Chronic Pain Therapists in Aurora, CO
Melissa A Henston
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80010
Waitlist for new clients
The focus of my practice is on issues related to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and chronic pain and other physical health issues.
If you have been seeking solutions to problems without resolution, or you have tried therapy before without success, contact me to discuss a new path. People often look for ways to eliminate bad feelings, or ways to understand their past. You may have declared that you don't want certain things in your life; but as soon as you say that you don't want something the problems expand. I will work with you to find a workable solution - a way to live your life in accordance with your values, and to develop a willingness to be present in your life.
The focus of my practice is on issues related to depression, anxiety, substance abuse, trauma, and chronic pain and other physical health issues.
If you have been seeking solutions to problems without resolution, or you have tried therapy before without success, contact me to discuss a new path. People often look for ways to eliminate bad feelings, or ways to understand their past. You may have declared that you don't want certain things in your life; but as soon as you say that you don't want something the problems expand. I will work with you to find a workable solution - a way to live your life in accordance with your values, and to develop a willingness to be present in your life.
Center for Valued Living, PLLC
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LAC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
com for more): Polyamory, Sexual Issues, Addictions/Substance Abuse, OCD, ERP, Parenting/Family, Postpartum, Chronic Illness/Pain, Disordered Eating, Sexual issues, ADHD, Dom.
We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien!
com for more): Polyamory, Sexual Issues, Addictions/Substance Abuse, OCD, ERP, Parenting/Family, Postpartum, Chronic Illness/Pain, Disordered Eating, Sexual issues, ADHD, Dom.
We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien!
Center for Valued Living, PLLC
PsyD, LPC, LCSW, LMFT, LPCC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80015
com for more): Polyamory, Sexual Issues, Addictions/Substance Abuse, OCD, ERP, Parenting/Family, Postpartum, Chronic Illness/Pain, Disordered Eating, Sexual issues, ADHD, Dom.
We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien! Email us with this info: In-person or telehealth, Insurance, Age, describe needs to be addressed.
com for more): Polyamory, Sexual Issues, Addictions/Substance Abuse, OCD, ERP, Parenting/Family, Postpartum, Chronic Illness/Pain, Disordered Eating, Sexual issues, ADHD, Dom.
We are a group of highly-qualified mental health therapists serving all over CO via telehealth and in-person (offices in Aurora). Our licensed therapists and supervised LPCC/SWC/intern providers take most insurances including Medicaid. See c4vl.com or photo gallery for details on our clinicians, & specialties, insurances. We are committed to anti-racist, neurodivergent-affirming, and GLBTQIA+ allied practice. We have providers who speak Spanish, French, and Russian. Hablamos Espanol tambien! Email us with this info: In-person or telehealth, Insurance, Age, describe needs to be addressed.
Casey Counter
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, SWC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80015
Waitlist for new clients
I am a queer and fat therapist passionate about working with the queer and trans/non-binary community with a particular passion for working with young adults. My approach is guided by a wide variety of therapy modalities and I strive to create an individualized therapy plan for each client based on their specific needs and goals. I love working with folks who identify with the queer, trans, and/or non-binary communities and folks struggling with body love/weight insecurities, anxiety, chronic pain, religious trauma, medical trauma, disordered eating (especially atypical anorexia and ARFID), and ADHD (specifically in AFAB folks).
I am a queer and fat therapist passionate about working with the queer and trans/non-binary community with a particular passion for working with young adults. My approach is guided by a wide variety of therapy modalities and I strive to create an individualized therapy plan for each client based on their specific needs and goals. I love working with folks who identify with the queer, trans, and/or non-binary communities and folks struggling with body love/weight insecurities, anxiety, chronic pain, religious trauma, medical trauma, disordered eating (especially atypical anorexia and ARFID), and ADHD (specifically in AFAB folks).
Heidi Harmon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80016 (Online Only)
Hello, I’m Heidi and I’m delighted you’ve made this decision to search for the support and direction you need to reach your peak potential. If you are a teenager, or adult of any age, and are dealing with chronic pain, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or difficulty with navigating life transitions, there is help. Uplifting others around me to launch their own voyage of personal development is something I'm deeply passionate about; no one should confront difficulty alone. Even when it may feel insurmountable, I strongly believe that flourishing and growth can always be obtained.
Hello, I’m Heidi and I’m delighted you’ve made this decision to search for the support and direction you need to reach your peak potential. If you are a teenager, or adult of any age, and are dealing with chronic pain, trauma, PTSD, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, or difficulty with navigating life transitions, there is help. Uplifting others around me to launch their own voyage of personal development is something I'm deeply passionate about; no one should confront difficulty alone. Even when it may feel insurmountable, I strongly believe that flourishing and growth can always be obtained.
Melissa Friedman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014 (Online Only)
From relationships, depression, and anxiety to grief, sexuality, and career issues, the common characteristic is that I provide a safe place to really be heard – and to really be understood. As a result, we are able to address emotional pain, challenging situations, or anything which is keeping you from achieving happiness – and find effective ideas and solutions.
From relationships, depression, and anxiety to grief, sexuality, and career issues, the common characteristic is that I provide a safe place to really be heard – and to really be understood. As a result, we are able to address emotional pain, challenging situations, or anything which is keeping you from achieving happiness – and find effective ideas and solutions.
Heather E. DeKeyser-Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80015
My specialties include chronic illness, trauma, desire descrepancy, alternative lifestyles, sexual desire and functioning concerns, and helping clients communicate about their sexuality in a healthy way.
Our next Couples Intensive will be April 6 & 7th, 2024! Space is limited! Contact me if you are interested in our weekend-long intensive that helps couples deepen their connection, explore their desires, and enhance their sexual satisfaction in a safe, supportive, and guided environment!
My specialties include chronic illness, trauma, desire descrepancy, alternative lifestyles, sexual desire and functioning concerns, and helping clients communicate about their sexuality in a healthy way.
Our next Couples Intensive will be April 6 & 7th, 2024! Space is limited! Contact me if you are interested in our weekend-long intensive that helps couples deepen their connection, explore their desires, and enhance their sexual satisfaction in a safe, supportive, and guided environment!
Olive Tree Counseling
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MAC, LAC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80017
I offer therapy in English and Spanish for adults and adolescents, specializing in perinatal mental health, chronic pain and substance abuse.
Deciding to go to therapy can be intimidating, but is a courageous decision to make. Whether this is your first time coming to treatment or a repeat, I want to congratulate you for having the self awareness and strength to create a positive change for your future!
I offer therapy in English and Spanish for adults and adolescents, specializing in perinatal mental health, chronic pain and substance abuse.
Deciding to go to therapy can be intimidating, but is a courageous decision to make. Whether this is your first time coming to treatment or a repeat, I want to congratulate you for having the self awareness and strength to create a positive change for your future!
Kim Stromgren
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80017
My experience includes self-esteem, Bipolar, depression & anxiety, grief & loss, transitions, spirituality, chronic pain, & identity.
Are you feeling over-whelmed, worried, stressed, confused, or conflicted within relationships to the point where it feels tough to manage everything by yourself? Are these feelings impacting your daily life, possibly causing you to struggle with how you see yourself and your choices? Oftentimes life's abundance of challenges and opportunities can interfere with our vision of ourselves and our lives. I'll work with you to develop a therapeutic plan to reach your goals and ultimately feel better and more confident now and in the future no matter what obstacles or distractions may arise.
My experience includes self-esteem, Bipolar, depression & anxiety, grief & loss, transitions, spirituality, chronic pain, & identity.
Are you feeling over-whelmed, worried, stressed, confused, or conflicted within relationships to the point where it feels tough to manage everything by yourself? Are these feelings impacting your daily life, possibly causing you to struggle with how you see yourself and your choices? Oftentimes life's abundance of challenges and opportunities can interfere with our vision of ourselves and our lives. I'll work with you to develop a therapeutic plan to reach your goals and ultimately feel better and more confident now and in the future no matter what obstacles or distractions may arise.
Dr. Karen Hoving
Registered Psychotherapist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80015 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping Women with Chronic Illness and/or PTSD.
Right now everyone's world has turned upside down. Most people in your life don't know what you've really been dealing with. Some days you can barely get off the couch, much less shower. You are exhausted, but can't sleep. From the outside your life might look great, but you feel you are slowly disappearing, unsure who you used to be. Many women with Chronic Illness or PTSD feel this way most the time. Often we are afraid of being disbelieved by not only friends and family, but by our Health Care Team as well. It can take years before women are correctly diagnosed. In pain, with complicated symptoms it's easy to feel invisible.
I specialize in helping Women with Chronic Illness and/or PTSD.
Right now everyone's world has turned upside down. Most people in your life don't know what you've really been dealing with. Some days you can barely get off the couch, much less shower. You are exhausted, but can't sleep. From the outside your life might look great, but you feel you are slowly disappearing, unsure who you used to be. Many women with Chronic Illness or PTSD feel this way most the time. Often we are afraid of being disbelieved by not only friends and family, but by our Health Care Team as well. It can take years before women are correctly diagnosed. In pain, with complicated symptoms it's easy to feel invisible.
Rocky Mountain Behavioral Medicine
Psychologist, PhD, PsyD, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
We are a mental health practice that serves the Denver area specializing in neuropsychological, behavioral health, pain assessment and management, and other health concerns for children, adolescents, and adults.
Our approach utilizes the biopsychosocial approach to evaluation and treatment; this means we strive to understand the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence the health and wellness of our clients. Our services are often referred to as "behavioral medicine" or "medical psychology;" this is due to taking a holistic approach in our treatment considering the whole person - physical, mental, emotional, and social. We often work collaboratively with other professions such as primary care physicians, occupational therapists, social workers, chaplains, and others who are important to one's individual network of care.
We are a mental health practice that serves the Denver area specializing in neuropsychological, behavioral health, pain assessment and management, and other health concerns for children, adolescents, and adults.
Our approach utilizes the biopsychosocial approach to evaluation and treatment; this means we strive to understand the biological, psychological, and social factors that influence the health and wellness of our clients. Our services are often referred to as "behavioral medicine" or "medical psychology;" this is due to taking a holistic approach in our treatment considering the whole person - physical, mental, emotional, and social. We often work collaboratively with other professions such as primary care physicians, occupational therapists, social workers, chaplains, and others who are important to one's individual network of care.
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Together, we will discover meaning and hope that transforms your pain into perseverance.
Your life has brought you to this moment. Uncertain if this is where you are supposed to be, if these feelings will last forever. Struggling with anxiety, you feel hopeless and overwhelmed. Life is not how you pictured it, but you just can’t seem to change the frame. You’ve spent hours, even days searching for answers, someone or something to help understand and resolve pain and grief. Today, you find yourself unable to cope with even the small things. Waking up tired, dragging throughout the day, lying awake at night. Restless, agitated, utterly exhausted. Trauma has you stuck in this chapter, and now is the time to turn the page.
Together, we will discover meaning and hope that transforms your pain into perseverance.
Your life has brought you to this moment. Uncertain if this is where you are supposed to be, if these feelings will last forever. Struggling with anxiety, you feel hopeless and overwhelmed. Life is not how you pictured it, but you just can’t seem to change the frame. You’ve spent hours, even days searching for answers, someone or something to help understand and resolve pain and grief. Today, you find yourself unable to cope with even the small things. Waking up tired, dragging throughout the day, lying awake at night. Restless, agitated, utterly exhausted. Trauma has you stuck in this chapter, and now is the time to turn the page.
Patricia S. Duggan
Licensed Professional Counselor Candidate, LCMHCA, LPCC, LCASA
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80013 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Often our hurtful experiences are out of our control. You didn’t choose to live with pain. You are tired of feeling alone and misunderstood. The reality is our experiences and memories can shape our beliefs and worldviews, creating guilt, anxiety, shame, anger, and isolation. Living with chronic pain, illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief – does impact us. Even if you don’t feel like it at this very moment, there is part of you that knows they deserve something more, whether it’s self-compassion, healthy connections, pleasure, joy, or the chance to move from surviving to thriving. Let's get curious.
Often our hurtful experiences are out of our control. You didn’t choose to live with pain. You are tired of feeling alone and misunderstood. The reality is our experiences and memories can shape our beliefs and worldviews, creating guilt, anxiety, shame, anger, and isolation. Living with chronic pain, illness, trauma, anxiety, and grief – does impact us. Even if you don’t feel like it at this very moment, there is part of you that knows they deserve something more, whether it’s self-compassion, healthy connections, pleasure, joy, or the chance to move from surviving to thriving. Let's get curious.
Jessa Crisp
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
Do you feel like past trauma, negative experiences, and anxiety rule your life? Or maybe you see other people who have gone through hard things and are still able to experience joy, leading you to feel hopeless in your chasm of pain. It’s okay to take steps towards your journey of discovering what healing might look like for you and the person you are becoming.
Do you feel like past trauma, negative experiences, and anxiety rule your life? Or maybe you see other people who have gone through hard things and are still able to experience joy, leading you to feel hopeless in your chasm of pain. It’s okay to take steps towards your journey of discovering what healing might look like for you and the person you are becoming.
Maggie Creegan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80014
My clients are typically managing mental health issues and symptoms that develop in response to life changes, identity concerns, or responses to systems they belong to. This may look like transitioning to a new city, managing a new health diagnosis, or exploring their gender. The typical clients I work with have a shared goal of wanting to learn how to better support themselves in response to environmental and interpersonal concerns. They are motivated to develop skills and strengthen their self-awareness to get to a place where they are living a life that is aligned with who they see themselves as.
My clients are typically managing mental health issues and symptoms that develop in response to life changes, identity concerns, or responses to systems they belong to. This may look like transitioning to a new city, managing a new health diagnosis, or exploring their gender. The typical clients I work with have a shared goal of wanting to learn how to better support themselves in response to environmental and interpersonal concerns. They are motivated to develop skills and strengthen their self-awareness to get to a place where they are living a life that is aligned with who they see themselves as.
Nicole Hepler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80010
I believe that everyone has a story and deserves to be heard. I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and instilling hope for the future. As your counselor, I will walk beside you and listen to your experiences, providing a safe environment for you to process life events and gain greater insight into your personal experiences. I utilize a person-centered, family systems approach to therapy while also incorporating methods from other treatment modalities. I have also completed Level 1 training in the Gottman Method and am currently completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
I believe that everyone has a story and deserves to be heard. I am passionate about empowering individuals to overcome obstacles and instilling hope for the future. As your counselor, I will walk beside you and listen to your experiences, providing a safe environment for you to process life events and gain greater insight into your personal experiences. I utilize a person-centered, family systems approach to therapy while also incorporating methods from other treatment modalities. I have also completed Level 1 training in the Gottman Method and am currently completing training in Eye Movement Desensitization & Reprocessing (EMDR).
Angela Lewis
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80013
My name is Angie Lewis and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with people ages 15-99 and specialize in working with people who don’t feel they are living their best life. I also work with co-occurring disorders. This involves the presence of both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder. My counseling style is a good fit for teens and adults who struggle with overthinking about life and relationships. This can cause anxiety and depression or a sense of existing but not really living a life.
My name is Angie Lewis and I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in Colorado working with clients statewide via telehealth. I work with people ages 15-99 and specialize in working with people who don’t feel they are living their best life. I also work with co-occurring disorders. This involves the presence of both a substance use disorder and a mental health disorder. My counseling style is a good fit for teens and adults who struggle with overthinking about life and relationships. This can cause anxiety and depression or a sense of existing but not really living a life.
Jessica Jimenez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Aurora, CO 80013
Collaboratively, we focus on healing, resilience, and reconnection. Feeling ashamed is scary and overwhelming. These feelings are more common than we admit and stem from a variety of factors. It makes sense to respond to unpleasant emotions by burying, avoiding, or resisting. If unprocessed, these beliefs impact our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and lives--leaving us repeating painful patterns and shaping our perceptions and relationships with ourselves, others, and the world.
Collaboratively, we focus on healing, resilience, and reconnection. Feeling ashamed is scary and overwhelming. These feelings are more common than we admit and stem from a variety of factors. It makes sense to respond to unpleasant emotions by burying, avoiding, or resisting. If unprocessed, these beliefs impact our thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and lives--leaving us repeating painful patterns and shaping our perceptions and relationships with ourselves, others, and the world.
Westside Behavioral Care
Psychologist, PsyD, LPC, LCSW
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80012
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Westside Behavioral Care can help you find a therapist who is just right for you or your family. Our qualified and compassionate counselors provide outstanding mental health services in-person and online across the entire Greater Denver Area. For an appointment, please call 303-986-4197 to speak with our receptionist M-F 8:30am-5pm. Alternatively, our website allows you to self-schedule with one of our multi-award-winning therapists 24/7. Our network includes licensed psychologists, clinical social workers, professional counselors, marriage and family therapists, couples counselors, and certified alcohol and drug counselors.
Diane Lindsay
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Aurora, CO 80014
I have over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents , families and couples . Through these years I have learned that therapy is a journey that we will take. I can guide you but you will choose what path you will ultimately take. I have worked with a variety of people from different backgrounds, ages and cultures. I will meet you where you are in your life now and we will work to move forward in your life. I am a very genuine and down to earth person.
I have over 30 years of experience working with adults, adolescents , families and couples . Through these years I have learned that therapy is a journey that we will take. I can guide you but you will choose what path you will ultimately take. I have worked with a variety of people from different backgrounds, ages and cultures. I will meet you where you are in your life now and we will work to move forward in your life. I am a very genuine and down to earth person.
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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.