Chronic Pain Therapists in Buckeye, AZ

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Mitzi J Steele
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Buckeye, AZ 85396
I believe lasting change and healing comes through creating and strengthening the bonds that connect you with your loved ones. I will help you un-tangle and process those areas in your life that keep you from experiencing the security of those connections. I respect your unique journey and I will collaborate with you on your goals for healthy change. Moreover, your trust in me is of the utmost importance, so I will work diligently to ensure that you feel cared for and understood. Witnessing my clients experience profound and lasting change brings me great joy and fuels my passion for bringing hope and encouragement to people in pain
I believe lasting change and healing comes through creating and strengthening the bonds that connect you with your loved ones. I will help you un-tangle and process those areas in your life that keep you from experiencing the security of those connections. I respect your unique journey and I will collaborate with you on your goals for healthy change. Moreover, your trust in me is of the utmost importance, so I will work diligently to ensure that you feel cared for and understood. Witnessing my clients experience profound and lasting change brings me great joy and fuels my passion for bringing hope and encouragement to people in pain
(442) 888-1445 View (442) 888-1445
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Alicia Schoephoerster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LMSW
Verified Verified
Buckeye, AZ 85326
I partner with you as the expert in your experience. We will work together to address anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, work or relationship/family stressors, substance or alcohol use, and chronic pain. I work with individuals and have a passion for older adults and their family members.
I partner with you as the expert in your experience. We will work together to address anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, work or relationship/family stressors, substance or alcohol use, and chronic pain. I work with individuals and have a passion for older adults and their family members.
(623) 400-5979 View (623) 400-5979
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Ria Flanagan
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA MFT, LISAC, CSAT, CMAT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Buckeye, AZ 85326
I love seeing people transform their lives and live in their authentic self, in their purpose and passion, breaking free of pain and suffering from the past.
Have you experienced betrayal by a partner or found yourself acting out in addictive, risky behaviors and want help? Rise Up Recover, LLC provides online groups for recovery from trauma and addiction. Skilled therapists are here to help you walk toward the journey of recovery. We also offer in-person intensive workshops. Ria Flanagan is also a Clinical Supervisor and Doctoral student.
I love seeing people transform their lives and live in their authentic self, in their purpose and passion, breaking free of pain and suffering from the past.
Have you experienced betrayal by a partner or found yourself acting out in addictive, risky behaviors and want help? Rise Up Recover, LLC provides online groups for recovery from trauma and addiction. Skilled therapists are here to help you walk toward the journey of recovery. We also offer in-person intensive workshops. Ria Flanagan is also a Clinical Supervisor and Doctoral student.
(602) 833-2796 View (602) 833-2796
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Dignity Life Counseling LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Buckeye, AZ 85396
Hello, I have experience in community mental health and have found a specialty in helping clients process their trauma. I have found that many issues in life are formed from not being able to heal wounds in an appropriate setting, and I feel like I am a perfect therapist to help you process those needs. derek@dignitylifecounseling.com
Hello, I have experience in community mental health and have found a specialty in helping clients process their trauma. I have found that many issues in life are formed from not being able to heal wounds in an appropriate setting, and I feel like I am a perfect therapist to help you process those needs. derek@dignitylifecounseling.com
(623) 254-5716 View (623) 254-5716
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Gathered Connections Counseling PLLC.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Buckeye, AZ 85396
Welcome to Gathered Connections Counseling, your partner in mental health and well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, or challenges in relationships—be it parent-child dynamics, couples, or families—our experienced team is here to guide you. We provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore your emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop the tools needed to achieve a healthier, more balanced life. Our team consists of multiple providers, each with a vast knowledge base and diverse clinical experience.
Welcome to Gathered Connections Counseling, your partner in mental health and well-being. Whether you're dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, trauma, or challenges in relationships—be it parent-child dynamics, couples, or families—our experienced team is here to guide you. We provide a safe, compassionate environment where you can explore your emotions, heal from past experiences, and develop the tools needed to achieve a healthier, more balanced life. Our team consists of multiple providers, each with a vast knowledge base and diverse clinical experience.
(623) 624-8310 View (623) 624-8310
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Tania Rojo
Counselor, MAPC, LAC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Buckeye, AZ 85396
Are you struggling with stress, ongoing sadness, anxiety, or relationship issues? If so, you've come to the right place! I've witnessed many clients undergo transformative journeys through therapy, and I'd be honored to be part of yours. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. I believe everyone has a story to share, and I'm here to listen with an open heart.
Are you struggling with stress, ongoing sadness, anxiety, or relationship issues? If so, you've come to the right place! I've witnessed many clients undergo transformative journeys through therapy, and I'd be honored to be part of yours. I provide a safe and supportive space where you can freely explore your thoughts and emotions. I believe everyone has a story to share, and I'm here to listen with an open heart.
(602) 834-1800 View (602) 834-1800

Online Therapists

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Elizabeth Worton
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85248
My areas of specialties are working with adults facing life transitions, chronic pain and illness, and mood disorders to help individuals redefine their sense of self. I also accept working with older teenagers who will be entering adulthood soon, to help support navigating the anxieties around such an important life transition. I also have a background in couples counseling founded int he Gottman theory and enjoy helping individuals navigate issues in their relationships.
My areas of specialties are working with adults facing life transitions, chronic pain and illness, and mood disorders to help individuals redefine their sense of self. I also accept working with older teenagers who will be entering adulthood soon, to help support navigating the anxieties around such an important life transition. I also have a background in couples counseling founded int he Gottman theory and enjoy helping individuals navigate issues in their relationships.
(480) 719-1183 View (480) 719-1183
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Shoshana Beran
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85204
If you struggle with: emotional pain from trauma, anxiety that interferes with living life to the fullest, debilitating depression from loss or chronic pain, obsessive behaviors or worries that block productive thoughts and actions, or have issues related to family, work, or social relationships, I can help!.
I am a New York and Arizona State licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience. I provide individual psychotherapy to older adolescents and adults. I provide insight-oriented therapy. I utilize this approach because it focuses on understanding the connections between your thoughts and feelings in an effort to improve your ability to make change, be in control of your life, and ultimately feel better. I specialize in empowering my clients to confront their issues, gain advanced coping skills, and achieve desired change. I envision therapy as a collaborative effort, and want my clients to feel heard and understood.
If you struggle with: emotional pain from trauma, anxiety that interferes with living life to the fullest, debilitating depression from loss or chronic pain, obsessive behaviors or worries that block productive thoughts and actions, or have issues related to family, work, or social relationships, I can help!.
I am a New York and Arizona State licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience. I provide individual psychotherapy to older adolescents and adults. I provide insight-oriented therapy. I utilize this approach because it focuses on understanding the connections between your thoughts and feelings in an effort to improve your ability to make change, be in control of your life, and ultimately feel better. I specialize in empowering my clients to confront their issues, gain advanced coping skills, and achieve desired change. I envision therapy as a collaborative effort, and want my clients to feel heard and understood.
(914) 266-9773 View (914) 266-9773
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Cari Anne McCormick
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Mesa, AZ 85212
I love my community and I believe that every person is a treasure, is gifted and has a purpose for their life, their family and their community. However, trauma, abuse, illness, disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship and legal issues can slow down the growth and change needed to achieve your purpose and goals. Shame, negative thoughts, and behaviors that do not promote healthy living or connection are common ways that people deal with tough life issues, however, I am willing to join you at this difficult time and with warmth and non-judgment, collaborate with you to achieve your desired goals.
I love my community and I believe that every person is a treasure, is gifted and has a purpose for their life, their family and their community. However, trauma, abuse, illness, disorders, anxiety, depression, relationship and legal issues can slow down the growth and change needed to achieve your purpose and goals. Shame, negative thoughts, and behaviors that do not promote healthy living or connection are common ways that people deal with tough life issues, however, I am willing to join you at this difficult time and with warmth and non-judgment, collaborate with you to achieve your desired goals.
(480) 405-4603 View (480) 405-4603
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Christi Gorman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
Mesa, AZ 85204
I specialize in working with adults dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, chronic illness, and relationship issues.
I truly believe therapy can be a life changing and rewarding experience that anyone can benefit from. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to encourage honest communication and trust. While working with clients I focus on their strengths and incorporate a sense of humor that helps individuals feel comfortable and open to self exploration. I support clients along their journey of healing their pasts to a place of self acceptance and love in the present.
I specialize in working with adults dealing with anxiety, mood disorders, chronic illness, and relationship issues.
I truly believe therapy can be a life changing and rewarding experience that anyone can benefit from. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and non-judgmental environment to encourage honest communication and trust. While working with clients I focus on their strengths and incorporate a sense of humor that helps individuals feel comfortable and open to self exploration. I support clients along their journey of healing their pasts to a place of self acceptance and love in the present.
(480) 418-2648 View (480) 418-2648
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Alicia Schoephoerster
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DBH, LMSW
Verified Verified
Chandler, AZ 85224
I partner with you as the expert in your experience. We will work together to address anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, work or relationship/family stressors, substance or alcohol use, and chronic pain. I work with individuals and have a passion for older adults and their family members.
I partner with you as the expert in your experience. We will work together to address anxiety, depression, suicidal ideation, work or relationship/family stressors, substance or alcohol use, and chronic pain. I work with individuals and have a passion for older adults and their family members.
(520) 595-3940 View (520) 595-3940
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Shannon J Schiefer
Counselor, MA, LPC, EMDR
Verified Verified
Tempe, AZ 85282
Specialties - chronic-long term illness, grief-loss, infertility, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Are you your own worst enemy? Does your inner voice say, "What's wrong with me" "Why did I do that" "I should(n't)..." "I'm not good enough" Together, we can find a different way to relate to yourself. I invite you to consider, when you learn to offer yourself love and compassion, you deepen intimacy, connection and respect within your relationships, increase confidence, achieve goals, and attract your dreams. Once we choose love for ourselves, everything changes! "Our wounds are often openings into the best and most beautiful part of us" ~ Richo
Specialties - chronic-long term illness, grief-loss, infertility, anxiety, and relationship issues.
Are you your own worst enemy? Does your inner voice say, "What's wrong with me" "Why did I do that" "I should(n't)..." "I'm not good enough" Together, we can find a different way to relate to yourself. I invite you to consider, when you learn to offer yourself love and compassion, you deepen intimacy, connection and respect within your relationships, increase confidence, achieve goals, and attract your dreams. Once we choose love for ourselves, everything changes! "Our wounds are often openings into the best and most beautiful part of us" ~ Richo
(480) 420-7524 View (480) 420-7524
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Allie Schultheis
Counselor, MA, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85259  (Online Only)
it breaks my heart to see people putting on a false facade to get through the day while in pain.
Hi. Im Allie. What do you need? This is where we start. Need is a strength, not a weakness. Whether personal growth, relationships, grieving, healing of past abuse, trauma or codependency, leadership skills, or overcoming that dang shame judge in our heads, we need support. Isolation is not helpful to us, and I encourage you to build a life team of authentic relationships. I am trained in the Townsend Model of Competency and Character Growth incorporating Grace, Truth and Time to your bonding, boundaries, accepting reality and embracing your competency for good fruit to grow in your personal, professional and relational life.
it breaks my heart to see people putting on a false facade to get through the day while in pain.
Hi. Im Allie. What do you need? This is where we start. Need is a strength, not a weakness. Whether personal growth, relationships, grieving, healing of past abuse, trauma or codependency, leadership skills, or overcoming that dang shame judge in our heads, we need support. Isolation is not helpful to us, and I encourage you to build a life team of authentic relationships. I am trained in the Townsend Model of Competency and Character Growth incorporating Grace, Truth and Time to your bonding, boundaries, accepting reality and embracing your competency for good fruit to grow in your personal, professional and relational life.
(480) 780-1932 View (480) 780-1932
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Allison Wilson
Counselor, MAC, LAC, CCTP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Phoenix, AZ 85044
Is there a time in your life when you've felt alone, betrayed, unhappy or lost? Difficulties often leave us feeling helpless, isolated, and overwhelmed. As we unpack the trauma, anger, pain, and loss, you will learn tools for living authentically, transforming the way you connect, and experience healing and growth. On this journey of emotional healing and recovery I love seeing the progression one experiences as they show up and commit to working through life’s difficulties. We will walk down this path together, at your pace, implementing various techniques and tools that work best for you.
Is there a time in your life when you've felt alone, betrayed, unhappy or lost? Difficulties often leave us feeling helpless, isolated, and overwhelmed. As we unpack the trauma, anger, pain, and loss, you will learn tools for living authentically, transforming the way you connect, and experience healing and growth. On this journey of emotional healing and recovery I love seeing the progression one experiences as they show up and commit to working through life’s difficulties. We will walk down this path together, at your pace, implementing various techniques and tools that work best for you.
(928) 267-0966 View (928) 267-0966
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Brooks Counseling AZ
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Scottsdale, AZ 85260  (Online Only)
Does it feel impossible to engage in routine activities? Do you find yourself isolating from others? Is chronic illness impacting your or your loved one’s daily life? Have you been struggling with sleep at night? Are you going through a challenging life transition such as a loved one’s death, divorce, childbirth, or retirement? I work with adults who are striving to improve their quality of life and regain control in the midst of chaos. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life transitions. I work with my clients using an integrated approach in order to empower them to reach their full potential.
Does it feel impossible to engage in routine activities? Do you find yourself isolating from others? Is chronic illness impacting your or your loved one’s daily life? Have you been struggling with sleep at night? Are you going through a challenging life transition such as a loved one’s death, divorce, childbirth, or retirement? I work with adults who are striving to improve their quality of life and regain control in the midst of chaos. I work with trauma, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, and life transitions. I work with my clients using an integrated approach in order to empower them to reach their full potential.
(480) 613-4797 View (480) 613-4797
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Asher Hennes
Counselor, LAC, SEP, ASAT
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
Pain is a part of healing, and you deserve resources and support.
Are past traumas and negative beliefs about yourself preventing you from living the life you want? Do you find yourself struggling to develop and maintain intimate, meaningful relationships? Maybe you are struggling with addictive behaviors to cope with feelings of stress and overwhelm? You may feel hopeless and confused, not understanding why you can't stop. I can help. Addictive and self destructive behaviors are signs we are looking outside of ourselves for safety and comfort. I believe healing comes from within and strive to create a compassionate space for you to confront your struggles and find recovery and healing.
Pain is a part of healing, and you deserve resources and support.
Are past traumas and negative beliefs about yourself preventing you from living the life you want? Do you find yourself struggling to develop and maintain intimate, meaningful relationships? Maybe you are struggling with addictive behaviors to cope with feelings of stress and overwhelm? You may feel hopeless and confused, not understanding why you can't stop. I can help. Addictive and self destructive behaviors are signs we are looking outside of ourselves for safety and comfort. I believe healing comes from within and strive to create a compassionate space for you to confront your struggles and find recovery and healing.
(602) 584-8934 View (602) 584-8934
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Jeff Henderson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Prescott, AZ 86305
My training and practice have been in health and rehabilitation psychology. This primarily includes working with adults who have incurred medical illness and/or injury necessitating psychological adaptation and adjustment. Additionally, I work with adults for issues related to substance use disorders and other addictions, depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, difficulty in relationships, and management of chronic pain.
My training and practice have been in health and rehabilitation psychology. This primarily includes working with adults who have incurred medical illness and/or injury necessitating psychological adaptation and adjustment. Additionally, I work with adults for issues related to substance use disorders and other addictions, depressive and bipolar disorders, anxiety disorders, difficulty in relationships, and management of chronic pain.
(928) 224-1874 View (928) 224-1874
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Rebecca Tofield
Counselor, MS, LAC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85258
My mission in life is to create and hold a safe, trust-filled space where everyone who enters feels understood, seen, heard, accepted and loved. Through my own life experiences and a person-centered, strengths-based lens, I welcome individuals, couples and adolescents. My scope of practice encompasses life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, survivors of suicide, women’s issues, separation and divorce, parenting/co-parenting, caregiving, and individuals coping with chronic pain, illness and degenerative diseases.
My mission in life is to create and hold a safe, trust-filled space where everyone who enters feels understood, seen, heard, accepted and loved. Through my own life experiences and a person-centered, strengths-based lens, I welcome individuals, couples and adolescents. My scope of practice encompasses life transitions, grief and loss, trauma, survivors of suicide, women’s issues, separation and divorce, parenting/co-parenting, caregiving, and individuals coping with chronic pain, illness and degenerative diseases.
(928) 248-1255 View (928) 248-1255
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David Stein
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Phoenix, AZ 85007  (Online Only)
Visit website: https://behavioralhealth4life.com All appointments via Telehealth, with direct pay only. Specialties: depression, anxiety, job conflicts, work stress, PTSD; patients with combined emotional and medical problems e.g., chronic pan and fatigue, sleep disorder, medication overuse, fibromyalgia, etc. I work especially well with individuals who are very reluctant to seek treatment, special, complex cases, or persons who have failed in treatment elsewhere. Call (435) 512-7759, Please leave Text Message for inquiries. My flex schedule will allow you to see me for an appointment within 2-4 days!
Visit website: https://behavioralhealth4life.com All appointments via Telehealth, with direct pay only. Specialties: depression, anxiety, job conflicts, work stress, PTSD; patients with combined emotional and medical problems e.g., chronic pan and fatigue, sleep disorder, medication overuse, fibromyalgia, etc. I work especially well with individuals who are very reluctant to seek treatment, special, complex cases, or persons who have failed in treatment elsewhere. Call (435) 512-7759, Please leave Text Message for inquiries. My flex schedule will allow you to see me for an appointment within 2-4 days!
(801) 316-8968 View (801) 316-8968
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Lynda Griffin Bull
Licensed Professional Counselor, MC, LPC
Verified Verified
Scottsdale, AZ 85250
If life and all it brings leaves you feeling trapped, fearful, depressed, or overwhelmed, I can help. I offer a safe, collaborative, therapeutic experience, uniquely tailored to meet your needs. Together we will move toward success in managing stress, satisfaction in relationships, enjoyment of life, & well-being. I work with issues related to Depression; Grief/Loss; Women's Issues; Adjustment to Change or Loss; Issues associated with Cancer, Chronic illness and/or Pain; Life Transition Issues & Relational problems. Faith based counseling available. Currently I exclusively offer tele-counseling for clients in Arizona and Virginia.
If life and all it brings leaves you feeling trapped, fearful, depressed, or overwhelmed, I can help. I offer a safe, collaborative, therapeutic experience, uniquely tailored to meet your needs. Together we will move toward success in managing stress, satisfaction in relationships, enjoyment of life, & well-being. I work with issues related to Depression; Grief/Loss; Women's Issues; Adjustment to Change or Loss; Issues associated with Cancer, Chronic illness and/or Pain; Life Transition Issues & Relational problems. Faith based counseling available. Currently I exclusively offer tele-counseling for clients in Arizona and Virginia.
(480) 428-0869 View (480) 428-0869

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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.