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
Dr. Andrea Hermosura was born in Honolulu and raised in Kaneohe. She received her PhD in Clinical Psychology from the University of Hawaii at Manoa. She is a Native Hawaiian licensed psychologist providing individual, couples, and group therapy. She is also an Assistant Professor at the Department of Native Hawaiian Health at the John A. Burns School of Medicine at the UH Manoa, where her prima...
I especially enjoy working with LGBTQIA+, non traditional couples, families, individuals with depression, anxiety, stress management, work conflicts, ADHD and grief/loss. I use a combination of several theoretical approaches along with humor to assist people/families with working through many of life's difficult transitions. I have a very honest and direct approach which includes at times...
I believe in the importance of getting to know ourselves to our best ability, as this is key in overcoming life's obstacles and healing from past and present pain. One of the biggest joys in my life is having the privilege of getting to know my clients and helping them access their full potentials to get through difficult times. I'm dedicated to forming a strong and caring therapeutic alliance....
My mission is to provide you with a warm, safe, therapeutic environment in which you can reach your personal goals and reach your fullest potential. My strong background in clinical and forensic psychology and over 15 years of experience treating children, adolescents, and adults provide the foundation for our collaborative efforts in overcoming any challenges you may be facing. I practice...
I will be away until mid-March, 2021. Please contact [email protected] for coaching sessions. His approach is similar, and he is filling in for me while away. My approach is trauma-informed and heart-centered. I work with people undergoing life transitions such as career or relationship change, and additionally specialize in pregnancy/postpartum/parenting, trauma (TBI and head injury, PTSD...
I hope with all my heart that your life is working just as it should. I hope your life is full of wonder and joy, friendships and family, fulfilling work, and a promising future. As much as I may hope for it, and as much as you may wish for it, sometimes this just isn't happening. Sometimes unexpected, painful, and difficult events occur, leaving you feeling beaten up and broken. If this is whe...
Karen earned a MA in Christian Counseling from Columbia Evangelical Seminary in 2001 and another MA in Community Counseling form Charon State College in 2008 and has been a fully licensed mental health practitioner since 2012. She is a member of New Life Live, Focus on the Family, and the American Christian Counseling Association. Karen's specialty includes, Abuse and Trauma TBRI Practitioner...
A privilege of my career is being able to guide clients towards seeing the best in themselves and striving to achieve their dreams. This involves partnering with clients to identify their strengths and growth areas in life. Assessing how physical, emotional, social, and spiritual values or beliefs may be helping or hurting optimal life satisfaction. Finally, developing unique tools that reinfor...
If anxiety, depression, grief, or the stress of living with chronic illness is interfering with your life right now, you would most likely benefit from psychotherapy and I can be of help to you. No matter what situation is interfering with your peace of mind or happiness you do not have to suffer. Availing yourself of help is the first step. I specialize in coaching adults and seniors through...
I use BIOFEEDBACK in my practice as well as a holistic approach. Powerful tools for positive and rapid results. Welcome, I'm so glad you landed here. I know that you're tired of trying to make it work all alone. Managing the anxiety and overwhelm as it shifts each day is exhausting. How would it feel if all the static that surrounds you could be dialed down and brought back to manageable levels...
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We're in the business of helping meet the challenges of life, employment, and organizational success. You can count on confidential counseling services to assist you and your family members with adult living problems, mental health concerns, and substance use issues. Employers may call on us to provide workplace interventions addressing matters of workplace stress, conflict, morale, productivit...
*Allison DeSantis, LCPC, is currently on maternity leave. Please call our office and we will help you find the right counselor for you.* She is a graduate of Adler School of Professional Psychology, where she received her master's degree in counseling and art therapy. She works with children, adolescents, and adults in individual, couples, and family sessions. Allison specializes in working in...
Have you ever experienced depression, anxiety, loneliness, or insurmountable life challenges? These are issues that most people face at some point in their lives. Often we can overcome these life challenges ourselves by making small adjustments in the way we live. However, some challenges get too big and entangled and we need to seek professional help. If you are in that place in your life righ...
Tara is a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker with a broad range of professional experience. She works with children, adolescents, and adults in both individual and family settings. She has experience assisting clients as they navigate life transitions, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, stress, emotional disturbance, trauma, anger, parenting challenges, low self esteem, and systemic...
