What is Epilepsy & Seizures Therapy?
When I worked as the Mental Health Program Manager at the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado, I was struck by how few mental health resources exist for people living with epilepsy and non-epileptic seizures (NES)-and how few therapists have the training to support them. I’m proud to offer my expertise in these areas to individuals and families throughout the state of Colorado.
Living with epilepsy or NES can be incredibly isolating. These conditions are still deeply stigmatized, and the very nature of epilepsy and NES often creates major lifestyle challenges. Transportation may become difficult or unsafe. Medications may be only partially effective-or not effective at all. Frequent doctor’s appointments, testing, and hospital stays (such as time spent in the Epilepsy Monitoring Unit, or EMU) can be physically and emotionally exhausting. Family members may struggle to understand how best to offer support.
Individuals with NES face a distinct set of challenges. NES is typically diagnosed when seizures are present but no seizure-causing electrical activity is found in the brain. This can be difficult to process and often misunderstood-even by medical professionals. NES is not a sign that you’re “psycho” or “crazy.” These events are real and distressing, and mental health treatment is one of the most effective approaches to reducing their frequency and severity.
Whether you’re newly diagnosed, adjusting to a lifestyle shaped by epilepsy or NES, seeking help for a spouse or child, or looking for ways to manage NES directly, I’m here to help. I provide informed, affirming, and accessible therapy to individuals and families navigating these conditions.
To ensure access for clients with transportation or mobility limitations, I offer secure video sessions to clients anywhere in Colorado. If you’re concerned about cost, you may qualify for limited financial assistance for therapy through the Epilepsy Foundation of Colorado-I’m happy to help you explore those options during your consultation.
Navigating Life with Support
Who It’s For
Individuals living with epilepsy or non-epileptic seizures (NES)
People who are newly diagnosed or suspect they may be experiencing epilepsy or NES
Long-term epilepsy/NES patients seeking emotional, relational, or identity support
Caregivers providing daily or occasional support to someone with epilepsy or NES
Loved ones-including partners, parents, siblings, friends, and chosen family-who want to better understand and support someone living with these conditions
Common Challenges Addressed
Adjusting to a new diagnosis or living with a long-term condition
Navigating the emotional impact of seizures, including fear, grief, shame, or isolation
Understanding and coping with the stigma of epilepsy or NES in medical, school, or workplace settings
Managing anxiety and depression related to chronic health conditions
Processing difficult experiences in epilepsy monitoring units (EMUs) or with past providers
Accessing resources and planning for advocacy in educational, medical, and community systems
Understanding NES as a manifestation of psychological distress-not “faking it” or being “crazy”
Supporting loved ones in understanding and responding appropriately to seizures
Rebuilding relationships that may have been affected by the unpredictability of seizures
Exploring identity shifts and grief around limitations in driving, working, or independence
Coping with medical trauma, misdiagnoses, or invalidation from healthcare providers
