Beyond Blood Sugar : The Emotional Side of Living with Diabetes

November is National Diabetes Month, and we want to remind our clients and families that managing diabetes isn’t just about numbers — it’s about nurturing your mind and emotions, too. Living with a chronic condition can bring feelings of frustration, guilt, fear, or even burnout. Between doctor visits, meal planning, and blood sugar checks, it’s easy to feel like your life revolves around diabetes. But your emotional health deserves attention just as much as your physical health.

Adjusting to a diabetes diagnosis often means adjusting your identity, lifestyle, and expectations. It’s normal to grieve the life you had before or to struggle with motivation.
In therapy, we explore these feelings in a safe, nonjudgmental space — helping you build coping tools, self-compassion, and resilience.

At LliveWell Pyschology, Dr. Jessica Tomasula provides individual therapy to help with adjusting to and coping with chronic health conditions like Diabetes. This may include discussing topics like:

• Strategies to manage anxiety and depression related to diabetes

• Support for diabetes burnout and lifestyle changes

• Techniques to reduce stress (which can impact blood sugar)

• A space to process feelings of isolation or overwhelm

Taking care of your mental well-being is not a luxury — it’s a key part of diabetes management. You don’t have to navigate this alone. Reach out to us at LiveWell Psychology today to learn how therapy can help you feel more balanced and in control.