Chronic Pain Therapists in Suffolk County, NY
Jaclyn Levine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Smithtown, NY 11787
My past experience includes working with people who have chronic and persistent mental illness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works to diagnose and treat adolescents, adults, children and families. My specialization is on chronic health conditions/chronic pain. I have learned that people with "invisible illnesses" are often overlooked and misunderstood. My goal is to help people feel heard. Throughout my experience, I have learned that everyone needs and deserves a personalized approach to their treatment and recovery. I have found that this helps individuals tremendously with their treatment and I strive to provide that for you.
My past experience includes working with people who have chronic and persistent mental illness.
I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who works to diagnose and treat adolescents, adults, children and families. My specialization is on chronic health conditions/chronic pain. I have learned that people with "invisible illnesses" are often overlooked and misunderstood. My goal is to help people feel heard. Throughout my experience, I have learned that everyone needs and deserves a personalized approach to their treatment and recovery. I have found that this helps individuals tremendously with their treatment and I strive to provide that for you.
Kathleen DiMartino
Licensed Master Social Worker, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
I work with individuals who suffer from physical, mental, and emotional pain.
Life can be both painful and challenging, but that does not mean that you have to go through it alone. Therapy is often a great place to start (or continue) when we are in need of some extra support.
I work with individuals who suffer from physical, mental, and emotional pain.
Life can be both painful and challenging, but that does not mean that you have to go through it alone. Therapy is often a great place to start (or continue) when we are in need of some extra support.
M Teresa Silva
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Deer Park, NY 11729
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and use complementary approaches for the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, panic and adjustment disorders.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well being. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
I specialize in cognitive behavioral therapy and use complementary approaches for the treatment of anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, panic and adjustment disorders.
Today you are one step closer to a new you where you feel empowered and on a positive path to growth and well being. If you're looking for extra support and guidance through a challenging situation, I look forward to working with you to achieve your goals.
Carline M Napolitano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, R, BCD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Cold Spring Harbor, NY 11724
Waitlist for new clients
Using emotionally focused treatment, I help people clarify needs, develop improved coping strategies and heal from conditions such as anxiety, depression, and chronic illness.
There is no need to face some of life's challenges alone. The mission of my practice is to offer individuals, couples and families, a safe place to explore all of life's possibilities.
Using emotionally focused treatment, I help people clarify needs, develop improved coping strategies and heal from conditions such as anxiety, depression, and chronic illness.
There is no need to face some of life's challenges alone. The mission of my practice is to offer individuals, couples and families, a safe place to explore all of life's possibilities.
Jacqueline L Renda
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Are you looking to create a richer, more fulfilling life? Whether you're moving through one of life's many transitions, having relationship problems, or suffering from an illness like depression, anxiety, or chronic pain, I have the experience and skills to join you to explore the barriers that may be both hindering you as well as creating additional suffering in your experience. In therapy, I will support you to identify your strengths and build new skills and behaviors to support your goals and to enhance your well-being.
Are you looking to create a richer, more fulfilling life? Whether you're moving through one of life's many transitions, having relationship problems, or suffering from an illness like depression, anxiety, or chronic pain, I have the experience and skills to join you to explore the barriers that may be both hindering you as well as creating additional suffering in your experience. In therapy, I will support you to identify your strengths and build new skills and behaviors to support your goals and to enhance your well-being.
Nancy L Cerullo, LCSW-R, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Port Jefferson, NY 11777
Reaching out for help can be scary. I aim to make that process a smooth one with support and encouragement. I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience as a therapist. My clients come to me with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, illness in themselves or a loved one, and much more. What I see time and time again that they have in common is a feeling of powerlessness. Whether it be over their symptoms, their family members, relationships and even themselves. I help them to understand themselves and their circumstances more fully.
Reaching out for help can be scary. I aim to make that process a smooth one with support and encouragement. I am a Clinical Social Worker with over 20 years of experience as a therapist. My clients come to me with a wide range of concerns, such as depression, anxiety, relationship issues, illness in themselves or a loved one, and much more. What I see time and time again that they have in common is a feeling of powerlessness. Whether it be over their symptoms, their family members, relationships and even themselves. I help them to understand themselves and their circumstances more fully.
Ira Kalina
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Centerport, NY 11721
I help couples avoid the pain and terrible cost of a breakup, and assist them in building a more stable and intimate connection.
During these difficult economic times, an experienced and sensitive therapist may be just what you need to help you with individual, marriage, and family psychological issues. I am a licensed psychologist, a supervisor and trainer of marriage and family therapy students at Hofstra University, and have over 35 years of experience working with patients who have experienced financial stress, depression, anxiety, difficult relationships, medical issues, loss, and grief.
I help couples avoid the pain and terrible cost of a breakup, and assist them in building a more stable and intimate connection.
During these difficult economic times, an experienced and sensitive therapist may be just what you need to help you with individual, marriage, and family psychological issues. I am a licensed psychologist, a supervisor and trainer of marriage and family therapy students at Hofstra University, and have over 35 years of experience working with patients who have experienced financial stress, depression, anxiety, difficult relationships, medical issues, loss, and grief.
Catherine Nobile
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Babylon, NY 11702
Therapy is a space to feel safe in your pain while gaining awareness and learning strategies to build a meaningful life. Are you feeling overwhelmed and under resourced? Does it feel like you can’t get your feet under you? Are you struggling with feeling alone and isolated? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are in the right place. While suffering is inevitable, there is a path forward. It is true that the work is up to you, but there is no reason to do it alone. Your emotions are yours – and by virtue of being emotions, they are coming from a valid and worthwhile place.
Therapy is a space to feel safe in your pain while gaining awareness and learning strategies to build a meaningful life. Are you feeling overwhelmed and under resourced? Does it feel like you can’t get your feet under you? Are you struggling with feeling alone and isolated? If you answered yes to any of these questions, you are in the right place. While suffering is inevitable, there is a path forward. It is true that the work is up to you, but there is no reason to do it alone. Your emotions are yours – and by virtue of being emotions, they are coming from a valid and worthwhile place.
Dr.Teresa Bryant
RN, LNC, PhD
Verified Verified
Hauppauge, NY 11788
Over 30 years experience of counseling individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, marital and/or relationship issues, family conflicts, coping skills, mental illness, attachment disorder, post traumatic syndrome, abuse and other challenges of daily life. My approach is to work collaboratively with my clients, creating positive change in a non judgmental environment. This approach will allow me to teach you new effective ways of dealing with life's challenges while counseling clients in a clean, comfortable, caring, and supportive atmosphere
Over 30 years experience of counseling individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, low self esteem, marital and/or relationship issues, family conflicts, coping skills, mental illness, attachment disorder, post traumatic syndrome, abuse and other challenges of daily life. My approach is to work collaboratively with my clients, creating positive change in a non judgmental environment. This approach will allow me to teach you new effective ways of dealing with life's challenges while counseling clients in a clean, comfortable, caring, and supportive atmosphere
Suzanne Loftus
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CCTP
Verified Verified
Blue Point, NY 11715
Some of the areas I work with include but are not limited to: communication, depression, anxiety, stress/anger management, PTSD/Trauma, chronic illness, conflict resolution, grief, trust, infidelity, forgiveness and intimacy.
I have nearly 20 years of experience treating individuals (children and adults), couples, families and groups. My treatment approach is rooted in reducing emotional distress, restoring life balance, improving self-awareness and helping to create more meaningful relationships in your life. I will provide you tools to help reduce and reframe unhealthy and potentially damaging thoughts, resulting in improved comfort with yourself and within your relationships. We will develop a conflict resolution plan to reduce relationship distress and to learn to use your bodily cues as a tool in understanding your own habitual responses.
Some of the areas I work with include but are not limited to: communication, depression, anxiety, stress/anger management, PTSD/Trauma, chronic illness, conflict resolution, grief, trust, infidelity, forgiveness and intimacy.
I have nearly 20 years of experience treating individuals (children and adults), couples, families and groups. My treatment approach is rooted in reducing emotional distress, restoring life balance, improving self-awareness and helping to create more meaningful relationships in your life. I will provide you tools to help reduce and reframe unhealthy and potentially damaging thoughts, resulting in improved comfort with yourself and within your relationships. We will develop a conflict resolution plan to reduce relationship distress and to learn to use your bodily cues as a tool in understanding your own habitual responses.
Christy Bush
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melville, NY 11747 (Online Only)
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and finding the right therapist can be even harder. I’m here to help! I have dedicated the past 9 years working with clients to create a safe and supportive environment to explore their thoughts and feelings, while developing healthy coping skills. I have experience working with a wide range of ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds, specializing in Depression, Anxiety, Pre and Postpartum, Child Development/Behavioral Issues, Anger Management, Decision Making, ADHD/OCD, Intrusive Thoughts, Self-esteem, Concrete Functioning, Chronic Illness, Adjustment to End of Life & Relationship/Family Issues.
Starting therapy can feel overwhelming and finding the right therapist can be even harder. I’m here to help! I have dedicated the past 9 years working with clients to create a safe and supportive environment to explore their thoughts and feelings, while developing healthy coping skills. I have experience working with a wide range of ages, ethnicities, and backgrounds, specializing in Depression, Anxiety, Pre and Postpartum, Child Development/Behavioral Issues, Anger Management, Decision Making, ADHD/OCD, Intrusive Thoughts, Self-esteem, Concrete Functioning, Chronic Illness, Adjustment to End of Life & Relationship/Family Issues.
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Donna E Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
East Setauket, NY 11733
Areas of specialization include: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, women's issues, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment issues, separation and divorce, addiction and recovery, co-dependency, ACOA, chronic illness, cancer patients and their families, aging, job stress and bereavement.
I view therapy as a collaborative process that facilitates communication, problem-solving and self-exploration, which leads to lasting change in relationships and life. As a clinical psychologist in practice for over 27 years, I have learned that while no single type of therapy works for everyone, a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is essential to achieving growth and change. We use this relationship to learn about how you feel and behave in other significant relationships. Therapy becomes a place to try new ways of communicating and to develop new ways of seeing things. Ultimately, therapy leads to taking healthy risks in relationships and life.
Areas of specialization include: depression, anxiety, relationship issues, women's issues, post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), adjustment issues, separation and divorce, addiction and recovery, co-dependency, ACOA, chronic illness, cancer patients and their families, aging, job stress and bereavement.
I view therapy as a collaborative process that facilitates communication, problem-solving and self-exploration, which leads to lasting change in relationships and life. As a clinical psychologist in practice for over 27 years, I have learned that while no single type of therapy works for everyone, a strong, trusting therapeutic relationship is essential to achieving growth and change. We use this relationship to learn about how you feel and behave in other significant relationships. Therapy becomes a place to try new ways of communicating and to develop new ways of seeing things. Ultimately, therapy leads to taking healthy risks in relationships and life.
Daniel J Sapen
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington, NY 11743
No matter the changing weather of your soul, no matter the pain, fear, and stuckness, there is, perhaps, no better thing than to be curious about yourself, and motivated to step outside your own box. You are far more than a collection of problems; you LIVE, and your life has intertwined with those of many others, helping create both. Lean in, explore...in the process, you will become more truly yourself. Become more creative, freer to love, and in touch with what matters to you. I'll help make therapy a different, positive kind of relationship, in which you can discover and apply your personal truth to a better life.
No matter the changing weather of your soul, no matter the pain, fear, and stuckness, there is, perhaps, no better thing than to be curious about yourself, and motivated to step outside your own box. You are far more than a collection of problems; you LIVE, and your life has intertwined with those of many others, helping create both. Lean in, explore...in the process, you will become more truly yourself. Become more creative, freer to love, and in touch with what matters to you. I'll help make therapy a different, positive kind of relationship, in which you can discover and apply your personal truth to a better life.
Empowering Insights Mental Health Counseling PLLC
Counselor, LMHC, CASAC, MBA
Verified Verified
Holbrook, NY 11741
What does it mean to live a happy and content life? Free of emotional pain? Each of us have a unique answer to this question. I have developed an intimate understanding of why we have a hard time answering this question. A good counselor helps you identify these barriers and find ways to minimize them. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I have found success in empowering my clients to gain insight and help them develop new realizations that maximizes their potential to answer this question. I believe there are a few skills that make empowerment possible. When you develop these skills, all doors open and nothing can stop you
What does it mean to live a happy and content life? Free of emotional pain? Each of us have a unique answer to this question. I have developed an intimate understanding of why we have a hard time answering this question. A good counselor helps you identify these barriers and find ways to minimize them. As a Licensed Mental Health Counselor, I have found success in empowering my clients to gain insight and help them develop new realizations that maximizes their potential to answer this question. I believe there are a few skills that make empowerment possible. When you develop these skills, all doors open and nothing can stop you
Jennifer Bohr-Cuevas LCSW, PC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PC
Not Verified Not Verified
Port Jefferson Station, NY 11776
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years experience working with children, adolescents and families. My areas of specialty are children and adolescents with developmental disabilities, autism, chronic illness, mental illness, anxiety, depression and trauma. I am a Disaster Mental Health Worker for the Red Cross. I do regular television&radio appearances on various news outlets, such as Cablevision News 12, NEWSMAX, CBS & WFAN, to provide psychological commentary on multiple topics. http://longisland.news12.com/story/36068113/study-shows-suicide-numbers-for-teen-girls-at-40-year-high#.W-gsjm6KHUM.email.
I'm a licensed clinical social worker with 25 years experience working with children, adolescents and families. My areas of specialty are children and adolescents with developmental disabilities, autism, chronic illness, mental illness, anxiety, depression and trauma. I am a Disaster Mental Health Worker for the Red Cross. I do regular television&radio appearances on various news outlets, such as Cablevision News 12, NEWSMAX, CBS & WFAN, to provide psychological commentary on multiple topics. http://longisland.news12.com/story/36068113/study-shows-suicide-numbers-for-teen-girls-at-40-year-high#.W-gsjm6KHUM.email.
Herb Cohen
Art Therapist, ATR-BC, LCAT, EMDR, Cert
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntington, NY 11743
I treat people who are suffering because of neglect, abuse or trauma and struggling with emotional regulation, substance abuse or addiction, self injury, eating disorders and phobias. I can facilitate use of spirituality and help people connect to meaning in their lives. I use EMDR, Brain Spotting and Heart Centered Hypnotherapy to get to deeply rooted issues for a complete resolution of traumatic history. I have ways to undiagnosed chronic pain, TMJ, migraines and other head pain. Crime Victims can receive therapy from me free of charge if they go through OVS -NYS Office of Victim Services.
I treat people who are suffering because of neglect, abuse or trauma and struggling with emotional regulation, substance abuse or addiction, self injury, eating disorders and phobias. I can facilitate use of spirituality and help people connect to meaning in their lives. I use EMDR, Brain Spotting and Heart Centered Hypnotherapy to get to deeply rooted issues for a complete resolution of traumatic history. I have ways to undiagnosed chronic pain, TMJ, migraines and other head pain. Crime Victims can receive therapy from me free of charge if they go through OVS -NYS Office of Victim Services.
Eleanor Palma
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Bayport, NY 11705
I have been a licensed psychologist for more than 25 years, and am certified in hypnosis by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I have expertise in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma related disorders, and treatment of chronic pain. I utilize an active, solution oriented approach to therapy, which can include behavioral management, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and hypnosis.
I have been a licensed psychologist for more than 25 years, and am certified in hypnosis by the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis. I have expertise in anxiety disorders, depression, trauma related disorders, and treatment of chronic pain. I utilize an active, solution oriented approach to therapy, which can include behavioral management, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, EMDR, mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and hypnosis.
Tara Anne Maddalena
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Northport, NY 11768
My clients have had various struggles, such as depression, anxiety, sexual identity crises, life transition struggles (school, adolescence, college, marriage) trauma, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, and separation/loss.
Change and growth are tough. My goal as your therapist is to aide you to move from being stuck in your life to creating a life that is in alignment with your true self. I would be honored to assist you and/or your child in gaining the skills and insight necessary for your growth.
My clients have had various struggles, such as depression, anxiety, sexual identity crises, life transition struggles (school, adolescence, college, marriage) trauma, chronic illness, relationship difficulties, and separation/loss.
Change and growth are tough. My goal as your therapist is to aide you to move from being stuck in your life to creating a life that is in alignment with your true self. I would be honored to assist you and/or your child in gaining the skills and insight necessary for your growth.
Stephanie R Mers
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LMSW, CSSW
Not Verified Not Verified
Huntington, NY 11743
Some of the conflicts that we all most commonly experience, for example are: marital, premarital and parenting issues, death and dying, anxiety, depression, "feeling stuck", sexuality, intimacy, incest and sexual abuse, chronic illness and/or pain, post traumatic stress disorders, and school based problems, among others.
My practice, although eclectic, is deeply rooted in a family systems approach incorporating the exploration of the individual's roles and behaviors from both the past and present that influence various current and/or repetitive unwanted behaviors. My belief in working through the therapeutic process, by implementing a systems modality, is to work with clients to help them in the process of change for a more positive, productive and healthier life. I treat families, couples, individuals, children and groups as needed in a compassionate and caring environment to address many of the aforementioned issues.
Some of the conflicts that we all most commonly experience, for example are: marital, premarital and parenting issues, death and dying, anxiety, depression, "feeling stuck", sexuality, intimacy, incest and sexual abuse, chronic illness and/or pain, post traumatic stress disorders, and school based problems, among others.
My practice, although eclectic, is deeply rooted in a family systems approach incorporating the exploration of the individual's roles and behaviors from both the past and present that influence various current and/or repetitive unwanted behaviors. My belief in working through the therapeutic process, by implementing a systems modality, is to work with clients to help them in the process of change for a more positive, productive and healthier life. I treat families, couples, individuals, children and groups as needed in a compassionate and caring environment to address many of the aforementioned issues.
Paul Alexander Klincewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-R
Verified Verified
Westhampton Beach, NY 11978
Paul is a seasoned therapist with 35 years of experience in the behavioral health field with a specialization in grief and loss. Having worked in private practice for over 25 years, he is practical and compassionate as he guides you to navigate solutions and insights. Paul has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, lack of direction, relational issues, illness and life transitions. Paul has dedicated his life to helping others improve their lives and considers it to be a privilege to be invited into his client’s inner lives and to accompany them on their journey through healing, change and self-empowerment.
Paul is a seasoned therapist with 35 years of experience in the behavioral health field with a specialization in grief and loss. Having worked in private practice for over 25 years, he is practical and compassionate as he guides you to navigate solutions and insights. Paul has extensive experience working with anxiety, depression, lack of direction, relational issues, illness and life transitions. Paul has dedicated his life to helping others improve their lives and considers it to be a privilege to be invited into his client’s inner lives and to accompany them on their journey through healing, change and self-empowerment.
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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.