Chronic Pain Therapists in Livermore, CA
Jordan Boehler
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
If you could let go of anything, what would it be? I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the cause of your issue. I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies. This means I facilitate profound and transformational experiences in the resolution of Trauma/PTSD and Grief/Loss, as well as panic, depression, phobia, and pain for anyone- regardless of background- interested in feeling better. My ideal client is done talking about it, done doing workbooks, done understanding the cause. I connect deeply and directly with the parts of you that have been trying so hard to protect and heal your self and cause them to collaborate.
If you could let go of anything, what would it be? I provide short-term, intensive therapy that resolves the cause of your issue. I am a practitioner of Mimetic Therapies. This means I facilitate profound and transformational experiences in the resolution of Trauma/PTSD and Grief/Loss, as well as panic, depression, phobia, and pain for anyone- regardless of background- interested in feeling better. My ideal client is done talking about it, done doing workbooks, done understanding the cause. I connect deeply and directly with the parts of you that have been trying so hard to protect and heal your self and cause them to collaborate.
Together we can find meaning and acceptance of feelings of depression, anxiety, occupational stress, and emotional pain that we may struggle to put into words.
It can feel like the sky is falling. There is more confusion, fear, and uncertainty than ever before. This can be debilitating as we struggle to get out of bed, our work performance suffers and then we find ourselves alone and isolated not knowing how to get back to our previous “normal”. We are constantly overstimulated, told what we ought to be, as we become lost with no way to cope. Talk Therapy combined with a safe place to feel heard and understood can guide us to make sense of it all and progress to a higher state of functioning.
Together we can find meaning and acceptance of feelings of depression, anxiety, occupational stress, and emotional pain that we may struggle to put into words.
It can feel like the sky is falling. There is more confusion, fear, and uncertainty than ever before. This can be debilitating as we struggle to get out of bed, our work performance suffers and then we find ourselves alone and isolated not knowing how to get back to our previous “normal”. We are constantly overstimulated, told what we ought to be, as we become lost with no way to cope. Talk Therapy combined with a safe place to feel heard and understood can guide us to make sense of it all and progress to a higher state of functioning.
Erin McQueen
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550 (Online Only)
I work with older adults, caregivers, those navigating serious illness and hair loss, life transitions, and grief/loss.
In the face of life's challenges, it is natural to feel isolated and overwhelmed. In such moments, the act of seeking support, while especially daunting, is profoundly courageous. I believe in your inherent capacity to choose, and thereby choose courageously a life aligned with your innermost needs and desires. With a collaborative style that is both warm and direct, I strive to provide a safe environment for you to explore the depths of your experience, identify unconscious patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that may run counter to your goals, and empower your own inner knowing.
I work with older adults, caregivers, those navigating serious illness and hair loss, life transitions, and grief/loss.
In the face of life's challenges, it is natural to feel isolated and overwhelmed. In such moments, the act of seeking support, while especially daunting, is profoundly courageous. I believe in your inherent capacity to choose, and thereby choose courageously a life aligned with your innermost needs and desires. With a collaborative style that is both warm and direct, I strive to provide a safe environment for you to explore the depths of your experience, identify unconscious patterns of thinking, feeling, and relating that may run counter to your goals, and empower your own inner knowing.
Sunshine Neuropsychology, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, MA, CBIS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
Sunshine Neuropsychology, Inc. offers a variety of services to improve the life quality of children and adults. Assessments we offer include Neuropsychological, Psychological, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, Independent Educational (IEE), Gifted, Pre-Surgical, Chronic Pain, and Political Asylum. Psychotherapy is offered to treat an array of conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, grief, posttraumatic stress, limited social skills). Cognitive rehabilitation therapy (i.e., therapy that helps clients improve cognitive functioning after brain injury) is available as well.
Sunshine Neuropsychology, Inc. offers a variety of services to improve the life quality of children and adults. Assessments we offer include Neuropsychological, Psychological, ADHD, Autism, Learning Disability, Intellectual Disability, Independent Educational (IEE), Gifted, Pre-Surgical, Chronic Pain, and Political Asylum. Psychotherapy is offered to treat an array of conditions (e.g., anxiety, depression, grief, posttraumatic stress, limited social skills). Cognitive rehabilitation therapy (i.e., therapy that helps clients improve cognitive functioning after brain injury) is available as well.
Is conflict tearing your relationship apart? Every relationship has conflict, but no one really teaches us how to have healthy conflict or steps to follow to practice it. I can teach you this! Conflict is a skill, and you can get better at it. Not only that, but if you practice healthy conflict, you'll increase your intimacy and have a closer relationship. I know it sounds counterintuitive but I've seen it happen over and over. You don't have to be stuck in this pattern; I promise.
Is conflict tearing your relationship apart? Every relationship has conflict, but no one really teaches us how to have healthy conflict or steps to follow to practice it. I can teach you this! Conflict is a skill, and you can get better at it. Not only that, but if you practice healthy conflict, you'll increase your intimacy and have a closer relationship. I know it sounds counterintuitive but I've seen it happen over and over. You don't have to be stuck in this pattern; I promise.
I offer telemental health individual and couples psychotherapy to clients who reside in the state of California. I focus on providing this support through a humanistic and existential lens, an approach that emphasizes self-actualization, individuality, personal growth, and the search for meaning in the ups and downs of life. I emphasize empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a non-judgmental attitude to create a supportive environment for you to explore your emotions, beliefs, and concerns.
I offer telemental health individual and couples psychotherapy to clients who reside in the state of California. I focus on providing this support through a humanistic and existential lens, an approach that emphasizes self-actualization, individuality, personal growth, and the search for meaning in the ups and downs of life. I emphasize empathy, unconditional positive regard, and a non-judgmental attitude to create a supportive environment for you to explore your emotions, beliefs, and concerns.
Myra J Rudy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Livermore, CA 94551
Waitlist for new clients
Life can be challenging. Especially in this time of social distancing. It is not unusual to experience fear, confusion, depression and anxiety. It takes courage to admit that you need help and once you are able to admit that, you have taken the very important first step. The important thing is to find the correct person to talk through these issues with and I would like to be that person for you.
Life can be challenging. Especially in this time of social distancing. It is not unusual to experience fear, confusion, depression and anxiety. It takes courage to admit that you need help and once you are able to admit that, you have taken the very important first step. The important thing is to find the correct person to talk through these issues with and I would like to be that person for you.
Rochelle Trejo-Olmos
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, AMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
My approach to therapy begins with the understanding of each person's unique story. With understanding your goals, I will collaborate with you to create the life you want while providing support, insight, encouragment, and the tools you need to get started. I strive to provide an atmosphere where you feel safe to come as your most authentic self in order to address life's challenges.
My approach to therapy begins with the understanding of each person's unique story. With understanding your goals, I will collaborate with you to create the life you want while providing support, insight, encouragment, and the tools you need to get started. I strive to provide an atmosphere where you feel safe to come as your most authentic self in order to address life's challenges.
Dr. Christine E. Dickson: Board Certified Psychologist
Psychologist, PhD, MS, MA, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551
Unlike traditional therapy that focuses on the past, we focus on the present and take action to change unproductive thought patterns, manage your emotions, and modify unhealthy habits. With over 25 years experience as a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapist, I help you take control of your mind rather than let your mind take control of you. Learning to find the off button in your mind and no longer reacting to every thought and feeling is priceless. Nearly 33,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach. Visit christinedickson.com to learn more.
Unlike traditional therapy that focuses on the past, we focus on the present and take action to change unproductive thought patterns, manage your emotions, and modify unhealthy habits. With over 25 years experience as a mindfulness-based cognitive behavioral therapist, I help you take control of your mind rather than let your mind take control of you. Learning to find the off button in your mind and no longer reacting to every thought and feeling is priceless. Nearly 33,000 people worldwide follow my blog to learn my approach. Visit christinedickson.com to learn more.
I provide a safe, caring, supportive, and non-judgmental atmosphere for my clients. I believe every individual is unique and has their own inner wisdom and strength that can be built upon in our sessions. I am passionate about helping people find more balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives by focusing on their personal goals and utilizing a highly individualized and direct approach. I specialize in working with adults with a variety of needs and issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss, stress, anger, self-esteem issues, communication skills, divorce/separation, and parenting.
I provide a safe, caring, supportive, and non-judgmental atmosphere for my clients. I believe every individual is unique and has their own inner wisdom and strength that can be built upon in our sessions. I am passionate about helping people find more balance, joy, and fulfillment in their lives by focusing on their personal goals and utilizing a highly individualized and direct approach. I specialize in working with adults with a variety of needs and issues, including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, trauma, grief/loss, stress, anger, self-esteem issues, communication skills, divorce/separation, and parenting.
Julie Garcia, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
I provide counseling services for all ages in individual, couples, and family therapy. I have extensive experience working with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, couples/marital issues, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, and addiction. I believe that the quality of the therapeutic relationship provides an opportunity to help you understand yourself and others better, which can lead to more satisfying relationships and fulfillment in life. In therapy, I work alongside you, at your pace providing a warm, nurturing, and safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported in your growth.
I provide counseling services for all ages in individual, couples, and family therapy. I have extensive experience working with a variety of concerns including depression, anxiety, couples/marital issues, grief and loss, relationship issues, trauma, and addiction. I believe that the quality of the therapeutic relationship provides an opportunity to help you understand yourself and others better, which can lead to more satisfying relationships and fulfillment in life. In therapy, I work alongside you, at your pace providing a warm, nurturing, and safe space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported in your growth.
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Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
Are you feeling low on energy and lacking the motivation to do anything? Do you feel tense or “on edge” throughout your day? Maybe you are feeling hopeless and sad but aren't sure exactly why. Do you feel disconnected in your relationships? These problems don’t have to follow you forever. I support my clients in developing improved relationships in their lives, positive mindsets, increased motivation and more. In my practice, I focus on treating the whole person- not just their symptoms.
Are you feeling low on energy and lacking the motivation to do anything? Do you feel tense or “on edge” throughout your day? Maybe you are feeling hopeless and sad but aren't sure exactly why. Do you feel disconnected in your relationships? These problems don’t have to follow you forever. I support my clients in developing improved relationships in their lives, positive mindsets, increased motivation and more. In my practice, I focus on treating the whole person- not just their symptoms.
Laura Michelle Eklund
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
If you are ready to move forward in your life and need someone who you can trust in their expertise and experience, I am the right provider for you. I specialize in treating trauma especially abuse, assaults, domestic violence and injuries. I can attend to the specific needs of police officers, first responders, veterans. I am a proud support of survivors of childhood abuse and sexual abuse/ exploitation, provider for California Victims of Crime Compensation.
If you are ready to move forward in your life and need someone who you can trust in their expertise and experience, I am the right provider for you. I specialize in treating trauma especially abuse, assaults, domestic violence and injuries. I can attend to the specific needs of police officers, first responders, veterans. I am a proud support of survivors of childhood abuse and sexual abuse/ exploitation, provider for California Victims of Crime Compensation.
Rachael Cresci
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94550
Hi, I'm Dr. Rachael Cresci. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Doctor of Behavioral Health. I am interested in getting you to where you want be as soon as possible! I specialize in evidence-based practices. You identify the goals and I will use interventions that will match your needs and get you to feel better soon. I've worked with clients with various conditions and challenges over the years. I'm comfortable treating clients with complex medical challenges, addiction, mood disorders.
Hi, I'm Dr. Rachael Cresci. I am a licensed clinical social worker and a Doctor of Behavioral Health. I am interested in getting you to where you want be as soon as possible! I specialize in evidence-based practices. You identify the goals and I will use interventions that will match your needs and get you to feel better soon. I've worked with clients with various conditions and challenges over the years. I'm comfortable treating clients with complex medical challenges, addiction, mood disorders.
Suzanne Grace, LMFT 144783. My desire is to help you live a full life, to listen openly and without bias, and to understand you outside of your problems; to help you see that you have strengths and resources that will help you get through this difficult time or the challenges you face. My goal is to help you feel hopeful again. As a couple's therapist, my goal is to help the couple heal and/or learn how to move forward in a positive manner. I am passionate about women's issues, including peri- and post-partum, loss, infertility, and grief, and work with military and their families
Suzanne Grace, LMFT 144783. My desire is to help you live a full life, to listen openly and without bias, and to understand you outside of your problems; to help you see that you have strengths and resources that will help you get through this difficult time or the challenges you face. My goal is to help you feel hopeful again. As a couple's therapist, my goal is to help the couple heal and/or learn how to move forward in a positive manner. I am passionate about women's issues, including peri- and post-partum, loss, infertility, and grief, and work with military and their families
Olivia Belknap
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MS
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Livermore, CA 94551 (Online Only)
Not accepting new clients
Whether you're looking to further explore your neurodivergence, process your pandemic experiences, find emotional support related to chronic illness, or address other life stressors like anxiety or depression, I'm here for you.
My clients are typically neurodivergent (Autism, ADHD, OCD, etc), LGBTQ+, Covid-cautious, or living with chronic illness. As someone with lived experience in all of these areas, I'm able to provide an understanding and supportive environment as you navigate the stressors that can come with being part of these communities. As a client, you're the expert of your own experience, you know your life and body better than anyone. We can work together to help you self regulate, build self compassion, advocate for your needs, and better support yourself. I use a strengths-based approach to help build a life that works for you, on your terms.
Whether you're looking to further explore your neurodivergence, process your pandemic experiences, find emotional support related to chronic illness, or address other life stressors like anxiety or depression, I'm here for you.
My clients are typically neurodivergent (Autism, ADHD, OCD, etc), LGBTQ+, Covid-cautious, or living with chronic illness. As someone with lived experience in all of these areas, I'm able to provide an understanding and supportive environment as you navigate the stressors that can come with being part of these communities. As a client, you're the expert of your own experience, you know your life and body better than anyone. We can work together to help you self regulate, build self compassion, advocate for your needs, and better support yourself. I use a strengths-based approach to help build a life that works for you, on your terms.
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I specialize in treating clients with pain and chronic illness management issues.
I am most experienced in working with people with pain, illness, addictions, anxiety and depression. I use interpersonal and cognitive approaches to these issues, and believe that the client is best able to assist in selecting the types of approaches best suited to them.
I specialize in treating clients with pain and chronic illness management issues.
I am most experienced in working with people with pain, illness, addictions, anxiety and depression. I use interpersonal and cognitive approaches to these issues, and believe that the client is best able to assist in selecting the types of approaches best suited to them.
Due to my own struggle and remission with Chronic Pain and Acquired Disability, I find it rewarding to work with other individuals with these struggles as well.
My name is Kendra, and I have a very informal approach to therapy. I enjoy laughing and commiserating with my clients and believe that they are best supported by a nonjudgmental therapist who truly cares about their well-being. I work from a strengths-based approach, and as a university professor, I love to connect science and research to help understand everyday issues. I hope to cultivate a space in which people can be their authentic selves and feel safe and supported as they do so.
Due to my own struggle and remission with Chronic Pain and Acquired Disability, I find it rewarding to work with other individuals with these struggles as well.
My name is Kendra, and I have a very informal approach to therapy. I enjoy laughing and commiserating with my clients and believe that they are best supported by a nonjudgmental therapist who truly cares about their well-being. I work from a strengths-based approach, and as a university professor, I love to connect science and research to help understand everyday issues. I hope to cultivate a space in which people can be their authentic selves and feel safe and supported as they do so.
Brittany Tachkov
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, MT-BC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Pleasanton, CA 94588
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your family navigating increased stress or a new medical or mental health need? We will look to discover your strengths and make a personalized approach to facing life’s changes and challenges. My experience with children, adolescents, LGBTQ+ youth, and adults have supported coping with the impact of grief, loss, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My years of music therapy work includes facilitating connection, meaning, and understanding in the context of families coping with chronic and terminal illness, children’s bereavement groups, and intergenerational support.
Are you feeling overwhelmed? Is your family navigating increased stress or a new medical or mental health need? We will look to discover your strengths and make a personalized approach to facing life’s changes and challenges. My experience with children, adolescents, LGBTQ+ youth, and adults have supported coping with the impact of grief, loss, anxiety, depression, ADHD, and trauma. My years of music therapy work includes facilitating connection, meaning, and understanding in the context of families coping with chronic and terminal illness, children’s bereavement groups, and intergenerational support.
I do have special training in working with people with medical conditions such as migraine, cancer, and chronic pain as well.
Hi, I am Dr. Maureen Burney, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I approach therapy by connecting quickly with people and making the process comfortable and effective. I see every client that I work with as having a unique story, and I am committed to helping to make their lives better. My approach to therapy is holistic and practical. My training has always been a combination of clinical psychology and health psychology. I listen carefully to understand who you are and to see how changes may add to the quality of your life. Therapy should be a custom-tailored experience to be most helpful.
I do have special training in working with people with medical conditions such as migraine, cancer, and chronic pain as well.
Hi, I am Dr. Maureen Burney, a licensed psychologist with over 30 years of experience. I approach therapy by connecting quickly with people and making the process comfortable and effective. I see every client that I work with as having a unique story, and I am committed to helping to make their lives better. My approach to therapy is holistic and practical. My training has always been a combination of clinical psychology and health psychology. I listen carefully to understand who you are and to see how changes may add to the quality of your life. Therapy should be a custom-tailored experience to be most helpful.
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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, 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.