Chronic Pain Therapists in Philadelphia, PA
My specialization includes work with individuals dealing with chronic pain, chronic illness, and trauma recovery, including traumatic injuries.
Therapy with me is an active, engaging process. My practice is grounded in evidence-based approaches and tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. In therapy, I create a space characterized by authenticity, humor, and acceptance. I believe that being direct and genuine helps in building a therapeutic relationship where real change can occur. My approach integrates strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindful Self-Compassion, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also often incorporate hypnosis in my sessions, which has proven effective in both acute symptom management and deeper therapeutic processes.
My specialization includes work with individuals dealing with chronic pain, chronic illness, and trauma recovery, including traumatic injuries.
Therapy with me is an active, engaging process. My practice is grounded in evidence-based approaches and tailored to meet the unique needs of each client. In therapy, I create a space characterized by authenticity, humor, and acceptance. I believe that being direct and genuine helps in building a therapeutic relationship where real change can occur. My approach integrates strategies from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindful Self-Compassion, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT). I also often incorporate hypnosis in my sessions, which has proven effective in both acute symptom management and deeper therapeutic processes.
I specialize in working with adults navigating mental health challenges, trauma-related concerns, chronic pain, and chronic illness.
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist who understands that seeking support can be a big step. As a Licensed Professional Counselor at LaFleur Counseling, LLC, I provide individual therapy via telehealth for folks in my home state, Pennsylvania. I offer accessible and personalized care no matter where you are in the state. I tailor my methods to meet your unique needs and believe that therapy is a journey of self-discovery—one where you deserve to feel seen, heard, and empowered to move toward the life you want. My goal is to create a safe and understanding space where healing and growth can take place.
I specialize in working with adults navigating mental health challenges, trauma-related concerns, chronic pain, and chronic illness.
I am a compassionate and dedicated therapist who understands that seeking support can be a big step. As a Licensed Professional Counselor at LaFleur Counseling, LLC, I provide individual therapy via telehealth for folks in my home state, Pennsylvania. I offer accessible and personalized care no matter where you are in the state. I tailor my methods to meet your unique needs and believe that therapy is a journey of self-discovery—one where you deserve to feel seen, heard, and empowered to move toward the life you want. My goal is to create a safe and understanding space where healing and growth can take place.
Struggling with weight, chronic pain, insomnia, stress, Covid fatigue, professional burnout, unhealthy habits and anxiety?
I use a variety of techniques including coaching, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, CBTi, nutrition and education to help you gain control of your life. My focus is on lifestyle/ preventive medicine. I want to help you find a sustainable way to live without gimmicks, fads, or other self-defeating programs and help get you off medication, if possible.
Struggling with weight, chronic pain, insomnia, stress, Covid fatigue, professional burnout, unhealthy habits and anxiety?
I use a variety of techniques including coaching, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, CBTi, nutrition and education to help you gain control of your life. My focus is on lifestyle/ preventive medicine. I want to help you find a sustainable way to live without gimmicks, fads, or other self-defeating programs and help get you off medication, if possible.
I have extensive experience in pain coping, stress management, adjustment to major life changes, and insomnia therapy.
Sometimes life throws obstacles at you that are out of your control, but that does not mean you cannot live your optimally healthy life. Being truly healthy includes emotional, social, mental and physical well-being. When these aspects of life are out of balance due to health problems, work stress, or personal issues, it can feel like your whole world is falling apart. Working through these challenges and learning the best coping tools can help you put it back together. I strive to help you move through challenges in achieving a healthy mind and body using practical, evidence-based strategies and compassionate tailored care.
I have extensive experience in pain coping, stress management, adjustment to major life changes, and insomnia therapy.
Sometimes life throws obstacles at you that are out of your control, but that does not mean you cannot live your optimally healthy life. Being truly healthy includes emotional, social, mental and physical well-being. When these aspects of life are out of balance due to health problems, work stress, or personal issues, it can feel like your whole world is falling apart. Working through these challenges and learning the best coping tools can help you put it back together. I strive to help you move through challenges in achieving a healthy mind and body using practical, evidence-based strategies and compassionate tailored care.
Eve
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMHC, LPC
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19106
Waitlist for new clients
Each person has their own journey and it's my job to help you understand where to begin and guide you from there. I take an individual approach to understanding your needs. I strive to provide an open, non-judgmental, and productive space where people can find relief from distressing symptoms and develop a stronger sense of self through insight and reflection. Just like each person is unique, each treatment is different and adapted to who you are and what you need.
Each person has their own journey and it's my job to help you understand where to begin and guide you from there. I take an individual approach to understanding your needs. I strive to provide an open, non-judgmental, and productive space where people can find relief from distressing symptoms and develop a stronger sense of self through insight and reflection. Just like each person is unique, each treatment is different and adapted to who you are and what you need.
Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic pain, matters of sexual or gender identity, or some other life transition, I prioritize creating a foundation of safety and trust.
Treatment will be specific to your needs, your unique inner life and how it informs your experience of the world around you. I use my self and the therapeutic relationship as tools for insight. I work through a blend of psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and social justice lenses.
Whether you struggle with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma, chronic pain, matters of sexual or gender identity, or some other life transition, I prioritize creating a foundation of safety and trust.
Treatment will be specific to your needs, your unique inner life and how it informs your experience of the world around you. I use my self and the therapeutic relationship as tools for insight. I work through a blend of psychodynamic, trauma-informed, and social justice lenses.
Many of my clients face the impact that physical change has on their mental and emotional well-being through illness, life-transitions, and loss.
I specialize in grief counseling and values-based decision making. As a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, I use movement, body awareness, and creative expression to explore the mind-body connection and support a sense of wholeness. I also utilize verbal approaches, including ACT, CBT and narrative therapy.
Many of my clients face the impact that physical change has on their mental and emotional well-being through illness, life-transitions, and loss.
I specialize in grief counseling and values-based decision making. As a Board-Certified Dance/Movement Therapist, I use movement, body awareness, and creative expression to explore the mind-body connection and support a sense of wholeness. I also utilize verbal approaches, including ACT, CBT and narrative therapy.
Experiencing several significant losses and dealing with my own physical health issues earlier in life served to help me recognize a deep sensitivity for the pain that people carry.
Along with my formal education, I am a fully trained EMDR therapist and continuing to work in the field of embodiment and somatic work. With a background in painting and expressive arts work, I utilize creative strategies to welcome openness and awareness into the therapeutic relationship.
Experiencing several significant losses and dealing with my own physical health issues earlier in life served to help me recognize a deep sensitivity for the pain that people carry.
Along with my formal education, I am a fully trained EMDR therapist and continuing to work in the field of embodiment and somatic work. With a background in painting and expressive arts work, I utilize creative strategies to welcome openness and awareness into the therapeutic relationship.
Many of my clients are interested in improving their health through weight management, smoking cessation, pain management or other behavior changes.
I believe that everyone has strengths--and that everyone encounters challenges. During difficult times, I can help you find new ways of understanding what's happening, additional resources for support and enhanced coping skills that build on your existing strengths. I work primarily with adults, individually, in couples or as families.
Many of my clients are interested in improving their health through weight management, smoking cessation, pain management or other behavior changes.
I believe that everyone has strengths--and that everyone encounters challenges. During difficult times, I can help you find new ways of understanding what's happening, additional resources for support and enhanced coping skills that build on your existing strengths. I work primarily with adults, individually, in couples or as families.
Arcline Associates Counsel Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/loss); chronic illness/ pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A.
We strive to make a lifetime commitment to practice multicultural counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching and support individuals with complex problems/histories of non-compliance with treatment and inability or unwillingness to participate in treatment. We specialize in integrating helping processes utilizing holistic approaches. We offer Bibliotherapy!
Our specialties include GeriCare© (older adults with complicated grief/loss); chronic illness/ pain; depression; relationships; coping; acceptance; D&A.
We strive to make a lifetime commitment to practice multicultural counseling, psychotherapy, and coaching and support individuals with complex problems/histories of non-compliance with treatment and inability or unwillingness to participate in treatment. We specialize in integrating helping processes utilizing holistic approaches. We offer Bibliotherapy!
I work with those suffering from low self-esteem, trauma, relational and transition issues, chronic pain and addiction.
I use structured as well as collaborative approaches to improve coping skills and also utilize principles and techniques from mind-body practices, such as EMDR, Focusing, Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET) and Mindfulness to unblock hidden fears and conflicts which may be contributing to deficiencies in functioning.
I work with those suffering from low self-esteem, trauma, relational and transition issues, chronic pain and addiction.
I use structured as well as collaborative approaches to improve coping skills and also utilize principles and techniques from mind-body practices, such as EMDR, Focusing, Neuro-Emotional Technique (NET) and Mindfulness to unblock hidden fears and conflicts which may be contributing to deficiencies in functioning.
I specialize in helping people befriend their nervous systems and learn to listen to their bodies to resolve trauma, navigate chronic pain, and gain insight necessary for change
My approach to somatic therapy includes viewing the body as both a source of vital data for healing and as a vehicle for intervention in our sessions. I integrate somatics with traditional talk therapy approaches like Internal Family Systems (parts work). I also believe in laughter, memes, and gossip as key aspects of the therapeutic change process.
I specialize in helping people befriend their nervous systems and learn to listen to their bodies to resolve trauma, navigate chronic pain, and gain insight necessary for change
My approach to somatic therapy includes viewing the body as both a source of vital data for healing and as a vehicle for intervention in our sessions. I integrate somatics with traditional talk therapy approaches like Internal Family Systems (parts work). I also believe in laughter, memes, and gossip as key aspects of the therapeutic change process.
I have had over 30 years of experience working with clients who are experiencing difficulties at transition times in their lives. I work with adolescents, adults and the elderly who are going through challenges associated with life cycle changes such as relationship problems, school or job related problems or dealing with chronic or acute medical problems. I work from a family systems perspective and often work with family members of those experiencing the kinds of issues I mentioned above. Many of the clients I work with present with depression, anxiety, anger, significant loss , couples issues and/or parenting issues.
I have had over 30 years of experience working with clients who are experiencing difficulties at transition times in their lives. I work with adolescents, adults and the elderly who are going through challenges associated with life cycle changes such as relationship problems, school or job related problems or dealing with chronic or acute medical problems. I work from a family systems perspective and often work with family members of those experiencing the kinds of issues I mentioned above. Many of the clients I work with present with depression, anxiety, anger, significant loss , couples issues and/or parenting issues.
Matt utilizes the unique knowledge gleaned from his life experience: thirty-five years of living with a disability, twenty-seven years of which have been spent dealing with chronic pain.
Matt is a client-centered therapist, who, meeting his clients where they are, helps them to develop and accomplish their goals. He utilizes a systems-based conceptualization of group behavior to help his clients deal with issues in their work and home lives. Utilizing an eclectic blend of interventions to customize treatment to the client's needs, Matt helps his clients develop insights about themselves and their life circumstances, allowing them to discover new coping skills and uncover hidden resources. Matt helps all of his clients overcome their obstacles, develop resiliency, and think outside the box.
Matt utilizes the unique knowledge gleaned from his life experience: thirty-five years of living with a disability, twenty-seven years of which have been spent dealing with chronic pain.
Matt is a client-centered therapist, who, meeting his clients where they are, helps them to develop and accomplish their goals. He utilizes a systems-based conceptualization of group behavior to help his clients deal with issues in their work and home lives. Utilizing an eclectic blend of interventions to customize treatment to the client's needs, Matt helps his clients develop insights about themselves and their life circumstances, allowing them to discover new coping skills and uncover hidden resources. Matt helps all of his clients overcome their obstacles, develop resiliency, and think outside the box.
I believe therapy should be both supportive and effective. I work collaboratively with clients using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help them create meaningful, lasting change. My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence. At the core of my work is a simple belief: I help people reach their full potential.
I believe therapy should be both supportive and effective. I work collaboratively with clients using evidence-based approaches, including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), to help them create meaningful, lasting change. My style is warm, practical, and results-driven—focused on helping you better understand yourself, develop effective coping strategies, and move forward with clarity and confidence. At the core of my work is a simple belief: I help people reach their full potential.
Therapy is an interactive process,and I connect easily and well with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety,relationships and family issues,chronic illness or grief.
I enjoy working with college and grad students working towards traditional careers as well as those pursuing the arts and atypical goals. I also specialize in assisting people going through transitions, including facing illness or death. I offer a sliding scale because not everyone has insurance or a high income.
Therapy is an interactive process,and I connect easily and well with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety,relationships and family issues,chronic illness or grief.
I enjoy working with college and grad students working towards traditional careers as well as those pursuing the arts and atypical goals. I also specialize in assisting people going through transitions, including facing illness or death. I offer a sliding scale because not everyone has insurance or a high income.
I am a health psychologist with expertise in the treatment of chronic anxiety and health conditions ( pain, illnesss, etc.) I have extensive research experience (95 scientific articles and book chapters; National Institutes of Health funding) which I draw upon to provide innovative and up-to-date psychological care.
I use acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help people think and respond more flexibly to challenges in their lives. I’ll work with you to learn mindfulness skills to be grounded and present; acceptance to let go of thoughts, emotions, memories, and situations holding you back; and how to better engage with the people and activities that matter to you.
I am a health psychologist with expertise in the treatment of chronic anxiety and health conditions ( pain, illnesss, etc.) I have extensive research experience (95 scientific articles and book chapters; National Institutes of Health funding) which I draw upon to provide innovative and up-to-date psychological care.
I use acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) to help people think and respond more flexibly to challenges in their lives. I’ll work with you to learn mindfulness skills to be grounded and present; acceptance to let go of thoughts, emotions, memories, and situations holding you back; and how to better engage with the people and activities that matter to you.
I believe strongly in helping people move forward in their lives by recognizing their strengths and helping them solve their problems. I am an action oriented psychologist with both business and healthcare experience. My form of psychology is not to merely listen but identify problems and developing a plan of action. Often problems are based on transitions which are difficult for everyone. By identifying the issues, developing steps and solutions, individuals will move forward in their lives. Transitions are a difficult time for many individuals which may occur with new jobs, changes in life e.g. becoming an empty nester and/or facing retirement
I believe strongly in helping people move forward in their lives by recognizing their strengths and helping them solve their problems. I am an action oriented psychologist with both business and healthcare experience. My form of psychology is not to merely listen but identify problems and developing a plan of action. Often problems are based on transitions which are difficult for everyone. By identifying the issues, developing steps and solutions, individuals will move forward in their lives. Transitions are a difficult time for many individuals which may occur with new jobs, changes in life e.g. becoming an empty nester and/or facing retirement
Living with chronic illness, pain, or infertility can feel isolating, exhausting, and deeply misunderstood.
I offer a supportive, trauma informed space to slow things down and make sense of what you have been carrying. Together, we gently explore patterns, process grief and overwhelm, strengthen self-trust, and support nervous system regulation, helping you feel safer, steadier, and more connected to yourself over time.
Living with chronic illness, pain, or infertility can feel isolating, exhausting, and deeply misunderstood.
I offer a supportive, trauma informed space to slow things down and make sense of what you have been carrying. Together, we gently explore patterns, process grief and overwhelm, strengthen self-trust, and support nervous system regulation, helping you feel safer, steadier, and more connected to yourself over time.
My main areas of focus include trauma, disability/ illness/ pain, gender identity, neuroemergence, perfectionism, dissociation, and sexuality and relationships (including nonmonogamy and kink).
I use feminist and narrative methods to translate awareness into actionable change. My integrative approach is insight, depth, and systems oriented, and I’m influenced by liberation psychology, contemplative and existential philosophy, and harm reduction. I also practice Somatic & Attachment Focused EMDR and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
My main areas of focus include trauma, disability/ illness/ pain, gender identity, neuroemergence, perfectionism, dissociation, and sexuality and relationships (including nonmonogamy and kink).
I use feminist and narrative methods to translate awareness into actionable change. My integrative approach is insight, depth, and systems oriented, and I’m influenced by liberation psychology, contemplative and existential philosophy, and harm reduction. I also practice Somatic & Attachment Focused EMDR and Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
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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.