Chronic Pain Therapists in Richmond Hill, ON
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.
Leila Abbaszadeh, MSW, RSW, RP is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO). She is an individual, couple and family therapist. She also administers psychosocial assessments for motor vehicle accident victims. She provides solution-focused and strengths-based treatment for individuals and couples.
Leila Abbaszadeh, MSW, RSW, RP is a Registered Social Worker (OCSWSSW) and a Registered Psychotherapist (CRPO). She is an individual, couple and family therapist. She also administers psychosocial assessments for motor vehicle accident victims. She provides solution-focused and strengths-based treatment for individuals and couples.
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.
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 Certified Therapist 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 Certified Therapist who believes that a client's memories deserve respect. I am honoured and humbled to witness the amazing healing properties of the human brain.
At times, the body speaks what words cannot - through anxiety, fatigue, or pain.
My practice is informed by psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT). In our work, you will become familiar with how your emotions, thoughts and physical experiences interact. Plus, you will gain concrete tools and practices that help you move towards your goals.
At times, the body speaks what words cannot - through anxiety, fatigue, or pain.
My practice is informed by psychodynamic therapy, narrative therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT). In our work, you will become familiar with how your emotions, thoughts and physical experiences interact. Plus, you will gain concrete tools and practices that help you move towards your goals.
Hello, my name is Lee, and I am a Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist. I provide clinical assessment and individual therapy services for adults experiencing various difficulties in their lives that often leave them feeling stuck and unsure of how to move toward the rich and meaningful lives they so badly want. Having tried many unsuccessful ways to get unstuck, people reach out to me because they are looking for a new perspective - a new way to manage powerful thoughts and feelings so they can move forward in their lives.
Hello, my name is Lee, and I am a Clinical and Rehabilitation Psychologist. I provide clinical assessment and individual therapy services for adults experiencing various difficulties in their lives that often leave them feeling stuck and unsure of how to move toward the rich and meaningful lives they so badly want. Having tried many unsuccessful ways to get unstuck, people reach out to me because they are looking for a new perspective - a new way to manage powerful thoughts and feelings so they can move forward in their lives.
Whether you are dealing with the emotional
impact of a long-term illness or trying to make sense of complex family and identity
dynamics, your experiences are unique.
I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we will use practical,
mindfulness-based tools to help you manage daily stress and anxious thoughts. We
will also look at how your past experiences and relationships shape how you feel
today. This helps us heal deeper hurts, build self-compassion, and create lasting,
meaningful change.
Whether you are dealing with the emotional
impact of a long-term illness or trying to make sense of complex family and identity
dynamics, your experiences are unique.
I don't believe in a one-size-fits-all approach. Together, we will use practical,
mindfulness-based tools to help you manage daily stress and anxious thoughts. We
will also look at how your past experiences and relationships shape how you feel
today. This helps us heal deeper hurts, build self-compassion, and create lasting,
meaningful change.
Bhatia Psychology Group provides individual and couples therapy to help you build a mentally healthier and happier life. Our team features clinical psychologists, social workers, and registered psychotherapists. We more than therapists — we are caring, compassionate and committed individuals guiding you on a path to happiness, self-love and inner peace. We are here to help if you are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges or more.
Bhatia Psychology Group provides individual and couples therapy to help you build a mentally healthier and happier life. Our team features clinical psychologists, social workers, and registered psychotherapists. We more than therapists — we are caring, compassionate and committed individuals guiding you on a path to happiness, self-love and inner peace. We are here to help if you are struggling with anxiety, stress, depression, relationship challenges or more.
I am a compassionate Registered Psychotherapist in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I have over eight years of experience providing mental health services to teens and adults from diverse backgrounds in private clinics, hospitals, and educational settings. I am committed to supporting you in your journey to heal from past trauma, manage mood and anxiety disorders, overcome addiction, and address emotional disturbances and relationship challenges.
I am a compassionate Registered Psychotherapist in good standing with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. I have over eight years of experience providing mental health services to teens and adults from diverse backgrounds in private clinics, hospitals, and educational settings. I am committed to supporting you in your journey to heal from past trauma, manage mood and anxiety disorders, overcome addiction, and address emotional disturbances and relationship challenges.
I help adults navigate stress, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship struggles, life transitions, and chronic pain.
I use CBT and mindfulness approaches to help you better understand patterns and respond to challenges with more confidence. I also have experience supporting LGBTQ+ clients and understand how identity and life experiences can shape well-being. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone, together, we can work toward meaningful, lasting change.
I help adults navigate stress, anxiety, self-esteem challenges, relationship struggles, life transitions, and chronic pain.
I use CBT and mindfulness approaches to help you better understand patterns and respond to challenges with more confidence. I also have experience supporting LGBTQ+ clients and understand how identity and life experiences can shape well-being. You don’t have to face life’s challenges alone, together, we can work toward meaningful, lasting change.
I am an artist with a mission to help people grow through their pain, guiding them to find meaning and purpose in their sufferings.
As part of my mission, I am dedicated to helping women with breast cancer or any chronic illness navigate their challenging life journeys. I specialize in areas such as trauma, behavioral issues, chronic disease, and health psychology, as well as creativity, personal growth, and building confidence.
I am an artist with a mission to help people grow through their pain, guiding them to find meaning and purpose in their sufferings.
As part of my mission, I am dedicated to helping women with breast cancer or any chronic illness navigate their challenging life journeys. I specialize in areas such as trauma, behavioral issues, chronic disease, and health psychology, as well as creativity, personal growth, and building confidence.
I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with 17 years of experience in the field of mental health, and have worked alongside children, youth, adults , and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict, relationships, adjustment to life’s transitions, and trauma. I believe the individual is the expert of their own lives and sometimes may need support to navigate through their own inner struggles. Healing occurs differently for everyone, and there is never a one-size fits all approach. Allow me to help you each step of the way and to work in collaboration to improve your overall quality of life.
I am a Registered Social Worker and psychotherapist with 17 years of experience in the field of mental health, and have worked alongside children, youth, adults , and families. I specialize in anxiety, depression, parent-child conflict, relationships, adjustment to life’s transitions, and trauma. I believe the individual is the expert of their own lives and sometimes may need support to navigate through their own inner struggles. Healing occurs differently for everyone, and there is never a one-size fits all approach. Allow me to help you each step of the way and to work in collaboration to improve your overall quality of life.
On Demand Text Therapy with Cass Myers
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, BACYC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specializing in supporting disabled, QTBIPOC survivors of sexual violence / intimate partner violence, and folks who are newly/chronically disabled, in pain, or ill.
Hey, I'm Cassandra Myers, Ontario's FIRST on-demand text based therapist for when you need support in the moment. Are you someone who loses healing momentum when you have to wait a week to see your therapist? Don't have a safe place to take a zoom appointment? Can't get to an appointment in person? Do you dread cancellation fees when your schedule shifts? Do you type faster than you think? Feel better with screen-off? Are you using AI as your therapist for these reasons? For when you don't need a crisis line, but need someone to talk to quick, I'm here. Book with me 30 mins before session, 9am - 9pm.
I specializing in supporting disabled, QTBIPOC survivors of sexual violence / intimate partner violence, and folks who are newly/chronically disabled, in pain, or ill.
Hey, I'm Cassandra Myers, Ontario's FIRST on-demand text based therapist for when you need support in the moment. Are you someone who loses healing momentum when you have to wait a week to see your therapist? Don't have a safe place to take a zoom appointment? Can't get to an appointment in person? Do you dread cancellation fees when your schedule shifts? Do you type faster than you think? Feel better with screen-off? Are you using AI as your therapist for these reasons? For when you don't need a crisis line, but need someone to talk to quick, I'm here. Book with me 30 mins before session, 9am - 9pm.
I combine neurobiologically-informed modalities including somatic therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, IFS and trauma-informed CBT to help my clients integrate the pain of their past and move from stuckness to wellness.
Has "getting by" become a way of life? Are you feeling hijacked by anxiety, stuck in cyclical low mood, or simply overwhelmed in relationship dynamics? Toxic stress and trauma destabilize our nervous system and shake up our sense of safety and control. In therapy, we open the doorway to understanding and neutralizing the roots of your triggers. Trauma-informed therapy works to stabilize your brain and body so that surviving transforms into thriving. It empowers you to restore balance within... to become the architect of your mind... and to cultivate a resilient self, unburdened by the past or life's circumstances.
I combine neurobiologically-informed modalities including somatic therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, IFS and trauma-informed CBT to help my clients integrate the pain of their past and move from stuckness to wellness.
Has "getting by" become a way of life? Are you feeling hijacked by anxiety, stuck in cyclical low mood, or simply overwhelmed in relationship dynamics? Toxic stress and trauma destabilize our nervous system and shake up our sense of safety and control. In therapy, we open the doorway to understanding and neutralizing the roots of your triggers. Trauma-informed therapy works to stabilize your brain and body so that surviving transforms into thriving. It empowers you to restore balance within... to become the architect of your mind... and to cultivate a resilient self, unburdened by the past or life's circumstances.
My clients may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic pain and feel overwhelmed by life's challenges.
As a psychologist specializing in clinical and counseling psychology, I help individuals facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and chronic pain. I offer evidence-based therapies including CBT and DBT, tailored to each client's needs. I empower clients on their journey to healing and resilience through personalized assessments and treatment plans.
My clients may struggle with anxiety, depression, trauma, or chronic pain and feel overwhelmed by life's challenges.
As a psychologist specializing in clinical and counseling psychology, I help individuals facing anxiety, depression, PTSD, and chronic pain. I offer evidence-based therapies including CBT and DBT, tailored to each client's needs. I empower clients on their journey to healing and resilience through personalized assessments and treatment plans.
I am fully licensed to practice in Ontario and hold supplemental certifications in DBT, CBT, Chronic pain & disease management, trauma focused therapies, mindfulness, & memory clinic training.
Throughout my almost a decade of experience, a common thread I have found in the majority of my clients has been rigidly conclusive thought processes & an automatic tendency of disregarding self positivity. When we are used to the familiar of negativity, it is easy for anxiety, depression & self doubt to take hold. It is empowering to accept that a change may be necessary. Acknowledging is a positively significant step and initiating help for ourselves fundamentally lays the groundwork for the big picture work.
I am fully licensed to practice in Ontario and hold supplemental certifications in DBT, CBT, Chronic pain & disease management, trauma focused therapies, mindfulness, & memory clinic training.
Throughout my almost a decade of experience, a common thread I have found in the majority of my clients has been rigidly conclusive thought processes & an automatic tendency of disregarding self positivity. When we are used to the familiar of negativity, it is easy for anxiety, depression & self doubt to take hold. It is empowering to accept that a change may be necessary. Acknowledging is a positively significant step and initiating help for ourselves fundamentally lays the groundwork for the big picture work.
Many people come to therapy feeling unsure how they got here, simply knowing they feel anxious, worn down, or feel disconnected from themselves. You may be navigating stress, grief, or life transitions such as changes in relationships, health, work, retirement, or family roles. I also support adults across the lifespan, including older adults, and welcome those considering therapy for the first time or later in life. I also support neurodivergent adults, including individuals with autism or ADHD, many of whom have spent years masking, adapting, or questioning themselves in environments that weren't designed with their needs in mind.
Many people come to therapy feeling unsure how they got here, simply knowing they feel anxious, worn down, or feel disconnected from themselves. You may be navigating stress, grief, or life transitions such as changes in relationships, health, work, retirement, or family roles. I also support adults across the lifespan, including older adults, and welcome those considering therapy for the first time or later in life. I also support neurodivergent adults, including individuals with autism or ADHD, many of whom have spent years masking, adapting, or questioning themselves in environments that weren't designed with their needs in mind.
Sarah Saeed is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Adler University. She is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, offering a culturally sensitive approach to therapy. Her ideal client is someone ready to address issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, domestic abuse, and parenting challenges. Sarah provides a warm, non-judgmental space where healing and growth can flourish.
Sarah Saeed is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapists of Ontario. She completed her Honours Bachelor of Science degree from the University of Toronto and a Master of Arts in Counselling Psychology from Adler University. She is fluent in English, Hindi, and Urdu, offering a culturally sensitive approach to therapy. Her ideal client is someone ready to address issues of depression, anxiety, trauma, addiction, domestic abuse, and parenting challenges. Sarah provides a warm, non-judgmental space where healing and growth can flourish.
I am a clinical therapist with over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental health and the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, relationship issues,post-traumatic stress syndrome, grief, anger management, and addictions. I also provide specialized counseling for individuals who have been in trouble with the law. Following an extensive training program I am now providing Family Mediation services. I work in partnership with my clients to establish the approach that works best for them. Each treatment plan is individualized and flexible. All sessions are provided online.
I am a clinical therapist with over 30 years of experience working in the field of mental health and the treatment of anxiety, depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, eating disorders, relationship issues,post-traumatic stress syndrome, grief, anger management, and addictions. I also provide specialized counseling for individuals who have been in trouble with the law. Following an extensive training program I am now providing Family Mediation services. I work in partnership with my clients to establish the approach that works best for them. Each treatment plan is individualized and flexible. All sessions are provided online.
I provide treatment for adults with issues of depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Skin Picking, Body Image Issues, Fears/ Phobia, Chronic pain, Eating Disorders/disordered eating, interpersonal challenges, anger, adjustment to life transitions and parenting, stress and sleep issues.
I provide evidence based treatments primarily from Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and self-enhancement models of therapy.
I provide treatment for adults with issues of depression, anxiety disorders, PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Skin Picking, Body Image Issues, Fears/ Phobia, Chronic pain, Eating Disorders/disordered eating, interpersonal challenges, anger, adjustment to life transitions and parenting, stress and sleep issues.
I provide evidence based treatments primarily from Cognitive-Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical-Behavior Therapy (DBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) and self-enhancement models of therapy.
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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.