therapist for disabled person facing death?

Answer 1

Okay, you need to click on "add details" and say a bit more than this if you want all of us to get 'it'. Are you asking us for advice about a situation? Are you wanting a debate about the ongoings? Is this hypothetical storyline? Give us the details. You have to give us more than this; you sound like you're speaking in code.

Sorry,
Angela ;-(?

Answer 2

Sandra, first of all, I am going to assume you are the disabled person facing death. I'm sorry to hear that. I went to this question because I am young, seriously disabled (bedridden now), and terminally ill. Actually, I was supposed to be gone by 2 years ago, but I told them I wasn't going anywhere, and I was right.

Anyway, any good therapist is qualified to deal with all situations. However, there is sometimes a problem. They are trained to treat people they expect to cure and send on their way to live a normal life. I have found that some therapists have a difficult time confronting the raw emotions of a young person who is going to die (they are human too).

That's why the best way to get a therapist is through a hospice. They are trained for working with people who are dying, even if they are young. I don't know know how long you have left, but when you have 6 months or less left, you might want to belong to a hospice. That doesn't mean you have to live somewhere else. They come to your home & are there for you constantly. They send a nurse about 3 times a week; you can have counseling, as can your loved ones. When your time is close, they will stay aaaawith you around the clock.

Assuming you are not at that point, find a hospice, and you can find a therapist. Good luck.

Answer 3

How about Hospice. A disabled person facing death is just as entitled to hospice care as anyone else. THe hospice social workers and chaplains are trained in issues preceding death and will gladly to talk about these issues with the patient and family.

Answer 4

Lots of good ideas. Hospice is an excellent resource as these folks are trained to deal with grief and loss issues. http://www.caringinfo.org/LivingWithAnIllness

If you are disabled, you may have difficulty getting to a therapist. Try online therapy. You can review credentials and specialities Have a free first session to decide if this is the right person. Even get some insurances to pay for it: http://www.letstalkcounseling.com/
http://www.asktheinternettherapist.com/e-therapy.asp

Answer 5

If you need someone to talk to, try the Samaritans as the first port of call. Here's a small paragraph copied from their website:- "Samaritans provides confidential non-judgemental support, 24 hours a day for people experiencing feelings of distress or despair, including those which could lead to suicide." Regardless of whether you have a terminal illness or depression, I think this would be a good option. Their phone number is 08457 90 90 90. All the best.

Answer 6

Therapists are available to support people during the end stages of their lives regardless of disability. There are however people who understand specific disabilities more than others, if you give details of the disability and country that you live in I may be able to point you towards a support group.

Answer 7

Look for Hospice Associations in your area if you are seeking a place for a disabled person

Answer 8

I am not a qualified therapist but I will talk to you any time. The best therapist in the world is your best friend.

If you need a best friend, ring me.

Answer 9

Do you mean the person is dieing from a illness and needs to be reassured in some way then you need to get in touch with the local hospital who will then put you in touch with the person who will help

Answer 10

We all face death--what is different about a person who has a disability?

And--do you include the majority of older people who have impairments?

Or (think about this)--are you assuming persons with disabilities are somehow "inferior" and need special help dealing with their fate?