Chronic Pain Therapists in Tigard, OR
Anxiety, depression, shame, stress, overwhelm, or burn out are some normal responses to life challenges. As social beings, we benefit deeply from supportive people and environments that assist us in uncovering and integrating the wisdom of our minds, bodies and emotions to return to our essential selves--the part that is unshaped by adaptation to difficult experiences. It is my honor to be present and help facilitate people finding their inner strengths, true self, abilities and qualities they didn't fully realize they own as they release the negative effects of the past.
Anxiety, depression, shame, stress, overwhelm, or burn out are some normal responses to life challenges. As social beings, we benefit deeply from supportive people and environments that assist us in uncovering and integrating the wisdom of our minds, bodies and emotions to return to our essential selves--the part that is unshaped by adaptation to difficult experiences. It is my honor to be present and help facilitate people finding their inner strengths, true self, abilities and qualities they didn't fully realize they own as they release the negative effects of the past.
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.
My orientation to counseling, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy is essentially a strengths perspective with a solution focus. The strengths perspective acknowledges all the strengths, resources and instinctual imperatives within an individual that have helped the individual get to the present moment.The strengths perspective helps me scan for the resources needed to resolve or modfy the treatment concern.
My orientation to counseling, psychotherapy and hypnotherapy is essentially a strengths perspective with a solution focus. The strengths perspective acknowledges all the strengths, resources and instinctual imperatives within an individual that have helped the individual get to the present moment.The strengths perspective helps me scan for the resources needed to resolve or modfy the treatment concern.
Cindy has been working in the substance abuse disorder field since 1999. She began her counseling career as a substance abuse counselor working with women in a residential treatment facility who had children in the foster care system. She developed a parenting program for mothers in treatment and early recovery as well as pursued extensive training to treat women with trauma and addiction issues surviving domestic violence. Cindy expanded her career into the intensive outpatient treatment setting as an addiction counselor, conducting group & individual counseling, psychoeducation, couples & family therapy.Cindy has been work
Cindy has been working in the substance abuse disorder field since 1999. She began her counseling career as a substance abuse counselor working with women in a residential treatment facility who had children in the foster care system. She developed a parenting program for mothers in treatment and early recovery as well as pursued extensive training to treat women with trauma and addiction issues surviving domestic violence. Cindy expanded her career into the intensive outpatient treatment setting as an addiction counselor, conducting group & individual counseling, psychoeducation, couples & family therapy.Cindy has been work
I’m passionate about supporting you through trauma recovery, chronic pain or illness, life as an HSP, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship challenges, life transitions, women’s challenges, and more.
I am dedicated to empowering individuals and couples across many life stages (18 to older adults), supporting you through change, growth, and challenges. You are not alone. I compassionately walk beside you, holding a supportive space where healing and transformation can begin. I hold a multiculturally sensitive space where all are welcomed, valued, and seen.
I’m passionate about supporting you through trauma recovery, chronic pain or illness, life as an HSP, anxiety, depression, self-esteem and relationship challenges, life transitions, women’s challenges, and more.
I am dedicated to empowering individuals and couples across many life stages (18 to older adults), supporting you through change, growth, and challenges. You are not alone. I compassionately walk beside you, holding a supportive space where healing and transformation can begin. I hold a multiculturally sensitive space where all are welcomed, valued, and seen.
I work with client navigating eating disorders and body image challenges, grief and loss, chronic illness, and political anxiety.
I strive to engage collaboratively and compassionately with all of my clients throughout their therapeutic journey. I offer trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and relational therapy. My approach integrates Relational-Attachment work, Somatic therapy, Parts work, and Existential therapy. I am committed to AI-free practices.
I work with client navigating eating disorders and body image challenges, grief and loss, chronic illness, and political anxiety.
I strive to engage collaboratively and compassionately with all of my clients throughout their therapeutic journey. I offer trauma-informed, culturally grounded, and relational therapy. My approach integrates Relational-Attachment work, Somatic therapy, Parts work, and Existential therapy. I am committed to AI-free practices.
Whatever you're facing, I'll help: Depression, anxiety, grief, pain, sleep problems, health issues, relationship struggles, trauma, stress, or desire for personal growth.
Whether individual or couple, we address what you bring into session. One area of expertise is working with people who prefer non-pharmaceutical approaches to well-being. I offer state of the art interventions, education, and information to help you find your way through: Communication skills, emotional understanding, trust, conflict resolution, and boundaries.
Whatever you're facing, I'll help: Depression, anxiety, grief, pain, sleep problems, health issues, relationship struggles, trauma, stress, or desire for personal growth.
Whether individual or couple, we address what you bring into session. One area of expertise is working with people who prefer non-pharmaceutical approaches to well-being. I offer state of the art interventions, education, and information to help you find your way through: Communication skills, emotional understanding, trust, conflict resolution, and boundaries.
My ideal client is someone experiencing disconnection from their authentic self or is trying to unmask. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional triggers related to past traumas with which they are struggling. Perhaps they are interested in understanding more about their neurodivergence and ways to build supportive systems to address symptoms. I am honored to help with navigating questions of identity, gender, sexuality, and building relationships with oneself and others.
My ideal client is someone experiencing disconnection from their authentic self or is trying to unmask. They might be experiencing anxiety, depression, or emotional triggers related to past traumas with which they are struggling. Perhaps they are interested in understanding more about their neurodivergence and ways to build supportive systems to address symptoms. I am honored to help with navigating questions of identity, gender, sexuality, and building relationships with oneself and others.
Hi, I'm Stephanie, LCSW and Owner of Full Moon Therapy, LLC! I started my practice over 2 years, in hopes of being able to expand access to therapy services for all who need it and can't find it! I now have a team fabulous providers who bringing my dream to life!
I believe that everyone’s journey is unique, and that’s why my therapeutic process begins by meeting our clients where they are at. I utilize a strength-based approach, tapping into my client’s inherent strengths and resilience to empower them to navigate life’s changes. Being authentic and transparent w/my clients have afforded them space to make the needed changes!
Hi, I'm Stephanie, LCSW and Owner of Full Moon Therapy, LLC! I started my practice over 2 years, in hopes of being able to expand access to therapy services for all who need it and can't find it! I now have a team fabulous providers who bringing my dream to life!
I believe that everyone’s journey is unique, and that’s why my therapeutic process begins by meeting our clients where they are at. I utilize a strength-based approach, tapping into my client’s inherent strengths and resilience to empower them to navigate life’s changes. Being authentic and transparent w/my clients have afforded them space to make the needed changes!
My approach to therapy is joining you through a compassion focused lens. When working together, we will help you to understand how your behaviors may have protected you in the past. Together, we can work to let go of harmful behaviors and integrate more adaptive coping mechanisms into your daily life. We will work to integrate the parts of you that can get you to feeling like your more authentic self. As an eating disorder specialist, I work with children (ages 10+), teens, adults, and families. I am passionate about working with people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
My approach to therapy is joining you through a compassion focused lens. When working together, we will help you to understand how your behaviors may have protected you in the past. Together, we can work to let go of harmful behaviors and integrate more adaptive coping mechanisms into your daily life. We will work to integrate the parts of you that can get you to feeling like your more authentic self. As an eating disorder specialist, I work with children (ages 10+), teens, adults, and families. I am passionate about working with people who identify as part of the LGBTQ+ community.
I specialize in relationship and sexual issues with a current focus in my practice on treating sexual pain disorders (such as dyspareunia and vaginismus), anxiety about sex, coping with low desire in self or partnership, building sexual & relationship security and confidence, and coping with stress brought on by relationship difficulties including: finding a dating partner, moving in together, managing conflict, balancing household responsibilities fairly, break-ups/divorce, and exploring an open-relationship.
I utilize a custom therapy approach drawing from the cognitive therapies & interpersonal neurobiology while integrating creative approaches as desired from the fields of art therapy, depth & archetypal psychology, personality typology, and existential therapy. I have advanced education & training in couples/relationship work, art therapy, and sex therapy.
I specialize in relationship and sexual issues with a current focus in my practice on treating sexual pain disorders (such as dyspareunia and vaginismus), anxiety about sex, coping with low desire in self or partnership, building sexual & relationship security and confidence, and coping with stress brought on by relationship difficulties including: finding a dating partner, moving in together, managing conflict, balancing household responsibilities fairly, break-ups/divorce, and exploring an open-relationship.
I utilize a custom therapy approach drawing from the cognitive therapies & interpersonal neurobiology while integrating creative approaches as desired from the fields of art therapy, depth & archetypal psychology, personality typology, and existential therapy. I have advanced education & training in couples/relationship work, art therapy, and sex therapy.
Hello, I’m Ayanna. I know life can be difficult, especially when you feel that you try and try so hard only to not feel appreciated, valued or respected by friends, your own children, your partner or loved ones. It’s at this point when one realizes who’s there for you, because when it was one of them struggling-I’m sure you were the first one rendering aid. But who’s got you now? Therapy can feel unfamiliar or even judged in some communities—but healing isn’t weakness. It’s bold. It’s brave. It’s courageous. Growth may not match others’ expectations—but this isn’t their life. This is your life!
Hello, I’m Ayanna. I know life can be difficult, especially when you feel that you try and try so hard only to not feel appreciated, valued or respected by friends, your own children, your partner or loved ones. It’s at this point when one realizes who’s there for you, because when it was one of them struggling-I’m sure you were the first one rendering aid. But who’s got you now? Therapy can feel unfamiliar or even judged in some communities—but healing isn’t weakness. It’s bold. It’s brave. It’s courageous. Growth may not match others’ expectations—but this isn’t their life. This is your life!
Megan (she/they) enjoys working with children and their caregivers, couples, and individual adults grappling with life's journey. She is passionate about helping clients strengthen their connections to both their immediate family systems and broader social environments, fostering a deeper sense of security and belonging. Megan focuses on the therapeutic relationship and values alignment as tools for supporting clients in achieving their goals, while also incorporating direct strategies—such as psychoeducation, supplemental materials, and highlighting present-moment dynamics in the room.
Megan (she/they) enjoys working with children and their caregivers, couples, and individual adults grappling with life's journey. She is passionate about helping clients strengthen their connections to both their immediate family systems and broader social environments, fostering a deeper sense of security and belonging. Megan focuses on the therapeutic relationship and values alignment as tools for supporting clients in achieving their goals, while also incorporating direct strategies—such as psychoeducation, supplemental materials, and highlighting present-moment dynamics in the room.
Starting adulthood can feel overwhelming, especially when depression, trauma, or lingering emotional pain makes it hard to move forward.
I work with clients on a weekly basis, and together we focus on understanding patterns, developing coping skills, and creating meaningful change. Over time, many clients notice fewer nightmares, less distress around reminders of past experiences, more balanced beliefs about themselves and others, improved sleep, and a renewed ability to enjoy life.
Starting adulthood can feel overwhelming, especially when depression, trauma, or lingering emotional pain makes it hard to move forward.
I work with clients on a weekly basis, and together we focus on understanding patterns, developing coping skills, and creating meaningful change. Over time, many clients notice fewer nightmares, less distress around reminders of past experiences, more balanced beliefs about themselves and others, improved sleep, and a renewed ability to enjoy life.
You’ve tried to figure it out, pushed through, and held it together longer than anyone knows. Still, the same patterns keep showing up. The same arguments. The same distance. You’re not sure if you’re asking for too much, not enough, or why it all feels harder than it should. But you’re ready for something to shift in your relationship, even if you don’t know where to start. Together, we'll look closely at what’s happening underneath the surface, paying close attention to what's working, what isn't, and what might need to change so that you walk away with greater clarity, confidence, and a real sense of moving forward.
You’ve tried to figure it out, pushed through, and held it together longer than anyone knows. Still, the same patterns keep showing up. The same arguments. The same distance. You’re not sure if you’re asking for too much, not enough, or why it all feels harder than it should. But you’re ready for something to shift in your relationship, even if you don’t know where to start. Together, we'll look closely at what’s happening underneath the surface, paying close attention to what's working, what isn't, and what might need to change so that you walk away with greater clarity, confidence, and a real sense of moving forward.
Engaging in therapy is a courageous process in which problems become less daunting, and new possibilities emerge. My goal is to provide a compassionate and clarifying space as we work together toward healing, change, and your optimal quality of life. "I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night." (Sarah Williams)
Engaging in therapy is a courageous process in which problems become less daunting, and new possibilities emerge. My goal is to provide a compassionate and clarifying space as we work together toward healing, change, and your optimal quality of life. "I have loved the stars too fondly to be fearful of the night." (Sarah Williams)
Embody Life Counseling, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
2 Endorsed
Tigard, OR 97223
Waitlist for new clients
I utilize a combination of modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, Somatic Therapies, Dance/Movement Therapy, IRF, Focusing, Relational Psychology, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Hoarding Support, Medical Social Work for chronic illness and end of life support.
Feeling overwhelmed, tired, anxious, depressed, isolated, afraid? Life can be overwhelming and I am here to support you. Therapy can feel like engaging actively in a life transition, where you find old habits perhaps are not so useful anymore. Together, we can take a look at your coping strategies, processing and experiencing style, and develop insight and awareness.
I utilize a combination of modalities: Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT) for trauma, Somatic Therapies, Dance/Movement Therapy, IRF, Focusing, Relational Psychology, Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT), Hoarding Support, Medical Social Work for chronic illness and end of life support.
Feeling overwhelmed, tired, anxious, depressed, isolated, afraid? Life can be overwhelming and I am here to support you. Therapy can feel like engaging actively in a life transition, where you find old habits perhaps are not so useful anymore. Together, we can take a look at your coping strategies, processing and experiencing style, and develop insight and awareness.
Some areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, weight, pain, insomnia (CBT-I), stress management, women's health issues, and bariatric pre-surgical evaluations.
As we all continue to navigate life's transitions and changes, we eventually find ourselves needing guidance and support along the way. Whether you or someone you know is currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can often be a helpful, rewarding, and life-changing experience. Finding and choosing a therapist, however, could be challenging and overwhelming. Not only must practical matters be considered, such as fees and scheduling, so must the therapist's style, approach, and qualifications. In other words, it has to be a "good fit" and it must "feel right."
Some areas of specialty include depression, anxiety, weight, pain, insomnia (CBT-I), stress management, women's health issues, and bariatric pre-surgical evaluations.
As we all continue to navigate life's transitions and changes, we eventually find ourselves needing guidance and support along the way. Whether you or someone you know is currently thriving or struggling in life, deciding to seek therapy can often be a helpful, rewarding, and life-changing experience. Finding and choosing a therapist, however, could be challenging and overwhelming. Not only must practical matters be considered, such as fees and scheduling, so must the therapist's style, approach, and qualifications. In other words, it has to be a "good fit" and it must "feel right."
Excited. Persistent. Results oriented and good sense of humor. That's me! You’re not alone when you say, “I really don’t want to get out of bed today, just a little while longer,” as you pull the covers over your head. Today feels gray, you feel overwhelmed, even numb and the nagging “duties” of the day pull at your attention, one after another. You want to scream and hide under a rock to make it all go away for a minute, but you open your eyes to see the list of “should’s” just get longer. And worse yet, you feel alone in all of it.
Excited. Persistent. Results oriented and good sense of humor. That's me! You’re not alone when you say, “I really don’t want to get out of bed today, just a little while longer,” as you pull the covers over your head. Today feels gray, you feel overwhelmed, even numb and the nagging “duties” of the day pull at your attention, one after another. You want to scream and hide under a rock to make it all go away for a minute, but you open your eyes to see the list of “should’s” just get longer. And worse yet, you feel alone in all of it.
I welcome clients of all ages, experiences, and backgrounds. Diversity, equity, cultural humility, and empathy are foundational to my work. Seeking therapy can be scary and talking about the hard stuff requires vulnerability and bravery. I'm here to support you on your journey to self-discovery, personal growth, and empowerment through a client centered, strength based, trauma informed, nurturing approach.
I welcome clients of all ages, experiences, and backgrounds. Diversity, equity, cultural humility, and empathy are foundational to my work. Seeking therapy can be scary and talking about the hard stuff requires vulnerability and bravery. I'm here to support you on your journey to self-discovery, personal growth, and empowerment through a client centered, strength based, trauma informed, nurturing approach.
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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.