Chronic Pain Therapists in Commerce Township, MI
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Cari McCalden
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
Verified
I am a Clinical Psychologist and provide services in a private practice setting. I have over 20 years of experience in the field and have worked in numerous clinical settings that have provided me the ability to treat a variety of mental health issues. I have experience working with young adults, adults, and older adults in individual, group, couples and family therapy. I specialize in the areas of anxiety, panic disorders, OCD, depression, bipolar disorder, PTSD, relationship issues, stress management, sleep disorders, and
chronic pain
.
David Manchel
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have been working as a therapist with children, teens, families, couples, and adults for more than 20 years. Emotional growth, recovery, self-awareness and a healthier, more balanced life are the long-term outcomes of the investment in psychotherapy, whether it is for you, your children, or your relationship. I am very committed to the power of insight, the concept of emotional intelligence, and the healing power of relationships.
Transformational Choices Commerce Township
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
Transformational Choices respects and affirms each client and works in partnership to create a life based in positivity and action. We want you to give yourself permission to shine and develop the future that you deserve. We accept you and honor your story and experience. We are all in this together, trying to find our way. All are welcome. You are welcome.
Carol Auiler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified
Verified
My approach to therapy is based on the idea that each person has gifts, passions and skills that can be tapped into to guide them toward an authentic, value-based life. My goal is to partner with you to provide a safe, non-judgmental space that allows for reflection, healing from past emotional wounds, and growth by establishing new coping skills to replace old patterns of thinking and behaving. I have extensive training in trauma and EMDR through the International Association (EMDRIA) as well as Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT) and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT).
Susan Flinders
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
Verified
Generally, each person and I begin by exploring the issues that has brought them to seek out my services. This exploration entails a joint effort that unfolds over time. A relationship is formed that helps us both to see more clearly how the individual is operating in their everyday life. It is through such an exploration that the individual begins to understand themselves, and, especially, their more intimate relating. I also believe that the person leads the treatment such that we will only go as far as each person desires. I can offer ideas, but, in the end, it is the individual who leads us.
Sollars and Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
WE OFFER TELETHERAPY - BOTH VIDEO AND TELEPHONE-BASED. Understanding and insight are key to change and growth. We're a group of licensed psychotherapists with 16 locations in Michigan, who share a passion for helping others journey toward growth and change. We work with clients to bring about healing, change in behavior, and new perspectives. Under the clinical direction of Franklin Sollars, PhD, LP, our therapists offer caring and confidential treatment for a variety of issues and concerns. We offer both short-term and in-depth counseling and psychotherapy to children, adolescents, adults and elders.
Sollars and Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
WE OFFER TELE-THERAPY - BOTH VIDEO AND TELEPHONE-BASED. We are a group of licensed psychotherapists and therapists, who are passionate about helping others in their journey toward personal growth and change. Under the clinical direction of Franklin Sollars, PhD, LP, we offer confidential and caring treatment for a variety of concerns. We offer treatment to clients of all ages, including children, adolescents, adults and elders. Understanding and insight are keys to change and growth. We work with clients to bring about healing, new perspectives, and change in behavior. Individual, couple and family therapy is available.
Marshall Maldaver
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I have over 30 years experience working with children, adults, couples and families on a wide variety of life problems. It is important to find a therapist that is a good fit, someone with whom you feel comfortable and who takes your concerns seriously. My approach is supportive, confidential and empathetic in helping individuals and families recognize their own needs and strengths. It's not uncommon to get stuck in unsatisfying and frustrating situations. Through our relationship you can start to become aware of issues that interfere with feeling better and use your strengths to make changes and move forward.
Pamela Barckholtz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, DCSW, IMH-EIV
Verified
Verified
All of us have issues or experiences that can be difficult to manage at times. I work with you to help you find solutions that improve your quality of life. If you have suffered trauma, this means finding some understanding of the trauma and resolving lingering effects. Parents get help in parent management techniques and learn behavior management. For those with addictions, this means working to understand the cause of the addiction. For the elderly, this means completing a life review and understanding the current situation.
Jennifer Buswinka
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP, LLMFT
Verified
Verified
Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and we all have times when we need extra support in order to deal with the stressors that we are faced with. I help people to better understand their difficulties and to develop coping skills that lead to happier, more fulfilling lives. My background in human resource management and coaching youth sports gives me a unique perspective regarding challenges my clients face at both work and school. Recent events in the world due to the Covid-19 pandemic have led to a significant increase in anxiety and depression. It has changed life for people in unprecedented ways. Therapy can help.
Laurene Saad-Younis
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified
Verified
Treatment is unique for each client and is determined by their own goals and needs. Areas of specialization include psychological assessment, Autism Spectrum disorder, cognitive remediation, anxiety and panic disorders, depression, adjustment disorders, geriatric issues, and grief and loss. My approach to therapy varies with each client, ranging from cognitive behavioral orientation, and a humanistic orientation. Treatment is tailored to each individual and therapy is focused on finding what works for each individual client.
Margot Bloomfield
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, LBSW
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
I enjoy working with individuals of different ages, ethnicity, in need of individual, couples or family sessions. I believe that life is a journey, which at times, can be very challenging. Sometimes we find ourselves at a crossroads, trying to decide our direction. Staying on familiar paths can be easier yet repetitive and stagnant. Growth means change and following new paths, though unfamiliar and with unseen risks. Therapy can help one believe in themselves and try new paths, with the therapist lighting the way.
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Dr. Patty Richardson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a pediatric clinical psychologist, I specialize in harnessing evidence-based, cutting-edge psychological interventions to help children, teens, young adults, parents, and families overcome anxiety, depression, school challenges, suicidality/self-harm, parenting stress,
chronic pain
, sleep concerns, physical symptoms (somatic, conversion/FNSD), and cope with chronic medical
illness
. I have practiced in Metro Detroit and the San Francisco Bay Area for over 10 years and I've been fortunate to train at world-class institutions, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Stanford University.
Not accepting new clients
Shelly Lapping Molnar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified
Verified
My strengths include the treatment of depression, anxiety, aging issues, life transitions,
chronic pain
or chronic health issues.
The most important part of therapy is the relationship between the therapist and client. I am compassionate and understanding. I give feedback where it is appropriate and even use a little humor. My goal is to help you feel comfortable enough to work on the real issues.
My approach to therapy is practical and based on changing the negative thinking patterns that keep the client from making positive changes in his/her life. I am flexible and creative in treatment.
Wendy Smith
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Smith treats those suffering with mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, chronic
illness
, and difficult life transitions.
Dr. Smith believes that we each possess the capacity to overcome great adversity and distress. Her lifelong and heartfelt goal is to help others uncover their inner strength, and live richer, fuller lives. Dr. Smith earned her Ph.D. under the renowned psychologist, Dr. Clark Moustakas, one of the founders and original thinkers of humanistic psychology and the human potential movement. Today she continues the work of enhancing human potential through the therapeutic use of mindfulness. Mindfulness-based psychology is the next step in the evolution of modern psychology.
Michael Sytniak
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
In addition to providing treatment for depression and anxiety, I provide treatment for
chronic pain
,
fibromyalgia
, irritable bowel syndrome and sexual dysfunction.
During this very difficult time, I have switched my practice to video therapy to help protect my clients and the public. I am a health psychologist who specializes in treating people with various health issues such as
chronic pain
. As such, I have also treated people with health anxieties, something most of us are currently experiencing. If these health concerns are something you would like to try to manage better and you live within Michigan, please contact me and we can arrange a video session to help you find ways to manage this understandable reaction to the current crisis. I am also providing my usual clinical services.
Jennifer Curtis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
The foundation of every therapeutic relationship is built on empathy, trust and unconditional positive regard. Most often I find that my clients just want a safe person to trust who is able to kindly challenge them when needed while offering a fresh perspective to their own thinking. I am honored to afford my clients both the presence and the space they need to heal from their
pain
. I believe life is a journey. I believe in the presence and power of God in the healing process as well as the importance of personal choice, responsibility and perspective.
David T. Majchrzak
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified
Verified
I provide individual, couples, and family psychotherapy using a Humanistic and Client-centered approach, with an emphasis on short-term, solution focused treatment. I have an extensive background in the holistic health field and in the field of psychology, and find that many issues including stress, depression, anxiety, focusing-issues, relationship problems, and
chronic pain
/
illness
can be effectively worked through by creating a strong rapport and finding balance and harmony within oneself and one's environment.
Bloomfield DBT
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP, LMSW
DBT decreases behaviors that disrupt the quality of life; learn skills that increase positive relationships and build healthy new relationships; increase awareness to the present moment; understand how emotions function and how to experience them in a healthy way; and learn how to tolerate emotional
pain
.
"We work with individuals and family members teaching Dialectical Behavior Therapy. We teach skills groups which consists of learning different sets of coping skills to regulate emotions, interpersonal effectiveness, distress tolerance and mindfulness. DBT therapy consists of individual therapy & skills group to decrease behaviors that interfere with your life's goals. Coaching is available to help clients through difficult situations in between therapy sessions. We have coaching for our parents/spouses who work with our family therapist. DBT is an evidence based practice which has been proven to work with individuals who struggle to regulate their emotions. Check out our website at www.bloomfielddbt.com
Sollars and Associates
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified
13 Endorsed
Verified
13 Endorsed
Psychological evaluation/testing available - educational (developmental, learning disabilities, ADD/ADHD), medical (bariatric surgery and
pain
), work disability, and career (job clearance testing).
WE OFFER TELE-THERAPY - BOTH VIDEO AND TELEPHONE-BASED. Understanding and insight are key to change and growth. We're a group of licensed psychotherapists in Metro Detroit who share a passion for helping others in their journey toward personal growth and change. Some journeys are brief, others take more time. Under the clinical direction of Franklin Sollars, PhD, LP, our therapists offer confidential and caring treatment for a variety of issues and concerns in 16 locations for all ages, including children, adolescents, adults and elders. We work together with clients to bring about healing, change in behavior, and new perspectives.
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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.