Chronic Pain Psychiatrists in Westerville, OH
I employ an Integrative Psychiatric approach to resolve underlying root causes of illness and achieve symptom relief.
I have extensive experience working with challenges children and adolescents face academically, emotionally and socially. Adult ADHD, Women's Issues, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity and Long Covid symptoms are of particular interest. Integrative Psychiatry, Mindfulness techniques, CBT and DBT are all employed supportively to return balance and homeostasis.
I employ an Integrative Psychiatric approach to resolve underlying root causes of illness and achieve symptom relief.
I have extensive experience working with challenges children and adolescents face academically, emotionally and socially. Adult ADHD, Women's Issues, Eating Disorders, Gender Identity and Long Covid symptoms are of particular interest. Integrative Psychiatry, Mindfulness techniques, CBT and DBT are all employed supportively to return balance and homeostasis.
Depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and indecision often bring people to treatment. I am a practicing psychiatrist applying psychodynamic psychotherapy, contemporary psychoanalysis, and medication management to help patients. People often think that their problems are unclear, confusing, and that there are no real answers. People often wish that their lives could be better or that they could have a greater sense of wellbeing. It could be work or school performance, or relationship difficulties. These problems can be helped, in a way that brings lasting benefit.
Depression, anxiety, hopelessness, and indecision often bring people to treatment. I am a practicing psychiatrist applying psychodynamic psychotherapy, contemporary psychoanalysis, and medication management to help patients. People often think that their problems are unclear, confusing, and that there are no real answers. People often wish that their lives could be better or that they could have a greater sense of wellbeing. It could be work or school performance, or relationship difficulties. These problems can be helped, in a way that brings lasting benefit.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
I hold a master’s degree from Mount Carmel College of Nursing. With years of experience as a bedside nurse in mental health, I am committed to helping both adolescents and adults achieve their best emotional and mental well-being. I take a patient-centered approach, focusing on building strong therapeutic relationships based on trust, empathy, and open communication. My expertise includes providing compassionate care for a wide range of mental health conditions, tailoring treatments to each individual's needs.
I hold a master’s degree from Mount Carmel College of Nursing. With years of experience as a bedside nurse in mental health, I am committed to helping both adolescents and adults achieve their best emotional and mental well-being. I take a patient-centered approach, focusing on building strong therapeutic relationships based on trust, empathy, and open communication. My expertise includes providing compassionate care for a wide range of mental health conditions, tailoring treatments to each individual's needs.
Dr. Amy Hanson, DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, provides telehealth services to create a safe space for clients to foster growth and make positive life changes from the comfort of their homes. She is board certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner, offering diagnostic evaluations and medical management for mental health conditions while collaborating with individual therapists for comprehensive care.
Dr. Amy Hanson, DNP, MSN, PMHNP-BC, provides telehealth services to create a safe space for clients to foster growth and make positive life changes from the comfort of their homes. She is board certified as a psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner and a family nurse practitioner, offering diagnostic evaluations and medical management for mental health conditions while collaborating with individual therapists for comprehensive care.
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We also treat chronic pain.
At the CARE Clinic, we provide our patients with up-to-date, evidenced based practices along with some of the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in the field. Our mission has been to provide quality care in a safe environment - earning us a reputation as the clinic most often recommended by family members and colleagues alike. From Addiction Medicine to Brain Health and Wellness, our personalized services allow us to cater to your individual needs. We truly believe that recovery can be a reality for everyone.
We also treat chronic pain.
At the CARE Clinic, we provide our patients with up-to-date, evidenced based practices along with some of the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in the field. Our mission has been to provide quality care in a safe environment - earning us a reputation as the clinic most often recommended by family members and colleagues alike. From Addiction Medicine to Brain Health and Wellness, our personalized services allow us to cater to your individual needs. We truly believe that recovery can be a reality for everyone.
At the CARE Clinic, we provide our patients with up-to-date, evidenced based practices along with some of the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in the field. Our mission has been to provide quality care in a safe environment - earning us a reputation as the clinic most often recommended by family members and colleagues alike. From Addiction Medicine to Brain Health and Wellness, our personalized services allow us to cater to your individual needs. We truly believe that recovery can be a reality for everyone.
At the CARE Clinic, we provide our patients with up-to-date, evidenced based practices along with some of the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in the field. Our mission has been to provide quality care in a safe environment - earning us a reputation as the clinic most often recommended by family members and colleagues alike. From Addiction Medicine to Brain Health and Wellness, our personalized services allow us to cater to your individual needs. We truly believe that recovery can be a reality for everyone.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
I work with adults navigating bipolar disorders, ADHD, substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, other mental health disorders, and life stressors. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. I help by providing structured support, medication management, and practical strategies to regain stability, improve functioning, and move toward long-term recovery and emotional balance.
I work with adults navigating bipolar disorders, ADHD, substance use, anxiety, depression, trauma, other mental health disorders, and life stressors. Many feel overwhelmed, stuck, or unsure where to start. I help by providing structured support, medication management, and practical strategies to regain stability, improve functioning, and move toward long-term recovery and emotional balance.
At the CARE Clinic, we provide our patients with up-to-date, evidenced based practices along with some of the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in the field. Our mission has been to provide quality care in a safe environment - earning us a reputation as the clinic most often recommended by family members and colleagues alike. From Addiction Medicine to Brain Health and Wellness, our personalized services allow us to cater to your individual needs. We truly believe that recovery can be a reality for everyone.
At the CARE Clinic, we provide our patients with up-to-date, evidenced based practices along with some of the most experienced and dedicated healthcare professionals in the field. Our mission has been to provide quality care in a safe environment - earning us a reputation as the clinic most often recommended by family members and colleagues alike. From Addiction Medicine to Brain Health and Wellness, our personalized services allow us to cater to your individual needs. We truly believe that recovery can be a reality for everyone.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Shumeka Hill
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, PMHNP, FNP-BC, CPNP-AC, LCDCII
1 Endorsed
Columbus, OH 43230
Relationship problems, struggles at work, and life events can challenge our ability to cope and ultimately to thrive in life. Patterns may emerge in your life that are confusing, that make you feel stuck, uncertain, and conflicted. Life transitions can tax our internal resources, and we may find ourselves lacking in fulfillment and happiness. Above all, I strive to support my clients to increase their life satisfaction, reduce their suffering, and strengthen their relationships and capacity for joy.
Relationship problems, struggles at work, and life events can challenge our ability to cope and ultimately to thrive in life. Patterns may emerge in your life that are confusing, that make you feel stuck, uncertain, and conflicted. Life transitions can tax our internal resources, and we may find ourselves lacking in fulfillment and happiness. Above all, I strive to support my clients to increase their life satisfaction, reduce their suffering, and strengthen their relationships and capacity for joy.
Dauntrica Wallstrum is a board-certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. She is certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She received her master’s degree from The Ohio State University and dual bachelor’s degrees from Ashland University. She has previous history working with mental health in the community setting and working with varying psychiatric diagnoses. She sees children, ages 5 and up, adolescents, and adults. Her focus is on the individual as a whole to help work towards achieving wellness.
Dauntrica Wallstrum is a board-certified psychiatric and mental health nurse practitioner. She is certified through the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She received her master’s degree from The Ohio State University and dual bachelor’s degrees from Ashland University. She has previous history working with mental health in the community setting and working with varying psychiatric diagnoses. She sees children, ages 5 and up, adolescents, and adults. Her focus is on the individual as a whole to help work towards achieving wellness.
Are you a high functioning individual who has mastered the art of, "I'm fine. It's fine. Everything's fine?" Wondering how much longer you can keep up the pace and who will be impacted if you cannot? Looking for a confidential space where you don’t have to be “on?” A space to be real and address the stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, and insomnia that often come with great responsibility?
Here you will find that space that allows you to breathe, be heard, gain perspective, develop solutions, and leave with hope.
Are you a high functioning individual who has mastered the art of, "I'm fine. It's fine. Everything's fine?" Wondering how much longer you can keep up the pace and who will be impacted if you cannot? Looking for a confidential space where you don’t have to be “on?” A space to be real and address the stress, anxiety, burnout, depression, and insomnia that often come with great responsibility?
Here you will find that space that allows you to breathe, be heard, gain perspective, develop solutions, and leave with hope.
Lisa is committed to delivering compassionate care to all clients. My mission is to promote warmth and kindness in the community by providing integrative psychiatric care that includes medication management and psychotherapeutic interventions. I am honored to be a part your journey towards wellness and look forward to serving you with the professionalism
Lisa is committed to delivering compassionate care to all clients. My mission is to promote warmth and kindness in the community by providing integrative psychiatric care that includes medication management and psychotherapeutic interventions. I am honored to be a part your journey towards wellness and look forward to serving you with the professionalism
Hi, I’m Andrea. Welcome to my private practice, New Leaf Mental Health & Wellness, LLC. If you’ve found your way here, you’re likely seeking to make a meaningful change in your life—and I commend you for taking that first step. Beginning the journey toward emotional wellness can feel daunting. After all, opening up to someone you’ve never met about personal struggles isn’t easy. That’s why finding the right mental health professional—someone you feel comfortable with, who has the experience and empathy to support you—is so important. I’m here to help you navigate that journey with compassion, collaboration, and clinical expertise.
Hi, I’m Andrea. Welcome to my private practice, New Leaf Mental Health & Wellness, LLC. If you’ve found your way here, you’re likely seeking to make a meaningful change in your life—and I commend you for taking that first step. Beginning the journey toward emotional wellness can feel daunting. After all, opening up to someone you’ve never met about personal struggles isn’t easy. That’s why finding the right mental health professional—someone you feel comfortable with, who has the experience and empathy to support you—is so important. I’m here to help you navigate that journey with compassion, collaboration, and clinical expertise.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Danielle Khan is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC); she is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She earned a master’s degree in nursing from Walden University and was eligible for the International Honors Society of Nursing. Danielle sees adults ages 18 to 65+ and specializes in addiction, adjustment disorders, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD, panic disorder, postpartum depression, PTSD, SAD, and veterans. She is a caring provider who understands the debilitating impact mental health has on individuals and families.
Danielle Khan is a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC); she is board certified by the American Nurses Credentialing Center. She earned a master’s degree in nursing from Walden University and was eligible for the International Honors Society of Nursing. Danielle sees adults ages 18 to 65+ and specializes in addiction, adjustment disorders, anxiety, bipolar disorder, depression, OCD, panic disorder, postpartum depression, PTSD, SAD, and veterans. She is a caring provider who understands the debilitating impact mental health has on individuals and families.
We are now accepting clients in Columbus! What does S.P.E.C.T.R.U.M. stand for? Safety. Pride. Education. Compassion. Truth. Respect. Unity. Mindfulness. Spectrum specializes in providing mental health and wellness services in an open, non-judgemental, AND affordable delivery model. We think outside of the box and tailor care to the individual. We pride ourselves on our affirming, holistic approach.
We are now accepting clients in Columbus! What does S.P.E.C.T.R.U.M. stand for? Safety. Pride. Education. Compassion. Truth. Respect. Unity. Mindfulness. Spectrum specializes in providing mental health and wellness services in an open, non-judgemental, AND affordable delivery model. We think outside of the box and tailor care to the individual. We pride ourselves on our affirming, holistic approach.
"There is no limit to what you can imagine. And with commitment, with effort, what you can imagine you can become. Put your mind to work for you. Believe that you can do it. The world will tell you that you can’t. Yet, in your belief you’ll find the strength, you’ll find the ability, to do it anyway”. ~Ralph Marston~ Kristin is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner in Specialties of Psychiatry and Family Practice. She has strong expertise and experience in diagnosing and treating a wide array of medical, addiction, and mental health conditions for patients of all ages, within both inpatient and outpatient settings.
"There is no limit to what you can imagine. And with commitment, with effort, what you can imagine you can become. Put your mind to work for you. Believe that you can do it. The world will tell you that you can’t. Yet, in your belief you’ll find the strength, you’ll find the ability, to do it anyway”. ~Ralph Marston~ Kristin is a Board Certified Nurse Practitioner in Specialties of Psychiatry and Family Practice. She has strong expertise and experience in diagnosing and treating a wide array of medical, addiction, and mental health conditions for patients of all ages, within both inpatient and outpatient settings.
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FAQ - Chronic Pain Psychiatrists
How does chronic pain affect mental health?
Living with chronic pain—whether due to an injury, illness, or another condition—can be an emotionally and physically debilitating experience. In addition to persistent discomfort, individuals with chronic pain often face disruptions to their routines, limitations in physical functioning, loss of independence, and challenges maintaining work or social relationships. These stressors can lead to or worsen symptoms of a variety of mental health conditions, such as depression or anxiety. Because chronic pain affects both the body and the mind, many individuals benefit from not only medical treatment for their pain but also psychiatric care to support their mental and emotional well-being.
How do psychiatrists treat chronic pain?
Psychiatrists who specialize in chronic pain understand how chronic pain can impact mood, sleep, motivation, and quality of life. They often use a combination of medication and psychotherapy to help clients manage the emotional aspects of chronic pain. This may include prescribing antidepressants, anti-anxiety medications, or other medication types that can also assist with sleep or pain modulation. In therapy sessions, psychiatrists may use approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to address negative thought patterns related to pain, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help clients cope with symptoms, and mindfulness-related techniques to help clients manage stress and improve resilience. Psychiatrists may also work collaboratively with pain specialists, primary care providers, and physical therapists to help ensure a client's care is coordinated across their different treating professionals.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in chronic pain?
Psychology Today's online directory is a useful tool for finding psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who have experience working with individuals managing chronic pain. The platform offers filters to narrow results based on areas of specialty—such as chronic pain and/or chronic illness—as well as details about therapeutic approach, insurance accepted, language preferences, and session fees. Reviewing these profiles can help individuals and families find the right mental health provider for their needs, whether seeking short-term support or ongoing care for chronic pain.