Chronic Pain Therapists in Statesville, NC

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Cortney Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28625
With more than seven years of experience in outpatient health care and community settings, Cortney has developed a keen understanding of the emotional and psychological impact of chronic illness and disability on individuals and their loved ones.
Cortney Gordon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor’s and Advanced Standing Master’s Degree in Social Work from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. As a licensed therapist associate and a seasoned medical social worker, Cortney brings a unique perspective to her practice, drawing on her expertise in working with patients and families navigating complex medical systems.
With more than seven years of experience in outpatient health care and community settings, Cortney has developed a keen understanding of the emotional and psychological impact of chronic illness and disability on individuals and their loved ones.
Cortney Gordon is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate in North Carolina who has been practicing since 2017. She has a Bachelor’s and Advanced Standing Master’s Degree in Social Work from Kutztown University of Pennsylvania. As a licensed therapist associate and a seasoned medical social worker, Cortney brings a unique perspective to her practice, drawing on her expertise in working with patients and families navigating complex medical systems.
(980) 364-8309 View (980) 364-8309
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Sally Rader
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA/EdS, LPC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28677  (Online Only)
Sally Rader uses a client-centered approach to the therapeutic process to join with the client and to facilitate change toward the client's goals. Often a combination of new skills in handling negative thinking, distorted thinking, negative behavior patterns, and poor communication allow for progress and improved self-confidence. Anxiety and stress-management skills are vital in making permanent change. Learning to balance self-care with the demands of life is also essential. Having a spiritual foundation to all therapeutic work is a key element to be able to move towards healing and growth. A Christian worldview is offered.
Sally Rader uses a client-centered approach to the therapeutic process to join with the client and to facilitate change toward the client's goals. Often a combination of new skills in handling negative thinking, distorted thinking, negative behavior patterns, and poor communication allow for progress and improved self-confidence. Anxiety and stress-management skills are vital in making permanent change. Learning to balance self-care with the demands of life is also essential. Having a spiritual foundation to all therapeutic work is a key element to be able to move towards healing and growth. A Christian worldview is offered.
(984) 213-4669 View (984) 213-4669
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Holly Young
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28677
Hello! My name is Holly Young, a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over six years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, grief & loss, and assertiveness training for teens and adults. I use a mix of modalities such as Dialectical (DBT), Eclectic, Trauma Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive therapy. I believe that kindness and authenticity are a great quality to have.
Hello! My name is Holly Young, a licensed clinical mental health counselor with over six years of experience working as a psychotherapist. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns, including anxiety, depression, trauma, women's issues, grief & loss, and assertiveness training for teens and adults. I use a mix of modalities such as Dialectical (DBT), Eclectic, Trauma Focused, Motivational Interviewing, and Supportive therapy. I believe that kindness and authenticity are a great quality to have.
(828) 547-9398 View (828) 547-9398
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LifeStance Health
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28625
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(844) 322-6436 View (844) 322-6436
A Loving Hand Counseling Service
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MSW, LCAS, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Statesville, NC 28625
Growing up is hard and becomes even more difficult when you are dealing with emotional and social problems. I will work directly with you, parents, school, and community to provide the most comprehensive service available.
Growing up is hard and becomes even more difficult when you are dealing with emotional and social problems. I will work directly with you, parents, school, and community to provide the most comprehensive service available.
(704) 310-5561 View (704) 310-5561
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Kristina (Kristy) Richendollar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, CIMNTT
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28677
We all face mental and physical challenges, grief, relationship issues, and unexpected changes from time to time. I am here to assist you by treating you as a “whole” person. The mind, body, spirit, and environment influence total personal wellness. When these pieces work in harmony, you can overcome life’s obstacles while becoming the best version of yourself! We will collaborate to customize your wellness road map, so you can continue with your life's journey with purpose and meaning.
We all face mental and physical challenges, grief, relationship issues, and unexpected changes from time to time. I am here to assist you by treating you as a “whole” person. The mind, body, spirit, and environment influence total personal wellness. When these pieces work in harmony, you can overcome life’s obstacles while becoming the best version of yourself! We will collaborate to customize your wellness road map, so you can continue with your life's journey with purpose and meaning.
(980) 295-1427 View (980) 295-1427
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Solutions Of Hickory
Psychological Associate, MS, LPA
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28625
Solutions was founded in 2000. We are a private psychology and counseling practice dedicated to providing exceptional professional services in a warm and comfortable environment. We would love to meet you and help you to overcome your challenges and meet your goals.
Solutions was founded in 2000. We are a private psychology and counseling practice dedicated to providing exceptional professional services in a warm and comfortable environment. We would love to meet you and help you to overcome your challenges and meet your goals.
(828) 604-9136 View (828) 604-9136
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Cathy Ward
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Statesville, NC 28677
Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed about life? Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? For some of you, the future may feel uncertian. I am passionate about working with clients who are struggling with anxiety related to relationships, academic performance, social media pressure, relationships, achievement pressure or transitioning to adulthood. Maybe you feel unsure about your career path and feel you lack direction. Or you are afraid you will not find your meaning and purpose that aligns with your own values and passions.
Do you feel anxious and overwhelmed about life? Do you struggle with feeling disconnected from yourself and others? For some of you, the future may feel uncertian. I am passionate about working with clients who are struggling with anxiety related to relationships, academic performance, social media pressure, relationships, achievement pressure or transitioning to adulthood. Maybe you feel unsure about your career path and feel you lack direction. Or you are afraid you will not find your meaning and purpose that aligns with your own values and passions.
(704) 313-1411 View (704) 313-1411
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Camilla Rogers, Ph.D.
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28677
Not accepting new clients
I am a licensed psychologist treating depression, bipolar and anxiety disorders, relationship difficulties, health-related stress, and career and work problems. In addition to helping people find relief from depression and anxiety, I have a particular focus on helping the person understand how his/her mind works so that experiences can be more fulfilling and internal life, more rich and meaningful. I work to recognize and build upon personal strengths, cultivate resilience and enhance optimal functioning. See CamillaRogersPhD.com
I am a licensed psychologist treating depression, bipolar and anxiety disorders, relationship difficulties, health-related stress, and career and work problems. In addition to helping people find relief from depression and anxiety, I have a particular focus on helping the person understand how his/her mind works so that experiences can be more fulfilling and internal life, more rich and meaningful. I work to recognize and build upon personal strengths, cultivate resilience and enhance optimal functioning. See CamillaRogersPhD.com
(704) 216-4090 View (704) 216-4090
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Pamela J Meeds
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Statesville, NC 28677
Not accepting new clients
How we think dramatically influences how we feel and ultimately how we respond to the crises in our lives. And this is good news. You can feel better. You can learn to be relaxed and focused in your work and family life. You can feel energetic and loving in your self expression and interactions with others. Through supportive and interactive psychotherapy, you will develop insight and creativity in resolving problems and fulfilling your purpose. I will help you regain control of your emotions and your life by teaching you techniques for releasing stress and negativity, changing your thinking, shifting your perspective, and restoring your confidence.
How we think dramatically influences how we feel and ultimately how we respond to the crises in our lives. And this is good news. You can feel better. You can learn to be relaxed and focused in your work and family life. You can feel energetic and loving in your self expression and interactions with others. Through supportive and interactive psychotherapy, you will develop insight and creativity in resolving problems and fulfilling your purpose. I will help you regain control of your emotions and your life by teaching you techniques for releasing stress and negativity, changing your thinking, shifting your perspective, and restoring your confidence.
(704) 469-5207 View (704) 469-5207

More Therapists Nearby

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Grace Selvaggi
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCSWA
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Grace has experience with victims of domestic violence, mental illness, homelessness, and substance abuse.
Grace Selvaggi is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist who has been practicing since 2020 in North Carolina. Grace is a Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in North Carolina with more than five years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and childhood/adolescent behavioral issues. She graduated with a Master in Clinical Social Work (MSW) degree, an Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) specialization, Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BSW) degree, and a psychology minor from the University of Kentucky.
Grace has experience with victims of domestic violence, mental illness, homelessness, and substance abuse.
Grace Selvaggi is a Licensed Clinical Mental Health Therapist who has been practicing since 2020 in North Carolina. Grace is a Certified Master Social Worker (CMSW) and Licensed Clinical Social Worker Associate (LCSWA) in North Carolina with more than five years of experience specializing in depression, anxiety, trauma, grief, and childhood/adolescent behavioral issues. She graduated with a Master in Clinical Social Work (MSW) degree, an Integrated Behavioral Health (IBH) specialization, Bachelor of Arts in Social Work (BSW) degree, and a psychology minor from the University of Kentucky.
(980) 372-4605 View (980) 372-4605
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Betsy Karas
Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor, MHDL, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
(ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) - Reaching out for help can be difficult, whether related to adjusting to life events, stressful situations, dealing with intense emotions, relationship problems. I hope to help you feel comfortable in develop a trusting relationship in an atmosphere where you feel acknowledged and understood, and to work with you in gaining skills to cope with difficulties you are experiencing. My goal is to help you realize your strengths and positive attributes, to gain the power to make changes you need or to cope with the things you cannot change, and to find ways to bring hope and contentment to your life.
(ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS) - Reaching out for help can be difficult, whether related to adjusting to life events, stressful situations, dealing with intense emotions, relationship problems. I hope to help you feel comfortable in develop a trusting relationship in an atmosphere where you feel acknowledged and understood, and to work with you in gaining skills to cope with difficulties you are experiencing. My goal is to help you realize your strengths and positive attributes, to gain the power to make changes you need or to cope with the things you cannot change, and to find ways to bring hope and contentment to your life.
(980) 352-6337 View (980) 352-6337
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Amany Branco
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LCMHCA
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Amany has experience working with children (as young as 10), adolescents, and adults in an upfront, caring and straight forward manner. Amany has experience working with clients in the office, school, and telehealth sessions. In her free time, Amany enjoys travelling, reading, and spending time with her family.
Amany has experience working with children (as young as 10), adolescents, and adults in an upfront, caring and straight forward manner. Amany has experience working with clients in the office, school, and telehealth sessions. In her free time, Amany enjoys travelling, reading, and spending time with her family.
(980) 243-0748 View (980) 243-0748
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LifeStance Health
Counselor, LCMHCS
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
(844) 322-6436 View (844) 322-6436
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Stephen Mcalister
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCMHC, LCAS
Verified Verified
Troutman, NC 28166
I am an advocate for empowering secret-holders to let go of their burdens to create new freedom. Whether it's dealing with the shame of substance abuse issues, fear surrounding sexual identity concerns, underlying dread from childhood traumas, or ongoing guilt of forgotten crimes from the past. I offer a safe space to put your hurt story to rest. Working together, we create a new story that gives you authenticity, community, and possibility. I combine 5-years of experience with substance abuse counseling with 7-years of experience collaborating with people confronted by childhood trauma, anxiety, depression and other diagnoses.
I am an advocate for empowering secret-holders to let go of their burdens to create new freedom. Whether it's dealing with the shame of substance abuse issues, fear surrounding sexual identity concerns, underlying dread from childhood traumas, or ongoing guilt of forgotten crimes from the past. I offer a safe space to put your hurt story to rest. Working together, we create a new story that gives you authenticity, community, and possibility. I combine 5-years of experience with substance abuse counseling with 7-years of experience collaborating with people confronted by childhood trauma, anxiety, depression and other diagnoses.
(704) 389-5963 View (704) 389-5963

Online Therapists

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Dr. Gantz- Davidson Psychological Consulting, PC
Psychologist, PsyD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Davidson, NC 28036  (Online Only)
ALL SERVICE PROVIDED VIA VIDEO TELE-HEALTH. Dr. Gantz is a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, achieved by only 4% of eligible psychologists. With over 40 years of mental health experience and 33 years as a licensed psychologist, he specializes in working with people dealing with anxiety issues (including test and performance anxiety), post-traumatic stress (including combat, accidents and assaults), depression & mood disorders, chronic pain, medical disorders, conversion disorders, interpersonal problems and more. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-e-gantz-psyd-abpp-93a944185/ or https://davidsonpsychology.wordpress.com/
ALL SERVICE PROVIDED VIA VIDEO TELE-HEALTH. Dr. Gantz is a Board Certified Clinical Psychologist, achieved by only 4% of eligible psychologists. With over 40 years of mental health experience and 33 years as a licensed psychologist, he specializes in working with people dealing with anxiety issues (including test and performance anxiety), post-traumatic stress (including combat, accidents and assaults), depression & mood disorders, chronic pain, medical disorders, conversion disorders, interpersonal problems and more. See https://www.linkedin.com/in/frank-e-gantz-psyd-abpp-93a944185/ or https://davidsonpsychology.wordpress.com/
(980) 243-0781 View (980) 243-0781
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Lucy Dunning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, EdS, BC-TMC, NCC, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Charlotte, NC 28277  (Online Only)
Together, we develop a personalized pain plan to help you reach your goals, develop a level of acceptance, and assist with creating a life that you enjoy.
Connecting with the right therapist is critical when starting your therapeutic journey. I provide free consultations to potential clients, ensuring they feel confident when committing to their therapeutic journey. I specialize in working with patients and families who experience Chronic Illness and Pain. As a chronic illness patient and therapist, I recognize the unique and personal journey clients experience. I understand the obstacles, stigma, and barriers my clients face as they work on building their quality of life.
Together, we develop a personalized pain plan to help you reach your goals, develop a level of acceptance, and assist with creating a life that you enjoy.
Connecting with the right therapist is critical when starting your therapeutic journey. I provide free consultations to potential clients, ensuring they feel confident when committing to their therapeutic journey. I specialize in working with patients and families who experience Chronic Illness and Pain. As a chronic illness patient and therapist, I recognize the unique and personal journey clients experience. I understand the obstacles, stigma, and barriers my clients face as they work on building their quality of life.
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Jared Hinton
Counselor, MAT, MA, LCMHC, LCAS-A
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Asheville, NC 28801
I specialize in helping people recover from relational trauma and experience issues related to co-dependency, grief, adverse childhood experiences and growing up around alcoholism, addiction or mental illness.
Through counseling with me, you will learn how to relate differently to troubling thoughts, emotions and behaviors while cultivating greater empathy, understanding, and acceptance of yourself and others.
I specialize in helping people recover from relational trauma and experience issues related to co-dependency, grief, adverse childhood experiences and growing up around alcoholism, addiction or mental illness.
Through counseling with me, you will learn how to relate differently to troubling thoughts, emotions and behaviors while cultivating greater empathy, understanding, and acceptance of yourself and others.
(828) 574-6432 View (828) 574-6432
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Claudine A Hamilton
Counselor, MSc, LCMHCA, CTP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Matthews, NC 28105
Claudine provides safe and supportive person centered and trauma focused in-person and telehealth therapy services to teens and adults possessing a wide range of conditions, including trauma related stressor disorder, PTSD, substance use, depression, incarceration, homelessness, grief, abuse, family conflict, conduct disorders as well as severe and persistent mental health illness.
Claudine provides safe and supportive person centered and trauma focused in-person and telehealth therapy services to teens and adults possessing a wide range of conditions, including trauma related stressor disorder, PTSD, substance use, depression, incarceration, homelessness, grief, abuse, family conflict, conduct disorders as well as severe and persistent mental health illness.
(704) 810-1554 View (704) 810-1554
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Audrey Amir
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MA, RYT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fletcher, NC 28732
Other areas of focus include chronic illness, medical trauma, and managing grief and isolation.
Being a person can be hard. Living a life that best suits you as an individual is a work in progress. Along the way, there are undoubtedly challenges. Sometimes, our experiences leave us confused, overwhelmed, and in need of some support. As a therapist, my role is to help understand where you’ve been, where you’d like to go, and help you get there. It’s possible to move from getting by to feeling you have agency over your own life and choices. I specialize in working with challenging life events such as trauma, major life changes, relationship distress, and chronic illnesses. I also work with C-PTSD and Narcissistic Abuse recovery.
Other areas of focus include chronic illness, medical trauma, and managing grief and isolation.
Being a person can be hard. Living a life that best suits you as an individual is a work in progress. Along the way, there are undoubtedly challenges. Sometimes, our experiences leave us confused, overwhelmed, and in need of some support. As a therapist, my role is to help understand where you’ve been, where you’d like to go, and help you get there. It’s possible to move from getting by to feeling you have agency over your own life and choices. I specialize in working with challenging life events such as trauma, major life changes, relationship distress, and chronic illnesses. I also work with C-PTSD and Narcissistic Abuse recovery.
(828) 373-8290 View (828) 373-8290

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.