Chronic Pain Therapists in California
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or identity struggles? Are you navigating a transitional phase in your life and overwhelmed with stress, pressure, or grief? Is your child or teen experiencing school stress, self-esteems issues or problems with peer relationships? Using a strength based informed approach, we will work collaboratively and creatively to meet your goals. I will help you access coping skills and hold space for emotional expression. I specialize in identity struggles, perfectionism, social media pressure, body image concerns, disordered eating, and trauma.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, or identity struggles? Are you navigating a transitional phase in your life and overwhelmed with stress, pressure, or grief? Is your child or teen experiencing school stress, self-esteems issues or problems with peer relationships? Using a strength based informed approach, we will work collaboratively and creatively to meet your goals. I will help you access coping skills and hold space for emotional expression. I specialize in identity struggles, perfectionism, social media pressure, body image concerns, disordered eating, and trauma.
I also help those healing from trauma, exploring the mind-body connection and its relation to chronic pain, and offer compassionate guidance to those facing infertility challenges.
I'm passionate about growing with my clients, fueled by personal experiences like overcoming chronic pain, facing infertility, and nurturing my 19-year marriage. My teaching background and growing up with my sibling with disabilities have cultivated empathy, patience, and creativity, which I use to help you face struggles with renewed strength and hope.
I also help those healing from trauma, exploring the mind-body connection and its relation to chronic pain, and offer compassionate guidance to those facing infertility challenges.
I'm passionate about growing with my clients, fueled by personal experiences like overcoming chronic pain, facing infertility, and nurturing my 19-year marriage. My teaching background and growing up with my sibling with disabilities have cultivated empathy, patience, and creativity, which I use to help you face struggles with renewed strength and hope.
Kelly Hutton, Chronic pain and illness therapist
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
San Diego, CA 92102
Do you have chronic pain, chronic fatigue, or chronic illness you are managing?
I work with individuals and couples/families around these issues and work specifically with couples and families around the changing in roles, caregiving/care partners, and marital or family issues/dynamics around illness or pain. I work in-person or virtually and can provide in-home sessions for those struggling with mobility, fatigue or pain.
Do you have chronic pain, chronic fatigue, or chronic illness you are managing?
I work with individuals and couples/families around these issues and work specifically with couples and families around the changing in roles, caregiving/care partners, and marital or family issues/dynamics around illness or pain. I work in-person or virtually and can provide in-home sessions for those struggling with mobility, fatigue or pain.
We are passionate about the field of mindbody medicine, and committed to changing the way that chronic pain, anxiety, and depression are traditionally treated and understood.
Mainstream medicine is only beginning to recognize the powerful role of the brain in the development of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. At The Better Mind Center, we empower to feel confident about what is happening in their brains and their bodies through effective mindbody treatment.
We are passionate about the field of mindbody medicine, and committed to changing the way that chronic pain, anxiety, and depression are traditionally treated and understood.
Mainstream medicine is only beginning to recognize the powerful role of the brain in the development of chronic pain, anxiety, and depression. At The Better Mind Center, we empower to feel confident about what is happening in their brains and their bodies through effective mindbody treatment.
A confidential law enforcement sensitive service for active duty military, veterans, law enforcement, first responders, health care professionals and their families. I am an approved workers compensation treatment provider for the City and County of San Francisco. I am licensed to practice and accepting new clients in both California and New York State, and I am certified in EMDR. I offer professional consultation in the areas of complex trauma, sexual trauma, law enforcement and EMDR. I am proud to serve as the Clinical Director for Functional Integrative Therapeutics (FIT Collective). I have an in-person office in Tustin, CA.
A confidential law enforcement sensitive service for active duty military, veterans, law enforcement, first responders, health care professionals and their families. I am an approved workers compensation treatment provider for the City and County of San Francisco. I am licensed to practice and accepting new clients in both California and New York State, and I am certified in EMDR. I offer professional consultation in the areas of complex trauma, sexual trauma, law enforcement and EMDR. I am proud to serve as the Clinical Director for Functional Integrative Therapeutics (FIT Collective). I have an in-person office in Tustin, CA.
Pelvic pain no one can explain.
By understanding and reflecting on your experiences together, we can open the door to new perspectives, healing and growth.
Pelvic pain no one can explain.
By understanding and reflecting on your experiences together, we can open the door to new perspectives, healing and growth.
Do you feel like you have been holding the pain of stress and trauma in your body for years?
In therapy we work together to restore feelings of connectedness and reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. We will use curiosity to understand your nervous system responses and how you adapt to your world. Together we can then nurture ways of living in the world that feel safe, connected, and regulating.
Do you feel like you have been holding the pain of stress and trauma in your body for years?
In therapy we work together to restore feelings of connectedness and reduce feelings of isolation and loneliness. We will use curiosity to understand your nervous system responses and how you adapt to your world. Together we can then nurture ways of living in the world that feel safe, connected, and regulating.
Melissa is a privately-based licensed clinical social worker at Path Mental Health Network and has her own private practice called The Compassionate Couch. She also provides clinical supervision for practicum students and pre-licensed therapists.
Melissa is a privately-based licensed clinical social worker at Path Mental Health Network and has her own private practice called The Compassionate Couch. She also provides clinical supervision for practicum students and pre-licensed therapists.
Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
My engagement in sessions involves a joint understanding of the challenges you would like to see change, combined with recommendations and a treatment approach that is integrative and evidence-based. I am committed to providing the best care possible through a trusted partnership with you, beginning from whatever place you are in, just as you are.
Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
My engagement in sessions involves a joint understanding of the challenges you would like to see change, combined with recommendations and a treatment approach that is integrative and evidence-based. I am committed to providing the best care possible through a trusted partnership with you, beginning from whatever place you are in, just as you are.
I am a experienced clinical psychologist with over 30 years In addition to private practice I have consulted with local, state, and federal agencies as well as Fortune 500 companies . As a University Professor I trained and supervised graduate students in New York, Texas and California. I genuinely enjoyed problem solving with my patients and improving the quality of their lives. The most important factor is to provide a safe, positive environment. I am skilled in testing, identifying areas of concern, making proper diagnoses, and assessing growth in therapy. My practice has included children, adults and families.
I am a experienced clinical psychologist with over 30 years In addition to private practice I have consulted with local, state, and federal agencies as well as Fortune 500 companies . As a University Professor I trained and supervised graduate students in New York, Texas and California. I genuinely enjoyed problem solving with my patients and improving the quality of their lives. The most important factor is to provide a safe, positive environment. I am skilled in testing, identifying areas of concern, making proper diagnoses, and assessing growth in therapy. My practice has included children, adults and families.
Feeling stuck leads to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and even chronic pain.
I'm often referred by MD's to treat the intersection between emotional and physical pain. Integrative Body Psychotherapy (IBP), is an effective and efficient therapy for people who want to integrate body, mind and spirit in a practical, grounded way. IBP is often the "missing link" when compared to other therapy modalities. It's efficient and effective.
Feeling stuck leads to anxiety, panic attacks, depression, and even chronic pain.
I'm often referred by MD's to treat the intersection between emotional and physical pain. Integrative Body Psychotherapy (IBP), is an effective and efficient therapy for people who want to integrate body, mind and spirit in a practical, grounded way. IBP is often the "missing link" when compared to other therapy modalities. It's efficient and effective.
Hello, my name is Nasrin. For over a decade, I have had the privilege of working with adults, children/ adolescents, families, couples, LGBTQ, and Military/Veterans from a diverse population. What contributes to my work is the skill to utilize evidence-based therapies with the compassion and empathy needed to provide a therapeutic alliance.
Hello, my name is Nasrin. For over a decade, I have had the privilege of working with adults, children/ adolescents, families, couples, LGBTQ, and Military/Veterans from a diverse population. What contributes to my work is the skill to utilize evidence-based therapies with the compassion and empathy needed to provide a therapeutic alliance.
For many older adults, it is fraught with illness, loss and emotional and physical challenge.
My practice also includes end of life psychotherapy & psychosocial support and therapy for those living with serious or chronic illness. I also offer consultation & psychotherapy to well spouses & family caregivers, as well as mediation assistance to families in conflict over treatment or end of life decision-making or caregiving responsibilities.
For many older adults, it is fraught with illness, loss and emotional and physical challenge.
My practice also includes end of life psychotherapy & psychosocial support and therapy for those living with serious or chronic illness. I also offer consultation & psychotherapy to well spouses & family caregivers, as well as mediation assistance to families in conflict over treatment or end of life decision-making or caregiving responsibilities.
My ideal client is someone living with chronic pain, psychosomatic symptoms, or stress-related conditions that feel overwhelming and misunderstood.
Clients want to feel seen, understood, and empowered to break free from cycles of pain, stress, and fear. I help by integrating mind-body approaches like Pain Reprocessing Therapy, CBT, ACT, and somatic methods. My goal is to provide tools that transform symptoms into signals for healing and growth.
My ideal client is someone living with chronic pain, psychosomatic symptoms, or stress-related conditions that feel overwhelming and misunderstood.
Clients want to feel seen, understood, and empowered to break free from cycles of pain, stress, and fear. I help by integrating mind-body approaches like Pain Reprocessing Therapy, CBT, ACT, and somatic methods. My goal is to provide tools that transform symptoms into signals for healing and growth.
I enjoy working with clients from every walk of life who are confronting some of life's biggest challenges: relationship conflicts, the stresses associated with immigration, career changes, alcohol and substance abuse, chronic pain, disability, the loss of a loved one.
I hold a PhD in psychology, and Master's degrees in Social Work and Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counseling. I have treated individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and PTSD. My approach to treatment is ecumenical: from CBT and DBT to psychodynamic.
I enjoy working with clients from every walk of life who are confronting some of life's biggest challenges: relationship conflicts, the stresses associated with immigration, career changes, alcohol and substance abuse, chronic pain, disability, the loss of a loved one.
I hold a PhD in psychology, and Master's degrees in Social Work and Mental Health and Substance Abuse Counseling. I have treated individuals struggling with depression, anxiety, ADD/ADHD, and PTSD. My approach to treatment is ecumenical: from CBT and DBT to psychodynamic.
I can help you discover and strengthen healthy boundaries, guide you to take action on your personal values and life goals, and teach you how to regain your emotional balance when life is working your last nerve. Be kinder to yourself, have greater patience with loved ones, your family of choice, friends and co-workers, and decrease the overwhelming sense of loneliness that you may have felt during this crummy pandemic.
I can help you discover and strengthen healthy boundaries, guide you to take action on your personal values and life goals, and teach you how to regain your emotional balance when life is working your last nerve. Be kinder to yourself, have greater patience with loved ones, your family of choice, friends and co-workers, and decrease the overwhelming sense of loneliness that you may have felt during this crummy pandemic.
I recognize that reaching out for help can be easy for some and really overwhelming for others! I offer a safe space to discuss your goals and will go at a pace that fits your needs.
I recognize that reaching out for help can be easy for some and really overwhelming for others! I offer a safe space to discuss your goals and will go at a pace that fits your needs.
Maybe you also live with a chronic pain issue or condition, like chronic migraines, back pain, or something else that causes frequent discomfort.
I work with my clients using techniques that best suit their specific and unique needs, though I tend to draw from CBT, ACT and mindfulness-based perspectives. I use a collaborative, humanistic, and holistic approach to treatment. I do believe that the therapeutic relationship can be a significant force in facilitating positive changes.
Maybe you also live with a chronic pain issue or condition, like chronic migraines, back pain, or something else that causes frequent discomfort.
I work with my clients using techniques that best suit their specific and unique needs, though I tend to draw from CBT, ACT and mindfulness-based perspectives. I use a collaborative, humanistic, and holistic approach to treatment. I do believe that the therapeutic relationship can be a significant force in facilitating positive changes.
You are so much more than struggle and pain.
You've been carrying something heavy for far too long. Past experiences won't settle, patterns keep repeating. Intelligence and awareness are present, yet despite your efforts, something essential remains elusive. This isn't about being broken; it's about being stuck in a mindset that no longer serves. We offer a safe space for complete honesty that honors our clients' unique context and capacity. Rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, we understand that clients are seeking WHOLE-BEING. With depth and meaningful frameworks our partnership helps bridge the clinical, existential, relational, physical and behavioral issues at stake.
You are so much more than struggle and pain.
You've been carrying something heavy for far too long. Past experiences won't settle, patterns keep repeating. Intelligence and awareness are present, yet despite your efforts, something essential remains elusive. This isn't about being broken; it's about being stuck in a mindset that no longer serves. We offer a safe space for complete honesty that honors our clients' unique context and capacity. Rather than one-size-fits-all solutions, we understand that clients are seeking WHOLE-BEING. With depth and meaningful frameworks our partnership helps bridge the clinical, existential, relational, physical and behavioral issues at stake.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services for Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors ranging from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, relationship issues and beyond.
I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's individual, and cultural needs, to help attain the personal healing and growth they desire. I'm a Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist and if you or a family needs compassionate counseling, please feel free to give me a call.
I work with a wide range of emotional and behavioral issues, providing services for Young Adults, Adults, and Seniors ranging from depression, anxiety, chronic pain, grief, relationship issues and beyond.
I offer a highly personalized approach tailored to each client's individual, and cultural needs, to help attain the personal healing and growth they desire. I'm a Clinical Social Worker/Psychotherapist and if you or a family needs compassionate counseling, please feel free to give me a call.
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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.