Chronic Pain Therapists in Clare County, MI

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Nasreen Paytas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Serves Area
If you have stumbled upon my profile, you might be at a place in your life where there is pain, confusion, feelings of sadness, and anxiety for what life has brought and might still bring.
I provide therapy services to a variety of individuals; children and adolescents, adults, couples, and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Some techniques I may use include skill building exercises, art interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems.
If you have stumbled upon my profile, you might be at a place in your life where there is pain, confusion, feelings of sadness, and anxiety for what life has brought and might still bring.
I provide therapy services to a variety of individuals; children and adolescents, adults, couples, and specialize in anxiety, depression, and trauma. Some techniques I may use include skill building exercises, art interventions, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, EMDR, and Internal Family Systems.
(989) 342-3219 View (989) 342-3219
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Tanya R Stanley
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
You’ve maintained this far. You keep pushing: just one more dish, one more email, one more day until the weekend. You’re holding on by a thread and you feel ready to unravel. The typical things you do to ‘reboot’ aren’t working. You feel disconnected, off, worn incredibly thin, and are very aware that this feeling is just lurking under the surface. With years of experience in mental health and a passion for helping people regain their inner strength, you can escape that slow drowning feeling you are currently experiencing. You are the expert of your life, even if right now you feel anything but, and I can help you find that path.
You’ve maintained this far. You keep pushing: just one more dish, one more email, one more day until the weekend. You’re holding on by a thread and you feel ready to unravel. The typical things you do to ‘reboot’ aren’t working. You feel disconnected, off, worn incredibly thin, and are very aware that this feeling is just lurking under the surface. With years of experience in mental health and a passion for helping people regain their inner strength, you can escape that slow drowning feeling you are currently experiencing. You are the expert of your life, even if right now you feel anything but, and I can help you find that path.
(989) 200-4815 View (989) 200-4815
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Dr. Raul Sol
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Serves Area
I am the clinical psychologist and director of a team of treatment providers who offer an integrated approach to mental health therapies. We strive to provide empirically established and structured mental health treatments while integrating psychotherapy, psychiatric medication management, and counseling. We are scientist-practitioners who pursue long-term positive changes for our patients and we believe that the ultimate goal of clinical work is not only the alleviation of psychopathology and symptoms, but the realization of long-term aspirations, the pursuit of meaning, and interpersonal satisfaction.
I am the clinical psychologist and director of a team of treatment providers who offer an integrated approach to mental health therapies. We strive to provide empirically established and structured mental health treatments while integrating psychotherapy, psychiatric medication management, and counseling. We are scientist-practitioners who pursue long-term positive changes for our patients and we believe that the ultimate goal of clinical work is not only the alleviation of psychopathology and symptoms, but the realization of long-term aspirations, the pursuit of meaning, and interpersonal satisfaction.
(989) 824-6565 View (989) 824-6565

Online Therapists

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Jacqueline Conger
Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
5 Endorsed
Traverse City, MI 49686
I consider counseling a sacred space. My hope is to provide a safe environment where we can delve into what concerns you. Sessions are intimate where we learn and share. The power of counseling and talking and releasing fears, worries and relinquishing your feelings is therapeutic. My objective is to empower you to create a better lifestyle for yourself through understanding, self-confidence, control, and carrying out your goals.
I consider counseling a sacred space. My hope is to provide a safe environment where we can delve into what concerns you. Sessions are intimate where we learn and share. The power of counseling and talking and releasing fears, worries and relinquishing your feelings is therapeutic. My objective is to empower you to create a better lifestyle for yourself through understanding, self-confidence, control, and carrying out your goals.
(734) 636-2881 View (734) 636-2881
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Michelle Crang
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP
Online Only
Welcome! Therapy is a collaborative journey where we work together to explore the life experiences, relationships, and patterns that shape how you interact with the world. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. In our work together, we will identify and build upon your strengths, helping you develop coping strategies and make meaningful changes that align with your goals. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches and will tailor our sessions to best fit your unique needs.
Welcome! Therapy is a collaborative journey where we work together to explore the life experiences, relationships, and patterns that shape how you interact with the world. My goal is to create a safe, supportive space where you feel heard, understood, and empowered to navigate life’s challenges. In our work together, we will identify and build upon your strengths, helping you develop coping strategies and make meaningful changes that align with your goals. I am trained in a variety of therapeutic approaches and will tailor our sessions to best fit your unique needs.
(734) 472-4106 View (734) 472-4106
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Julie Lavin
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Most of my clients are young adults from 18-29 who wrestle with anxiety, adulthood struggles, people-pleasing and setting boundaries at work and in relationships. I create a judge-free zone to work on you and celebrate your wins.
Most of my clients are young adults from 18-29 who wrestle with anxiety, adulthood struggles, people-pleasing and setting boundaries at work and in relationships. I create a judge-free zone to work on you and celebrate your wins.
(248) 218-9929 View (248) 218-9929
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Our adult therapists particularly specialize in chronic pain, addictions, sexual behavior concerns, anxiety, and depression.
At Hyacinth Clinical Services, we believe in providing high quality care, tailored to your needs and preferences. Our experienced team of therapists will work with you to find a path forward to works for you.
Our adult therapists particularly specialize in chronic pain, addictions, sexual behavior concerns, anxiety, and depression.
At Hyacinth Clinical Services, we believe in providing high quality care, tailored to your needs and preferences. Our experienced team of therapists will work with you to find a path forward to works for you.
(989) 787-3304 View (989) 787-3304
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Carrie Pappas
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA LLP
Grand Rapids, MI 49546
Often these symptoms can be overwhelming and cause additional difficulties with sleep disturbance and disordered eating leading to increased illness and pain related conditions.
As a therapist I strive to create and provide a safe and welcoming environment that remains nonjudgmental through the course of our work. A place to process thoughts, express emotions, gain insight, and practice skill building that when combined can lead to creating lasting positive change.
Often these symptoms can be overwhelming and cause additional difficulties with sleep disturbance and disordered eating leading to increased illness and pain related conditions.
As a therapist I strive to create and provide a safe and welcoming environment that remains nonjudgmental through the course of our work. A place to process thoughts, express emotions, gain insight, and practice skill building that when combined can lead to creating lasting positive change.
(616) 345-3644 View (616) 345-3644
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Yolanda Ivens
Counselor, MS , LLPC
Grand Rapids, MI 49548
My mission is to provide evidence-based mental health services, education and advocacy in an integrative and holistic way (Biopsychosocial and spiritual) in order to bring about healing and transformation in individuals, families and communities. My career emphasis is on anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, sexual addictions, sexual trauma, co-occurring disorders, and mid-life issues. I am a cross-culturally competent counselor who highly values and respects cultural differences. I am also committed to life-long learning and being able to make sound ethical decisions within diverse cultural contexts.
My mission is to provide evidence-based mental health services, education and advocacy in an integrative and holistic way (Biopsychosocial and spiritual) in order to bring about healing and transformation in individuals, families and communities. My career emphasis is on anxiety, depression, substance abuse issues, sexual addictions, sexual trauma, co-occurring disorders, and mid-life issues. I am a cross-culturally competent counselor who highly values and respects cultural differences. I am also committed to life-long learning and being able to make sound ethical decisions within diverse cultural contexts.
(616) 319-2612 View (616) 319-2612
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Meghan Elizabeth Cupka
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Grand Rapids, MI 49506
Sometimes, things happen that are unexpected and extremely difficult leaving you feeling isolated, scared, overwhelmed or maybe even broken. Are you feeling anxious? Maybe down? I am here! I am here to assist you discover your strength and to navigate through the challenges that life brings, even when you don’t feel strong. I’m here with extensive training in trauma and CBT interventions. I have found that the therapeutic relationship that we build is where the healing happens for someone just like you. Let’s walk your healing journey together!
Sometimes, things happen that are unexpected and extremely difficult leaving you feeling isolated, scared, overwhelmed or maybe even broken. Are you feeling anxious? Maybe down? I am here! I am here to assist you discover your strength and to navigate through the challenges that life brings, even when you don’t feel strong. I’m here with extensive training in trauma and CBT interventions. I have found that the therapeutic relationship that we build is where the healing happens for someone just like you. Let’s walk your healing journey together!
(616) 466-2924 View (616) 466-2924
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Relationship specialists
Verified Verified
Online Only
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
As an agency we have been supporting people via online sessions, with everything that falls “outside the box”. If you are encountering relationship problems, you may have found that it is easier to procrastinate rather than to seek the relationship advice and tools that you need. You may have even been waiting to seek consulting or coaching services for years. Meanwhile your relationship difficulties have only been getting worse. Our consulting services are designed to help you communicate better and make sustainable changes that will benefit you and your family throughout your lives to come back to loving one another.
(833) 934-0574 View (833) 934-0574
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Mallory Bosma
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Holland, MI 49423
I work with teens and adults navigating all the messy, confusing, and meaningful parts of life: moving through a big life transition, processing trauma or anxiety, untangling family dynamics, or making sense of your relationships. My approach is warm, humorous, and collaborative. I’m here to help you feel safe, seen, and equipped to step into the version of yourself you want to become. As a trauma-informed, relational therapist, I believe healing happens in safe connection, where honesty- even the messy kind- is welcomed. I blend meaningful emotional work with practical tools you can use in real life.
I work with teens and adults navigating all the messy, confusing, and meaningful parts of life: moving through a big life transition, processing trauma or anxiety, untangling family dynamics, or making sense of your relationships. My approach is warm, humorous, and collaborative. I’m here to help you feel safe, seen, and equipped to step into the version of yourself you want to become. As a trauma-informed, relational therapist, I believe healing happens in safe connection, where honesty- even the messy kind- is welcomed. I blend meaningful emotional work with practical tools you can use in real life.
(616) 378-8652 View (616) 378-8652
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Terri A Scott, PhD
Psychologist, PhD
1 Endorsed
Marlette, MI 48453
Congrats, you've done the most difficult thing. Reaching out! I've worked with a variety of people, problems & life difficulties for over 35 years. My focus is easing grief, stress and trauma issues. You are NOT crazy, broken, or to blame! Ready to reach your highest potential of happiness, prosperity, and wellness?
Congrats, you've done the most difficult thing. Reaching out! I've worked with a variety of people, problems & life difficulties for over 35 years. My focus is easing grief, stress and trauma issues. You are NOT crazy, broken, or to blame! Ready to reach your highest potential of happiness, prosperity, and wellness?
(810) 339-4389 View (810) 339-4389
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R. Tom Rollis, LPC at Kairos Counseling & Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Dewitt, MI 48820
Hey, have you heard this riddle: How many therapists does it take to change a light bulb? I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and am grateful to have been a “heart with ears,” for over two decades. I take a strengths-based, supportive, and solution-focused approach, using evidence-based practices from a variety of modalities to engage children and adults. Many of my clients work on issues relating to managing stress, attachment, substance use, grief/loss, parenting, relationships, ADHD, impulse control/mindfulness, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and mood regulation.
Hey, have you heard this riddle: How many therapists does it take to change a light bulb? I’m a Licensed Professional Counselor and am grateful to have been a “heart with ears,” for over two decades. I take a strengths-based, supportive, and solution-focused approach, using evidence-based practices from a variety of modalities to engage children and adults. Many of my clients work on issues relating to managing stress, attachment, substance use, grief/loss, parenting, relationships, ADHD, impulse control/mindfulness, depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, and mood regulation.
(517) 343-0057 View (517) 343-0057
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Amanda Paulson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, L, C, S, W
1 Endorsed
Online Only
•Immediate availability! Are you looking to understand yourself better? Unpack deep rooted issues? Whether you want to work on goals, learn new coping skills, or just debrief about your week I am here to listen.
•Immediate availability! Are you looking to understand yourself better? Unpack deep rooted issues? Whether you want to work on goals, learn new coping skills, or just debrief about your week I am here to listen.
(810) 209-9131 View (810) 209-9131
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Jim Rossi
Psychologist, PhD, LP
1 Endorsed
Kentwood, MI 49508
Waitlist for new clients
I work primarily with individuals suffering comorbid chronic illness with history of psychosocial trauma.
I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical-Health Psychology from East Carolina University. I primarily operate from a relational/dynamic/ACT perspective. I have extensive experience and training in working with individuals that struggle with eating disorders, weight, body image, or health-related concerns. Additionally I have experience working with college students.
I work primarily with individuals suffering comorbid chronic illness with history of psychosocial trauma.
I hold a Ph.D. in Clinical-Health Psychology from East Carolina University. I primarily operate from a relational/dynamic/ACT perspective. I have extensive experience and training in working with individuals that struggle with eating disorders, weight, body image, or health-related concerns. Additionally I have experience working with college students.
(616) 326-3249 View (616) 326-3249
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Wellspring Healing Center, LLC
Limited Licensed Psychologist, LLP, RYT-200, MACP
3 Endorsed
Caro, MI 48723
Sarah Abdel-Wahab-O'Brien, LLP (they/them) specializes in Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), a modality specialized for folx with Bipolar Disorder. They offer trauma-informed, humanistic, existentialist, and liberation-based therapy for older teens and adults. Emerson Delacroix, LLP, RYT-200 (they/them) specializes in LGBTQ+ issues, CNM/non-traditional relationships. They have certifications in yoga, and the Safe and Sound Protocol, they integrate these therapies into sessions to support healing, emotional wellness, and holistic recovery for diverse clients.
Sarah Abdel-Wahab-O'Brien, LLP (they/them) specializes in Social Rhythm Therapy (IPSRT), a modality specialized for folx with Bipolar Disorder. They offer trauma-informed, humanistic, existentialist, and liberation-based therapy for older teens and adults. Emerson Delacroix, LLP, RYT-200 (they/them) specializes in LGBTQ+ issues, CNM/non-traditional relationships. They have certifications in yoga, and the Safe and Sound Protocol, they integrate these therapies into sessions to support healing, emotional wellness, and holistic recovery for diverse clients.
(734) 547-6405 View (734) 547-6405
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Amanda Latham
Pre-Licensed Professional
Online Only
Whether you are navigating the complexities of the justice system, managing the daily weight of a chronic illness, or trying to find your footing after a devastating loss, you don't have to carry it alone.
Specializations: Legal System Impact: Support for individuals navigating re-entry or legal stress • Bipolar Disorder: Managing moods and finding stability • Chronic Illness & Disability: Processing grief and lifestyle shifts of a diagnosis • Trauma & C-PTSD: Using evidence-based tools to help you feel safe in your body again • Navigating life transitions.
Whether you are navigating the complexities of the justice system, managing the daily weight of a chronic illness, or trying to find your footing after a devastating loss, you don't have to carry it alone.
Specializations: Legal System Impact: Support for individuals navigating re-entry or legal stress • Bipolar Disorder: Managing moods and finding stability • Chronic Illness & Disability: Processing grief and lifestyle shifts of a diagnosis • Trauma & C-PTSD: Using evidence-based tools to help you feel safe in your body again • Navigating life transitions.
(517) 639-6529 View (517) 639-6529
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Karen Alkema
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Online Only
You take amazing care of those around you but you're exhausted. You make people feel safe and valued but never feel like there is space for you to share. You are exhausted. Your brain never shuts off, and you are always on edge. Your emotions are right under the surface ready to bubble over at any moment. You want to be present with those around you, but you are exhausted and burnt out.
You take amazing care of those around you but you're exhausted. You make people feel safe and valued but never feel like there is space for you to share. You are exhausted. Your brain never shuts off, and you are always on edge. Your emotions are right under the surface ready to bubble over at any moment. You want to be present with those around you, but you are exhausted and burnt out.
(231) 399-4045 View (231) 399-4045
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Emily Vliek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
2 Endorsed
East Lansing, MI 48823
I also worked in a clinic setting as well as home based care on a multi-disciplinary team providing support to those who were aging or with chronic illness.
Often life’s transitions can be difficult to navigate and we can have barriers, past or present, which inhibit our ability to change and adapt. I believe in the individuals’ ability to change and reconcile ourselves with the challenges and difficulties that life presents.
I also worked in a clinic setting as well as home based care on a multi-disciplinary team providing support to those who were aging or with chronic illness.
Often life’s transitions can be difficult to navigate and we can have barriers, past or present, which inhibit our ability to change and adapt. I believe in the individuals’ ability to change and reconcile ourselves with the challenges and difficulties that life presents.
(517) 623-5267 View (517) 623-5267

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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.