Chronic Pain Therapists in 27606

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Sacred Listener
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
I also have experience as a hospital chaplain and am honored to help those dealing with chronic illness, grief, and loss.
Are you a generally healthy person, looking for guidance in how to live your life in the healthiest and happiest way? Whether your challenges are in the realm of finances, relationships, work satisfaction, anxiety, or depression, transpersonal counseling can help you! If you are looking for a therapist that can include your spiritual beliefs and include those in your treatment, and if you enjoy varied approaches to mental health and happiness such as art, yoga, and meditation, I might be the therapist for you!
I also have experience as a hospital chaplain and am honored to help those dealing with chronic illness, grief, and loss.
Are you a generally healthy person, looking for guidance in how to live your life in the healthiest and happiest way? Whether your challenges are in the realm of finances, relationships, work satisfaction, anxiety, or depression, transpersonal counseling can help you! If you are looking for a therapist that can include your spiritual beliefs and include those in your treatment, and if you enjoy varied approaches to mental health and happiness such as art, yoga, and meditation, I might be the therapist for you!
(919) 335-6734 View (919) 335-6734
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Alysann Whitley Price
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
Hi, my name is Alysann and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of clinical experience. My therapeutic approach is strengths-based, which means I will empower you by building on your strengths. I specialize in OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Alcohol Addiction, Eating Disorders, Sleep/Insomnia, Stress, Self-esteem, Coping Skills, and Chronic Pain. I am trained in many different modalities such as, ERP, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and ACT, but I will tailor my therapy modality to the individual and find which approach will aid you the most to help accomplish any goals you might have.
Hi, my name is Alysann and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over 6 years of clinical experience. My therapeutic approach is strengths-based, which means I will empower you by building on your strengths. I specialize in OCD, Anxiety, Depression, Alcohol Addiction, Eating Disorders, Sleep/Insomnia, Stress, Self-esteem, Coping Skills, and Chronic Pain. I am trained in many different modalities such as, ERP, DBT, Mindfulness, Motivational Interviewing, CBT, and ACT, but I will tailor my therapy modality to the individual and find which approach will aid you the most to help accomplish any goals you might have.
(919) 925-4566 View (919) 925-4566
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Jenny Smith Person
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
I am strengths-based and I utilize different therapy techniques, including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational interviewing, and CBT for Chronic Pain.
I strive to provide a warm and caring environment for clients to feel open to explore challenges in their life. I appreciate working with clients who are tired of being “stuck” and want to address trauma and/or stressful life events from their past that are standing in the way of them achieving their dreams.
I am strengths-based and I utilize different therapy techniques, including EMDR, Cognitive Processing Therapy, Trauma-Focused CBT, Motivational interviewing, and CBT for Chronic Pain.
I strive to provide a warm and caring environment for clients to feel open to explore challenges in their life. I appreciate working with clients who are tired of being “stuck” and want to address trauma and/or stressful life events from their past that are standing in the way of them achieving their dreams.
(919) 891-1235 View (919) 891-1235
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Nichole Plavec
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, MEd/MS, LCMHCA, NCC, CCC, SLP
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
Are you struggling with an unexpected turn in life, trying to make sense of a path that you did not choose? Physical, emotional, cognitive, relational, occupational, or financial changes, whether abrupt or slow growing, may be leading to difficulty in managing daily life or disruptions in wellbeing. Perhaps you are hopeful that therapy might bring a sense of peace or steps toward change and growth.
Are you struggling with an unexpected turn in life, trying to make sense of a path that you did not choose? Physical, emotional, cognitive, relational, occupational, or financial changes, whether abrupt or slow growing, may be leading to difficulty in managing daily life or disruptions in wellbeing. Perhaps you are hopeful that therapy might bring a sense of peace or steps toward change and growth.
(919) 587-8441 View (919) 587-8441
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Catherine Saunders
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Catherine understands how difficult it can be to take the first step in asking for support. Because of this, she strives to meet her clients exactly where they are in terms of individual characteristics, preferences, needs, abilities, and spiritual beliefs. Catherine knows this will look different for everyone which means therapy must be tailored specifically to each client. She recognizes that often our emotional challenges are complex in nature and, therefore, seeks to treat the client as a whole by exploring the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual components to obstacles and growth.
Catherine understands how difficult it can be to take the first step in asking for support. Because of this, she strives to meet her clients exactly where they are in terms of individual characteristics, preferences, needs, abilities, and spiritual beliefs. Catherine knows this will look different for everyone which means therapy must be tailored specifically to each client. She recognizes that often our emotional challenges are complex in nature and, therefore, seeks to treat the client as a whole by exploring the physical, emotional, psychological, and spiritual components to obstacles and growth.
(984) 201-7928 View (984) 201-7928
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Denise S Dawson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
I am a licensed therapist and certified health coach. I've had the fortunate opportunity of working with many different types of people throughout my career. Working on social work and public health research projects helped me realize I enjoy working with patients who struggle with mental health and chronic disease diagnoses. I obtained my Master's in Social Work degree from East Carolina University in 2011 and began practicing psychotherapy. Taking the first step toward treatment isn't easy. But since you are already here, take the second step to schedule an appointment...you'll be glad you did!
I am a licensed therapist and certified health coach. I've had the fortunate opportunity of working with many different types of people throughout my career. Working on social work and public health research projects helped me realize I enjoy working with patients who struggle with mental health and chronic disease diagnoses. I obtained my Master's in Social Work degree from East Carolina University in 2011 and began practicing psychotherapy. Taking the first step toward treatment isn't easy. But since you are already here, take the second step to schedule an appointment...you'll be glad you did!
(919) 551-3412 View (919) 551-3412
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Tammie Ducre Moore
Psychologist, PhD, HSP-P
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
Dr. Tammie Ducre' Moore is a licensed clinical psychologist & North Carolina Board Certified Health Services Provider. She is the Founder and CEO of Western Wake Counseling & Psychological Services, PLLC in Cary, NC. In her private practice, she treats individuals, couples, and families, helping them to clarify their feelings, develop goals, and to create a plan of action to achieve those goals.
Dr. Tammie Ducre' Moore is a licensed clinical psychologist & North Carolina Board Certified Health Services Provider. She is the Founder and CEO of Western Wake Counseling & Psychological Services, PLLC in Cary, NC. In her private practice, she treats individuals, couples, and families, helping them to clarify their feelings, develop goals, and to create a plan of action to achieve those goals.
(919) 375-3556 View (919) 375-3556
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Integrity Counseling & Wellness, PLLC
LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
Accepting New Patients Immediately! Our counselors utilize an integrative approach to therapy and strive to create a trusting and open counseling environment. We are experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and many other concerns. Your comfort with self-expression is a top priority, so you will find our counselors are inviting and non-judgmental with those whom they serve. We enjoy providing new insight and guidance and prove to be individualized in meeting each client's needs.
Accepting New Patients Immediately! Our counselors utilize an integrative approach to therapy and strive to create a trusting and open counseling environment. We are experienced in treating depression, anxiety, substance abuse, and many other concerns. Your comfort with self-expression is a top priority, so you will find our counselors are inviting and non-judgmental with those whom they serve. We enjoy providing new insight and guidance and prove to be individualized in meeting each client's needs.
(919) 372-0850 View (919) 372-0850
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Karen L Bieniek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University College of Behavioral Sciences, Twin Cities, Eagan, MN. I also have been a Licensed Practical Nurse, since 1990. I have completed education in sex therapy, from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menamonie, WI. I have been working since 2014 as a therapist. I also have experience working with veterans, and have worked in both acute inpatient psychiatric hospital and outpatient intensive therapy.
I am a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a Masters degree in Clinical Psychology from Argosy University College of Behavioral Sciences, Twin Cities, Eagan, MN. I also have been a Licensed Practical Nurse, since 1990. I have completed education in sex therapy, from University of Wisconsin-Stout, Menamonie, WI. I have been working since 2014 as a therapist. I also have experience working with veterans, and have worked in both acute inpatient psychiatric hospital and outpatient intensive therapy.
(919) 635-9072 View (919) 635-9072
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Toya Hauf
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
If you are struggling with mood, confidence, relationship, or productivity concerns, I bring a compassionate, results-oriented approach to help you experience a higher quality of life. I specialize in personal achievement, while addressing anxiety, depression, maladaptive habits and behaviors, and interpersonal situations that may be keeping you from your fullest potential. With decades of experience creating change and positive outcomes as a business owner and life coach, now as a psychotherapist I provide you an environment to confidently and comfortably reach your best self.
If you are struggling with mood, confidence, relationship, or productivity concerns, I bring a compassionate, results-oriented approach to help you experience a higher quality of life. I specialize in personal achievement, while addressing anxiety, depression, maladaptive habits and behaviors, and interpersonal situations that may be keeping you from your fullest potential. With decades of experience creating change and positive outcomes as a business owner and life coach, now as a psychotherapist I provide you an environment to confidently and comfortably reach your best self.
(828) 826-1418 View (828) 826-1418
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Tina Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
Looking for a therapist can feel like a daunting task! My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, heard, and supported. I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 24 years of experience providing therapy to women, through my work at Duke. I work with women who are coping with anxiety, mild to moderate depression, and/or chronic health issues. I have extensive experience working with issues related to complex trauma, difficult early childhood experiences, and low self-esteem. I provide a safe and supportive environment, in which to discuss difficult topics, as you are ready.
Looking for a therapist can feel like a daunting task! My goal is to help you feel safe, seen, heard, and supported. I am a licensed clinical social worker with more than 24 years of experience providing therapy to women, through my work at Duke. I work with women who are coping with anxiety, mild to moderate depression, and/or chronic health issues. I have extensive experience working with issues related to complex trauma, difficult early childhood experiences, and low self-esteem. I provide a safe and supportive environment, in which to discuss difficult topics, as you are ready.
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Jessica Cartwright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LISW-CP, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Accepting new clients. Welcome! Jessica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice, who earned her Bachelor of Art in Psychology from North Carolina State University and her Master of Social Work from a joint multicultural clinical program between The University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University. Jessica has provided individual, family, and group therapy in a variety of different settings throughout her career such as school-based, hospital: inpatient and outpatient, family agency, and private practice.
Accepting new clients. Welcome! Jessica is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and a Licensed Independent Social Worker-Clinical Practice, who earned her Bachelor of Art in Psychology from North Carolina State University and her Master of Social Work from a joint multicultural clinical program between The University of North Carolina at Greensboro and North Carolina Agricultural and Technical University. Jessica has provided individual, family, and group therapy in a variety of different settings throughout her career such as school-based, hospital: inpatient and outpatient, family agency, and private practice.
(336) 815-4706 View (336) 815-4706
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Kate Kehayes
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606
I am thrilled to announce that I joined Obsidian Care Collective in December, 2023 as telehealth clinical psychotherapist. My practice is informed by my lived experience as a person with neurodivergence who uses a bionic arm. I love supporting others who may inhabit differently abled bodies as we seek enjoyment and liberation through education, support, and accommodation. I maintain a passion for removing barriers and increasing access for anyone seeking self-improvement. As your therapist, I will create a healthy supportive alliance with you, utilizing transparency, humor, and radical acceptance for exploring our authentic selves.
I am thrilled to announce that I joined Obsidian Care Collective in December, 2023 as telehealth clinical psychotherapist. My practice is informed by my lived experience as a person with neurodivergence who uses a bionic arm. I love supporting others who may inhabit differently abled bodies as we seek enjoyment and liberation through education, support, and accommodation. I maintain a passion for removing barriers and increasing access for anyone seeking self-improvement. As your therapist, I will create a healthy supportive alliance with you, utilizing transparency, humor, and radical acceptance for exploring our authentic selves.
(919) 769-3715 View (919) 769-3715
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Yolonda Bledsoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
Are you frustrated with family, friends, love life, or lack thereof? Are you struggling to create and/or maintain friendships? We aren't always able to choose the challenges we face in life, and, as a result, we may feel overwhelmed and powerless to change them. If you are struggling with communication in your relationships or have trouble creating and/or maintaining boundaries, I can help. Let's explore these challenges together, work on new ways to approach them, and examine how you can learn from these challenges to support improved relationships and decrease frustration.
Are you frustrated with family, friends, love life, or lack thereof? Are you struggling to create and/or maintain friendships? We aren't always able to choose the challenges we face in life, and, as a result, we may feel overwhelmed and powerless to change them. If you are struggling with communication in your relationships or have trouble creating and/or maintaining boundaries, I can help. Let's explore these challenges together, work on new ways to approach them, and examine how you can learn from these challenges to support improved relationships and decrease frustration.
(919) 695-3576 View (919) 695-3576
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Brittanie White
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606  (Online Only)
I work with all kinds of clients and I like to make sure that I am a good fit for each of them. I work hard to make the therapeutic process as comfortable as possible by using multiple modalities to personalize the best approach for each individual.
I work with all kinds of clients and I like to make sure that I am a good fit for each of them. I work hard to make the therapeutic process as comfortable as possible by using multiple modalities to personalize the best approach for each individual.
(910) 565-8629 View (910) 565-8629
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Mandy Balmadrid
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Raleigh, NC 27606
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that specializes in working with adults (18+) who are experiencing anxiety, attachment issues, depression, grief/loss, infertility, midlife transitions, parenthood struggles, perinatal/postpartum mood disorders, and trauma. I believe working through some of the most difficult times in our life requires additional support. You deserve that so you can heal and feel like yourself again.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker that specializes in working with adults (18+) who are experiencing anxiety, attachment issues, depression, grief/loss, infertility, midlife transitions, parenthood struggles, perinatal/postpartum mood disorders, and trauma. I believe working through some of the most difficult times in our life requires additional support. You deserve that so you can heal and feel like yourself again.
(984) 733-1241 View (984) 733-1241
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Ben Morton
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LCAS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Raleigh, NC 27606
Working in diverse treatment settings have helped shaped my therapeutic framework as well as the people who I enjoy working with. My therapeutic framework in integrative and holistic where I incorporate mind, body, and spirit into our work. My client's will typically have experiences of or identify as people who use drugs or have a history of substance use, members of the LBTQIA+ community, millennials, children of emotionally immature parents, high achievers, dysregulated nervous systems, Spiritual/curious about spirituality, past trauma, new at therapy, and anticapitalist/social justice advocates.
Working in diverse treatment settings have helped shaped my therapeutic framework as well as the people who I enjoy working with. My therapeutic framework in integrative and holistic where I incorporate mind, body, and spirit into our work. My client's will typically have experiences of or identify as people who use drugs or have a history of substance use, members of the LBTQIA+ community, millennials, children of emotionally immature parents, high achievers, dysregulated nervous systems, Spiritual/curious about spirituality, past trauma, new at therapy, and anticapitalist/social justice advocates.
(919) 355-9820 View (919) 355-9820
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.