Expressive writing for folks with chronic pain. No writing experience required! Our focus is on personal process, self-discovery, and healing - not craft. This is a guided 6-week personal development workshop (not a psychotherapy group) that uses evidence-based practices and creative processes to enhance wellbeing for folks with chronic pain/ illness. Please visit inktoinsight.com and choose "Upcoming Events", Pain Meets Pen: Quieting Chronic Pain with Therapeutic Writing™ to learn more. Contact Elisa@inktoinsight.com with the subject " Pain Meets Pen" for a screening intake (required prior to registration). Next group begins September 25, 2024.
Hosted by Elisa Joy Friedlander
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
I also bring lived experience and unique clinical expertise to folks with chronic pain, illness, and disability.
Chronic Pain & Illness - and other Therapeutic Writing & Journaling group openings. Please link to website for details. No availability for individual clients at this time. You might notice a discrepancy between the life you are living, and the life/aspects of life you desire. I'm here to help you bridge that gap by creatively guiding you to give voice to various parts of yourself (including parts that are hidden or less acknowledged) as you gain valuable insights and new narratives that enable you to engage in your life and relationships with more skill, authenticity, and ease.
This group focuses on clients with chronic pain and illness between the ages of 18-50, due to the unique challenges this population faces when living with pain and illness. This group will support you in building a new relationship with your pain, body, communicate boundaries, and sustain wellness. We will promote safety and connection as you discover new avenues toward pleasure and wellness when living with chronic pain and illness, learn and share strategies for combating ableism, process disenfranchised grief, and explore identity within an affirming community space. TO SIGN UP: please complete the inquiry form on my website.
Hosted by Eden Baron-Williams
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97205
You came here because you have a desire to deepen your relationship with yourself and others, you feel stuck in patterns you hope to change, are processing trauma, or are looking to reclaim lost parts of yourself. You have come to the right place. Working with adults with childhood trauma/complex trauma, couples/relational systems, chronic pain/ illness, and queer/trans/non-binary individuals and relationships, I create spaces for care and collaboration. I hope to assist you in building a bridge to yourself that unlocks your inner wisdom and weaves together the vast embroidery of stories, sensations, and emotions in your life.
ACT for T2D (type 2 diabetes): This group provides an evidenced based strategy that helps people better cope with the mental and emotional challenges of managing type 2 diabetes. Participants in similar groups have been shown to improve both their quality of life and hemoglobin A1C! It's free to Oregon participants due to a generous grant so please call today if interested! If the time listed below does not work for you, please call about additional timing options.
Hosted by Chelsea M Raines
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPH
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97501
I specialize in EMDR (integrated with other relevant modalities) for clients with one or more common challenges including anxiety, depression, grief, significant stress, PTSD, chronic pain or health issues, and/or complex trauma to get relief as quickly as possible so they can move forward in their life. I aim to get you feeling better and living your best life sooner than later. I look forward to meeting you and seeing if we are a good fit to work together. Pricing is sliding scale so call today!
Do you have a health concern and believe your physical health would improve with more support? There is something about a shared experience that brings people together. Join 8 others to explore the 8 domains of whole health and how each one has an impact on our overall health. Motiv8 Whole Health Program is an 8 week experience with one group and one individual session each week, containing some safe movement and group support!! This expense can be turned into your insurance for reimbursement. Our group will have health goals that we explore together with the power of human connection.
Hosted by Jennifer Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC II, CPT, RYT
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bend, OR 97702
Reflecting on our life patterns takes courage and I'm here to say you're worth it ! Allowing ourselves to receive support isn't something many of us were taught. I have been working in the therapeutic field for 32 years. I love collaborating with my client's natural and courageous ability to create healing within themselves and their relationships. I can help you break dysfunctional ways of interacting with yourself and your relationships. We all deserve to discover connection, understanding, true intimacy and enjoyment in our lives.
Are you recovering from an injury or surgery? Physical recovery is a journey that often takes a toll on emotional wellbeing. Neuroscience shows that physical recovery and emotional healing are linked! It's deeper than mind over matter. Emotional resilience matters! This group supports individuals in building connection, support, and resilience to navigate the recovery process. Focus: the whole person, building new coping skills, and promoting positive mental health to support the emotional and physical healing process. Mind-body approach to build self-compassion and trust in the rehabilitation process to promote physical and emotional recovery. www.innerflowcounseling.com/blog/
Hosted by Inner Flow Counseling LLC, Dacarie Robertson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
Self-pay practice: I do not accept any insurance. Virtual, Sports-Based, Walk & Talk Therapy aimed at getting you out of your head and back into your life. Have you ever felt, "No matter how much I try, I keep repeating old patterns?" There's a big difference between cognitively "Knowing" and subconsciously "Doing." Adversity is a part of the human experience. I work from the understanding that the body remembers and is trying to protect. This leads to automatic and protective stress responses. Deeper healing involves processing and releasing stressors within the whole self, learning to trust oneself, and calming the nervous system.
MIndfulness using CBT for Chronic Pain. Pain Gate theory. This is a group to help you supplement whatever pain control techniques you are using now, be that medication, acupuncture, hypnosis, etc.
Hosted by Terri Dickens
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADCII
Verified Verified
Group meets in Bend, OR 97702
Relational Therapist. Oregon only. Terri (she, her, hers)
Free form movement outdoors with community to a soundtrack
Hosted by Mike Meyer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC I, SJS, QMHP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Eugene, OR 97404
Personal counseling, relationship counseling, families, addictions. Compassionate, experienced, welcoming. Versatile assistance with best practices and community referrals. In person,in nature, or telehealth. 20+ yrs experience, evidence-based and proven outcomes. Assists relationships, boundaries, trauma, loss, community, isolation, stress, addictions, depression, anger, anxiety, life transitions, . LGBTQIA+ affirming, experience/care, social justice cert. Groups. workshops. Specialties incl. addictions, relationship, wellness, PTSD, DBT, EFT, IFS, trauma/EMDR, socialization, community reconnection. turningtidescounseling.org
8-week mindfulness-based stress reduction group teaching mindfulness meditation. Assists in teaching people to better take care of themselves and to encourage an active response to chronic illness, pain, anxiety, depression, and other stressors in your life. CDs and practice guide are provided. Participants learn to achieve deep states of relaxation and gain an awareness of the connection between emotional distress and physical tension/ pain. New attitudes towward change and coping with difficult transitions are explored and taught. Maximum number of participants is 10. Program is modeled after the Stress Reduction clinic at U.Mass M.C. Check out the website at Insightstressreduction.com
I work with a variety of adult clients. Most people who consult me are confronting anxiety,depression, substance abuse, stress related disorders, and marital problems. In assessing the type of problems, people present, I look at lifestyle, current coping mechanisms, how we think and perceive our problem, our personal histories and what strategies specifically people have used to address their concerns. The use of mindfulness, learning to be more present in the moment allows for reduced reactivity, new ways of coping, problem solving, and relating to others in ones environment. It can lead to healing and transformation.
Starting January 25th, 2023! Wednesday evenings 6:00. The primary intention for this group is providing a calm space to gather and practice mindfulness meditation.
You are invited to join this journey to create a happier and healthier life. We practice being in community. We give and receive support in community. We develop awareness of ourselves and expand our awareness of others with growing kindness, compassion, and trust. INSURANCE ACCEPTED. Please contact me for more information
Hosted by Elizabeth Ann Van Driel
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Medford, OR 97504
Maybe you are on the verge of something…big, scary, exhilarating, distressing. Are you looking for some support to take a leap of faith? Has life brought you to a crossroads you are unsure how to navigate? My passion is helping adults facing challenges during life transitions such as employment change, relocation, divorce, empty nest, health. I can work with you to transform challenges into exciting discoveries of self. I like to refer to this as resilience. Resilience is not a trait that people either have or do not have. Anyone can develop and nurture resilience. Resilience is not magic; it is a state of being.
STARTS MONDAY 1/23/22. Goals for group: Processing the difficulties and joys of navigating disabilities and chronic pain/chronic illness in intimate relationships Create dialogue and provide information about expanding one’s idea of what intimacy and sexuality can look like (example: ways to be intimate on flare-up days OR ways to communicate to your partner(s) on days that you want to be close, but touch is painful). 3. Process collaboratively about the impact of ableism on our daily lives and relationships. Registration here: www.connectivetherapycollective.com/ group-therapy
Hosted by Connective Therapy Collective
Treatment Center
Not Verified Not Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97215
A Place To Be Human: Individual, relationship, and sex therapists specializing in supporting complex trauma survivors, those in non-monogamous or kinky relationships, sex workers, and folks of any flavor. Jump over to our website so we can get you connected: www.connectivetherapycollective.com/
Art of Living is a workshop focused on skill-building and intention setting. Each week, new Mindfulness concepts and strategies are introduced to help us learn more effective ways to manage stress, anxiety, mood and self care. Information and tools build over the course of the workshop that when applied between sessions, will increase peace, confidence and connection in your life. Weekly check ins and accountability keep us moving forward! 6 virtual group sessions. Interested? Offered 2x/year. Reach out TODAY to schedule an info call for upcoming workshops. Space is limited.
Hosted by Brooke Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Hillsboro, OR 97123
NOW booking information calls for CBT 101 workshop starting July 25th! Are you feeling stuck? Anxiety, stress and previous trauma can negatively impact our mood, relationships, focus, sleep and even our self esteem. I can help you identify what is holding you back and share coping strategies so that you can enjoy life again. My therapeutic style is empathic, empowering and direct. I am also a Certified Professional Coach, so I will give you a nudge and hold you accountable when you need it! A Christian perspective is available for those who are seeking a spiritual approach to personal growth.
The EMDR Integrative Group Treatment Protocol provides individual EMDR therapy in a group setting, ensuring that many individuals can be treated simultaneously. Small or large groups can be made up of patients who have been through the same type of trauma (e.g. sexual abuse, severe interpersonal violence), experience (e.g. disaster, refugees, shooting, terrorist attacks), or diverse trauma histories with unifying circumstance (e.g. severe or chronic illness, domestic violence) in common. The effectiveness of this protocol has been documented around the world for large and small groups. For more information about these groups: https://emdrearlyintervention.com/
Hosted by Bridges to Well-Being, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Ashland, OR 97520
Bridges to Well-Being is a group behavioral health practice serving children, adults, couples, and families. We offer in person and virtual behavioral health. Bridges to Well-Being is dedicated to serving community members throughout Oregon with a physical location in Medford. We care for people in a holistic manner; taking into consideration your cultural and spiritual beliefs, your financial and resource needs and what is most meaningful for you at this time in your life. Our clinical team consists of a diverse group of licensed behavioral health clinicians who offer client centered care to encourage outcome change.
Yoga/Energy Enhancement/Uplifting Yoga provides a way to center yourself, build peace and relaxation into a busy life, and nurture one’s body. Kristin’s yoga sessions combine a focus on physical wellness with supportive techniques that are sure to leave you energized and revitalized. Her guided meditations will help you connect with nature’s healing energy. These sessions greatly improve your self-awareness, energy flow and overall state of wellness.
Hosted by MindTree Holistic Counseling & Wellness Center LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97221
At MindTree we treat the person as a whole, by integrating the healing of mind and Body. Our team of holistic practitioners provide a collaborative health care model and create a personalized Holistic Wellness plan for adults, younger children, teens, elderly adults, couples and families. We believe in the philosophy that mind and body do not operate separately, rather interdependently. All of the Holistic Counseling techniques that MindTree offers are evidence-based, peer reviewed, and represent current best practices in the field.
Our group is open to MS patients and to their families. We meet once monthly for 60 minutes online. Our focus is on sharing our feelings, challenges, losses and unexpected rewards, resulting from dealing with this chronic illness in our everyday lives. There is no charge.
Hosted by Sylvia Adkins Randall
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Group meets in West Linn, OR 97068
My specialties are individual, couples therapy and trauma work. With couples, I work to improve communication, to deepen empathy and mutual understanding, and to resolve conflict. My perspective is that all long term relationships are challenging at times and that the rewards of listening to and of understanding one another are very much worth the, at times, considerable effort involved.
This group offers a safe space for individuals to release tension, stress, and trauma stored in the body through gentle exercises. TRE is a natural and effective way to promote relaxation, resilience, and well-being. No prior experience necessary.
Hosted by Kyla Cadieux, LCSW Portland Cognitive Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97203
I believe therapy should be a collaborative and creative process that evokes thoughtful reflection and brings out the resilience in you. Resilience is accepting a new reality, even if not ideal. It is my belief that no matter what life hands you, internal resiliency is your birth right and can help you find and restore balance. Even though innate abilities differ among people, a sense of mastery can be cultivated. My therapeutic approach is to help clients restore their sense of confidence and safety in themselves and in the world.
I teach a gentle, short form of T'ai Chi that is appropriate for anyone who seeks a style that is easy on the joints. I'm currently teaching an in-person Tai Chi for Arthritis class for adults 55+ years of age at the Juanita Pohl Center in Tualatin, OR (greater Portland area). The next series of eight classes begin on June 17. I also teach Tai Chi one-on-one in my Portland office. For additional information, please feel free to contact me through this website.
Hosted by Ruth Q. Leibowitz
Psychologist, PhD, SEP
Verified Verified
Group meets in Portland, OR 97214
Currently I have only one opening, specifically for someone interested in IFS. I will edit this profile when that changes. I especially enjoy working with individuals who have experienced "outsider status" and are on a journey to create a sense of belonging in their own way and style. Many of my patients are creatives who experience hindrances in connecting with their creative energies and seek ways to more fully nourish and honor these aspects of Self.
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Chronic Pain Support Groups
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, catastrophizing, 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 behavioral 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.