Chronic Pain Therapists in T3C
Jennifer Hrstic
Counsellor, CCC, MACP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
Does life keep catching up with you and knocking you off balance? Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, dread, exhaustion, or pain. Sometimes you look around and wonder, how did I get here? You might not recognize your work, relationships, body or home as they changed while you were busy taking care of everything and everyone else. Your empathy and compassion is a great strength, and yet there is a cost to caring that impacts your health and well-being. I help people with chronic illness, chronic pain, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD to have more energy & enjoy a renewed sense of purpose. It is possible to find a good balance.
Does life keep catching up with you and knocking you off balance? Maybe you’re weighed down by worry, dread, exhaustion, or pain. Sometimes you look around and wonder, how did I get here? You might not recognize your work, relationships, body or home as they changed while you were busy taking care of everything and everyone else. Your empathy and compassion is a great strength, and yet there is a cost to caring that impacts your health and well-being. I help people with chronic illness, chronic pain, self-esteem, trauma and PTSD to have more energy & enjoy a renewed sense of purpose. It is possible to find a good balance.
Pam Hauck - Emdr Mbct
Counsellor, CCC, MBA, MofC, EMDR, MBCT
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C (Online Only)
Feeling depressed, stressed, anxious, or ongoing emotional or physiical pain. I can help. Recognizing stressors and introducing coping strategies, somatic teachings, and mindfulness into our sessions, we gradually see lasting changes in behavior, emotional regulation, cognitive restructuring & positive mind traits. My focus is not only on your immediate areas of concern. By taking into account the whole of you, we together collaborate to gently explore and be curious about deeper-rooted patterns. EMDR and other somatic treatments assist us in uncovering insights into your past and aid the body in naturally healing past traumas.
Feeling depressed, stressed, anxious, or ongoing emotional or physiical pain. I can help. Recognizing stressors and introducing coping strategies, somatic teachings, and mindfulness into our sessions, we gradually see lasting changes in behavior, emotional regulation, cognitive restructuring & positive mind traits. My focus is not only on your immediate areas of concern. By taking into account the whole of you, we together collaborate to gently explore and be curious about deeper-rooted patterns. EMDR and other somatic treatments assist us in uncovering insights into your past and aid the body in naturally healing past traumas.
Janet Mackenzie
Psychologist, MSc, R, PSYCH
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C
I believe in personalizing and customizing treatments plans to meet the needs of the individual client, rather than trying to fit all clients into one or two psychotherapy modes. I work in partnership with clients to assist them in prioritizing and exploring their issues, in a safe, positive, environment. Treatment plans are flexible, evolving with the needs of the individual person. Appointment times and dates are also very flexible, with evening appointments available as needed.
I believe in personalizing and customizing treatments plans to meet the needs of the individual client, rather than trying to fit all clients into one or two psychotherapy modes. I work in partnership with clients to assist them in prioritizing and exploring their issues, in a safe, positive, environment. Treatment plans are flexible, evolving with the needs of the individual person. Appointment times and dates are also very flexible, with evening appointments available as needed.
Kristina Founk Hypnotherapy
RCH, CT, BA Psyc
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C
Do you feel like anxiety, stress, or feelings of overwhelm are holding you back in life? Do you often find yourself feeling troubled, anxious, worried, and overwhelmed? Does the negative impact of these emotions affect your day-to-day life and decision-making? Are you experiencing physical and mental symptoms that prevent you from engaging in life the way you would like? I understand how debilitating these emotions can be and how they can prevent you from living your best life. That's why I am here to help you feel more grounded, calm, motivated, and well-rested.
Do you feel like anxiety, stress, or feelings of overwhelm are holding you back in life? Do you often find yourself feeling troubled, anxious, worried, and overwhelmed? Does the negative impact of these emotions affect your day-to-day life and decision-making? Are you experiencing physical and mental symptoms that prevent you from engaging in life the way you would like? I understand how debilitating these emotions can be and how they can prevent you from living your best life. That's why I am here to help you feel more grounded, calm, motivated, and well-rested.
Sharon Ann Foster
Counsellor, MACP
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C
I am here to help you build your awareness to expand your choices for wellness. I am not a healer, I am a helper for you to find your own way to self-healing. With compassionate curiosity, we can work together on depression, anxiety, anger issues, eating disorders, relationship problems, grief and loss, cultural/identity issues, gender and sexuality issues, parent-child conflict, intimacy and attachment issues, intergenerational trauma, abuse, bullying, behavior problems, soul wounds and health issues.
I am here to help you build your awareness to expand your choices for wellness. I am not a healer, I am a helper for you to find your own way to self-healing. With compassionate curiosity, we can work together on depression, anxiety, anger issues, eating disorders, relationship problems, grief and loss, cultural/identity issues, gender and sexuality issues, parent-child conflict, intimacy and attachment issues, intergenerational trauma, abuse, bullying, behavior problems, soul wounds and health issues.
Dustin Hrycun
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
I aim to meet my clients apart from the pretension and stigmas of the psychology world, as well as the norms of culture/society in general. Creating a space apart from all the things we think we need to be and should be allows for an authenticity to engage the obstacles in life in a new way. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and so with the expertise that you have of your life, combined with my skills and training, we can work together to get past both the internal and external things keeping you from being more of the human you were meant to be; creating a new mental space where you can continue to grow and thrive.
I aim to meet my clients apart from the pretension and stigmas of the psychology world, as well as the norms of culture/society in general. Creating a space apart from all the things we think we need to be and should be allows for an authenticity to engage the obstacles in life in a new way. Therapy should not be “one size fits all” and so with the expertise that you have of your life, combined with my skills and training, we can work together to get past both the internal and external things keeping you from being more of the human you were meant to be; creating a new mental space where you can continue to grow and thrive.
Emily Jackson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
My therapeutic approach is one of collaboration - I am here to support you as you navigate through a difficult time in your life. I will provide a safe, non-judgemental environment that will encourage and empower you to heal and grow. Counselling sessions will focus on recognizing the abilities, strengths, and resources, within the client.
My therapeutic approach is one of collaboration - I am here to support you as you navigate through a difficult time in your life. I will provide a safe, non-judgemental environment that will encourage and empower you to heal and grow. Counselling sessions will focus on recognizing the abilities, strengths, and resources, within the client.
Danielle Haldemann
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BSW, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
12 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
I am a Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary. I am dedicated to helping people live a life that is meaningful and memorable. I have a passion for working with adults to address trauma, burnout, chronic stress, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, emotional regulation, mental health management, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in a collaborative and trauma-informed lens. I believe each person I work with is their own expert of their life.
I am a Registered Social Worker with a Masters in Clinical Social Work from the University of Calgary. I am dedicated to helping people live a life that is meaningful and memorable. I have a passion for working with adults to address trauma, burnout, chronic stress, depression, anxiety, relationship challenges, grief and loss, emotional regulation, mental health management, and life transitions. My approach is grounded in a collaborative and trauma-informed lens. I believe each person I work with is their own expert of their life.
Lynn Michele Sloane
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C (Online Only)
Experienced Ph.D. level registered psychologist, practicing in Calgary since 1987. I enjoy helping motivated individuals in therapy. I combine clinical training with personal authenticity and sensitivity to diversity and socialization influences on how we handle what we are facing. Effective therapy is collaborative and empowering, with therapist and clients working together to make positive changes towards the clients' goals. This may involve learning to self-soothe, anti-depressant behaviours, and homework between sessions. Good therapy builds on strengths.
Experienced Ph.D. level registered psychologist, practicing in Calgary since 1987. I enjoy helping motivated individuals in therapy. I combine clinical training with personal authenticity and sensitivity to diversity and socialization influences on how we handle what we are facing. Effective therapy is collaborative and empowering, with therapist and clients working together to make positive changes towards the clients' goals. This may involve learning to self-soothe, anti-depressant behaviours, and homework between sessions. Good therapy builds on strengths.
Reshma Bose Registered Psychologist
Psychologist, BA, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I am a Registered Psychologist, born & raised in Edmonton. I am passionate about providing individual & group counseling services to children, youth, and adults from all walks of life. My professional experience over the past 10 years includes working with young offenders, inmates, hospitalized patients, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have also loved volunteering as a crisis line worker at Distress Centre Calgary for over 2 years. Some of my areas of specialty include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parent-Child Attachment, Divorce/Separation, Returning to Work, OCD, Self-esteem.
**CURRENTLY ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS** I am a Registered Psychologist, born & raised in Edmonton. I am passionate about providing individual & group counseling services to children, youth, and adults from all walks of life. My professional experience over the past 10 years includes working with young offenders, inmates, hospitalized patients, and individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder. I have also loved volunteering as a crisis line worker at Distress Centre Calgary for over 2 years. Some of my areas of specialty include: Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Parent-Child Attachment, Divorce/Separation, Returning to Work, OCD, Self-esteem.
Anu Sharma-Niwa
Psychologist, MA, RPsych
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C
My work has been to learn and share how to be able to talk confidently to yourself and others in order to have the kind of life and relationship that you desire. As a psychologist, I love being able to hep you to discover how you can recognize your strengths, view yourself as a person of worth, and support you in your process of managing your mood, anxiety and stressors. I am passionate about being neurodivergent affirming while helping you in your discovery of deepening your understanding how your brain works, optimizing your mental health, and how to have a deep, meaningful and healthy relationships with yourself and others.
My work has been to learn and share how to be able to talk confidently to yourself and others in order to have the kind of life and relationship that you desire. As a psychologist, I love being able to hep you to discover how you can recognize your strengths, view yourself as a person of worth, and support you in your process of managing your mood, anxiety and stressors. I am passionate about being neurodivergent affirming while helping you in your discovery of deepening your understanding how your brain works, optimizing your mental health, and how to have a deep, meaningful and healthy relationships with yourself and others.
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Cynthia Grace DeRozea
Psychologist, MA
Verified Verified
Calgary, AB T3C
Although individuals seek therapy for a variety of reasons such as anxiety, depression, traumas, and relationship issues, I have found most individuals seeking therapy are motivated by their common desire to have an increased understanding of self and others. They want more peace and less stress. To help individuals achieve this, my Cognitive Therapy approach focuses on increasing an individual's ability to manage their own nervous system. To be able to achieve this it is essential individuals understand how present and past relationships and environments either oppressed or encouraged self-awareness.
Although individuals seek therapy for a variety of reasons such as anxiety, depression, traumas, and relationship issues, I have found most individuals seeking therapy are motivated by their common desire to have an increased understanding of self and others. They want more peace and less stress. To help individuals achieve this, my Cognitive Therapy approach focuses on increasing an individual's ability to manage their own nervous system. To be able to achieve this it is essential individuals understand how present and past relationships and environments either oppressed or encouraged self-awareness.
Kate Hollowell Sheldon
Psychologist, MC, RPsych
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
It is hard to reach out for support or to even consider reaching out when you are struggling. Perhaps you are experiencing a sense of grief, loss, or burnout leaving you feeling stuck and unsure about what the future holds? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to talk to as you figure out what to do next? Sometimes we find our past experiences interfere with the present and all of us face challenges that require extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth.
It is hard to reach out for support or to even consider reaching out when you are struggling. Perhaps you are experiencing a sense of grief, loss, or burnout leaving you feeling stuck and unsure about what the future holds? Perhaps you are feeling adrift and need someone to talk to as you figure out what to do next? Sometimes we find our past experiences interfere with the present and all of us face challenges that require extra support. Counselling can help you gain a better understanding of yourself, your relationships, and the changes you wish to implement to achieve further growth.
Danielle Morran
Counsellor, MC, CCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Calgary, AB T3C
Life has its many challenges, it can be messy, and complicated. Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, angry, lost, and not sure what to do. Maybe you are not able to respond to people or situations in your life the way you would like to. You want more freedom, choice, control, and clarity. You want to feel less weighed down, and more relaxed in your body and life. You want a healthier more connected relationship with yourself and others. Curious if counselling would be helpful? A safe, collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable sharing your story, being your authentic self, feeling heard, and seen can help.
Life has its many challenges, it can be messy, and complicated. Maybe you feel stuck, overwhelmed, angry, lost, and not sure what to do. Maybe you are not able to respond to people or situations in your life the way you would like to. You want more freedom, choice, control, and clarity. You want to feel less weighed down, and more relaxed in your body and life. You want a healthier more connected relationship with yourself and others. Curious if counselling would be helpful? A safe, collaborative therapeutic relationship where you feel comfortable sharing your story, being your authentic self, feeling heard, and seen can help.
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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.