Chronic Pain Therapists in Bracebridge, ON
Vanessa Lewis Counselling
Registered Psychotherapist, BA, MA, RP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Bracebridge, ON P1L
Vanessa is a Registered Psychotherapist in Bracebridge, ON. In January 2011, she opened her own private practice, and has now a roster of therapists trained to help you in your therapeutic journey. Vanessa believes that the counselling process is one that is very individual based, and uses different therapies depending on the needs of her clients. Vanessa holds a Master’s degree in Professional Counselling from Liberty University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies from Nipissing University. Vanessa is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor.
Vanessa is a Registered Psychotherapist in Bracebridge, ON. In January 2011, she opened her own private practice, and has now a roster of therapists trained to help you in your therapeutic journey. Vanessa believes that the counselling process is one that is very individual based, and uses different therapies depending on the needs of her clients. Vanessa holds a Master’s degree in Professional Counselling from Liberty University. She also holds a Bachelor’s degree in Child and Family Studies from Nipissing University. Vanessa is a Registered Psychotherapist with the College of Registered Psychotherapist, and clinical supervisor.
Tamica Herod
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, OCT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bracebridge, ON P1L (Online Only)
Many people come to therapy wondering “what is wrong with me”? It is my view that the real question is "what has happened in your life that has impacted your beliefs about yourself and your ability to cope with stressful life events"? You may notice that you seem to automatically react to situations in a way that you don't necessarily choose and question if you will ever be able to change. If you have experienced highly stressful and/or traumatic events then you will benefit from a therapeutic approach that mindfully explores your personal experiences and strengthens your resiliency to respond rather than react.
Many people come to therapy wondering “what is wrong with me”? It is my view that the real question is "what has happened in your life that has impacted your beliefs about yourself and your ability to cope with stressful life events"? You may notice that you seem to automatically react to situations in a way that you don't necessarily choose and question if you will ever be able to change. If you have experienced highly stressful and/or traumatic events then you will benefit from a therapeutic approach that mindfully explores your personal experiences and strengthens your resiliency to respond rather than react.
Juli Ana Fyfe
Registered Psychotherapist, H BSc, MA, RP, CT, OAMHP
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Bracebridge, ON P1L
Its not easy to navigate the chaos of life's challenges and find joy. When clients are facing the hardest times of their life, they can feel isolated, alone, and stuck. I partner with clients with a warm, collaborative person-centered and solutions-oriented approach. I hold the space for them to discover a path forward and experience real growth. I have 14 years of life-coaching experience combined with a Master's degree. I have a particular interest in helping support caregivers, who have family members with Alzheimers Disease, any type of cancer or rare disease, and mental health disorders.
Its not easy to navigate the chaos of life's challenges and find joy. When clients are facing the hardest times of their life, they can feel isolated, alone, and stuck. I partner with clients with a warm, collaborative person-centered and solutions-oriented approach. I hold the space for them to discover a path forward and experience real growth. I have 14 years of life-coaching experience combined with a Master's degree. I have a particular interest in helping support caregivers, who have family members with Alzheimers Disease, any type of cancer or rare disease, and mental health disorders.
The Dot Canada
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP, MSW
Verified Verified
Bracebridge, ON P1L (Online Only)
If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
If you've been powering through, staying strong and carrying on, but now you're barely getting by and you're tired of feeling like you're not really living your life, it might be time for outside support. The benefit of therapy is that it's a time where you get to focus on yourself, to look at your life, and to get an outside perspective on how it could be different. You don't have to just endure, with the right support, you can heal from the past, and move forward towards a better future.
Evi Donevan
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MDiv, BScN, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bracebridge, ON P1L
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, a challenging relationship or loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships and ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, exhausted or lost. Is it difficult to just get through the day, answer emails, texts or calls or struggle with the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if you can ever be happy? Now more than ever people are struggling with feeling overwhelmed and wanting to move beyond past traumas that have affected them and their relationships for years. We believe that there is hope.
Do you struggle with anxiety, depression, grief, a challenging relationship or loss of a sense of self that affects your day-to-day life, relationships and ability to function? Do you feel overwhelmed, frustrated, exhausted or lost. Is it difficult to just get through the day, answer emails, texts or calls or struggle with the thought that there’s no light at the end of the tunnel? Do you wonder if you can ever be happy? Now more than ever people are struggling with feeling overwhelmed and wanting to move beyond past traumas that have affected them and their relationships for years. We believe that there is hope.
Productive psychotherapy occurs within the context of a positive therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client, so often times the first one or two sessions are focused on a consultation to review the client’s concerns and for us to see if we are a good fit to work together. During this time, I will make recommendations for a treatment plan and will ask for the client’s feedback.
Productive psychotherapy occurs within the context of a positive therapeutic relationship between the therapist and client, so often times the first one or two sessions are focused on a consultation to review the client’s concerns and for us to see if we are a good fit to work together. During this time, I will make recommendations for a treatment plan and will ask for the client’s feedback.
Allison Torrie Clark
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bracebridge, ON P1L
Allie works with adults who are struggling with self-criticism, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, compassion fatigue, and burnout. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Allie is trained in several modalities, but works mostly with narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Allie especially loves working with artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are finding that perfectionism, self-criticism, and past beliefs are getting in the way of connecting with their passion.
Allie works with adults who are struggling with self-criticism, perfectionism, anxiety, depression, compassion fatigue, and burnout. With over 10 years of experience in the field, Allie is trained in several modalities, but works mostly with narrative therapy, and mindfulness techniques. Allie especially loves working with artists, creatives, and entrepreneurs who are finding that perfectionism, self-criticism, and past beliefs are getting in the way of connecting with their passion.
We understand that life shouldn't be so difficult. At Pro Q Therapy, we're dedicated to offering personalized therapeutic services for anyone ready to make a change. Your journey begins with a thorough assessment to truly understand your unique struggles. Next, we design a treatment plan just for you, guiding you with care through every step of your healing process. Our team provides a safe and inclusive setting with targeted treatments that are all about meeting your specific needs, allowing you to feel truly heard.
We understand that life shouldn't be so difficult. At Pro Q Therapy, we're dedicated to offering personalized therapeutic services for anyone ready to make a change. Your journey begins with a thorough assessment to truly understand your unique struggles. Next, we design a treatment plan just for you, guiding you with care through every step of your healing process. Our team provides a safe and inclusive setting with targeted treatments that are all about meeting your specific needs, allowing you to feel truly heard.
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I bring to therapy a w/holistic & trauma-informed approach, integrating evidence based practices such as Internal Family Systems IFS, mindfulness based CBT&DBT, EMDR, Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
You value being calm, taking care of yourself, and being attentive to the needs of others. And yet, in this moment, you feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally neglected and on the verge of burning out. You’ve spent too much time putting the needs of others first, and disregarding your emotional, physical, and mental health. You realize now that you have suffered enough. You have a strong desire to pursue change in your life, to address the patterns that get you stuck.
I bring to therapy a w/holistic & trauma-informed approach, integrating evidence based practices such as Internal Family Systems IFS, mindfulness based CBT&DBT, EMDR, Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
You value being calm, taking care of yourself, and being attentive to the needs of others. And yet, in this moment, you feel overwhelmed, anxious, emotionally neglected and on the verge of burning out. You’ve spent too much time putting the needs of others first, and disregarding your emotional, physical, and mental health. You realize now that you have suffered enough. You have a strong desire to pursue change in your life, to address the patterns that get you stuck.
Amy Leigh
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW, DVATI, RCAT, BAPsych, BA BSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Gravenhurst, ON P1P
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support young people as they navigate mental health challenges often due to major changes and hardship. I equip young people with practical everyday coping strategies for their mental health, which they can use into adulthood.
As a Registered Professional Art Therapist (DVATI, RCAT), Registered Social Worker (RSW) and Psychotherapist, my specialty area is working with children, youth and families. My passion is to support young people as they navigate mental health challenges often due to major changes and hardship. I equip young people with practical everyday coping strategies for their mental health, which they can use into adulthood.
Laura Farberman
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
Gravenhurst, ON P1P (Online Only)
It is never too late to find relief from persistent anxiety and the lingering weight of unresolved trauma. Are you yearning for a deeper spiritual connection and meaning in your life and anxiety, & behaviour patterns are getting in the way? This disconnection can be accompanied by overwhelming anxiety and lingering impacts of past trauma, hindering your ability to navigate life authentically. Aligning choices with your soul's purpose becomes challenging amongst these emotional burdens, impacting relationships and growth. Combining Compassionate Inquiry with energy therapy techniques I can help you connect with your authentic self.
It is never too late to find relief from persistent anxiety and the lingering weight of unresolved trauma. Are you yearning for a deeper spiritual connection and meaning in your life and anxiety, & behaviour patterns are getting in the way? This disconnection can be accompanied by overwhelming anxiety and lingering impacts of past trauma, hindering your ability to navigate life authentically. Aligning choices with your soul's purpose becomes challenging amongst these emotional burdens, impacting relationships and growth. Combining Compassionate Inquiry with energy therapy techniques I can help you connect with your authentic self.
Bright Raven Psychotherapy and Consulting
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Huntsville, ON P0B
Accepting new clients! Bright Raven is a group practice located in North Bay ON. The seasons of our lives can be peaceful or challenging; therapy may be beneficial at any point during your journey. There may be moments when we are met with life’s challenges and losses, where we question our decisions, worthiness and where we fit in relationships. Do you feel like you are unraveling, raw with your emotions, and uncertain about the future? Whatever brings you to therapy, know that your courage to seek help is the first step in getting better. We look forward to working with you as you explore yourself and reach your wellness goals.
Accepting new clients! Bright Raven is a group practice located in North Bay ON. The seasons of our lives can be peaceful or challenging; therapy may be beneficial at any point during your journey. There may be moments when we are met with life’s challenges and losses, where we question our decisions, worthiness and where we fit in relationships. Do you feel like you are unraveling, raw with your emotions, and uncertain about the future? Whatever brings you to therapy, know that your courage to seek help is the first step in getting better. We look forward to working with you as you explore yourself and reach your wellness goals.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
There are many life changes that bring people to meet with a counsellor. Whether you are seeking to manage your anger, depression, anxiety or to cope with a crisis in you and your family/marriage or build more interpersonal communication skills. I provide counselling for Individuals, marriage or couples therapy. There are many tools that can help you cope with stressful events. Together we can build a treatment plan that meets your goals. Taking the first step to call can be overwhelming, it can also be rewarding when you find that there are tools available to help with achieving your goals.
Online Therapists
Vivian Noehring Psychotherapy & Associates
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RN, CSAM, CCATP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Mississauga, ON L4Z
Everyone deserves support as they navigate personal challenges. It's common for people travelling on life's journey to get stuck, experience immense inner pain, face crises, or experience intense anger. Our passion is to extend hope, support, and a path toward healing for anyone caught in life's struggles.
Everyone deserves support as they navigate personal challenges. It's common for people travelling on life's journey to get stuck, experience immense inner pain, face crises, or experience intense anger. Our passion is to extend hope, support, and a path toward healing for anyone caught in life's struggles.
Aaron Laye
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North York, ON M2J
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There may be times when your stress interferes with what you want in your life. You may be experiencing a mix of anxiety, panic, burnout, physical pain, sadness, anger or frustration with others and/or yourself. You may have noticed a pattern you're unhappy with or a specific situation that replays in your mind. The stress you're experiencing may be related to a difficult time in your past, your present, including injury, health anxiety, work or sport performance, anticipating the future, or a combination. It's not easy to reach out for help, so taking action by contacting a professional is you being courageous!
There may be times when your stress interferes with what you want in your life. You may be experiencing a mix of anxiety, panic, burnout, physical pain, sadness, anger or frustration with others and/or yourself. You may have noticed a pattern you're unhappy with or a specific situation that replays in your mind. The stress you're experiencing may be related to a difficult time in your past, your present, including injury, health anxiety, work or sport performance, anticipating the future, or a combination. It's not easy to reach out for help, so taking action by contacting a professional is you being courageous!
Farah Bektashi
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, BSc, GIT Dip, OSRP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Toronto, ON M5B (Online Only)
I offer a safe space, where you can grow your awareness and dive into your deeper Self. I am here to be the right support for you to face your challenges and step into your healing journey. Yes, it will be tough at some times and I will be there with you. Together, we will step out of your pain and into your awareness. Back to Body! We often forget about our bodies and tend to become prisoners of our minds. I’m here to remind, here to support you in letting go. You deserve to feel alive and happy!
I offer a safe space, where you can grow your awareness and dive into your deeper Self. I am here to be the right support for you to face your challenges and step into your healing journey. Yes, it will be tough at some times and I will be there with you. Together, we will step out of your pain and into your awareness. Back to Body! We often forget about our bodies and tend to become prisoners of our minds. I’m here to remind, here to support you in letting go. You deserve to feel alive and happy!
Raha Mirian -Mood And Trauma Specialist
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MA
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M5G (Online Only)
Are you looking to better manage your emotions, shift unhelpful thoughts, patterns & behaviours? Do you feel overwhelmed by current challenges or past pain? Feel disconnected? Want a better relationship with yourself & others? I'm dedicated to helping people gain both the insights & skills that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Most of my clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (Complex & PTSD), substance abuse, self-harm, suicidality, eating & body-image, intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), self-esteem, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of interpersonal trauma.
Are you looking to better manage your emotions, shift unhelpful thoughts, patterns & behaviours? Do you feel overwhelmed by current challenges or past pain? Feel disconnected? Want a better relationship with yourself & others? I'm dedicated to helping people gain both the insights & skills that empower them to lead more satisfying lives. Most of my clients face challenges with: depression, anxiety, trauma (Complex & PTSD), substance abuse, self-harm, suicidality, eating & body-image, intense emotions (eg. anger, shame), self-esteem, grief, life transitions, & relationships. Many also have a history of interpersonal trauma.
Stephen Craig Ashley
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, MACP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Markham, ON L6B
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, anger, chronic illness/pain, depression, grief, loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and stress.
I am a therapist who is passionate about working with my clients to achieve their personal goals, whether they are facing personal difficulties, life challenges, life transitions, or looking for personal growth and self-improvement. I take a client-centred and solutions focused approach and believe in working together with each of my clients to find the effective strategies and solutions that work best for them.
I work with clients struggling with anxiety, anger, chronic illness/pain, depression, grief, loss, life transitions, self-esteem, and stress.
I am a therapist who is passionate about working with my clients to achieve their personal goals, whether they are facing personal difficulties, life challenges, life transitions, or looking for personal growth and self-improvement. I take a client-centred and solutions focused approach and believe in working together with each of my clients to find the effective strategies and solutions that work best for them.
Susie Santacroce
Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying), RP(Q), CTRS
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON L4A (Online Only)
Are you stuck in a cycle of emotional or chronic pain leading to low energy, depressed mood or social withdrawal? Everyone experiences challenges like this at some point in life but when cycles of emotional or physical pain, anxiety or depression become too great they can be all-consuming and difficult to manage alone. Finding the right support to break the cycle you are stuck in will allow you to experience more joy and meaning in your life.
Are you stuck in a cycle of emotional or chronic pain leading to low energy, depressed mood or social withdrawal? Everyone experiences challenges like this at some point in life but when cycles of emotional or physical pain, anxiety or depression become too great they can be all-consuming and difficult to manage alone. Finding the right support to break the cycle you are stuck in will allow you to experience more joy and meaning in your life.
Art Therapy With Phuong
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCAT, DVati
Verified Verified
Toronto, ON M6G
I work with people who suffer from the effects of systematic racism and discrimination through art therapy. Racism takes a toll on our mental wellness and can be the source of anxiety, identity issues, depression, cultural disconnect, unmanageable anger, and trauma. Stigma towards mental illness creates barriers for individuals who need to seek out help, and in marginalized communities this stigma is especially harmful. I am an art therapist that works from a systems-based perspective and a client-centred approach.
I work with people who suffer from the effects of systematic racism and discrimination through art therapy. Racism takes a toll on our mental wellness and can be the source of anxiety, identity issues, depression, cultural disconnect, unmanageable anger, and trauma. Stigma towards mental illness creates barriers for individuals who need to seek out help, and in marginalized communities this stigma is especially harmful. I am an art therapist that works from a systems-based perspective and a client-centred approach.
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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.