Chronic Pain Therapists in West End, VA
Mental Care Behavioral Health, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, LSATP , CSAC, CAADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, VA 23230
Are you willing to share with me what is causing you pain? “Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.” – Roy T. Bennett. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, ADHD, defiant behavior. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have worked with clients who are dependent on mood altering substances. I encourage you to give me a call for a free 5 minutes consultation & see if I can assist you.
Are you willing to share with me what is causing you pain? “Do not set aside your happiness. Do not wait to be happy in the future. The best time to be happy is always now.” – Roy T. Bennett. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, grief, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, OCD, ADHD, defiant behavior. I also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse. I have worked with clients who are dependent on mood altering substances. I encourage you to give me a call for a free 5 minutes consultation & see if I can assist you.
Family Guidance Centers - Telehealth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, VA 23230
Since 1980, Family Guidance Centers have provided counseling for adults, adolescents, children, and marriages. Our licensed therapists provide a wide array of therapy services. We are a steady, experienced group ready to join with you to build personal health.
Since 1980, Family Guidance Centers have provided counseling for adults, adolescents, children, and marriages. Our licensed therapists provide a wide array of therapy services. We are a steady, experienced group ready to join with you to build personal health.
Michael Carter
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
West End, VA 23230 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my Master of Divinity in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. I have experience working with individuals & families from numerous cultural backgrounds as well as varying age groups. My experience also includes working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger related issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, substance abuse, behavioral problems, & parenting challenges. I am very knowledgeable about crisis related issues and has been working as a crisis counselor for the last several years.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I have my Master of Divinity in Marriage & Family Therapy from Amridge University in Montgomery, Alabama. I have experience working with individuals & families from numerous cultural backgrounds as well as varying age groups. My experience also includes working with clients who are struggling with depression, anxiety, anger related issues, trauma, self-esteem issues, PTSD, substance abuse, behavioral problems, & parenting challenges. I am very knowledgeable about crisis related issues and has been working as a crisis counselor for the last several years.
Tara Gallagher
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
West End, VA 23230 (Online Only)
I have been providing outpatient therapy to individuals, couples, and families since 2019; prior to that, I worked as an intensive in-home counselor and ABA therapist for ten years while I obtained my master's degree and completed my residency. As much as I enjoy seeing my clients in person, I have strengthened my ability to provide therapy virtually, applying various resources and maintaining a strong rapport through my non-judgmental and open-minded approach.
I have been providing outpatient therapy to individuals, couples, and families since 2019; prior to that, I worked as an intensive in-home counselor and ABA therapist for ten years while I obtained my master's degree and completed my residency. As much as I enjoy seeing my clients in person, I have strengthened my ability to provide therapy virtually, applying various resources and maintaining a strong rapport through my non-judgmental and open-minded approach.
Michelle Joyce Northrop
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
West End, VA 23230
I'm glad you are seeking help for life's challenges! My passion is to see you living to your full potential through greater consciousness and self-awareness. Tackling difficult issues together can make them less daunting, while uncovering and understanding self-defeating patterns can facilitate lasting change. Using a Jungian/depth psychological approach, we will jointly identify opportunities to grow beyond these problematic areas, gain insight and explore techniques to move towards a more rewarding life. Learning to sit with suffering can liberate us from its bondage and promotes self-compassion, both essential for mental health.
I'm glad you are seeking help for life's challenges! My passion is to see you living to your full potential through greater consciousness and self-awareness. Tackling difficult issues together can make them less daunting, while uncovering and understanding self-defeating patterns can facilitate lasting change. Using a Jungian/depth psychological approach, we will jointly identify opportunities to grow beyond these problematic areas, gain insight and explore techniques to move towards a more rewarding life. Learning to sit with suffering can liberate us from its bondage and promotes self-compassion, both essential for mental health.
Joseph C Melendez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, LCSW-C
Verified Verified
West End, VA 23230 (Online Only)
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
Joseph is a holistic and integrative therapist and his core principles are compassion, collaboration, and transparency. He has extensive experience in counseling individuals experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship issues, work/life balance stressors, life transitions, substance use, and other areas. He provides counseling to couples and families to address stress, communication concerns, and conflict. Additionally, Joseph facilitates groups including a Men’s Wellness Group, an Emotional Regulation Basics group, and a Healthy Relationships Group.
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Shawna Pfeiffer, Watershed Hypnotherapy
CMS, CHT, FIBH
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226
Waitlist for new clients
As a Clinical Medical Support Hypnotherapist, I guide my clients to tap into their own internal resources and make the important and lasting changes they want to see in their lives. I help them to find freedom from physical pain and discomfort, sleep disturbance, chronic stress and anxiety, excessive worry, fears and phobias, as well as unwanted emotions, habits and behaviors. My goal is to provide guidance, education and coaching to restore optimal physical health and emotional well being.
As a Clinical Medical Support Hypnotherapist, I guide my clients to tap into their own internal resources and make the important and lasting changes they want to see in their lives. I help them to find freedom from physical pain and discomfort, sleep disturbance, chronic stress and anxiety, excessive worry, fears and phobias, as well as unwanted emotions, habits and behaviors. My goal is to provide guidance, education and coaching to restore optimal physical health and emotional well being.
Marie P Norton
Resident in Counseling, MEd, LPC Res, NCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23221
You may identify with anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic pain, weight management, relationship , performance & athletic anxiety.
Stuck? Frustrated or overwhelmed? You want to do better at work or school. Maybe relationships are strained. You know you’d like something to change. Everyone else seems to have their life together. Come as you are to counseling. There is nothing you have to do, or be, in order to feel better. Together, we’ll discover what would be a rich and meaningful life for you, and how to get there. I work frequently with clients wanting to discover whole mind and body connection. During our initial consultation we'll discover if I'm the best fit for your needs, and if not, help you find the right one. Let's chat.
You may identify with anxiety, trauma, depression, chronic pain, weight management, relationship , performance & athletic anxiety.
Stuck? Frustrated or overwhelmed? You want to do better at work or school. Maybe relationships are strained. You know you’d like something to change. Everyone else seems to have their life together. Come as you are to counseling. There is nothing you have to do, or be, in order to feel better. Together, we’ll discover what would be a rich and meaningful life for you, and how to get there. I work frequently with clients wanting to discover whole mind and body connection. During our initial consultation we'll discover if I'm the best fit for your needs, and if not, help you find the right one. Let's chat.
Kelsey Camire
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230
I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults, specializing in working with individuals with chronic pain/and or illness and family caregivers.
I obtained my MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University. I have spent my career working with older adults and their families, helping to ease the transitions that come with aging. Also, I have experience helping individuals of almost all ages and walks of life navigate life’s challenges.
I work with adolescents, adults, and older adults, specializing in working with individuals with chronic pain/and or illness and family caregivers.
I obtained my MSW from Virginia Commonwealth University. I have spent my career working with older adults and their families, helping to ease the transitions that come with aging. Also, I have experience helping individuals of almost all ages and walks of life navigate life’s challenges.
Marlene Wright
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, CHHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Henrico, VA 23228
Are you a woman struggling with health issues, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety or depression? Perhaps you can't remember the last time you felt good emotionally or physically. Maybe you are a woman who lacks the motivation to incorporate self care into your life which has left you feeling trapped in your own personal discomfort. No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, there is a solution. I believe that all women deserve to be vibrant, happy, strong and live a life of abundant health. Psychotherapy, proper nutrition, and lifestyle management can reverse or prevent disease and improve your mood drastically.
Are you a woman struggling with health issues, chronic pain, trauma, anxiety or depression? Perhaps you can't remember the last time you felt good emotionally or physically. Maybe you are a woman who lacks the motivation to incorporate self care into your life which has left you feeling trapped in your own personal discomfort. No matter what challenges you may be experiencing, there is a solution. I believe that all women deserve to be vibrant, happy, strong and live a life of abundant health. Psychotherapy, proper nutrition, and lifestyle management can reverse or prevent disease and improve your mood drastically.
Jessica Bayne
Licensed Professional Counselor, BA, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23233 (Online Only)
I specialize in helping my clients through issues such as traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, relational issues, career stress/burnout, severe mental illness, & other life challenges.
Are you struggling with your overall mental wellbeing? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, stressed or having difficulties coping with your symptoms of depression, anxiety and/or trauma related symptoms? Have you tried therapy in the past and not seen the progress you were expecting? If you are in need of a supportive, knowledgeable, and understanding therapist to help you make the progress you would like to make, please let me know how I can help! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of VA. Book an appointment at jmariespsychotherapy.clientsecure.me/
I specialize in helping my clients through issues such as traumatic experiences, depression, anxiety, relational issues, career stress/burnout, severe mental illness, & other life challenges.
Are you struggling with your overall mental wellbeing? Do you feel overwhelmed, lost, stressed or having difficulties coping with your symptoms of depression, anxiety and/or trauma related symptoms? Have you tried therapy in the past and not seen the progress you were expecting? If you are in need of a supportive, knowledgeable, and understanding therapist to help you make the progress you would like to make, please let me know how I can help! I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of VA. Book an appointment at jmariespsychotherapy.clientsecure.me/
Jennifer L Erickson Ph.d. Lpc
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23229
As a Health Psychologist I focus on Health and Wellness in many ways. I enjoy helping people with Anxiety Due to a Medical Condition, Adult ADHD, Bariatric Pre & Post Surgical Testing and Counseling, and Rehabilitation Supportive Counseling (post-surgical or chronic illness). These areas might seem very different, but they are not. The common thread is that these areas focus on daily living. If we can't focus, due to worry, adhd, anxiety, recovery, or pain, then it is hard to fully live life. I enjoy helping people be the best version of themselves, no matter what they are going through.
As a Health Psychologist I focus on Health and Wellness in many ways. I enjoy helping people with Anxiety Due to a Medical Condition, Adult ADHD, Bariatric Pre & Post Surgical Testing and Counseling, and Rehabilitation Supportive Counseling (post-surgical or chronic illness). These areas might seem very different, but they are not. The common thread is that these areas focus on daily living. If we can't focus, due to worry, adhd, anxiety, recovery, or pain, then it is hard to fully live life. I enjoy helping people be the best version of themselves, no matter what they are going through.
Nick Junes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MDiv
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226
I work with adults, young adults, and couples focusing on life transitions, chronic illness, anxiety, and depression/lack of meaning.
Life should be joyful and meaningful. It is natural to seek connection and to want to discover our inner selves. Even though we long for inner and outer harmony, it is easy to feel down, stuck, alone, unfulfilled. Many of us find communicating, listening, and being vulnerable challenging. Sometimes it seems like the past is close behind and it is hard to move forward brightly. Counseling is here to help give you space to achieve mental and emotional wellness.
I work with adults, young adults, and couples focusing on life transitions, chronic illness, anxiety, and depression/lack of meaning.
Life should be joyful and meaningful. It is natural to seek connection and to want to discover our inner selves. Even though we long for inner and outer harmony, it is easy to feel down, stuck, alone, unfulfilled. Many of us find communicating, listening, and being vulnerable challenging. Sometimes it seems like the past is close behind and it is hard to move forward brightly. Counseling is here to help give you space to achieve mental and emotional wellness.
Norma M Murdoch-Kitt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23227
2-Couples trying to improve their relationship, whether just starting out or currently having significant difficulty, 3-Teens, adults, or seniors who are depressed,anxious or insecure, 4 People coping with serious, chronic or life-threatening diseases or chronic pain.
I like to work with clients who genuinely want to improve their lives and are willing to devote time and effort in order to achieve permanent change.
2-Couples trying to improve their relationship, whether just starting out or currently having significant difficulty, 3-Teens, adults, or seniors who are depressed,anxious or insecure, 4 People coping with serious, chronic or life-threatening diseases or chronic pain.
I like to work with clients who genuinely want to improve their lives and are willing to devote time and effort in order to achieve permanent change.
Mikayla Baugh
Licensed Professional Counselor, MAEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Richmond, VA 23226 (Online Only)
Change, difficult life experiences, and mental illness can throw our lives off balance while providing opportunities to transform.
People come to therapy with strengths and skills that have helped them to survive up until meeting me, and I find that it is often better to work with existing tools rather than tearing down entire foundations. As a clinician, I can help you to decide what stays, what goes, what skills should be emphasized, and what skills should be learned. I have supported others to solve relationship problems, establish effective coping systems, with adjusting to difficult life experiences and spaces. We are both experts in the room and I will use my understandings of integrative practices to help build the dream that you imagine for yourself.
Change, difficult life experiences, and mental illness can throw our lives off balance while providing opportunities to transform.
People come to therapy with strengths and skills that have helped them to survive up until meeting me, and I find that it is often better to work with existing tools rather than tearing down entire foundations. As a clinician, I can help you to decide what stays, what goes, what skills should be emphasized, and what skills should be learned. I have supported others to solve relationship problems, establish effective coping systems, with adjusting to difficult life experiences and spaces. We are both experts in the room and I will use my understandings of integrative practices to help build the dream that you imagine for yourself.
Stephanie DerHovhannessian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23229
I enjoy helping people heal as they learn about themselves, navigate change, and restore hope. I have a passion for working with adolescents and adults across the lifespan, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, who are facing various challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, adjusting to acute and chronic illness, and navigating life transitions. I believe building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect provides the foundation for growth and progress.
I enjoy helping people heal as they learn about themselves, navigate change, and restore hope. I have a passion for working with adolescents and adults across the lifespan, including members of the LGBTQ+ community, who are facing various challenges including depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, adjusting to acute and chronic illness, and navigating life transitions. I believe building a strong therapeutic relationship based on trust and respect provides the foundation for growth and progress.
Lori Brown Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23227 (Online Only)
I have received training in a variety of therapeutic approaches, substance abuse, differently-abled individuals, ADHD and chronic pain.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! The world is a complex place, especially in these ever-changing times. Dealing with adversity can be challenging and stressful. I will work with you to develop a trusting relationship, with the focus to work together to better understand and resolve the conflicts that hinder you from living a fulfilling life.
I have received training in a variety of therapeutic approaches, substance abuse, differently-abled individuals, ADHD and chronic pain.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS!! The world is a complex place, especially in these ever-changing times. Dealing with adversity can be challenging and stressful. I will work with you to develop a trusting relationship, with the focus to work together to better understand and resolve the conflicts that hinder you from living a fulfilling life.
Dr. Elizabeth Sadock
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23230 (Online Only)
I address topics such as anxiety about health, sleep, depression, illness/chronic pain, relationships and sex, weight management, trauma, and addiction.
Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in your life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I offer tools to help people learn to decode their emotions so that they no longer need a therapist guiding them, but rather they can address life's challenges with greater confidence. My treatment focuses on helping people accept the past, and make concrete changes in their lives that lead to a greater sense of peace and satisfaction. My aim is to create a warm, collaborative, and accepting environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your emotions.
I address topics such as anxiety about health, sleep, depression, illness/chronic pain, relationships and sex, weight management, trauma, and addiction.
Are you feeling stuck or struggling to make changes in your life but can’t quite figure out how to get there? I offer tools to help people learn to decode their emotions so that they no longer need a therapist guiding them, but rather they can address life's challenges with greater confidence. My treatment focuses on helping people accept the past, and make concrete changes in their lives that lead to a greater sense of peace and satisfaction. My aim is to create a warm, collaborative, and accepting environment where you can feel comfortable expressing your emotions.
Angela Gilbert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23173 (Online Only)
I have years of experience working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life stress, college transitions, job stress, caregiver burnout, chronic illness, and adults over age 65.
As an experienced clinician working with a diverse client population living with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and life changes, I understand that there are times when we all need a little help.
I have years of experience working with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, life stress, college transitions, job stress, caregiver burnout, chronic illness, and adults over age 65.
As an experienced clinician working with a diverse client population living with depression, anxiety, relationship issues and life changes, I understand that there are times when we all need a little help.
Letitia D Brown
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Richmond, VA 23226 (Online Only)
Lets talk! The practice focus is person centered, strengths based, and focuses on personal growth and working together in a supportive setting to facilitate a patient’s journey towards empowerment evolution of self and living their best version of their life.
Lets talk! The practice focus is person centered, strengths based, and focuses on personal growth and working together in a supportive setting to facilitate a patient’s journey towards empowerment evolution of self and living their best version of their life.
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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.