Chronic Pain Therapists in Illinois
, racism, sexism, classism) can cause trauma, and that therapy can help us move out of internalized shame and pain brought on by socialization into these systems.
The task of finding a new therapist to walk with you in your journey toward growth, hope, and healing can be so difficult! My style is relational and dynamic, meaning that I hold the past and present together as we work through your story to examine places you feel stuck or want to make changes. Your safety in the therapeutic relationship is important in order to facilitate the exploration of what can be painful thoughts, feelings, and memories. I integrate evidence-based techniques, cultural humility, and a nonjudgemental perspective to help you find your strengths and meet your life goals.
, racism, sexism, classism) can cause trauma, and that therapy can help us move out of internalized shame and pain brought on by socialization into these systems.
The task of finding a new therapist to walk with you in your journey toward growth, hope, and healing can be so difficult! My style is relational and dynamic, meaning that I hold the past and present together as we work through your story to examine places you feel stuck or want to make changes. Your safety in the therapeutic relationship is important in order to facilitate the exploration of what can be painful thoughts, feelings, and memories. I integrate evidence-based techniques, cultural humility, and a nonjudgemental perspective to help you find your strengths and meet your life goals.
Christopher Holly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Peoria, IL 61602
Waitlist for new clients
I work with people suffering from depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, marital and couples counseling, drug and alcohol abuse, pain disorder, loss and grief, transgender issues, LGBQT issues, as well as those in the fetish/BDSM community.
I am dedicated to working with you to help you find your ability to deal with life and it's challenges by calling on your natural resources and capabilities and seeking a solution that is yours. I believe in the right to self-determination and that all people should have the capability to obtain what they want for their life through the power of therapy. I have worked with veterans of foreign wars, mature adults, teenagers and all kinds of people in between. I find the ability to explore life, understand ourselves and our situation better creates lasting happiness.
I work with people suffering from depression, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, marital and couples counseling, drug and alcohol abuse, pain disorder, loss and grief, transgender issues, LGBQT issues, as well as those in the fetish/BDSM community.
I am dedicated to working with you to help you find your ability to deal with life and it's challenges by calling on your natural resources and capabilities and seeking a solution that is yours. I believe in the right to self-determination and that all people should have the capability to obtain what they want for their life through the power of therapy. I have worked with veterans of foreign wars, mature adults, teenagers and all kinds of people in between. I find the ability to explore life, understand ourselves and our situation better creates lasting happiness.
They may be struggling to cope with chronic illness, major life events, and/or emotional challenges.
I offer neuropsychological assessment services for individuals with known or suspected neurobehavioral changes via comprehensive testing of attention, language, memory, spatial/motor skills, executive functioning and mood. Please note that I do not provide psychotherapy, counseling, or medication-based treatment. Neuropsychological assessment involves testing of cognitive skills (i.e., attention, memory, etc) and mood/personality. Testing sessions are 4 hours in length. Results are included in a report that is reviewed with the patient and sent to their referring provider within approximately 2-4 weeks.
They may be struggling to cope with chronic illness, major life events, and/or emotional challenges.
I offer neuropsychological assessment services for individuals with known or suspected neurobehavioral changes via comprehensive testing of attention, language, memory, spatial/motor skills, executive functioning and mood. Please note that I do not provide psychotherapy, counseling, or medication-based treatment. Neuropsychological assessment involves testing of cognitive skills (i.e., attention, memory, etc) and mood/personality. Testing sessions are 4 hours in length. Results are included in a report that is reviewed with the patient and sent to their referring provider within approximately 2-4 weeks.
Becky Freeman-Murray
Counselor, MA, LCPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Northbrook, IL 60062
Waitlist for new clients
Here to help in this difficult time,offering sessions in person, by phone or video. I'm a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of clinical experience. I'm warm, compassionate and confident through my professional experience and personal journey studying health and wellness. I am child life specialist with extensive experience with autism (ASD) and play therapy.. I'm a personal survivor of Lyme disease, and am Lyme-literate and able to understand chronic illness. As part of my tenure, I have spent years supporting adults, families, couples, and parents to thrive in their life. I'd love to meet you and support you in your journey!
Here to help in this difficult time,offering sessions in person, by phone or video. I'm a seasoned therapist with 25+ years of clinical experience. I'm warm, compassionate and confident through my professional experience and personal journey studying health and wellness. I am child life specialist with extensive experience with autism (ASD) and play therapy.. I'm a personal survivor of Lyme disease, and am Lyme-literate and able to understand chronic illness. As part of my tenure, I have spent years supporting adults, families, couples, and parents to thrive in their life. I'd love to meet you and support you in your journey!
I believe the relationship you develop with yourself is the foundation for the relationships you create in the world around you. A strong foundation requires that you remain openminded and are prepared to challenge your assumptions. Since beginning my therapy practice I have had the opportunity to work with clients contending with a wide variety of issues to include but not limited to: trauma and post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, resource insecurity, gender and sexuality validation, chronic pain, and loss.
I believe the relationship you develop with yourself is the foundation for the relationships you create in the world around you. A strong foundation requires that you remain openminded and are prepared to challenge your assumptions. Since beginning my therapy practice I have had the opportunity to work with clients contending with a wide variety of issues to include but not limited to: trauma and post traumatic stress disorder, depression, anxiety, resource insecurity, gender and sexuality validation, chronic pain, and loss.
Are you dealing with overwhelming anxiety or panic, paralyzing perfectionism or procrastination, intense sadness or anger, unhealthy habits, illness or somatic symptoms, recurring relationship problems, or identity concerns? I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples on a path toward better self-understanding, emotional attunement, empathy, responsibility, and agency. Our goal would be to uncover shaping life experiences, identify patterns, and work on enhanced flexibility and intentionality in choices and actions. In my therapeutic approach I rely on relational, traditional, and bodymind psychodynamic perspectives.
Are you dealing with overwhelming anxiety or panic, paralyzing perfectionism or procrastination, intense sadness or anger, unhealthy habits, illness or somatic symptoms, recurring relationship problems, or identity concerns? I am dedicated to helping individuals and couples on a path toward better self-understanding, emotional attunement, empathy, responsibility, and agency. Our goal would be to uncover shaping life experiences, identify patterns, and work on enhanced flexibility and intentionality in choices and actions. In my therapeutic approach I rely on relational, traditional, and bodymind psychodynamic perspectives.
Sara C Haase
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Wheaton, IL 60187
Working with you as you begin your healing journey of building self-compassion and overcoming the pain that holds you back would be a great pleasure.
Everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and understood. The relationship I foster with my clients is most important when working together. I am a trauma, attachment, and addiction therapist passionate about helping individuals create a healthier sense of self and understanding. I work with emerging adults and adults who would like to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, resolve past trauma and attachment injuries, develop strategies to reduce substance misuse and abuse, manage executive function deficits from ADHD, and decrease codependent patterns and behaviors.
Working with you as you begin your healing journey of building self-compassion and overcoming the pain that holds you back would be a great pleasure.
Everyone deserves a space where they feel seen, heard, and understood. The relationship I foster with my clients is most important when working together. I am a trauma, attachment, and addiction therapist passionate about helping individuals create a healthier sense of self and understanding. I work with emerging adults and adults who would like to alleviate symptoms of anxiety and depression, resolve past trauma and attachment injuries, develop strategies to reduce substance misuse and abuse, manage executive function deficits from ADHD, and decrease codependent patterns and behaviors.
Ashley Kallas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Oakbrook Terrace, IL 60181
Life’s journey will surprise us with twists, unexpected paths and roadblocks. As your therapist, my goal is to create a warm, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you will feel empowered to navigate through the life challenges that are bringing you down. You are the expert on you! I’ll meet you where your needs are. Then my job is to support you and implement the tools that will best help you find relief from your pain. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with a life transition, grieving a loss, or looking to make positive changes in your life; I’m here to help you heal and grow.
Life’s journey will surprise us with twists, unexpected paths and roadblocks. As your therapist, my goal is to create a warm, supportive and non-judgmental environment where you will feel empowered to navigate through the life challenges that are bringing you down. You are the expert on you! I’ll meet you where your needs are. Then my job is to support you and implement the tools that will best help you find relief from your pain. Whether you are feeling anxious, depressed, struggling with a life transition, grieving a loss, or looking to make positive changes in your life; I’m here to help you heal and grow.
Cherry Hill provides a safe environment to restore relationships, recover from emotional pain, discover a sense of purpose, overcome habits, and create the life you've been longing for.
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Cherry Hill provides a safe environment to restore relationships, recover from emotional pain, discover a sense of purpose, overcome habits, and create the life you've been longing for.
Cherry Hill Counseling is one of the longest-standing counseling practices in the Northwestern suburbs of Chicago. Cherry Hill has seven locations including: Lake Zurich, Vernon Hills, McHenry, Deer Park, Chicago, Grayslake, and Wheaton. Our counseling services include: individual therapy, family therapy, counseling for children and adolescents, marital and premarital therapy, group therapy, and psychological testing.
Some of the common issues I help my clients address include chronic pain, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma, and LGBTQ+ related issues.
It is my goal to provide you with a safe, therapeutic space to unload and explore your needs, worries, and fears whatever they may be. The path to healing is unique for each of us. We will work collaboratively towards meeting your goals and needs, and in doing so, make your life more comfortable and satisfying. It is my hope that each person who meets with me feels accepted, as I respect each individual's culture, gender, race, religion, and sexual identity.
Some of the common issues I help my clients address include chronic pain, borderline personality disorder, bipolar disorder, trauma, and LGBTQ+ related issues.
It is my goal to provide you with a safe, therapeutic space to unload and explore your needs, worries, and fears whatever they may be. The path to healing is unique for each of us. We will work collaboratively towards meeting your goals and needs, and in doing so, make your life more comfortable and satisfying. It is my hope that each person who meets with me feels accepted, as I respect each individual's culture, gender, race, religion, and sexual identity.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Trauma Focus Care, and Mindfulness are therapeutic approaches that I utilized to assist clients in relieving emotional distress, chronic pain, and behavior issues.
I earned a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University in 2005, and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Health Service Management from Keller Business School of Management in 2013. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults and families. I provide individual, family, marital, and group counseling to clients in the community outpatient clinics, hospitals, and in the home. I specialize in person centered care utilizing clients' strengths in overcoming barriers and emotional distress.
Cognitive Behavior Therapy, Acceptance Commitment Therapy, Trauma Focus Care, and Mindfulness are therapeutic approaches that I utilized to assist clients in relieving emotional distress, chronic pain, and behavior issues.
I earned a Master of Arts Degree in Clinical Psychology from Roosevelt University in 2005, and a Master of Business Administration with a concentration in Health Service Management from Keller Business School of Management in 2013. I am a License Clinical Professional Counselor with 18 years of experience working with children, adolescents, and adults and families. I provide individual, family, marital, and group counseling to clients in the community outpatient clinics, hospitals, and in the home. I specialize in person centered care utilizing clients' strengths in overcoming barriers and emotional distress.
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I have a particular expertise in anxiety, relationships, and illness such as cancer, fibromyalgia, traumatic brain injury, and post-concussion syndrome.
Central to my practice is the belief that all of us deserve respect no matter our histories, and have within ourselves the wisdom for peace and healing. Our individual journeys are at times celebratory and at other times heartbreaking. We may not always be able to choose the circumstances we face such as illness, or the end of a relationship. Instead, we can choose what we are going to do about our challenges. We can choose how to integrate this information into our overall life stories for greater joy, creativity, and balance.
I have a particular expertise in anxiety, relationships, and illness such as cancer, fibromyalgia, traumatic brain injury, and post-concussion syndrome.
Central to my practice is the belief that all of us deserve respect no matter our histories, and have within ourselves the wisdom for peace and healing. Our individual journeys are at times celebratory and at other times heartbreaking. We may not always be able to choose the circumstances we face such as illness, or the end of a relationship. Instead, we can choose what we are going to do about our challenges. We can choose how to integrate this information into our overall life stories for greater joy, creativity, and balance.
Illness & Health Specialists @ Oak Point Counselin
Counselor
Verified Verified
Buffalo Grove, IL 60089
And because its impossible to live a life and not be touched by illness at some point, we draw from personal experience as well.
We are more than our health. But we know that illness and disability impacts nearly every part of our lives. Whether it is a personal illness, chronic pain or you are a caregiver, you know that its impact can be felt in our relationships, work, finances, and our ability to enjoy our lives.
And because its impossible to live a life and not be touched by illness at some point, we draw from personal experience as well.
We are more than our health. But we know that illness and disability impacts nearly every part of our lives. Whether it is a personal illness, chronic pain or you are a caregiver, you know that its impact can be felt in our relationships, work, finances, and our ability to enjoy our lives.
Bridgeview Clinical Services, Ltd.
Licensed Professional Counselor, LCPC
Verified Verified
Naperville, IL 60563
I have been working as a therapist for fifteen years. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, managed treatment programs and provided supervision to other clinicians in the field. I have worked with individuals facing a variety of issues including substance dependency, depression, anxiety, chronic mental illness, family and marriage issues. My area of specialty includes working with women and men who suffer from depression, anxiety, PSTD as a result of a medical conditions such as cancer; children/ adolescents with depression and anxiety, emotional regulation and behavioral/conduct challenges, and ADHD.
I have been working as a therapist for fifteen years. I have experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings, managed treatment programs and provided supervision to other clinicians in the field. I have worked with individuals facing a variety of issues including substance dependency, depression, anxiety, chronic mental illness, family and marriage issues. My area of specialty includes working with women and men who suffer from depression, anxiety, PSTD as a result of a medical conditions such as cancer; children/ adolescents with depression and anxiety, emotional regulation and behavioral/conduct challenges, and ADHD.
Joseph B Dubowski
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Schaumburg, IL 60173
I empower people to let go of the pain, loneliness, and isolation of grief so they can live more in the present and be themselves again. I also help individuals and couples look beyond the problems that bring them to therapy, and identify the changes they can make to restore happiness and harmony to their lives. Utilizing the education, support, and exploration that take place in therapy, clients leave with greater confidence and hope, and with new tools to address the challenges they face. I also offer articles and videos on my Website to inform and educate: See www.joedubowski.com/
I empower people to let go of the pain, loneliness, and isolation of grief so they can live more in the present and be themselves again. I also help individuals and couples look beyond the problems that bring them to therapy, and identify the changes they can make to restore happiness and harmony to their lives. Utilizing the education, support, and exploration that take place in therapy, clients leave with greater confidence and hope, and with new tools to address the challenges they face. I also offer articles and videos on my Website to inform and educate: See www.joedubowski.com/
My most profound work and calling has been helping my clients navigate the mental health and well-being of chronic illness, trauma, stress, and infertility.
I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy that utilizes both holistic and evidence-based practices to help my clients have all the tools they need to make meaningful and inspiring life choices for themselves. I am certified with 200 hours of specialized training in Mindfulness and Yoga techniques and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. I provide a safe, comfortable space to build client and therapist relationships so that client challenges can be addressed in an environment of trust and security. I help my clients find effective ways of coping with difficult life circumstances.
My most profound work and calling has been helping my clients navigate the mental health and well-being of chronic illness, trauma, stress, and infertility.
I offer a compassionate and client-centered approach to therapy that utilizes both holistic and evidence-based practices to help my clients have all the tools they need to make meaningful and inspiring life choices for themselves. I am certified with 200 hours of specialized training in Mindfulness and Yoga techniques and trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing therapy. I provide a safe, comfortable space to build client and therapist relationships so that client challenges can be addressed in an environment of trust and security. I help my clients find effective ways of coping with difficult life circumstances.
I provide cognitive behavioral psychotherapy for education, support and management of symptoms of all mental disorders including depression, anxiety and Bipolar Disorder. I teach specific stress management, time management and other coping skills. I administer comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological testing batteries, including cognitive, memory, ADHD and projective testing. My areas of expertise include women's issues, geriatrics, veteran's issues and issues related to managing chronic medical illnesses and pain. My focus is on addressing each client's personal needs and problems.
I provide cognitive behavioral psychotherapy for education, support and management of symptoms of all mental disorders including depression, anxiety and Bipolar Disorder. I teach specific stress management, time management and other coping skills. I administer comprehensive neuropsychological and psychological testing batteries, including cognitive, memory, ADHD and projective testing. My areas of expertise include women's issues, geriatrics, veteran's issues and issues related to managing chronic medical illnesses and pain. My focus is on addressing each client's personal needs and problems.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist & work with adults and children managing illness and pain, traumatic loss and grief, and difficult anxiety I provide psychotherapy that integrates self-directed stress management skills, including hypnosis, mindfulness, guided imagery, and regulated breathing exercises.
You want to be well, content, and feel better. But, managing chronic health conditions, feeling overwhelmed by high levels of stress and anxiety, and facing unexpected and sudden loss/grief can be enormous tasks, especially during our challenging times. Across the lifespan, we face emotional, relational, and physical difficulties that are often best navigated when we are heard, supported, and able to cultivate the natural curiosity that invites us to change.
I am a licensed clinical psychologist & work with adults and children managing illness and pain, traumatic loss and grief, and difficult anxiety I provide psychotherapy that integrates self-directed stress management skills, including hypnosis, mindfulness, guided imagery, and regulated breathing exercises.
You want to be well, content, and feel better. But, managing chronic health conditions, feeling overwhelmed by high levels of stress and anxiety, and facing unexpected and sudden loss/grief can be enormous tasks, especially during our challenging times. Across the lifespan, we face emotional, relational, and physical difficulties that are often best navigated when we are heard, supported, and able to cultivate the natural curiosity that invites us to change.
Meagan Spasari
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fox Lake, IL 60020
I work with clients who feel they are out of options, feel lost, burnt out, and feel their symptoms have taken over their lives. With all of my clients, I work to instill the skills not only needed to overcome the issue they are seeking counseling for, but also how to use these skills with future problems. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual client and their needs but is always goal oriented. I have a special interest/experience in self-injury, depression, anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum issues, parenting and chronic pain/migraines with adolescents and adults.
I work with clients who feel they are out of options, feel lost, burnt out, and feel their symptoms have taken over their lives. With all of my clients, I work to instill the skills not only needed to overcome the issue they are seeking counseling for, but also how to use these skills with future problems. My therapeutic approach is tailored to each individual client and their needs but is always goal oriented. I have a special interest/experience in self-injury, depression, anxiety, pregnancy/postpartum issues, parenting and chronic pain/migraines with adolescents and adults.
I work best with people who are in emotional pain and are willing to be partners in the process of healing; people who are seeking comfort, but also desire to learn and grow emotionally.
I work best with people who are in emotional pain and are willing to be partners in the process of healing; people who are seeking comfort, but also desire to learn and grow emotionally.
