Chronic Pain Counselling in Berry Mountain, NSW
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Adam Finch
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calderwood, NSW 2527
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience across private and public mental health settings. I provide therapy for people aged 15+ and draw from a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to suit the individual's needs. My therapy involves developing a clear understanding of the origins of psychological patterns as well as skill-based strategies for meeting personal goals in the here and now.
I'm a Clinical Psychologist with over 15 years experience across private and public mental health settings. I provide therapy for people aged 15+ and draw from a range of approaches, including Cognitive Behaviour Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Schema Therapy and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy to suit the individual's needs. My therapy involves developing a clear understanding of the origins of psychological patterns as well as skill-based strategies for meeting personal goals in the here and now.
Wendy Church
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Berry, NSW 2535 (Online Only)
My practice is focussed on listening to your thoughts, anxieties, wishes, dreams, deep sadnesses, regrets and interpersonal issues. Helping to understand and accept ourselves and find ways of moving forward and remaining connected to those we love even through conflict.
My practice is focussed on listening to your thoughts, anxieties, wishes, dreams, deep sadnesses, regrets and interpersonal issues. Helping to understand and accept ourselves and find ways of moving forward and remaining connected to those we love even through conflict.
Shoalhaven Psychology Services
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Berry, NSW 2535
Our team of psychologists work with people and schools across Nowra and the greater Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions to provide counselling and help people resolve issues they feel are getting in the way of reaching their potential. At Shoalhaven Psychology Services we believe in whole well-being and addressing all aspects of the self internally and externally to attain capacity for processing and adapting in life.
Our team of psychologists work with people and schools across Nowra and the greater Shoalhaven and Illawarra regions to provide counselling and help people resolve issues they feel are getting in the way of reaching their potential. At Shoalhaven Psychology Services we believe in whole well-being and addressing all aspects of the self internally and externally to attain capacity for processing and adapting in life.
Travis Ford
Counsellor, PACFA
Verified Verified
Berry, NSW 2535
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Online Therapists
Corrie Diamond
Counsellor, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Newtown, NSW 2042
I work in many areas: Relationships, Identity, Self Care, Depression, Anxiety, Confidence Youth, Bi Cultural, (Maori and Pacific Island) Alcohol and other drugs, LGBTIQA+, HIV, sex work, chronic pain, health and wellbeing.
My approach, is seeing clients where they need a safe space to talk. As I work with clients it's allowing myself to have privilege to be walking alongside them in creating a new story with new unique outcomes. Teaching clients the problem is the problem and not themselves.
I work in many areas: Relationships, Identity, Self Care, Depression, Anxiety, Confidence Youth, Bi Cultural, (Maori and Pacific Island) Alcohol and other drugs, LGBTIQA+, HIV, sex work, chronic pain, health and wellbeing.
My approach, is seeing clients where they need a safe space to talk. As I work with clients it's allowing myself to have privilege to be walking alongside them in creating a new story with new unique outcomes. Teaching clients the problem is the problem and not themselves.
Gay Cusack
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Surry Hills, NSW 2010
I also work with chronic pain and health conditions, adjustment to stressful life events, difficulties in relationships, procrastination and perfectionism.
My ideal client is interested in developing self-awareness and learning skills to better manage difficult thoughts and feelings. They are looking for a therapist who they can build a working relationship with, based on genuine respect, support, and compassion, and who draws from the most recent research about what is effective in treatment. They want therapy to be tailored to their unique life experiences and personal strengths and weaknesses. My ideal client is someone who wants therapy to be a collaborative process, where the therapist and client work together to help the client reach their goals.
I also work with chronic pain and health conditions, adjustment to stressful life events, difficulties in relationships, procrastination and perfectionism.
My ideal client is interested in developing self-awareness and learning skills to better manage difficult thoughts and feelings. They are looking for a therapist who they can build a working relationship with, based on genuine respect, support, and compassion, and who draws from the most recent research about what is effective in treatment. They want therapy to be tailored to their unique life experiences and personal strengths and weaknesses. My ideal client is someone who wants therapy to be a collaborative process, where the therapist and client work together to help the client reach their goals.
Veronica Ing
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Fairfield, NSW 2165
I practice as a Clinical Psychologist and I am passionate about implementing holistic practices to help people live a more authentic, compassionate and fulfilling life. I have a particular interest in self-development and spirituality. I work with adult clients who present with low mood, anxiety, panic and worry, symptoms of acute and complex trauma, emotion regulation difficulties, anger problems, feelings of overwhelm or stress, chronic pain, low self-worth, feeling lost or stuck in life, relationship concerns, family dynamic difficulties, existential and spiritual concerns, and adjusting to major life transitions.
I practice as a Clinical Psychologist and I am passionate about implementing holistic practices to help people live a more authentic, compassionate and fulfilling life. I have a particular interest in self-development and spirituality. I work with adult clients who present with low mood, anxiety, panic and worry, symptoms of acute and complex trauma, emotion regulation difficulties, anger problems, feelings of overwhelm or stress, chronic pain, low self-worth, feeling lost or stuck in life, relationship concerns, family dynamic difficulties, existential and spiritual concerns, and adjusting to major life transitions.
Suzana Djukic
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I have experience working with issues including, but not limited to, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, sleep disturbances and ADHD.
My goal is to collaborate with you, empower you, help you understand yourself better and create long-lasting changes in your life. I have a supportive and compassionate approach to therapy and actively work to create a safe space for open communication. I use a holistic approach and consider nationality, culture, identity, religion and physical wellbeing as well as emotional, social and relational factors that may be influencing your difficulties.
I have experience working with issues including, but not limited to, emotional dysregulation, anxiety, depression, chronic pain, sleep disturbances and ADHD.
My goal is to collaborate with you, empower you, help you understand yourself better and create long-lasting changes in your life. I have a supportive and compassionate approach to therapy and actively work to create a safe space for open communication. I use a holistic approach and consider nationality, culture, identity, religion and physical wellbeing as well as emotional, social and relational factors that may be influencing your difficulties.
Jasmine Wong
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Ryde, NSW 2113
I have worked extensively in the public health sector, predominantly in the fields of health psychology (including chronic pain, spinal cord injury, diabetes and orthopaedic rehabilitation) and substance use/addiction.
I enjoy connecting with and understanding each client as a unique individual who deserves a supportive space for exploration and reflection. I am skilled at assisting my clients to explore issues and challenges which interfere with their desired level of wellbeing and personal growth. I help my clients to make sense of their experiences and develop better ways of living and coping through a balance of acceptance and change.
I have worked extensively in the public health sector, predominantly in the fields of health psychology (including chronic pain, spinal cord injury, diabetes and orthopaedic rehabilitation) and substance use/addiction.
I enjoy connecting with and understanding each client as a unique individual who deserves a supportive space for exploration and reflection. I am skilled at assisting my clients to explore issues and challenges which interfere with their desired level of wellbeing and personal growth. I help my clients to make sense of their experiences and develop better ways of living and coping through a balance of acceptance and change.
Courtney Karpin
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Woollahra, NSW 2025
I am an empathetic, committed and collaborative psychologist with a passion for providing client-centred therapy for children, teenagers and parents. I work with anxiety depression, stress and adjustment difficulties, grief and loss. chronic pain, emotion regulation, anger management, child behavioural problems, parenting stress, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, suicide intervention and prevention.
I am an empathetic, committed and collaborative psychologist with a passion for providing client-centred therapy for children, teenagers and parents. I work with anxiety depression, stress and adjustment difficulties, grief and loss. chronic pain, emotion regulation, anger management, child behavioural problems, parenting stress, sleep difficulties, self-esteem, suicide intervention and prevention.
Kate Deakin
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I am a general psychotherapist, counsellor, body psychotherapist, meditation & embodiment teacher. I offer individual therapy & online grounding & embodiment meditation classes. I work with: -Anxiety, depression, difficult emotions -Self-esteem -Chronic pain -Insomnia -Relationship issues -Existential issues: fear of death, illness, isolation, uncertainty, change, loss -Lack of meaning (& fulfilment) -Life goals -'Psychosomatic' issues e.g. chronic fatigue, gastro issues -Grief -Sensitivity -Building resilience -Making decisions -Your relationship with time -'OCD' -'panic attacks' -General life challenges -Breathing related issues
I am a general psychotherapist, counsellor, body psychotherapist, meditation & embodiment teacher. I offer individual therapy & online grounding & embodiment meditation classes. I work with: -Anxiety, depression, difficult emotions -Self-esteem -Chronic pain -Insomnia -Relationship issues -Existential issues: fear of death, illness, isolation, uncertainty, change, loss -Lack of meaning (& fulfilment) -Life goals -'Psychosomatic' issues e.g. chronic fatigue, gastro issues -Grief -Sensitivity -Building resilience -Making decisions -Your relationship with time -'OCD' -'panic attacks' -General life challenges -Breathing related issues
Jeanette Neely
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
Griffith, ACT 2603
Overwhelmed by life’s challenges, out of steam and can't cope? Feeling stuck, lonely, and isolated In your personal and professional relationships? Understand the impact past trauma, burn out and distress on chronic pain, substance use, and negative thinking. Does your guilt and shame prevent you from living the life you want? We can work together therapeutically to gain insight into your distress and the conflict you suffer. Through this process, you will come to understand, forgive and accept yourself. You will also learn how to improve your most important relationships.
Overwhelmed by life’s challenges, out of steam and can't cope? Feeling stuck, lonely, and isolated In your personal and professional relationships? Understand the impact past trauma, burn out and distress on chronic pain, substance use, and negative thinking. Does your guilt and shame prevent you from living the life you want? We can work together therapeutically to gain insight into your distress and the conflict you suffer. Through this process, you will come to understand, forgive and accept yourself. You will also learn how to improve your most important relationships.
Luke Wright
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Sydney, NSW 2000
I have extensive experience across the public and private sector treating concerns as broad as emotional regulation, attachment concerns and chronic pain or illness.
I am a compassionate, non-judgemental and validating clinician who strives to facilitate a therapy environment where my clients can feel relaxed, understood and leave each session with new insights or skills to face life’s challenges, no matter what it might be! I believe that there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. My therapeutic approach puts my clients at the centre of their therapy journey, collaboratively working towards their own unique goals or values and tailoring a treatment modality that works for them.
I have extensive experience across the public and private sector treating concerns as broad as emotional regulation, attachment concerns and chronic pain or illness.
I am a compassionate, non-judgemental and validating clinician who strives to facilitate a therapy environment where my clients can feel relaxed, understood and leave each session with new insights or skills to face life’s challenges, no matter what it might be! I believe that there is no one size fits all approach to therapy. My therapeutic approach puts my clients at the centre of their therapy journey, collaboratively working towards their own unique goals or values and tailoring a treatment modality that works for them.
Sava Tsolis
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Concord, NSW 2137
He also has extensive experience in the area of Chronic Pain Management as a result of his work in the Concord Hospital Pain Clinic.
BArts-Psych (Hons), Macquarie University MPsych (Clinical), University of New South Wales Sava Tsolis is the founder and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Insight Psychology Group. He has many years experience working in both public and private settings with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degree in Psychology from Macquarie University and a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of New South Wales.
He also has extensive experience in the area of Chronic Pain Management as a result of his work in the Concord Hospital Pain Clinic.
BArts-Psych (Hons), Macquarie University MPsych (Clinical), University of New South Wales Sava Tsolis is the founder and Principal Clinical Psychologist at Insight Psychology Group. He has many years experience working in both public and private settings with children, adolescents, adults and older adults. His qualifications include a Bachelor of Arts with Honours Degree in Psychology from Macquarie University and a Master Degree in Clinical Psychology from the University of New South Wales.
Emerge Counselling & Psychotherapy
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Double Bay, NSW 2028
Hello, I am Rechelle - accredited mental health Social Worker, registered Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Reiki Master, Life Coach and Sound Healer; I am also the founder of Emerge Counselling & Psychotherapy. I work with adult individual clients suffering with trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress related issues, chronic pain, and addiction issues. I use a holistic approach that treats the WHOLE person, mind, body and spirit; utilizing depth psychology, coaching, deep healing and soul work. I help people get to know themselves better, live a deeper, more meaningful, fulfilling and enriched life.
Hello, I am Rechelle - accredited mental health Social Worker, registered Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Reiki Master, Life Coach and Sound Healer; I am also the founder of Emerge Counselling & Psychotherapy. I work with adult individual clients suffering with trauma, grief and loss, relationship issues, depression, anxiety, stress related issues, chronic pain, and addiction issues. I use a holistic approach that treats the WHOLE person, mind, body and spirit; utilizing depth psychology, coaching, deep healing and soul work. I help people get to know themselves better, live a deeper, more meaningful, fulfilling and enriched life.
Michael Booth
Psychotherapist, PhD, PACFA
Verified Verified
Bondi Junction, NSW 2022
I offer treatment for clients with chronic pain conditions and those suffering the effects of exposure to traumatic experiences or prolonged stress. The chronic pain conditions I treat include: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Low Back Pain and others. Some chronic pain conditions defy being labelled. Most clients can expect a substantial reduction in their symptoms or to become completely symptom free. I also offer help to those suffering the effects of trauma or prolonged stress including PTSD, insomnia, fatigue, anxiety and depression.
I offer treatment for clients with chronic pain conditions and those suffering the effects of exposure to traumatic experiences or prolonged stress. The chronic pain conditions I treat include: Irritable Bowel Syndrome, Chronic Pelvic Pain Syndrome, Fibromyalgia, Complex Regional Pain Syndrome, Chronic Low Back Pain and others. Some chronic pain conditions defy being labelled. Most clients can expect a substantial reduction in their symptoms or to become completely symptom free. I also offer help to those suffering the effects of trauma or prolonged stress including PTSD, insomnia, fatigue, anxiety and depression.
Amanda Gordon
Psychologist, Hon FAPS
Verified Verified
Edgecliff, NSW 2027
We work with blatant mental health issues, as well as physical health issues such as chronic pain or illness, weight or eating disorders, grief and the responses to difficult life circumstances and work stress.
I have worked with individuals and couples for over thirty years, helping them negotiate the struggles of life in this time of quick change, uncertainty and significant social pressure. Relationships are the first victims when people become anxious or challenged in their lives. Yet I believe relationships are the core to good mental health and personal development. These issues are relevant to people of all ages, and not specific to gender, race or religion. The presenting symptom could be grief, anxiety, depression, arguments, irritability or any form of dysfunctional behaviour - the underlying issue has to be addressed.
We work with blatant mental health issues, as well as physical health issues such as chronic pain or illness, weight or eating disorders, grief and the responses to difficult life circumstances and work stress.
I have worked with individuals and couples for over thirty years, helping them negotiate the struggles of life in this time of quick change, uncertainty and significant social pressure. Relationships are the first victims when people become anxious or challenged in their lives. Yet I believe relationships are the core to good mental health and personal development. These issues are relevant to people of all ages, and not specific to gender, race or religion. The presenting symptom could be grief, anxiety, depression, arguments, irritability or any form of dysfunctional behaviour - the underlying issue has to be addressed.
George Turnure Clinical Psychology
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Balmain, NSW 2041
I work frequently with hoarding, physical health issues, (chronic pain, tinnitus, cancer) and trichotillomania/skin picking.
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with people who are hoping to cope better with strong moods such as sadness, low mood or depression, anger or if feeling constantly worried, nervous or anxious. Working together we will find out how this has developed and why it hasn't gone away. In this way we can gain an understanding of the issue and develop skills and strategies to cope better right now, and to manage and/or prevent these issues from returning in the future.
I work frequently with hoarding, physical health issues, (chronic pain, tinnitus, cancer) and trichotillomania/skin picking.
I'm a clinical psychologist who works with people who are hoping to cope better with strong moods such as sadness, low mood or depression, anger or if feeling constantly worried, nervous or anxious. Working together we will find out how this has developed and why it hasn't gone away. In this way we can gain an understanding of the issue and develop skills and strategies to cope better right now, and to manage and/or prevent these issues from returning in the future.
Christine Theodossiou
Psychologist, MPsych, MAPS
Verified Verified
Leichhardt, NSW 2040
Hi, my name is Christine (she/her) and I live on Gadigal land. I’m an experienced AHPRA registered clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society with extensive experience across drug and alcohol, complex mental health and trauma, and chronic pain and medical conditions. I offer individualised, person-centred therapy that affords you the greatest agency by prioritising collaboration, combining your self-wisdom with a variety of evidence-based psychological treatments.
Hi, my name is Christine (she/her) and I live on Gadigal land. I’m an experienced AHPRA registered clinical psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society with extensive experience across drug and alcohol, complex mental health and trauma, and chronic pain and medical conditions. I offer individualised, person-centred therapy that affords you the greatest agency by prioritising collaboration, combining your self-wisdom with a variety of evidence-based psychological treatments.
Amber Rules - Sydney Addictions Recovery
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Leichhardt, NSW 2040
Do you struggle with drugs, alcohol, gambling or another addictive behaviour that is difficult to shake? Or are you a family member who is impacted by someone else's addictive behaviours? I can help you understand addiction and make sense of the chaos it causes in your life. Together, we'll use a combination of education, information and counselling support to ensure you can make choices that you're happy with, and live a life you're proud of. I also work with people experiencing complex mental and physical health issues that can accompany addiction, such as ADHD/ADD, chronic pain, relational difficulties, and psychiatric diagnoses.
Do you struggle with drugs, alcohol, gambling or another addictive behaviour that is difficult to shake? Or are you a family member who is impacted by someone else's addictive behaviours? I can help you understand addiction and make sense of the chaos it causes in your life. Together, we'll use a combination of education, information and counselling support to ensure you can make choices that you're happy with, and live a life you're proud of. I also work with people experiencing complex mental and physical health issues that can accompany addiction, such as ADHD/ADD, chronic pain, relational difficulties, and psychiatric diagnoses.
Chronic Pain Counsellors
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophising, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioural therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.