Physical health and disability

Emotional Support When Your Health Changes

A change in health can mean rethinking things you used to do without planning. You might have to explain why an outing needs to be shorter, ask for an accommodation, or deal with the frustration of feeling dismissed at an appointment. Some days, you may simply miss how familiar your life used to feel.

Put what you need into practical terms

Before a visit, you might write down one or two examples of how your symptoms affect your day. With friends, you can suggest a plan that fits your energy or access needs. “I’d love to see you. Could we choose somewhere with seating nearby?” lets you say what would make it possible to join.

At Femme Health, emotional support can include talking about grief, identity, relationships, and the work of advocating for yourself. Your physical experience and the way it affects your life both deserve to be heard.

Femme Health offers virtual therapy and online support groups for women only, including support for chronic illness therapist, chronic pain depression, disability support.