Chronic Pain Therapists in Pasadena, CA
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Kate Truitt
Psychologist, PhD, MBA, MA
Verified
10 Endorsed
Verified
10 Endorsed
We specialize in PTSD, Developmental Trauma/C-PTSD, OCD, Panic, Phobias, Depression, Addiction, Medical Trauma,
Chronic Pain
&
Illness
, and more.
Hello and welcome to the next evolution of psychotherapy. The future of health and wellness is in your hands. At Dr. Kate Truitt & Associates our goal to walk with you through healing the darker and more painful moments of life while building long-term and sustainable change. We focus on healing the past, creating the present, and building the future. Through incorporating brain science and body-based healing modalities, we focus on whole person healing and we don't stop there. It is our goal to help you design and create your most fulfilled life through providing services for full mind and body healing.
Clara I. Aparicio, PsyD
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I specialize in treating depression and anxiety disorders, trauma,
chronic pain
management, impostor syndrome, life transitions, life and career coaching, and relationship issues.
I am a bilingual, Spanish-speaking, clinical psychologist. My clinical work has focused on providing holistic mental health care, taking into account cultural, family dynamics, spiritual, social-economic, and medical factors that contribute to mental health conditions. Life's journey was never meant to be traveled alone. Our experiences, life's highs and lows, are best lived in communion with others.
Carol Fred
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I continue to see people diagnosed with cancer and other serious
illness
.
I have had over 25 years of experience helping people deal with anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences. Creating a safe, trusting relationship is the basis of productive therapy and healing. I am an empathetic listener who uses a variety of approaches to help people reach their goals.
Mariclare Dasigenis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I began working with
chronic pain
clients at the
Pain
Psychology Center in Los Angeles where I received extensive clinical training in
Pain
Reprocessing Therapy.
As your therapist, I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental partnership where we can join to understand what is causing your current suffering. If you are looking for a safe and collaborative space to achieve your goals and move forward, I can help. I specialize in the treatment of
chronic pain
and anxiety in adults and young adults. I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, Nevada, and Arizona. I also offer coaching services nationally and internationally.
Not accepting new clients
Elizabeth Shouse
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
We all have a better life in mind for ourselves. But when we face big problems and significant
pain
and stress, it’s hard to imagine a fulfilling life beyond that. That can lead to hopelessness. But the fact is no one needs to do this alone. I believe that every person deserves to live an incredible story and I'm here to help. I know how scary it can be to tackle the big problems in life. For that reason, I offer a warm and safe space to treat depression, anxiety, panic, and phobias using my specialization in health psychology and
chronic pain
conditions.
Isla Dennis
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified
9 Endorsed
Verified
9 Endorsed
I'm qualified to help with a variety of challenges; however, I specialize in helping couples,
chronic pain
/
illness
, boundaries, people-pleasing, and self-acceptance.
Are you stuck in the same old argument? Are you struggling with communication, boundaries, doubts, or infidelity? Does intimacy feel awkward, embarrassing, or boring? Are you or your loved ones repeating behaviors or relationships and wishing you could break the cycle? Sometimes, we get stuck, and change can feel impossible. That's where I come in. My job is to listen, help you understand root causes of your difficulties, break unwanted patterns, and teach you practical tools to help change your life. If you have the sense you're not reaching your potential for health, happiness, or success, it may be time to move toward a change.
Silva Depanian
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CAMC
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Does it seem like distance has been growing between you and your loved ones? Are you feeling the impact of your anger, anxiety, or
chronic pain
on your every day life? Often, we keep thinking about what troubles us without making any progress towards what we can actually do. Figuring out what to do next can be a stressful and overwhelming process. No matter where you are in life right now, I'm here to walk with you through your journey and help you overcome the obstacles that are holding you back. I am dedicated to fostering a safe environment and providing opportunities to achieve a better quality of life.
Anna Ayeroff
Associate Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, AMFT, APCC
Verified
Verified
It's not all in your head! In a culture that marginalizes and dismisses people’s
pain
based on body-specific experiences and identities, like disability, race, gender, sexuality, size, age, etc, many of us are left needing to feel heard. Here, your stories will be listened to, your experiences validated, and your
pain
believed.
Pain
can relegate us to the margins of our own stories. Whether it’s
chronic pain
felt in your body, the
pain
of loss connected to
illness
or infertility, or the
pain
of being a highly sensitive person or creative, in a culture that doesn’t value those strengths,
pain
can feel like it renders us powerless.
Ashley McCleery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MS, MA
Verified
19 Endorsed
Verified
19 Endorsed
Hello there. I'm glad you're here. We experienced a whirlwind, haven't we? I wonder what these hurricane years were like for you. Maybe the pandemic revealed feelings of severe loneliness from being separated from family and friends and the societal shift towards virtual work. Maybe the years uncovered immense anxieties sparked by social unrest, job insecurity, and constant health crises. Maybe you feel stuck in the
pain
and grief of it all- saying goodbye to a loved one, getting a divorce, losing a job, and missing the rituals of life. My hope is to join you in the rubble as you sort through the pieces and rebuild.
Waitlist for new clients
Tina Bradley Trujillo
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I have found the use of hypnosis to be especially beneficial to help reduce stress/anxiety, reinforce positive coping skills, manage
pain
, enhance performance, and facilitate the grieving process.
I believe that, at the unconscious level, each of us has a deep understanding of what our unique purpose is (i.e. a true sense of Self). However, through conditioning, life circumstances, cultural/societal expectations, and many other variables, there has grown a great disconnect between the way we are and who we truly want to be. In a safe, supportive and collaborative environment, I will help you navigate through this process of deeper self-understanding and reconnection in order to live a healthier, happier and more fulfilling life.
Blair Lord
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of being told your thoughts are the problem? Have you been labeled as "too sensitive?" If you are looking to heal the body which holds our
pain
and trauma and become more empowered to understand your own nervous system, then we may be a good fit. I work with womxn and non-binary clients who experience
chronic pain
, chronic
illness
, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am LGBTQIA+ allied, social justice, and feminist therapist. Clients I work with come in when experiencing life transition, relationship stress, new health diagnoses, career changes, increased
pain
, or family-of-origin
pain
.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
We are passionate about helping women who are faced with various challenges related to infertility, postpartum, women's health, and chronic
illness
. Our team of therapists uses their specialized training and lived experience to customize ways to best support you during this time.
Feridey N. Carr
Psychologist, PhD, MS
Verified
Verified
My style of treatment is collaborative and goal-oriented. With a compassionate, supportive, and individualized approach, I will help you to help reduce your distress and symptoms and build your coping skills. As a Cognitive Behavioral therapist, I offer evidence-based treatments that are monitored and evaluated throughout the course of treatment. My primary focus and expertise applies cognitive-behavioral treatments to the following: Depression * Anxiety * Insomnia * Stress Management * Chronic headaches and migraines * Coping with chronic health and
pain
conditions * Smoking Cessation * Weight Management
David Highfill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I have over 25 years experience in many areas including grief & loss, transplant, chronic and terminal
illness
adjustment for you or your family, HIV/AIDS, LGBTQ+, relationships, & professional lifestyle management.
Many of you will experience dramatic and sometimes shocking changes in your or your loved one's health, relationships or careers. I have over 25 years of experience helping people and their families cope with a wide variety of chronic and terminal
illness
, relationship changes, adjustment, grief and loss. Using your strengths, I will help you work through these difficult changes to help you adjust to their impact on you and your loved ones.
Carrie Horn and Associates Psychological Corp
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified
Verified
Emotional
pain
and mental challenges can overwhelm us and keep us from reaching our goals. In these times it is often necessary to seek professional assistance to move us past the ruts in our lives. I work best with people who have had difficulty with relating to their emotions, resolving past suffering, spiritual abuse, chronic
illness
, somatic issues, finding meaning, and navigating life transitions. My approach to therapy is specific to each person, and stands on the biblical teachings of Jesus Christ, healing the heart and spirit that are so important to Him.
Supatra Tovar
Psychologist, PsyD, RD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have much experience working with those struggling with eating disorders, life transitions, depression, anxiety, trauma, and
chronic pain
.
Struggling with depression, weight gain, menopause, life transitions, and problems with your spouse and children can be overwhelming. However, these issues do not need to be faced alone. Working together with a collaborative, empathetic therapist can help you achieve the life you want, the relationships you desire, and optimum physical and mental health. My ideal client is engaged in his or her healthcare, eager to learn and transform, and someone who desires change within a therapeutic, compassionate environment.
Pasadena, CA 91101
& Online
Daniel Fenton
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Currently accepting new clients via private pay. Dr. Daniel Fenton is a licensed clinical neuropsychologist and psychotherapist who works with individuals across the lifespan. He provides neuropsychological and psychological evaluation, in addition to psychotherapy. He specializes in understanding the complexity of interactions between medical
illness
and psychological symptoms/conditions such as, depression, anxiety, trauma, and substance abuse. He is passionate about working with individuals experiencing chronic and acute medical conditions, marital and relational conflict, career stress, as well as challenging life transitions.
Winnie Lee Wear
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified
Verified
Are you struggling with feelings of anxiety, depression, or discontent with certain relationships and circumstances in your life? Symptoms such as anxiety, depression, relationship distress, anger, and addiction are messengers that something in your life requires attention. I am privileged to walk alongside you in your journey towards a deeper understanding and connection with who you are. Together we will explore and attend to the underlying issues and feelings of these symptoms as a step towards healing. Simultaneously, we may adopt ways to cope with and alleviate the
pain
, loneliness, and difficulties you experience.
Geri-Lynn Cesar
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified
Verified
I am currently only providing telehealth services. I work with individuals, couples, and families to pay witness to and overcome the traumas and difficulties in their lives. My aim to empower and provide support to those who have anxiety, depression, low self-esteem, relationship stress, and chronic
illness
.
Christopher M Thomson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, PsyD, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working with dually diagnosed individuals and their families with severe and persistent mental illnesses, such as Polysubstance Dependence, Schizophrenia, Schizoaffective Disorder, Major Depressive Disorder with Psychotic Features, Bipolar Disorder, and Acute Anxiety Disorders. I have always had a special interest in working with family and couples, especially where one or both suffer from severe mental
illness
. I am on staff at several local inpatient and outpatient mental health facilities, and help facilitate hospital admissions in a sensitive and professional manner. I offer individual and family community interventions as needed. I also help professionals coping with workplace stress.
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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.