Chronic Pain Therapists in Port Perry, ON
To explore or unpack life's pain and challenges is a courageous step that can lead to meaningful outcomes of growth, healing and a greater sense of wellness.
I'll actively encourage you to explore and lean into your own priorities that bring meaning and feed your soul such as self care practices, faith, beliefs and values, to name a few. I'm committed to supporting individuals, couples and families (parent/youth, parent/adult child) as they navigate relational challenges and enhance growth.
To explore or unpack life's pain and challenges is a courageous step that can lead to meaningful outcomes of growth, healing and a greater sense of wellness.
I'll actively encourage you to explore and lean into your own priorities that bring meaning and feed your soul such as self care practices, faith, beliefs and values, to name a few. I'm committed to supporting individuals, couples and families (parent/youth, parent/adult child) as they navigate relational challenges and enhance growth.
With 17+ years in social services, I support a variety of human experiences: anxiety/depression, grief, trauma, dementia care/caregiving, life transitions, self-esteem, disability/chronic illness, 2SLGBTQ+.
Welcoming New Clients - - It's common to feel anxious about your future, what could or "should" happen, with all those never-ending thoughts. Maybe you feel deep sadness, intense anger, you're grieving change, and/or thinking that life isn't quite working out the way you hoped. How about your relationship with yourself and others? Perhaps you're wondering if there's an opportunity to build more confidence and connection.
I provide an authentic, non-judgmental space to explore what's causing you stress. Together, we will work through your concerns and create practical solutions to enhance your life.
With 17+ years in social services, I support a variety of human experiences: anxiety/depression, grief, trauma, dementia care/caregiving, life transitions, self-esteem, disability/chronic illness, 2SLGBTQ+.
Welcoming New Clients - - It's common to feel anxious about your future, what could or "should" happen, with all those never-ending thoughts. Maybe you feel deep sadness, intense anger, you're grieving change, and/or thinking that life isn't quite working out the way you hoped. How about your relationship with yourself and others? Perhaps you're wondering if there's an opportunity to build more confidence and connection.
I provide an authentic, non-judgmental space to explore what's causing you stress. Together, we will work through your concerns and create practical solutions to enhance your life.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, addiction, chronic pain, grief and loss, identity and self-esteem, fertility, parenting challenges and beyond.
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist I work alongside clients who are seeking deeper self-understanding and insight into their unconscious patterns and relational dynamics. With awareness, clients start to see the patterns that shape their experiences. They come to understand the emotional currents beneath their reactions and, in that understanding, begin to choose their responses with greater intention and self-compassion. I tailor my approach to each client and work psychodynamically, always holding the wholeness of our lives in how we navigate present challenges.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma and PTSD, life transitions, addiction, chronic pain, grief and loss, identity and self-esteem, fertility, parenting challenges and beyond.
As a psychodynamic psychotherapist I work alongside clients who are seeking deeper self-understanding and insight into their unconscious patterns and relational dynamics. With awareness, clients start to see the patterns that shape their experiences. They come to understand the emotional currents beneath their reactions and, in that understanding, begin to choose their responses with greater intention and self-compassion. I tailor my approach to each client and work psychodynamically, always holding the wholeness of our lives in how we navigate present challenges.
Karen McKenna-Quayle
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), BA, BEd, DSW
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Online Only
I support people with ADHD/AuDHD/ASD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain/ illness.
Do you struggle with ADHD, depression or anxiety that impacts your ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed and don't know where to start? If you are considering making changes to create a life that inspires you, I am here to help. I provide evidence-based treatment to reduce anxiety and depression, build executive function skills, increase self-confidence, and heal past trauma. I can also connect you with programs and resources, including the Disability Tax Credit, provincial, and federal grants.
I support people with ADHD/AuDHD/ASD, anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain/ illness.
Do you struggle with ADHD, depression or anxiety that impacts your ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed and don't know where to start? If you are considering making changes to create a life that inspires you, I am here to help. I provide evidence-based treatment to reduce anxiety and depression, build executive function skills, increase self-confidence, and heal past trauma. I can also connect you with programs and resources, including the Disability Tax Credit, provincial, and federal grants.
At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.
At North Durham Professional Counsellors, we provide psychological assessment and treatment services to adults, children and adolescents, couples and families in individual therapy, relationship therapy, and/or family therapy. We can help with a number of mental health issues such as depression and/or anxiety, life transitions such as separation divorce or loss/bereavement, and relationship issues. We also offer rehabilitation assessment and treatment for individuals who have been involved in a motor vehicle accident or have suffered a work-related injury in order to assist with coping more effectively with such traumatic events.
Jane Douglas-Healthspace Collective
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Perry, ON L9L
Do you ever feel stuck in your life? You know forward is the way to go, but you just can’t seem to get there. You've tried. A lot of things. Yet, you just can’t seem to feel better. With your partner, you can’t seem to communicate anymore. You’ve begun to resent each other. Neither of you wants to live this way, but neither of you knows how to get out of this box you both feel stuck in. How would you like to feel like an improved version of yourself? Thriving, making progress, even flourishing?
Do you ever feel stuck in your life? You know forward is the way to go, but you just can’t seem to get there. You've tried. A lot of things. Yet, you just can’t seem to feel better. With your partner, you can’t seem to communicate anymore. You’ve begun to resent each other. Neither of you wants to live this way, but neither of you knows how to get out of this box you both feel stuck in. How would you like to feel like an improved version of yourself? Thriving, making progress, even flourishing?
Beverley David
Psychologist, PhD, ClinPsy, DClinPs, MSc
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
I believe a small change in just one person doesn’t only change them, it can change relationships, family, community and future generations. Together we will determine goals, as well as identifying what achieving these goals might look like. I will strive to meet your treatment needs in the most effective and efficient way possible. My first priority when introduced to a potential new client or family is to get to know you, and to discuss your hopes in terms of working with me.
I believe a small change in just one person doesn’t only change them, it can change relationships, family, community and future generations. Together we will determine goals, as well as identifying what achieving these goals might look like. I will strive to meet your treatment needs in the most effective and efficient way possible. My first priority when introduced to a potential new client or family is to get to know you, and to discuss your hopes in terms of working with me.
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Lisa Trepanier
Psychologist, PhD, CPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bowmanville, ON L1C
Waitlist for new clients
Common referral issues relate to work, mood, coping, chronic stress, chronic pain, or an acquired problem.
I have extensive experience with clients in the field of medicine, neurology, and psychiatry. I have helped students (18+) with learning difficulties. I also work with clients from WSIB, rehabilitation facilities, military, police, aviation, EMS and fire services. I see clients privately or through their physicians, employers or insurance companies.
Common referral issues relate to work, mood, coping, chronic stress, chronic pain, or an acquired problem.
I have extensive experience with clients in the field of medicine, neurology, and psychiatry. I have helped students (18+) with learning difficulties. I also work with clients from WSIB, rehabilitation facilities, military, police, aviation, EMS and fire services. I see clients privately or through their physicians, employers or insurance companies.
Living with chronic pain and/or neurodivergence often feels isolating, exhausting and overwhelming.
I really do understand. I live with several chronic conditions that cause severe pain, and I have felt like I'm just barely surviving hell. I am a counsellor specializing in helping people just like you lift out of the black hole and do things you can be happy and proud of, at your own pace, while caring for yourself in mind and body
Living with chronic pain and/or neurodivergence often feels isolating, exhausting and overwhelming.
I really do understand. I live with several chronic conditions that cause severe pain, and I have felt like I'm just barely surviving hell. I am a counsellor specializing in helping people just like you lift out of the black hole and do things you can be happy and proud of, at your own pace, while caring for yourself in mind and body
My clients face a wide range of issues including: Depression, anxiety, chronic pain, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), life transitions, career transitions, relationship challenges and parenting issues.
Using my skills and experience in Counseling and Psychotherapy as well as a fluid, conversational and compassionate approach in identifying thought patterns and behaviors that are no longer serving you, I work with you in developing tools and strategies that help you feel more in control of your mental and physical well being.
My clients face a wide range of issues including: Depression, anxiety, chronic pain, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), life transitions, career transitions, relationship challenges and parenting issues.
Using my skills and experience in Counseling and Psychotherapy as well as a fluid, conversational and compassionate approach in identifying thought patterns and behaviors that are no longer serving you, I work with you in developing tools and strategies that help you feel more in control of your mental and physical well being.
expertise in imental health (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma); addictions (substances, problem gambling, eating, sex, and internet); concurrent disorders; developmental disability (ASD, MID, LD, ADHD, ODD); dual diagnosis; rehabilitation (MVA, WSIB, OWN, LTD, RTW, mTBI, and traumatic injuries); chronic illness ( chronic pain and other chronic medical conditions); return to work, parenting (child and youth); couples and marital relationship, personal wellbeing/development.
practices in various clinical settings, e.g., hospital, non-profit and outpatient community agencies, walk-in clinic, Family Health Team, rehabilitation clinics and private practice; clients are from all walks of life, different age groups (6 and up), with various sexual orientations, and diverse social/economical/cultural backgrounds.
expertise in imental health (e.g. anxiety, depression, trauma); addictions (substances, problem gambling, eating, sex, and internet); concurrent disorders; developmental disability (ASD, MID, LD, ADHD, ODD); dual diagnosis; rehabilitation (MVA, WSIB, OWN, LTD, RTW, mTBI, and traumatic injuries); chronic illness ( chronic pain and other chronic medical conditions); return to work, parenting (child and youth); couples and marital relationship, personal wellbeing/development.
practices in various clinical settings, e.g., hospital, non-profit and outpatient community agencies, walk-in clinic, Family Health Team, rehabilitation clinics and private practice; clients are from all walks of life, different age groups (6 and up), with various sexual orientations, and diverse social/economical/cultural backgrounds.
In my practice, I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and chronic symptoms.
When working with clients I utilize the following therapy approaches: Somatic Experiencing (intermediate level), Polyvagal Theory, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, and Mindful Self-Compassion. With each client I work with I individualize my approach to meet their needs.
In my practice, I specialize in treating trauma, anxiety, chronic pain, and chronic symptoms.
When working with clients I utilize the following therapy approaches: Somatic Experiencing (intermediate level), Polyvagal Theory, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy, and Mindful Self-Compassion. With each client I work with I individualize my approach to meet their needs.
If you are an individual adult looking to heal attachment wounds, process trauma, or cultivate strategies to manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or chronic pain, I would love the opportunity to see if we would be a good therapeutic fit.
I provide a compassionate, neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed space for clients to explore their past experiences and build a foundation for a more fulfilling future. I am an EMDR-trained psychotherapist who believes that a client's memories deserve respect. I am honoured and humbled to witness the amazing healing properties of the human brain.
If you are an individual adult looking to heal attachment wounds, process trauma, or cultivate strategies to manage anxiety, depression, ADHD, PTSD, or chronic pain, I would love the opportunity to see if we would be a good therapeutic fit.
I provide a compassionate, neurodivergent-affirming, trauma-informed space for clients to explore their past experiences and build a foundation for a more fulfilling future. I am an EMDR-trained psychotherapist who believes that a client's memories deserve respect. I am honoured and humbled to witness the amazing healing properties of the human brain.
Sabrina Lombardi provides neuropsychological and psychological assessment, therapy and cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with concussion, traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, as well as other conditions such as OCD, chronic pain and insomnia.
Dr. Lombardi obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, with a specialization in Neuropsychology from York University. She went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship at Toronto Rehab (UHN) through her work with the Canadian Sports Concussion Project (now Canadian Concussion Centre). Dr. Lombardi also gives presentations on concussion education/management.
Sabrina Lombardi provides neuropsychological and psychological assessment, therapy and cognitive rehabilitation for individuals with concussion, traumatic brain injury, acquired brain injury, mood and anxiety disorders, trauma, as well as other conditions such as OCD, chronic pain and insomnia.
Dr. Lombardi obtained her Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, with a specialization in Neuropsychology from York University. She went on to complete a postdoctoral fellowship at Toronto Rehab (UHN) through her work with the Canadian Sports Concussion Project (now Canadian Concussion Centre). Dr. Lombardi also gives presentations on concussion education/management.
What if our pain isn’t the enemy, but a guide pointing us to a path we’ve been afraid to face?
I work from a trauma-informed Psychodynamic approach, integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness. My diverse cultural roots, and experience in corporate environments and Eastern contemplative traditions and culture, informs my unique blend of practical insight and attention to the intergenerational notions.
What if our pain isn’t the enemy, but a guide pointing us to a path we’ve been afraid to face?
I work from a trauma-informed Psychodynamic approach, integrating Internal Family Systems (IFS) and mindfulness. My diverse cultural roots, and experience in corporate environments and Eastern contemplative traditions and culture, informs my unique blend of practical insight and attention to the intergenerational notions.
My ideal clients are challenged with depression, anxiety, anger issues, illness and stress.
I am now a Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) provider! The SSP is a wonderful addition to my other mind/body approaches. The protocol works with a client's vagal tone and refocuses the ear to 'safe' sound which helps clients to better manage their anxiety, depression, PTSD, and anger issues through their therapeutic work.
My ideal clients are challenged with depression, anxiety, anger issues, illness and stress.
I am now a Safe and Sound Protocol (SSP) provider! The SSP is a wonderful addition to my other mind/body approaches. The protocol works with a client's vagal tone and refocuses the ear to 'safe' sound which helps clients to better manage their anxiety, depression, PTSD, and anger issues through their therapeutic work.
Mya Moran
Registered Psychotherapist, HBSc, MDiv, RP, PMH-C
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Online Only
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.
Rachael Pogue
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, RP, CRPO
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Courtice, ON L1E
Whether you’re living with anxiety, chronic pain, emotional challenges, relational difficulties, or you’re simply seeking deeper insight into yourself, I’m here to support you.
Welcome - I'm so glad you're here!
Starting therapy is a meaningful and courageous step, and I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to reach out, especially when things feel overwhelming or uncertain. Choosing a therapist can feel vulnerable, and I’m truly honoured that you’re considering inviting me into your healing journey. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration. I strive to create a space that feels safe, compassionate, and free of judgment - a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
Whether you’re living with anxiety, chronic pain, emotional challenges, relational difficulties, or you’re simply seeking deeper insight into yourself, I’m here to support you.
Welcome - I'm so glad you're here!
Starting therapy is a meaningful and courageous step, and I want to acknowledge the strength it takes to reach out, especially when things feel overwhelming or uncertain. Choosing a therapist can feel vulnerable, and I’m truly honoured that you’re considering inviting me into your healing journey. My approach is grounded in empathy, curiosity, and collaboration. I strive to create a space that feels safe, compassionate, and free of judgment - a space where you can show up exactly as you are.
You might feel getting close to burnout, being stuck on intricate conflicts, or even having to deal with the physical manifestations of distress, such as chronic chronic pain and/or illnesses.
I work individually with adults and young adults, addressing a variety of concerns, such as signs of chronic stress and burnout, life transitions, workplace challenges, navigating relationship, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, chronic pain, concussion recovery... among other themes.
Sou brasileira expatriada e uma grande parcela dos meus clientes também.
You might feel getting close to burnout, being stuck on intricate conflicts, or even having to deal with the physical manifestations of distress, such as chronic chronic pain and/or illnesses.
I work individually with adults and young adults, addressing a variety of concerns, such as signs of chronic stress and burnout, life transitions, workplace challenges, navigating relationship, anxiety, depression, loss, trauma, chronic pain, concussion recovery... among other themes.
Sou brasileira expatriada e uma grande parcela dos meus clientes também.
Susie Santacroce
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), CTRS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A
Feeling stuck in anxiety, low motivation, or chronic pain?
I’m here to help you build practical strategies aligned with your unique goals and values. Together, we’ll overcome challenges, build resilience, and create lasting change. My compassionate, personalized approach empowers you to move forward with clarity and confidence.
Feeling stuck in anxiety, low motivation, or chronic pain?
I’m here to help you build practical strategies aligned with your unique goals and values. Together, we’ll overcome challenges, build resilience, and create lasting change. My compassionate, personalized approach empowers you to move forward with clarity and confidence.
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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.