Chronic Pain Therapists in Portland, OR
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, intergenerational trauma, chronic illness, and BIPOC-affirming care.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or the sheer exhaustion of navigating systems that were not built for you? Maybe you're BIPOC, first-generation, living with a disability, or a member of a community that has had to fight hard just to be seen. You deserve care that doesn't ask you to explain yourself before healing can begin. I'm Samantha Baron, a Professional Counselor Associate at Health Allies Counseling in Portland, Oregon. I provide affirming, empowering therapy for adults throughout Oregon. This is your journey — I am here to support it. Call or text 971-270-0167.
I specialize in trauma, anxiety, depression, intergenerational trauma, chronic illness, and BIPOC-affirming care.
Are you carrying the weight of trauma, anxiety, or the sheer exhaustion of navigating systems that were not built for you? Maybe you're BIPOC, first-generation, living with a disability, or a member of a community that has had to fight hard just to be seen. You deserve care that doesn't ask you to explain yourself before healing can begin. I'm Samantha Baron, a Professional Counselor Associate at Health Allies Counseling in Portland, Oregon. I provide affirming, empowering therapy for adults throughout Oregon. This is your journey — I am here to support it. Call or text 971-270-0167.
Many of my clients feel weighed down by anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or the challenges of living with chronic pain and illness.
I have an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health with a somatic emphasis and over two years of study in the Hakomi Method through M.E.T.A. A lifelong learner, I draw from professional training and decades of life experience to compassionately support clients. I integrate mindfulness, body-based, and relational approaches to foster resilience and healing.
Many of my clients feel weighed down by anxiety, trauma, chronic stress, or the challenges of living with chronic pain and illness.
I have an M.S. in Clinical Mental Health with a somatic emphasis and over two years of study in the Hakomi Method through M.E.T.A. A lifelong learner, I draw from professional training and decades of life experience to compassionately support clients. I integrate mindfulness, body-based, and relational approaches to foster resilience and healing.
I’m a therapist who believes healing happens in connection—real, messy, human connection. My approach draws from AEDP and relational modalities, which basically means we’ll do more than just talk about your feelings; we’ll actually feel them together, with curiosity, safety, and the occasional creative detour.
I'm part of a team working at WellPath Counseling & Associates, a group practice offering compassionate care for a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. We strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment for you to explore depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, everyday stress, and concerns.
I’m a therapist who believes healing happens in connection—real, messy, human connection. My approach draws from AEDP and relational modalities, which basically means we’ll do more than just talk about your feelings; we’ll actually feel them together, with curiosity, safety, and the occasional creative detour.
I'm part of a team working at WellPath Counseling & Associates, a group practice offering compassionate care for a wide range of emotional and behavioral challenges. We strive to provide a comfortable and supportive environment for you to explore depression, anxiety, interpersonal conflict, everyday stress, and concerns.
I treat anxiety, panic, OCD and chronic pain in teens and adults along with other mental health issues.
I specialize in treating individuals who tend to live in their heads, think in loops, and wrestle with anxiety, perfectionism, or long-standing habits that once kept them safe but now feel restrictive.
If you find yourself asking big questions — about meaning, identity, purpose, or why your mind works the way it does — therapy can be a place to explore both the practical and the profound in those questions.
I treat anxiety, panic, OCD and chronic pain in teens and adults along with other mental health issues.
I specialize in treating individuals who tend to live in their heads, think in loops, and wrestle with anxiety, perfectionism, or long-standing habits that once kept them safe but now feel restrictive.
If you find yourself asking big questions — about meaning, identity, purpose, or why your mind works the way it does — therapy can be a place to explore both the practical and the profound in those questions.
I work best with clients (both individuals and relationships) who might find themselves stuck for the first time or for the 100th time in patterns that might leave them feeling like they are "too much" or "not enough" or (even more frequently) cycling between the two!
I work best with clients (both individuals and relationships) who might find themselves stuck for the first time or for the 100th time in patterns that might leave them feeling like they are "too much" or "not enough" or (even more frequently) cycling between the two!
I also specialize in helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and chronic pain.
I have been a Mental Health Therapist since 2006 and I love what I do! I enjoy getting to know my clients and helping them set and achieve goals that lead to feelings of well-being. I believe it is possible to find a balance in life that makes you feel at peace with who you are in the present as well as have clear direction for your future. It is hard to move forward if you don't feel well emotionally and physically but discussing your concerns with a professional can help you decrease symptoms and move past what is making you feel stuck.
I also specialize in helping people who struggle with depression, anxiety, life adjustments, and chronic pain.
I have been a Mental Health Therapist since 2006 and I love what I do! I enjoy getting to know my clients and helping them set and achieve goals that lead to feelings of well-being. I believe it is possible to find a balance in life that makes you feel at peace with who you are in the present as well as have clear direction for your future. It is hard to move forward if you don't feel well emotionally and physically but discussing your concerns with a professional can help you decrease symptoms and move past what is making you feel stuck.
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, chronic pain/ illness, attachment/relational concerns, and other mental health concerns.
As a trauma-informed, somatic, and relational therapist, I approach therapy with a lot of curiosity, gentleness, and eagerness to explore what is happening for clients in the present moment. I often encourage clients to check in with the sensations in their bodies and may highlight patterns I notice. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where clients can access and explore their emotions and experiences, enabling a deeper connection to themselves and others. I also like to bring (appropriate) humor into sessions. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is a key part of the process!
I have experience working with trauma, anxiety, low self-esteem, chronic pain/ illness, attachment/relational concerns, and other mental health concerns.
As a trauma-informed, somatic, and relational therapist, I approach therapy with a lot of curiosity, gentleness, and eagerness to explore what is happening for clients in the present moment. I often encourage clients to check in with the sensations in their bodies and may highlight patterns I notice. I strive to create a non-judgmental space where clients can access and explore their emotions and experiences, enabling a deeper connection to themselves and others. I also like to bring (appropriate) humor into sessions. I believe that building a strong therapeutic relationship is a key part of the process!
I help adults with chronic pain and health issues discover transformative healing through psychedelic-affirming therapy.
As your Portland ketamine therapy provider, I offer specialized treatment combining psychedelic medicine with chronic pain management. My practice provides comprehensive care, including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, Oregon Psilocybin Services preparation, and integration support. Yale-trained with personal chronic illness insight.
I help adults with chronic pain and health issues discover transformative healing through psychedelic-affirming therapy.
As your Portland ketamine therapy provider, I offer specialized treatment combining psychedelic medicine with chronic pain management. My practice provides comprehensive care, including ketamine-assisted psychotherapy, Oregon Psilocybin Services preparation, and integration support. Yale-trained with personal chronic illness insight.
Do you experience chronic pain, stress, or overwhelm, and often feel on edge or have racing thoughts?
I create a safe and open space to explore the complexities of you, to help you tease apart your past and present to release what no longer serves you. I will help you step into presence and authenticity in your life, to find security and peace in your body.
Do you experience chronic pain, stress, or overwhelm, and often feel on edge or have racing thoughts?
I create a safe and open space to explore the complexities of you, to help you tease apart your past and present to release what no longer serves you. I will help you step into presence and authenticity in your life, to find security and peace in your body.
I also have expertise in assisting individuals struggling with their physical health, including chronic pain, medical illness, and sleep/insomnia.
As a therapist I value compassion, collaboration, contribution, and genuineness. I show up, remain active, and don’t take this work lightly. With care and understanding, I invite you to “dig in,” make change, and experiment with new ways of living. I use treatments that have strong scientific support, but individualize these approaches to meet your needs.
I also have expertise in assisting individuals struggling with their physical health, including chronic pain, medical illness, and sleep/insomnia.
As a therapist I value compassion, collaboration, contribution, and genuineness. I show up, remain active, and don’t take this work lightly. With care and understanding, I invite you to “dig in,” make change, and experiment with new ways of living. I use treatments that have strong scientific support, but individualize these approaches to meet your needs.
At the Mind Body Therapy Center in Portland, Oregon, I work with people experiencing chronic pain or medically unexplained symptoms, as well as those who are suffering from health-related anxiety or OCD.
My goal is to help clients significantly reduce or eliminate symptoms in order to help them live fuller, more meaningful and more joyful lives. In addition to working with individuals, I also lead groups for clients interested in Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
At the Mind Body Therapy Center in Portland, Oregon, I work with people experiencing chronic pain or medically unexplained symptoms, as well as those who are suffering from health-related anxiety or OCD.
My goal is to help clients significantly reduce or eliminate symptoms in order to help them live fuller, more meaningful and more joyful lives. In addition to working with individuals, I also lead groups for clients interested in Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Living with chronic illness, trauma, or disordered eating patterns can leave you exhausted and disconnected from yourself.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and affirming. I draw from EMDR, ACT, Narrative Therapy, Health at Every Size (HAES), mindfulness, and relational work to meet you where you are. We can explore your relationship with food and body, build self-trust, and process trauma. I'll help you reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom, not something to fight.
Living with chronic illness, trauma, or disordered eating patterns can leave you exhausted and disconnected from yourself.
My approach is warm, collaborative, and affirming. I draw from EMDR, ACT, Narrative Therapy, Health at Every Size (HAES), mindfulness, and relational work to meet you where you are. We can explore your relationship with food and body, build self-trust, and process trauma. I'll help you reconnect with your body as a source of wisdom, not something to fight.
Your pain is a key that can unlock the door to a better life.
As a licensed psychologist I am able to help people who are struggling with a variety of health concerns, including chronic pain, trauma/PTSD, persistent complex bereavement (impairing grief lasting more than one year), anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship issues.
Your pain is a key that can unlock the door to a better life.
As a licensed psychologist I am able to help people who are struggling with a variety of health concerns, including chronic pain, trauma/PTSD, persistent complex bereavement (impairing grief lasting more than one year), anxiety, depression, anger, and relationship issues.
Living with chronic illness and feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself?
I specialize in working with adults facing anxiety, grief, chronic illness, and the complexities of caregiving. My approach is collaborative, grounded, and engaging. Together, we will work collaboratively towards your short-term relief and long-term goals, ultimately striving for a well-rounded and balanced life filled with contentment and fulfillment.
Living with chronic illness and feeling overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself?
I specialize in working with adults facing anxiety, grief, chronic illness, and the complexities of caregiving. My approach is collaborative, grounded, and engaging. Together, we will work collaboratively towards your short-term relief and long-term goals, ultimately striving for a well-rounded and balanced life filled with contentment and fulfillment.
I often help my clients reshape the thought patterns contributing to their anxiety or depression, cope with chronic pain or illness, and navigate conflict with their friends, family, or partner.
I am in network with Regence BCBS (Participating, Preferred, RealValue, or Individual & Family Network), Moda (Connexus or Synergy), OHP (CareOregon), BCBS Blue Card, FEP Blue, Bridgespan, RGA, and HMA. I can also accept many PPO plans from other insurance providers if your card has a Multiplan or PHCS logo on it.
I often help my clients reshape the thought patterns contributing to their anxiety or depression, cope with chronic pain or illness, and navigate conflict with their friends, family, or partner.
I am in network with Regence BCBS (Participating, Preferred, RealValue, or Individual & Family Network), Moda (Connexus or Synergy), OHP (CareOregon), BCBS Blue Card, FEP Blue, Bridgespan, RGA, and HMA. I can also accept many PPO plans from other insurance providers if your card has a Multiplan or PHCS logo on it.
I have specialized training in health psychology, treating conditions such as insomnia, chronic pain, tinnitus, and smoking cessation.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with adults and adolescents with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and alcohol use. My approach is highly interpersonal and humanistic. This means that I adopt a compassionate and non-judgmental view with my clients, and strive to build a relationship of trust and understanding. I exclusively use evidenced-based treatments that have been thoroughly tested and found to be effective for improving mental health concerns. Together, we will develop new ways for you to cope with and resolve the issues that prompted you to seek care.
I have specialized training in health psychology, treating conditions such as insomnia, chronic pain, tinnitus, and smoking cessation.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist working with adults and adolescents with a variety of concerns, including depression, anxiety, relationship difficulties, and alcohol use. My approach is highly interpersonal and humanistic. This means that I adopt a compassionate and non-judgmental view with my clients, and strive to build a relationship of trust and understanding. I exclusively use evidenced-based treatments that have been thoroughly tested and found to be effective for improving mental health concerns. Together, we will develop new ways for you to cope with and resolve the issues that prompted you to seek care.
I have decades of experience helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, substance use, chronic illness and persistent pain.
I believe that we all deserve to feel safe, loved and valued. The world and our experiences in it can feel overwhelming and painful. I work with people who want to reconnect with their sense of worth and vitality.
I have decades of experience helping people navigate anxiety, trauma, depression, stress, substance use, chronic illness and persistent pain.
I believe that we all deserve to feel safe, loved and valued. The world and our experiences in it can feel overwhelming and painful. I work with people who want to reconnect with their sense of worth and vitality.
Issues that are commonly addressed are anxiety, depression, grief & loss, relationship & sexuality, spirituality, stress, living with chronic pain & illness, codependency, and general life dissatisfaction.
I will help you get to the heart of the matter, the root of what is causing suffering in your life, and we will work together to create the changes you seek. I work from a mind-body-spirit lens with a focus on nervous system regulation, somatic interventions, NLP, parts work, mindfulness, and EFT meridian tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques). We work together to help unstick the parts of yourself and your life that are stuck. We will work together to create a different relationship with these parts so you can have the experience of being happy, healthy, well, and fulfilled in you life.
Issues that are commonly addressed are anxiety, depression, grief & loss, relationship & sexuality, spirituality, stress, living with chronic pain & illness, codependency, and general life dissatisfaction.
I will help you get to the heart of the matter, the root of what is causing suffering in your life, and we will work together to create the changes you seek. I work from a mind-body-spirit lens with a focus on nervous system regulation, somatic interventions, NLP, parts work, mindfulness, and EFT meridian tapping (Emotional Freedom Techniques). We work together to help unstick the parts of yourself and your life that are stuck. We will work together to create a different relationship with these parts so you can have the experience of being happy, healthy, well, and fulfilled in you life.
Even the most capable people can reach a point where life feels unmanageable. The strategies that have gotten you this far aren’t working so well anymore. Lately, you’ve been thinking that you can’t go on like this. You know that something needs to change.
Even the most capable people can reach a point where life feels unmanageable. The strategies that have gotten you this far aren’t working so well anymore. Lately, you’ve been thinking that you can’t go on like this. You know that something needs to change.
In my 17 years in mental health care, I have been honored to work alongside clients facing life transitions, relationship and workplace conflict, cultural marginalization, and chronic illness.
I approach this work from a humanistic and pragmatic perspective. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore what's most meaningful to you. And then, ways to build more meaning into your everyday life. Drawing from various evidence-based therapies, we will collaborate to create individualized solutions for the outcomes you want.
In my 17 years in mental health care, I have been honored to work alongside clients facing life transitions, relationship and workplace conflict, cultural marginalization, and chronic illness.
I approach this work from a humanistic and pragmatic perspective. I provide a safe, non-judgmental space for you to explore what's most meaningful to you. And then, ways to build more meaning into your everyday life. Drawing from various evidence-based therapies, we will collaborate to create individualized solutions for the outcomes you want.
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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.