Chronic Pain Therapists in Holmdel, NJ

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Saba Khan
Psychologist, PsyD, PSYPACT
Online Only
Creating the space for reflection is hard, especially in the midst of our busy lives. Many people feel stuck in difficult patterns, not knowing how to be happy. In a collaborative atmosphere, I can help you develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others. With sensitivity, compassion, and attention to your strengths, together we can identify your goals and help you meet these. Using emotion-focused work is particularly helpful because our feelings offer us a roadmap to our psyche. In other words, our emotions clue us in to what motivates, reinforces, or is aversive to us. Emotions drive our reactivity, thoughts, and mood.
Creating the space for reflection is hard, especially in the midst of our busy lives. Many people feel stuck in difficult patterns, not knowing how to be happy. In a collaborative atmosphere, I can help you develop a healthy relationship with yourself and others. With sensitivity, compassion, and attention to your strengths, together we can identify your goals and help you meet these. Using emotion-focused work is particularly helpful because our feelings offer us a roadmap to our psyche. In other words, our emotions clue us in to what motivates, reinforces, or is aversive to us. Emotions drive our reactivity, thoughts, and mood.
(732) 561-5046 View (732) 561-5046
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Trisha Badishian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Holmdel, NJ 07733
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. — Helen Keller, U.S. author, educator, and disability rights advocate. I have always been a firm believer that everyone can benefit from talking to someone and it sometimes takes a lot to enter into the journey of self-awareness that comes with seeking counseling. Whether it be complex grief and trauma or day to day stressors, I look forward to being a part of your healing process.
Alone we can do so little; together we can do so much. — Helen Keller, U.S. author, educator, and disability rights advocate. I have always been a firm believer that everyone can benefit from talking to someone and it sometimes takes a lot to enter into the journey of self-awareness that comes with seeking counseling. Whether it be complex grief and trauma or day to day stressors, I look forward to being a part of your healing process.
(848) 356-4894 View (848) 356-4894
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The Visiting Counselor
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Serves Area
I am well versed in the unique needs of the aged, chronic illness and end of life concerns.
Whats unique about The Visiting Counselor (TVC) is that I am mobile. I meet the clients in their homes where they are most comfortable and feel the most secure. I also deliver counseling and psychotherapy with compassion and understanding of the person as a whole. I am able to address a wide range of issues from the everyday stresses of life to more complex chronic issues of the mind or the body.
I am well versed in the unique needs of the aged, chronic illness and end of life concerns.
Whats unique about The Visiting Counselor (TVC) is that I am mobile. I meet the clients in their homes where they are most comfortable and feel the most secure. I also deliver counseling and psychotherapy with compassion and understanding of the person as a whole. I am able to address a wide range of issues from the everyday stresses of life to more complex chronic issues of the mind or the body.
(848) 251-0701 View (848) 251-0701
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Jennifer Bristol
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Whether you're caring for a loved one, facing illness, grieving, or simply trying to meet the relentless expectations of adulthood—your pain is valid, and your healing matters.
I offer a person-centered, strengths-based approach that honors your lived experience while gently challenging the patterns that no longer serve you. My training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy allows us to go deeper—beyond symptom management—into the roots of your emotional landscape. Together, we explore not just what hurts, but why it hurts, and how it ha
Whether you're caring for a loved one, facing illness, grieving, or simply trying to meet the relentless expectations of adulthood—your pain is valid, and your healing matters.
I offer a person-centered, strengths-based approach that honors your lived experience while gently challenging the patterns that no longer serve you. My training in psychoanalytic psychotherapy allows us to go deeper—beyond symptom management—into the roots of your emotional landscape. Together, we explore not just what hurts, but why it hurts, and how it ha
(551) 228-0923 View (551) 228-0923
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Dr. Kathleen M. Leo
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
I have a background that includes over 30 years experience and knowledge in providing mental health care to clients who need help dealing with diverse mental health issues and problems. Those who desire improved and better quality relationships whether in marriage, as a parent, in friendships, with relatives, including extended family, or in the workplace should contact me. I also have extensive experience working with clients who suffer from low self esteem, self-worth concerns and the illnesses that emanate from that like substances abuse, depression and anxiety. Improving quality of life addressing forgiveness issues is also a specialty.
I have a background that includes over 30 years experience and knowledge in providing mental health care to clients who need help dealing with diverse mental health issues and problems. Those who desire improved and better quality relationships whether in marriage, as a parent, in friendships, with relatives, including extended family, or in the workplace should contact me. I also have extensive experience working with clients who suffer from low self esteem, self-worth concerns and the illnesses that emanate from that like substances abuse, depression and anxiety. Improving quality of life addressing forgiveness issues is also a specialty.
(732) 743-8629 View (732) 743-8629
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Marie E Chece
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Serves Area
I have extensive post graduate experience in the treatment of children and families impacted by abuse, neglect and other significant traumatic events such as divorce, death, chronic illness or substance abuse.
My practice handles a broad spectrum of clients and among my areas of expertise are child & adolescent counseling; group therapy for teenagers; separation, divorce, specifically co-parenting coaching, mediation; couples; mood & anxiety disorders; and crisis and abuse & trauma counseling including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
I have extensive post graduate experience in the treatment of children and families impacted by abuse, neglect and other significant traumatic events such as divorce, death, chronic illness or substance abuse.
My practice handles a broad spectrum of clients and among my areas of expertise are child & adolescent counseling; group therapy for teenagers; separation, divorce, specifically co-parenting coaching, mediation; couples; mood & anxiety disorders; and crisis and abuse & trauma counseling including Post Traumatic Stress Disorder and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
(732) 823-6962 View (732) 823-6962
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Carolyn D'Amico
Licensed Professional Counselor
1 Endorsed
Serves Area
Hello there! Navigating through difficult, high-stress times and carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, or past trauma can be a struggle every day. I specialize in helping clients learn techniques to manage anxiety, depression, and OCD; achieve inner balance, and improve function in all areas of life. I particularly like working with individuals who are experiencing conflict in the family or relationship realm; and I work with any and all issues one could think of in these areas. My interventions are practical, realistic, and you are the most important member in your treatment!
Hello there! Navigating through difficult, high-stress times and carrying the weight of anxiety, depression, or past trauma can be a struggle every day. I specialize in helping clients learn techniques to manage anxiety, depression, and OCD; achieve inner balance, and improve function in all areas of life. I particularly like working with individuals who are experiencing conflict in the family or relationship realm; and I work with any and all issues one could think of in these areas. My interventions are practical, realistic, and you are the most important member in your treatment!
(732) 624-6270 View (732) 624-6270
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Rebecca Sidoti
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCATP
Online Only
A common trait among my clients seems to be a fierce desire to improve their lives & take back control. Many clients have tried therapy for OCD, phobias or anxiety, & may feel discouraged with the lack of progress. Let's use that frustration to energize & guide positive change! OCD, phobias & anxiety can be overcome, I've seen it happen! Don't let anxiety & stress run the show. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, honoring your experience & inner wisdom as our guide for growth. Together, we'll reclaim your power through traditional or unconventional therapy, like VR Therapy, Ketamine Therapy or Creative Art Therapy.
A common trait among my clients seems to be a fierce desire to improve their lives & take back control. Many clients have tried therapy for OCD, phobias or anxiety, & may feel discouraged with the lack of progress. Let's use that frustration to energize & guide positive change! OCD, phobias & anxiety can be overcome, I've seen it happen! Don't let anxiety & stress run the show. My therapeutic approach is client-centered, honoring your experience & inner wisdom as our guide for growth. Together, we'll reclaim your power through traditional or unconventional therapy, like VR Therapy, Ketamine Therapy or Creative Art Therapy.
(732) 889-5650 View (732) 889-5650
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Divjot Kaur
Counselor, LAC, NCC, EdS
Serves Area
You are not broken. You are not "too much". No matter where you're at in life challenges almost always occur. Sometimes just waking up in the morning feels like climbing a mountain. My goal as your therapist is is to make these challenges feel like something you can overcome. No matter what stage you're at in your life, we can walk this journey together.
You are not broken. You are not "too much". No matter where you're at in life challenges almost always occur. Sometimes just waking up in the morning feels like climbing a mountain. My goal as your therapist is is to make these challenges feel like something you can overcome. No matter what stage you're at in your life, we can walk this journey together.
(848) 315-1492 View (848) 315-1492
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Elaine Kandalepas
Psychologist, PsyD
Serves Area
With the proper support and guidance, therapy helps you cultivate your strengths, regain control, learn ways to overcome challenges, enrich your life, and take steps toward a more fulfilling future. My broad experience as a therapist enables me to offer you professional help for your specific struggles. My specialty areas include self-esteem, self-image, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, developmental and social difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief/loss.
With the proper support and guidance, therapy helps you cultivate your strengths, regain control, learn ways to overcome challenges, enrich your life, and take steps toward a more fulfilling future. My broad experience as a therapist enables me to offer you professional help for your specific struggles. My specialty areas include self-esteem, self-image, interpersonal and relationship difficulties, developmental and social difficulties, anxiety, depression, trauma, and grief/loss.
(732) 982-5268 View (732) 982-5268
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Alexandra Burke
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCADC
1 Endorsed
Online Only
I specialize in helping individuals struggling with substance use, gambling addiction, and related mental health concerns. A typical treatment plan may include assessment, individualized counseling, evidence-based techniques such as CBT/DBT, and support for family members. Clients can expect to gain healthier coping skills, improved self-awareness, and a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.
I specialize in helping individuals struggling with substance use, gambling addiction, and related mental health concerns. A typical treatment plan may include assessment, individualized counseling, evidence-based techniques such as CBT/DBT, and support for family members. Clients can expect to gain healthier coping skills, improved self-awareness, and a stronger foundation for lasting recovery.
(732) 785-4173 View (732) 785-4173
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Erin Swetits- Pinto
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Holmdel, NJ 07733
Not accepting new clients
As a therapist, my specialty lies in life transitions, grief, aging, trauma, and chronic illness.
I offer a warm, welcoming, safe, and supportive space to allow you to feel heard and understood. Together, we will collaboratively explore patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that my be contributing to your mood. We can look at ways to manage depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, or a possible mood disorder to help you get past your past.
As a therapist, my specialty lies in life transitions, grief, aging, trauma, and chronic illness.
I offer a warm, welcoming, safe, and supportive space to allow you to feel heard and understood. Together, we will collaboratively explore patterns, thoughts, and behaviors that my be contributing to your mood. We can look at ways to manage depression, anxiety, grief, addiction, or a possible mood disorder to help you get past your past.
(732) 889-5969 View (732) 889-5969

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Coleen Markey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
1 Endorsed
Wall, NJ 07719
Adults facing relationship difficulties, stressors of daily living, anxiety, depression, grief chronic pain, chronic health issues, and terminal illness.
Life shapes us all. I help adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, life's frustrations and their limiting beliefs that keep them stuck, to gain meaning and understanding of their life stories by learning to gain clarity of how life shaped them, to shift their internal beliefs and life so they can live from their essence and experience healing, joy, fulfillment and peace. My ideal client is he or she who has courage to go within to do the internal emotional healing work, is self-motivated, ready to make lasting change and is active in the therapy process.
Adults facing relationship difficulties, stressors of daily living, anxiety, depression, grief chronic pain, chronic health issues, and terminal illness.
Life shapes us all. I help adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, life's frustrations and their limiting beliefs that keep them stuck, to gain meaning and understanding of their life stories by learning to gain clarity of how life shaped them, to shift their internal beliefs and life so they can live from their essence and experience healing, joy, fulfillment and peace. My ideal client is he or she who has courage to go within to do the internal emotional healing work, is self-motivated, ready to make lasting change and is active in the therapy process.
(732) 856-5243 View (732) 856-5243
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Danilo Velez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Princeton, NJ 08540
My ideal client is interested in personal development and is concerned about their well-being. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, poor anger management, or poor self-esteem, but they are driven to overcome them. They yearn for clarity, self-discovery, and a more complete understanding of themselves. They desire to improve their relationships, manage stress more successfully, and find fulfillment. My client wants to help understand their emotions and find practical skills for living a more balanced and fulfilling life. They are driven to seek therapy because they believe in the transforming power of self-awareness.
My ideal client is interested in personal development and is concerned about their well-being. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, poor anger management, or poor self-esteem, but they are driven to overcome them. They yearn for clarity, self-discovery, and a more complete understanding of themselves. They desire to improve their relationships, manage stress more successfully, and find fulfillment. My client wants to help understand their emotions and find practical skills for living a more balanced and fulfilling life. They are driven to seek therapy because they believe in the transforming power of self-awareness.
(609) 834-5624 View (609) 834-5624
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Jana Scrivani
Psychologist, PsyD
Online Only
Do you worry all the time? Do you find yourself avoiding things that you once loved doing due to fear? Does anxiety keep you awake at night? I help people who struggle with Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, and Anxiety Related Disorders such as OCD, skin picking, and trichotillomania, learn to make meaningful changes in their lives, and to stop the anxiety spiral.
Do you worry all the time? Do you find yourself avoiding things that you once loved doing due to fear? Does anxiety keep you awake at night? I help people who struggle with Panic Attacks, Social Anxiety, Generalized Anxiety, and Anxiety Related Disorders such as OCD, skin picking, and trichotillomania, learn to make meaningful changes in their lives, and to stop the anxiety spiral.
(973) 264-0745 View (973) 264-0745
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Yauhing Sally Lam
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, ACS, NCC
Online Only
Areas of experience include the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, pain management, substance use disorders, and marital and career issues.
“Learning from hindsight, gaining insight, and developing foresight” This is the motto I focus on helping my clients to achieve. I’m a compassionate person who genuinely enjoys helping and working with people. I look forward to helping individuals and families who are seeking help coping with a range of psychological, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
Areas of experience include the treatment of anxiety, depression, mood disorders, ADHD, pain management, substance use disorders, and marital and career issues.
“Learning from hindsight, gaining insight, and developing foresight” This is the motto I focus on helping my clients to achieve. I’m a compassionate person who genuinely enjoys helping and working with people. I look forward to helping individuals and families who are seeking help coping with a range of psychological, emotional, or behavioral challenges.
(732) 243-8939 View (732) 243-8939
Photo of Danilo Velez, Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Danilo Velez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Serves Area
My ideal client is interested in personal development and is concerned about their well-being. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, poor anger management, or poor self-esteem, but they are driven to overcome them. They yearn for clarity, self-discovery, and a more complete understanding of themselves. They desire to improve their relationships, manage stress more successfully, and find fulfillment. My client wants to help understand their emotions and find practical skills for living a more balanced and fulfilling life. They are driven to seek therapy because they believe in the transforming power of self-awareness.
My ideal client is interested in personal development and is concerned about their well-being. They may be dealing with anxiety, depression, poor anger management, or poor self-esteem, but they are driven to overcome them. They yearn for clarity, self-discovery, and a more complete understanding of themselves. They desire to improve their relationships, manage stress more successfully, and find fulfillment. My client wants to help understand their emotions and find practical skills for living a more balanced and fulfilling life. They are driven to seek therapy because they believe in the transforming power of self-awareness.
(856) 335-2473 View (856) 335-2473
Dr. Pamela Hall
Psychologist, PsyD
Serves Area
I strive to provide "personalized treatment by a caring professional." I offer a wide range of psychological services for adults and provide over 25 years of clinical experience. My knowledge of deep developmental issues can also help you to improve your family/ interpersonal relationships, work relationships and guide you towards greater personal success. I also offer therapy for peak performance whether it be work/academic performance or sports related achievements. Unlike insurance sponsored treatment, consultations are strictly private when seeking personal coaching and direct pay services.
I strive to provide "personalized treatment by a caring professional." I offer a wide range of psychological services for adults and provide over 25 years of clinical experience. My knowledge of deep developmental issues can also help you to improve your family/ interpersonal relationships, work relationships and guide you towards greater personal success. I also offer therapy for peak performance whether it be work/academic performance or sports related achievements. Unlike insurance sponsored treatment, consultations are strictly private when seeking personal coaching and direct pay services.
(860) 385-8807 View (860) 385-8807
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JoAnn Sackett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Online Only
At Let's Analyze That Psychotherapy Services, we offer customized therapy services that fit into your daily life. We understand that everyone has a unique schedule, so we provide video and voice options, often available with early bird, evening and weekend sessions. We provide therapy for a wide range of ages, so you can trust us to support you and your loved ones at every stage of life. In my business J Sackett Enterprizes I work with senior citizens to plan for transitions, cope with changing independence and adjust to changing family dynamics that come along with maturity.
At Let's Analyze That Psychotherapy Services, we offer customized therapy services that fit into your daily life. We understand that everyone has a unique schedule, so we provide video and voice options, often available with early bird, evening and weekend sessions. We provide therapy for a wide range of ages, so you can trust us to support you and your loved ones at every stage of life. In my business J Sackett Enterprizes I work with senior citizens to plan for transitions, cope with changing independence and adjust to changing family dynamics that come along with maturity.
(908) 316-9013 View (908) 316-9013
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Nazila Esmaeili, LCSW, L.L.C.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MBA , CPXP
Online Only
I have been working within the healthcare setting for over 15 years providing therapy in the areas of chronic illness, adjustment disorder, cultural diversity, pain management, coping with a new diagnosis, self-esteem, and anxiety.
In my role as a healthcare leader within an acute care setting, I have also focused on services for healthcare providers specific to burnout, stress, coping with end-of-life matters, and adjustment to changes within healthcare.
I have been working within the healthcare setting for over 15 years providing therapy in the areas of chronic illness, adjustment disorder, cultural diversity, pain management, coping with a new diagnosis, self-esteem, and anxiety.
In my role as a healthcare leader within an acute care setting, I have also focused on services for healthcare providers specific to burnout, stress, coping with end-of-life matters, and adjustment to changes within healthcare.
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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.