Chronic Pain Therapists in Montebello, CA

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Kendra Andersson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
My goal in therapy is to assist you in cultivating balance in your internal and external worlds. Whether that is through focusing on emotion or thought, rebalancing your relationships, finding stability in managing the psychological symptoms of chronic pain or cultivating internal safety and calm to combat memories of pain and trauma.
My goal in therapy is to assist you in cultivating balance in your internal and external worlds. Whether that is through focusing on emotion or thought, rebalancing your relationships, finding stability in managing the psychological symptoms of chronic pain or cultivating internal safety and calm to combat memories of pain and trauma.
(951) 643-0771 View (951) 643-0771
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Claire Franke
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
My name is Claire Franke and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) working statewide in California via telehealth. I work with adults and seniors, specializing in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, couples counseling, chronic illness, and clients or family members impacted by substance abuse issues.
My name is Claire Franke and I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist (LMFT) working statewide in California via telehealth. I work with adults and seniors, specializing in anxiety, depression, grief/loss, couples counseling, chronic illness, and clients or family members impacted by substance abuse issues.
(510) 598-3634 View (510) 598-3634
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Kenya Taylor
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
I'm Kenya Tayor, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with individuals, families, and couples on things like reducing anxiety, depression, pain management, life transitions, and more. I will use empathy and build rapport, while we develop a plan to help you reach your goals. We may use CBT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing during your therapy. My diverse background makes it possible to build on the results you desire. I invite you to begin this journey with me. I want to support you to be your best self and maximize solutions for success.
I'm Kenya Tayor, a licensed marriage and family therapist. I work with individuals, families, and couples on things like reducing anxiety, depression, pain management, life transitions, and more. I will use empathy and build rapport, while we develop a plan to help you reach your goals. We may use CBT, Solution Focused, and Motivational Interviewing during your therapy. My diverse background makes it possible to build on the results you desire. I invite you to begin this journey with me. I want to support you to be your best self and maximize solutions for success.
(562) 262-5840 View (562) 262-5840
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Lizbeth Hernandez
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
Making the first step to seek therapy can be difficult. My first goal is to make you feel comfortable and trust the therapeutic relationship. Once you develop trust in me as your therapist, we can work together in finding the coping skills you need to return to functioning in day to day life. Let me help you regain control of your life. I look forward to helping you meet your goals.
Making the first step to seek therapy can be difficult. My first goal is to make you feel comfortable and trust the therapeutic relationship. Once you develop trust in me as your therapist, we can work together in finding the coping skills you need to return to functioning in day to day life. Let me help you regain control of your life. I look forward to helping you meet your goals.
(626) 243-7594 View (626) 243-7594
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Maria Cruz Flores
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, MFT, MS, MA
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
Did you wake up this morning, feeling sad or with untold anxiety about starting your day? A day fraught with dealing with relational issues child(ren), your significant other, family members or others individuals? This be the day you pick up the phone to garner the support you deserve in making some much needed changes in your life. Help is but a phone call away.
Did you wake up this morning, feeling sad or with untold anxiety about starting your day? A day fraught with dealing with relational issues child(ren), your significant other, family members or others individuals? This be the day you pick up the phone to garner the support you deserve in making some much needed changes in your life. Help is but a phone call away.
(626) 986-3849 View (626) 986-3849
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Alyce Botwinick
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Montebello, CA 90640
My name is Alyce Botwinick. I am an LCSW practicing in Telehealth in California. This platform allows me to work with clients anywhere in my state. I find using a Psychodynamic approach assists clients in exploring and identifying problematic behavior patterns as well as negativity biases. Offering practices based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindful Awareness allows my clients to learn strategies to better understand themselves, have healthier relationships, and become more resilient. My clients have been my greatest teachers.
My name is Alyce Botwinick. I am an LCSW practicing in Telehealth in California. This platform allows me to work with clients anywhere in my state. I find using a Psychodynamic approach assists clients in exploring and identifying problematic behavior patterns as well as negativity biases. Offering practices based on Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Mindful Awareness allows my clients to learn strategies to better understand themselves, have healthier relationships, and become more resilient. My clients have been my greatest teachers.
(510) 974-7132 View (510) 974-7132

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Amparo Pacheco
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91755
LCSW with experience working with an array of populations such as children & family, life stage transitions, life counseling, severe mental illness developmental disabilities, and women's wellness.
LCSW with experience working with an array of populations such as children & family, life stage transitions, life counseling, severe mental illness developmental disabilities, and women's wellness.
(626) 618-9873 View (626) 618-9873
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Hiromi Yamamura
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90040  (Online Only)
I specialize in DBT, CBT, self-esteem, and life transitions such as going to college, relationship issues, illness and chronic pain, grief/loss, and retirement.
I believe that the number one human survival skill is adaptability to change. However, I know how challenging it may be to take those first steps, alone. I would like to assist in navigating your path to achieve your personal goals by focusing on the unique strengths you already possess while fostering flexibility and healthy boundaries. My approach is collaborative, eclectic, and person-centered, in which I tailor the therapy to fit your individual needs and goals. My experience includes working in substance use, neurology, VA, hospitals and non-profit/community mental health with individuals, couples, and groups.
I specialize in DBT, CBT, self-esteem, and life transitions such as going to college, relationship issues, illness and chronic pain, grief/loss, and retirement.
I believe that the number one human survival skill is adaptability to change. However, I know how challenging it may be to take those first steps, alone. I would like to assist in navigating your path to achieve your personal goals by focusing on the unique strengths you already possess while fostering flexibility and healthy boundaries. My approach is collaborative, eclectic, and person-centered, in which I tailor the therapy to fit your individual needs and goals. My experience includes working in substance use, neurology, VA, hospitals and non-profit/community mental health with individuals, couples, and groups.
(323) 310-4376 View (323) 310-4376
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Roger J. Kuhn
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90040  (Online Only)
I focus on issues such as out of control sexual behavior, sexual dysfunctions such as erectile issues, premature and delayed ejaculation, pelvic pain, intimacy with partner issues, and sexuality exploration including behavior and gender.
I am a certified sex therapist and work with clients experiencing issues related to sexuality including performance anxiety, sexual dysfunction, or problematic sexual behavior. We will examine the triggers in your life and find resources to help you manage your challenges when they arise. My work is informed from a social and sexual justice perspective. In addition to my work as a sex therapist, I also work with anxiety, depression, and grief. I am currently seeing clients online via video conference.
I focus on issues such as out of control sexual behavior, sexual dysfunctions such as erectile issues, premature and delayed ejaculation, pelvic pain, intimacy with partner issues, and sexuality exploration including behavior and gender.
I am a certified sex therapist and work with clients experiencing issues related to sexuality including performance anxiety, sexual dysfunction, or problematic sexual behavior. We will examine the triggers in your life and find resources to help you manage your challenges when they arise. My work is informed from a social and sexual justice perspective. In addition to my work as a sex therapist, I also work with anxiety, depression, and grief. I am currently seeing clients online via video conference.
(415) 630-5758 View (415) 630-5758
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Souna Mohseni
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Hello, my name is Souna Mohseni, LCSW 116044. I will help you understand yourself better and understand the life's rules. If you know the rules you will win/heal. You may be experiencing real pain in your life, but the beliefs, thoughts, and feelings you have about your pain can add to your suffering. I'd like to help you understand where these beliefs come from so that they can change the way you react to situations and develop a more positive and adaptive belief, and lifestyle. With increased insight and awareness, you may find that you're able to have more meaningful and satisfying relationships and enjoy life.
Hello, my name is Souna Mohseni, LCSW 116044. I will help you understand yourself better and understand the life's rules. If you know the rules you will win/heal. You may be experiencing real pain in your life, but the beliefs, thoughts, and feelings you have about your pain can add to your suffering. I'd like to help you understand where these beliefs come from so that they can change the way you react to situations and develop a more positive and adaptive belief, and lifestyle. With increased insight and awareness, you may find that you're able to have more meaningful and satisfying relationships and enjoy life.
(323) 310-9975 View (323) 310-9975
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Jodi Larman
Psychologist, CP
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90022
I am a Ph.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California. I received my undergraduate degree from UCLA, an M.S. degree in Counseling Psychology, with a certification in Behavior Therapy and Healthy Psychology from California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Health Psychology from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara. My dissertation research focused on Conjugal Bereavement in Older and Younger Widows and Widowers: Influences of Social Support and Health.
I am a Ph.D. Licensed Clinical Psychologist in the state of California. I received my undergraduate degree from UCLA, an M.S. degree in Counseling Psychology, with a certification in Behavior Therapy and Healthy Psychology from California Lutheran University in Thousand Oaks, and an M.A. and Ph.D. in Clinical Psychology with a specialization in Health Psychology from Fielding Graduate University in Santa Barbara. My dissertation research focused on Conjugal Bereavement in Older and Younger Widows and Widowers: Influences of Social Support and Health.
(628) 266-4153 View (628) 266-4153
Photo of Bryan Strycula, LMFT, Marriage & Family Therapist
Bryan Strycula
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90022
My name is Bryan Strycula and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am based in southern California and working with clients via telehealth statewide. It can be hard to address personal issues and mental health complications. It is my role and honor to provide a safe therapeutic environment that is comfortable. Almost everyone has gone through difficult times in their lives. It’s how they’re handled that makes the difference.
My name is Bryan Strycula and I am a Licensed Marriage Family Therapist. I am based in southern California and working with clients via telehealth statewide. It can be hard to address personal issues and mental health complications. It is my role and honor to provide a safe therapeutic environment that is comfortable. Almost everyone has gone through difficult times in their lives. It’s how they’re handled that makes the difference.
(916) 603-2497 View (916) 603-2497
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Guisella Conroy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSG, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Pico Rivera, CA 90660  (Online Only)
Today, you are one step closer to a renewed you, where you feel empowered, and on a positive path to growth and well-being. If you’re reading this, then you have taken the first step to enhance your life journey. Congratulations! With many changes in our communities, many individuals are experiencing a variety of emotions-feelings of uncertainty, sadness, anxiety, or confusion. If you can relate to any of these then you are in the right place. Have these feelings created setbacks in your professional and personal relationships? It may be difficult to find where to turn to or who you can trust in sharing your circumstances.
Today, you are one step closer to a renewed you, where you feel empowered, and on a positive path to growth and well-being. If you’re reading this, then you have taken the first step to enhance your life journey. Congratulations! With many changes in our communities, many individuals are experiencing a variety of emotions-feelings of uncertainty, sadness, anxiety, or confusion. If you can relate to any of these then you are in the right place. Have these feelings created setbacks in your professional and personal relationships? It may be difficult to find where to turn to or who you can trust in sharing your circumstances.
(562) 561-1316 View (562) 561-1316
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Tracy Duckworth
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Tracy Duckworth, LCSW is a therapist who believes we all have the capacity to grow and looks forward to helping you on your mental health journey. Is it possible you have come to a point in your life where you want change, need to get in control of you or your environment? . With direction, support, serenity you can learn to master negative thought processes that bring about negative emotions and behaviors. She believes together, you will build upon your strengths, identify your concerns and you will overcome your challenges.
Tracy Duckworth, LCSW is a therapist who believes we all have the capacity to grow and looks forward to helping you on your mental health journey. Is it possible you have come to a point in your life where you want change, need to get in control of you or your environment? . With direction, support, serenity you can learn to master negative thought processes that bring about negative emotions and behaviors. She believes together, you will build upon your strengths, identify your concerns and you will overcome your challenges.
(626) 702-3358 View (626) 702-3358
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Shawn Briggs
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
My name is Shawn Marie Briggs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My education includes a master's in social work from the University of Southern California (USC). Through my education and experience, I have developed expertise in cultural diversity and the ability to provide clients with guidance through life's most difficult challenges. One of the most wonderful parts of my work is having the ability to meet clients where they are at and helping them to explore methods of coping that would best suit their individual needs.
My name is Shawn Marie Briggs, and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). My education includes a master's in social work from the University of Southern California (USC). Through my education and experience, I have developed expertise in cultural diversity and the ability to provide clients with guidance through life's most difficult challenges. One of the most wonderful parts of my work is having the ability to meet clients where they are at and helping them to explore methods of coping that would best suit their individual needs.
(562) 684-6294 View (562) 684-6294
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Gabriel Mejia
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
Hello, my name is Gabriel Mejia, and I am a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I approach therapy as a professional whose aim is to improve the quality of life of my clients. Working together as a unit with my clients, I hope to fill the missing puzzles pieces of what happiness, satisfaction, contentment, empowerment or peace of mind feels like. Likewise, I help clients to re-shift distorted, stressful, anxiety, depressive, overwhelming thoughts/experiences in order to gain back the calm that might be missing in their lives.
Hello, my name is Gabriel Mejia, and I am a practicing Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW). I approach therapy as a professional whose aim is to improve the quality of life of my clients. Working together as a unit with my clients, I hope to fill the missing puzzles pieces of what happiness, satisfaction, contentment, empowerment or peace of mind feels like. Likewise, I help clients to re-shift distorted, stressful, anxiety, depressive, overwhelming thoughts/experiences in order to gain back the calm that might be missing in their lives.
(858) 832-2598 View (858) 832-2598
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Jill Miller
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90022
I was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan and grew up in a single-parent family youngest of five children. I am also a trauma survivor. I completed my doctoral work at the University of Southern California, and my master’s at Loma Linda University, I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have 29 years of experience working with children, youth, families, and adults in non-profit, for-profit, government, acute care, and hospice settings, as well as private practice. My specialties include children, adolescents, grief, loss, abuse and neglect, and trauma.
I was born and raised in Lansing, Michigan and grew up in a single-parent family youngest of five children. I am also a trauma survivor. I completed my doctoral work at the University of Southern California, and my master’s at Loma Linda University, I am a licensed clinical social worker. I have 29 years of experience working with children, youth, families, and adults in non-profit, for-profit, government, acute care, and hospice settings, as well as private practice. My specialties include children, adolescents, grief, loss, abuse and neglect, and trauma.
(916) 314-7728 View (916) 314-7728
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Ray Everett
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90040
DO YOU WANT TO BE HAPPY IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP AGAIN? Call or email me. I know how to get you there. Let's cut to the chase in couples counseling. PHONE*FACETIME*VIDEO. There is no need to drive to an office for me to help you.
DO YOU WANT TO BE HAPPY IN YOUR RELATIONSHIP AGAIN? Call or email me. I know how to get you there. Let's cut to the chase in couples counseling. PHONE*FACETIME*VIDEO. There is no need to drive to an office for me to help you.
(323) 570-5490 View (323) 570-5490
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Elizabeth Christy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Monterey Park, CA 91754
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth Christy and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Educator. I utilize a strengths-based approach to collaborate with patients to reach their goals and improve their overall well-being. I utilize a mindfulness-based approach to develop individualized treatment plans that support reducing the impact of emotional and mental challenges that can influence day-to-day well-being. I specialize in supporting Patient's coping with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Grief, Loss, Trauma, transition, and/or other emotional and mental challenges.
Hi there! My name is Elizabeth Christy and I'm a Licensed Clinical Social Worker and Certified Sex Educator. I utilize a strengths-based approach to collaborate with patients to reach their goals and improve their overall well-being. I utilize a mindfulness-based approach to develop individualized treatment plans that support reducing the impact of emotional and mental challenges that can influence day-to-day well-being. I specialize in supporting Patient's coping with symptoms of Depression, Anxiety, Stress, Grief, Loss, Trauma, transition, and/or other emotional and mental challenges.
(661) 403-0052 View (661) 403-0052
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Stephanie Doss
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Pico Rivera, CA 90660
I have worked with clients in areas such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, co-dependency, OCD, parenting, work issues, trauma, sexuality, and struggles related to religion/faith. I work with adults of all ages. I typically work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, and OCD. I have walked with many clients facing challenges in their grief, spirituality, health, and role changes. I work on creating a calm, inviting, and accepting space during my sessions. I communicate openly and also know the importance of being a good listener.
I have worked with clients in areas such as anxiety, depression, grief, loss, co-dependency, OCD, parenting, work issues, trauma, sexuality, and struggles related to religion/faith. I work with adults of all ages. I typically work with people struggling with anxiety, depression, and OCD. I have walked with many clients facing challenges in their grief, spirituality, health, and role changes. I work on creating a calm, inviting, and accepting space during my sessions. I communicate openly and also know the importance of being a good listener.
(562) 784-4997 View (562) 784-4997
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.