Chronic pain occurs for many reasons. Regardless of its cause, chronic pain is exhausting, debilitating, and can lead to mental health issues such as isolation, depression, and suicidal ideation.
Available Treatment Options
Therapist interventions for chronic pain include the therapist validating the person. People with chronic pain may feel alone or unheard because their loved ones have heard (often repeatedly) about the pain. Not feeling heard could make them feel small, unimportant, or unworthy. On the contrary, a therapist’s job is to sit with the person and their pain. To recognize it, name it, and validate the person’s experiences with it.
Group therapy can also be helpful for people with chronic pain, as it is comforting to recognize other people are experiencing the same thing. Mindfulness techniques, such as meditation, yoga, tai chi, or breathwork, can be helpful for individuals with chronic pain.
Therapists Who Specialize in Helping Those Who Struggle With Chronic Pain
It's time to live the life you want to live - and decide what that life looks like. I see adolescents and young adults (13-35) and specialize in anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues (including identity and family conflict), eating disorders, and chronic illness. Sometimes this might mean learning and practicing new skills to help you manage problems and obstacles; other times it may mean really exploring...
Are you conflicted about what you want? Do you feel unsettled, but you are not sure why or how to fix it? Are you caught between shifting moods- happy/depressed; optimistic/ pessimistic; calm/anxious; energetic/listless; positive/negative; or loving supportive relationships vs distant unfulfilled relationships? Do you feel like you have unfinished business from the past that hinders your...
If you have changes you want to make in your life, I will be there with you every step of the way. My motto is that therapy should be collaborative, and we will work together on bringing you closer to the life you want to live. I play an active role in therapy, and I also believe therapy should feel natural and be a space where you feel at ease. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depressio...
Are you a woman (Cisgender or Transgender+)/Do you identify as a woman? Are you a veteran struggling with issues in civilian life? Are you experiencing challenges as you come-out and attempt to live authentically as LGBTQI+? Are you dealing with acculturation or inclusiveness issues as a member of the Hispanic/Latino (Latinx) community? Are you a caregiver who provides care for a loved one with...
"At any given moment you have the power to say: This is not how the story is going to end". My experience is in counseling individuals with depression and overall life issues. while developing a positive, empathetic, non- judgmental and trusting therapeutic relationship. Finding someone to share your experiences with, who you can trust, is an important step in your journey. I believe challengin...
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with extensive clinical experience working with diverse populations struggling with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, substance abuse, and difficulty adjusting to a myriad of life stressors. I have offered trauma informed care and I am knowledgeable of somatic tools used to assist in coping and promote healing. I strive to offer a safe and collaborativ...
Do you continue to feel like you are not where you are supposed to be in life or wonder what your purpose is here on earth? Perhaps you've been looking online to figure out, "What's wrong with me?" Welcome to the world of what it means to be a human being, where internalized voices of others became your reality and your past experiences continue to be lived into a future that doesn't exist yet....
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who has experience working with individuals, families and groups who struggle with depression, low self-worth, anxiety and relationships issues. My goal is to provide a safe, affirming environment with a collaborative approach that empowers you to work through the issues you struggle with. I utilize CBT, DBT, 12-step, SMART Recovery, solution focused and...
Please allow me to introduce myself. I have been working with children, young adults and adults for over nine years. I have worked with veterans, first responders, those with disabilities. My specialties include but not limited to Sexual Trauma, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Traumatic Brain Injury, Depression and Anxiety. I have been certified through the VA/Springfield Vet Center for...
Currently not accepting new patients for the next 3-4 weeks. If you struggle with persistent fears and worries that impact your life, or if it’s difficult to get motivated or stay focused on your goals, we can often feel stuck, frustrated or confused. Struggling with persistent thoughts and feelings can often sap our energy, but when we learn ways to work with our emotions, we can channel them ...
Welcome to Wholistic Counseling! My name is Kathy Ensign and I am a licensed clinical social worker. My focus is on working with individuals and families helping them become whole again. I have lived in Alaska on and off for 15 years, grew up in Minnesota, military spouse for 20 years, and have two children in college. I work from a variety of therapeutic frameworks to help achieve holistic...
Me desempeño desde un encuadre psicoanalítico combinando elementos de diversas teorías como la cognitiva-conductual, existencial y gestaltica. Mi rol es activo, intento junto a la persona que consulta aclarar, reformular el motivo de la misma, orientarlo/a ya sea durante la sesión o al finalizar la misma comunicar con señalamientos, preguntas lo que se haya trasmitido mediante el discurso, las...
We may find ourselves entering therapy or seeking a psychological evaluation for a variety of reasons. We may experience significant life stressors or transitions we were not prepared to cope with. At times we may simply have negative or distorted thoughts that can contribute to depression, anxiety, or other overwhelming emotions. While there are many different modalities that can be effective ...
Sometimes life hurts. At Turning Point Counseling, we believe there is hope and there is healing. In a safe, supportive and comfortable environment, we offer a personalized treatment plan created for each individual who visits our practice. It is our goal to give you the highest level of acceptance, care, and support while providing assistance in achieving desired personal growth and restoratio...
Trouble sleeping. Irritability. Forgetfulness. Low motivation. Each be a sign of anxiety or depression. You're not alone. Since the pandemic began, research shows depression in America has TRIPLED, and it's no wonder! Right now, life can feel out of our control and unpredictable; the 2 main ingredients for anxiety. On top of life's normal stressors, we're homeschooling, missing our friends,...
