Marlene Mahanes

Living with health challenges or disabilities can affect far more than your physical well-being. Many of the people I work with are carrying stress that others do not always see—managing appointments, navigating changes in independence, adjusting expectations for themselves, or feeling emotionally exhausted from trying to keep life moving while dealing with things outside of their control. You may be experiencing anxiety about the future, feeling discouraged or disconnected, grieving changes in your body or lifestyle, or simply feeling overwhelmed by the ongoing demands of daily life.

I specialize in supporting individuals navigating health-related challenges alongside anxiety, stress, and depression. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and focused on helping you reconnect with yourself beyond what you are experiencing physically. Together, we will explore the emotional impact of your experiences, identify patterns that may be contributing to overwhelm, and develop practical tools that support both emotional well-being and everyday functioning. I believe therapy should honor your strengths while also making space for the realities and difficulties you may be carrying.

My goal is to create a space where you do not have to minimize your experiences, explain why things feel difficult, or push yourself to appear okay when you are not. In our work together, we will focus on helping you feel more supported, more grounded, and better equipped to navigate life in a way that feels sustainable and aligned with what matters most to you. Therapy is not about returning to who you were before—it can be about discovering new ways to care for yourself and move forward with confidence and self-compassion.