Chronic Pain Counselling in Bamber Bridge
A warm welcome to Forever Growing Counselling & Wellbeing Specialist, I am Jacqueline a highly skilled Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and RTT Practitioner. I also hold experience has a school counsellor and therapeutic practitioner. Together we create a safe calming space, reducing overwhelm, promoting self exploration and expression, gaining deep understanding of challenges faced. At your pace we work towards soothing the nervous system, moving away from anxiety, being your own biggest critic, creating a new updated communication style, compassionate, one that works for you, stepping into being your own best friend.
A warm welcome to Forever Growing Counselling & Wellbeing Specialist, I am Jacqueline a highly skilled Psychotherapist, Counsellor, Hypnotherapist and RTT Practitioner. I also hold experience has a school counsellor and therapeutic practitioner. Together we create a safe calming space, reducing overwhelm, promoting self exploration and expression, gaining deep understanding of challenges faced. At your pace we work towards soothing the nervous system, moving away from anxiety, being your own biggest critic, creating a new updated communication style, compassionate, one that works for you, stepping into being your own best friend.
The Wellness Consultancy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Serves Area
Waitlist for new clients
Often clients contact me when other therapy has not helped them in the way they had hoped. This is often due to the complexity of difficulties being layered perhaps in a history of trauma. Distress in the body and mind can be triggered by what appears to be something superficial. This can open up the past or come at a time when our emotional resilience is low so this event has a greater impact than it may have done. We can find ourselves not being able to function in our normal way. Many clients often identify as 'good copers' and those who 'just get on with it'. Perhaps we can't now - this is frightening and can derail us.
Often clients contact me when other therapy has not helped them in the way they had hoped. This is often due to the complexity of difficulties being layered perhaps in a history of trauma. Distress in the body and mind can be triggered by what appears to be something superficial. This can open up the past or come at a time when our emotional resilience is low so this event has a greater impact than it may have done. We can find ourselves not being able to function in our normal way. Many clients often identify as 'good copers' and those who 'just get on with it'. Perhaps we can't now - this is frightening and can derail us.
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Life’s challenges, whether chronic pain, anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling stuck, can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
As an Integrative Counsellor and Trauma-Informed Coach, I blend traditional therapy with creative and somatic approaches to support deep healing. I specialize in trauma recovery, parent/carer trauma, chronic pain, neurodiversity, and nervous system regulation. With a compassionate approach, I help clients reconnect and move forward with confidence.
Life’s challenges, whether chronic pain, anxiety, self-doubt, or feeling stuck, can feel overwhelming, but you don’t have to navigate them alone.
As an Integrative Counsellor and Trauma-Informed Coach, I blend traditional therapy with creative and somatic approaches to support deep healing. I specialize in trauma recovery, parent/carer trauma, chronic pain, neurodiversity, and nervous system regulation. With a compassionate approach, I help clients reconnect and move forward with confidence.
I also have an interest Long Term Health Conditions such as Chronic Pain and ME/CFS.
I use my skills developed through my training in CBT and EMDR and significant career to help individuals with problems such as OCD, PTSD, Depression, Social Anxiety or Health Anxiety. Often individuals are aware of the difficulties but are not sure where to start. Having motivation and an open curiousness about the process supports the gains individuals can make in therapy. With my extensive skills I assess to find out what the main problems are, taking the view that the individual is an expert in what they are experiencing. I work in a collaborative way to find a solution to reduce the impact of the symptoms on their life.
I also have an interest Long Term Health Conditions such as Chronic Pain and ME/CFS.
I use my skills developed through my training in CBT and EMDR and significant career to help individuals with problems such as OCD, PTSD, Depression, Social Anxiety or Health Anxiety. Often individuals are aware of the difficulties but are not sure where to start. Having motivation and an open curiousness about the process supports the gains individuals can make in therapy. With my extensive skills I assess to find out what the main problems are, taking the view that the individual is an expert in what they are experiencing. I work in a collaborative way to find a solution to reduce the impact of the symptoms on their life.
Are you living with chronic pain a long-term condition or medically unexplained symptoms?
Pain always has an emotional component; it’s never just the physical. I work with both, getting to the root of the problems. I have a wealth of science-backed treatment tools including Pain Reprocessing Therapy. This means we can navigate through your difficulties to find an approach that works for you. My sessions are online.
Are you living with chronic pain a long-term condition or medically unexplained symptoms?
Pain always has an emotional component; it’s never just the physical. I work with both, getting to the root of the problems. I have a wealth of science-backed treatment tools including Pain Reprocessing Therapy. This means we can navigate through your difficulties to find an approach that works for you. My sessions are online.
Dr Helen Pickering
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I also specialise in working with people with chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other health problems.
Trained in a range of psychological therapies, including CBT, CAT and trauma-focused cognitive therapy, I am able to tailor the therapy offered to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients.
I also specialise in working with people with chronic pain, chronic fatigue and other health problems.
Trained in a range of psychological therapies, including CBT, CAT and trauma-focused cognitive therapy, I am able to tailor the therapy offered to meet the specific needs and goals of my clients.
I also work with people who are living with a long-term health condition, such as chronic pain.
I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2012 and have extensive experience of working with males and females across the entire life span cycle (teenagers to older adults) treating a variety of mental health difficulties, ranging from common mental health problems (depression, anxiety disorders) to severe and enduring mental health difficulties (psychosis, personality disorders). I currently work as a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and run a private therapy practice out of my clinic in Warrington (Cheshire) where I provide a range of services to the public. Please contact me for an informal chat about your needs.
I also work with people who are living with a long-term health condition, such as chronic pain.
I qualified as a Clinical Psychologist in 2012 and have extensive experience of working with males and females across the entire life span cycle (teenagers to older adults) treating a variety of mental health difficulties, ranging from common mental health problems (depression, anxiety disorders) to severe and enduring mental health difficulties (psychosis, personality disorders). I currently work as a Chartered Consultant Clinical Psychologist and run a private therapy practice out of my clinic in Warrington (Cheshire) where I provide a range of services to the public. Please contact me for an informal chat about your needs.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness.
Personal therapy can be of help for a broad range of individual and/or social problems. Many people find it helpful when faced with difficult stages in their normal life cycle such as career changes, loss and bereavement or crisis points in relationships. Others look to therapy to help alleviate distress from the pressures of living everyday life situations.
With my brother diagnosed with paranoid schizophrenia nearly 30 years ago, I have personal experience of the family sacrifices and struggles related to the pain and stigma of mental illness.
Personal therapy can be of help for a broad range of individual and/or social problems. Many people find it helpful when faced with difficult stages in their normal life cycle such as career changes, loss and bereavement or crisis points in relationships. Others look to therapy to help alleviate distress from the pressures of living everyday life situations.
Having musculoskeletal injury and chronic pain can be tough, especially when it affects how you feel, how you feel about yourself, and stops you doing the things you love.
You know your pain best, but have questions and concerns. Together we; make sense of it, become clearer of its causes, and reduce your pain-related worries. This will give you confidence; in what to do to recover better, to move more/better; and to think in more helpful ways. I can also work with your medic, physio, etc.
Having musculoskeletal injury and chronic pain can be tough, especially when it affects how you feel, how you feel about yourself, and stops you doing the things you love.
You know your pain best, but have questions and concerns. Together we; make sense of it, become clearer of its causes, and reduce your pain-related worries. This will give you confidence; in what to do to recover better, to move more/better; and to think in more helpful ways. I can also work with your medic, physio, etc.
Whether you’re navigating chronic pain, trauma, or autoimmune conditions, or just need a space to reconnect with yourself, I can help.
I specialise in supporting therapists and helping professionals to reconnect with themselves, heal their nervous systems, and rediscover their resilience. My approach blends somatic techniques with traditional talk therapy to help you feel grounded and empowered. Together, we’ll create a space where you can heal, grow, and develop new self-care practices.
Whether you’re navigating chronic pain, trauma, or autoimmune conditions, or just need a space to reconnect with yourself, I can help.
I specialise in supporting therapists and helping professionals to reconnect with themselves, heal their nervous systems, and rediscover their resilience. My approach blends somatic techniques with traditional talk therapy to help you feel grounded and empowered. Together, we’ll create a space where you can heal, grow, and develop new self-care practices.
long covid, pain, fatigue, IBS, diabetes, obesity, tics/tourettes, neurological conditions, tinnitus, hyperacusis, misophonia) & supporting people undertaking elective & cosmetic surgery.
I offer 1:1 therapy & counselling, couples & family therapy, clinical supervision & coaching. My approach has developed through my clinical & research experience in several senior & leadership roles & advanced professional training. I strive to offer highly specialist clinical support within a warm, empathic, non-judgemental & compassionate safe space.
long covid, pain, fatigue, IBS, diabetes, obesity, tics/tourettes, neurological conditions, tinnitus, hyperacusis, misophonia) & supporting people undertaking elective & cosmetic surgery.
I offer 1:1 therapy & counselling, couples & family therapy, clinical supervision & coaching. My approach has developed through my clinical & research experience in several senior & leadership roles & advanced professional training. I strive to offer highly specialist clinical support within a warm, empathic, non-judgemental & compassionate safe space.
I'm Natalie & my passion & expertise is in supporting & empowering people to live more fully - managing the impact of low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, pain & burnout on their daily lives.
I support people to live a life of meaning and purpose for them, alongside health challenges & barriers to wellbeing – supporting readiness to make changes & building on strengths, personal strategies, skills, practices, knowledge & understanding to support lifestyle & behavioural change, confidence in self-management, improved mood & emotional wellbeing.
I'm Natalie & my passion & expertise is in supporting & empowering people to live more fully - managing the impact of low mood, anxiety, chronic stress, fatigue, pain & burnout on their daily lives.
I support people to live a life of meaning and purpose for them, alongside health challenges & barriers to wellbeing – supporting readiness to make changes & building on strengths, personal strategies, skills, practices, knowledge & understanding to support lifestyle & behavioural change, confidence in self-management, improved mood & emotional wellbeing.
I have vast experience in Personality Disorders (PD), Identity Disorders (DID), HIV and in working with Cancer and illness.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
I have vast experience in Personality Disorders (PD), Identity Disorders (DID), HIV and in working with Cancer and illness.
I am trained in a range of modalities including CBT, Mindfulness and Systemic Family Therapy. As an accredited Psychotherapist and Supervisor I work across the full spectrum of psychological disorders. I have particular interest in Trauma, OCD, Eating Disorders, High End Groups and Personality Disorders. I work with Autism, Learning Disabilities and Bereavement. I have a passion for working with suicidal people, survivors of suicide, families/friends of those whom live with the aftermath of suicide. I am an experienced couples and family therapist. I am skilled in multi agency working. I am experienced in working with prisoners.
Each individual is not an illness or label, rather a person with multiple contributing factors towards his or her distress.
I provide support and help to clients when they need it the most. I have worked with all ages of individuals, children and couples from 11yrs +. I have experience of supporting people with many issues and conditions, such as; anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal Ideation, self harm, divorce, seperation, bereavement, low self image, gender identity, domestic violence, anger issues, physical and sexual abuse. I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. In counselling I believe the clients needs above all must be heard and valued.
Each individual is not an illness or label, rather a person with multiple contributing factors towards his or her distress.
I provide support and help to clients when they need it the most. I have worked with all ages of individuals, children and couples from 11yrs +. I have experience of supporting people with many issues and conditions, such as; anxiety, depression, trauma, suicidal Ideation, self harm, divorce, seperation, bereavement, low self image, gender identity, domestic violence, anger issues, physical and sexual abuse. I am a qualified Person Centred Counsellor and Psychotherapist and a member of the British Association for Counselling and Psychotherapy. In counselling I believe the clients needs above all must be heard and valued.
I have worked across multiple NHS services including trauma, long-covid, rheumatology and chronic pain.
I specialise in EMDR for PTSD/ trauma and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help individuals with chronic conditions such as chronic pain and long covid. I can help you to adjust to your new normal and plan for a brighter future.
I have worked across multiple NHS services including trauma, long-covid, rheumatology and chronic pain.
I specialise in EMDR for PTSD/ trauma and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to help individuals with chronic conditions such as chronic pain and long covid. I can help you to adjust to your new normal and plan for a brighter future.
I offer therapy for a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress, and I specialise in recovery and rehabilitation following accidents, injury or illness.
I am an experienced and registered Counselling Psychologist in private practice offering a range of psychological therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and EMDR. Although I am based in Lancaster I work entirely remotely and offer online appointments to clients from anywhere in the UK.
I offer therapy for a range of difficulties including anxiety, depression and post-traumatic stress, and I specialise in recovery and rehabilitation following accidents, injury or illness.
I am an experienced and registered Counselling Psychologist in private practice offering a range of psychological therapies including Cognitive Behavioural Therapy and EMDR. Although I am based in Lancaster I work entirely remotely and offer online appointments to clients from anywhere in the UK.
Empathy and understanding in acknowledging the impact of your chronic illness on all aspects of your life.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and the challenges you've faced? Do you feel ready to make meaningful changes in your life? I understand how overwhelming life can be at times and how difficult it can be to navigate your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Whether you're dealing with bereavement, grief, loss, or grappling with issues around identity, you don't have to face these struggles alone. Anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, or suicidal thoughts can feel paralysing, but there is a way forward. With personal and professional expertise in these areas, I'm here to support you work through them, heal and change.
Empathy and understanding in acknowledging the impact of your chronic illness on all aspects of your life.
Are you seeking a deeper understanding of yourself and the challenges you've faced? Do you feel ready to make meaningful changes in your life? I understand how overwhelming life can be at times and how difficult it can be to navigate your thoughts, feelings, and emotions. Whether you're dealing with bereavement, grief, loss, or grappling with issues around identity, you don't have to face these struggles alone. Anxiety, depression, unresolved anger, or suicidal thoughts can feel paralysing, but there is a way forward. With personal and professional expertise in these areas, I'm here to support you work through them, heal and change.
Like so many, I have suffered a great deal of loss, pain and anxiety in my life.
I provide expert psychological asessment, diagnosis and therapy for a range of issues you may be struggling with including: Depression and other mood disorders, Anxiety, Stress, Self-Esteem, Attachment difficulties, Voice hearing, Bereavement, PTSD, Addiction, ADHD, Autism, Dementia, Chronic Pain, Brain Injury, Stroke and Cancer.
Like so many, I have suffered a great deal of loss, pain and anxiety in my life.
I provide expert psychological asessment, diagnosis and therapy for a range of issues you may be struggling with including: Depression and other mood disorders, Anxiety, Stress, Self-Esteem, Attachment difficulties, Voice hearing, Bereavement, PTSD, Addiction, ADHD, Autism, Dementia, Chronic Pain, Brain Injury, Stroke and Cancer.
We all experience difficult times in our lives, suffering anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship issues, grief, bereavement, physical illness, emotional/physical abuse, low mood, and low motivation, to name just a few of the reasons people come to therapy.
Online counselling can be beneficial for many clients, the ability to see their therapist online is much more flexible, less time consuming, and for many it fits in with day to day life much more readily. I do offer a free consultation to see if this is the right fit for you, so please get in touch if you have any questions you would like me to answer.
We all experience difficult times in our lives, suffering anxiety, depression, stress, anger, relationship issues, grief, bereavement, physical illness, emotional/physical abuse, low mood, and low motivation, to name just a few of the reasons people come to therapy.
Online counselling can be beneficial for many clients, the ability to see their therapist online is much more flexible, less time consuming, and for many it fits in with day to day life much more readily. I do offer a free consultation to see if this is the right fit for you, so please get in touch if you have any questions you would like me to answer.
I have a specialism in Bereavement and with clients bringing various issues: anxiety, depression, Suicidal thoughts, bereavement, stress, addictions,relationship issues including domestic violence, family issues, sexual/emotional/physical abuse, gender transitioning,bullying school/work, menopause, sexual difficulties, PTSD,chronic illness/ pain, divorce
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
I have a specialism in Bereavement and with clients bringing various issues: anxiety, depression, Suicidal thoughts, bereavement, stress, addictions,relationship issues including domestic violence, family issues, sexual/emotional/physical abuse, gender transitioning,bullying school/work, menopause, sexual difficulties, PTSD,chronic illness/ pain, divorce
Are you struggling with overwhelming emotions? I aim to provide a safe space, and my full presence to listen to you. I am a Person-Centred/Experiential Counsellor with a 1st Class BA (Hons) Degree in Counselling and Psychotherapy, working in an emotion-focused way. I am passionate about counselling. I offer a warm, empathic, non-judgemental space, which will hopefully enable you to share whatever you wish, to help to empower you to make positive change in your life. specialisms:Bereavement, Neurodiversity, Anxiety, Self-harm, Depression,Children in care/ safeguarding/Child Protection,victims of the Manchester terrorist attack.
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.