Chronic Pain Psychologists and Therapists in Fortitude Valley, QLD
I am a Psychotherapist, and as a Pasifika woman with a deep passion for trauma recovery, I offer a warm, culturally respectful space where your story is honored. Together, we explore patterns shaped by early experiences, working gently to rewire the stress response, build emotional safety, and foster resilience. Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
I am a Psychotherapist, and as a Pasifika woman with a deep passion for trauma recovery, I offer a warm, culturally respectful space where your story is honored. Together, we explore patterns shaped by early experiences, working gently to rewire the stress response, build emotional safety, and foster resilience. Whether you're managing anxiety, grief, chronic shame, or relationship challenges, I offer a compassionate, culturally attuned space for deep healing and integration.
Excel Psychology provides service to those who are 16 years and older. Our caring, experienced staff at Excel Psychology are ready to assist you with your psychological needs in any way necessary. We will equip you with the skills needed to cope, to function better, and to feel empowered in maintaining your mental health wellbeing, now and into the future. Excel Psychology offers a variety of therapy styles and combinations .
Excel Psychology provides service to those who are 16 years and older. Our caring, experienced staff at Excel Psychology are ready to assist you with your psychological needs in any way necessary. We will equip you with the skills needed to cope, to function better, and to feel empowered in maintaining your mental health wellbeing, now and into the future. Excel Psychology offers a variety of therapy styles and combinations .
We are a group of outstanding independent psychologists based in Brisbane, dedicated to offering boutique evidence-based psychology services.
We are a group of outstanding independent psychologists based in Brisbane, dedicated to offering boutique evidence-based psychology services.
I’m Caitlin, a Registered Psychologist taking a warm, curious, and thoughtful approach to therapy. I’m also a trained sex therapist. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating life transitions, identity questions, or growing emotional and social demands, you’re not alone. I support clients with OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, challenges with emotional regulation and relationship difficulties including sexual dysfunction. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and build confidence, insight, and lasting change.
I’m Caitlin, a Registered Psychologist taking a warm, curious, and thoughtful approach to therapy. I’m also a trained sex therapist. If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or navigating life transitions, identity questions, or growing emotional and social demands, you’re not alone. I support clients with OCD, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, challenges with emotional regulation and relationship difficulties including sexual dysfunction. My goal is to help you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and build confidence, insight, and lasting change.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or the pressures of high performance. Some are navigating ADHD, OCD, or feel stuck in repeating patterns that affect their personal or professional lives. Others are at a crossroads, facing major life transitions or questions about meaning and identity. Whether you're a business leader, a creative, or simply someone seeking clarity and relief, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and grow. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and work toward meaningful change.
Many of my clients come to therapy feeling overwhelmed by anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, or the pressures of high performance. Some are navigating ADHD, OCD, or feel stuck in repeating patterns that affect their personal or professional lives. Others are at a crossroads, facing major life transitions or questions about meaning and identity. Whether you're a business leader, a creative, or simply someone seeking clarity and relief, therapy offers a space to pause, reflect, and grow. Together, we’ll identify what’s holding you back and work toward meaningful change.
I work with people who appreciate inner-work and creative understanding and want to integrate a deeper level of soul and meaning into their lives. Many people I see have reached a point of seeing how old conditioning and patterns have been limiting their inner and outer lives and are wanting to make significant changes. Many people are at a crossroads, undergoing real loss, grief, or disappointment, and needing to find new meaning and direction.
I work with people who appreciate inner-work and creative understanding and want to integrate a deeper level of soul and meaning into their lives. Many people I see have reached a point of seeing how old conditioning and patterns have been limiting their inner and outer lives and are wanting to make significant changes. Many people are at a crossroads, undergoing real loss, grief, or disappointment, and needing to find new meaning and direction.
I work with people who feel like they’re carrying too much. Sometimes it shows up as anxiety, exhaustion, shame, or the sense that they’re caught in patterns they can’t quite see but can’t seem to change. For others, it’s tied to experiences of trauma, OCD, eating disorders, or the ongoing effort of living in a body or world that hasn’t always felt safe. Many are also navigating questions of identity, neurodivergence, or health alongside their mental health. What they’re looking for is clarity, steady support, and practical ways to start untangling the patterns that leave them feeling stuck.
I work with people who feel like they’re carrying too much. Sometimes it shows up as anxiety, exhaustion, shame, or the sense that they’re caught in patterns they can’t quite see but can’t seem to change. For others, it’s tied to experiences of trauma, OCD, eating disorders, or the ongoing effort of living in a body or world that hasn’t always felt safe. Many are also navigating questions of identity, neurodivergence, or health alongside their mental health. What they’re looking for is clarity, steady support, and practical ways to start untangling the patterns that leave them feeling stuck.
I am a warm and compassionate psychologist who is passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals and create meaningful change in their lives. I provide a safe and collaborative space where you can feel understood and supported as we work together to navigate challenges and build on your strengths. My therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy, which I tailor to each individual’s needs to help foster lasting growth and resilience.
I am a warm and compassionate psychologist who is passionate about supporting people to achieve their goals and create meaningful change in their lives. I provide a safe and collaborative space where you can feel understood and supported as we work together to navigate challenges and build on your strengths. My therapeutic approach is grounded in Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Schema Therapy, which I tailor to each individual’s needs to help foster lasting growth and resilience.
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I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic pain, chronic illness, and significant life transitions, including pregnancy and postpartum.
Hello, and welcome. I offer integrative psychotherapy with a strong focus on eco-therapy, supporting clients through sessions held in natural outdoor environments as well as online. My work is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mind–body awareness and nervous system regulation. Being in nature can gently support feelings of safety, connection, and emotional balance, creating a different and often deeply calming therapeutic experience.
I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, emotional distress, trauma, grief, relationship challenges, chronic pain, chronic illness, and significant life transitions, including pregnancy and postpartum.
Hello, and welcome. I offer integrative psychotherapy with a strong focus on eco-therapy, supporting clients through sessions held in natural outdoor environments as well as online. My work is person-centred, trauma-informed, and grounded in mind–body awareness and nervous system regulation. Being in nature can gently support feelings of safety, connection, and emotional balance, creating a different and often deeply calming therapeutic experience.
Naomi is an Australian and NZ registered psychologist with 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children. Naomi is known for her warmth, understanding and approachability. She enjoys supporting and working alongside her clients to improve their quality of life and help them achieve their own personal goals.
Naomi is an Australian and NZ registered psychologist with 18 years experience working with adults, adolescents and children. Naomi is known for her warmth, understanding and approachability. She enjoys supporting and working alongside her clients to improve their quality of life and help them achieve their own personal goals.
Our ideal clients are people of all ages, children, adolescents, adults, and families, navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, or adjusting to a serious diagnosis. Many come feeling overwhelmed or stuck, seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to make sense of their experiences. At InsightWorks, we use evidence-based therapies tailored to each person, helping clients reduce distress, build resilience, and make meaningful changes. Sessions are available in-room, in nature, via telehealth, or by phone, whatever works best for you.
Our ideal clients are people of all ages, children, adolescents, adults, and families, navigating challenges like anxiety, depression, grief, chronic illness, or adjusting to a serious diagnosis. Many come feeling overwhelmed or stuck, seeking a safe, non-judgmental space to make sense of their experiences. At InsightWorks, we use evidence-based therapies tailored to each person, helping clients reduce distress, build resilience, and make meaningful changes. Sessions are available in-room, in nature, via telehealth, or by phone, whatever works best for you.
She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD.
Sarah is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful connections, assisting them to reconnect and work towards developing a closer, stronger and more secure relationship with themselves and their body. She focuses on supporting clients with experiencing a new reference point for happiness and to overcome struggles. She works mainly online.
She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 14 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD.
Sarah is passionate about helping clients achieve meaningful connections, assisting them to reconnect and work towards developing a closer, stronger and more secure relationship with themselves and their body. She focuses on supporting clients with experiencing a new reference point for happiness and to overcome struggles. She works mainly online.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions.
Endorsed by The Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist and board approved supervisor, I completed my training through The University of Melbourne and conducted clinical research through The Royal Women’s Hospital.
Dr Arthur Stabolidis is a Clinical Psychologist who works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, chronic pain, stress, and life transitions.
Endorsed by The Psychology Board of Australia as a Clinical Psychologist and board approved supervisor, I completed my training through The University of Melbourne and conducted clinical research through The Royal Women’s Hospital.
Whether you're feeling this way from uni/work stressors, chronic pain/illness, the loss of someone you love, change in life circumstances, or cultural identity issues, I can join you on the journey towards your goals.
I am experienced in helping people overcome the barriers that anxiety, depression, and chronic pain pose to living a meaningful and fulfilling life. Through my own lived experience of chronic pain, I understand the struggles with coming to terms with things that are out of our control.
Whether you're feeling this way from uni/work stressors, chronic pain/illness, the loss of someone you love, change in life circumstances, or cultural identity issues, I can join you on the journey towards your goals.
I am experienced in helping people overcome the barriers that anxiety, depression, and chronic pain pose to living a meaningful and fulfilling life. Through my own lived experience of chronic pain, I understand the struggles with coming to terms with things that are out of our control.
Joyce is an Australian Registered Psychologist with a compassionate, empathic and client-focused approach to counselling. Joyce is approachable and warm-hearted - she listens to her clients and works through the difficulties that they are facing. Joyce speaks two languages: English and Chinese (Fluent Cantonese and some Mandarin). Joyce’s goal is to help as many people presenting with psychological difficulties as possible, getting through hard times together and promote wellbeing and happiness.
Joyce is an Australian Registered Psychologist with a compassionate, empathic and client-focused approach to counselling. Joyce is approachable and warm-hearted - she listens to her clients and works through the difficulties that they are facing. Joyce speaks two languages: English and Chinese (Fluent Cantonese and some Mandarin). Joyce’s goal is to help as many people presenting with psychological difficulties as possible, getting through hard times together and promote wellbeing and happiness.
Living with chronic pain or illness can often mean looking “fine” on the outside while carrying an ongoing physical and emotional load that others do not see.
Counselling offers a space to make sense of what this experience has been like for you; how it affects your emotions, relationships, and daily life.
My aim is to help you feel more steady in the middle of something that can feel unpredictable, more able to get through difficult days, and less alone in carrying something that is often invisible to others.
Living with chronic pain or illness can often mean looking “fine” on the outside while carrying an ongoing physical and emotional load that others do not see.
Counselling offers a space to make sense of what this experience has been like for you; how it affects your emotions, relationships, and daily life.
My aim is to help you feel more steady in the middle of something that can feel unpredictable, more able to get through difficult days, and less alone in carrying something that is often invisible to others.
I am a clinical psychologist who has also previously completed a Master of Counselling degree. My qualifications and 10+ years' experience enables me to integrate a range of therapeutic approaches, while also ensuring that the support provided is client-centred and tailored to each individual's needs. Evidence-based therapies that I incorporate include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
I am a clinical psychologist who has also previously completed a Master of Counselling degree. My qualifications and 10+ years' experience enables me to integrate a range of therapeutic approaches, while also ensuring that the support provided is client-centred and tailored to each individual's needs. Evidence-based therapies that I incorporate include cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Schema therapy, Mindfulness, Solution Focused Therapy and Motivational Interviewing.
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I provide online therapy using trauma-informed approaches and specialised EMDR techniques. I understand how stress, anxiety, and trauma can deeply affect your sense of self and your closest relationships. In our sessions, we'll create meaningful wellness goals that help you reclaim control, find emotional freedom, and rebuild important connections. My practice offers a safe space where your experiences are honoured and your healing journey is supported with expertise and genuine care. Together, we'll develop the tools you need to move forward with confidence and renewed hope.
As an EMDR practitioner and clinical counsellor, I provide online therapy using trauma-informed approaches and specialised EMDR techniques. I understand how stress, anxiety, and trauma can deeply affect your sense of self and your closest relationships. In our sessions, we'll create meaningful wellness goals that help you reclaim control, find emotional freedom, and rebuild important connections. My practice offers a safe space where your experiences are honoured and your healing journey is supported with expertise and genuine care. Together, we'll develop the tools you need to move forward with confidence and renewed hope.
Tahlia is a registered health psychologist. She is passionate about assisting people to take care of their mental health as part of their overall wellbeing, and recognises the close relationship between the brain, mind, and body. She is especially passionate about supporting people to recover from, or adjust to, changes in health and life circumstances. She is currently based in a public multidisciplinary diabetes and endocrine centre and a private clinic focusing on treatment of gut symptoms for individuals at all stages of life.
Tahlia is a registered health psychologist. She is passionate about assisting people to take care of their mental health as part of their overall wellbeing, and recognises the close relationship between the brain, mind, and body. She is especially passionate about supporting people to recover from, or adjust to, changes in health and life circumstances. She is currently based in a public multidisciplinary diabetes and endocrine centre and a private clinic focusing on treatment of gut symptoms for individuals at all stages of life.
I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents and adults who: • Have never been to therapy or have felt that previous therapy attempts did not work for them • Identify as womxn, LGBTIQ+ • Have experienced gender-based violence • Live with chronic pain and illness • Have migrated to Australia or Tasmania from overseas or interstate
I am an authentic and bubbly French-Australian human who made the decision to become a counsellor after my own lived experiences of mental and physical health struggles. Born in rural France, where none ever talked about mental health, I began my adult life as a high-achieving corporate professional who believed the only approach to life’s problems was to “get on with it” and just find a way to keep going. Until I realised this didn’t actually work effectively or wholeheartedly and discovered that mental health is a real, normal, valid part of being a human. I now walk the talk and value my physical, mental, emotional health.
I have a particular interest in supporting adolescents and adults who: • Have never been to therapy or have felt that previous therapy attempts did not work for them • Identify as womxn, LGBTIQ+ • Have experienced gender-based violence • Live with chronic pain and illness • Have migrated to Australia or Tasmania from overseas or interstate
I am an authentic and bubbly French-Australian human who made the decision to become a counsellor after my own lived experiences of mental and physical health struggles. Born in rural France, where none ever talked about mental health, I began my adult life as a high-achieving corporate professional who believed the only approach to life’s problems was to “get on with it” and just find a way to keep going. Until I realised this didn’t actually work effectively or wholeheartedly and discovered that mental health is a real, normal, valid part of being a human. I now walk the talk and value my physical, mental, emotional health.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
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.