Chronic Pain Therapists in Charlotte, NC
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Erin K. Taylor
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
5 Endorsed
Verified
5 Endorsed
Sapphire Health Psychology is for people who are experiencing
chronic pain
(including medically unexplained
pain
), serious
illness
, or weight management challenges who have exhausted traditional avenues for healing with little or no success. We explore these challenges from an angle that challenges the status quo. We see symptoms as signals for change, recognize patterns that are hindering healing, and believe that healing is possible.
Charlotte, NC 28210
& Online
Lucy Dunning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS, BC-TMC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified
Verified
I work with
chronic pain
, improving their quality of life.
Connecting with the right therapist is critical when starting your therapeutic journey. I offer free consults to potential clients so you feel confident in making the important step of starting your therapeutic journey. I view the therapist/client relationship as a collaborative partnership in which we are working together to help you reach your therapeutic goals. I work with clients on an individualized treatment plan, working through the obstacles and barriers they are facing and improving their quality of life.
Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Supervisor, DBH, LCMHCS, BCIM, BC-TMH, NCC
Verified
Verified
Feeling as if you will never get well? Tired of visiting multiple practices in search of answers and never finding them? Do you have difficulty managing a chronic
illness
or complying with your provider's recommended treatment plan? If any of these scenarios sound familiar, allow one of our team members to assist you in regaining your optimal health.
The clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions, PLLC are qualified, credentialed, and licensed professionals whose primary mission is to provide quality therapeutic care and organizational training to the surrounding community. Their goal is to empower people; to enrich lives; to give you control of your outcomes; and to restore your body, mind and spirit back to their optimal states of functioning. The certified and licensed clinicians at Integrated Holistic Solutions have over 22 years of experience and are trained in equipping clients with the tools necessary to maximize their environment and enhance their well-being.
Tessa Nayowith
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MS, LCMHC, LCASA, LMBT, RYS500
Verified
Verified
I enjoy bringing the body into treatment to aid in easing anxiety, increasing awareness and aliveness and in resolving stress, tension, trauma and
pain
.
Welcome! My approach involves integrative, person centered, and trauma-informed practices. I see the therapy relationship as one of support and collaboration and examine cases through a lens focused on human relationships, development, and how the mind and body inform and affect one another. I aim to bring warmth, acceptance, and curiosity to my work. It is my goal is to help you better understand yourself, to heal from the past and live more fully in the present.
Tristian Webb
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified
Verified
***ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS*** Greetings! I am a nationally recognized counselor and licensed therapist treating perinatal,
chronic pain
, severe and persistent, and co-occurring conditions, among others. I welcome you to a purposeful time of self-exploration, discovery, self-directed healing, acceptance of self, and change. I believe that all persons are uniquely and intentionally designed and represented on earth. Just as the earth is full of life and evolution, I believe that we are all capable of a full life and will inevitably experience change. How we navigate change is up to us.
Kimberley Renee Hunt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I understand the mind/body connection and how all
pain
is interconnected.
I know the world can be overwhelming and stressful. You may feel like no matter what you do it is never good enough or that you struggle coping with all the stressors in your life. This feeling of unworthiness can have a negative impact on how you view both yourself and the world around you. These thoughts and feelings influence your actions. My goal is for you to learn self-acceptance, personal empowerment and to find your truest self. I focus on building a strong alliance with you and building on those strengths.
Dr. Gantz- Davidson Psychological Consulting, PC
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified
Verified
ALL SERVICE PROVIDED VIA VIDEO TELE-HEALTH. Dr. Gantz is a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, achieved by only 4% of eligible psychologists. With over 36 years of mental health experience and 31 years as a licensed psychologist, he specializes in working with people dealing with anxiety issues (including test and performance anxiety), post-traumatic stress (including combat, accidents and assaults), depression & mood disorders,
chronic pain
, medical disorders, conversion disorders, interpersonal problems and more. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-e-gantz-psyd-abpp-93a944185/ or https://davidsonpsychology.wordpress.com/
Chronic Hope Counseling PLLC
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
We Have Interns Who Offer Sliding Scale Sessions! If you are feeling overwhelmed or anxious about your
pain
, isolated, lonely or simply want to learn how to live your best life with your
pain
Chronic Hope Counseling is the place to be. We offer counseling services for those with
chronic pain
and
illness
. We understand that your
pain
/
illness
effects everything you do, so it needs to be taken into every consideration as you heal. We can help you learn to live beyond you
pain
by getting you in your best place mentally. All of our clinicians and interns have personal experience with
pain
creating a unique, empathetic experience.
Nancy E Arnold
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
Do your relationships repeat the same frustrating circles? Are moments of joy fewer than moments of anger, confusion, heartache or
pain
? Unwittingly, you learn about yourself and how to be in relationships by watching others. What you believe you see influences the majority of your choices. If your relationships aren't healthy, neither are you. My clients feel hurt and frustrated in their relationships, presenting with questions like why and what next. Exploring those feelings and discovering what they uncover about past and present patterns and beliefs, you can work toward finding authenticity, truth and healing.
The Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Center of Charlot
MS, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Particular areas of focus include anxiety, depression, addictions, and
chronic pain
.
You have a right to a better life, to live with less distress; to have a life with possibility, potential, and vitality. I have worked with people like you who have found that within the warm, accepting, nonjudgmental, and supportive environment of our therapeutic relationship that change becomes possible. I invite you to be courageous and to reach beyond your fears to claim the life that you want.
Utilizing established, researched, and respected therapies, I treat many emotional and behavioral disorders by helping clients face their struggles and move towards a valued life.
Shelly Luttman Phelps
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Have you faced struggles with depression and anxiety possibly due to
illness
, family conflict, loss, work or relationship issues? Has it been difficult for you to cope with and overcome these emotions on your own? If so, you’re not alone. We all need support from time to time, yet many of us may not feel comfortable asking for help or sharing intimate details with friends or family. Within my practice, you will find a safe & nonjudgmental environment where we can explore these obstacles together, help you heal from your
pain
, and move forward to where you want to be in life.
Olivia Sessions
Lic Clinical Mental Health Counselor Associate, LCMHC
Verified
Verified
At Beyond the Mask, I encourage clients to move forward, be free from toxic thought patterns, and unmask the hidden layers of
pain
, fear, shame, grief, despair, and hopelessness, schedule your appointment today.
Often times we approach a point in life where we just need to reset. Have you experienced difficulty moving forward, being accepted or finding your way in new spaces? Do you find yourself with racing thoughts, difficulty concentrating, and consistent overthinking. Do you need to learn how to set safe boundaries and walk in a path full of promise? Are you ready to break free from toxic thought patterns and negative self-talk? Do you want to embrace and believe the statement "I am enough"? If anxiety, fear, depression, or shame have been thoughts you've had over the past month. It's time for change and change starts here.
Danielle Whittington
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
My approach is based on a cognitive behavioral model and is affective in treating individuals suffering from depression, anxiety, trauma, life transitions and
chronic pain
.
No matter what you are going through I am here to listen, support you and help you figure it all out. I want to help you alleviate your symptoms as well as find the root of the problem for long term healing. Not only putting on a Band-Aid but healing the wound. I want the therapeutic process to feel helpful and worthwhile. I work with sincerity, compassion and non-judgement. I specialize in treating anxiety, depression and trauma.
Kelsey S. Crowe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LCAS, CCS
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
I believe we must face our fears, doubts, and
pain
with compassion.
“Tell me, What is it that you plan to do with your one wild and precious life?” –Mary Oliver I hold tight to the experience and belief that we already have the answers within us. I want my clients to not only survive the things that challenge them the most, but to thrive and fall in love with their life. I love the process of supporting people in reconnecting to themselves, especially during times of life’s inevitable transitions. You may find yourself separating from a loved one, bringing new members into your family, experiencing grief and loss, or beginning to shift your identity. Growth is never easy.
Mary Lucas Lacey
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC
Verified
Verified
Now Accepting New Patients! How long have you been in
pain
? Have you been living with it so long that you don't remember how it started? Past and current damage can sabotage our attempts at living the life we deserve and prevent us from trusting others. Often before people enter therapy, they have tried many things to make changes in their lives in order to feel better. Nothing has worked- at least for long. Talking about your problems is not enough. I will help you identify destructive patterns that have interfered with your ability to enjoy life and replace them with healthy solutions.
Not accepting new clients
Andrea Coston
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified
Verified
I specialize in working within the trauma, adoption, foster care, and Autism/ADHD communities. Knowing that lived experiences within these communities are affected by other systems and struggles, I also have a strong focus on attachment, identity processing, other disabilities,
chronic pain
, and religious trauma.
Nicole Marino
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
Clients often tell me they feel like something is missing or they know what the problem is but can't resolve it on their own. Most are beginning to recognize unhealthy patterns and can't quite understand the origin or how to change. They are distracting themselves from the real issues with self sabotaging behaviors such as overeating, overworking or excessive alcohol intake. Sometimes they just need help adjusting to life changes such as divorce,
illness
/health changes, partnering, retirement or becoming a parent. I treat a variety of issues/mental health diagnoses including weight management, binge eating disorder, compulsive overeating and bariatric surgery.
Daniel Pak
Counselor, MA, LCMHCA, NCC
Verified
Verified
People commonly say life is a journey full of ups and downs, but sometimes we feel our journey is only going down. We are left feeling lost, trapped, and in
pain
. Sadly, we do not always have the help or the resources to get through these moments due to various circumstances in our life. Therapy is not a fix-all solution, but it can be the catalyst to taking steps out of what can feel like a bottomless pit and give us the strength to face our problems. I hope that I can be a steadfast presence for support through whatever you are experiencing and help you find your path through your darkest of valleys.
Jude Johnson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I also teach MBSR, an 8 week evidenced based meditation course designed to help people face stress,
pain
and
illness
.
I help people who are stressed, anxious, depressed and traumatized find more joy and peace in life. Are you feeling stressed, anxious, depressed, frustrated, or stuck? Do you avoid stress by compulsively checking your phone, consuming hours of media, or staying in bed for extended periods of time? Do you have trouble sleeping even when you’re tired? Are you stressed over competing demands from work, home and relationships? Do you need a break from your negative thoughts? Do you need someone who will really listen and understand? I will show you how to be mindful, so you can take your life back and heal your relationships.
Not accepting new clients
Meg Houlihan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
Prior to entering private practice, I worked in a rehabilitation hospital, a
chronic pain
treatment center and a university counseling center.
I am available to work with clients who are experiencing depression, bipolar disorder, anxiety disorders, relationship discord, effects of chronic medical conditions and chronic stress, fertility/adoption issues and career/life direction questions. I take a practical, skills-based approach, collaborating with clients to incorporate information from past and present toward more effective functioning. My outlook is holistic, attending to the physical and spiritual/meaning realms as well as the cognitive, emotional and behavioral ones. I have a warm and friendly manner and I enjoy working with people as they identify and achieve their goals.
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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.