Chronic Pain Therapists in Pacific County, WA
Are you struggling with unexpected life transitions? Is your depression deepening, or your anxiety or habits preventing you from moving forward in life? Is your zest for life depleted, and impacting your relationships, work, or community connections? Do you long for ambition, purpose, clarity or peace that you're stumbling to create for yourself? Are you ready to explore patterns and habits to identify ways you can shift to create a greater sense of awareness, stability and authenticity? Let's look at how we can do this together.
Are you struggling with unexpected life transitions? Is your depression deepening, or your anxiety or habits preventing you from moving forward in life? Is your zest for life depleted, and impacting your relationships, work, or community connections? Do you long for ambition, purpose, clarity or peace that you're stumbling to create for yourself? Are you ready to explore patterns and habits to identify ways you can shift to create a greater sense of awareness, stability and authenticity? Let's look at how we can do this together.
The mind and body are inextricably connected to one another, and so often we experience emotional pain when our bodies are struggling with medical problems.
My practice is 100% telehealth in the evening to accommodate work schedules. I have specialty training in older adult care and medical populations (e.g., cancer, heart disease, diabetes, organ transplant, chronic pain). I also offer evidence-based therapy for depression, anxiety, and insomnia, and provide one-time consultation or evaluation for diagnosis.
The mind and body are inextricably connected to one another, and so often we experience emotional pain when our bodies are struggling with medical problems.
My practice is 100% telehealth in the evening to accommodate work schedules. I have specialty training in older adult care and medical populations (e.g., cancer, heart disease, diabetes, organ transplant, chronic pain). I also offer evidence-based therapy for depression, anxiety, and insomnia, and provide one-time consultation or evaluation for diagnosis.
Online Therapists
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
I use an interdisciplinary approach, which means I use different styles of counseling to meet the different needs and personalities of clients. I always allow their feedback so they remain comfortable. I try and meet their perceptual needs, emotional needs, cognitive needs, situational needs, and respect their individual personalities. I have worked with all ages, sexual orientations, ethnic backgrounds (including the Middle and Far East), and social economic backgrounds.
Stephanie Leschber
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LICSW
1 Endorsed
Online Only
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of specialty are dealing with stress, anxiety, self-esteem issues, major life changes, parenthood, neurodiversity, chronic pain and healing from trauma.
Do you feel stuck, not good enough, or anxious? Or perhaps you are struggling with overwhelm, people-pleasing, or juggling too much? My passion is helping people deal with anxiety and self-worth issues. Together we can change patterns to ensure meaningful positive changes in your life. Our time together will explore the root of the challenges, give you new tools to thrive, and help you come out the other side into a new chapter of your life.
My areas of specialty are dealing with stress, anxiety, self-esteem issues, major life changes, parenthood, neurodiversity, chronic pain and healing from trauma.
Do you feel stuck, not good enough, or anxious? Or perhaps you are struggling with overwhelm, people-pleasing, or juggling too much? My passion is helping people deal with anxiety and self-worth issues. Together we can change patterns to ensure meaningful positive changes in your life. Our time together will explore the root of the challenges, give you new tools to thrive, and help you come out the other side into a new chapter of your life.
I am committed to offering empathic rapport, evidenced based approaches, and meeting each individual right where they are. This includes integrating each individual's personal, spiritual, and cultural perspectives and experiences, at their request. I work with older kids, teens, young adults, and individual adults, seeking solutions for a variety of concerns including: depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, communication, and relationships. I have received additional training in expressive therapies including play therapy and sand tray therapy.
I am committed to offering empathic rapport, evidenced based approaches, and meeting each individual right where they are. This includes integrating each individual's personal, spiritual, and cultural perspectives and experiences, at their request. I work with older kids, teens, young adults, and individual adults, seeking solutions for a variety of concerns including: depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, communication, and relationships. I have received additional training in expressive therapies including play therapy and sand tray therapy.
For real... I love working with people experiencing relationship problems, depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences that are holding them back. Why? Because I see those things get better everyday and that's awesome. Deeper connection, peace, fulfillment, creating a life you love, all possible. Counseling can make an enormous difference when facing adversity. It awakens courage and enhances wisdom, allowing more ease and intimacy. I am nurturing as well as direct, trusting in your ability to change. I want to work with people who are ready to roll up there sleeves, break painful patterns, and begin healing.
For real... I love working with people experiencing relationship problems, depression, anxiety and traumatic experiences that are holding them back. Why? Because I see those things get better everyday and that's awesome. Deeper connection, peace, fulfillment, creating a life you love, all possible. Counseling can make an enormous difference when facing adversity. It awakens courage and enhances wisdom, allowing more ease and intimacy. I am nurturing as well as direct, trusting in your ability to change. I want to work with people who are ready to roll up there sleeves, break painful patterns, and begin healing.
My approach is collaborative with a focus on building awareness and flexibility in coping styles, with the goal of decreasing symptoms as quickly as possible. My training and approach include cognitive behavioral therapy, gestalt therapy, developmental theories, dialectical behavior therapy, and crisis/trauma-informed theories. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with first responders, healthcare workers, and other mental health providers.
My approach is collaborative with a focus on building awareness and flexibility in coping styles, with the goal of decreasing symptoms as quickly as possible. My training and approach include cognitive behavioral therapy, gestalt therapy, developmental theories, dialectical behavior therapy, and crisis/trauma-informed theories. Additionally, I am dedicated to working with first responders, healthcare workers, and other mental health providers.
I am a licensed mental health clinician with 15 years of experience and in the field. I enjoy working with clients to address their interpersonal dilemmas as well as unresolved internal issues. I mostly use motivational interviewing and CBT. I have DBT training for clients with personality issues. I have training in trauma treatments. I work best with SUD clients and clients with depression and social anxiety.
I am a licensed mental health clinician with 15 years of experience and in the field. I enjoy working with clients to address their interpersonal dilemmas as well as unresolved internal issues. I mostly use motivational interviewing and CBT. I have DBT training for clients with personality issues. I have training in trauma treatments. I work best with SUD clients and clients with depression and social anxiety.
Therapy should feel like a place where you do not have to perform, explain away your pain, or fear judgment.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which I integrate with Somatic Experiencing. This simply means that my approach to therapy honors that we are all complex (with many parts), and sometimes therapy needs to include more than talking (embodiment). I have advanced training in the area of trauma, including certification in trauma response.
Therapy should feel like a place where you do not have to perform, explain away your pain, or fear judgment.
I am trained in Internal Family Systems (IFS), which I integrate with Somatic Experiencing. This simply means that my approach to therapy honors that we are all complex (with many parts), and sometimes therapy needs to include more than talking (embodiment). I have advanced training in the area of trauma, including certification in trauma response.
I believe each of us has an innate drive toward healing and wholeness, even in how we cope with pain.
Life events can leave us feeling unworthy, unlovable, or disconnected from our sense of self. We do the best we can with what we know—striving to care for ourselves and others—yet blame ourselves for not being enough. In our work together, we can gently uncover and let go of those limiting beliefs to make space for clarity and confidence.
I believe each of us has an innate drive toward healing and wholeness, even in how we cope with pain.
Life events can leave us feeling unworthy, unlovable, or disconnected from our sense of self. We do the best we can with what we know—striving to care for ourselves and others—yet blame ourselves for not being enough. In our work together, we can gently uncover and let go of those limiting beliefs to make space for clarity and confidence.
If you or a loved one are seeking clarity and answers regarding emotional, behavioral, cognitive, academic, or psychological concerns, I provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults—including bilingual evaluations in Spanish. My assessments are designed to provide accurate diagnosis, meaningful diagnostic clarification, and individualized recommendations that help guide treatment, school or workplace accommodations, and overall care planning. Areas of specialty include ADHD, autism, learning disorders, trauma, dissociative disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, personal
If you or a loved one are seeking clarity and answers regarding emotional, behavioral, cognitive, academic, or psychological concerns, I provide comprehensive psychological and neuropsychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults—including bilingual evaluations in Spanish. My assessments are designed to provide accurate diagnosis, meaningful diagnostic clarification, and individualized recommendations that help guide treatment, school or workplace accommodations, and overall care planning. Areas of specialty include ADHD, autism, learning disorders, trauma, dissociative disorders, mood and anxiety disorders, personal
Do you feel exhausted from constantly trying to keep up while managing ADHD, autism, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, disability, or major life changes?
Using CBT, DBT, and strengths-based approaches, I help adults develop practical skills for managing stress, emotions, relationships, and everyday challenges. Together, we'll build on what's already working, strengthen coping strategies, and create solutions that fit your unique needs and goals.
Do you feel exhausted from constantly trying to keep up while managing ADHD, autism, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, disability, or major life changes?
Using CBT, DBT, and strengths-based approaches, I help adults develop practical skills for managing stress, emotions, relationships, and everyday challenges. Together, we'll build on what's already working, strengthen coping strategies, and create solutions that fit your unique needs and goals.
As a therapist I offer witness, support and guidance for your unique life experience. Together, we will cultivate compassion for your challenges and help you to resource the skills and strengths you already may have. By identifying the symptoms that are present and the growth cycle(s) you are in, we can find meaning in your challenges and empower your ability to make healthy and authentic choices. Together, we can shed light on what may be eluding your current seeing, allowing you to recover your inner resources for healing and to gain new insights and tools for personal growth.
As a therapist I offer witness, support and guidance for your unique life experience. Together, we will cultivate compassion for your challenges and help you to resource the skills and strengths you already may have. By identifying the symptoms that are present and the growth cycle(s) you are in, we can find meaning in your challenges and empower your ability to make healthy and authentic choices. Together, we can shed light on what may be eluding your current seeing, allowing you to recover your inner resources for healing and to gain new insights and tools for personal growth.
If you've been feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted lately, you've come to the right place. I am experienced in helping people navigate the confusing tapestry of their lives, so they can learn to prioritize what matters most. I will use effective strategies to help you develop your unique strengths as you achieve your goals. Together, we will create a step-by-step guide towards your journey from surviving to thriving. I am also a veteran, so I understand the unique challenges that accompany military service. It would be my privilege to assist my fellow veterans in your path to rebuild the whole you.
If you've been feeling stressed, overwhelmed, and exhausted lately, you've come to the right place. I am experienced in helping people navigate the confusing tapestry of their lives, so they can learn to prioritize what matters most. I will use effective strategies to help you develop your unique strengths as you achieve your goals. Together, we will create a step-by-step guide towards your journey from surviving to thriving. I am also a veteran, so I understand the unique challenges that accompany military service. It would be my privilege to assist my fellow veterans in your path to rebuild the whole you.
I also offer equine assisted psychotherapy in a nature-based setting, along with veterinary social work support for those coping with animal illness, caregiving, loss, and compassion fatigue.
Working with individuals across all age groups navigating the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or other emotional challenges impacting daily life. Many feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves and others. In our work together, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can safely explore experiences while learning tools to regulate emotions, improve relationships, and navigate life more effectively. My focus is not only symptom relief, but helping clients create lasting shifts so they can move forward with greater clarity.
I also offer equine assisted psychotherapy in a nature-based setting, along with veterinary social work support for those coping with animal illness, caregiving, loss, and compassion fatigue.
Working with individuals across all age groups navigating the effects of trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, or other emotional challenges impacting daily life. Many feel stuck in painful patterns, overwhelmed by emotions, or disconnected from themselves and others. In our work together, I provide a supportive, nonjudgmental space where clients can safely explore experiences while learning tools to regulate emotions, improve relationships, and navigate life more effectively. My focus is not only symptom relief, but helping clients create lasting shifts so they can move forward with greater clarity.
They have experience treating a variety of diagnoses and problems including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, suicidal thoughts, psychotic disorders, trauma, substance use, ADHD, autism, coping with chronic pain, grief, adjustment disorders, and emotional regulation difficulties.
Accepting New Patients In Person and Telehealth children, teens, and couples. She received their master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Northwestern University in June of 2023. Annie's past clinical experience includes working with a variety of clients at a community mental health agency dedicated to reaching underserved populations. Prior to becoming a licensed mental health counselor associate.Annie worked as a board-certified music therapist at a state psychiatric hospital for six years. Annie utilized a variety of expressive arts and therapeutic activities in both individual and group therapy settings.
They have experience treating a variety of diagnoses and problems including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, suicidal thoughts, psychotic disorders, trauma, substance use, ADHD, autism, coping with chronic pain, grief, adjustment disorders, and emotional regulation difficulties.
Accepting New Patients In Person and Telehealth children, teens, and couples. She received their master’s degree in clinical mental health counseling at Northwestern University in June of 2023. Annie's past clinical experience includes working with a variety of clients at a community mental health agency dedicated to reaching underserved populations. Prior to becoming a licensed mental health counselor associate.Annie worked as a board-certified music therapist at a state psychiatric hospital for six years. Annie utilized a variety of expressive arts and therapeutic activities in both individual and group therapy settings.
My clinical focus includes working with conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, men's issues, relationship problems, and life transitions.
I’m Jeremiah Hooks, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor based in Washington State. I specialize in working with individuals 18 and older, helping them navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and men's issues. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, with a focus on empowering individuals to achieve personal growth and healing.
My clinical focus includes working with conditions such as anxiety, depression, trauma, chronic pain, men's issues, relationship problems, and life transitions.
I’m Jeremiah Hooks, LMHC, a licensed mental health counselor based in Washington State. I specialize in working with individuals 18 and older, helping them navigate anxiety, depression, trauma, and men's issues. My approach is compassionate and client-centered, with a focus on empowering individuals to achieve personal growth and healing.
Kristin Gurney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, CFSW, CFT™
1 Endorsed
Vancouver, WA 98684
Accepting new clients! In person or virtually.
I specialize in menopause-informed mental health support for women navigating midlife transitions. This stage can bring unexpected physical, emotional, and mental changes that may not make sense.
You may feel off in your body, overwhelmed by changes you cannot explain, or unsure what is happening. You may have sought care and left feeling dismissed or without answers… or been told it is just anxiety, but something does not feel right.
Accepting new clients! In person or virtually.
I specialize in menopause-informed mental health support for women navigating midlife transitions. This stage can bring unexpected physical, emotional, and mental changes that may not make sense.
You may feel off in your body, overwhelmed by changes you cannot explain, or unsure what is happening. You may have sought care and left feeling dismissed or without answers… or been told it is just anxiety, but something does not feel right.
Currently Accepting New Clients. We are a small counseling practice with locations in Kirkland, Mountlake Terrace and Vancouver, WA. Please email us to book.
Currently Accepting New Clients. We are a small counseling practice with locations in Kirkland, Mountlake Terrace and Vancouver, WA. Please email us to book.
If you’re navigating pain, transition, or seeking deeper meaning, we’ll work together to uncover your inner strengths.
My ideal clients are curious, self-aware individuals seeking meaningful change. I work with people navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and major life transitions, as well as healthcare providers and healers needing space for renewal. I also support individuals and partners exploring consensual BDSM, kink, and power exchange dynamics, including communication, boundaries, identity exploration, shame reduction, and relational trust. Together, we cultivate clarity, resilience, authenticity, and lasting transformation.
If you’re navigating pain, transition, or seeking deeper meaning, we’ll work together to uncover your inner strengths.
My ideal clients are curious, self-aware individuals seeking meaningful change. I work with people navigating depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and major life transitions, as well as healthcare providers and healers needing space for renewal. I also support individuals and partners exploring consensual BDSM, kink, and power exchange dynamics, including communication, boundaries, identity exploration, shame reduction, and relational trust. Together, we cultivate clarity, resilience, authenticity, and lasting transformation.
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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.