Chronic Pain Therapists in 11710
Neil Wolfson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bellmore, NY 11710 (Online Only)
Do you feel stuck? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, chronic illness, or relationship challenges? If you’re in pain, overwhelmed, or feel unable to pull yourself out of your circumstances, I can help. Using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, EMDR Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and the Gottman Method for couples counseling, I can help you feel relief from your pain, gain more control of your life, and find a sense of purpose and direction.
Do you feel stuck? Are you struggling with anxiety, depression, stress, trauma, chronic illness, or relationship challenges? If you’re in pain, overwhelmed, or feel unable to pull yourself out of your circumstances, I can help. Using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Mindfulness, EMDR Therapy, Motivational Interviewing, and the Gottman Method for couples counseling, I can help you feel relief from your pain, gain more control of your life, and find a sense of purpose and direction.
Kristen Wojtuniak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Bellmore, NY 11710 (Online Only)
I bring years of earned wisdom and my commitment to helping you - no matter how big your pain is.
Therapy is about exploring, experimenting, discovering, and being vulnerable. In our therapy together you will learn to increase self-compassion and mindfulness, and your ability to sit with uncertainty and bear witness to uncomfortable feelings and body sensations. You will gain awareness of the role negative core beliefs and thoughts have upon mood and learn how to challenge those negative thought patterns. You will learn to set appropriate boundaries by asserting feelings, recognizing wants and needs, and identifying the role shame and guilt might play in causing unhealthy, harmful, stale, and inauthentic behaviors.
I bring years of earned wisdom and my commitment to helping you - no matter how big your pain is.
Therapy is about exploring, experimenting, discovering, and being vulnerable. In our therapy together you will learn to increase self-compassion and mindfulness, and your ability to sit with uncertainty and bear witness to uncomfortable feelings and body sensations. You will gain awareness of the role negative core beliefs and thoughts have upon mood and learn how to challenge those negative thought patterns. You will learn to set appropriate boundaries by asserting feelings, recognizing wants and needs, and identifying the role shame and guilt might play in causing unhealthy, harmful, stale, and inauthentic behaviors.
Nassau Guidance & Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, BCD
Verified Verified
North Bellmore, NY 11710
Hi, my name is Kathleen Dwyer Blair (LCSW). As the Owner of Nassau Guidance & Counseling and a practicing psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I know that life can sometimes be overwhelming & painful – so much so, that you feel stuck wondering if sustainable change is simply impossible. Our goal is simple: to help you get unstuck. We match our clients with therapists based on their specific needs, preferences, & therapists' expertise. Whether you need a grief counselor, anxiety therapist, depression counseling, trauma specialist, or relationship therapy, our therapists are here to provide the tools you need to move forward.
Hi, my name is Kathleen Dwyer Blair (LCSW). As the Owner of Nassau Guidance & Counseling and a practicing psychotherapist for the past 30+ years, I know that life can sometimes be overwhelming & painful – so much so, that you feel stuck wondering if sustainable change is simply impossible. Our goal is simple: to help you get unstuck. We match our clients with therapists based on their specific needs, preferences, & therapists' expertise. Whether you need a grief counselor, anxiety therapist, depression counseling, trauma specialist, or relationship therapy, our therapists are here to provide the tools you need to move forward.
Asking for help can be difficult but crucial in order to make necessary and beneficial changes in life. Therapy can be instrumental in helping overcome depression, relationship conflicts, anxiety, parenting concerns, and family problems. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty-five years of experience treating adults, adolescents and children with a variety of presenting problems. I believe that every person is unique; therefore no one approach is right for everyone. I integrate a number of therapeutic techniques and perspectives in a safe and comfortable office environment to address important issues.
Asking for help can be difficult but crucial in order to make necessary and beneficial changes in life. Therapy can be instrumental in helping overcome depression, relationship conflicts, anxiety, parenting concerns, and family problems. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over twenty-five years of experience treating adults, adolescents and children with a variety of presenting problems. I believe that every person is unique; therefore no one approach is right for everyone. I integrate a number of therapeutic techniques and perspectives in a safe and comfortable office environment to address important issues.
Heal Trauma, Find Yourself. Did you know? Your body holds trauma's wisdom. Learn to listen, heal, and thrive. Start your journey. Somatic trauma expert psychotherapist, yoga teacher & intuitive healer. Helping you find balance in mind, body & spirit so you can have life free from anxiety, depression and trauma.
Heal Trauma, Find Yourself. Did you know? Your body holds trauma's wisdom. Learn to listen, heal, and thrive. Start your journey. Somatic trauma expert psychotherapist, yoga teacher & intuitive healer. Helping you find balance in mind, body & spirit so you can have life free from anxiety, depression and trauma.
Joan Phillips
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R, CASAC-2, RYT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellmore, NY 11710
I believe that therapy is a gift you give yourself. In my practice I use solution-focused therapy that is both collaborative and goal oriented. I will help you to identify concrete goals of your choice and the measurable steps you can take to achieve these goals. I will focus on helping you utilize your strengths, which will allow us to help bring to light your past successes and work to repeat your successful choices and behaviors.
I believe that therapy is a gift you give yourself. In my practice I use solution-focused therapy that is both collaborative and goal oriented. I will help you to identify concrete goals of your choice and the measurable steps you can take to achieve these goals. I will focus on helping you utilize your strengths, which will allow us to help bring to light your past successes and work to repeat your successful choices and behaviors.
I am here to help you realize your best self. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral interventions, insight oriented work, and mindfulness development to help you manage the stressors in your life. I believe that my clients are equal partners in their endevours to achieve their goals. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders. I have years of experience treating seniors who are having a hard time dealing with health related changes as well as memory difficulties.
I am here to help you realize your best self. I use a combination of cognitive behavioral interventions, insight oriented work, and mindfulness development to help you manage the stressors in your life. I believe that my clients are equal partners in their endevours to achieve their goals. I work with adolescents and adults struggling with anxiety and depressive disorders. I have years of experience treating seniors who are having a hard time dealing with health related changes as well as memory difficulties.
Greetings! Let me introduce myself. My name is Dr. Patrick Andretta. Most refer to me as Dr. "A". I am an easygoing and friendly Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience treating those with anxiety, depression, PTSD and adjustment issues. My patients benefit from learning productive ways of thinking that help them deal more effectively with their stressors and other life changes. I also work with the elderly and their siblings to enhance interpersonal communication for a more positive home environment, facilitating acceptance of health issues and other challenges associated with advanced age. I perform testing to assess IQ, address cognitive deficits and memory issues.
Greetings! Let me introduce myself. My name is Dr. Patrick Andretta. Most refer to me as Dr. "A". I am an easygoing and friendly Licensed Clinical Psychologist with 20+ years experience treating those with anxiety, depression, PTSD and adjustment issues. My patients benefit from learning productive ways of thinking that help them deal more effectively with their stressors and other life changes. I also work with the elderly and their siblings to enhance interpersonal communication for a more positive home environment, facilitating acceptance of health issues and other challenges associated with advanced age. I perform testing to assess IQ, address cognitive deficits and memory issues.
Circle of Life Counseling Services, LCSW, P.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSWR
Verified Verified
Bellmore, NY 11710
My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During these challenging times we offer Telehealth.
My name is Deb Viola and I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker. We are a group of compassionate, caring and professional therapists. We have been assisting individuals and couples in creating a healthier and happier life. We have had success in empowering clients to implement positive change in their lives. Through thoughtful understanding and compassion, we can help you make your desired life a reality. We work with clients to identify conflicts, negative patterns and sources of stress in their lives and help facilitate self-awareness and positive change. ** During these challenging times we offer Telehealth.
Counseling For You Long Island is a group of therapists that have a passion for helping others. They are devoted to helping people through difficulties they are experiencing and are nonjudgemental, supportive and knowledgeable about the issues people face in the world today. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or any other issues that cause stress or get in the way of leading a healthy and happy life, there is someone here to help you.
Counseling For You Long Island is a group of therapists that have a passion for helping others. They are devoted to helping people through difficulties they are experiencing and are nonjudgemental, supportive and knowledgeable about the issues people face in the world today. Whether you are dealing with trauma, relationship issues, anxiety, depression, or any other issues that cause stress or get in the way of leading a healthy and happy life, there is someone here to help you.
Cristina Murphy
Counselor, LMHC, CAMSII, DVS, Emdr, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bellmore, NY 11710
Anxiety, insecurity, trauma, anger and depression get in the way of success and even more than that - they get in the way of you being happy with yourself and your life. Freeing yourself of these issues gives you the opportunity to experience life in a new way that improves your life, relationships, and your performance at work/school. Therapy can help you with these issues and you can begin to enjoy life again.
Anxiety, insecurity, trauma, anger and depression get in the way of success and even more than that - they get in the way of you being happy with yourself and your life. Freeing yourself of these issues gives you the opportunity to experience life in a new way that improves your life, relationships, and your performance at work/school. Therapy can help you with these issues and you can begin to enjoy life again.
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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.