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Steve M Reedy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NMT, RYT, RMT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75219
I've had success with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidality, sexual issues, ADHD, chronic pain, addiction, and other issues.
A relationship seldom gets better on its own, but we often “hope” that it will. Don’t wait until you loose hope to seek relationship counseling, or counseling for any other issues you may be facing. The longer you wait, the more difficult each day can become. Self-help books often generalize, and medication often fails to deal with the cause of the imbalance. With counseling, I provide a personalized examination of your issues so that you may learn how to overcome them and create a life of relationships and experiences that you will greet with great enthusiasm.
I've had success with individuals dealing with depression, anxiety, suicidality, sexual issues, ADHD, chronic pain, addiction, and other issues.
A relationship seldom gets better on its own, but we often “hope” that it will. Don’t wait until you loose hope to seek relationship counseling, or counseling for any other issues you may be facing. The longer you wait, the more difficult each day can become. Self-help books often generalize, and medication often fails to deal with the cause of the imbalance. With counseling, I provide a personalized examination of your issues so that you may learn how to overcome them and create a life of relationships and experiences that you will greet with great enthusiasm.
(214) 317-4068 View (214) 317-4068
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Healing Mind Psychiatry PLLC
PA-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
Now Accepting NEW Clients! Welcome to Healing Mind Psychiatry, where our goal is to offer compassionate, thorough, and individualized mental health services. We know how intimidating it might be to seek professional assistance for mental health issues. Our clinic offers a wide range of services to both adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of mental health conditions. As a result, our team of skilled mental health providers are committed to fostering a secure and welcoming environment for every client who enters our doors. From depression and anxiety, bipolar illness & ADHD, our specialists have the knowledge to help you.
Now Accepting NEW Clients! Welcome to Healing Mind Psychiatry, where our goal is to offer compassionate, thorough, and individualized mental health services. We know how intimidating it might be to seek professional assistance for mental health issues. Our clinic offers a wide range of services to both adolescents and adults dealing with a variety of mental health conditions. As a result, our team of skilled mental health providers are committed to fostering a secure and welcoming environment for every client who enters our doors. From depression and anxiety, bipolar illness & ADHD, our specialists have the knowledge to help you.
(214) 241-4684 View (214) 241-4684
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Sunrise Counseling
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75248
Sunrise Counseling is an outpatient mental health group practice in North Dallas. At Sunrise Counseling we work with children, adolescents, and adults. Our therapists have years of experience in working with both individuals as well as couples. We have five therapists that have various specialties including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, pain management, sport psychology, infertility, perinatal loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, anger management, and faith based counseling.
Sunrise Counseling is an outpatient mental health group practice in North Dallas. At Sunrise Counseling we work with children, adolescents, and adults. Our therapists have years of experience in working with both individuals as well as couples. We have five therapists that have various specialties including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief, ADHD, pain management, sport psychology, infertility, perinatal loss, postpartum depression and anxiety, anger management, and faith based counseling.
(972) 757-4929 View (972) 757-4929
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Gloria Ester Gonzalez
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75209
I have worked with children, teens, and adults with a variety of problems like families involved with CPS, parenting skills, mental illness, addiction treatment for individuals & their families, unemployed individuals (career counseling), depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, anger issues, bullying, marital problems, self-injury, abuse, grief, & many more.
There is not a specific type of therapeutic style or approach that works for everyone: age, ethnicity, all of this may play a part into stressors and how we cope with them. Therefore, the services are built around the individuals or family needs, focusing on strengths and values. I believe there is nothing we can’t overcome and the first step is seeking the help. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity. If you’re reading this, then you’re already on your way to change. Life is full of challenges, struggles, and stressful situations. WE have all been there before.
I have worked with children, teens, and adults with a variety of problems like families involved with CPS, parenting skills, mental illness, addiction treatment for individuals & their families, unemployed individuals (career counseling), depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, anger issues, bullying, marital problems, self-injury, abuse, grief, & many more.
There is not a specific type of therapeutic style or approach that works for everyone: age, ethnicity, all of this may play a part into stressors and how we cope with them. Therefore, the services are built around the individuals or family needs, focusing on strengths and values. I believe there is nothing we can’t overcome and the first step is seeking the help. Therapy is about acquiring the tools we need when faced with adversity. If you’re reading this, then you’re already on your way to change. Life is full of challenges, struggles, and stressful situations. WE have all been there before.
(325) 221-2847 View (325) 221-2847
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Mathias Ngwa
Psychological Associate, PsyD, ABSNP, LPA, ICP
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75249
Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
Are you looking for a psychological/neuropsychological evaluation and/or a medication free treatment for attention, sleep, migraine, anxiety, depression, stress, PTSD, headache, or traumatic brain injury problems? Are you a struggling learner seeking ways to improve performance at school, sports or work? Do you have a history of autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, fetal alcohol syndrome, language and communication problems, Down’s Syndrome, epilepsy, traumatic brain injury, concussion, stroke, memory difficulties, chronic illness, motor and balance coordination, developmental delay, Parkinson’s, or multiple sclerosis?
(682) 204-6546 View (682) 204-6546
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Jenny (Jennifer) Rette Russell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, RPT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75205
I’m also certified in Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT) which is a new form of therapy that rapidly alleviates emotional distress as well as physical pain.
Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
I’m also certified in Emotional Transformation Therapy (ETT) which is a new form of therapy that rapidly alleviates emotional distress as well as physical pain.
Stuck? Lost? Broken? If what you are trying isn’t working I would love to work with you to promote change. I see people ages 3 to 103 for struggles in their family relationships, medical trauma, previous abuse, self harm, behavior difficulties, and whatever else comes up along the way. I’m a registered play therapist with years of experience in trauma of all sorts, including medical trauma. Additionally I focused my research in graduate school on siblings of chronically ill children as they often by necessity have less time with their parents which can have a variety of outcomes similar to chronic trauma.
(214) 692-2562 View (214) 692-2562
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Jennifer Sparks
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CSAT, SEP
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75287
In life, we will experience pain. I am passionate about helping people recover from, and resolve, the various traumas of life. Together, we reduce the stress surrounding, and find relief from, unresolved trauma, often held in the mind AND the body. I work alongside clients who are struggling with the various manifestations of Trauma, Complex Trauma, PTSD, and early Developmental Trauma. I enjoy working with those suffering from symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Anxiety, Panic, Impulsivity, Dissociation, Mood Disorders, Attachment Wounds, Betryal, Sex & Love Addiction, and Somatic concerns.
In life, we will experience pain. I am passionate about helping people recover from, and resolve, the various traumas of life. Together, we reduce the stress surrounding, and find relief from, unresolved trauma, often held in the mind AND the body. I work alongside clients who are struggling with the various manifestations of Trauma, Complex Trauma, PTSD, and early Developmental Trauma. I enjoy working with those suffering from symptoms of Borderline Personality Disorder, Dissociative Identity Disorder, Anxiety, Panic, Impulsivity, Dissociation, Mood Disorders, Attachment Wounds, Betryal, Sex & Love Addiction, and Somatic concerns.
(972) 853-8317 View (972) 853-8317
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Casey Leamy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LCDC, EMDR
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75252
Nothing in life is one size fits all; therapy is no exception. My first priority is to establish a trusting relationship with you, then together create goals tailored to your individual needs. As humans, we tend to shy away from uncomfortable, unwanted, or overwhelming feelings/thoughts. We all develop habits to cope; sometimes those habits may no longer be helpful. In a non-judgmental and safe environment, we will work together, unlock your potential and create the change you desire. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and fully trained in EMDR in Texas.
Nothing in life is one size fits all; therapy is no exception. My first priority is to establish a trusting relationship with you, then together create goals tailored to your individual needs. As humans, we tend to shy away from uncomfortable, unwanted, or overwhelming feelings/thoughts. We all develop habits to cope; sometimes those habits may no longer be helpful. In a non-judgmental and safe environment, we will work together, unlock your potential and create the change you desire. I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Licensed Chemical Dependency Counselor and fully trained in EMDR in Texas.
(469) 778-4625 View (469) 778-4625
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Frederick L Theobald
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP, CSAT, EMDR, IMAGO
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75238
I am offering telehealth sessions using internet and telephone options! I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with yindividuals and couples struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
I am offering telehealth sessions using internet and telephone options! I believe that you are endowed with the power and energy to overcome any obstacle in life but sometimes, when overwhelmed with life's challenges, you lose contact with your own power. I can help you regain balance in life and regain forward momentum to living the life you are destined to live. I am particularly interested in working with yindividuals and couples struggling with life transitions, those who are walking through loss, and those struggling with addictions and/or substance abuse.
(214) 960-2478 View (214) 960-2478
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Lokahi Life Center, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, RN, MS(N)
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
We tailor specialized psychological therapies and/ or assessments to meet your goals as quickly as possible. Our strength is in the holistic care and broad range of expertise we provide to our patients. Our practitioners provide supportive and evidence-based in-office therapy, advanced assessment strategies, and teletherapy for teens and adults. Lokahi Life Center, PLLC is a nursing consultation and clinical psychology center focused on optimizing physical and mental health through current research-based methods. We believe everyone has the potential to achieve happiness and success.
We tailor specialized psychological therapies and/ or assessments to meet your goals as quickly as possible. Our strength is in the holistic care and broad range of expertise we provide to our patients. Our practitioners provide supportive and evidence-based in-office therapy, advanced assessment strategies, and teletherapy for teens and adults. Lokahi Life Center, PLLC is a nursing consultation and clinical psychology center focused on optimizing physical and mental health through current research-based methods. We believe everyone has the potential to achieve happiness and success.
(972) 793-0247 View (972) 793-0247
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Provision Assessment & Psychotherapy, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75225
I guarantee you are not alone, no matter what you might be carrying. In both assessment and psychotherapy, I emphasize a relational, person-centered approach. In therapy, we will work together to heal from hardships and traumatic experiences. The goal is to empower you with the tools you need to regain hope and carry on, no matter how dark the experiences have colored your world. The wound is the place where the light enters you (Rumi). Objective information gathered from assessments helps bring the missing pieces together to complete the puzzle of mental/physical health complexities. I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
I guarantee you are not alone, no matter what you might be carrying. In both assessment and psychotherapy, I emphasize a relational, person-centered approach. In therapy, we will work together to heal from hardships and traumatic experiences. The goal is to empower you with the tools you need to regain hope and carry on, no matter how dark the experiences have colored your world. The wound is the place where the light enters you (Rumi). Objective information gathered from assessments helps bring the missing pieces together to complete the puzzle of mental/physical health complexities. I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
(214) 438-0226 View (214) 438-0226
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Work-in Therapy PLLC, Dr. Delenny D, LCSW, EdD
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, EdD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231  (Online Only)
It is not easy to ask for help, but sometimes we have to admit what we are doing may not be working. If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find what works. So that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. I aim to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or being criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
It is not easy to ask for help, but sometimes we have to admit what we are doing may not be working. If you are dealing with depression, grief, loss, anxiety, or trauma, my goal is to help you find what works. So that you can be the best version of yourself and start to live a happier life. I aim to make therapy collaborative and comfortable. Because I understand the importance of talking to someone and not feeling judged or being criticized. Therapy is about healing, motivation, and empowerment.
(469) 457-3149 View (469) 457-3149
Photo of Sarah Keramati, Licensed Professional Counselor in Dallas, TX
Sarah Keramati
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC, CSAT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75231
My purpose is to guide and facilitate my clients in discovering the goodness and tenderness that we all possess inside ourselves. I work from a mindfulness-based practice of "being with what is," while teaching clients how to utilize their body as an ally in their healing journey. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, teens and families. In person or via Skype or phone.
My purpose is to guide and facilitate my clients in discovering the goodness and tenderness that we all possess inside ourselves. I work from a mindfulness-based practice of "being with what is," while teaching clients how to utilize their body as an ally in their healing journey. I provide counseling for individuals, couples, teens and families. In person or via Skype or phone.
(469) 256-6493 View (469) 256-6493
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Chris T Lorenc
Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC, CSAT, CPTT
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75244
I provide sexual addiction help in an atmosphere that is encouraging and accepting and meet the client and his or her family where they are. My specialty is sexual addiction, and I am a Dallas area Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) trained personally by Dr Patrick Carnes. I treat drug and alcohol dependence, and associated trauma, grief, and depression as well. I treat cybersex addiction, pornography addiction, multiple affairs, and other sexually compulsive behavior. Sexual addiction, like other addictions, affects the whole family system, especially the partner. I am a CPTT, Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as well.
I provide sexual addiction help in an atmosphere that is encouraging and accepting and meet the client and his or her family where they are. My specialty is sexual addiction, and I am a Dallas area Certified Sex Addiction Therapist (CSAT) trained personally by Dr Patrick Carnes. I treat drug and alcohol dependence, and associated trauma, grief, and depression as well. I treat cybersex addiction, pornography addiction, multiple affairs, and other sexually compulsive behavior. Sexual addiction, like other addictions, affects the whole family system, especially the partner. I am a CPTT, Certified Partner Trauma Therapist as well.
(972) 891-9820 View (972) 891-9820
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Laura L. Sparkman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75206
Just as a diabetic requires insulin and a person with vision impairment needs glasses, sometimes we benefit from emotional support to boost optimal brain health and function. Counseling is a safe, collaborative opportunity for you to take personal, self-care time assessing, processing and redefining your life. Learn to build skills to improve communication, social relationships, goal setting, decision making, time management, organization, work / life balance, self-esteem and any other issues preventing you from being the most authentic, successful, fulfilled version of yourself. Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC offers counseling, coaching and consulting services.
Just as a diabetic requires insulin and a person with vision impairment needs glasses, sometimes we benefit from emotional support to boost optimal brain health and function. Counseling is a safe, collaborative opportunity for you to take personal, self-care time assessing, processing and redefining your life. Learn to build skills to improve communication, social relationships, goal setting, decision making, time management, organization, work / life balance, self-esteem and any other issues preventing you from being the most authentic, successful, fulfilled version of yourself. Sparkman Counseling & Educational Consulting, PLLC offers counseling, coaching and consulting services.
(469) 414-3424 View (469) 414-3424
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Delta Shuman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, CPTT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75219
Within my work, I have adopted the therapeutic model of trauma recovery from Pia Mellody at The Meadows, as I witnessed firsthand how her Model of Developmental Immaturity has successfully and thoroughly addressed all forms of developmental trauma. I have been trained in Post Induction Therapy (PIT), a method to treat developmental immaturity through inner child and feeling reduction work. This method is used in workshops at The Meadows in Wickenburg, AZ, commonly known as the “Survivors Week.”. I have done specialized training with Dr. Ken Adams, focused on treating parent and adult child enmeshment issues.
Within my work, I have adopted the therapeutic model of trauma recovery from Pia Mellody at The Meadows, as I witnessed firsthand how her Model of Developmental Immaturity has successfully and thoroughly addressed all forms of developmental trauma. I have been trained in Post Induction Therapy (PIT), a method to treat developmental immaturity through inner child and feeling reduction work. This method is used in workshops at The Meadows in Wickenburg, AZ, commonly known as the “Survivors Week.”. I have done specialized training with Dr. Ken Adams, focused on treating parent and adult child enmeshment issues.
(469) 609-1083 View (469) 609-1083
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Holly Fedro
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75230
Holly and her staff of licensed therapists have extensive experience treating childhood disorders like ADHD/LD, Autism Spectrum, unipolar and bipolar depression, aggression, anxiety, oppositional behavior, attachment disorders, and social skill problems. We help parents develop positive behavior plans to reduce behavior difficulties at home and school. Marital and other family relationship issues are also addressed. We use a short term, cognitive behavioral approach to provide practical advise and proven strategies to help resolve problems as quickly and efficiently as possible.
Holly and her staff of licensed therapists have extensive experience treating childhood disorders like ADHD/LD, Autism Spectrum, unipolar and bipolar depression, aggression, anxiety, oppositional behavior, attachment disorders, and social skill problems. We help parents develop positive behavior plans to reduce behavior difficulties at home and school. Marital and other family relationship issues are also addressed. We use a short term, cognitive behavioral approach to provide practical advise and proven strategies to help resolve problems as quickly and efficiently as possible.
(972) 528-9164 View (972) 528-9164
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Noyau Wellness Center
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
If you've been struggling and feeling lost and hopeless about how to turn things around for yourself, it may feel impossible to figure out how to begin to heal and move forward in your life. Feelings of sadness, confusion, and anxiety can feel overwhelming, and you may worry that you will never feel happy and whole again. We are here to restore your hope and offer support, guidance, and understanding. We'll work with you to start building a path and a life towards happiness, success, and fulfillment in a warm and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
If you've been struggling and feeling lost and hopeless about how to turn things around for yourself, it may feel impossible to figure out how to begin to heal and move forward in your life. Feelings of sadness, confusion, and anxiety can feel overwhelming, and you may worry that you will never feel happy and whole again. We are here to restore your hope and offer support, guidance, and understanding. We'll work with you to start building a path and a life towards happiness, success, and fulfillment in a warm and nonjudgemental atmosphere.
(214) 499-9406 View (214) 499-9406
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Jeff Baldridge
Psychologist, PhD, CHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75231
An untapped potential to heal, to overcome and to excel lies within each of us. Unlocking this latent potential is at the core of my practice providing counseling as a psychologist in Dallas, Texas. My desire to bring clients faster, more effective and more enduring results led me to create a practice that bridges traditional therapy approaches, coaching techniques and medical hypnotherapy. As a result, you reduce stress, improve motivation and attain goals. By gaining insight and self-management tools, you can make lasting changes to your personal and professional life.
An untapped potential to heal, to overcome and to excel lies within each of us. Unlocking this latent potential is at the core of my practice providing counseling as a psychologist in Dallas, Texas. My desire to bring clients faster, more effective and more enduring results led me to create a practice that bridges traditional therapy approaches, coaching techniques and medical hypnotherapy. As a result, you reduce stress, improve motivation and attain goals. By gaining insight and self-management tools, you can make lasting changes to your personal and professional life.
(214) 717-6732 View (214) 717-6732
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Annalisa Blackham
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75209
Life is complex – often filled with positive experiences and also times of facing challenges. At times, it can feel overwhelming to manage some of those challenges on your own, and therapy can be a great source of support. I seek to create a space where you can understand more about yourself, the current challenges you are facing, and feel empowered in reaching your personal goals, hopes, and dreams. Therapy is most beneficial when you feel a sense of partnership and ownership in your process, from the first meeting, in setting your goals for therapy, and in setting a pace that supports your needs, healing, and growth.
Life is complex – often filled with positive experiences and also times of facing challenges. At times, it can feel overwhelming to manage some of those challenges on your own, and therapy can be a great source of support. I seek to create a space where you can understand more about yourself, the current challenges you are facing, and feel empowered in reaching your personal goals, hopes, and dreams. Therapy is most beneficial when you feel a sense of partnership and ownership in your process, from the first meeting, in setting your goals for therapy, and in setting a pace that supports your needs, healing, and growth.
(469) 715-4206 View (469) 715-4206
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.