Chronic Pain Therapists in 98144
Patricia Eslava Vessey
CHT, BA
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
Are you struggling with unhealthy habits and lack of motivation? Is pain and trauma from the past interfering with your life today? Are you struggling with anxiety, fears, shame, or depression and nothing has helped? Do you just want to feel worthy, confident, productive, empowered, and successful? If you are ready to heal your past, love yourself, and gain control of your thoughts, feelings, and behavior, I can help. Even though I don't accept insurance, you'll discover quicker, more effective, and longer-lasting results with the services I provide with fewer sessions Contact me and let's talk, so you can begin feeling better now.
Are you struggling with unhealthy habits and lack of motivation? Is pain and trauma from the past interfering with your life today? Are you struggling with anxiety, fears, shame, or depression and nothing has helped? Do you just want to feel worthy, confident, productive, empowered, and successful? If you are ready to heal your past, love yourself, and gain control of your thoughts, feelings, and behavior, I can help. Even though I don't accept insurance, you'll discover quicker, more effective, and longer-lasting results with the services I provide with fewer sessions Contact me and let's talk, so you can begin feeling better now.
Laura Weinstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, ATR-BC, CMHS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144
It's safe to say there is no one-size-fits-all way to come of age during a global pandemic and Youth Mental Health Crisis. As a youth and family art therapist, I am here to help, young adults, teens, and preteens learn to harness their strengths and turn them into coping skills they can use everyday to maintain emotional balance during these exceptionally stressful times. I am experienced in the full range of challenges facing young clients, but have particular expertise with depression / anxiety/ bi-polar disorder, major life transitions and stress, suicidal thoughts, gender exploration, PTSD, and chronic illness/ pain/ disability.
It's safe to say there is no one-size-fits-all way to come of age during a global pandemic and Youth Mental Health Crisis. As a youth and family art therapist, I am here to help, young adults, teens, and preteens learn to harness their strengths and turn them into coping skills they can use everyday to maintain emotional balance during these exceptionally stressful times. I am experienced in the full range of challenges facing young clients, but have particular expertise with depression / anxiety/ bi-polar disorder, major life transitions and stress, suicidal thoughts, gender exploration, PTSD, and chronic illness/ pain/ disability.
Hayden Hamilton, MD, Sealevel Pllc
MD, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144
I work with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, issues of personal identity (race/gender/sexuality orientation), and life transitions (relational/ academic/professional). Navigating into the depths of who we are reveals we are so much more than what we sense at the surface. Having support on our journey can allow us to develop tolerance for our full range of emotions, gain awareness of what we feel in our bodies, discover new insights into past events, expand our ability to discuss fears, increase empathy for ourselves, experience more meaningful relationships.
I work with adolescents and adults with anxiety, depression, grief, chronic pain, issues of personal identity (race/gender/sexuality orientation), and life transitions (relational/ academic/professional). Navigating into the depths of who we are reveals we are so much more than what we sense at the surface. Having support on our journey can allow us to develop tolerance for our full range of emotions, gain awareness of what we feel in our bodies, discover new insights into past events, expand our ability to discuss fears, increase empathy for ourselves, experience more meaningful relationships.
Gail Rosenberg
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
I am most interested in working with people who are wanting to more fully be themselves, who are wanting to face their feelings without depression or excessive anxiety and being themselves creatively and within relationships. I enjoy helping people to develop the resources to regulate their emotions and to tolerate the inevitable discomfort that comes with growth.
I am most interested in working with people who are wanting to more fully be themselves, who are wanting to face their feelings without depression or excessive anxiety and being themselves creatively and within relationships. I enjoy helping people to develop the resources to regulate their emotions and to tolerate the inevitable discomfort that comes with growth.
Sara Eagan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
Feeling lost? Craving change? In the midst of a difficult transition? My practice is focused on helping you thrive as you navigate these challenges. Using a compassionate, evidence-based approach, I will help you make meaningful changes, and I consider it an honor to be a part of that journey. Other areas of specialty include generalized anxiety, panic attacks, health-anxiety, eco-anxiety, relationship and occupational stress, health behavior changes, and adjustment to injury and acute or chronic health conditions. I also have an interest in using psychological strategies to optimize occupational and/or athletic performance.
Feeling lost? Craving change? In the midst of a difficult transition? My practice is focused on helping you thrive as you navigate these challenges. Using a compassionate, evidence-based approach, I will help you make meaningful changes, and I consider it an honor to be a part of that journey. Other areas of specialty include generalized anxiety, panic attacks, health-anxiety, eco-anxiety, relationship and occupational stress, health behavior changes, and adjustment to injury and acute or chronic health conditions. I also have an interest in using psychological strategies to optimize occupational and/or athletic performance.
Brien Wood
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMHC, LMFT
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98144
I am an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist with 18 years of experience specializing in relationship counseling and trauma, i.e. helping individuals heal from the wounds of a difficult childhood.
I am an Emotionally Focused Couples Therapist with 18 years of experience specializing in relationship counseling and trauma, i.e. helping individuals heal from the wounds of a difficult childhood.
Lizette Arroyo-Dillard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144
I wish to serve people of color and other marginalized groups who have experienced chronic oppression and injustices. I would love to work with individuals, couples and families who are ready to step into their power and reclaim their voice. I wish to serve those who are in need of healing and need assistance processing grief, loss, frustration and exhaustion from life's trials and adversities. Being a person of color poses many challenges in this country and seeking help from professionals who look or talk nothing like you makes it far more difficult. I see you and I'm here for you.
I wish to serve people of color and other marginalized groups who have experienced chronic oppression and injustices. I would love to work with individuals, couples and families who are ready to step into their power and reclaim their voice. I wish to serve those who are in need of healing and need assistance processing grief, loss, frustration and exhaustion from life's trials and adversities. Being a person of color poses many challenges in this country and seeking help from professionals who look or talk nothing like you makes it far more difficult. I see you and I'm here for you.
Harley Moore
Counselor, MA, LMHCA
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
Hello and thank you for reading! I am accepting new clients of all ages who are seeking virtual therapy anywhere in the state of Washington. I often work with queer and trans clients and those struggling with complex trauma. I am experienced in working with neurodivergent clients, teens and young adults, polyamorous clients, and formerly incarcerated folks.
Hello and thank you for reading! I am accepting new clients of all ages who are seeking virtual therapy anywhere in the state of Washington. I often work with queer and trans clients and those struggling with complex trauma. I am experienced in working with neurodivergent clients, teens and young adults, polyamorous clients, and formerly incarcerated folks.
Puget Sound Psychotherapy & Psychiatry
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144
We are taking new clients for both in-person & telehealth! We are a group private practice offering therapy & psychiatric services. We have four main areas of expertise: 1) Adult individuals facing a wide variety of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, and depression. 2) We have child, teen, and family therapist experts to assist in both kids as well as help with parenting difficulties, difficult transitions like divorce and death 3) We specialize in helping people have more satisfying relationships from adult children & their parents to all kinds of couples. 4) We provide psychiatric support & medication management.
We are taking new clients for both in-person & telehealth! We are a group private practice offering therapy & psychiatric services. We have four main areas of expertise: 1) Adult individuals facing a wide variety of difficulties including anxiety, trauma, and depression. 2) We have child, teen, and family therapist experts to assist in both kids as well as help with parenting difficulties, difficult transitions like divorce and death 3) We specialize in helping people have more satisfying relationships from adult children & their parents to all kinds of couples. 4) We provide psychiatric support & medication management.
Tracy L Stewart
Counselor, MA, MEd, LMHC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
I center the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and other world-majority cultures, and LGBTQIA+. I believe that deciding to seek support for life problems can be an important first step toward taking care of your self. I appreciate the opportunity to work with you to improve relationships, problem-solve, or reduce your suffering. I provide comprehensive services, building on your strengths to assist you in coping with educational, life change, or long-term problems.
I center the experiences of Black, Indigenous, and other world-majority cultures, and LGBTQIA+. I believe that deciding to seek support for life problems can be an important first step toward taking care of your self. I appreciate the opportunity to work with you to improve relationships, problem-solve, or reduce your suffering. I provide comprehensive services, building on your strengths to assist you in coping with educational, life change, or long-term problems.
Max Shannon
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98144 (Online Only)
PSYPACT. I am a licensed Psychologist and anxiety specialist serving under the PSYPACT license, and can practice in over 35 states in the USA . I specialize in treating Paruresus (shy bladder syndrome), panic disorder, sleep disorders and agoraphobia. I have extensive training in multiple evidence-based therapies, and experience with a wide array of issues adults face. I work in a collaborative way, and I am engaged and active in session. In our work, you will experience new approaches to your emotions, new ways to connect with yourself and others, and an understanding of how to continue your growth after therapy.
PSYPACT. I am a licensed Psychologist and anxiety specialist serving under the PSYPACT license, and can practice in over 35 states in the USA . I specialize in treating Paruresus (shy bladder syndrome), panic disorder, sleep disorders and agoraphobia. I have extensive training in multiple evidence-based therapies, and experience with a wide array of issues adults face. I work in a collaborative way, and I am engaged and active in session. In our work, you will experience new approaches to your emotions, new ways to connect with yourself and others, and an understanding of how to continue your growth after therapy.
Laurie Tsutakawa
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Seattle, WA 98144
Not accepting new clients
Are you overwhelmed? Struggling with anxiety, depression or grief? That life is too hard? Consistently frustrated that things you want don't happen? I'm here to help you untangle those stressors, so you can move forward into the life you deserve. Together we'll take an in-depth look at causes and triggers to find solutions that are logical and practical.
Are you overwhelmed? Struggling with anxiety, depression or grief? That life is too hard? Consistently frustrated that things you want don't happen? I'm here to help you untangle those stressors, so you can move forward into the life you deserve. Together we'll take an in-depth look at causes and triggers to find solutions that are logical and practical.
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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.