Chronic Pain Therapists in Mechanicsburg, PA
Vanessa C Selby
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (Online Only)
I specialize in treating anxiety, panic, and OCD; headache and chronic pain conditions; stress-related and stressful medical conditions.
If you're feeling stuck and frustrated that you can't seem to manage your life the way you would like, it may be time to seek help. Many people struggle and suffer unnecessarily, when all they need is a fresh perspective, a nudge in the right direction, or a new skill or two to help them reach their goals. With a focus on acceptance and empowerment, my goal in working with you will be to help you understand and accept where you are and how you got there, then establish goals for moving toward the life you desire.
I specialize in treating anxiety, panic, and OCD; headache and chronic pain conditions; stress-related and stressful medical conditions.
If you're feeling stuck and frustrated that you can't seem to manage your life the way you would like, it may be time to seek help. Many people struggle and suffer unnecessarily, when all they need is a fresh perspective, a nudge in the right direction, or a new skill or two to help them reach their goals. With a focus on acceptance and empowerment, my goal in working with you will be to help you understand and accept where you are and how you got there, then establish goals for moving toward the life you desire.
Cynthia Bartok
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Waitlist for new clients
I primarily use cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy to address anxiety, depression, chronic pain, anger, occupational stress, sleep disturbance, and many other adult client concerns.
I have over 20 years of clinical experience. I earned my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Pacific Graduate School of Professional Psychology-Palo Alto.
I primarily use cognitive behavioral and dialectical behavioral therapy to address anxiety, depression, chronic pain, anger, occupational stress, sleep disturbance, and many other adult client concerns.
I have over 20 years of clinical experience. I earned my Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology from Pacific Graduate School of Professional Psychology-Palo Alto.
Lindsey Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (Online Only)
I have experience working with clients struggling with chronic pain, medical issues, anxiety, and depression.
Making the decision to begin therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist is an important step in the process. My primary role is to empower you, the client, to make desired changes in your life. You are worth it!
I have experience working with clients struggling with chronic pain, medical issues, anxiety, and depression.
Making the decision to begin therapy takes courage and finding the right therapist is an important step in the process. My primary role is to empower you, the client, to make desired changes in your life. You are worth it!
Jared L Young
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PsyD, LCSW, CAADC, CCM
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
My counseling practice focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication within families, couples and individuals. My passion is helping clients manage life transitions, loss, anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, addictions, and chronic illness. I approach therapy in a collaborative process, your participation plays an integral role in how therapy progresses. Together, we will establish goals and plans that we feel are attainable and will best meet your needs. I believe individuals and families are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives based on strengths they already possess. Our work together will enhance your existing resources.
My counseling practice focuses on improving interpersonal relationships and communication within families, couples and individuals. My passion is helping clients manage life transitions, loss, anxiety, anger, depression, family conflict, addictions, and chronic illness. I approach therapy in a collaborative process, your participation plays an integral role in how therapy progresses. Together, we will establish goals and plans that we feel are attainable and will best meet your needs. I believe individuals and families are capable of making meaningful changes in their lives based on strengths they already possess. Our work together will enhance your existing resources.
Sarah Miller LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
I have more than 10 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields, with specific focus on coping with illness, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
Navigating these challenging times can often feel impossible. You’re not alone! Whether you are grieving the loss of a dear friend or loved one, coping with changes in relationships and routines, facing a chronic illness that is making it hard to even get out of bed some days, or you just feel stuck, overwhelmed, and don’t see a way through your circumstances, I’m here to help! Together, we can develop tools that will prove to be a steady anchor, allowing you to weather life’s future storms.
I have more than 10 years of experience in the medical and mental health fields, with specific focus on coping with illness, depression, anxiety, grief and loss.
Navigating these challenging times can often feel impossible. You’re not alone! Whether you are grieving the loss of a dear friend or loved one, coping with changes in relationships and routines, facing a chronic illness that is making it hard to even get out of bed some days, or you just feel stuck, overwhelmed, and don’t see a way through your circumstances, I’m here to help! Together, we can develop tools that will prove to be a steady anchor, allowing you to weather life’s future storms.
Sheryl Johnson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
I have experience in helping people dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, OCD, depression, illness, grief and loss, stress, anger, and this includes justice involved situations.
Accepting New Clients! No one told us that being an adult is so hard. There are so many ups and downs, responsibilities, bills to pay and people counting us. Work stress, personal stress, it can be tough just getting through the day. Do you have problems with depression, anxiety or past traumas that just make life harder. Sometimes we get so caught up in day-to-day life that we forget to stop and take care of ourselves. Maybe it’s time to stop and re-assess your situation, and start working on making some positive changes in your life. Asking for help is the first step.
I have experience in helping people dealing with trauma, PTSD, anxiety, OCD, depression, illness, grief and loss, stress, anger, and this includes justice involved situations.
Accepting New Clients! No one told us that being an adult is so hard. There are so many ups and downs, responsibilities, bills to pay and people counting us. Work stress, personal stress, it can be tough just getting through the day. Do you have problems with depression, anxiety or past traumas that just make life harder. Sometimes we get so caught up in day-to-day life that we forget to stop and take care of ourselves. Maybe it’s time to stop and re-assess your situation, and start working on making some positive changes in your life. Asking for help is the first step.
Alair A. Altiero
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (Online Only)
I see psychotherapy as a process of discovery between two people that can yield great personal growth and transformation. I aim to promote a safe, supportive and trusting psychotherapeutic relationship that facilitates the exploration of areas of difficulty, hurt, and vulnerability. I work to guide my clients to have insights into their own unproductive behaviors from new perspectives, have increased confidence, and gain self-acceptance. I ask probing questions and point out inconsistencies while providing feedback, advice, insights, and observations.
I see psychotherapy as a process of discovery between two people that can yield great personal growth and transformation. I aim to promote a safe, supportive and trusting psychotherapeutic relationship that facilitates the exploration of areas of difficulty, hurt, and vulnerability. I work to guide my clients to have insights into their own unproductive behaviors from new perspectives, have increased confidence, and gain self-acceptance. I ask probing questions and point out inconsistencies while providing feedback, advice, insights, and observations.
Nicole Woods
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, MSW, CEDS
Verified Verified
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Welcome. At Northeastern Counseling Services we understand that life can sometimes be overwhelming, stressful, and challenging. From experiencing everyday stress to feelings of anxiety and depression- our skilled and experienced licensed counselors can help provide you with the client-centered, tailored support you need to achieve emotional and behavioral well-being. At Northeastern Counseling Services we pride ourselves on taking a complete and thoughtful approach to your emotional and behavioral wellness goals. We look forward to assisting you in enhancing the life you ideally imagine living.
Welcome. At Northeastern Counseling Services we understand that life can sometimes be overwhelming, stressful, and challenging. From experiencing everyday stress to feelings of anxiety and depression- our skilled and experienced licensed counselors can help provide you with the client-centered, tailored support you need to achieve emotional and behavioral well-being. At Northeastern Counseling Services we pride ourselves on taking a complete and thoughtful approach to your emotional and behavioral wellness goals. We look forward to assisting you in enhancing the life you ideally imagine living.
Zoë Endicott
Counselor, MS, LCMHCA, NCC, PMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050 (Online Only)
Life is hard (especially right now!). Many of us have encountered loss and disappointment that is oout of our control. But the difference between grief and trauma is very often the support we receive during these periods and the meaning we make of these losses. I work with clients using a highly effective, evidence based treatment called EMDR to help clear away trauma and experience more joy and ease in daily life. I have advanced training in perinatal mental health and specialize in supporting individuals and couples during the complex transition into parenthood and the losses that may accompany it.
Life is hard (especially right now!). Many of us have encountered loss and disappointment that is oout of our control. But the difference between grief and trauma is very often the support we receive during these periods and the meaning we make of these losses. I work with clients using a highly effective, evidence based treatment called EMDR to help clear away trauma and experience more joy and ease in daily life. I have advanced training in perinatal mental health and specialize in supporting individuals and couples during the complex transition into parenthood and the losses that may accompany it.
Cachara and Associates LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
We are a small, private psychological practice providing services in both the Carlisle and Chambersburg areas. We are passionate about our work. We view our therapeutic relationship as the medium in which change happens, allowing your time spent in therapy to be beneficial and worthwhile for you and/or your child. We work with a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, depression, situational stress, childhood trauma, grief/loss, behavioral disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders as well as perinatal health.
We are a small, private psychological practice providing services in both the Carlisle and Chambersburg areas. We are passionate about our work. We view our therapeutic relationship as the medium in which change happens, allowing your time spent in therapy to be beneficial and worthwhile for you and/or your child. We work with a variety of presenting problems including anxiety, depression, situational stress, childhood trauma, grief/loss, behavioral disorders, ADHD, autism spectrum disorders as well as perinatal health.
Amanda Levison
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LMHC, LPC
Verified Verified
9 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Life can get a little overwhelming at times. Whether it's stress at work, problems at home, or you just haven't been feeling like yourself; therapy can help. I help by engaging with individuals and families by providing guidance and support through active listening and communication to overcome obstacles, utilizing calming techniques and guided imagery through Neurofeedback to alleviate symptoms related to health and behavior conditions. It also improves focus, attention, and memory by training your brain to maximize achievement, performance, and productivity.
Life can get a little overwhelming at times. Whether it's stress at work, problems at home, or you just haven't been feeling like yourself; therapy can help. I help by engaging with individuals and families by providing guidance and support through active listening and communication to overcome obstacles, utilizing calming techniques and guided imagery through Neurofeedback to alleviate symptoms related to health and behavior conditions. It also improves focus, attention, and memory by training your brain to maximize achievement, performance, and productivity.
Downtown Counseling Center LLC
PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Downtown Counseling Center (DCC) has specialty trained providers whose mission is to provide an individually tailored therapy experience to address the concerns of our clients. Our providers use empirically supported, research based interventions to help children, adolescents, adults or families reach treatment goals.
Downtown Counseling Center (DCC) has specialty trained providers whose mission is to provide an individually tailored therapy experience to address the concerns of our clients. Our providers use empirically supported, research based interventions to help children, adolescents, adults or families reach treatment goals.
Jewish Family Service of Greater Harrisburg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsburg, PA 17050
Now more than ever, we know how important it is to reach out for help if you need it. If you are going through a difficult time and feel overwhelmed or simply want to make improvements, why not take the first steps to sit down and talk to someone? Our capable, nonjudgmental clinicians offer therapy services for all stages of life. Mynd Works has 3 full time therapists, and 2 part time therapists. Please visit our website to view their profiles.
Now more than ever, we know how important it is to reach out for help if you need it. If you are going through a difficult time and feel overwhelmed or simply want to make improvements, why not take the first steps to sit down and talk to someone? Our capable, nonjudgmental clinicians offer therapy services for all stages of life. Mynd Works has 3 full time therapists, and 2 part time therapists. Please visit our website to view their profiles.
Becky Thebes
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
Thank you for visiting my page. I know it can be difficult to reach out for professional support when life is feeling out of control or one is feeling stuck. Feeling sad or anxious can be part of life that sometimes one does not have the tools to overcome. I want to offer you a safe harbor to be able to explore your negative thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. Through a collaborative effort we will work to relieve feelings of being stuck and improve your over all wellbeing.
Thank you for visiting my page. I know it can be difficult to reach out for professional support when life is feeling out of control or one is feeling stuck. Feeling sad or anxious can be part of life that sometimes one does not have the tools to overcome. I want to offer you a safe harbor to be able to explore your negative thoughts and feelings you are experiencing. Through a collaborative effort we will work to relieve feelings of being stuck and improve your over all wellbeing.
Nichole Nugent
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055
I know how difficult it can be to talk about painful and vulnerable moments in our lives; how intense it can feel to experience uncomfortable emotions. It is important to have someone who is not going to judge or criticize us when we are going through tough times. I value the importance of creating a comforting and open environment that will allow you the opportunity to better understand yourself and grow towards a happier, more fulfilling future. I believe in collaboratively working together to find ways to manage stress, initiate change, or cope with constant worry, intense sadness, and overwhelming anxiety.
I know how difficult it can be to talk about painful and vulnerable moments in our lives; how intense it can feel to experience uncomfortable emotions. It is important to have someone who is not going to judge or criticize us when we are going through tough times. I value the importance of creating a comforting and open environment that will allow you the opportunity to better understand yourself and grow towards a happier, more fulfilling future. I believe in collaboratively working together to find ways to manage stress, initiate change, or cope with constant worry, intense sadness, and overwhelming anxiety.
Hannah Ray
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Mechanicsburg, PA 17055 (Online Only)
I provide individualized counseling approaches, primarily using trauma-informed practices, attachment theory, and cognitive-behavioral skill principles. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of this process. I value connecting with clients in personable ways that allows for humor, transparency, and strength based focus.
I provide individualized counseling approaches, primarily using trauma-informed practices, attachment theory, and cognitive-behavioral skill principles. I believe the therapeutic relationship is the most important part of this process. I value connecting with clients in personable ways that allows for humor, transparency, and strength based focus.
More Therapists Nearby
Pyramid Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCS, CSW
Verified Verified
Harrisburg, PA 17101
Waitlist for new clients
Services provided include: substance abuse and other addictions, emotional struggles, anger management, gender specific issues, military families, grief and loss, chronic illness, pain management, life skills, phase of life issues, etc.
I am pleased to offer both in-office and web-based therapy services in Maine and web-based services in Pennsylvania. I am committed to applying multiple levels and approaches of intervention to the resolution of problems determined by me and my client. The goal is to increase emotional stability and daily functioning progressively step by step on a broad based foundation of individualized treatment planning with concrete measurable and attainable goals. Respect, privacy and ethics are of utmost importance in my practice. Please visit my list of service provided below. I look forward to working with you.
Services provided include: substance abuse and other addictions, emotional struggles, anger management, gender specific issues, military families, grief and loss, chronic illness, pain management, life skills, phase of life issues, etc.
I am pleased to offer both in-office and web-based therapy services in Maine and web-based services in Pennsylvania. I am committed to applying multiple levels and approaches of intervention to the resolution of problems determined by me and my client. The goal is to increase emotional stability and daily functioning progressively step by step on a broad based foundation of individualized treatment planning with concrete measurable and attainable goals. Respect, privacy and ethics are of utmost importance in my practice. Please visit my list of service provided below. I look forward to working with you.
Destiny Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Harrisburg, PA 17109
My areas of expertise are stress and anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, and chronic pain.
Sometimes we have a clear view of the problem and other times we only know that something just does not feel right. My goal is to help your child unravel issues and confusing emotions to move towards healing. I will work with you as the parent during your child's treatment process to provide you with tools to utilize at home. I am a highly experienced therapist who specializes in working with parents, teens, and tweens.
My areas of expertise are stress and anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic illness, and chronic pain.
Sometimes we have a clear view of the problem and other times we only know that something just does not feel right. My goal is to help your child unravel issues and confusing emotions to move towards healing. I will work with you as the parent during your child's treatment process to provide you with tools to utilize at home. I am a highly experienced therapist who specializes in working with parents, teens, and tweens.
Mindful Way Counseling
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MAC
Verified Verified
Grantham, PA 17027
This work is meaningful to me because I get to walk alongside people breaking free of painful patterns and moving towards feeling comfortable with life and themselves. As a counselor I have extensive experience in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain and addictions. I utilize mindfulness-based approaches to help clients cultivate mind-body awareness and create emotional well-being. Getting to underlying issues of shame, loss of control and grief changes lives. When therapy works, there's more than just insight; people feel it in their body as well as in their mind.
This work is meaningful to me because I get to walk alongside people breaking free of painful patterns and moving towards feeling comfortable with life and themselves. As a counselor I have extensive experience in working with people struggling with depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain and addictions. I utilize mindfulness-based approaches to help clients cultivate mind-body awareness and create emotional well-being. Getting to underlying issues of shame, loss of control and grief changes lives. When therapy works, there's more than just insight; people feel it in their body as well as in their mind.
Elizabeth (Beth) Browning
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lemoyne, PA 17043
I have over twenty years’ experience working with individuals and families in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, illness, parenting, and much more.
At some point, you may find yourself in need of a little extra support. Maybe someone non-judgmental to listen to you and to hear what you have to say. Perhaps you need a safe space to process something with a therapist who can help you find your own answers. If you are feeling out of control or if you are struggling with life’s challenges, seeking help is an excellent way to start the process of healing. Together, however, we can work collaboratively to identify and reach your goals to create essential changes in your life.
I have over twenty years’ experience working with individuals and families in trauma, PTSD, anxiety, depression, illness, parenting, and much more.
At some point, you may find yourself in need of a little extra support. Maybe someone non-judgmental to listen to you and to hear what you have to say. Perhaps you need a safe space to process something with a therapist who can help you find your own answers. If you are feeling out of control or if you are struggling with life’s challenges, seeking help is an excellent way to start the process of healing. Together, however, we can work collaboratively to identify and reach your goals to create essential changes in your life.
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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.