Chronic Pain Counselling in Johnstone
Michelle Dickie Mbacp
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Johnstone PA10
Hi my name is michelle and I am aware Choosing to start therapy can often feel daunting and terrifying. I understand this journey, both from a personal and from a theoretical perspective. So, I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there, even know you may have feelings of apprehension.
Hi my name is michelle and I am aware Choosing to start therapy can often feel daunting and terrifying. I understand this journey, both from a personal and from a theoretical perspective. So, I just want to say thank you for putting yourself out there, even know you may have feelings of apprehension.
Cindy Knapton CBT
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Johnstone PA5 (Online Only)
Sometimes life is overwhelming and we don't have all the answers. Stressful events can cause negative thoughts and anxiety which keep you on edge and impact sleep. To cope, you may try really hard to fix things, please others, or avoid activities and settings you previously enjoyed, as it all seems too much. This keeps us stuck in a vicious cycle, which is just exhausting. The good news is that CBT can help. By understanding your experience, you can learn achievable coping strategies that work for you. This means you can feel more in control, manage difficult emotions and get back to being you.
Sometimes life is overwhelming and we don't have all the answers. Stressful events can cause negative thoughts and anxiety which keep you on edge and impact sleep. To cope, you may try really hard to fix things, please others, or avoid activities and settings you previously enjoyed, as it all seems too much. This keeps us stuck in a vicious cycle, which is just exhausting. The good news is that CBT can help. By understanding your experience, you can learn achievable coping strategies that work for you. This means you can feel more in control, manage difficult emotions and get back to being you.
Dr Emma Darroch
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Johnstone PA10
No matter what you are going through, I am here to listen and to help. Life can be truly difficult at times and I am passionate about empowering people to work through its challenges. Whether you feel that you need a supportive space to talk, want to learn coping strategies for your difficulties and life's challenges so that you are not held back in achieving what you want from life, or are looking to work through traumatic experiences, my aim is to help you find a way forward that best suits you. I have broad experience working with diverse mental health concerns & across various settings Testimonials: www.mindsetmattersuk.com
No matter what you are going through, I am here to listen and to help. Life can be truly difficult at times and I am passionate about empowering people to work through its challenges. Whether you feel that you need a supportive space to talk, want to learn coping strategies for your difficulties and life's challenges so that you are not held back in achieving what you want from life, or are looking to work through traumatic experiences, my aim is to help you find a way forward that best suits you. I have broad experience working with diverse mental health concerns & across various settings Testimonials: www.mindsetmattersuk.com
Derek Milroy
Psychotherapist, MA, MBABCP
Verified Verified
Johnstone PA10
It's tough opening up to someone but we, via the therapeutical alliance, can create a safe space of trust where there is confidentiality, no judgment and that the client feels comfortable sharing. Here are some testimonials from previous clients for you to ponder: Social anxiety- My gran nearly fainted when she saw me ask someone who works in a shop a question, something I've never done in my life before. Grief- My therapist has helped me as I was feeling lonely and it cheered me and made me realise that I do have a future by myself with friends and family to support me. Low self esteem- I've realised I'm stronger than I thought.
It's tough opening up to someone but we, via the therapeutical alliance, can create a safe space of trust where there is confidentiality, no judgment and that the client feels comfortable sharing. Here are some testimonials from previous clients for you to ponder: Social anxiety- My gran nearly fainted when she saw me ask someone who works in a shop a question, something I've never done in my life before. Grief- My therapist has helped me as I was feeling lonely and it cheered me and made me realise that I do have a future by myself with friends and family to support me. Low self esteem- I've realised I'm stronger than I thought.
More Therapists Nearby
Dr Jonell Smith
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, CPsychol
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G3
Jonell has a special interest and extensive experience in supporting individuals who experience chronic pain, chronic health difficulties and trauma.
Dr Jonell Smith is an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist and a BPS RAPPS registered clinical supervisor. Jonell works in a collaborative, flexible, client-centred and integrative way and tailors her therapeutic approach to suit individual needs, goals and preferences. Jonell offers a warm and welcoming approach where you will work together at a pace that works well for you. Jonell will support you to explore, to learn skills, to manage and to hopefully overcome your difficulties. Please note, the office operates online and by appointment only. Dr Jonell Smith does not provide out of hours or crisis support services.
Jonell has a special interest and extensive experience in supporting individuals who experience chronic pain, chronic health difficulties and trauma.
Dr Jonell Smith is an experienced Chartered Counselling Psychologist and a BPS RAPPS registered clinical supervisor. Jonell works in a collaborative, flexible, client-centred and integrative way and tailors her therapeutic approach to suit individual needs, goals and preferences. Jonell offers a warm and welcoming approach where you will work together at a pace that works well for you. Jonell will support you to explore, to learn skills, to manage and to hopefully overcome your difficulties. Please note, the office operates online and by appointment only. Dr Jonell Smith does not provide out of hours or crisis support services.
Sharon Joyce
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G77
To work through the emotional pain whether through twelve step recovery or talking based therapy and reflection I am able to offer the space to do this.
As a practitioner with over 25 years experience I use the latest evidence-informed therapies gaining additional qualifications at Strathclyde University in 2022 now achieving status as counsellor and person-centred psychotherapist fully registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of BACP, COSCA and SSSC. I adhere to their policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
To work through the emotional pain whether through twelve step recovery or talking based therapy and reflection I am able to offer the space to do this.
As a practitioner with over 25 years experience I use the latest evidence-informed therapies gaining additional qualifications at Strathclyde University in 2022 now achieving status as counsellor and person-centred psychotherapist fully registered with BACP in addition to my fully qualified registration SSSC since my qualification in 1997. I am a registered member of BACP, COSCA and SSSC. I adhere to their policies and procedures and comply with the ethical framework for practice. This includes ongoing professional development, supervision and complainFees available on request. Supervision, BACP and SSSC regulations applied.
Elle Gilbertson
Psychotherapist, MSc, HCPC-Art Therap.
Verified Verified
Thornliebank G46 (Online Only)
I've seen first hand how supportive Art Psychotherapy can be. Dealing with all that life can throw at us can leave us feeling helpless, anxious, low and stuck. I work with individuals from all walks of life and different stages, experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss to support them in feeling better emotionally. Art Psychotherapy helps engage the brain and body a little differently through creativity, art and image making, in addition to talking. Together, we can create a healing therapeutic environment where stories can be shared, emotions processed, and holistic wellbeing fostered.
I've seen first hand how supportive Art Psychotherapy can be. Dealing with all that life can throw at us can leave us feeling helpless, anxious, low and stuck. I work with individuals from all walks of life and different stages, experiencing difficulties such as anxiety, chronic illness, grief and loss to support them in feeling better emotionally. Art Psychotherapy helps engage the brain and body a little differently through creativity, art and image making, in addition to talking. Together, we can create a healing therapeutic environment where stories can be shared, emotions processed, and holistic wellbeing fostered.
Deborah Lennox
Verified Verified
Glasgow G12
I work with individuals and offer empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, and tailored, face-to-face & online sessions to help people overcome a range of mental & physical health challenges including Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, Chronic Pain, issues relating to Low Self Esteem, Body Image concerns and more.
Hi, I'm Debbie, a qualified CBT therapist based in Glasgow. Life presents many challenges and difficult situations, and sometimes we need support to help us overcome what's negatively impacting on our lives. The first step to getting support can be the hardest one to take, but can often be the most important one, in helping identify, challenge and overcome those negative thoughts, or challenges and create a happier future. Finding the right therapist to connect and build a trusting relationship with is so important, to allow you to be yourself and get what you need from your therapy sessions.
I work with individuals and offer empathetic, compassionate, non-judgmental, and tailored, face-to-face & online sessions to help people overcome a range of mental & physical health challenges including Anxiety, Depression, Stress, Trauma, Chronic Pain, issues relating to Low Self Esteem, Body Image concerns and more.
Hi, I'm Debbie, a qualified CBT therapist based in Glasgow. Life presents many challenges and difficult situations, and sometimes we need support to help us overcome what's negatively impacting on our lives. The first step to getting support can be the hardest one to take, but can often be the most important one, in helping identify, challenge and overcome those negative thoughts, or challenges and create a happier future. Finding the right therapist to connect and build a trusting relationship with is so important, to allow you to be yourself and get what you need from your therapy sessions.
Kathryn Smith
Psychologist, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G61
We all experience emotional pain; as an infant, a child, a teenager, a parent and an adult. Whether it’s in response to life events (e.g. loss, trauma, moves), transitions (e.g. to adolescents, as a parent, retirement), adjustment to ill health (e.g. cancer, chronic illness, injury) or life in general (e.g. long term low mood or anxiety). Accepting that we need help and support can be hard and daunting. Getting the right help is important and can teach you how to live a fulfilling life.
We all experience emotional pain; as an infant, a child, a teenager, a parent and an adult. Whether it’s in response to life events (e.g. loss, trauma, moves), transitions (e.g. to adolescents, as a parent, retirement), adjustment to ill health (e.g. cancer, chronic illness, injury) or life in general (e.g. long term low mood or anxiety). Accepting that we need help and support can be hard and daunting. Getting the right help is important and can teach you how to live a fulfilling life.
Geraldine Mynors
Psychotherapist, MBABCP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G3
Waitlist for new clients
Alongside my private work, I run the counselling team at Revive MS Support in Govan so I'm very aware of the impact of pain and disability on mental health.
Are you struggling with with anxiety, depression, uncertainty about which way to turn, and even despair? Perhaps you find yourself stuck in the same life patterns over and over and wonder where these come from. Maybe you feel your life is at a crossroads and you need a helping hand to make sense of your options. Are you looking for a therapist who has lots of different approaches and tools in her toolbox and a lot of life experience, and who will really listen to you and work with you to help you improve your experience of life?
Alongside my private work, I run the counselling team at Revive MS Support in Govan so I'm very aware of the impact of pain and disability on mental health.
Are you struggling with with anxiety, depression, uncertainty about which way to turn, and even despair? Perhaps you find yourself stuck in the same life patterns over and over and wonder where these come from. Maybe you feel your life is at a crossroads and you need a helping hand to make sense of your options. Are you looking for a therapist who has lots of different approaches and tools in her toolbox and a lot of life experience, and who will really listen to you and work with you to help you improve your experience of life?
Naomi Aoife Bowers
Psychotherapist, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Glasgow G46
Changes to our bodies, whether illness or an expected change like menopause, can be tough to deal with.
If you've been dealing with concerns about your physical health, it might be impacting your mental health, too. Worries about being or becoming unwell can be overwhelming, take over your mind and your time, and stop you from living life the way you want. You might be feeling anxious about the future, or stuck in your current circumstances, and spending lots of time monitoring your symptoms or looking for reassurance. If you want to feel more in control of your anxiety, therapy can help you address the thoughts you're having, change the behaviour that might be keeping the anxiety going, and cope with your emotions around your health.
Changes to our bodies, whether illness or an expected change like menopause, can be tough to deal with.
If you've been dealing with concerns about your physical health, it might be impacting your mental health, too. Worries about being or becoming unwell can be overwhelming, take over your mind and your time, and stop you from living life the way you want. You might be feeling anxious about the future, or stuck in your current circumstances, and spending lots of time monitoring your symptoms or looking for reassurance. If you want to feel more in control of your anxiety, therapy can help you address the thoughts you're having, change the behaviour that might be keeping the anxiety going, and cope with your emotions around your health.
Dr Cheryl Venart - Neurodivergent Specialist
Psychologist, HCPC - Health Psych.
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bearsden G61 (Online Only)
I am also particularly passionate about working in the areas of health management, pain, supporting young people, women's health and LGBT+ individuals.
Looking to grow or develop? Perhaps you have autism and/or ADHD and are needing some support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients, life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and moving into acceptance of self. I work with adults of all ages, and young people. I work with clients who may wish for positive coaching, support with sleep, a wide range of health conditions or are perhaps caring for someone.
I am also particularly passionate about working in the areas of health management, pain, supporting young people, women's health and LGBT+ individuals.
Looking to grow or develop? Perhaps you have autism and/or ADHD and are needing some support? As a Health Psychologist, I work holistically to consider your mental and physical health. Having lived experience of being a neurodivergent Psychologist, I am also uniquely skilled in supporting neurodivergent clients, life coaching (ADHD, sensory challenges and advocacy), self-esteem and moving into acceptance of self. I work with adults of all ages, and young people. I work with clients who may wish for positive coaching, support with sleep, a wide range of health conditions or are perhaps caring for someone.
Yvonne McNeill
Psychologist, PsychD, HCPC - Clin. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G52
At Yorkhill Childrens’ Hospital, Cross House Paediatic Unit and Glasgow Royal Infirmary, I helped children and adults manage illness, pain and invasive treatments. In Maternity & Neonatal Services, I supported couples during pregnancy, after traumatic birth and loss and supported families with babies in SCBU and ICU. I've worked in Adult Services, both in community mental health services and alongside the medical profession in hospitals. I worked for more than six years at the Canniesburn Plastic Surgery and Burns unit supporting individuals with poor body image, changes in functioning due to illness or injury and PTSD.
At Yorkhill Childrens’ Hospital, Cross House Paediatic Unit and Glasgow Royal Infirmary, I helped children and adults manage illness, pain and invasive treatments. In Maternity & Neonatal Services, I supported couples during pregnancy, after traumatic birth and loss and supported families with babies in SCBU and ICU. I've worked in Adult Services, both in community mental health services and alongside the medical profession in hospitals. I worked for more than six years at the Canniesburn Plastic Surgery and Burns unit supporting individuals with poor body image, changes in functioning due to illness or injury and PTSD.
GMQ Counselling
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Paisley PA1
Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling to fit around your availability. Individual counselling sessions: Standard fee for the first session is £25 then £55 per hour thereafter (concessionary rates negotiable). I also offer a free initial telephone consultation which lasts around 15 minutes to find out more about you and to assess what is best for you and your availability.
Face to Face, Online and Telephone Counselling to fit around your availability. Individual counselling sessions: Standard fee for the first session is £25 then £55 per hour thereafter (concessionary rates negotiable). I also offer a free initial telephone consultation which lasts around 15 minutes to find out more about you and to assess what is best for you and your availability.
Helen Sanders
Counsellor, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G14 (Online Only)
My ideal client would be someone wanting to gain self-awareness and insight into themselves. A person who is ready to seek a space for exploration and wants to use it to find out who they are, not what society and other people are telling them they should be, but their authentic voice. The client would want to find greater freedom by exploring the life journey they have been on and what this has meant to them. It's not for me to tell the client what their goals are but for me to provide them with a therapeutic space so they can find out for themselves.
My ideal client would be someone wanting to gain self-awareness and insight into themselves. A person who is ready to seek a space for exploration and wants to use it to find out who they are, not what society and other people are telling them they should be, but their authentic voice. The client would want to find greater freedom by exploring the life journey they have been on and what this has meant to them. It's not for me to tell the client what their goals are but for me to provide them with a therapeutic space so they can find out for themselves.
Aye Psychology
Psychologist, DCounsPsych, HCPC - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Glasgow G46 (Online Only)
Throughout life we are presented with uncertainties and difficulties, some can be overwhelming and take a toll over our mental wellbeing, physical health and come in the way of being able to lead the meaningful lives we wish to have. If you are struggling with repeated unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, wish to explore means of taking care of your mental health and build an understanding of how challenges have impacted on you, accessing psychological therapy could help you to make meaningful change and/ or build acceptance in your life. Aye Psychology is committed to supporting you and I look forward to hearing from you.
Throughout life we are presented with uncertainties and difficulties, some can be overwhelming and take a toll over our mental wellbeing, physical health and come in the way of being able to lead the meaningful lives we wish to have. If you are struggling with repeated unhelpful patterns of thinking and behaving, wish to explore means of taking care of your mental health and build an understanding of how challenges have impacted on you, accessing psychological therapy could help you to make meaningful change and/ or build acceptance in your life. Aye Psychology is committed to supporting you and I look forward to hearing from you.
All Seasons Therapy
Psychotherapist, MBACP
Verified Verified
Glasgow G61
Having gone through some of my own personal struggles, I know how important it is to have someone listen. To be able to vocalise your thoughts without any fear of judgment. Sometimes it can feel like the end of the road with no-where else to turn. It can feel like there is no hope left. Negative thoughts seem to go round and round in your head. This is the time to reach out and let someone help you. I aim to provide a safe and confidential space to work through issues and will use other evidenced based therapeutic approaches to suit individual needs, such as compassion focused therapy and mindfulness.
Having gone through some of my own personal struggles, I know how important it is to have someone listen. To be able to vocalise your thoughts without any fear of judgment. Sometimes it can feel like the end of the road with no-where else to turn. It can feel like there is no hope left. Negative thoughts seem to go round and round in your head. This is the time to reach out and let someone help you. I aim to provide a safe and confidential space to work through issues and will use other evidenced based therapeutic approaches to suit individual needs, such as compassion focused therapy and mindfulness.
Graeme Dunn Therapy
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newton Mearns G77
The idea of my approach is an integrative one: I've studied, and I'm qualified to deliver, a mixed modality of therapies to address client issues. From psychodynamic active listening and using a safe space to get things out in the open, or perhaps using CBT techniques to address something specific, either way - I'm equipped to help guide you through what it is that is troubling you, or holding you back, from moving forward.
The idea of my approach is an integrative one: I've studied, and I'm qualified to deliver, a mixed modality of therapies to address client issues. From psychodynamic active listening and using a safe space to get things out in the open, or perhaps using CBT techniques to address something specific, either way - I'm equipped to help guide you through what it is that is troubling you, or holding you back, from moving forward.
Johnnie Taylor BA(Hons) RMN PgDipCouns MSc
Counsellor, MSc, MBACP
Verified Verified
Paisley PA1 (Online Only)
Are you living with the symptoms of emotional ‘trauma’, distressing memories and emotional triggers? Is this making life, work and relationships more difficult? Perhaps you experience flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, panic, phobias, anger? We can use Internal Family Systems' therapy with EMDR therapy to compassionately engage with your self. We can befriend your troubled 'parts' and unburden them of their jobs. I use a somatic trauma-informed approach to your therapy, i have worked as a clinical specialist in the NHS and have a great deal of experience, particularly with relationship difficulties, obsessions, and complex cases.
Are you living with the symptoms of emotional ‘trauma’, distressing memories and emotional triggers? Is this making life, work and relationships more difficult? Perhaps you experience flashbacks, intrusive thoughts, panic, phobias, anger? We can use Internal Family Systems' therapy with EMDR therapy to compassionately engage with your self. We can befriend your troubled 'parts' and unburden them of their jobs. I use a somatic trauma-informed approach to your therapy, i have worked as a clinical specialist in the NHS and have a great deal of experience, particularly with relationship difficulties, obsessions, and complex cases.
Carla Canepa
Psychologist, MSc, GMBPsS
Verified Verified
Renfrew PA4 (Online Only)
People face several situations and problems throughout their lives that they cannot always solve without professional help. The first step is to recognise that we cannot face alone these issues that affects and alters our daily lives. If you are feeling anxious, sad, tired or depressed, you are suffering a loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy, you cannot control everyday situations or emotions, if you have trouble sleeping or sleep a lot or even if you are experiencing lack of appetite or overeat, get in touch.
People face several situations and problems throughout their lives that they cannot always solve without professional help. The first step is to recognise that we cannot face alone these issues that affects and alters our daily lives. If you are feeling anxious, sad, tired or depressed, you are suffering a loss of interest in activities you used to enjoy, you cannot control everyday situations or emotions, if you have trouble sleeping or sleep a lot or even if you are experiencing lack of appetite or overeat, get in touch.
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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.