Chronic Pain Therapists in Allen, TX
Elizaveta Leeper
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LCDC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013 (Online Only)
I hold dual licensure in Mental Health and Addiction treatment and am passionate about treating both, especially from a preventative standpoint in chronic pain patients.
You’re tired of being told something like: - "You're just burnt out.” - " It's tough for everyone right now.” - "Have you tried getting more sleep/yoga/eating “clean”?" And now you’re wondering, “What am I supposed to do?” Among a sea of confusing advice and credentials, you’re really hoping to find a grounded, real, human therapist who won’t BS you. With my wide working experience in different levels of psychiatric & medical care, professional training, and personal lived experience, my ultimate goal for each session is for you to feel truly seen and understood, and have a personalized plan for moving forward with your life.
I hold dual licensure in Mental Health and Addiction treatment and am passionate about treating both, especially from a preventative standpoint in chronic pain patients.
You’re tired of being told something like: - "You're just burnt out.” - " It's tough for everyone right now.” - "Have you tried getting more sleep/yoga/eating “clean”?" And now you’re wondering, “What am I supposed to do?” Among a sea of confusing advice and credentials, you’re really hoping to find a grounded, real, human therapist who won’t BS you. With my wide working experience in different levels of psychiatric & medical care, professional training, and personal lived experience, my ultimate goal for each session is for you to feel truly seen and understood, and have a personalized plan for moving forward with your life.
Susan Kent-Arce, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
Waitlist for new clients
You will learn how to reduce your and eliminate suffering from pain in life.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your values and make real change in your life. Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, negative thoughts? Have your recently experienced a loss, relationship difficulties, or are caring for a loved one? Do you have poor boundaries with others? Are you unsure how to mange the transitions in your life? We will find the right balance of acceptance and change help you meet your goals towards your values and live a life that has purpose and meaning.
You will learn how to reduce your and eliminate suffering from pain in life.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your values and make real change in your life. Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, negative thoughts? Have your recently experienced a loss, relationship difficulties, or are caring for a loved one? Do you have poor boundaries with others? Are you unsure how to mange the transitions in your life? We will find the right balance of acceptance and change help you meet your goals towards your values and live a life that has purpose and meaning.
Jackie Burson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD or stress? It might be time to stop letting your temporary struggles become your-life long identity. We can work together to help identify the source of your pain and work towards living a less stressful life. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for teens and adults, we can learn how to recognize distorted thinking patterns to make lasting life changes. The first step is reaching out for help. Next it is important to find a therapist you connect with. I pride myself on providing a safe, non judgmental, supportive and empathic environment.
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression, trauma/PTSD or stress? It might be time to stop letting your temporary struggles become your-life long identity. We can work together to help identify the source of your pain and work towards living a less stressful life. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for teens and adults, we can learn how to recognize distorted thinking patterns to make lasting life changes. The first step is reaching out for help. Next it is important to find a therapist you connect with. I pride myself on providing a safe, non judgmental, supportive and empathic environment.
Rebekah Ellen Smith
LPC Associate, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Rebekah (Bekah) Smith is an LPC Associate supervised by Mysti Hively, LPC-S. Bekah enjoys counseling children (8+), adolescents, and adults who are navigating grief, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life transitions. Bekah also has a heart for counseling family members of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, those who have lost loved ones to suicide, those navigating loss of parents and children, and those walking through faith challenges. Bekah utilizes Biblical counseling as requested.
Rebekah (Bekah) Smith is an LPC Associate supervised by Mysti Hively, LPC-S. Bekah enjoys counseling children (8+), adolescents, and adults who are navigating grief, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life transitions. Bekah also has a heart for counseling family members of individuals with developmental and intellectual disabilities, those who have lost loved ones to suicide, those navigating loss of parents and children, and those walking through faith challenges. Bekah utilizes Biblical counseling as requested.
Joseph Dustin Cobb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
I received my Masters from University of Texas at Arlington in 2012. I have extensive experience and training in medical social work, dual diagnosis, and depressive disorders. I work with clients on a diverse spectrum of topics: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life stages, attachment and codependency, alcoholism, substance abuse, individuals living with disabilities, LGBT, gender dysphoria, and caregivers of people suffering from mental illness.
I received my Masters from University of Texas at Arlington in 2012. I have extensive experience and training in medical social work, dual diagnosis, and depressive disorders. I work with clients on a diverse spectrum of topics: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life stages, attachment and codependency, alcoholism, substance abuse, individuals living with disabilities, LGBT, gender dysphoria, and caregivers of people suffering from mental illness.
Charles Vela
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013 (Online Only)
Greetings! My name is Charles Vela, and it has been my life’s passion to support and encourage individuals in living their fullest life and healing from past trauma. I received my undergraduate degree in philosophy and psychology at the University of Texas-Austin and went on to my graduate studies at UTRGV. I have experience counseling and working in social work settings and have been able to work with an array of amazing individuals ranging from couples, children, veterans of foreign wars, and families. I help clients struggling with anxiety, panic disorders, PTSD, trauma, chronic pain, and depression.
Greetings! My name is Charles Vela, and it has been my life’s passion to support and encourage individuals in living their fullest life and healing from past trauma. I received my undergraduate degree in philosophy and psychology at the University of Texas-Austin and went on to my graduate studies at UTRGV. I have experience counseling and working in social work settings and have been able to work with an array of amazing individuals ranging from couples, children, veterans of foreign wars, and families. I help clients struggling with anxiety, panic disorders, PTSD, trauma, chronic pain, and depression.
Helen E Chalmers
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75002
I am trained in EMDR and can use it to treat trauma, OCD, chronic pain, and more.
You don't feel like yourself, and haven't for a while. You're looking for someone to talk to who will really listen to you. I will help you to identify what is bothering you, and together we can come up with a plan to help you make the changes you want. I am relaxed and easy to talk to, while still helping you meet your goals. I will help you get rid of thoughts or behaviors that are troubling you. I provide a warm, safe environment for individuals seeking growth and change.
I am trained in EMDR and can use it to treat trauma, OCD, chronic pain, and more.
You don't feel like yourself, and haven't for a while. You're looking for someone to talk to who will really listen to you. I will help you to identify what is bothering you, and together we can come up with a plan to help you make the changes you want. I am relaxed and easy to talk to, while still helping you meet your goals. I will help you get rid of thoughts or behaviors that are troubling you. I provide a warm, safe environment for individuals seeking growth and change.
Aimee Thompson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCTP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Life is hard and pain is incredibly real.
Are you stuck in some aspect of life? Imagine a future where you experience the freedom to do what you struggle to do now. Seeking help in the hard times is the bravest and wisest investment you can make. Life is hard for all of us and I know it takes courage just to be on this site. What's happened to you and its impact is just part of your story, you can write the next chapter. I counsel women ages 12 and up and specialize in working with anxiety, shame and trauma. I am licensed to do teletherapy for those living in Texas and Florida. My in person therapy office is in Texas. Send me an email to find out more information.
Life is hard and pain is incredibly real.
Are you stuck in some aspect of life? Imagine a future where you experience the freedom to do what you struggle to do now. Seeking help in the hard times is the bravest and wisest investment you can make. Life is hard for all of us and I know it takes courage just to be on this site. What's happened to you and its impact is just part of your story, you can write the next chapter. I counsel women ages 12 and up and specialize in working with anxiety, shame and trauma. I am licensed to do teletherapy for those living in Texas and Florida. My in person therapy office is in Texas. Send me an email to find out more information.
Ketamine Assisted Psychotherapy At True Soul Tammy Leday
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, LCDC, NCC, KAP
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013 (Online Only)
Individuals who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and addiction would benefit from mindfulness tools—recognizing that decreasing the symptoms associated with these stressors will bring more quality to your life, including your relationships and careers.
Clarity is kind. It is empowering to KNOW things! This clarity gives us a platform to plan, adjust, and ultimately enjoy this life. Meeting life’s transitions with kindness will allow you to create the life you want! My role in this healing relationship is to support your journey. These first steps are the most challenging. We will use tools to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and addictive tendencies that prevent you from living your best life. Use the HEADWAY link to schedule an appointment.
Individuals who struggle with trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, and addiction would benefit from mindfulness tools—recognizing that decreasing the symptoms associated with these stressors will bring more quality to your life, including your relationships and careers.
Clarity is kind. It is empowering to KNOW things! This clarity gives us a platform to plan, adjust, and ultimately enjoy this life. Meeting life’s transitions with kindness will allow you to create the life you want! My role in this healing relationship is to support your journey. These first steps are the most challenging. We will use tools to reduce anxiety, stress, depression, and addictive tendencies that prevent you from living your best life. Use the HEADWAY link to schedule an appointment.
Blake Danner
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, LPC-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
I have a passion for helping those with dealing with relationship conflict, spiritual trauma, chronic illness, caregiving fatigue, and faith crises. I am also comfortable with working through the many forms that depression, anxiety, loneliness, and grief can take. I am dedicated to meeting you wherever you might be in your life journey, especially in those periods of transition that can prove trying. I believe that we all have the ability to make positive and healthy changes in those difficult places of our lives—sometimes, we just need extra tools and encouragement to help us! You don’t have to walk through these challenges alone.
I have a passion for helping those with dealing with relationship conflict, spiritual trauma, chronic illness, caregiving fatigue, and faith crises. I am also comfortable with working through the many forms that depression, anxiety, loneliness, and grief can take. I am dedicated to meeting you wherever you might be in your life journey, especially in those periods of transition that can prove trying. I believe that we all have the ability to make positive and healthy changes in those difficult places of our lives—sometimes, we just need extra tools and encouragement to help us! You don’t have to walk through these challenges alone.
Katherine Bell (Tx Lic# 71390)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
As a survivor of trauma, divorce, chronic illness, depression, & anxiety, I've learned that recognizing your mistakes isn't always enough to correct them.
Healing can mean diving deep into your past. Those depths can be a scary, painful place, but there’s treasure, too. You're created in God’s image, uniquely wired to be like no one else, with gifts and strengths to discover. I welcome you to a safe space to explore yourself. You’re free to be completely, unashamedly YOU... w/out the masks that hide what's beneath the surface. I'll listen, offer validation, show acceptance/grace, & encourage you to take those first steps towards becoming the YOU God intended. Learn to extend grace to yourself as you discover the life you’ve always wanted. Saturday appts available, BCBS accepted.
As a survivor of trauma, divorce, chronic illness, depression, & anxiety, I've learned that recognizing your mistakes isn't always enough to correct them.
Healing can mean diving deep into your past. Those depths can be a scary, painful place, but there’s treasure, too. You're created in God’s image, uniquely wired to be like no one else, with gifts and strengths to discover. I welcome you to a safe space to explore yourself. You’re free to be completely, unashamedly YOU... w/out the masks that hide what's beneath the surface. I'll listen, offer validation, show acceptance/grace, & encourage you to take those first steps towards becoming the YOU God intended. Learn to extend grace to yourself as you discover the life you’ve always wanted. Saturday appts available, BCBS accepted.
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Unleashing Hope Counseling, PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPC-S
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Trying to find the elusive "work-life balance" before social distancing and schools being shut down was hard enough! Now with the coronavirus we are struggling even more with increased anxiety, difficulty sleeping, feeling isolated, kids arguing about everything, and no way to get out and socialize or utilize our previous modes of coping. You do not have to walk this new path alone! We offer tele-therapy sessions to anywhere in the state of Texas...whether you are needing short-term help to just get through this public health crisis or more long-term therapeutic work; we would be honored to assist you.
Trying to find the elusive "work-life balance" before social distancing and schools being shut down was hard enough! Now with the coronavirus we are struggling even more with increased anxiety, difficulty sleeping, feeling isolated, kids arguing about everything, and no way to get out and socialize or utilize our previous modes of coping. You do not have to walk this new path alone! We offer tele-therapy sessions to anywhere in the state of Texas...whether you are needing short-term help to just get through this public health crisis or more long-term therapeutic work; we would be honored to assist you.
Abida Minhas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
"Hardship often prepares an ordinary person for an extraordinary destiny" (C.S. Lewis). Often, life stressors can be so overwhelming and we lose sight of ourselves within the stress. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you through such stressors, and eventually overcome them. Whether, this is going through a life-altering event, overcoming trauma, or just finding ways to manage your life, I am committed to helping you find that happiness at the end.
"Hardship often prepares an ordinary person for an extraordinary destiny" (C.S. Lewis). Often, life stressors can be so overwhelming and we lose sight of ourselves within the stress. As a therapist, my goal is to assist you through such stressors, and eventually overcome them. Whether, this is going through a life-altering event, overcoming trauma, or just finding ways to manage your life, I am committed to helping you find that happiness at the end.
Community Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, CSC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.
Need help now? Call our caring staff today to discover how we can provide you solutions for life. Our team of counselors work together helping you with the most effective tools and resources possible! Our director has over 25 years of experience and a recognized national expert. We offer Solution Focused Counseling, CBT, & DBT interventions for adults, couples, children, teens, and families! If you or someone you love is struggling with depression, anxiety, marital issues, family conflict, grief, ADHD, trauma or other life challenges, we are here to provide a supportive, relaxing environment, and opportunities for change.
Megan Novak
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
Finding the right fitting counselor, someone you click with can be challenging. Break away from the usual counseling approach with a neurodivergent, person-centered, and LGBTQ-affirming counselor. With a blend of professional expertise and personal understanding, I specialize in autistic adults, ADHD, trauma, and dissociation (DID/OSDD). Learn to navigate your goals, responsibilities, and relationships with newfound confidence and joy as we celebrate your authentic self and empower you to advocate for your needs.
Finding the right fitting counselor, someone you click with can be challenging. Break away from the usual counseling approach with a neurodivergent, person-centered, and LGBTQ-affirming counselor. With a blend of professional expertise and personal understanding, I specialize in autistic adults, ADHD, trauma, and dissociation (DID/OSDD). Learn to navigate your goals, responsibilities, and relationships with newfound confidence and joy as we celebrate your authentic self and empower you to advocate for your needs.
Emily Claire Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MS, LPC-A
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013
Do you feel stuck? Is the weight of the world too much to bear? We are not meant to struggle alone. Life’s pains, mistakes, and failures do not have to define who you are. You are called to be more. Emily "Claire" Moore is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate supervised by Mysti Hively, MA, LPC-S. As an empathetic, compassionate counselor, I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are by creating a nonjudgemental, warm environment for my clients to be themselves.
Do you feel stuck? Is the weight of the world too much to bear? We are not meant to struggle alone. Life’s pains, mistakes, and failures do not have to define who you are. You are called to be more. Emily "Claire" Moore is a Licensed Professional Counselor- Associate supervised by Mysti Hively, MA, LPC-S. As an empathetic, compassionate counselor, I am dedicated to meeting my clients where they are by creating a nonjudgemental, warm environment for my clients to be themselves.
Jaclynn VanWinkle Lpc-Associate
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75013 (Online Only)
Take a deep breath and take this one step at a time. You are getting closer now to your dream of a good life, free from fear, capable and in touch with who you are. Wherever you are in your healing journey, please keep going! It can be so overwhelming reading through the descriptions online and wondering who is the right person to help you with your needs. It is my privilege to equip you with the skills necessary to maintain a healthy mindset and empower you to implement each step along the way. We are better when we work together!
Take a deep breath and take this one step at a time. You are getting closer now to your dream of a good life, free from fear, capable and in touch with who you are. Wherever you are in your healing journey, please keep going! It can be so overwhelming reading through the descriptions online and wondering who is the right person to help you with your needs. It is my privilege to equip you with the skills necessary to maintain a healthy mindset and empower you to implement each step along the way. We are better when we work together!
Meier Clinics of Texas
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
The Meier Clinics has been serving DFW for over 40 years, and currently provides the following services: The "Catalyst" Day Program is for adults, ages 18-65, who struggle with major depression, anxiety, dependencies, stress, dysfunctional relationships, abuse, loss, and more. Catalyst is the perfect opportunity to find healing and wholeness in a short amount of time. Led by our caring clinical staff, it includes group, individual, and family therapy, as well as psychological testing, and daily medication management.
The Meier Clinics has been serving DFW for over 40 years, and currently provides the following services: The "Catalyst" Day Program is for adults, ages 18-65, who struggle with major depression, anxiety, dependencies, stress, dysfunctional relationships, abuse, loss, and more. Catalyst is the perfect opportunity to find healing and wholeness in a short amount of time. Led by our caring clinical staff, it includes group, individual, and family therapy, as well as psychological testing, and daily medication management.
Bethany Sanders
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013
Are you really hard on yourself? Do you often see the world as very black and white, right or wrong? Have you been called a perfectionist? Do these qualities put a strain on your relationships? It is exhausting to try to measure up to these expectations that the world puts on us, or even worse, that we put on ourselves. By engaging in a therapeutic relationship, my hope is for you to find self-compassion and freedom.
Are you really hard on yourself? Do you often see the world as very black and white, right or wrong? Have you been called a perfectionist? Do these qualities put a strain on your relationships? It is exhausting to try to measure up to these expectations that the world puts on us, or even worse, that we put on ourselves. By engaging in a therapeutic relationship, my hope is for you to find self-compassion and freedom.
Jillian E. Calip-Malone
Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Allen, TX 75013 (Online Only)
The ideal client is willing to learn, open, and flexible. This is a person on a journey who has a desire for a shift in thinking, feeling and behaving. Anyone can meet these qualifications on a good day. Many of us require support on a bad day. The ideal client is prepared to face obstacles, open to the possibilities, and willing to try.
The ideal client is willing to learn, open, and flexible. This is a person on a journey who has a desire for a shift in thinking, feeling and behaving. Anyone can meet these qualifications on a good day. Many of us require support on a bad day. The ideal client is prepared to face obstacles, open to the possibilities, and willing to try.
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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.