Chronic Pain Counselling in Shenton Park, WA

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Kara Churchward
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008
I am a registered psychologist and have also studied social work and law. I am passionate about assisting clients holistically and supporting clients to advocate for changes in their lives. I am empathetic, sensitive, respectful, open to feedback, and have a gentle sense of humour. I enjoy assisting clients to feel less distress, gain more confidence, better understand themselves, make changes, and reach their goals.
I am a registered psychologist and have also studied social work and law. I am passionate about assisting clients holistically and supporting clients to advocate for changes in their lives. I am empathetic, sensitive, respectful, open to feedback, and have a gentle sense of humour. I enjoy assisting clients to feel less distress, gain more confidence, better understand themselves, make changes, and reach their goals.
(08) 6493 7170 View (08) 6493 7170
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Manwing Wong
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008
I have over 10 years of experience as a psychologist, and appreciate the value of empathy and compassion in fostering healing and growth. I work with personal mental health challenges such as adjustment, grief, relationships, anxiety, depression and trauma. I also have a background in marketing and management, and understand workplace dynamics and the stress that can at times be experienced by employers and employees. By combining my clinical experience with this business background, I offer a comprehensive approach to addressing work-related issues such as burnout, workplace bullying, management coaching, and injury on duty.
I have over 10 years of experience as a psychologist, and appreciate the value of empathy and compassion in fostering healing and growth. I work with personal mental health challenges such as adjustment, grief, relationships, anxiety, depression and trauma. I also have a background in marketing and management, and understand workplace dynamics and the stress that can at times be experienced by employers and employees. By combining my clinical experience with this business background, I offer a comprehensive approach to addressing work-related issues such as burnout, workplace bullying, management coaching, and injury on duty.
(08) 6493 7009 View (08) 6493 7009
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Brian Allen and Associates
Psychologist, MAPS
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
As a mature person I have the benefit of my own life experience as well as my many years of professional practice that I can draw upon. This has enabled me to help many people to improve the quality of their lives and their relationships and to cope with and overcome the traumas and challenges that life eventually presents to all of us.
(08) 9121 1016 View (08) 9121 1016
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Amanda Oliver
Psychotherapist, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shenton Park, WA 6008
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
I am a Psychoanalytic Psychotherapist specialising in adolescents & adults. Formerly a high school teacher, I have a natural ability to quickly develop relationships with teenagers and specialise in complex issues often affecting adolescents and their families. These issues often recur in adult relationships affecting daily life. By processing and understanding the past, it opens up a way to be able to move forward & improve current relations. I am passionate about not just alleviating symptoms but helping you to understand and resolve patterns of behaviour. Working together, we determine goals and the direction of your therapy.
(08) 7079 4452 View (08) 7079 4452
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Anita Wong
Psychotherapist, MPsych, ACA-L2
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008
We use gentle but powerful tools and modalities to reach your full potential. Let's cultivate an embodied wisdom for more confidence in your body and mind, so you can rise to life’s challenges. Discover an inner peace and acceptance that will allow you to become truly at ease with yourself.
We use gentle but powerful tools and modalities to reach your full potential. Let's cultivate an embodied wisdom for more confidence in your body and mind, so you can rise to life’s challenges. Discover an inner peace and acceptance that will allow you to become truly at ease with yourself.
(08) 6490 9172 View (08) 6490 9172
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COPE - Centre of Psychological Enrichment
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008
COPE Centre is a multi-disciplinary practice that offers the highest level of psychological and mental health care, extending beyond the alleviation of symptoms. Our mission is to reduce emotional suffering and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and society. We achieve this through the utilisation of psychoanalytic psychotherapy, a clinical approach that is both widely applicable and continuously evolving, providing a profound understanding of the human experience and fostering lasting change.
COPE Centre is a multi-disciplinary practice that offers the highest level of psychological and mental health care, extending beyond the alleviation of symptoms. Our mission is to reduce emotional suffering and enhance the well-being of individuals, families, and society. We achieve this through the utilisation of psychoanalytic psychotherapy, a clinical approach that is both widely applicable and continuously evolving, providing a profound understanding of the human experience and fostering lasting change.
(08) 7078 8301 View (08) 7078 8301
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Joanne Lee
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Shenton Park, WA 6008  (Online Only)
Joanne is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Joanne works with adults of all ages and has extensive experience the areas of anxiety, mood disorders (including depression), adjustment to life transitions, chronic illness, pain management, trauma and grief and loss. Joanne believes in creating a safe emotional space whilst working alongside her clients to help them achieve meaningful change in their everyday life.
Joanne is an AHPRA registered Clinical Psychologist and a member of the Australian Psychological Society (APS). Joanne works with adults of all ages and has extensive experience the areas of anxiety, mood disorders (including depression), adjustment to life transitions, chronic illness, pain management, trauma and grief and loss. Joanne believes in creating a safe emotional space whilst working alongside her clients to help them achieve meaningful change in their everyday life.
0420 476 871 View 0420 476 871

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Kate Deakin
Psychotherapist, PACFA
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
I am a general psychotherapist, counsellor, body psychotherapist, meditation & embodiment teacher. I offer individual therapy & online grounding & embodiment meditation classes. I work with: -Anxiety, depression, difficult emotions -Self-esteem - Chronic pain -Insomnia -Relationship issues -Existential issues: fear of death, illness, isolation, uncertainty, change, loss -Lack of meaning (& fulfilment) -Life goals -'Psychosomatic' issues e.g. chronic fatigue, gastro issues -Grief -Sensitivity -Building resilience -Making decisions -Your relationship with time -'OCD' -'panic attacks' -General life challenges -Breathing related issues
I am a general psychotherapist, counsellor, body psychotherapist, meditation & embodiment teacher. I offer individual therapy & online grounding & embodiment meditation classes. I work with: -Anxiety, depression, difficult emotions -Self-esteem - Chronic pain -Insomnia -Relationship issues -Existential issues: fear of death, illness, isolation, uncertainty, change, loss -Lack of meaning (& fulfilment) -Life goals -'Psychosomatic' issues e.g. chronic fatigue, gastro issues -Grief -Sensitivity -Building resilience -Making decisions -Your relationship with time -'OCD' -'panic attacks' -General life challenges -Breathing related issues
(02) 9100 0463 View (02) 9100 0463
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Sarah Dakhili
Counsellor, AMHSW
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 13 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
Sarah is a Psychotherapist and Mental Health Social Worker. She has been working within the field of mind-body disorders (MBD) for over 13 years, specialising in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) chronic pain, trauma recovery and Tension Myositis Syndrome (TMS), including other challenges such as stress, anxiety, depression, Fibromyalgia and PTSD. Her motto is simple: “Supporting clients in creating authentic power within themselves and in turn being able to make what was once difficult, easier”.
(07) 3130 0085 View (07) 3130 0085
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Morrison James McQueen
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Perth, WA 6006
With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety and mood issues Morrison works with each individual client to draw on their strengths and insight for lasting change.
Change is difficult. Morrison is experienced in supporting a range of clients through difficult and confronting times. With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety and mood issues in adults and teens, Morrison brings his Psychological experience from across the private and government settings to each indiviuals' unique situation. Morrison is passionate about supporting people navigating life with ADHD and Autism (ASD) and living a full and fulfilling life of meaning and value.
With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety and mood issues Morrison works with each individual client to draw on their strengths and insight for lasting change.
Change is difficult. Morrison is experienced in supporting a range of clients through difficult and confronting times. With extensive experience in treating chronic pain, anxiety and mood issues in adults and teens, Morrison brings his Psychological experience from across the private and government settings to each indiviuals' unique situation. Morrison is passionate about supporting people navigating life with ADHD and Autism (ASD) and living a full and fulfilling life of meaning and value.
(08) 6493 7436 View (08) 6493 7436
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Gus Norris
Psychologist, PhD, MAPS
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive experience who specialises in working with people who have mental health difficulties which affect their wellbeing and ability to function as they wish. I assist clients with depression, anxiety, anger, sleep problems, schizophrenia and chronic pain. Over many years of working with clients I have found Cognitive Behavioural to be a very valuable treatment for these conditions.
I am a clinical psychologist with extensive experience who specialises in working with people who have mental health difficulties which affect their wellbeing and ability to function as they wish. I assist clients with depression, anxiety, anger, sleep problems, schizophrenia and chronic pain. Over many years of working with clients I have found Cognitive Behavioural to be a very valuable treatment for these conditions.
(02) 9100 0562 View (02) 9100 0562
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Bronwyn Lester
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
North Perth, WA 6006
I work with a wide range of emotional difficulties including depression and low mood, anxiety, life changes, stress managment, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and chronic pain.
I understand that at times we all feel anxious, stuck, lost, alone or empty. Sometimes it is fleeting, sometimes it stays for a while and sometimes it seems it is never going to leave. No two people are the same and I am committed to a collaborative approach towards understanding you and find a pathway to best resolve your emotional difficulties. I draw from a range of psychological treatment approaches including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Densensitisation and Reprocessing, and Internal Family Systems
I work with a wide range of emotional difficulties including depression and low mood, anxiety, life changes, stress managment, trauma, grief, relationship issues, and chronic pain.
I understand that at times we all feel anxious, stuck, lost, alone or empty. Sometimes it is fleeting, sometimes it stays for a while and sometimes it seems it is never going to leave. No two people are the same and I am committed to a collaborative approach towards understanding you and find a pathway to best resolve your emotional difficulties. I draw from a range of psychological treatment approaches including Psychodynamic Psychotherapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Eye Movement Densensitisation and Reprocessing, and Internal Family Systems
(08) 6490 9110 View (08) 6490 9110
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Simone Butun
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
My goal is to help you overcome the challenges that are preventing you from living your best life. My approach emphasises evidence-based practice, meaning I rely on scientifically-proven methods to help you achieve positive outcomes. , I am committed to providing the highest standard of care to my clients. I believe in the power of the mind-body relationship and specialise in treating complex health conditions such as chronic pain and autoimmune disorders. By working together, we can discover the unique tools and strategies that will help you overcome life's obstacles and achieve greater wellbeing.
My goal is to help you overcome the challenges that are preventing you from living your best life. My approach emphasises evidence-based practice, meaning I rely on scientifically-proven methods to help you achieve positive outcomes. , I am committed to providing the highest standard of care to my clients. I believe in the power of the mind-body relationship and specialise in treating complex health conditions such as chronic pain and autoimmune disorders. By working together, we can discover the unique tools and strategies that will help you overcome life's obstacles and achieve greater wellbeing.
(08) 6493 7668 View (08) 6493 7668
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Regina Gerlach
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Clin. Psych
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
In my private psychology practice I am working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, chronic pain, conflict, depression, stress and trauma. I am working with clients who are interested in a different way of relating to their experiences, and willing to taking steps between our sessions to practice and apply a particular way of being - being present. I am seeing individuals, couples and I am also offering group-based treatment (MBCT, MiCBT, MSC). It is very important that the client feels safe and connected to me as a clinician as this forms a secure base for working together and through difficulty.
In my private psychology practice I am working with adults who are experiencing anxiety, chronic pain, conflict, depression, stress and trauma. I am working with clients who are interested in a different way of relating to their experiences, and willing to taking steps between our sessions to practice and apply a particular way of being - being present. I am seeing individuals, couples and I am also offering group-based treatment (MBCT, MiCBT, MSC). It is very important that the client feels safe and connected to me as a clinician as this forms a secure base for working together and through difficulty.
(08) 6244 5498 View (08) 6244 5498
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Dr Arthur Stabolidis: The Psychology Suite
Psychologist, PsychD, PsyBA Endorsed
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
You have come here with a concern you want some help with. Understanding that concern, its impact on your life, and its place within the story of your life is an integral part of the therapy process. My specialty clinical interests include adult ADHD assessment and treatment, anxiety, depression, stress management, and helping clients navigate significant life changes. I am also trained in clinical hypnotherapy which I utilise in the management of chronic pain conditions such as endometriosis, fibro neuralgia and IBS.
You have come here with a concern you want some help with. Understanding that concern, its impact on your life, and its place within the story of your life is an integral part of the therapy process. My specialty clinical interests include adult ADHD assessment and treatment, anxiety, depression, stress management, and helping clients navigate significant life changes. I am also trained in clinical hypnotherapy which I utilise in the management of chronic pain conditions such as endometriosis, fibro neuralgia and IBS.
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Jaimee Ann Smith
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
Jaimee works with people who want to improve their wellbeing, reduce stress, resolve crises, and process difficult emotions in a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. If you find yourself struggling with life stressors, depression, anxiety, trauma, adjusting to change, chronic pain, grief and loss, a workplace issue, stages of life, then an appointment with Jaimee might be the right choice for you. Jaimee accepts mental health treatment plans, NDIS privately funded clients, and private health funds.
Jaimee works with people who want to improve their wellbeing, reduce stress, resolve crises, and process difficult emotions in a safe, compassionate, and non-judgmental therapeutic space. If you find yourself struggling with life stressors, depression, anxiety, trauma, adjusting to change, chronic pain, grief and loss, a workplace issue, stages of life, then an appointment with Jaimee might be the right choice for you. Jaimee accepts mental health treatment plans, NDIS privately funded clients, and private health funds.
(07) 5241 1666 View (07) 5241 1666
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Ayna Hennessy
Counsellor, MA, PACFA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Perth, WA 6000  (Online Only)
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.
(03) 7003 2926 View (03) 7003 2926
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Leigh Milne - People Psychology
Psychologist, PsyBA General
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
Get help by seeing Leigh, who has extensive experience with: Trauma & PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Fears, Phobias & Panic / Social Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Mood Disorders, Coping Skills, Dissociative Disorders (DD), Sexual Abuse & Sexual Assault, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence & Coercive Control Weight Loss & Binge Eating Eating Disorders Body Dysmorphia OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Exercise Motivation & Sports Psychology / Performance Chronic Pain & Somatic Illness Low Self Esteem & Confidence Issues IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) & Digestive Issues Workplace Bullying & Assertiveness
Get help by seeing Leigh, who has extensive experience with: Trauma & PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder), Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Fears, Phobias & Panic / Social Anxiety, Grief & Loss, Mood Disorders, Coping Skills, Dissociative Disorders (DD), Sexual Abuse & Sexual Assault, Domestic Abuse, Domestic Violence & Coercive Control Weight Loss & Binge Eating Eating Disorders Body Dysmorphia OCD (Obsessive Compulsive Disorder) Exercise Motivation & Sports Psychology / Performance Chronic Pain & Somatic Illness Low Self Esteem & Confidence Issues IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) & Digestive Issues Workplace Bullying & Assertiveness
(03) 7003 2164 View (03) 7003 2164
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Heinrich Wilhelm Roth
Psychologist, MPsych, PsyBA - Couns. Psych.
Verified Verified
Perth, WA 6000
I am a mature Masters degreed Counselling Psychologist having a rich and impeccable professional record spanning 30+ years. I am a certified expert in the treatment of clients suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, vicarious trauma, a variety of phobias and anxiety and mood disorders, also including clients suffering from PTSD/phobias due to workplace injuries and vehicle accidents, and the treatment of chronic pain management. I also am well-experienced in supporting clients suffering from a specific grief experience, e.g. the death of a loved one.
I am a mature Masters degreed Counselling Psychologist having a rich and impeccable professional record spanning 30+ years. I am a certified expert in the treatment of clients suffering from Posttraumatic Stress Disorder, vicarious trauma, a variety of phobias and anxiety and mood disorders, also including clients suffering from PTSD/phobias due to workplace injuries and vehicle accidents, and the treatment of chronic pain management. I also am well-experienced in supporting clients suffering from a specific grief experience, e.g. the death of a loved one.
(08) 9468 7104 View (08) 9468 7104
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Dr Sam Wai Hoong
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Nedlands, WA 6009
I specialise in the management and treatment of complex trauma, chronic pain, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship/behavioural and academic difficulties .
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I have experienced completing Court reports and assist with Worker or MVA Compensation.
I specialise in the management and treatment of complex trauma, chronic pain, anxiety disorders, depression, relationship/behavioural and academic difficulties .
Prior to becoming a clinical psychologist , I was working as a school psychologist/school teacher and an acupuncturist . I specialise in supporting individuals with behavioural and relationship issues and assist these individuals to reach their full potential. I am also interested in working with individuals suffering from chronic pain and complex trauma especially childhood unresolved issues . I have experienced completing Court reports and assist with Worker or MVA Compensation.
(08) 7079 5680 View (08) 7079 5680

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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.