Chronic Pain Therapists in Riverside County, CA
Lori Sanderson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MPH , LCSW
Verified Verified
Calimesa, CA 92320 (Online Only)
I use a variety of theories including but not limited to CBT, DBT, polyvagal theory, pain reprocessing theory and so on.
I'm Dr. Lori Sanderson. I enjoy looking at your thoughts & how they are contributing to your stress level, anxiety level, overall feelings of sadness, & perhaps chronic pain. I will meet you where you are but will also help you to develop a stronger and healthier version of you. We will do this together by helping you to get to the root of your struggles and giving you the tools to get through it. You deserve somewhere that you can share what is on your mind without fear of being judged negatively. You deserve a better life and a healthier you.
I use a variety of theories including but not limited to CBT, DBT, polyvagal theory, pain reprocessing theory and so on.
I'm Dr. Lori Sanderson. I enjoy looking at your thoughts & how they are contributing to your stress level, anxiety level, overall feelings of sadness, & perhaps chronic pain. I will meet you where you are but will also help you to develop a stronger and healthier version of you. We will do this together by helping you to get to the root of your struggles and giving you the tools to get through it. You deserve somewhere that you can share what is on your mind without fear of being judged negatively. You deserve a better life and a healthier you.
Marilisa Raju, PhD Psychologist, A Professional Co
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Moreno Valley, CA 92553 (Online Only)
Are the stresses of navigating life or chronic medical issues getting you down? Nobody prepares you for dealing with being in constant physical pain and it can be an isolating and invalidating journey. Ever have difficulty understanding or making sense of who you are? Trying to understand who you are and where you belong can also be hard. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community I’ve had first-hand experience having to come to terms with holding multiple minority identities.
Are the stresses of navigating life or chronic medical issues getting you down? Nobody prepares you for dealing with being in constant physical pain and it can be an isolating and invalidating journey. Ever have difficulty understanding or making sense of who you are? Trying to understand who you are and where you belong can also be hard. As a member of the LGBTQ+ community I’ve had first-hand experience having to come to terms with holding multiple minority identities.
Dr. Jackie Christensen
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92562 (Online Only)
Perhaps you struggle with frequent worrying and feelings of restlessness, which interferes with your daily life and your quality of sleep. Maybe you also live with a chronic pain issue or condition, like chronic migraines, back pain, or something else that causes frequent discomfort. You may deal with negative, perfectionistic, or self-critical thoughts about yourself that you can't seem to shake. These feelings, thoughts and sensations can often seem unbearable, unrelenting and paralyzing. You sometimes may wonder if you are all alone in these feelings. I am here to tell you that you are not alone and there is hope.
Perhaps you struggle with frequent worrying and feelings of restlessness, which interferes with your daily life and your quality of sleep. Maybe you also live with a chronic pain issue or condition, like chronic migraines, back pain, or something else that causes frequent discomfort. You may deal with negative, perfectionistic, or self-critical thoughts about yourself that you can't seem to shake. These feelings, thoughts and sensations can often seem unbearable, unrelenting and paralyzing. You sometimes may wonder if you are all alone in these feelings. I am here to tell you that you are not alone and there is hope.
Jacqueline K Stewart
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92590 (Online Only)
EMDR can also be used to assist people in managing chronic pain, as well as for treatment of psychological suffering.
I am a certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant in EMDR Therapy. I help adults get through difficult life transitions and recover from traumatic experiences. Trauma can trigger overwhelming stress, anxiety, grief, fear, confusion, depression, anger, nightmares, and other sleep problems. Intrusive thoughts of traumatic experiences (including flashbacks) can greatly interfere with a person's ability to function in relationships, at home, and at work. I help people get over these lingering effects of trauma to resume or renew a sense of their own life's purpose and direction.
EMDR can also be used to assist people in managing chronic pain, as well as for treatment of psychological suffering.
I am a certified EMDR Therapist and Approved Consultant in EMDR Therapy. I help adults get through difficult life transitions and recover from traumatic experiences. Trauma can trigger overwhelming stress, anxiety, grief, fear, confusion, depression, anger, nightmares, and other sleep problems. Intrusive thoughts of traumatic experiences (including flashbacks) can greatly interfere with a person's ability to function in relationships, at home, and at work. I help people get over these lingering effects of trauma to resume or renew a sense of their own life's purpose and direction.
Kendra Andersson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Rubidoux, CA 92509
My goal in therapy is to assist you in cultivating balance in your internal and external worlds. Whether that is through focusing on emotion or thought, rebalancing your relationships, finding stability in managing the psychological symptoms of chronic pain or cultivating internal safety and calm to combat memories of pain and trauma.
My goal in therapy is to assist you in cultivating balance in your internal and external worlds. Whether that is through focusing on emotion or thought, rebalancing your relationships, finding stability in managing the psychological symptoms of chronic pain or cultivating internal safety and calm to combat memories of pain and trauma.
Reset Ketamine
MD, FACEP
Verified Verified
Palm Springs, CA 92262
Our Mission at Reset Ketamine is to provide you an innovative and rapid treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, & chronic pain so you can go back to living a whole, healthy life.
Patient Reviews "I have struggled with anxiety and depression my whole life. I read about ketamine treatment for anxiety and depression. During my ketamine infusion I experienced an altered state. This altered state provided new insights, unblocked my anxiety, and helped connect me to me and the world around me. Dr. Ko’s approach and support helped make the ketamine experience more meaningful." "Dr. Ko has a stellar staff, and I'm so very grateful for their attentiveness for me to have the most positive, safe, and comfortable healing experience that has contributed the most to me feeling more peaceful and relaxed."
Our Mission at Reset Ketamine is to provide you an innovative and rapid treatment for depression, anxiety, PTSD, & chronic pain so you can go back to living a whole, healthy life.
Patient Reviews "I have struggled with anxiety and depression my whole life. I read about ketamine treatment for anxiety and depression. During my ketamine infusion I experienced an altered state. This altered state provided new insights, unblocked my anxiety, and helped connect me to me and the world around me. Dr. Ko’s approach and support helped make the ketamine experience more meaningful." "Dr. Ko has a stellar staff, and I'm so very grateful for their attentiveness for me to have the most positive, safe, and comfortable healing experience that has contributed the most to me feeling more peaceful and relaxed."
Raymond LoCascio
CHT
Verified Verified
Corona, CA 92881
With your physicians referral; *Pre and Post Surgery Hypnotherapy generally reduces stress, while lowering anesthesia and pain medication requirements, reducing discomfort.
As a clinical Hypnotherapist I see clients in my private practice office in Corona, California. I am here to help you learn to relax, change unwanted habits, build self esteem and achieve your goals enabling you to enjoy and experience life without unnecessary challenges. Some common issues that can be treated with hypnosis include: *Weight Management*Self Control*Smoking Cessation*Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques *Improving Sleep Habits *Focus/Drifting Attention *Goals and Motivation *Sports Success Patterns *Fitness Motivation *Students Test Anxiety and *Fear of Flying.
With your physicians referral; *Pre and Post Surgery Hypnotherapy generally reduces stress, while lowering anesthesia and pain medication requirements, reducing discomfort.
As a clinical Hypnotherapist I see clients in my private practice office in Corona, California. I am here to help you learn to relax, change unwanted habits, build self esteem and achieve your goals enabling you to enjoy and experience life without unnecessary challenges. Some common issues that can be treated with hypnosis include: *Weight Management*Self Control*Smoking Cessation*Stress Management and Relaxation Techniques *Improving Sleep Habits *Focus/Drifting Attention *Goals and Motivation *Sports Success Patterns *Fitness Motivation *Students Test Anxiety and *Fear of Flying.
Lynn Robinson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indio, CA 92203
I currently see individual adults with special focus on: Life Transitions, Stress, Anxiety, Addiction, Self-Esteem, Chronic Illness, Grief, Women’s Issues and Trauma.
Hi. My name is Lynn Robinson. I’m a licensed Psychotherapist (LMFT) in practice for over 25 years in California. After graduate school I trained for 3 years in somatically oriented therapy. In my work today, I draw from several modalities, including somatic and energetic. They include Psychodynamic therapy, EFT (tapping), Matrix Re-Imprinting, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Hakomi, and Mindfulness; always with a trauma informed lens.
I currently see individual adults with special focus on: Life Transitions, Stress, Anxiety, Addiction, Self-Esteem, Chronic Illness, Grief, Women’s Issues and Trauma.
Hi. My name is Lynn Robinson. I’m a licensed Psychotherapist (LMFT) in practice for over 25 years in California. After graduate school I trained for 3 years in somatically oriented therapy. In my work today, I draw from several modalities, including somatic and energetic. They include Psychodynamic therapy, EFT (tapping), Matrix Re-Imprinting, EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing), Hakomi, and Mindfulness; always with a trauma informed lens.
Savannah M Fine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Indian Wells, CA 92210 (Online Only)
My specialities include: Sex/Sexuality, Intimacy, Relationships, Chronic Pain/Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Grief/Loss.
Hello! My name is Savannah M. Fine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 139871 and a Certified Sex Therapist supporting human beings in the state of California. I am polyam, ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ affirming, and I work with individuals, partners, and families who are looking to form a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships, and their communities. I understand that healing and growth looks different for each individual and hope to provide the support necessary for your mind, body, and soul.
My specialities include: Sex/Sexuality, Intimacy, Relationships, Chronic Pain/Chronic Illness, Anxiety, Life Transitions, Grief/Loss.
Hello! My name is Savannah M. Fine and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist 139871 and a Certified Sex Therapist supporting human beings in the state of California. I am polyam, ENM, kink and LGBTQ+ affirming, and I work with individuals, partners, and families who are looking to form a deeper understanding of themselves, their relationships, and their communities. I understand that healing and growth looks different for each individual and hope to provide the support necessary for your mind, body, and soul.
Ami I. Student
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Palm Springs, CA 92264 (Online Only)
Although I consider myself a lifelong learner, my name can often throw people. While my last name is "Student," I am actually a licensed, seasoned clinician with extensive training and experience in the field of psychology. I help adults confront a wide range of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and traumatic stress. I also have expertise in assisting individuals struggling with their physical health, including chronic pain, medical illness, and sleep/insomnia.
Although I consider myself a lifelong learner, my name can often throw people. While my last name is "Student," I am actually a licensed, seasoned clinician with extensive training and experience in the field of psychology. I help adults confront a wide range of challenges, such as depression, anxiety, and traumatic stress. I also have expertise in assisting individuals struggling with their physical health, including chronic pain, medical illness, and sleep/insomnia.
Cheryl Pfent
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92592
Pfent began her career as a Registered Nurse but when mental illness struck her family she felt compelled to advance her education to better understand mental illness and deal with issues facing her family member from a position of knowledge.
Dr. Cheryl Pfent has been licensed as a clinical psychologist for over 30 years. She received her Doctorate from Florida Institute of Technology. She completed her internship at UNC School of Medicine. She has worked extensively in a variety of clinical venues as a provider and supervisor of other clinicians and interns. Dr. Pfent used her training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and solution focused therapy to treat a client population ranging in age from adolescent to geriatric clients.
Pfent began her career as a Registered Nurse but when mental illness struck her family she felt compelled to advance her education to better understand mental illness and deal with issues facing her family member from a position of knowledge.
Dr. Cheryl Pfent has been licensed as a clinical psychologist for over 30 years. She received her Doctorate from Florida Institute of Technology. She completed her internship at UNC School of Medicine. She has worked extensively in a variety of clinical venues as a provider and supervisor of other clinicians and interns. Dr. Pfent used her training in cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, trauma informed care, and solution focused therapy to treat a client population ranging in age from adolescent to geriatric clients.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Temecula, CA 92592 (Online Only)
Working with individuals whom have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, grief and loss, helping to process the pain, in their own time frame and begin healing.
Is life hard and your heart hurting ? Are you struggling ? Do you need relief? Has your family suffered from trauma, loss, change, or heartache? Are you a Veteran struggling? Is your marriage hard? Is your teenager struggling? Are you in professional ministry with no safe place to express the difficulties of ministry. Do you feel depressed after a major life event? I would love to help you or your family!
Working with individuals whom have experienced trauma, sexual abuse, grief and loss, helping to process the pain, in their own time frame and begin healing.
Is life hard and your heart hurting ? Are you struggling ? Do you need relief? Has your family suffered from trauma, loss, change, or heartache? Are you a Veteran struggling? Is your marriage hard? Is your teenager struggling? Are you in professional ministry with no safe place to express the difficulties of ministry. Do you feel depressed after a major life event? I would love to help you or your family!
Heidi Gergurich
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Temecula, CA 92590
Hello! My name is Heidi Gergurich, and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW 106831). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Arizona and my Master’s Degree in Social Worker from Arizona State University. I have over six years of experience working in the mental health field with adults and adolescents in various settings such as psychiatric hospitals, emergency clinics, and outpatient mental health facilities. I have also had the honor and privilege of working in hospice care for over six years, focusing on the comfort and quality of life of a person with a severe illness.
Hello! My name is Heidi Gergurich, and I am an Associate Clinical Social Worker (ACSW 106831). I received my Bachelor of Arts in Psychology from The University of Arizona and my Master’s Degree in Social Worker from Arizona State University. I have over six years of experience working in the mental health field with adults and adolescents in various settings such as psychiatric hospitals, emergency clinics, and outpatient mental health facilities. I have also had the honor and privilege of working in hospice care for over six years, focusing on the comfort and quality of life of a person with a severe illness.
MindShift Psychological Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Corona, CA 92881
We all experience anxiety, depression and interpersonal stress at one time or another. Often, we are able to cope with these experiences on our own or with help from our loved ones. When our pain persists despite our best efforts, we turn to someone with training and experience for help. Research and tradition teach us that sharing our painful experiences within the context of a supportive and focused therapeutic relationship can help us cope with and even overcome our emotional pain. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I have dedicated my academic and professional activities to helping others get better.
We all experience anxiety, depression and interpersonal stress at one time or another. Often, we are able to cope with these experiences on our own or with help from our loved ones. When our pain persists despite our best efforts, we turn to someone with training and experience for help. Research and tradition teach us that sharing our painful experiences within the context of a supportive and focused therapeutic relationship can help us cope with and even overcome our emotional pain. As a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist I have dedicated my academic and professional activities to helping others get better.
Irene Ramirez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Murrieta, CA 92563 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Hello! My name is Irene and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working with all ages in a clinical capacity since 2016. I have heavily worked with adults and older adults since 2020. I have worked with all levels of mental illness and have worked with those who are living with trauma, and pain and are in substance use recovery.
Hello! My name is Irene and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I have been working with all ages in a clinical capacity since 2016. I have heavily worked with adults and older adults since 2020. I have worked with all levels of mental illness and have worked with those who are living with trauma, and pain and are in substance use recovery.
The Bridge Marriage & Family Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92562
I am a United States Air Force veteran. I have a strong desire to help couples, families, and adult individuals find hope and healing as they work through anxiety, depression, illness related struggles, attachment issues, ADD/ADHD and challenges associated with military life. I am also interested in working with pastor's wives and other women in ministry who struggle with relationships, spiritual growth and finding balance.
I am a United States Air Force veteran. I have a strong desire to help couples, families, and adult individuals find hope and healing as they work through anxiety, depression, illness related struggles, attachment issues, ADD/ADHD and challenges associated with military life. I am also interested in working with pastor's wives and other women in ministry who struggle with relationships, spiritual growth and finding balance.
Jessica Manio
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Riverside, CA 92508 (Online Only)
My name is Jessica and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California. I have a passion for providing support to people coping with grief/loss, trauma, illness, adjustment to life changes, depression, anxiety, and caregiver burnout.
My name is Jessica and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) in the state of California. I have a passion for providing support to people coping with grief/loss, trauma, illness, adjustment to life changes, depression, anxiety, and caregiver burnout.
Melody Stiles
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MAC, LCAC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Murrieta, CA 92563 (Online Only)
I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Virtual ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain/illness, or leaving a high control group. I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.
I am now accepting clients in California as well as Indiana! I work in a Virtual ONLY practice and I specialize in EMDR for those with substance use disorders, trauma, or a combination of the two. If you are someone who is trying to cope with substance use, trauma, depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, chronic pain/illness, or leaving a high control group. I would be glad to try to help you find another, better way forward. And what that "better way" looks like is up to you. I see therapy as being a very personal and intimate experience for each person tailor my approach to suit each person I see in treatment.
Dr. Attaway And Associates
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT, MS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Riverside, CA 92507
As a Psychologist & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years, I am committed to helping people work through what's keeping them stuck - confusion, emotional or physical pain. I'll help you identify what's holding you back, interfering with your relationships and life plans. We'll identify your hidden habits of thinking that continually disrupt your ability to maximize your potential in each area of your life. As we uncover and rewrite the scripts that are running in the background and keeping you stuck in pain and frustration, you'll find yourself experiencing a newfound peace coupled with creativity and motivation.
As a Psychologist & Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist for over 25 years, I am committed to helping people work through what's keeping them stuck - confusion, emotional or physical pain. I'll help you identify what's holding you back, interfering with your relationships and life plans. We'll identify your hidden habits of thinking that continually disrupt your ability to maximize your potential in each area of your life. As we uncover and rewrite the scripts that are running in the background and keeping you stuck in pain and frustration, you'll find yourself experiencing a newfound peace coupled with creativity and motivation.
Christine Hensley
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Eastvale, CA 92880
I've had experience working with adults who struggle with past Traumas, Anxiety, Work/School Stress, Relationships, Chronic Illness, Cult Victims, highly sensitive individuals and many other issues.
I’m a trauma informed therapist. I provide a safe place to talk about difficult things and I genuinely care about helping others. I believe everyone’s path to healing should be designed differently. Human beings are unique and complicated. One size fit all just doesn’t work when it comes to healing. I use a customized and collaborative treatment style.
I've had experience working with adults who struggle with past Traumas, Anxiety, Work/School Stress, Relationships, Chronic Illness, Cult Victims, highly sensitive individuals and many other issues.
I’m a trauma informed therapist. I provide a safe place to talk about difficult things and I genuinely care about helping others. I believe everyone’s path to healing should be designed differently. Human beings are unique and complicated. One size fit all just doesn’t work when it comes to healing. I use a customized and collaborative treatment style.
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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.