How can you do type one well?
Hi! I’m Katie!
My name is Katie Manion, MSW and I am a Chicago-based mental health coach and social worker with 13 years of lived experience managing T1D. I help people navigate the emotional weight of daily diabetes care—burnout, anxiety, grief, and the constant vigilance that never turns off—while building practical habits that make life with diabetes more comfortable via virtual coaching.
My approach blends empathy, evidence-based practice, and real world tools. I listen without judgment, normalize the tough feelings that come with T1D, and partner with you to set small, achievable goals: improving confidence, creating sustainable routines, reducing overwhelm, and developing coping skills to support navigating the complexities of T1D. I also support communication with loved ones, so you don’t have to carry everything alone.
If you’re feeling exhausted by diabetes management, stuck in cycles of guilt or perfectionism, or want a clearer path to emotional resilience alongside better health outcomes, I’ll help you create a plan that honors your life, priorities, and limits. You don’t have to figure this out by yourself—I’m here to help you feel more capable, calm, and in control.
Services
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Re-occuring 45-55 minute individualized sessions focused on a range of topics depending on your needs—from planning and goal-setting to problem-solving and coping strategies. This focused consultation helps you clarify priorities, develop coping strategies, and identify opportunities for growth. Ideal for when you want a clear plan, immediate tools, or a fresh perspective. Sessions are collaborative, confidential, and tailored to your needs. I work with children, teens, adults and families impacted by T1D.
I utilize the HIPAA compliant platform SimplePractice to host virtual coaching sessions. SimplePractice houses all necessary intake documents, payment information and scheduling tools.
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One 45-50 minute coaching session focused on a specific goal. This could look like navigating a life transition, guidance around a change in T1D management, or tackling T1D related anxiety and burnout. Like in individual coaching, sessions are collaborative, confidential, and tailored to your needs. I work with children, teens, adults and families impacted by T1D.
I utilize the HIPAA compliant platform SimplePractice to host virtual coaching sessions. SimplePractice houses all necessary intake documents, payment information and scheduling tools.
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No one said you have to go through this alone! Type One Well groups foster community while focusing on specific areas of interest. Think: building coping skills, navigating burnout or processing lived experiences with others in similar situations. These groups happen throughout the year and are hosted virtually and in person. Check back soon for information on upcoming groups!
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Our monthly email newsletter brings T1D and mental health support straight to your inbox. My hope is that this newsletter is a practical tool that fosters sustainable well-being despite the challenges of T1D. It is a low risk place to start here at Type One Well.
Each month, the newsletter covers a range of practical tips for daily diabetes management, mental wellness strategies tailored to the T1D experience, relevant and exciting T1D technology and policy updates, and personal anecdotes from people living with T1D.
Let’s Work Together
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