerns, explore therapists who work with chronic illness, health anxiety, burnout, adjustment to diagnosis, or stress management. These areas overlap with the emotional experiences of living with diabetes.

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