Chronic Pain Therapists in Ottawa, ON
My special clinical and research interests in working with individuals with terminal illness have led me to become well versed in end-of-life and existential considerations and approaches, such as acceptance and commitment therapy, dignity therapy, and meaning-making.
I offer assessment, therapy, and consultation services to adults and couples contending with a range of challenges related to adjustment to significant life events and transitions, anxiety, depression, end-of-life considerations, grief and loss, interpersonal difficulties, post-traumatic stress, and treatment adherence. While I emphasize an experiential (i.e., emotion-focused, mindfulness-based) approach to therapy, integrated within interpersonal and systems frameworks, I am also able to draw on cognitive-behavioural techniques.
My special clinical and research interests in working with individuals with terminal illness have led me to become well versed in end-of-life and existential considerations and approaches, such as acceptance and commitment therapy, dignity therapy, and meaning-making.
I offer assessment, therapy, and consultation services to adults and couples contending with a range of challenges related to adjustment to significant life events and transitions, anxiety, depression, end-of-life considerations, grief and loss, interpersonal difficulties, post-traumatic stress, and treatment adherence. While I emphasize an experiential (i.e., emotion-focused, mindfulness-based) approach to therapy, integrated within interpersonal and systems frameworks, I am also able to draw on cognitive-behavioural techniques.
I own and operate a group private practice, Ricci & Associates. Our psychologists, neuropsychologists and psychotherapists offer assessment and treatment of a variety of mental health issues. We offer psychodiagnostic and neuropsychological assessments to help you better understand the nature of your difficulties and how best to manage them. We are dedicated to providing you with an accessible, inclusive and personalized environment where you can feel safe to explore the challenges you face. We offer client centered, evidence-based treatments for individuals, couples and families.
I own and operate a group private practice, Ricci & Associates. Our psychologists, neuropsychologists and psychotherapists offer assessment and treatment of a variety of mental health issues. We offer psychodiagnostic and neuropsychological assessments to help you better understand the nature of your difficulties and how best to manage them. We are dedicated to providing you with an accessible, inclusive and personalized environment where you can feel safe to explore the challenges you face. We offer client centered, evidence-based treatments for individuals, couples and families.
I have experience working alongside individuals with disabilities, those who identify as neurodivergent and individuals living with chronic pain.
Are you looking for a supportive person to talk to about life stressors? Whether you know exactly what issues you want to address or have no idea where to even begin, I can help you navigate your experiences, identify goals, and implement strategies to help you live the life that you want for yourself. I utilize a collaborative, person-centered and strength-based approach. You deserve to be heard and understood as a person with unique lived experiences. I provide individualized support and approach each client with openness, non-judgement and empathy.
I have experience working alongside individuals with disabilities, those who identify as neurodivergent and individuals living with chronic pain.
Are you looking for a supportive person to talk to about life stressors? Whether you know exactly what issues you want to address or have no idea where to even begin, I can help you navigate your experiences, identify goals, and implement strategies to help you live the life that you want for yourself. I utilize a collaborative, person-centered and strength-based approach. You deserve to be heard and understood as a person with unique lived experiences. I provide individualized support and approach each client with openness, non-judgement and empathy.
Sometimes life can be a real kick in the pants, get messy, bog you down, or is just plain crappy. And that sucks. You might be experiencing difficult feelings, have challenges in connecting with others, or feel like coping with day to day stuff is too much. Maybe there have been ongoing patterns in your life that you want to stop repeating, or perhaps you have just had a big change, like a major loss, or change in your health. Whatever it may be, you recognize that you want something different for yourself. And that's a big deal.
Sometimes life can be a real kick in the pants, get messy, bog you down, or is just plain crappy. And that sucks. You might be experiencing difficult feelings, have challenges in connecting with others, or feel like coping with day to day stuff is too much. Maybe there have been ongoing patterns in your life that you want to stop repeating, or perhaps you have just had a big change, like a major loss, or change in your health. Whatever it may be, you recognize that you want something different for yourself. And that's a big deal.
Disconnect and unease can manifest in many forms, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, OCD, BPD, and addiction and often has roots in attachment wounds and relational trauma.
Are you haunted by the past, feeling unsafe in the present, or fearful of the future? Are you feeling disconnected from Self and others? I invite you, with open arms and an open heart, to come home to YOU, right here, right now. From this foundation of embodiment, self-knowing, and presence, I'll help you reconnect with the richness of life and foster meaningful relationships, on your terms.
Disconnect and unease can manifest in many forms, including anxiety, depression, chronic pain, OCD, BPD, and addiction and often has roots in attachment wounds and relational trauma.
Are you haunted by the past, feeling unsafe in the present, or fearful of the future? Are you feeling disconnected from Self and others? I invite you, with open arms and an open heart, to come home to YOU, right here, right now. From this foundation of embodiment, self-knowing, and presence, I'll help you reconnect with the richness of life and foster meaningful relationships, on your terms.
Beth Robertson | Career | Chronic Stress | Anxiety
Pre-Licensed Professional, Stress, Student, Anxiety, ADHD, Career
1 Endorsed
Online Only
On paper, you’re thriving - but inside, it’s chronic anxiety/ illness, executive dysfunction, and emotional whiplash.
Hi, I'm Beth and as a highly-sensitive person and therapist who knows the emotional rollercoaster all too well, I truly understand how hard it can be to simply exist in today's urgency based hustle culture. I specialize in helping overachievers and people pleasers to set healthy boundaries, communicate their needs, and calm the constant chaos in their mind.
On paper, you’re thriving - but inside, it’s chronic anxiety/ illness, executive dysfunction, and emotional whiplash.
Hi, I'm Beth and as a highly-sensitive person and therapist who knows the emotional rollercoaster all too well, I truly understand how hard it can be to simply exist in today's urgency based hustle culture. I specialize in helping overachievers and people pleasers to set healthy boundaries, communicate their needs, and calm the constant chaos in their mind.
Living with chronic pain?
RSW with 30+ years in hospital and community settings. I hold advanced training in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and many other somatic approaches for chronic pain and nervous system regulation, helping clients change how the brain interprets pain signals. Scan the QR code in the images for free somatic practices on Insight Timer.
Living with chronic pain?
RSW with 30+ years in hospital and community settings. I hold advanced training in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and many other somatic approaches for chronic pain and nervous system regulation, helping clients change how the brain interprets pain signals. Scan the QR code in the images for free somatic practices on Insight Timer.
Eating disorders and exercise disorders have devastating effects on the individual suffering and those close to them. As a registered psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating and exercise disorders and co-occurring issues, I work collaboratively with clients to meet their own individual therapeutic needs as they bravely journey into full recovery. While I specialize in treating eating disorders, approximately half of my clients come to me with different concerns. I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues.
Eating disorders and exercise disorders have devastating effects on the individual suffering and those close to them. As a registered psychotherapist specializing in the treatment of eating and exercise disorders and co-occurring issues, I work collaboratively with clients to meet their own individual therapeutic needs as they bravely journey into full recovery. While I specialize in treating eating disorders, approximately half of my clients come to me with different concerns. I have extensive experience with anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues.
Life can be a jerk to those of us who feel "different" due to pain, health issues, neurodivergence, etc.
Noelle shows up with a multidisciplinary background and a solid sense of what it means to live life outside the lines. She was a dentist with a development neuroscience background and expertise in chronic pain and sleep issues until she was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition and retired from the bloody side of treating pain and trauma.
Life can be a jerk to those of us who feel "different" due to pain, health issues, neurodivergence, etc.
Noelle shows up with a multidisciplinary background and a solid sense of what it means to live life outside the lines. She was a dentist with a development neuroscience background and expertise in chronic pain and sleep issues until she was diagnosed with a rare genetic condition and retired from the bloody side of treating pain and trauma.
I have been supporting couples and individuals in therapy since 2005. I’m passionate about helping others
and work best with those determined to improve their wellbeing and relationships and determined to make positive changes in their lives.
I meet the requirements to provide CRPO clinical supervision to registering psychotherapists and I am currently completing my doctoral degree in behavioral health with a focus on women’s health.
I have been supporting couples and individuals in therapy since 2005. I’m passionate about helping others
and work best with those determined to improve their wellbeing and relationships and determined to make positive changes in their lives.
I meet the requirements to provide CRPO clinical supervision to registering psychotherapists and I am currently completing my doctoral degree in behavioral health with a focus on women’s health.
I work with people living with chronic pain, ongoing stress, or physical symptoms that haven't improved despite ongoing appointments, tests, or treatments.
I offer psychotherapy and mind–body approaches for people seeking integrative support for persistent pain, stress, and nervous-system overwhelm. My work is grounded in neuroscience and neuroplasticity, and informed by training in Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and over 14 years as a registered massage therapist.
I work with people living with chronic pain, ongoing stress, or physical symptoms that haven't improved despite ongoing appointments, tests, or treatments.
I offer psychotherapy and mind–body approaches for people seeking integrative support for persistent pain, stress, and nervous-system overwhelm. My work is grounded in neuroscience and neuroplasticity, and informed by training in Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Internal Family Systems, and over 14 years as a registered massage therapist.
I work with people facing a range of challenges, including chronic and pelvic pain, invisible illness and medical gaslighting, disordered eating, sexual trauma, grief and loss, and anxiety within various populations.
Life brings emotional and physical pain that’s deeply connected. As someone who’s faced trauma, invisible illness, and medical system challenges, I offer a trauma-informed, client-centred approach rooted in respect and compassion. We’ll explore your unique experience in a safe, inclusive space - at your own pace.
I work with people facing a range of challenges, including chronic and pelvic pain, invisible illness and medical gaslighting, disordered eating, sexual trauma, grief and loss, and anxiety within various populations.
Life brings emotional and physical pain that’s deeply connected. As someone who’s faced trauma, invisible illness, and medical system challenges, I offer a trauma-informed, client-centred approach rooted in respect and compassion. We’ll explore your unique experience in a safe, inclusive space - at your own pace.
You might be navigating trauma, chronic pain, postpartum changes, relationship strain, substance use, or the pressures of working as a first responder.
Our Ottawa-based practice provides structured, evidence-based psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, anger and emotion regulation, trauma, chronic pain and pain reprocessing, postpartum adjustment, life transitions, relationship challenges, substance use, and first responders. We focus on nervous system regulation, pattern recognition, and skill-building.
You might be navigating trauma, chronic pain, postpartum changes, relationship strain, substance use, or the pressures of working as a first responder.
Our Ottawa-based practice provides structured, evidence-based psychotherapy for anxiety, depression, anger and emotion regulation, trauma, chronic pain and pain reprocessing, postpartum adjustment, life transitions, relationship challenges, substance use, and first responders. We focus on nervous system regulation, pattern recognition, and skill-building.
I have a specialty in working with clients and caregivers experiencing illness, chronic pain and brain injury.
I offer an evidence based approach integrating EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness practices to address both emotional and nervous-system patterns, helping clients to process past experiences, change unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with a sense of safety and resilience.
I have a specialty in working with clients and caregivers experiencing illness, chronic pain and brain injury.
I offer an evidence based approach integrating EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Emotionally Focused Therapy, and Mindfulness practices to address both emotional and nervous-system patterns, helping clients to process past experiences, change unhelpful patterns, and reconnect with a sense of safety and resilience.
Chronic pain makes everyday tasks really hard.
Mindfulness helped to change my life, and I'm here to show you how it can help you too. The beauty of mindfulness is that sometimes the effects are immediate, and the tools will last you a lifetime. I work to create a safe, empathetic space for you, focusing on your strengths and working towards your goals.
Chronic pain makes everyday tasks really hard.
Mindfulness helped to change my life, and I'm here to show you how it can help you too. The beauty of mindfulness is that sometimes the effects are immediate, and the tools will last you a lifetime. I work to create a safe, empathetic space for you, focusing on your strengths and working towards your goals.
Whether you're healing from trauma, managing chronic pain, navigating grief, or facing overwhelming anxiety, I’ll support you every step.
Have you ever wondered how life experiences shape how you feel about yourself? Do you feel stuck in fight or flight, overwhelmed by anxiety, or worried that no matter what you achieve, it’s never enough? Therapy offers a compassionate space to explore these patterns, deepen self-awareness, and create meaningful change in your life and relationships. Together, we can explore the roots of your feelings, gently untangle what’s weighing you down, and help you reconnect with your inherent worth. You don’t have to carry the burden alone. Therapy offers the opportunity to feel a little lighter and embrace your true self.
Whether you're healing from trauma, managing chronic pain, navigating grief, or facing overwhelming anxiety, I’ll support you every step.
Have you ever wondered how life experiences shape how you feel about yourself? Do you feel stuck in fight or flight, overwhelmed by anxiety, or worried that no matter what you achieve, it’s never enough? Therapy offers a compassionate space to explore these patterns, deepen self-awareness, and create meaningful change in your life and relationships. Together, we can explore the roots of your feelings, gently untangle what’s weighing you down, and help you reconnect with your inherent worth. You don’t have to carry the burden alone. Therapy offers the opportunity to feel a little lighter and embrace your true self.
You’re thoughtful, self-aware, and used to holding a lot together. You may be a caregiver, managing chronic stress, have health concerns, or are in a challenging relationship. You want a path, additional skills, or you just need someone objective to talk to.
You’re thoughtful, self-aware, and used to holding a lot together. You may be a caregiver, managing chronic stress, have health concerns, or are in a challenging relationship. You want a path, additional skills, or you just need someone objective to talk to.
Are you struggling with chronic pain or infertility?
In practice I support parents, growing families, adults, and young adults with chronic pain and illnesses, trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, family planning, postpartum mental health, grief and loss, anxiety related disorders, relational issues, professionals in high-performance and stress jobs, family conflict and big life transitions.
Are you struggling with chronic pain or infertility?
In practice I support parents, growing families, adults, and young adults with chronic pain and illnesses, trauma, infertility, pregnancy loss, family planning, postpartum mental health, grief and loss, anxiety related disorders, relational issues, professionals in high-performance and stress jobs, family conflict and big life transitions.
No waitlist, accepting new clients virtually in Ontario and in person in Milton and Etobicoke. I have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, desire discrepancy, and life transitions. My passion lies in working with BIPOC individuals facing cultural dissonance and intergenerational trauma. I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and gain insight into themselves and their lives.
No waitlist, accepting new clients virtually in Ontario and in person in Milton and Etobicoke. I have experience working with individuals from diverse backgrounds and with a range of mental health concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, relationship issues, desire discrepancy, and life transitions. My passion lies in working with BIPOC individuals facing cultural dissonance and intergenerational trauma. I am committed to creating a safe and non-judgmental space where my clients can explore their thoughts, feelings, and behaviours and gain insight into themselves and their lives.
Most of my clients want to enjoy life more, they are tired of constantly feeling the strain, the stress that sucks the life out of them, or the constant nightmares caused from various types of Trauma.
Most of my clients want to enjoy life more, they are tired of constantly feeling the strain, the stress that sucks the life out of them, or the constant nightmares caused from various types of Trauma.
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Nearby Chronic Pain Counsellors Searches for Ottawa
- Almonte
- Arnprior
- Carleton Place
- Embrun
- Gloucester
- Kanata
- Merrickville
- Nepean
- Orleans
- Rockland
- Smiths Falls
- Stittsville
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.