Chronic Pain Therapists in McKinney, TX
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Malauna Hogan
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
Hogan has over 25 years of experience in providing psychological services to a number of special populations, including individuals with
chronic pain
management issues and adjustment issues related to long-term care placement and other life transitions.
Dr. Malauna Hogan is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who provides psychological services. including psychotherapy and assessment, to adults and individuals who are in advanced stages of life. She uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, as well as other evidenced-based treatments, to treat a number of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, work-related stress, and relationship issues. She is also sensitive to multicultural issues that impact an individual’s well-being.
Marian Zimmerman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
I provide cognitive behavioral therapy, motivation enhancement, stress management, behavioral sleep medicine,
chronic pain
management, relaxation training, mindfulness practice, and psychological testing, as well as individual psychotherapy.
I take a whole body approach to health and
illness
with a focus on how the mind influences the body just as the body influences the mind. Anxiety, depression, and stress can impact health and exacerbate
chronic pain
, heart disease, insomnia, and other medical problems. However, addressing the emotional aspects of medical conditions can improve quality of life and physical health. Also, psychological principles can help enhance wellness and lead to lasting behavioral changes. As a health psychologist, I can help you emotionally cope with medical conditions, make healthy lifestyle choices, and learn skills to move forward with your life.
Pramala Mourier
MS, QMHP, CHT
We often go through life putting up with issues because we've always had to. Are you suffering a chronic
illness
that is emotionally and physically draining? Do you have weight issues? Do you have
chronic pain
on a daily basis? Do you have trouble fulfilling your potential or being able to achieve your goals in life? Do you want to stop bad habits like smoking? Can you remember a time when you didn't feel down or overwhelmed? Are you worried about your relationship or the direction your life is taking?
Joseph Dustin Cobb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I received my Masters from University of Texas at Arlington in 2012. I have extensive experience and training in medical social work, dual diagnosis, and depressive disorders. I work with clients on a diverse spectrum of topics: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, life stages, attachment and codependency, alcoholism, substance abuse, individuals living with disabilities, LGBT, gender dysphoria, and caregivers of people suffering from mental
illness
.
Lance Garrison
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
As a pediatric psychologist, I examine how biological, social and psychological factors influence health and
illness
.
I graduated from the University of North Texas with a Master of Arts in School Psychology (2001) and Ph.D. in Health Psychology and Behavioral Medicine (2003). I completed my pre-doctoral internship at St. James Hospital and Healthcare System in Olympia Fields, Illinois and my post-doctoral experience at Cook Children's Hospital and Lewisville Independent School District. I am a licensed psychologist and a licensed specialist in school psychology.
CHART Counseling Services PLLC, Jennifer Edwards
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified
Verified
Are you tired of going down "Memory Lane" only to come back to "Stuck Avenue"? We've all heard "just let it go" or "get over it" and "the past is the past". If only it was that simple! The truth is, letting go and moving forward often requires a lot of mental and physical energy that sometimes we just don't have. It means waking up and pretending that you are living your best life when in reality you feel defeated. If this is you, I am here to help get rid of the excess baggage that causes
pain
, trauma, and fears in your day to day life. Let's stop existing and live! Together, let's Create Happiness and Restore Trust (CHART).
Alyson Pertuis
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Treatment interests & experiences with adolescents & adults include the following areas: Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), faith-based counseling, marriage, premarital, veteran/military/military families, ADHD, eating disorders, phobias, trauma, Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART),
chronic pain
, first responders, PTSD, anxiety, & depression.
My practice focuses on the use of Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) for rapid healing and improvement of struggles in life. I use additional therapeutic approaches when helping clients, and intake assessment includes thorough review of physical, mental, spiritual and relational issues. I can help you with the challenges you are facing by tapping into your resources and supports. When requested, I incorporate faith into a client's therapy. Please contact me and I will let you know the next step for scheduling with me.
Charles Vela
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified
Verified
Greetings! My name is Charles Vela, and it has been my life’s passion to support and encourage individuals in living their fullest life and healing from past trauma. I received my undergraduate degree in philosophy and psychology at the University of Texas-Austin and went on to my graduate studies at UTRGV. I have experience counseling and working in social work settings and have been able to work with an array of amazing individuals ranging from couples, children, veterans of foreign wars, and families. I help clients struggling with anxiety, panic disorders, PTSD, trauma,
chronic pain
, and depression.
Ashley Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
The human mind and body is a vastly complex and amazing system, with immeasurable capacity for both
pain
and healing. None of us operates in a vacuum and, because of different life experiences, beliefs, environments and relationships, each of us is unique in our suffering, as well as our path to wellness.
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Susan Kent-Arce, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
You will learn how to reduce your and eliminate suffering from
pain
in life.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your values and make real change in your life. Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, negative thoughts? Have your recently experienced a loss, relationship difficulties, or are caring for a loved one? Do you have poor boundaries with others? Are you unsure how to mange the transitions in your life? We will find the right balance of acceptance and change help you meet your goals towards your values and live a life that has purpose and meaning.
Chevonda Allen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LMFT-A, ICADC, NCC
Verified
7 Endorsed
Verified
7 Endorsed
You need help. Welcome to the club! We all need help sometimes. Congratulations for being courageous enough to be on this site exploring. I have experience with adults, adolescents and couples with a variety of presenting problems including but not limited to anxiety/stress, depression, relationship issues, martial issues, PTSD, spiritual issues, grief,
pain
and anger management. Peace of mind and feeling balanced are things you can achieve. Are you ready for change? I look forward to working with you.
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Jackie Burson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, NCC, RPT-S
Verified
Verified
Are you suffering from anxiety, depression or stress? It might be time to stop letting your temporary struggles become your-life long identity. We can work together to help identify the source of your
pain
and work towards living a less stressful life. Through the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for teens and adults, we can learn how to recognize distorted thinking patterns to make lasting life changes. The first step is reaching out for help. Next it is important to find a therapist you connect with. I pride myself on providing a safe, non judgmental, supportive and empathic environment.
Leslie Erin Shepherd
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified
Verified
I treated all issues, from stress to chronic mental
illness
.
Are you feeling sad, anxious, or confused? Are you thinking negatively and finding it hard to picture the future? We all have these experiences, but sometimes they become overwhelming. When that happens, it is important to seek a professional. As a teenager, I often wished I had someone who would listen and help me understand the chaos of my home life. To me, the relationship between the therapist and client is the most important aspect of therapy. I am someone who will not only listen but offer guidance and advice tailored to your individual needs.
Ellen Chernoff Simon
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, MEd, LPC, BCB, CA
Verified
2 Endorsed
Verified
2 Endorsed
If you feel anxious or depressed about a problem or habit you want to change worsened by stress such as weight issues, relationship concerns or addictions, then hypnotherapy & neurofeedback together can help you regain a sense of peace & enhanced well being. I also practice IFS & bio- neurofeedback. I believe in a mind body approach to help reduce stress from physical conditions such as
pain
,
illness
, sleep and digestive disorders. It is my intention to empower every person to experience their innate wisdom & inner guidance. I am certified in Ketamine assisted therapy which takes place in my office. Contact me if you are interested.
Shannon Higgins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S
Verified
3 Endorsed
Verified
3 Endorsed
Welcome to the first and most courageous step of therapy - looking for help and support. I consider myself a compass helping adolescents, adults, families and parents by guiding them in the direction of health and well-being. People are already whole and complete. Sometimes life experiences, circumstances,
illness
and relationships can impose clouded judgment, maladaptive behavior, poor self esteem and obstacles from achieving what we truly desire and deserve. My approach is educative, supportive, trusting, safe, evidenced based and healing. Most importantly, I customize treatment plans unique to each client and at their pace..
Frank Hood
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified
Verified
Among my areas of specialty are depression, anxiety, chronic mental
illness
, and substance abuse, but I am comfortable and well versed in treating a wide variety of presenting concerns.
Sometimes life and things get to be "a bit too much." We all deal with things differently. My focus is helping clients chart a path towards greater wellbeing and fulfillment, so that they can ultimately live a happy and healthy life that matters. This means an individualized treatment plan and goals which we will collaborate together. My work is insight driven. I am passionate about helping others develop deeper understanding and acceptance for themselves, the world and the experiences which we encounter.
Dr. Kimberly Wilson
Licensed Professional Counselor, NMD, LPC, LMFT, LCDC, LMTI
Verified
Verified
couples/families/parenting/relationships / lifestyle/wellness /
chronic pain
/
illness
/cancer/insomnia / infidelity/sex therapy/sexuality / addiction recovery / adhd/bipolar/anxiety/depression / OCD/tics/hairpulling/skin picking / perinatal/postpartum anxiety/depression / trauma/ptsd / grief/loss / serious mental
illness
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I help those of all ages, families and individuals, with complex physical, mental, or emotional struggles. I am here to listen and help rebuild your relationship, your family, your life. We will work through the unhealthy patterns in your life and give a new outlook and way to approach things. You do not have to be consumed by mental or physical
pain
. You deserve a naturally balanced and well life, mind, and body. You deserve the best care! You deserve to make sense of what is going on in your life and understand what is going on in your mind and body, so that you can overcome your challenges. Let's move forward today.
Dr. Ashley Carroll-Brown
Psychologist, PhD
Verified
Verified
However, I also have a great deal of experience in working with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, and coping with chronic
illness
/
chronic pain
.
Hello. Thank you for your interest in my services. My name is Dr. Ashley Carroll-Brown, and I am a licensed psychologist practicing independently since 2013. I enjoy working with teens and young adults in helping them reach their optimal level of emotional health. I use a cognitive behavioral foundation in psychotherapy sessions, which helps you explore how the way you think impacts your emotions and behaviors. I prefer to create a plan with clients at the onset of treatment tailored to your specific goals.
Katherine Bell (Tx Lic# 71390)
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified
1 Endorsed
Verified
1 Endorsed
As a survivor of trauma, divorce, chronic
illness
, depression, & anxiety, I've learned that recognizing your mistakes isn't always enough to correct them.
Healing can mean diving deep into your past. Those depths can be a scary, painful place, but there’s treasure, too. You're created in God’s image, uniquely wired to be like no one else, with gifts and strengths to discover. I welcome you to a safe space to explore yourself. You’re free to be completely, unashamedly YOU... w/out the masks that hide what's beneath the surface. I'll listen, offer validation, show acceptance/grace, & encourage you to take those first steps towards becoming the YOU God intended. Learn to extend grace to yourself as you discover the life you’ve always wanted. Saturday appts available, BCBS accepted.
Dr. Lucy F. Underwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified
Verified
Learning to manage life can be a challenge. When complicated by life transitions, performance pressures, chronic health conditions, mental health diagnoses, or a host of other unforeseen obstacles, it is important to seek guidance. I have shared this journey with individuals & families for over 28 years. My clinical training, the use of research supported treatments, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Sports Counseling have allowed me to successfully work with individuals of all ages (children, teens, adults, & geriatrics), athletes, & business professionals who are confronted with a variety of concerns.
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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.