Chronic Pain Therapists in 53207
Tammy M Beran
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Waitlist for new clients
Dr. Beran is a licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been providing evidence-based psychological care to individuals for the last 17 years. She received her PhD from the nation’s most highly rated clinical psychology program, UCLA, where she gained extensive experience helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, chronic illness, trauma, and grief. A firm believer that academic knowledge is only part of what makes a quality therapist, Dr. Beran combines her in-depth psychological training with warmth, humor, and affection for her clients.
Dr. Beran is a licensed Clinical Psychologist who has been providing evidence-based psychological care to individuals for the last 17 years. She received her PhD from the nation’s most highly rated clinical psychology program, UCLA, where she gained extensive experience helping people with anxiety, depression, relationship difficulties, chronic illness, trauma, and grief. A firm believer that academic knowledge is only part of what makes a quality therapist, Dr. Beran combines her in-depth psychological training with warmth, humor, and affection for her clients.
Dr. Banks is a clinical psychologist who has been in private practice since 1989. She completed her Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and her clinical internship at Rush- Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center in Chicago. She was previously President/Clinic Director of Health Psychology Associates. Dr. Banks coordinated and practiced in the Insomnia Program of the Sleep Disorders Clinic at St. Luke's Medical Center, and has consulted with various hospital departments. Her approach to psychotherapy is eclectic, enabling her to tailor her therapy to the individual needs of her patients.
Dr. Banks is a clinical psychologist who has been in private practice since 1989. She completed her Ph.D. at the University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee and her clinical internship at Rush- Presbyterian St. Luke's Medical Center in Chicago. She was previously President/Clinic Director of Health Psychology Associates. Dr. Banks coordinated and practiced in the Insomnia Program of the Sleep Disorders Clinic at St. Luke's Medical Center, and has consulted with various hospital departments. Her approach to psychotherapy is eclectic, enabling her to tailor her therapy to the individual needs of her patients.
Jennifer LaCrosse-Geisler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2021. She completed her MA in Counseling at Northwestern University and her BS in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Jennifer has received training in various types of therapies, allowing her to personalize the therapy experience to best suit each client s individual needs. Jennifer understands that every client is unique, and she excels at meeting them where they are, actively listening to their concerns, and working with them to draw upon their strengths to improve their healing process.
Jennifer LaCrosse-Geisler is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Wisconsin who has been practicing since 2021. She completed her MA in Counseling at Northwestern University and her BS in Psychology at the University of Wisconsin in Madison. Jennifer has received training in various types of therapies, allowing her to personalize the therapy experience to best suit each client s individual needs. Jennifer understands that every client is unique, and she excels at meeting them where they are, actively listening to their concerns, and working with them to draw upon their strengths to improve their healing process.
Janet Mullins
Pre-Licensed Professional, LPC-IT, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
I work with clients who have a history of trauma, parents, and guardians of neurodivergent kids, and clients who are navigating gender questioning and transitioning. I offer LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming services, creating a safe and non-judgmental environment where your true colors can shine. Additionally, I support parents and guardians of children on their journey of gender exploration and provide services inclusive of diverse relationship structures and lifestyles.
I work with clients who have a history of trauma, parents, and guardians of neurodivergent kids, and clients who are navigating gender questioning and transitioning. I offer LGBTQIA+ and neurodiversity-affirming services, creating a safe and non-judgmental environment where your true colors can shine. Additionally, I support parents and guardians of children on their journey of gender exploration and provide services inclusive of diverse relationship structures and lifestyles.
Cindy Vee Milner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay View, WI 53207 (Online Only)
I have been providing therapy for over 30 years, specializing in treating anxiety, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, relationship issues and individuals with disabilities.
Life provides us with numerous challenges and struggles, however, I have found that we have the ability to create many do-overs during our life-time. Therapy is a great way to create change, learn self-acceptance and heal.
I have been providing therapy for over 30 years, specializing in treating anxiety, panic attacks, post traumatic stress disorder, depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, relationship issues and individuals with disabilities.
Life provides us with numerous challenges and struggles, however, I have found that we have the ability to create many do-overs during our life-time. Therapy is a great way to create change, learn self-acceptance and heal.
Jessica is a warm, empathetic, and passionate counselor who works to support her clients as they take steps towards achieving their goals. She works to create a safe, collaborative, and warm space for all clients. Jessica works with her clients to identify their unique mental health goals and uses client’s strengths to create a plan to achieve those goals. Her priority is to make your time in therapy feel collaborative and client-driven. Jessica has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and in all stages of life.
Jessica is a warm, empathetic, and passionate counselor who works to support her clients as they take steps towards achieving their goals. She works to create a safe, collaborative, and warm space for all clients. Jessica works with her clients to identify their unique mental health goals and uses client’s strengths to create a plan to achieve those goals. Her priority is to make your time in therapy feel collaborative and client-driven. Jessica has worked with individuals from diverse backgrounds and in all stages of life.
Please contact via email - Trauma and early relationship patterns guide how we think and behave in the present. For this reason, trauma informed care and focus on attachment patterns has become an integral part of my practice. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to understand their therapy goals. My background and understanding of diverse cultural contexts (being a Muslim woman) helps me provide culturally sensitive care. My therapeutic style is direct and pragmatic, however, I can adapt it to fit client needs.
Please contact via email - Trauma and early relationship patterns guide how we think and behave in the present. For this reason, trauma informed care and focus on attachment patterns has become an integral part of my practice. I believe in working collaboratively with my clients to understand their therapy goals. My background and understanding of diverse cultural contexts (being a Muslim woman) helps me provide culturally sensitive care. My therapeutic style is direct and pragmatic, however, I can adapt it to fit client needs.
Ryan Larkey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, SAC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207 (Online Only)
Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression, anger or just feeling misunderstood. We may feel stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be hard to do on our own. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and other personal challenges. I am specially trained and committed to supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.
Many of us struggle daily with issues like anxiety, stress, depression, anger or just feeling misunderstood. We may feel stuck and ashamed at our inability to just will ourselves into being "better". This internal suffering is so common, but the good news is we all possess an internal capacity for change. It hurts to feel "stuck", but making changes can also be hard to do on our own. I have years of experience working with folks with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, addiction, stress and other personal challenges. I am specially trained and committed to supporting clients in the LGBTQ community and immigrant populations.
Amy L Dell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, Eagala
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Are you facing a life change or transition and feel unsure how to move forward? Deciding how to start can be difficult. You may find it scary to decide to take this new path in discovering how to heal or to find better ways to cope as you move forward on your new journey. Our past and present can leave wounds, ones that many times no one else can see but you feel each day. I want you to know that you don’t have to be alone on this journey. My goal is to be there as your support and to help guide you to help make this journey less overwhelming.
Are you facing a life change or transition and feel unsure how to move forward? Deciding how to start can be difficult. You may find it scary to decide to take this new path in discovering how to heal or to find better ways to cope as you move forward on your new journey. Our past and present can leave wounds, ones that many times no one else can see but you feel each day. I want you to know that you don’t have to be alone on this journey. My goal is to be there as your support and to help guide you to help make this journey less overwhelming.
Andrew Royal
Licensed Professional Counselor, JD, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
My clients tend to be intelligent and insightful individuals who come to work with me because they suffer from despair and disorder. They have tried to resolve their troubles and cope with their uneasiness for a long time--often partly successfully, and against strong odds--but they have reached a point where they want extra support and insight in order to finally transform their suffering into meaningfulness and growth. With consistency, dedication, patience and focus, I help my clients achieve deep and lasting emotional transformation.
My clients tend to be intelligent and insightful individuals who come to work with me because they suffer from despair and disorder. They have tried to resolve their troubles and cope with their uneasiness for a long time--often partly successfully, and against strong odds--but they have reached a point where they want extra support and insight in order to finally transform their suffering into meaningfulness and growth. With consistency, dedication, patience and focus, I help my clients achieve deep and lasting emotional transformation.
Barbara Bartlein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, RN, MSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Are you feeling a bit down lately? Struggling to find joy in your daily life or feeling stuck professionally? Let's work together to develop a strategy that can bring about the positive changes you're seeking. As a supportive and empathetic counselor, I'm here to listen and provide the resources you need.
Are you feeling a bit down lately? Struggling to find joy in your daily life or feeling stuck professionally? Let's work together to develop a strategy that can bring about the positive changes you're seeking. As a supportive and empathetic counselor, I'm here to listen and provide the resources you need.
Rock River Therapy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207 (Online Only)
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialized focus and training in trauma, adoption, and attachment. I have completed trainings in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Adoption competency (TAC), Brainspotting (BSP), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). My approach to clients is relaxed, compassionate, and most importantly, non judgmental. I take great care to create a sense of felt safety in order for clients to freely share and process painful emotions and experiences to achieve greater well being and happiness. At this time, I offer Telehealth exclusively.
I am Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a specialized focus and training in trauma, adoption, and attachment. I have completed trainings in Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR), Adoption competency (TAC), Brainspotting (BSP), and Trauma Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT). My approach to clients is relaxed, compassionate, and most importantly, non judgmental. I take great care to create a sense of felt safety in order for clients to freely share and process painful emotions and experiences to achieve greater well being and happiness. At this time, I offer Telehealth exclusively.
Mary Barczynski
Counselor, LPC-IT, MS
Verified Verified
Milwaukee, WI 53207
Not accepting new clients
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. Carl R. Rogers. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your path forward? If so, you're in the right place. I am a dedicated Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a passion for empowering individuals to rise to life's challenges and live more fulfilling lives.
The curious paradox is that when I accept myself just as I am, then I can change. Carl R. Rogers. Are you feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or uncertain about your path forward? If so, you're in the right place. I am a dedicated Clinical Mental Health Counselor with a passion for empowering individuals to rise to life's challenges and live more fulfilling lives.
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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.