Medical & Health Challenges

Services

Support for the emotional side of health.

Psychological care for adults navigating illness, pain, treatment, recovery, and medical uncertainty.

Whole-person care

A medical condition can reshape routines, roles, relationships, and a person’s sense of control. Psychological support can make that adjustment more manageable.

Whole-person care

Therapy provides a place to process emotional reactions, strengthen coping skills, communicate needs, and adapt to changing circumstances.

What you can expect

  • Individualized goals
  • Evidence-based guidance
  • Respectful collaboration
  • Practical strategies

Begin with a conversation

Reach out to discuss your needs and whether the practice may be a good fit.

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Health psychology in Dallas

Support for the emotional side of health

A diagnosis, chronic condition, pain, surgery, or major treatment can change daily routines, relationships, identity, and a person’s sense of control. Psychological care provides space to process those changes and strengthen coping.

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Chronic illness & pain

Develop strategies for living with ongoing symptoms, uncertainty, changes in function, and the emotional burden of treatment.

02

Transplant & bariatric concerns

Consultation may include psychosocial assessment, preparation, adjustment, adherence concerns, and support for patients and families.

03

Caregiving & medical transitions

Address caregiver stress, communication with loved ones, changing roles, retirement, recovery, and adjustment to new limitations.

What to expect

Whole-person care informed by medical settings

Dr. Biggs has worked in academic medical centers, veteran care, and heart and lung transplant programs. That background informs a practical approach to the psychological, relational, and behavioral challenges that often accompany medical care.

Therapy does not replace medical treatment. It complements appropriate healthcare by helping clients manage stress, emotions, habits, communication, and adjustment.

  • Clarify what is and is not within your control
  • Strengthen coping and problem-solving
  • Prepare for difficult conversations or decisions
  • Support adherence and sustainable routines

Care for patients, families, and caregivers

Services are available for adults managing medical concerns and for family members or caregivers affected by those changes.

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Frequently asked questions

Questions about health psychology

What medical concerns does Dr. Biggs work with?

Her experience includes chronic pain, chronic medical conditions, transplant care, bariatric evaluation, caregiver stress, and adjustment before or after major treatment.

Is this medical treatment?

No. These services focus on psychological assessment, coping, behavior, relationships, and adjustment, while medical decisions remain with your healthcare team.

Can providers request consultation?

Yes. Professionals may contact the practice to discuss consultation, differential diagnosis, transplant, or bariatric concerns.

Start with a conversation

Support while navigating a health challenge

Contact the Dallas practice to discuss in-person or online psychological care.