Vision loss affects more than eyesight.
It can affect confidence, identity, relationships, independence, work, parenting, mobility, and the way you see yourself in the world.
Many people describe vision loss as a dividing line in their life.
Before.
After.
Whether your vision loss happened recently, gradually over time, or has been part of your life for years, the emotional impact is real.
You may feel overwhelmed.
You may feel angry.
You may feel exhausted.
You may feel afraid.
You may feel isolated even when you’re surrounded by people who care about you.
Some people describe it as grief.
Some describe it as anxiety.
Some describe it as frustration.
Others simply know they don’t feel like themselves anymore.
Therapy can help you make sense of what you’re experiencing, strengthen your confidence, reconnect with your identity, and move forward in a way that feels authentic to you.
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Common challenges during adjustment
Vision loss can affect nearly every part of daily life.
Some of the concerns clients bring to therapy include:
• Feeling overwhelmed by daily tasks and logistics
• Anxiety about leaving the house or navigating independently
• Grief related to changing abilities or life plans
• Identity shifts and loss of confidence
• Feeling like a burden, even when loved ones are supportive
• Frustration, anger, or embarrassment about needing help
• Social withdrawal and isolation
• Family tension and changing roles
• Fear about the future
• Difficulty trusting yourself again
Working with me as a blind therapist
I have been blind since birth.
That doesn’t mean our experiences are identical.
It does mean there are many things you won’t have to explain to me.
I understand that disability affects more than practical tasks.
I understand the emotional fatigue that comes from constantly adapting.
I understand identity questions.
I understand social misunderstandings.
I understand accessibility barriers.
I understand the pressure to be inspirational when you’d rather just be a person.
I understand what it feels like when other people make assumptions about what you can or cannot do.
Most importantly, I understand that blindness is not the whole story of who you are.
My goal is not to convince you to be positive about something difficult.
My goal is not to tell you that everything happens for a reason.
My goal is to help you build a life that feels meaningful, self-directed, and consistent with your values.
Therapy can help with
Depending on your needs, therapy may focus on:
• Grief and loss
• Confidence and self-trust
• Anxiety and stress
• Identity development
• Shame and self-criticism
• Family dynamics
• Relationship challenges
• Boundaries, especially around overhelping or controlling behavior from others
• Navigating major life transitions
• Building sustainable coping strategies
• Creating a meaningful life that is bigger than your diagnosis
Support for family members
Vision loss affects families, too.
Many family members find themselves overwhelmed, scared, protective, frustrated, or uncertain about what to do next.
They want to help.
Sometimes they aren’t sure how.
Therapy can help family members navigate:
• Communication and emotional support
• Role changes within the family
• Balancing support with autonomy
• Realistic expectations
• Caregiver stress and burnout
• Coping with uncertainty
One of the most difficult parts of adjustment can be learning how to support someone without unintentionally taking over.
That is something we can work through together.
Fees + Insurance
My self-pay rate is $150 per session.
I am currently in-network with:
• Blue Cross Blue Shield (BCBS)
• Aetna
• Cigna
• UnitedHealthcare (UHC)
UnitedHealthcare includes affiliates such as Oscar, Optum, and Surest.
Next Steps
If you’re ready to get started, the fastest way is to schedule a free 15-minute consultation through Headway.
Email:
dr.janice@novatidecounseling.com
Call or Text:
214-394-2091