Chronic Pain Therapists in Encanto, Phoenix, AZ
Carrie Christiansen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85004 (Online Only)
I provide psychotherapy/counseling and consultation for individuals dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, disordered eating, trauma, and chronic pain or illness.
People often say they find it easy to connect with me and I believe that comes from my ability to truly empathize with others. I’ve had some significant struggles in life and I’ve worked through many challenges, so I understand adversity. Receiving my own therapy throughout the years has given me the support and help I needed to move forward and grow. I strive to provide the same compassionate support to my clients in therapy. I am committed to helping you along your journey by providing regular support, feedback, and practical tools as well.
I provide psychotherapy/counseling and consultation for individuals dealing with issues such as anxiety, depression, ADHD, disordered eating, trauma, and chronic pain or illness.
People often say they find it easy to connect with me and I believe that comes from my ability to truly empathize with others. I’ve had some significant struggles in life and I’ve worked through many challenges, so I understand adversity. Receiving my own therapy throughout the years has given me the support and help I needed to move forward and grow. I strive to provide the same compassionate support to my clients in therapy. I am committed to helping you along your journey by providing regular support, feedback, and practical tools as well.
Kendahl Florio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, BHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
I believe that complex healing can arise from complex trauma, no matter the source of that pain.
Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Everyone. Yes, even you. Many of us are struggling to thrive in the world, dealing with unprecedented stress, oppression, and disconnection. I strive to offer hope to queer people, neurodivergent folks, and those living with painful trauma experiences. Let's honor your complexity, learn to heal your wounds through mindful self-compassion and find your aliveness again. I can help you root out self-shaming, and find love for yourself again. You deserve that, too.
I believe that complex healing can arise from complex trauma, no matter the source of that pain.
Everyone deserves to be treated with dignity and respect. Everyone. Yes, even you. Many of us are struggling to thrive in the world, dealing with unprecedented stress, oppression, and disconnection. I strive to offer hope to queer people, neurodivergent folks, and those living with painful trauma experiences. Let's honor your complexity, learn to heal your wounds through mindful self-compassion and find your aliveness again. I can help you root out self-shaming, and find love for yourself again. You deserve that, too.
Kelly N Bennett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85007 (Online Only)
Anxiety has caused you to experience exhaustion and isolation. You constantly have doubts and worries floating around in your thoughts. It feels like your mind won’t stop thinking about everything at once. You doubt yourself because every little decision feels monumentally consequential. Normal tasks that used to bring you joy no longer do, even your hobbies have fallen by the wayside. Friends try reaching out to you, but you end up withdrawing further away from them. You wish there were a way to go back to when you were happy and sure of yourself, but there seems to be this massive gap that just can't be bridged.
Anxiety has caused you to experience exhaustion and isolation. You constantly have doubts and worries floating around in your thoughts. It feels like your mind won’t stop thinking about everything at once. You doubt yourself because every little decision feels monumentally consequential. Normal tasks that used to bring you joy no longer do, even your hobbies have fallen by the wayside. Friends try reaching out to you, but you end up withdrawing further away from them. You wish there were a way to go back to when you were happy and sure of yourself, but there seems to be this massive gap that just can't be bridged.
Sonya Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85006 (Online Only)
TELEHEALTH ONLY-- Tried therapy before but hopeful it will be different this time around? I want that for you too! I have been practicing for over decade in the behavioral health setting. I enjoy building on my client's strengths and supporting clients in overcoming challenges. I work with the individual to address depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma as well as many other life challenges.
TELEHEALTH ONLY-- Tried therapy before but hopeful it will be different this time around? I want that for you too! I have been practicing for over decade in the behavioral health setting. I enjoy building on my client's strengths and supporting clients in overcoming challenges. I work with the individual to address depression, anxiety, stress, grief, trauma as well as many other life challenges.
Dr. Michele E. Ishikawa, Licensed Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85012
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Ishikawa offers psychological evaluations and psychotherapy. She aims to provide compassion and humor as she challenges and supports her clients in a collaborative manner, and utilizes an integrative approach to psychotherapy. Her goal is to help each client find freedom from negative patterns, identify strengths, and reach their full potential. Dr. Ishikawa enjoys working with clients from a variety of cultural, ethnic/racial, gender/sexual identity, and religious/spiritual backgrounds, and assisting with issues such as anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, and women's issues.
Dr. Ishikawa offers psychological evaluations and psychotherapy. She aims to provide compassion and humor as she challenges and supports her clients in a collaborative manner, and utilizes an integrative approach to psychotherapy. Her goal is to help each client find freedom from negative patterns, identify strengths, and reach their full potential. Dr. Ishikawa enjoys working with clients from a variety of cultural, ethnic/racial, gender/sexual identity, and religious/spiritual backgrounds, and assisting with issues such as anxiety, depression, interpersonal relationships, life transitions, and women's issues.
New Perspectives LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, CRC
Verified Verified
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85004 (Online Only)
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Throughout my career I have also focused on helping individuals with a variety of different physical and emotional disabilities or anyone adjusting to major life changes. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and helping individuals embrace who they are. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, person centered, and existential counseling.
I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, and confidence. Throughout my career I have also focused on helping individuals with a variety of different physical and emotional disabilities or anyone adjusting to major life changes. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. My counseling style is warm and interactive. I believe in treating anyone with respect, sensitivity, and compassion, and helping individuals embrace who they are. My approach combines cognitive-behavioral, person centered, and existential counseling.
Patricia McClure
Counselor, LMHC, LPC, NBCC
Verified Verified
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85013
My approach is mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy mixed with Client Centered Therapy. I develop and individualized program for each client that provides support and stepping stones in achieving a better quality of life. Therapy is provided in a relaxed environment that enables the client to bring forth a variety of issues without fear of being judged. I accept and work with clients right where their at.
My approach is mainly Cognitive Behavioral Therapy mixed with Client Centered Therapy. I develop and individualized program for each client that provides support and stepping stones in achieving a better quality of life. Therapy is provided in a relaxed environment that enables the client to bring forth a variety of issues without fear of being judged. I accept and work with clients right where their at.
Rebecca (Becca) Basaleh
CHT
Verified Verified
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85006
Our purpose is to be of service to others in their healing and spiritual journey. All aspects of the mind, body, soul, and spirit are addressed within transpersonal hypnotherapy. Many of our clients seek us out for anxiety relief and inner child healing. Our clients typically achieve their intended goals within 1-3 hypnotherapy sessions. Our clients are individuals that are willing to introspect, take accountability, and are ready to embrace the benefits of change.
Our purpose is to be of service to others in their healing and spiritual journey. All aspects of the mind, body, soul, and spirit are addressed within transpersonal hypnotherapy. Many of our clients seek us out for anxiety relief and inner child healing. Our clients typically achieve their intended goals within 1-3 hypnotherapy sessions. Our clients are individuals that are willing to introspect, take accountability, and are ready to embrace the benefits of change.
Kristen Searcy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTSI
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85006 (Online Only)
As a Licensed Master Social Worker with nine years of trauma-based social work experience, I strive to be “an elegant and effective instrument of transformation and agent of change in the lives of others”. I specialize in working with women using a 21st century approach to mental health and trauma work by honoring the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit and soul in leading clients to a life of freedom from trauma and mental health related challenges. It is my belief that all the aspects of your life and parts of your body work together to shape your experience of life and how you operate in it.
As a Licensed Master Social Worker with nine years of trauma-based social work experience, I strive to be “an elegant and effective instrument of transformation and agent of change in the lives of others”. I specialize in working with women using a 21st century approach to mental health and trauma work by honoring the interconnectedness of mind, body, spirit and soul in leading clients to a life of freedom from trauma and mental health related challenges. It is my belief that all the aspects of your life and parts of your body work together to shape your experience of life and how you operate in it.
Brad Robison
Psychologist, PhD, MTh
Verified Verified
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85004
I have specialized training in pediatric and child psychology as well as over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from secular as well as religious backgrounds. I am sensitive to each person's belief system and strive to maintain a therapeutic environment that is open, accepting, and non-judgmental. In addition to a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I have a Master's Degree in Theology - both from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA - and I am comfortable integrating faith systems and traditions into the therapy sessions.
I have specialized training in pediatric and child psychology as well as over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults from secular as well as religious backgrounds. I am sensitive to each person's belief system and strive to maintain a therapeutic environment that is open, accepting, and non-judgmental. In addition to a Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology, I have a Master's Degree in Theology - both from Fuller Theological Seminary in Pasadena, CA - and I am comfortable integrating faith systems and traditions into the therapy sessions.
Mood by Kim
PhD, MSN, APRN, PMHNP, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85013
Ladies!, wake-up, eat diamonds and shine all day, with the highest quality of psychiatric expertise for both psychiatric medicine and psychotherapy. "I am HER," your Celebrity Therapist for Women, with 22 years of combined experiences in mental health. I work with WNBA athletes and high profile clients in both the Movie and Music Industries. I believe in Women Empowerment!, and am a faithful sponsor of the "ME TOO" movement. My approach is supportive, empathetic and, above all, pragmatic. Our sessions are discreetly held via telehealth and catered to you. Book your appointment: www.moodbykim.com.
Ladies!, wake-up, eat diamonds and shine all day, with the highest quality of psychiatric expertise for both psychiatric medicine and psychotherapy. "I am HER," your Celebrity Therapist for Women, with 22 years of combined experiences in mental health. I work with WNBA athletes and high profile clients in both the Movie and Music Industries. I believe in Women Empowerment!, and am a faithful sponsor of the "ME TOO" movement. My approach is supportive, empathetic and, above all, pragmatic. Our sessions are discreetly held via telehealth and catered to you. Book your appointment: www.moodbykim.com.
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Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85014
Are you feeling lost, challenged, confused, hurt? I work with people who face an ongoing challenge or struggle in any of the 4 areas of life: career, health, love and relationship, or spirituality. I help you understand your challenge, and work through it, define and achieve your goals, purpose and meaning.
Are you feeling lost, challenged, confused, hurt? I work with people who face an ongoing challenge or struggle in any of the 4 areas of life: career, health, love and relationship, or spirituality. I help you understand your challenge, and work through it, define and achieve your goals, purpose and meaning.
Kyle Giblin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Encanto, Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
If you experienced something traumatic; I am proof that you can heal! If you have struggled with addiction; I can relate. If you’re finding your way through a complex relationship; I got your back! Trauma, addiction, and complex relationships all impact us similarly. As the owner of small group practice 'Noble Path Counseling & Consulting', I ensure that my team of professionals can relate to your situation and also provide you with highly specialized skills tailored to your needs. Let us help you overcome whatever obstacles you face so that you can start living your best life ASAP!
If you experienced something traumatic; I am proof that you can heal! If you have struggled with addiction; I can relate. If you’re finding your way through a complex relationship; I got your back! Trauma, addiction, and complex relationships all impact us similarly. As the owner of small group practice 'Noble Path Counseling & Consulting', I ensure that my team of professionals can relate to your situation and also provide you with highly specialized skills tailored to your needs. Let us help you overcome whatever obstacles you face so that you can start living your best life ASAP!
Online Therapists
Seashell Therapy, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EMDR, CCTS-I
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85086 (Online Only)
Accepting New Clients! As an EMDR trained clinician, I make it a priority to build a supportive and close relationship my clients will need to move forward in a positive and productive way! I specialize in working with clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss issues, substance abuse issues, chronic pain and chronic disease. My goal is to offer a trauma focused healing space for you! Because I see clients by video, I provide therapy throughout the state of Arizona!
Accepting New Clients! As an EMDR trained clinician, I make it a priority to build a supportive and close relationship my clients will need to move forward in a positive and productive way! I specialize in working with clients struggling with trauma, depression, anxiety, grief/loss issues, substance abuse issues, chronic pain and chronic disease. My goal is to offer a trauma focused healing space for you! Because I see clients by video, I provide therapy throughout the state of Arizona!
David Stein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85007 (Online Only)
Visit website: https://behavioralhealth4life.com All appointments via Telehealth, with direct pay only. Specialties: depression, anxiety, job conflicts, work stress, PTSD; patients with combined emotional and medical problems e.g., chronic pan and fatigue, sleep disorder, medication overuse, fibromyalgia, etc. I work especially well with individuals who are very reluctant to seek treatment, special, complex cases, or persons who have failed in treatment elsewhere. Call (435) 512-7759, Please leave Text Message for inquiries. My flex schedule will allow you to see me for an appointment within 2-4 days!
Visit website: https://behavioralhealth4life.com All appointments via Telehealth, with direct pay only. Specialties: depression, anxiety, job conflicts, work stress, PTSD; patients with combined emotional and medical problems e.g., chronic pan and fatigue, sleep disorder, medication overuse, fibromyalgia, etc. I work especially well with individuals who are very reluctant to seek treatment, special, complex cases, or persons who have failed in treatment elsewhere. Call (435) 512-7759, Please leave Text Message for inquiries. My flex schedule will allow you to see me for an appointment within 2-4 days!
Sybil Nwulu
Counselor, MS, MC, LAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85004
I view therapy as a space for you, the client to be unequivocally yourself while recognizing that there are so many internal and interpersonal factors alongside systems in place that may contribute to the pain, anxiety, and discomfort one feels. You are the most important person in your own life, and once you start to care for yourself in healing ways, this can be extended to others who you care for and love. I believe that it is important to walk patiently with every individual and I also believe that it is important to discuss how cultural beliefs and societal roles may influence one’s perception and experiences.
I view therapy as a space for you, the client to be unequivocally yourself while recognizing that there are so many internal and interpersonal factors alongside systems in place that may contribute to the pain, anxiety, and discomfort one feels. You are the most important person in your own life, and once you start to care for yourself in healing ways, this can be extended to others who you care for and love. I believe that it is important to walk patiently with every individual and I also believe that it is important to discuss how cultural beliefs and societal roles may influence one’s perception and experiences.
Shannon M Duffy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MFT, LPC, LCPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85013 (Online Only)
As well as athletes recovering and returning back to sport from injuries with focus on pain management and regaining confidence to perform at an elite level.
Daily stressors are inevitable, and it is essential to build coping strategies for how to manage stress and combat negative thinking patterns. Creating behavior changes is a focal point of psychotherapy and beneficial in wanting a sense of structure and consistency in one's relationships and overall life. My overall goal for each client is to work on obtaining balance within their own healthy lifestyle. Through obtaining balance one's past and present symptoms can lessen and each individual and/or couple can focus on the positive attributes of their life and move forward towards reaching their goals and the life worth living.
As well as athletes recovering and returning back to sport from injuries with focus on pain management and regaining confidence to perform at an elite level.
Daily stressors are inevitable, and it is essential to build coping strategies for how to manage stress and combat negative thinking patterns. Creating behavior changes is a focal point of psychotherapy and beneficial in wanting a sense of structure and consistency in one's relationships and overall life. My overall goal for each client is to work on obtaining balance within their own healthy lifestyle. Through obtaining balance one's past and present symptoms can lessen and each individual and/or couple can focus on the positive attributes of their life and move forward towards reaching their goals and the life worth living.
Beth Freese
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Imagine feeling trapped in chronic pain, stress, anxiety, trauma, or ADHD. You're a driven professional, entrepreneur, or student seeking relief from relentless struggles. You fear you may never regain your true self despite trying various remedies. Coping leaves you drained and hopeless. I've guided countless individuals through similar challenges, helping them reclaim their lives. Let's embark on a journey together to equip you with the tools to confront your challenges, empowering you to regain control and find relief. Your journey to whole self-healing starts now.
Imagine feeling trapped in chronic pain, stress, anxiety, trauma, or ADHD. You're a driven professional, entrepreneur, or student seeking relief from relentless struggles. You fear you may never regain your true self despite trying various remedies. Coping leaves you drained and hopeless. I've guided countless individuals through similar challenges, helping them reclaim their lives. Let's embark on a journey together to equip you with the tools to confront your challenges, empowering you to regain control and find relief. Your journey to whole self-healing starts now.
Rustin Foster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85003
Society’s rigid rules produce trauma not only when we experience disaster, but also when denied the opportunity to develop our identities. Whether LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, racial minority, or living with trauma or disease, we stumble through the world, learning to anticipate constant challenge and new ways to be hurt. When others speak of fond memories, we recall the effort we put into masking through it. When memories are too painful, we try to forget them – but they stay with us, hiding below our conscious mind where they wreak havoc on our bodies, creating chronic pain, addiction, mental illness and disease.
Society’s rigid rules produce trauma not only when we experience disaster, but also when denied the opportunity to develop our identities. Whether LGBTQ+, neurodiverse, racial minority, or living with trauma or disease, we stumble through the world, learning to anticipate constant challenge and new ways to be hurt. When others speak of fond memories, we recall the effort we put into masking through it. When memories are too painful, we try to forget them – but they stay with us, hiding below our conscious mind where they wreak havoc on our bodies, creating chronic pain, addiction, mental illness and disease.
Urim Recovery - EMDR, ADHD/Autism & Trauma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, JD, MSW, LCSW, ASDCS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85020
Same Day Appt. 2-15-24. I welcome all those needing support to feel connected, empowered and confident to meet life's challenges. I help individuals, regardless of their ability to name their pain, to focus on taking care of themselves to recover from relational distress, chronic pain & burnout. In our time together, we will work on restoring the trust, confidence and sense of self often depleted as a result of relational trauma and life experiences. I specialize in treating complex and attachment related trauma, bipolar I & II, as well as autism, from a relational and developmentally based perspective using EMDR, IPSRT and EFT.
Same Day Appt. 2-15-24. I welcome all those needing support to feel connected, empowered and confident to meet life's challenges. I help individuals, regardless of their ability to name their pain, to focus on taking care of themselves to recover from relational distress, chronic pain & burnout. In our time together, we will work on restoring the trust, confidence and sense of self often depleted as a result of relational trauma and life experiences. I specialize in treating complex and attachment related trauma, bipolar I & II, as well as autism, from a relational and developmentally based perspective using EMDR, IPSRT and EFT.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
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.