Chronic Pain Counselling in Ocean Grove, VIC
Positive Mind Works
Psychologist, MSc, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Ocean Grove, VIC 3226 (Online Only)
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Positive Mind Works is a Telehealth Counselling, Psychology, and Psychiatry clinic. We provide support in the comfort and privacy of your own home for couples, adults, and young people. Positive Mind Works has been developed to provide convenient access to expert and confidential support. Clients are offered individualised support based on their goals and chosen focus. We specialise in treating depression, anxiety, panic, stress, relationship difficulties, grief, phobias, OCD, ADHD and PTSD/trauma. A coaching and positive psychology service are also offered for clients wishing to improve motivation toward their goals.
Valentina is a registered Psychologist, trained yoga practitioner and member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi) with over fifteen years’ experience working in the therapeutic space. Valentina is passionate about supporting people to improve their wellbeing and develop an authentic connection to their lives. Valentina works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress/pain, grief and loss and life transitions. Her specific areas of interest are working with trauma and addiction including the ongoing impacts of adverse childhood experiences.
Valentina is a registered Psychologist, trained yoga practitioner and member of the Australian Association of Psychologists Inc (AAPi) with over fifteen years’ experience working in the therapeutic space. Valentina is passionate about supporting people to improve their wellbeing and develop an authentic connection to their lives. Valentina works with adults experiencing anxiety, depression, chronic stress/pain, grief and loss and life transitions. Her specific areas of interest are working with trauma and addiction including the ongoing impacts of adverse childhood experiences.
Harpreet is an Australian registered psychologist. She has a strong interest in working on complex trauma. Her strength lies in engaging clients with diligence and patience. Harpreet believes in working under an integrative evidence-based model using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is multilingual and can additionally support clients who speak English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Harpreet is an Australian registered psychologist. She has a strong interest in working on complex trauma. Her strength lies in engaging clients with diligence and patience. Harpreet believes in working under an integrative evidence-based model using Cognitive Behavioural Therapy, Dialectical Behavioural Therapy, Schema Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy. She is multilingual and can additionally support clients who speak English, Hindi, Punjabi and Urdu.
Kiia Karki
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Ocean Grove, VIC 3226 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Kiia is a Registered Clinical Psychologist after completing her Master's Degree in Finland and worked there as a psychologist for a couple of years before coming to Australia. Kiia has experience working as a psychologist in many different settings with people from all walks of life.
Kiia is a Registered Clinical Psychologist after completing her Master's Degree in Finland and worked there as a psychologist for a couple of years before coming to Australia. Kiia has experience working as a psychologist in many different settings with people from all walks of life.
Anna is a registered psychologist and is passionate about helping adults and older adolescents to improve their happiness and wellbeing. Anna has experience working with parents and has facilitated early parenting and attachment-based group programs including Circle of Security and Keeping Your Child in Mind. Anna is committed to building strong, respectful, and collaborative working relationships with her clients. She believes in taking a gentle, person-centred approach so that each client feels heard and understood. Anna supports clients in developing their own insight, self-understanding, and self-compassion.
Anna is a registered psychologist and is passionate about helping adults and older adolescents to improve their happiness and wellbeing. Anna has experience working with parents and has facilitated early parenting and attachment-based group programs including Circle of Security and Keeping Your Child in Mind. Anna is committed to building strong, respectful, and collaborative working relationships with her clients. She believes in taking a gentle, person-centred approach so that each client feels heard and understood. Anna supports clients in developing their own insight, self-understanding, and self-compassion.
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At Paediatric & Family Therapy, we prioritize establishing a trusting and collaborative bond with our clients. Creating a warm and supportive environment encourages open communication and provides a safe space for healing. Our areas of focus are Anxiety, Changes in Family Dynamics, Coping Strategies, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Loss/Grief, and Stress.
At Paediatric & Family Therapy, we prioritize establishing a trusting and collaborative bond with our clients. Creating a warm and supportive environment encourages open communication and provides a safe space for healing. Our areas of focus are Anxiety, Changes in Family Dynamics, Coping Strategies, Depression, Emotional Regulation, Loss/Grief, and Stress.
Megan Pilon - Endeavour Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA Prov
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Drysdale, VIC 3222
Book online at www.endeavourpsychology.com.au - Megan is a Registered Psychologist with experience in clinical, community, and workplace settings. Megan has specific interests in helping young people and adults to identify and leverage their strengths, develop their understanding of themselves and their relationships, and meet personal, social, educational, and work-related goals. Megan has a deep interest in the way the mind, brain, and body work together to influence mental functioning, health, and wellbeing, and spends part of her time contributing to research projects for Deakin University’s Food and Mood Centre.
Book online at www.endeavourpsychology.com.au - Megan is a Registered Psychologist with experience in clinical, community, and workplace settings. Megan has specific interests in helping young people and adults to identify and leverage their strengths, develop their understanding of themselves and their relationships, and meet personal, social, educational, and work-related goals. Megan has a deep interest in the way the mind, brain, and body work together to influence mental functioning, health, and wellbeing, and spends part of her time contributing to research projects for Deakin University’s Food and Mood Centre.
Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newcomb, VIC 3219
When you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or trauma, life can feel out of control. At Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling, we understand how difficult life can be when you're struggling with mental health concerns. Our team of psychotherapists will assist you to feel back in control of your life. We will help you get to the root cause of your problems so that you can make lasting positive changes. What would your life feel like if you weren't always anxious, depressed or having flashbacks and nightmares? Psychotherapy is the first step to living that life. Medicare rebates are available.
When you're struggling with anxiety, ADHD, depression, or trauma, life can feel out of control. At Create Balance Psychotherapy and Counselling, we understand how difficult life can be when you're struggling with mental health concerns. Our team of psychotherapists will assist you to feel back in control of your life. We will help you get to the root cause of your problems so that you can make lasting positive changes. What would your life feel like if you weren't always anxious, depressed or having flashbacks and nightmares? Psychotherapy is the first step to living that life. Medicare rebates are available.
BA(Psych) PGDip (Psych) MPsych (Counselling), MAPS Natalie is a fully registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency. She enjoys working adult clients (18+) in Geelong. Natalie provides a collaborative therapeutic relationship for her clients using her engaging and down to earth interpersonal style. She aims to reduce emotional distress and strengthen client resilience to support clients to achieve their counselling goals.
BA(Psych) PGDip (Psych) MPsych (Counselling), MAPS Natalie is a fully registered psychologist with the Australian Health Practitioner Agency. She enjoys working adult clients (18+) in Geelong. Natalie provides a collaborative therapeutic relationship for her clients using her engaging and down to earth interpersonal style. She aims to reduce emotional distress and strengthen client resilience to support clients to achieve their counselling goals.
I help those challenged with mental health, change, stressors, trauma and those looking to level up in their life in domains of wellness, performance, fitness, lifestyle and career. Whether you're struggling to cope or looking to get the most out of your life, it's not uncommon to feel stuck, get in your own way, or not know where to start. You might decide to work with me if you need that objective space and time where you can work in a safe, collaborative, understanding space to heal your past & come up with practical solutions to improve your capacity for coping, developing your mindset and optimising performance.
I help those challenged with mental health, change, stressors, trauma and those looking to level up in their life in domains of wellness, performance, fitness, lifestyle and career. Whether you're struggling to cope or looking to get the most out of your life, it's not uncommon to feel stuck, get in your own way, or not know where to start. You might decide to work with me if you need that objective space and time where you can work in a safe, collaborative, understanding space to heal your past & come up with practical solutions to improve your capacity for coping, developing your mindset and optimising performance.
Hi, I'm Sandy Revell. At Comfort Couch our aim is to create an inviting space where you feel at ease to work on the issues that are important to you. We hope to help you heal from the wounds of your past through our holistic approaches addressing your mind, body and soul. By addressing these issues you will be free to live the life that you were intended. At Comfort Couch, we focus on the Whole Person.
Hi, I'm Sandy Revell. At Comfort Couch our aim is to create an inviting space where you feel at ease to work on the issues that are important to you. We hope to help you heal from the wounds of your past through our holistic approaches addressing your mind, body and soul. By addressing these issues you will be free to live the life that you were intended. At Comfort Couch, we focus on the Whole Person.
Online Therapists
Jessica Suetsugu- Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
West Melbourne, VIC 3003
I am experienced in helping people overcome the barriers that anxiety, depression, and chronic pain pose to living a meaningful and fulfilling life.
If you struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood or motivation, I can help. Whether you're feeling this way from uni/work stressors, chronic pain/illness, the loss of someone you love, change in life circumstances, or cultural identity issues, I can join you on the journey towards your goals. Through evidence-based therapies, you will develop a stronger sense of confidence in your own abilities and judgement. Even if you don't believe it now, I know that you're more resilient than you give yourself credit for! Trust that you're the expert in your own life.
I am experienced in helping people overcome the barriers that anxiety, depression, and chronic pain pose to living a meaningful and fulfilling life.
If you struggle with anxiety, stress, low mood or motivation, I can help. Whether you're feeling this way from uni/work stressors, chronic pain/illness, the loss of someone you love, change in life circumstances, or cultural identity issues, I can join you on the journey towards your goals. Through evidence-based therapies, you will develop a stronger sense of confidence in your own abilities and judgement. Even if you don't believe it now, I know that you're more resilient than you give yourself credit for! Trust that you're the expert in your own life.
Overwhelmed? I have lived experience and extensive knowledge of the complexities of ADHD, Sensory Processing, Autism, disordered eating & chronic pain. My unique life with exposure to diversity and unexpected curveballs has shaped me into an insightful, reflective and understanding counsellor. My thirst for knowledge, hyper-focus skills and resolve to fight led to me seeking out my own answers surrounding my health. It finally paid off, & I hope it can help you. I am now treated/mentored/supervised and trained by the MVPs in ADHD & Autism & its many comorbidities. I do not refuse vulnerable & complex clients; I used to be one.
Overwhelmed? I have lived experience and extensive knowledge of the complexities of ADHD, Sensory Processing, Autism, disordered eating & chronic pain. My unique life with exposure to diversity and unexpected curveballs has shaped me into an insightful, reflective and understanding counsellor. My thirst for knowledge, hyper-focus skills and resolve to fight led to me seeking out my own answers surrounding my health. It finally paid off, & I hope it can help you. I am now treated/mentored/supervised and trained by the MVPs in ADHD & Autism & its many comorbidities. I do not refuse vulnerable & complex clients; I used to be one.
I am a warm and down-to-earth Clinical Psychologist. From the outset, I value the importance of developing a safe, therapeutic relationship, holding space for a person to explore their inner and external worlds. I have a particular interest in supporting people with chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and people navigating the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum). Individual telehealth sessions and online groups currently available (Meditation group and Mothers Nurture Circle).
I am a warm and down-to-earth Clinical Psychologist. From the outset, I value the importance of developing a safe, therapeutic relationship, holding space for a person to explore their inner and external worlds. I have a particular interest in supporting people with chronic health conditions (e.g., chronic pain, cancer, autoimmune, hormonal conditions), anxiety, depression, stress/burnout, life transitions, relationship difficulties, and people navigating the perinatal period (fertility concerns/pregnancy/postpartum). Individual telehealth sessions and online groups currently available (Meditation group and Mothers Nurture Circle).
Chris Long Clinical Psychologist
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Coburg, VIC 3058 (Online Only)
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. A range of different modalities of therapies are offered for a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families.
I take pride in working with people to support them to achieve their goals and to lead a fulfilling life. I commit to individualised and evidence-based practice, which means holding you as the client at the centre of therapeutic work whilst providing psychotherapy supported by clinical research. A range of different modalities of therapies are offered for a variety of mental health concerns, including depression, anxiety, trauma, obsessive-compulsive disorder, eating disorders, ADHD, substance use, chronic pain and personality disorders. I work with adults, adolescents, children and families.
I have helped people with all sorts of problems including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, somatoform disorders, relationship challenges, burnt-out, grief and parenting challenges.
Shoshana is a Clinical Psychologist Registrar and has spent the last 13 years working with children, teenagers and adults in various private and public settings. Shoshana provides a safe, engaging and compassion therapeutic space for clients to process and integrate personal narrative, access internal resources, achieve their personal goals, and come home to their authentic and wise SELF. Shoshana has a natural gift in helping people feel comfortable and at ease and has spent decades training in a wide variety of therapeutic modalities to develop the right tools to help people overcome their challenges, transform and grow.
I have helped people with all sorts of problems including depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, somatoform disorders, relationship challenges, burnt-out, grief and parenting challenges.
Shoshana is a Clinical Psychologist Registrar and has spent the last 13 years working with children, teenagers and adults in various private and public settings. Shoshana provides a safe, engaging and compassion therapeutic space for clients to process and integrate personal narrative, access internal resources, achieve their personal goals, and come home to their authentic and wise SELF. Shoshana has a natural gift in helping people feel comfortable and at ease and has spent decades training in a wide variety of therapeutic modalities to develop the right tools to help people overcome their challenges, transform and grow.
Codie is a clinical psychologist who has experience in the assessment and treatment of chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, personality disorders and various anxiety/depressive disorders. He also has extensive experience in assessments and report writing and has provided evidence within court. He has worked with individuals from various funding bodies including, Work-cover, National Disability Insurance Scheme, Transport Accident Commission as well as Medicare.
Codie is a clinical psychologist who has experience in the assessment and treatment of chronic pain, post-traumatic stress disorder, obsessive compulsive disorder, personality disorders and various anxiety/depressive disorders. He also has extensive experience in assessments and report writing and has provided evidence within court. He has worked with individuals from various funding bodies including, Work-cover, National Disability Insurance Scheme, Transport Accident Commission as well as Medicare.
Hello, I'm Emily de Jager, a Health Psychologist with over 10 years experience as a Senior Health Psychologist at the Royal Children's Hospital. I currently hold a position as a Psychology Clinical Educator at RCH. I have expertise in the treatment of chronic pain, chronic illness management and adjustment to this in children, adolescents and adults. I also have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, medical trauma and complex PTSD.
Hello, I'm Emily de Jager, a Health Psychologist with over 10 years experience as a Senior Health Psychologist at the Royal Children's Hospital. I currently hold a position as a Psychology Clinical Educator at RCH. I have expertise in the treatment of chronic pain, chronic illness management and adjustment to this in children, adolescents and adults. I also have expertise in the diagnosis and treatment of mood and anxiety disorders, adjustment disorder, medical trauma and complex PTSD.
I completed the Master’s of Counselling and Psychotherapy at The Cairnmillar Institute, Melbourne, specialising in; trauma & grief, depression & anxiety, relationships, sexuality, chronic pain, work/school issues, communication, emotional regulation and processing, perfectionism & inner criticism and eating disorders.
I wholeheartedly believe in therapeutic healing through safety, compassion & acceptance in the present moment. If we are in distress, feeling lost, alone, sad, anxious or angry it can be hard to know whom to talk with or, what to talk about. Sometimes we don't want to talk at all to start with and, would prefer to do a creative/movement exercise to express ourselves. Maybe we know exactly what we want to talk about and explore, maybe learning new skills to integrate into daily life. I can be there to support you, whatever stage you are at.
I completed the Master’s of Counselling and Psychotherapy at The Cairnmillar Institute, Melbourne, specialising in; trauma & grief, depression & anxiety, relationships, sexuality, chronic pain, work/school issues, communication, emotional regulation and processing, perfectionism & inner criticism and eating disorders.
I wholeheartedly believe in therapeutic healing through safety, compassion & acceptance in the present moment. If we are in distress, feeling lost, alone, sad, anxious or angry it can be hard to know whom to talk with or, what to talk about. Sometimes we don't want to talk at all to start with and, would prefer to do a creative/movement exercise to express ourselves. Maybe we know exactly what we want to talk about and explore, maybe learning new skills to integrate into daily life. I can be there to support you, whatever stage you are at.
Hello, my name is Zane (they/them) and I am a non-binary and neurodivergent counsellor. I work with young people (12-25) and adults of all genders seeking support with a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, self-worth, navigating neurodiversity (including ADHD and autism), exploring gender identity and/or sexuality, body image issues, grief around life transitions, chronic illness and chronic pain. Are you stuck in cycles of overwhelm that you just can’t seem to get out of? Do you struggle with shame and self-criticism? Do you have a strong sense that something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start?
Hello, my name is Zane (they/them) and I am a non-binary and neurodivergent counsellor. I work with young people (12-25) and adults of all genders seeking support with a variety of challenges. These include anxiety, depression, self-worth, navigating neurodiversity (including ADHD and autism), exploring gender identity and/or sexuality, body image issues, grief around life transitions, chronic illness and chronic pain. Are you stuck in cycles of overwhelm that you just can’t seem to get out of? Do you struggle with shame and self-criticism? Do you have a strong sense that something needs to change, but you don’t know where to start?
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Chronic Pain Counsellors
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, catastrophising, 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 behavioural 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.