Chronic Pain Therapists in Beverly Hills, CA
Shira M Hefter
Associate Clinical Social Worker, ACSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Begin to feel your feelings, transforming them from pain to wisdom.
You are a current or former dancer, gymnast or athlete. You have undergone intense training and competition. Now, you feel stuck. You feel high demands, yet you are afraid of your power. You want to be successful. You notice that you fear failure. You may even fear success. Performance anxiety and overwhelm have gotten the best of you lately. Bullying/distrust with peers or coaches may be something you feel bogged down by. Because you’re a high achiever, you need extra love and support and wish to feel confident. However, relationships both in and outside of your craft feel unsubstantial.
Begin to feel your feelings, transforming them from pain to wisdom.
You are a current or former dancer, gymnast or athlete. You have undergone intense training and competition. Now, you feel stuck. You feel high demands, yet you are afraid of your power. You want to be successful. You notice that you fear failure. You may even fear success. Performance anxiety and overwhelm have gotten the best of you lately. Bullying/distrust with peers or coaches may be something you feel bogged down by. Because you’re a high achiever, you need extra love and support and wish to feel confident. However, relationships both in and outside of your craft feel unsubstantial.
Jessica Dawn Russell
CHT, CCht, NBC-HWC, BA psy, Coach, Health, CBIT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
Living and watching emotional pain turn to mental or physical change is also scary.
I am the founder of both The Hypnotherapy Centers and The HTC Therapy Group. My clients are primarily adults and seniors, yet I work with teens. I have very comfortable and safe offices in Encino, Beverly Hills, & West Los Angeles. I also work remote. I have strong experience working with anxiety, depression, complex circumstances &mental health disorders, including medical, pain and health issues involving nervous, autoimmune, and specific uncommon illness management, addiction, &smoking. I offer strong interactive rapport. My client base involves professionals, entertainment & sports as well as clients in need of creative hours.
Living and watching emotional pain turn to mental or physical change is also scary.
I am the founder of both The Hypnotherapy Centers and The HTC Therapy Group. My clients are primarily adults and seniors, yet I work with teens. I have very comfortable and safe offices in Encino, Beverly Hills, & West Los Angeles. I also work remote. I have strong experience working with anxiety, depression, complex circumstances &mental health disorders, including medical, pain and health issues involving nervous, autoimmune, and specific uncommon illness management, addiction, &smoking. I offer strong interactive rapport. My client base involves professionals, entertainment & sports as well as clients in need of creative hours.
Lisa Waldman, LCSW, MPH
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
My approach is to help you identify your strengths, target your goals, support you in overcoming blocks so that you can change on the deepest level and experience relief from physical and emotional pain.
Seeking help is a sign of self-awareness & readiness for change. Perhaps you're feeling out control with emotional pain, behavior, or relationships. You may be dealing with chronic health issues involving physical pain & psychological symptoms. As a therapist, health educator, pain specialist for 30 + yrs, I offer compassion & collaboration to help you overcome unhealthy patterns, depression, anxiety, somatic ( pain) symptoms, poor self-image, or grief in a safe and nonjudgmental space. Together we will explore the root causes of symptoms, help you identify counterproductive patterns and develop healthy new healthy coping strategies.
My approach is to help you identify your strengths, target your goals, support you in overcoming blocks so that you can change on the deepest level and experience relief from physical and emotional pain.
Seeking help is a sign of self-awareness & readiness for change. Perhaps you're feeling out control with emotional pain, behavior, or relationships. You may be dealing with chronic health issues involving physical pain & psychological symptoms. As a therapist, health educator, pain specialist for 30 + yrs, I offer compassion & collaboration to help you overcome unhealthy patterns, depression, anxiety, somatic ( pain) symptoms, poor self-image, or grief in a safe and nonjudgmental space. Together we will explore the root causes of symptoms, help you identify counterproductive patterns and develop healthy new healthy coping strategies.
My practice also includes end of life psychotherapy & psychosocial support and therapy for those living with serious or chronic illness.
Late life is often a dynamic time and one of transition. For many older adults, it is fraught with illness, loss and emotional and physical challenge. But it can also be a time of enormous potential. With fewer obligations, long time personal goals can finally be realized and difficult family relationships repaired and healed. Evidence suggests that it's possible to make change at any stage of life. Together through the collaborative process of psychotherapy, we will work towards your goals using an integrated approach that includes psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, and solution focused strategies.
My practice also includes end of life psychotherapy & psychosocial support and therapy for those living with serious or chronic illness.
Late life is often a dynamic time and one of transition. For many older adults, it is fraught with illness, loss and emotional and physical challenge. But it can also be a time of enormous potential. With fewer obligations, long time personal goals can finally be realized and difficult family relationships repaired and healed. Evidence suggests that it's possible to make change at any stage of life. Together through the collaborative process of psychotherapy, we will work towards your goals using an integrated approach that includes psychodynamic, cognitive, behavioral, and solution focused strategies.
Giovanna Carbajal
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90212 (Online Only)
Since overcoming my challenges with pain, I can connect with others.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck? I welcome you to share your story. I am a licensed clinical social worker whose work is dedicated to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain. I integrate a mind-and-body approach. I received my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC). Moreover, I am the Associate Director at the Pain Psychology Center in Beverly Hills, CA. I specialize in helping those who suffer from chronic pain.
Since overcoming my challenges with pain, I can connect with others.
Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or stuck? I welcome you to share your story. I am a licensed clinical social worker whose work is dedicated to supporting individuals with anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain. I integrate a mind-and-body approach. I received my Master’s in Social Work from the University of Southern California (USC). Moreover, I am the Associate Director at the Pain Psychology Center in Beverly Hills, CA. I specialize in helping those who suffer from chronic pain.
I continue to see people diagnosed with cancer and other serious illness.
I have had over 25 years of experience helping people deal with anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences. Creating a safe, trusting relationship is the basis of productive therapy and healing. I am an empathetic listener who uses a variety of approaches to help people reach their goals.
I continue to see people diagnosed with cancer and other serious illness.
I have had over 25 years of experience helping people deal with anxiety, depression and traumatic experiences. Creating a safe, trusting relationship is the basis of productive therapy and healing. I am an empathetic listener who uses a variety of approaches to help people reach their goals.
Cory Goldstein
Marriage & Family Therapist, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90211 (Online Only)
Much of my practice with focuses on chronic pain/ illness, using a combination of somatic processing and solution focused therapy.
The diagnosis of chronic pain or illness can create a world that is not only physically painful but often psychologically painful as well. I believe strongly in the Mind-body connection and hope that working together in a safe pace we can ease some of the many anxieties, frustrations, sadness, and anger that often accompany such a diagnosis. Additionally, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and phase of life issues. Therapy doesn't need to be the result of some big life-changing event. Instead, therapy can be for making order out of the chaos of every day living, identifying patterns, and optimizing wellbeing.
Much of my practice with focuses on chronic pain/ illness, using a combination of somatic processing and solution focused therapy.
The diagnosis of chronic pain or illness can create a world that is not only physically painful but often psychologically painful as well. I believe strongly in the Mind-body connection and hope that working together in a safe pace we can ease some of the many anxieties, frustrations, sadness, and anger that often accompany such a diagnosis. Additionally, I work with clients experiencing anxiety, depression, and phase of life issues. Therapy doesn't need to be the result of some big life-changing event. Instead, therapy can be for making order out of the chaos of every day living, identifying patterns, and optimizing wellbeing.
as well as other modalities to treat neural circuit pain and its causes.
As your therapist, I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental partnership where we can join to understand what is causing your current suffering. If you are looking for a safe and collaborative space to achieve your goals and move forward, I can help. I specialize in the treatment of chronic pain and anxiety in adults and young adults. I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, Nevada, and Arizona. I also offer coaching services nationally and internationally.
as well as other modalities to treat neural circuit pain and its causes.
As your therapist, I am committed to offering a safe, compassionate, and nonjudgmental partnership where we can join to understand what is causing your current suffering. If you are looking for a safe and collaborative space to achieve your goals and move forward, I can help. I specialize in the treatment of chronic pain and anxiety in adults and young adults. I am a licensed psychotherapist in California, Nevada, and Arizona. I also offer coaching services nationally and internationally.
David E Bresler
Psychologist, PhD, LAC, DiplAc, NCCAOM, AAPM
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Online Only)
I was Executive Director of the UCLA Pain Control Unit and a professor in the UCLA Medical, Dental Schools and Psychology Department.
My practice focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families who are suffering from emotional or physical pain or the aftereffects of trauma. We help them resolve the traumatic experience, as well as its consequences (e.g. physical pain, stress, disability, depression, anxiety, insomnia, medication dependence, isolation, etc.) Although many of our patients have not responded well to prior therapies, we've had outstanding success in helping them move from feeling a severe loss to finding a new and positive beginning. We love to work with people who are ready to change and eager to learn how to do it.
I was Executive Director of the UCLA Pain Control Unit and a professor in the UCLA Medical, Dental Schools and Psychology Department.
My practice focuses on helping individuals, couples, and families who are suffering from emotional or physical pain or the aftereffects of trauma. We help them resolve the traumatic experience, as well as its consequences (e.g. physical pain, stress, disability, depression, anxiety, insomnia, medication dependence, isolation, etc.) Although many of our patients have not responded well to prior therapies, we've had outstanding success in helping them move from feeling a severe loss to finding a new and positive beginning. We love to work with people who are ready to change and eager to learn how to do it.
Jill Solomon-Hardie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, MFT
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
I can help with relationship issues, sex/intimacy issues ( SEX/LOVE addiction), codependency/ recovery as well as trauma and chronic PAIN and illness.
My practice specializes in COUPLES as well as individuals who want to grow together and let go of old patterns that aren’t serving them anymore. Your therapy has to feel like a 'good fit', so I use my curiosity and experience to help us discover what feels right. People can confront the more difficult parts of themselves in a safe environment. I provide this in our sessions together, bringing warmth, respect and humor to the relationship. Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/sex, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression and early attachment wounds.
I can help with relationship issues, sex/intimacy issues ( SEX/LOVE addiction), codependency/ recovery as well as trauma and chronic PAIN and illness.
My practice specializes in COUPLES as well as individuals who want to grow together and let go of old patterns that aren’t serving them anymore. Your therapy has to feel like a 'good fit', so I use my curiosity and experience to help us discover what feels right. People can confront the more difficult parts of themselves in a safe environment. I provide this in our sessions together, bringing warmth, respect and humor to the relationship. Aside from couples, my practice focuses on recovery, codependency, love/sex, chronic pain and illness, relationship issues, NPD abuse healing, and anxiety/depression and early attachment wounds.
Megan L. Wagner
Psychologist, PhD, BCB
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (Online Only)
Wagner has an extensive background working with individuals with chronic pain and other health problems, anxiety, OCD, trichotillomania, ADHD, perfectionism, depression, and career concerns, as well as with students, artists, professionals, and veterans.
Dr. Wagner utilizes therapy approaches that have been thoroughly studied through scientific research, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback, and mindfulness-based methods. She also takes into account each client's unique needs and preferences and will collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. She is currently taking new clients for both short-term and long-term individual therapy, and has a variety of scheduling options including daytime and evenings.
Wagner has an extensive background working with individuals with chronic pain and other health problems, anxiety, OCD, trichotillomania, ADHD, perfectionism, depression, and career concerns, as well as with students, artists, professionals, and veterans.
Dr. Wagner utilizes therapy approaches that have been thoroughly studied through scientific research, including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), biofeedback, and mindfulness-based methods. She also takes into account each client's unique needs and preferences and will collaborate with you to reach your therapy goals. She is currently taking new clients for both short-term and long-term individual therapy, and has a variety of scheduling options including daytime and evenings.
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I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about my work in supporting youth, young adults and their families to address life’s challenges. Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
I am a clinical psychologist who is passionate about my work in supporting youth, young adults and their families to address life’s challenges. Over the past 16 years, I have worked with diverse patients who are coping with anxiety, depression, adjustment to chronic illness-particularly chronic pain conditions, challenges related to gender and sexual identity, as well as difficulties faced with peer and family relationships.
Giselle Gomez
Registered Psychological Associate, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90212
I specialize in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address various concerns, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and safe environment so you feel comfortable being your most authentic self. I work with people from diverse backgrounds and ensure we make space to incorporate your values and identities into your treatment goals. I pride myself on providing the most effective treatments for your presenting concerns. Whether it be symptom relief, behavior change, learning healthy communication and positive coping skills, processing grief, or improving your overall quality of life, we can work together to create a personalized plan in line with what you hope to gain from treatment.
I specialize in evidence-based treatments such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy to address various concerns, such as anxiety, depression, insomnia, and chronic pain.
I strive to provide a warm, supportive, and safe environment so you feel comfortable being your most authentic self. I work with people from diverse backgrounds and ensure we make space to incorporate your values and identities into your treatment goals. I pride myself on providing the most effective treatments for your presenting concerns. Whether it be symptom relief, behavior change, learning healthy communication and positive coping skills, processing grief, or improving your overall quality of life, we can work together to create a personalized plan in line with what you hope to gain from treatment.
Are you striving to overcome persistent discomfort and reclaim your life? Whether it's physical challenges or emotional roadblocks, I offer tailored strategies to improve your daily experience and cultivate resilience. Do feelings of stress, anxiety, or self-doubt hold you back from reaching your full potential? Learn to manage difficult emotions, cultivate a healthier mindset, and achieve success on your terms. Are you living with chronic pain? Learn to understand your pain, reduce its impact on your life, and uncover your inner strength.
Are you striving to overcome persistent discomfort and reclaim your life? Whether it's physical challenges or emotional roadblocks, I offer tailored strategies to improve your daily experience and cultivate resilience. Do feelings of stress, anxiety, or self-doubt hold you back from reaching your full potential? Learn to manage difficult emotions, cultivate a healthier mindset, and achieve success on your terms. Are you living with chronic pain? Learn to understand your pain, reduce its impact on your life, and uncover your inner strength.
Negin Ascher
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
Negin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (143784) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in private practice. She helps clients achieve their full potential by navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, chronic pain, and other stress disorders. She also works closely with parents, providing support and guidance on parenting issues, child/family dynamics, and child/adolescent development. Negin integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Mindfulness to help clients achieve healing and wellbeing.
Negin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (143784) and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner in private practice. She helps clients achieve their full potential by navigating anxiety, depression, trauma, PTSD, grief, chronic pain, and other stress disorders. She also works closely with parents, providing support and guidance on parenting issues, child/family dynamics, and child/adolescent development. Negin integrates Psychodynamic Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, and Mindfulness to help clients achieve healing and wellbeing.
Helma Jafari
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT, APCC
Verified Verified
Beverly Hills, CA 90210
As a bilingual and bicultural psychotherapist with expertise in trauma, anxiety, and depression, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your pain and find tools to overcome it.
As you journey through life, you may encounter difficulties such as betrayal, isolation, shame, and trauma. These experiences can be heavy burdens to bear. Therapy can help you navigate these challenges, embrace all aspects of yourself with loving awareness, and tap into the part of you that is rooted in collective wisdom and connectedness. I invite you to envision a life beyond your fears, where you are the author of your own story, empowered to transform your narrative and create a future that reflects your true self.
As a bilingual and bicultural psychotherapist with expertise in trauma, anxiety, and depression, I offer a compassionate, non-judgmental space to explore your pain and find tools to overcome it.
As you journey through life, you may encounter difficulties such as betrayal, isolation, shame, and trauma. These experiences can be heavy burdens to bear. Therapy can help you navigate these challenges, embrace all aspects of yourself with loving awareness, and tap into the part of you that is rooted in collective wisdom and connectedness. I invite you to envision a life beyond your fears, where you are the author of your own story, empowered to transform your narrative and create a future that reflects your true self.
I received my B.A. from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. I completed my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Phillips Graduate Institute in Los Angeles, CA. My clinical internship was completed at the Maple Counseling Center and at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
I am a licensed and highly respected marriage and family therapist specializing in the treatment of health, wellness and stress management. My expertise includes depression and anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and chronic illness and pain.
I received my B.A. from McGill University in Montreal, Canada. I completed my Masters Degree in Marriage and Family Therapy at Phillips Graduate Institute in Los Angeles, CA. My clinical internship was completed at the Maple Counseling Center and at Cedars-Sinai Medical Center.
I am a licensed and highly respected marriage and family therapist specializing in the treatment of health, wellness and stress management. My expertise includes depression and anxiety, relationship issues, eating disorders, and chronic illness and pain.
I have years of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and difficult life transitions. Whether you are looking to heal from pain from the past or trying to find a way to move forward in your life, you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental relationship where individuals feel validated and empowered to overcome life’s challenges and lead a more fulfilling life. My approach is person-centered and one of collaborative self-exploration where I see myself as a guide to help you get where you want to be.
I have years of experience working with trauma, anxiety, depression, grief, and difficult life transitions. Whether you are looking to heal from pain from the past or trying to find a way to move forward in your life, you don’t have to go through it alone. I strive to create a safe, non-judgmental relationship where individuals feel validated and empowered to overcome life’s challenges and lead a more fulfilling life. My approach is person-centered and one of collaborative self-exploration where I see myself as a guide to help you get where you want to be.
I have advanced training in internal family systems, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based treatment, EMDR, perinatal mental health, grief counseling, chronic pain and illness, couples therapy, parenting, and trauma recovery.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified Life Coach, providing therapy and coaching to individuals and couples. I believe that prioritizing our mental well-being is essential for leading a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize integrative and evidence-based treatments to empower clients to overcome life’s most difficult challenges and reach their highest potential. My approach is personalized, non-judgmental and compassionate. If you are feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a dark place, or simply want to take your life to the next level, let me help take you on an illuminated path toward lasting joy, inner peace, and freedom.
I have advanced training in internal family systems, psychodynamic therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness-based treatment, EMDR, perinatal mental health, grief counseling, chronic pain and illness, couples therapy, parenting, and trauma recovery.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist and certified Life Coach, providing therapy and coaching to individuals and couples. I believe that prioritizing our mental well-being is essential for leading a happy and fulfilling life. I utilize integrative and evidence-based treatments to empower clients to overcome life’s most difficult challenges and reach their highest potential. My approach is personalized, non-judgmental and compassionate. If you are feeling overwhelmed and stuck in a dark place, or simply want to take your life to the next level, let me help take you on an illuminated path toward lasting joy, inner peace, and freedom.
I've 25 years of experience treating FAMILIES, COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS. I can help you identify your challenges, guide you to meet your goals, and support you in becoming your personal best! You have the ability to find strength within to welcome change & learn ways to improve your life & relationships. MARRIAGES & FAMILIES can be affected by stress, illness, trauma, misunderstandings, & various challenges. Unions can be rebuilt. CHILDREN & TEENS have wonderful & distinctive ways of expressing themselves. They can MEET THEIR GOALS when they REALIZE THEIR POTENTIAL by understanding their strengths & weaknesses.
I've 25 years of experience treating FAMILIES, COUPLES, INDIVIDUALS, CHILDREN & ADOLESCENTS. I can help you identify your challenges, guide you to meet your goals, and support you in becoming your personal best! You have the ability to find strength within to welcome change & learn ways to improve your life & relationships. MARRIAGES & FAMILIES can be affected by stress, illness, trauma, misunderstandings, & various challenges. Unions can be rebuilt. CHILDREN & TEENS have wonderful & distinctive ways of expressing themselves. They can MEET THEIR GOALS when they REALIZE THEIR POTENTIAL by understanding their strengths & weaknesses.
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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.