Chronic Pain Therapists in Jenkintown, PA
Melissa Appel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
I also specialize in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Do you find yourself avoiding life because you have too much anxiety? Or you’ve been having chronic pain so long that you worry life will never be different? If something hurts too much for you to engage fully in life- whether it’s feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or in chronic physical pain, it’s time to try something new. I’ve created my practice as a safe place where you can find relief from emotional and/or chronic physical pain, with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief or feeling out of control. I will help you create a plan to repair, restore and find new ways to achieve wellbeing.
I also specialize in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Do you find yourself avoiding life because you have too much anxiety? Or you’ve been having chronic pain so long that you worry life will never be different? If something hurts too much for you to engage fully in life- whether it’s feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or in chronic physical pain, it’s time to try something new. I’ve created my practice as a safe place where you can find relief from emotional and/or chronic physical pain, with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief or feeling out of control. I will help you create a plan to repair, restore and find new ways to achieve wellbeing.
Cheryl N Foxworth
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, AS
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Prolonged exposure to/with pain can negatively impact how we feel about ourselves and others.
Hello my name is Cheryl Foxworth. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor in Pennsylvania. For over 20-years I have worked with families in distress. I believe that most often the negative experiences we have in childhood corrupts our true sense of being. These early childhood issues often results in a disconnect with our true self. How tragic this can be but there is hope. I would love to think that "What does not kill us will only make us stronger. " This is a quote from philosopher Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche that has become my personal mantra. We must learn how to live beyond our hurt....
Prolonged exposure to/with pain can negatively impact how we feel about ourselves and others.
Hello my name is Cheryl Foxworth. I am a licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and AAMFT Approved Supervisor in Pennsylvania. For over 20-years I have worked with families in distress. I believe that most often the negative experiences we have in childhood corrupts our true sense of being. These early childhood issues often results in a disconnect with our true self. How tragic this can be but there is hope. I would love to think that "What does not kill us will only make us stronger. " This is a quote from philosopher Friedrich Wilhelm Nietzsche that has become my personal mantra. We must learn how to live beyond our hurt....
Bianca O'Connor McDermott
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Online Only)
Being a caregiver for a loved one who has a chronic or terminal illness can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. It also comes with stresses that can be hard for friends and family to understand. Being a person who needs help to manage day to day activities of living can also be hard to handle, even if the help is appreciated. Sudden life changes are difficult to navigate; such as loss of a loved one, death of a pet, or diagnosis of a debilitating disease. Even positive changes like retirement, downsizing, or relocation can be painful at times. Talking it through can help.
Being a caregiver for a loved one who has a chronic or terminal illness can be a rewarding and fulfilling experience. It also comes with stresses that can be hard for friends and family to understand. Being a person who needs help to manage day to day activities of living can also be hard to handle, even if the help is appreciated. Sudden life changes are difficult to navigate; such as loss of a loved one, death of a pet, or diagnosis of a debilitating disease. Even positive changes like retirement, downsizing, or relocation can be painful at times. Talking it through can help.
Wendell Scanterbury
PhD, MFT, CGCS
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Dr. Wendell Scanterbury is a Marriage and Family Therapist who supports individuals, couples, and families facing various life and relationship setbacks such as strained partnerships, anxiety and depression, grief, phobias, chronic illness, and diminished self-image. His clinical development includes several years working with and caring for people living with cancer, grieving loss, vulnerable youth, and separated families. Dr. Scanterbury’s clinical approaches to therapy include Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Prepare/Enrich, Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy, and biofeedback.
Dr. Wendell Scanterbury is a Marriage and Family Therapist who supports individuals, couples, and families facing various life and relationship setbacks such as strained partnerships, anxiety and depression, grief, phobias, chronic illness, and diminished self-image. His clinical development includes several years working with and caring for people living with cancer, grieving loss, vulnerable youth, and separated families. Dr. Scanterbury’s clinical approaches to therapy include Ecosystemic Structural Family Therapy (ESFT), Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT), Prepare/Enrich, Gottman Method Couple’s Therapy, and biofeedback.
Joanne Perilstein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Online Only)
I'll help you cope with issues that seem impossible to deal with - emotional issues, physical impairments, chronic illness, or pain.
Do you lay awake worrying about your relationship, your family, money, your job, or your life in general? Feel stressed out, unable to relax? Are you easily distractible, have trouble accomplishing things, and wonder if you have ADHD? Wish you could "stop the world and get off" for while? Therapy is a good place to do just that. To help you figure out what's not working, and new ways to approach old problems. Like how to avoid having the same fight over and over with a loved one. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to, who won't judge you.
I'll help you cope with issues that seem impossible to deal with - emotional issues, physical impairments, chronic illness, or pain.
Do you lay awake worrying about your relationship, your family, money, your job, or your life in general? Feel stressed out, unable to relax? Are you easily distractible, have trouble accomplishing things, and wonder if you have ADHD? Wish you could "stop the world and get off" for while? Therapy is a good place to do just that. To help you figure out what's not working, and new ways to approach old problems. Like how to avoid having the same fight over and over with a loved one. Or maybe you just need someone to talk to, who won't judge you.
Susan Karol Martel
EdM
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
With 40 years of experience, I work with individuals and couples, straight and gay, African Americans, Caucasians and other racial and ethnic groups as well as other therapists helping with their unique life challenges. I also work with those having chronic illness and cancer. Challenge and loss are inevitable-- whether they be associated with love, family, health or trust or over how we hoped our life would turn out. Living well means learning a repertoire to deal with challenges so we don't remain stuck, angry or depressed.
With 40 years of experience, I work with individuals and couples, straight and gay, African Americans, Caucasians and other racial and ethnic groups as well as other therapists helping with their unique life challenges. I also work with those having chronic illness and cancer. Challenge and loss are inevitable-- whether they be associated with love, family, health or trust or over how we hoped our life would turn out. Living well means learning a repertoire to deal with challenges so we don't remain stuck, angry or depressed.
Julie Solomon, LCSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSS, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Do you struggle with trusting others or with feelings of not being "enough"? Do you experience negative, unhelpful thought loops? Therapy is an invaluable space where you can begin to investigate all the parts of yourself and begin to heal and thrive. I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, depression, and symptoms of PTSD, particularly resulting from interpersonal trauma, through attachment focused EMDR. I will hold space for your pain and help you connect to the best version of self. I can help you to increase your sense of calm, decrease anxious and depressive symptoms and change unhelpful beliefs and thought patterns.
Do you struggle with trusting others or with feelings of not being "enough"? Do you experience negative, unhelpful thought loops? Therapy is an invaluable space where you can begin to investigate all the parts of yourself and begin to heal and thrive. I specialize in treating adults with anxiety, depression, and symptoms of PTSD, particularly resulting from interpersonal trauma, through attachment focused EMDR. I will hold space for your pain and help you connect to the best version of self. I can help you to increase your sense of calm, decrease anxious and depressive symptoms and change unhelpful beliefs and thought patterns.
Daniel A Schwarz and Associates
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Dr. DANIEL SCHWARZ is a Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist in private practice for over 30 years. He specializes in working with children who have learning challenges, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other behavioral problems. He provides family therapy, parent training and couples therapy. Dr. Schwarz consults with schools and clients' physicians to help coordinate treatment. He is fluent in Spanish and is unique in his ability to be culturally sensitive to his clients needs. Dr. Schwarz provides psychological evaluations for Immigration Issues and Waivers. Dr. Schwarz has three experienced providers in his practice.
Dr. DANIEL SCHWARZ is a Ph.D. Licensed Psychologist in private practice for over 30 years. He specializes in working with children who have learning challenges, Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) and other behavioral problems. He provides family therapy, parent training and couples therapy. Dr. Schwarz consults with schools and clients' physicians to help coordinate treatment. He is fluent in Spanish and is unique in his ability to be culturally sensitive to his clients needs. Dr. Schwarz provides psychological evaluations for Immigration Issues and Waivers. Dr. Schwarz has three experienced providers in his practice.
Rik Fire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LISW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
Rik Fire (aka Manjot Singh Khalsa) is a psychotherapist in private practice since 1996, sacred healer, interfaith minister, teacher and co-creator of Radikal Healing. Radikal Healing is a process of life transformation utilizing a complement of modalities tailored to each client's individual needs including psychotherapy, meditation, Kundalini yoga, Shamanic technology, energy medicine, life coaching and supervised fasting. Village of Radikal Healing in Montgomery County, PA & Radikal Healing Suite Asbury Park, NJ are healing centers that provide opportunities for people to embrace the Radikal Life they were meant to live.
John Cappello
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CCTP
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients with immediate availability for adults and adolescents, 12 years and older! Insurance is accepted. Beginning therapy can help you cope with life’s stressors and challenges in healthy and productive ways. Therapy offers a safe place to build meaningful skills you can use for the rest of your life. Working with people from all walks of life has given me a deep understanding of many issues and how difficult it can be to face those issues alone. I strive to create a strong rapport with my clients so we can effectively solve problems and increase happiness.
Currently accepting new clients with immediate availability for adults and adolescents, 12 years and older! Insurance is accepted. Beginning therapy can help you cope with life’s stressors and challenges in healthy and productive ways. Therapy offers a safe place to build meaningful skills you can use for the rest of your life. Working with people from all walks of life has given me a deep understanding of many issues and how difficult it can be to face those issues alone. I strive to create a strong rapport with my clients so we can effectively solve problems and increase happiness.
Abby Bronstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, MFT, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
I work with individuals and couples by recognizing that each person I work with has a life filled with complex experiences beyond the presenting concern. I look to find understanding and connection through exploration of those varied experience. I help clients set boundaries and develop deeper understanding about their own relationships. As a sex therapist, I believe that sex and intimacy are parts of the human experience, and I know that not everyone is eager to talk about these parts of themselves. I help clients build confidence in being able to talk about these areas.
I work with individuals and couples by recognizing that each person I work with has a life filled with complex experiences beyond the presenting concern. I look to find understanding and connection through exploration of those varied experience. I help clients set boundaries and develop deeper understanding about their own relationships. As a sex therapist, I believe that sex and intimacy are parts of the human experience, and I know that not everyone is eager to talk about these parts of themselves. I help clients build confidence in being able to talk about these areas.
Ralph H Jaffe
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
To help others, I believe that three traits are essential: competence, caring, and integrity. I continuously hone my competence by updating my skills and keeping up with developments in my field. In addition, I put a strong emphasis on personal growth and cultivating my relationships with others, believing that by living a full and meaningful life, I have more to offer my clients. I care deeply about my clients, admire their strengths, cheer their victories, and resonate with their disappointments. In terms of integrity, I commit to an approach that is kind, straight-forward,and respectful.
To help others, I believe that three traits are essential: competence, caring, and integrity. I continuously hone my competence by updating my skills and keeping up with developments in my field. In addition, I put a strong emphasis on personal growth and cultivating my relationships with others, believing that by living a full and meaningful life, I have more to offer my clients. I care deeply about my clients, admire their strengths, cheer their victories, and resonate with their disappointments. In terms of integrity, I commit to an approach that is kind, straight-forward,and respectful.
Rachel Zagarino
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Rachel is a Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, including children and adolescents. Rachel received her degree from Drexel University with a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Rachel is passionate about working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families, empowering systems to understand their interpersonal and relational challenges that impede their ability to grow and heal.
Rachel is a Marriage & Family Therapist who specializes in working with families, couples, and individuals, including children and adolescents. Rachel received her degree from Drexel University with a Masters in Marriage & Family Therapy. Rachel is passionate about working with adults, couples, children, adolescents and their families, empowering systems to understand their interpersonal and relational challenges that impede their ability to grow and heal.
Ellen M. Adelman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Hello! I am Dr. Ellen Adelman, a licensed clinical psychologist. Effective treatment means looking at issues of the whole person: Mind, Body and Spirit. I often see people with their families or partners to help understand and resolve relationship issues and to improve communication skills. In individual sessions, a process of gentle exploration helps us address anxiety, depression, anger, and issues of self-esteem. We will determine the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of the problems you face. Together we can identify the areas where you need help and develop strategies to deal with them in a safe and healing environment.
Hello! I am Dr. Ellen Adelman, a licensed clinical psychologist. Effective treatment means looking at issues of the whole person: Mind, Body and Spirit. I often see people with their families or partners to help understand and resolve relationship issues and to improve communication skills. In individual sessions, a process of gentle exploration helps us address anxiety, depression, anger, and issues of self-esteem. We will determine the emotional, physical and spiritual aspects of the problems you face. Together we can identify the areas where you need help and develop strategies to deal with them in a safe and healing environment.
Joanne Kaminski
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
I am a PA licensed psychologist with a broad-based practice consisting of treatment for several mental health disorders, substance abuse/dependence, palliative care for clients with chronic medical disorders, bereavement, family and marital therapy, academic stressors, professional impairment, transferring from military to civilian life, as well as psychophysiological retraining through biofeedback. Cultural and religious beliefs are considered in all treatment approaches. Treatment approaches consist of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mind-body approaches.
I am a PA licensed psychologist with a broad-based practice consisting of treatment for several mental health disorders, substance abuse/dependence, palliative care for clients with chronic medical disorders, bereavement, family and marital therapy, academic stressors, professional impairment, transferring from military to civilian life, as well as psychophysiological retraining through biofeedback. Cultural and religious beliefs are considered in all treatment approaches. Treatment approaches consist of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mind-body approaches.
Rachel Randazzo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Hello, I'm a licensed clinical social worker with a degree from Widener University, Chester, PA. Since 2013, I've had the privilege of working with individuals and families in hospice care, providing support and guidance during end-of-life decisions. I have extensive experience in treating a range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to Alzheimer's, anxiety, bereavement, caregiver stress, chronic medical conditions, crisis therapy and depression.
Hello, I'm a licensed clinical social worker with a degree from Widener University, Chester, PA. Since 2013, I've had the privilege of working with individuals and families in hospice care, providing support and guidance during end-of-life decisions. I have extensive experience in treating a range of mental health concerns, including but not limited to Alzheimer's, anxiety, bereavement, caregiver stress, chronic medical conditions, crisis therapy and depression.
Griffin Family Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CGP
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
"Always Remember Your Potential"...my goal is to offer support in reaching that potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Group Psychotherapist licensed in Nevada, Pennsylvania and New York, as well as a Board Approved Supervisor for Social Work Interns. I provide support for a range of concerns, including work stress, coping with medical concerns, adjusting to loss, family communication challenges, depression and anxiety. Options include individual, couples, group and family therapy. We work together as a team, utilizing your unique strengths and talents, to address the issues that you bring to the table.
"Always Remember Your Potential"...my goal is to offer support in reaching that potential. I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Group Psychotherapist licensed in Nevada, Pennsylvania and New York, as well as a Board Approved Supervisor for Social Work Interns. I provide support for a range of concerns, including work stress, coping with medical concerns, adjusting to loss, family communication challenges, depression and anxiety. Options include individual, couples, group and family therapy. We work together as a team, utilizing your unique strengths and talents, to address the issues that you bring to the table.
Marsha J Friedman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
The challenges of recent years and their unique stresses and isolation may have increased the feeling that no one understands the difficult world that you carry around inside. Seeking therapy is an important decision that may mean you are ready to grow and change and understand more fully the roadblocks that get in the way of living the life you want for yourself. You are seeking an experienced, empathic and trusted professional who will come to learn your inner landscape along with you and will support and guide you as you make the changes you seek. Together we will work toward your creating a more joyful and meaningful life.
The challenges of recent years and their unique stresses and isolation may have increased the feeling that no one understands the difficult world that you carry around inside. Seeking therapy is an important decision that may mean you are ready to grow and change and understand more fully the roadblocks that get in the way of living the life you want for yourself. You are seeking an experienced, empathic and trusted professional who will come to learn your inner landscape along with you and will support and guide you as you make the changes you seek. Together we will work toward your creating a more joyful and meaningful life.
Jenna Rosenau
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Jenkintown, PA 19046
Whether you're going through a life transition, struggling in a relationship, or experiencing anxiety, it takes courage to seek help. Regardless of what you're going through, I want you to recognize that your resilience in life has brought you this far. I would like to help you from here by guiding you through this therapeutic process, as it may relate to personal trauma, early life experiences, and/or unhealthy patterns. I will help you unlock old patterns and beliefs about yourself that are no longer serving you or your relationships. I will support you in tapping into a deeper understand of who you are at your core.
Whether you're going through a life transition, struggling in a relationship, or experiencing anxiety, it takes courage to seek help. Regardless of what you're going through, I want you to recognize that your resilience in life has brought you this far. I would like to help you from here by guiding you through this therapeutic process, as it may relate to personal trauma, early life experiences, and/or unhealthy patterns. I will help you unlock old patterns and beliefs about yourself that are no longer serving you or your relationships. I will support you in tapping into a deeper understand of who you are at your core.
F.L.O.W.
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CCHt, RYT
Verified Verified
Jenkintown, PA 19046
F.L.O.W. is a wellness center emphasizing a whole-person, integrative approach. Our team of Clinical Therapists, Practitioners, and Instructors is here to support you--physically, mentally, and emotionally-- as you take steps on your journey to transformation. We believe you are best served holistically; therefore, you can choose from mental health counseling, functional nutrition, or yoga, to name a few of our services. We offer these services virtually and in our comfortable, home-like wellness center so you can work on creating your best life in whatever environment you prefer.
F.L.O.W. is a wellness center emphasizing a whole-person, integrative approach. Our team of Clinical Therapists, Practitioners, and Instructors is here to support you--physically, mentally, and emotionally-- as you take steps on your journey to transformation. We believe you are best served holistically; therefore, you can choose from mental health counseling, functional nutrition, or yoga, to name a few of our services. We offer these services virtually and in our comfortable, home-like wellness center so you can work on creating your best life in whatever environment you prefer.
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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.