Chronic Pain Counselling in Keighley

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Lisa Kavanagh
Psychotherapist, MBACP Accred
Keighley BD20
I am an experienced accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, having worked for ten years in talking therapies. I offer both short and long-term therapy for clients from teens through to adults, either face to face, online or by telephone. I have worked in many different settings, including CRUSE (bereavement support), NHS (Extended Access & CAMHs), schools, colleges, charitable organisations and EAPs. For over five years I have worked therapeutically with victims of abuse, violence and other forms of serious crime. Supporting clients with issues including, self-esteem, low mood, anxiety, loss and relationships.
I am an experienced accredited counsellor and psychotherapist, having worked for ten years in talking therapies. I offer both short and long-term therapy for clients from teens through to adults, either face to face, online or by telephone. I have worked in many different settings, including CRUSE (bereavement support), NHS (Extended Access & CAMHs), schools, colleges, charitable organisations and EAPs. For over five years I have worked therapeutically with victims of abuse, violence and other forms of serious crime. Supporting clients with issues including, self-esteem, low mood, anxiety, loss and relationships.
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Rosalind Fairclough
Counsellor, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Hi, it’s really good to meet you. I want to start by saying thank you for taking this step—it’s not always easy, and I really appreciate you being here. I’m a person-centred counsellor, which means I believe you’re the expert on your own life. My role is to offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore whatever’s going on for you, at your own pace, in your own way. I work online and by telephone, so we can connect in the way that feels most comfortable and convenient for you. There’s no pressure here—just a chance for us to work together and see what you need.
Hi, it’s really good to meet you. I want to start by saying thank you for taking this step—it’s not always easy, and I really appreciate you being here. I’m a person-centred counsellor, which means I believe you’re the expert on your own life. My role is to offer a safe, supportive space where you can explore whatever’s going on for you, at your own pace, in your own way. I work online and by telephone, so we can connect in the way that feels most comfortable and convenient for you. There’s no pressure here—just a chance for us to work together and see what you need.
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Graham Morris
Counsellor, MBACP
Keighley BD21
Hi, I’m Graham. How are you? I’ve experienced that people’s routes to therapy can sometimes be many and varied, and that it can be quite a daunting step as well. So, I want to make it as easy as possible for you. I qualified to become a counsellor four years ago, and since then I have worked in private practice, in schools, and in universities. It has been wonderful to give people that opportunity to put themselves and their feelings first. I believe in helping people create their own habits and conditions in their lives that they continue to access throughout their lifetimes.
Hi, I’m Graham. How are you? I’ve experienced that people’s routes to therapy can sometimes be many and varied, and that it can be quite a daunting step as well. So, I want to make it as easy as possible for you. I qualified to become a counsellor four years ago, and since then I have worked in private practice, in schools, and in universities. It has been wonderful to give people that opportunity to put themselves and their feelings first. I believe in helping people create their own habits and conditions in their lives that they continue to access throughout their lifetimes.
01535 281669 View 01535 281669
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Kat Beatty
Psychotherapist, MA, HCPC-Art Therap.
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I specialise in helping people dealing with anxiety, stress or who are recovering from difficult life experiences to heal and move forwards in life. If you feel like therapy which offers more than simply talking would serve you, then I am glad you are here reading this. In addition to offering a safe and non-judgemental space for you to speak freely, I also offer tools which you can use to reflect and heal. Whether you would like to work through a specific trauma, fear, phobia, feeling or experience, or you would like to work slowly through many issues, I am here to help.
I specialise in helping people dealing with anxiety, stress or who are recovering from difficult life experiences to heal and move forwards in life. If you feel like therapy which offers more than simply talking would serve you, then I am glad you are here reading this. In addition to offering a safe and non-judgemental space for you to speak freely, I also offer tools which you can use to reflect and heal. Whether you would like to work through a specific trauma, fear, phobia, feeling or experience, or you would like to work slowly through many issues, I am here to help.
01422 557330 View 01422 557330

More Therapists Nearby

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Tatiana Hannam
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Rochdale OL11
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Counselling to individuals and couples presenting with a range of mental health issues, some of which are listed below.
I offer Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, EMDR and Counselling to individuals and couples presenting with a range of mental health issues, some of which are listed below.
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Kelly Reynolds
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
2 Endorsed
Online Only
Hello! I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and EMDR Therapist, based in West Yorkshire. I have a keen interest in physical health and ADHD. CBT helps us understand the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and how this can lead to challenges, even when we try our best. The goal of CBT is to work together to develop the skills and techniques necessary for you to become your own therapist and break free from unhelpful patterns. I utilize evidence-based techniques to help you work towards the goals that truly matter to you.
Hello! I am a BABCP accredited Cognitive Behavioural Therapist (CBT) and EMDR Therapist, based in West Yorkshire. I have a keen interest in physical health and ADHD. CBT helps us understand the connection between our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours, and how this can lead to challenges, even when we try our best. The goal of CBT is to work together to develop the skills and techniques necessary for you to become your own therapist and break free from unhelpful patterns. I utilize evidence-based techniques to help you work towards the goals that truly matter to you.
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Kaylea Mitchell-Simon
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Online Only
There is no one way of living, and we will all find ourselves faced with challenges along the way. Sometimes, the help of an outside source can enable us to view things in a different light or explore in more depth, which is where counselling can be beneficial. I am a Person-centred counsellor working in an integrative way, as I believe no two people are ever the same, so how can a counselling approach be? For that reason, my approach may differ depending on who I am working with and their individual needs. I love meeting people from all walks of life, and it is a true privilege to play a small role in their journey through life.
There is no one way of living, and we will all find ourselves faced with challenges along the way. Sometimes, the help of an outside source can enable us to view things in a different light or explore in more depth, which is where counselling can be beneficial. I am a Person-centred counsellor working in an integrative way, as I believe no two people are ever the same, so how can a counselling approach be? For that reason, my approach may differ depending on who I am working with and their individual needs. I love meeting people from all walks of life, and it is a true privilege to play a small role in their journey through life.
01244 727286 View 01244 727286
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Dr Andre Etchebarne
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
I specialise in supporting people through the unique psychological challenges of physical health issues, chronic pain, injury, or long-term illness,where the mental toll is often just as heavy as the physical one.
As a psychologist, I combine evidence-based practice with a warm, collaborative approach. Whether we are unpicking long-standing patterns or developing practical tools for immediate relief, my goal is to create a space where you feel truly heard and experience growth.
I specialise in supporting people through the unique psychological challenges of physical health issues, chronic pain, injury, or long-term illness,where the mental toll is often just as heavy as the physical one.
As a psychologist, I combine evidence-based practice with a warm, collaborative approach. Whether we are unpicking long-standing patterns or developing practical tools for immediate relief, my goal is to create a space where you feel truly heard and experience growth.
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Te Video Counselling. Caroline Smith.
Psychotherapist, MNCPS Acc.
Online Only
Specialise in working with late diagnosed/realised neurodivergent adults, chronic illness, chronic pain conditions and hormonal challenges, childhood trauma, burnout and shame.
As a neurodivergent therapist, I offer a unique tailored service to suit your individual needs. Offering person centred talk therapy, compassion focused therapy, expressive therapies, body based focusing and breathworks depending on what works for you. Offering compassion and curiosity to every session. Sliding scale based on personal finances. £35-£70.
Specialise in working with late diagnosed/realised neurodivergent adults, chronic illness, chronic pain conditions and hormonal challenges, childhood trauma, burnout and shame.
As a neurodivergent therapist, I offer a unique tailored service to suit your individual needs. Offering person centred talk therapy, compassion focused therapy, expressive therapies, body based focusing and breathworks depending on what works for you. Offering compassion and curiosity to every session. Sliding scale based on personal finances. £35-£70.
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Dr Caroline Marlow
Psychologist, PhD, AFBPSsS
Serves Area
If sport or exercise is important to you, having an injury or chronic pain can be tough - it can affect how you feel about yourself, your fitness and mental health, and your friendships.
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.
If sport or exercise is important to you, having an injury or chronic pain can be tough - it can affect how you feel about yourself, your fitness and mental health, and your friendships.
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.
01323 921071 View 01323 921071
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Dr Benjamin Helliwell
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
6 Endorsed
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, fatigue, or low self-esteem?
I have particular expertise in working with people who have experienced trauma or adversity, which can lead to emotional difficulties and challenges in relationships. I understand how isolating and confusing these experiences can feel, and I offer a supportive space where we can gently explore them together and create meaningful change.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, chronic pain, fatigue, or low self-esteem?
I have particular expertise in working with people who have experienced trauma or adversity, which can lead to emotional difficulties and challenges in relationships. I understand how isolating and confusing these experiences can feel, and I offer a supportive space where we can gently explore them together and create meaningful change.
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Chloe Harrison
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
I am a Psychological Therapist specialising in trauma-informed, nervous system-based therapy, integrating, EMDR, CBT and Polyvagal-Informed approaches to support deep healing and lasting change. I have over 19 years clinical experience in both the public and private sector. While trauma is a key area of expertise, I work with all common mental health concerns recognising that many symptoms are rooted in early experiences, stress, and trauma. I take a neurobiological approach to healing, integrating brain, body, and the soul, to help clients make sense of their nervous system responses.
I am a Psychological Therapist specialising in trauma-informed, nervous system-based therapy, integrating, EMDR, CBT and Polyvagal-Informed approaches to support deep healing and lasting change. I have over 19 years clinical experience in both the public and private sector. While trauma is a key area of expertise, I work with all common mental health concerns recognising that many symptoms are rooted in early experiences, stress, and trauma. I take a neurobiological approach to healing, integrating brain, body, and the soul, to help clients make sense of their nervous system responses.
0161 524 4134 View 0161 524 4134
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Dr Ana Wright
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Online Only
You may have lost a loved one, be adjusting to physical health changes, or living with chronic pain.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I draw from a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), systemic, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Together, we will find a way forward that aligns with your values and goals.
You may have lost a loved one, be adjusting to physical health changes, or living with chronic pain.
Therapy is not one-size-fits-all, and I draw from a range of approaches, including Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, Compassion-Focused Therapy (CFT), systemic, and Dialectical Behaviour Therapy (DBT). Together, we will find a way forward that aligns with your values and goals.
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Rachel Winwood
Counsellor, MBACP
Serves Area
Hi, I’m Rachel. Thank you for visiting my profile. I understand that seeking support can feel daunting, but I offer a warm, empathic and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, supported and safe. Together, we can explore the challenges that may be holding you back and find the right therapeutic approach for you. I have experience of fundraising and have appeared in Lancashire life after raising money for the Samaritans. I am also proud to have co-wrote an article on the Nigella Lawson story about controlling behaviour in the telegraph newspaper.
Hi, I’m Rachel. Thank you for visiting my profile. I understand that seeking support can feel daunting, but I offer a warm, empathic and non-judgemental space where you can feel heard, supported and safe. Together, we can explore the challenges that may be holding you back and find the right therapeutic approach for you. I have experience of fundraising and have appeared in Lancashire life after raising money for the Samaritans. I am also proud to have co-wrote an article on the Nigella Lawson story about controlling behaviour in the telegraph newspaper.
01942 946172 View 01942 946172
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Allan Clayton
Counsellor, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Leeds LS9
If you are on this page, it probably means you are a feeling a little stuck and could do with someone to trust, not judge you and listen to you. I can do that. What makes me different, I’ve been there. I’m not going to write paragraphs about me because this is about you. If you’d like to know more about me, please visit my site ww.allanclayton.co.uk “When I stand at the foot of a mountain, I can very rarely see the summit. I put one foot in front of the other and take a step at a time. Before I know it, I’ve conquered that mountain.”
If you are on this page, it probably means you are a feeling a little stuck and could do with someone to trust, not judge you and listen to you. I can do that. What makes me different, I’ve been there. I’m not going to write paragraphs about me because this is about you. If you’d like to know more about me, please visit my site ww.allanclayton.co.uk “When I stand at the foot of a mountain, I can very rarely see the summit. I put one foot in front of the other and take a step at a time. Before I know it, I’ve conquered that mountain.”
0113 519 0323 View 0113 519 0323
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Dr Anjulie Dhillon
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Health Psych.
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Hi, I'm Anjulie! I appreciate you coming here and taking the time to look at my profile. It is so important to me that the individual I am sat with, feels safe and comfortable and therefore I will do my absolute best to help you feel at ease. In order for us to work well together, a strong foundation of trust is so important. To begin with, we will spend some time getting to know each other and then together, we can think about what may help you move forward. My aim is to offer a warm, compassion, safe space for you to feel that you can talk to me.
Hi, I'm Anjulie! I appreciate you coming here and taking the time to look at my profile. It is so important to me that the individual I am sat with, feels safe and comfortable and therefore I will do my absolute best to help you feel at ease. In order for us to work well together, a strong foundation of trust is so important. To begin with, we will spend some time getting to know each other and then together, we can think about what may help you move forward. My aim is to offer a warm, compassion, safe space for you to feel that you can talk to me.
020 4538 6712 View 020 4538 6712
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Eve Sharpe
Counsellor, PNCPS Acc.
Online Only
I specialize in trauma recovery, parent/carer trauma, chronic pain and nervous system regulation.
You're ready to understand why you feel the way you do, why patterns repeat, why you struggle with confidence, boundaries, or burnout. You want to lead more fully in your life, your work, your parenting, but something keeps getting in the way. If you're tired of surviving and ready to feel more grounded, seen, and empowered, I’m here. Together, we’ll explore your past gently, make sense of what’s happening in your body, and support real change from the inside out.
I specialize in trauma recovery, parent/carer trauma, chronic pain and nervous system regulation.
You're ready to understand why you feel the way you do, why patterns repeat, why you struggle with confidence, boundaries, or burnout. You want to lead more fully in your life, your work, your parenting, but something keeps getting in the way. If you're tired of surviving and ready to feel more grounded, seen, and empowered, I’m here. Together, we’ll explore your past gently, make sense of what’s happening in your body, and support real change from the inside out.
01244 562121 View 01244 562121
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Dr Omar A. Kowlessar
Psychologist, PsychD, CPsychol
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
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.
01942 316263 View 01942 316263
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Amaanah Wellbeing
Counsellor, BACP
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Are you finding life challenging or hard to navigate? You don’t have to face it alone. I provide a safe, culturally sensitive, non-judgmental space where you can be truly heard and understood. As a Muslim counsellor, I bring a unique perspective and deep respect for diverse experiences. We’ll work through your challenges and develop healthier ways to cope and manage, building your confidence and resilience to help you move toward an empowered and fulfilling life!
Are you finding life challenging or hard to navigate? You don’t have to face it alone. I provide a safe, culturally sensitive, non-judgmental space where you can be truly heard and understood. As a Muslim counsellor, I bring a unique perspective and deep respect for diverse experiences. We’ll work through your challenges and develop healthier ways to cope and manage, building your confidence and resilience to help you move toward an empowered and fulfilling life!
01902 943091 View 01902 943091
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Tandrima Mazumdar
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Are you tired of feeling demotivated and frustrated? Is it difficult to focus on tasks or make decisions? Have you been feeling low and moody? Have you experienced abuse that has left you questioning your self worth? Having a safe space to share your thoughts with a compassionate and empathic therapist who respects your experience providing you the right environment will help you to overcome your difficulties. With the right approach and required sessions, you will start notice positive changes in yourself. You will understand your trauma, learn techniques to manage your mood and regain self worth to function as yourself again.
Are you tired of feeling demotivated and frustrated? Is it difficult to focus on tasks or make decisions? Have you been feeling low and moody? Have you experienced abuse that has left you questioning your self worth? Having a safe space to share your thoughts with a compassionate and empathic therapist who respects your experience providing you the right environment will help you to overcome your difficulties. With the right approach and required sessions, you will start notice positive changes in yourself. You will understand your trauma, learn techniques to manage your mood and regain self worth to function as yourself again.
01204 961481 View 01204 961481
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.