Chronic Pain Therapists in San Bernardino, CA
I have been trained in a range of modalities with a particular expertise in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and approach to the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and sex offenders.
My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients explore ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with that warm, nonjudgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.
I have been trained in a range of modalities with a particular expertise in Rational Emotive Behavior Therapy and Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and approach to the treatment of trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain and sex offenders.
My greatest reward as a therapist is helping my clients explore ways to make the changes in their lives that will allow them to look forward to the future with hope. I believe that we all need someone to talk with who will really listen and accept us as we are, without judgment. I provide my clients with that warm, nonjudgmental environment-a safe place to explore the issues that may be preventing you from living the life you want.
Theraville Counseling Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92408
We are available to address relational and family problems, as well as such issues as depression, anxiety, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, separation and divorce, parenting problems, stress management, life changing losses, post-traumatic stress, physical illness and pain.
We here at TheraVille Counseling Services, Inc. believe in utilizing an eclectic approach to therapy. The therapy is customized to meet the uniqueness of each and every client. By personalizing the therapeutic experience to best address and respond to the needs of the individual or families, our eclecticism ensures that the most effective therapeutic techniques are integrated into treatment.
We are available to address relational and family problems, as well as such issues as depression, anxiety, sexual, emotional and physical abuse, separation and divorce, parenting problems, stress management, life changing losses, post-traumatic stress, physical illness and pain.
We here at TheraVille Counseling Services, Inc. believe in utilizing an eclectic approach to therapy. The therapy is customized to meet the uniqueness of each and every client. By personalizing the therapeutic experience to best address and respond to the needs of the individual or families, our eclecticism ensures that the most effective therapeutic techniques are integrated into treatment.
Faith Hyden
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, AMFT
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92408 (Online Only)
I have experience working alongside individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relational issues, and chronic illness.
Accepting New Referrals! I strongly believe in the healing power of a safe therapeutic space and human connection to build resilience and foster a more fulfilling life. I strive to co-create a safe space that is warm, collaborative, and empathic so that, together, we can process and integrate past or current traumatic or disruptive experiences, and explore questions of identity, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships. My client-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative approach lends itself to meeting my clients where they are at and walking alongside you as you uncover the strengths and tools.
I have experience working alongside individuals and couples dealing with anxiety, depression, trauma, eating disorders, relational issues, and chronic illness.
Accepting New Referrals! I strongly believe in the healing power of a safe therapeutic space and human connection to build resilience and foster a more fulfilling life. I strive to co-create a safe space that is warm, collaborative, and empathic so that, together, we can process and integrate past or current traumatic or disruptive experiences, and explore questions of identity, self-concept, and interpersonal relationships. My client-centered, trauma-informed, and integrative approach lends itself to meeting my clients where they are at and walking alongside you as you uncover the strengths and tools.
Jeraleen M Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92407
An Eskimo proverb says," The cold place often builds the strongest igloo." meaning that even with awful challenges in your life, there can be a secure place of healing and resilience. How are you doing with your experiences of Crisis, Trauma, Grief, Relationship Failure, Chronic Illness or Disability? If the pain of disappointment has decreased your hope or you find yourself with more questions than answers or maybe you are struggling to gain the strength and motivation you need to just live each day. Let"s build that igloo.
An Eskimo proverb says," The cold place often builds the strongest igloo." meaning that even with awful challenges in your life, there can be a secure place of healing and resilience. How are you doing with your experiences of Crisis, Trauma, Grief, Relationship Failure, Chronic Illness or Disability? If the pain of disappointment has decreased your hope or you find yourself with more questions than answers or maybe you are struggling to gain the strength and motivation you need to just live each day. Let"s build that igloo.
Jacqueline Eppinger
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92404 (Online Only)
I’m Jackie Eppinger and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I approach therapy with an affirming lens that focuses on supporting my clients through challenging periods in their lives. My focused areas of practice include chronic illness, cancer, the LGBTQ community, and relationships/attachment.
I’m Jackie Eppinger and I’m a licensed marriage and family therapist. I approach therapy with an affirming lens that focuses on supporting my clients through challenging periods in their lives. My focused areas of practice include chronic illness, cancer, the LGBTQ community, and relationships/attachment.
My journey to becoming a therapist was widely influenced by my own experience with chronic pain and therapy.
My name is Lauren “Cory” Goldstein, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I utilize a combination of therapeutic styles in my work with adults. I specialize in chronic pain/illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My work focuses on adults going through periods of transition or hardship, either physical or mental. I specialize in working with clients who are suffering from chronic pain or illness.
My journey to becoming a therapist was widely influenced by my own experience with chronic pain and therapy.
My name is Lauren “Cory” Goldstein, and I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) based in Los Angeles, California, and working with clients statewide via telehealth. I utilize a combination of therapeutic styles in my work with adults. I specialize in chronic pain/illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship issues. My work focuses on adults going through periods of transition or hardship, either physical or mental. I specialize in working with clients who are suffering from chronic pain or illness.
Mindy Richard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92401 (Online Only)
Hi, my name is Mindy Richard and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have 22 years of experience working with individuals and families in medical and educational settings. I have 10 years of experience as a Licensed Therapist. My focus is working with individuals and couples that are struggling with emotional challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Mood Instability, End of life issues and emotional distress related to coping with illness and injury. My goal is to help each client learn tools to increase their quality of life and decrease emotional distress.
Hi, my name is Mindy Richard and I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in the state of California. I have 22 years of experience working with individuals and families in medical and educational settings. I have 10 years of experience as a Licensed Therapist. My focus is working with individuals and couples that are struggling with emotional challenges such as Anxiety, Depression, PTSD, Mood Instability, End of life issues and emotional distress related to coping with illness and injury. My goal is to help each client learn tools to increase their quality of life and decrease emotional distress.
My passion is to help people, by listening and by working together to find practical solutions, I would never judge or impose my views but I would always empathize and try to understand the situation. I am bi-lingual and bi-cultural with a vast experience treating families, couples and adolescents. My goal is to always have a "good session" and for you to come out encouraged and empowered.
My passion is to help people, by listening and by working together to find practical solutions, I would never judge or impose my views but I would always empathize and try to understand the situation. I am bi-lingual and bi-cultural with a vast experience treating families, couples and adolescents. My goal is to always have a "good session" and for you to come out encouraged and empowered.
Margaret Evanow, LPCC, Clinical Counseling Svc
Counselor, MS, PhD, LPCC, CCTP, DBTC
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92405 (Online Only)
Are there times when you feel like you are just hanging on, going through the motions without really living, struggling to deal with substantial problems or life traumas? Then it is time to face the challenges that life has brought you and move toward the life that you envision. A life that is peace-filled, satisfying, bringing out the gifts that you carry inside - it is possible! Counseling is a process to help you enhance your life path, heal your life traumas, stop addictive patterns, and move forward. NOW is time to begin your journey - we can start together.
Are there times when you feel like you are just hanging on, going through the motions without really living, struggling to deal with substantial problems or life traumas? Then it is time to face the challenges that life has brought you and move toward the life that you envision. A life that is peace-filled, satisfying, bringing out the gifts that you carry inside - it is possible! Counseling is a process to help you enhance your life path, heal your life traumas, stop addictive patterns, and move forward. NOW is time to begin your journey - we can start together.
Sometimes we can start to feel overwhelmed by life. Various triggers such as identity stress, loss, life transitions, traumatic events, anxious feelings, and relational conflict can start to feel unbearable. This can make carrying on day to day activities very challenging. Whether or not you recognize these behaviors in yourself, your children, or your family as a collective, we can work collaboratively towards addressing your unique needs. You are not alone in this. Today you are one step closer to a more authentic you where you feel empowered and on a path to positive growth and well-being.
Sometimes we can start to feel overwhelmed by life. Various triggers such as identity stress, loss, life transitions, traumatic events, anxious feelings, and relational conflict can start to feel unbearable. This can make carrying on day to day activities very challenging. Whether or not you recognize these behaviors in yourself, your children, or your family as a collective, we can work collaboratively towards addressing your unique needs. You are not alone in this. Today you are one step closer to a more authentic you where you feel empowered and on a path to positive growth and well-being.
My name is Elizabeth Pasipanodya, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with adults (18+) who are in the state of California through telehealth. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure, and mindfulness-based therapy. Common to these approaches is a present-focus and collaboration where we will work towards your goals for therapy.
My name is Elizabeth Pasipanodya, and I am a licensed clinical psychologist with over 10 years of experience working with adults (18+) who are in the state of California through telehealth. I use evidence-based approaches, including cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, exposure, and mindfulness-based therapy. Common to these approaches is a present-focus and collaboration where we will work towards your goals for therapy.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92405 (Online Only)
Sometimes the chaos and confusion that life can present may cause us to lose our way. I love working with people to rediscover who they are or were meant to be. I have extensive experience with Drug and Alcohol Treatment, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression. Again, I am here for you and there is hope. I use a combination of evidence based therapies that include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strengths Perspective, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Sometimes the chaos and confusion that life can present may cause us to lose our way. I love working with people to rediscover who they are or were meant to be. I have extensive experience with Drug and Alcohol Treatment, Post Traumatic Stress Disorder, Anxiety, and Depression. Again, I am here for you and there is hope. I use a combination of evidence based therapies that include Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), Strengths Perspective, Motivational Interviewing, Narrative Therapy and Eye Movement Desensitization Reprocessing (EMDR).
Hello I am David Gutierrez LMFT, I am a bilingual Spanish/English Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. I am a certified EMDR therapist through the EMDR International Association and I am also a certified clinical hypnotherapist through the National Board of Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. I have over 8 years of experience providing high-quality mental health services. I am also a US Navy veteran and have experience working with veterans dealing with PTSD, military sexual trauma, addictions, and other mental health issues.
Hello I am David Gutierrez LMFT, I am a bilingual Spanish/English Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in the state of California. I have a Master's Degree in Counseling Psychology from Argosy University. I am a certified EMDR therapist through the EMDR International Association and I am also a certified clinical hypnotherapist through the National Board of Certified Clinical Hypnotherapists. I have over 8 years of experience providing high-quality mental health services. I am also a US Navy veteran and have experience working with veterans dealing with PTSD, military sexual trauma, addictions, and other mental health issues.
Aenri Garcia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
San Bernardino, CA 92408
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Everyone one has a story, a story that has caused disruption in their life, a story they would like have a new ending. These stories may have caused depression, anxiety, or hindered your personal growth. My goal is to be a supporter, listener, and guide for you to cope, find inner peace, and self awareness. I provide a safe and warm environment where you can tell your story. I have over 6 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults helping to process through overwhelming situations and life experiences. Together we can find positive solutions to begin your new story.
Everyone one has a story, a story that has caused disruption in their life, a story they would like have a new ending. These stories may have caused depression, anxiety, or hindered your personal growth. My goal is to be a supporter, listener, and guide for you to cope, find inner peace, and self awareness. I provide a safe and warm environment where you can tell your story. I have over 6 years of experience working with children, teens, and adults helping to process through overwhelming situations and life experiences. Together we can find positive solutions to begin your new story.
Hi! I am Stan Kemp. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My license number is LMFT51919. I work with those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, identity disorders and more. I work with individuals and couples. I work with clients aging from 18 to 99. I have not met a disorder I was uncomfortable treating. I enjoy working with military and law enforcement. I use a various modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person centered, solution focused, family systems, and EMDR. I meet the client where they are at without judgement.
Hi! I am Stan Kemp. I am a licensed marriage and family therapist in California. My license number is LMFT51919. I work with those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD, schizophrenia, identity disorders and more. I work with individuals and couples. I work with clients aging from 18 to 99. I have not met a disorder I was uncomfortable treating. I enjoy working with military and law enforcement. I use a various modalities including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, person centered, solution focused, family systems, and EMDR. I meet the client where they are at without judgement.
Colbi Rae Pickl
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Bernardino, CA 92408
When things start to feel like they are too much, do you bottle up your emotions? Or maybe you explode? Do you find that as much as you try to move on, your past experiences still hold you back? Maybe you’ve recently gone through something difficult and it feels like you can’t get back to yourself. Maybe you say yes to everyone because you’re afraid what will happen if you say no - leaving your needs on the back burner. Maybe you’re worried about your child. Maybe you and your spouse are struggling to communicate. Maybe your brain runs a mile a minute and you can’t slow it down. Whatever the case, you want to feel better.
When things start to feel like they are too much, do you bottle up your emotions? Or maybe you explode? Do you find that as much as you try to move on, your past experiences still hold you back? Maybe you’ve recently gone through something difficult and it feels like you can’t get back to yourself. Maybe you say yes to everyone because you’re afraid what will happen if you say no - leaving your needs on the back burner. Maybe you’re worried about your child. Maybe you and your spouse are struggling to communicate. Maybe your brain runs a mile a minute and you can’t slow it down. Whatever the case, you want to feel better.
Welcome! My name is Kendra Cunha, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that safety and trust are the foundation of a good therapeutic relationship. Despite your circumstances, I will welcome you into a judgment-free space. My client focus includes individuals (Adults and Teens), Couples, and Elders (65+). I enjoy working with all communities. My passion is helping those who are struggling with interpersonal relationships, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, stress, medical trauma, and self-harm.
Welcome! My name is Kendra Cunha, Licensed Clinical Social Worker. I believe that safety and trust are the foundation of a good therapeutic relationship. Despite your circumstances, I will welcome you into a judgment-free space. My client focus includes individuals (Adults and Teens), Couples, and Elders (65+). I enjoy working with all communities. My passion is helping those who are struggling with interpersonal relationships, family conflict, life transitions, trauma, addiction, anxiety, depression, domestic violence, stress, medical trauma, and self-harm.
Hi there, I'm Dr. Bryan Balvaneda, PhD, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in San Diego, California. I consider myself a guide - I help you head toward your goals in a healthy and meaningful manner, whether these goals are about relieving stress, a mental health issue, or pursuing personal growth. I enjoy working with people across the spectrum of adulthood. I have the most experience working with students in university settings and navigating high-stress environments.
Hi there, I'm Dr. Bryan Balvaneda, PhD, and I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist based in San Diego, California. I consider myself a guide - I help you head toward your goals in a healthy and meaningful manner, whether these goals are about relieving stress, a mental health issue, or pursuing personal growth. I enjoy working with people across the spectrum of adulthood. I have the most experience working with students in university settings and navigating high-stress environments.
Hi there, I'm Wanchun (Athena)! I provide support to individuals, teens, couples, and families to develop awareness, strength, and healing in their lives. I draw on family system, CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment theory, and narrative theory. My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I have worked as a therapist and counselor for a community mental health clinic, a social worker at a multipurpose senior service program, behavior health specialists, and a K-5 school in San Francisco. I have trained interns and taught therapy and counseling in a university graduate school program in CA.
Hi there, I'm Wanchun (Athena)! I provide support to individuals, teens, couples, and families to develop awareness, strength, and healing in their lives. I draw on family system, CBT, mindfulness, psychodynamic and attachment theory, and narrative theory. My approach is warm, relational, and collaborative. I have worked as a therapist and counselor for a community mental health clinic, a social worker at a multipurpose senior service program, behavior health specialists, and a K-5 school in San Francisco. I have trained interns and taught therapy and counseling in a university graduate school program in CA.
My name is Kelly Smarkel, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California, and I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I utilize Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients gain greater insight and understanding to make progress toward their goals and start to feel better. Through my educational background and lived experience, I can relate to many issues that often take the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and feeling lost or hopeless.
My name is Kelly Smarkel, I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LCSW) based in Sacramento, California, and I work with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults and specialize in anxiety, depression, stress, and life transitions. I utilize Talk Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, and Motivational Interviewing to help clients gain greater insight and understanding to make progress toward their goals and start to feel better. Through my educational background and lived experience, I can relate to many issues that often take the form of anxiety, depression, stress, and feeling lost or hopeless.
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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.