Chronic Pain Therapists in Saint Matthews, KY

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Creative Counseling Solutions PLLC - Linda Rose
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC, MEd, ATR
Verified Verified
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
I'm accepting Clients! and offering ZOOM, phone and office sessions. FIRST SESSION DISCOUNT! Feeling Stuck? Need Solutions? Everyone does sometimes. When you're stuck, try something different! I treat Individuals, couples, families - I am genuine, down to earth, empathetic and take a gentle approach, I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, job stresses, toxic relationships and divorce recovery. Are you a highly sensitive person? Does life overwhelm you? I understand and I can help. If spirituality is a comfort, I am a Christian and comfortable including all faiths into our conversations.
I'm accepting Clients! and offering ZOOM, phone and office sessions. FIRST SESSION DISCOUNT! Feeling Stuck? Need Solutions? Everyone does sometimes. When you're stuck, try something different! I treat Individuals, couples, families - I am genuine, down to earth, empathetic and take a gentle approach, I treat depression, anxiety, trauma, abuse, grief/loss, job stresses, toxic relationships and divorce recovery. Are you a highly sensitive person? Does life overwhelm you? I understand and I can help. If spirituality is a comfort, I am a Christian and comfortable including all faiths into our conversations.
(502) 804-2100 View (502) 804-2100
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EmaLee Copeland
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
I like to help clients with a variety of issues, including adjusting to significant life stressors, relationship conflicts, work difficulties, time management, recent losses, and setting effective boundaries to improve daily functioning. I also love to help clients who are experiencing issues with gender dysphoria, confusion with sexuality, gender identity, and connecting them with groups in the community.
I like to help clients with a variety of issues, including adjusting to significant life stressors, relationship conflicts, work difficulties, time management, recent losses, and setting effective boundaries to improve daily functioning. I also love to help clients who are experiencing issues with gender dysphoria, confusion with sexuality, gender identity, and connecting them with groups in the community.
(502) 466-7981 View (502) 466-7981
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Ashley Vaden
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
Accepting new clients! If you feel that past therapy has been “directionless,” I am the provider for you. My approach is rooted in compassion, and heavily skills-based. You’ll leave our sessions with tools, choices, and an increased understanding of yourself, your relationship, or your teen, My experience with attachment-based modalities, Internal Family Systems techniques, and complex PTSD, has helped me to incorporate somatic practices into my therapy session, as well as techniques to reprogram deep subconscious wiring that keeps us stuck in harmful patterns and ruts. I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety.
Accepting new clients! If you feel that past therapy has been “directionless,” I am the provider for you. My approach is rooted in compassion, and heavily skills-based. You’ll leave our sessions with tools, choices, and an increased understanding of yourself, your relationship, or your teen, My experience with attachment-based modalities, Internal Family Systems techniques, and complex PTSD, has helped me to incorporate somatic practices into my therapy session, as well as techniques to reprogram deep subconscious wiring that keeps us stuck in harmful patterns and ruts. I specialize in working with those struggling with anxiety.
(502) 791-5108 View (502) 791-5108
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Melanie A Albin
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
The essence of my work is to facilitate self-growth that benefits you and your relationship with others. I specialize in couples and family therapy with children of all ages. I provide tools to guide you and your spouse to communicate and resolve issues including infidelity or grief. I work with couples who want to prevent a breakup or improve their relationship. I provide family therapy for children and teens who are anxious, hyperactive or underperforming in school or who are difficult to manage in school or at home. I also specialize with individuals who have anxiety, panic attacks or depression. ​
The essence of my work is to facilitate self-growth that benefits you and your relationship with others. I specialize in couples and family therapy with children of all ages. I provide tools to guide you and your spouse to communicate and resolve issues including infidelity or grief. I work with couples who want to prevent a breakup or improve their relationship. I provide family therapy for children and teens who are anxious, hyperactive or underperforming in school or who are difficult to manage in school or at home. I also specialize with individuals who have anxiety, panic attacks or depression. ​
(502) 797-2424 View (502) 797-2424
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Carrie Heuser
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Matthews, KY 40207
Not accepting new clients
For as long as I can remember I have loved to listen, help and encourage others. As a therapist I am honored to be asked to share a part of your journey, to help you seek, grow and/or learn more about yourself, to confront what may be holding you back, and to discover strategies on how to pursue your dreams and reach your goals. I am here to listen and share in your journey of healing while providing you with an empathetic, compassionate and safe environment.
For as long as I can remember I have loved to listen, help and encourage others. As a therapist I am honored to be asked to share a part of your journey, to help you seek, grow and/or learn more about yourself, to confront what may be holding you back, and to discover strategies on how to pursue your dreams and reach your goals. I am here to listen and share in your journey of healing while providing you with an empathetic, compassionate and safe environment.
(502) 822-5951 View (502) 822-5951

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Tiffany Mitchell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40205
Are you looking for a way to heal emotional pain? If so, I would love to help you on your journey.
Are you looking for a way to heal emotional pain? If so, I would love to help you on your journey.
(502) 237-0460 View (502) 237-0460
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Sonny Hatfield
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40205
Change can be frightening and growth that results from changes in our life or sadly a crisis can be challenging or debilitating. Relationships at home and work maybe urging you to make changes. Perhaps you’ve found that everything has changed, moved on or away and that has caused a crisis, pain or an imbalance in your life. What you’ve used to cope with in the past to manage sorrow, dispair, stress, anxiety, grief or the unfinished business in your life your work and relationships may not be working for you any longer. Life is urging you to do things differently and make those changes that this process can help and heal.
Change can be frightening and growth that results from changes in our life or sadly a crisis can be challenging or debilitating. Relationships at home and work maybe urging you to make changes. Perhaps you’ve found that everything has changed, moved on or away and that has caused a crisis, pain or an imbalance in your life. What you’ve used to cope with in the past to manage sorrow, dispair, stress, anxiety, grief or the unfinished business in your life your work and relationships may not be working for you any longer. Life is urging you to do things differently and make those changes that this process can help and heal.
(502) 325-3664 View (502) 325-3664
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Kelcie Davis
Art Therapist, LPAT, ATR-BC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207  (Online Only)
We each come from different backgrounds, with different stories and personalities. The best part of being you is being able to lean into those aspects that make you different. Life throws us obstacles like depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain & illness, substance use disorders & addiction, grief & loss in order to create us. Using meaning-making, life transitions, and self discovery, you can develop a sense of self-love and empowerment through approaching yourself from the past, present and future. Focus on yourself & and develop a sense of self-love and empowerment.
We each come from different backgrounds, with different stories and personalities. The best part of being you is being able to lean into those aspects that make you different. Life throws us obstacles like depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, chronic pain & illness, substance use disorders & addiction, grief & loss in order to create us. Using meaning-making, life transitions, and self discovery, you can develop a sense of self-love and empowerment through approaching yourself from the past, present and future. Focus on yourself & and develop a sense of self-love and empowerment.
(270) 813-3263 View (270) 813-3263
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Sleep Health Center
Psychologist, PsyD, CBSM, ABPP, DBSM
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Dr. Wetzler is the only certified behavioral sleep specialist in the state of Kentucky. He is a nationally recognized expert in cognitive-behavior therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). CBT-I is recommended as the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia by the National Institutes of Health, American College of Physicians, and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. At Sleep Health Center we specialize in non-drug treatment of insomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, hypersomnia, and parasomnia.
Dr. Wetzler is the only certified behavioral sleep specialist in the state of Kentucky. He is a nationally recognized expert in cognitive-behavior therapy for insomnia (CBT-I). CBT-I is recommended as the first-line treatment for chronic insomnia by the National Institutes of Health, American College of Physicians, and the American Academy of Sleep Medicine. At Sleep Health Center we specialize in non-drug treatment of insomnia, circadian rhythm sleep disorders, hypersomnia, and parasomnia.
(502) 316-6398 View (502) 316-6398
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Dr. Kate LaJoie
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
No matter what has brought you to therapy, your experience is valid. I believe that even the most unlikeable, confusing, extreme parts of you have a wisdom to be understood, a protectiveness to be thanked, and a vulnerability to be seen and heard. In my practice, I will seek to meet you exactly where you are, and together we can tend to the unique challenges in your life. My ultimate goal is for clients to uncover their essential self—to rediscover their own innate wisdom and strength that can face whatever life brings. We will work together to create a life where you feel more aware and in charge of your journey.
(502) 236-9156 View (502) 236-9156
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Zach Dietrich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Dr. Dietrich is a clinical psychologist who received his bachelor's degree from Indiana University, his master's degree from Cleveland State University and his doctoral degree from Georgia Southern University. He specializes in a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological assessments, specifically the assessment of neurodegenerative diseases and treatment relating to caregiver stress. His other clinical interests include working with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and neurodevelopment disorders in adolescents and adults.
Dr. Dietrich is a clinical psychologist who received his bachelor's degree from Indiana University, his master's degree from Cleveland State University and his doctoral degree from Georgia Southern University. He specializes in a wide variety of psychological and neuropsychological assessments, specifically the assessment of neurodegenerative diseases and treatment relating to caregiver stress. His other clinical interests include working with post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), anxiety, obsessive-compulsive disorder (OCD) and neurodevelopment disorders in adolescents and adults.
(502) 427-6504 View (502) 427-6504
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Leigha Miller
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd, LPCA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40222
Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, life and relational stressors, or healing from trauma, finding a non judgemental space to process can help you feel heard, understood and encouraged as you continue on your Life’s Journey. Working from a collaborative approach, I respect your values, and life’s experience, and can partner with you to identify your personal goals and assist you in making meaningful change to live in alignment with those values.
Whether you are facing anxiety, depression, life and relational stressors, or healing from trauma, finding a non judgemental space to process can help you feel heard, understood and encouraged as you continue on your Life’s Journey. Working from a collaborative approach, I respect your values, and life’s experience, and can partner with you to identify your personal goals and assist you in making meaningful change to live in alignment with those values.
(502) 335-4125 View (502) 335-4125
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Eric Russ
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206
I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Psychologist focusing on the treatment of people recovering from both adult and childhood trauma, people who struggle with managing their emotions, and people experiencing problems in their romantic and nonromantic relationships. I have particular expertise working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder. I am currently available for individual psychotherapy, couple therapy, diagnostic assessments, and consultations with other mental health professionals.
I am an experienced Licensed Clinical Psychologist focusing on the treatment of people recovering from both adult and childhood trauma, people who struggle with managing their emotions, and people experiencing problems in their romantic and nonromantic relationships. I have particular expertise working with people experiencing depression, anxiety, PTSD, Borderline Personality Disorder, and Narcissistic Personality Disorder. I am currently available for individual psychotherapy, couple therapy, diagnostic assessments, and consultations with other mental health professionals.
(502) 251-8777 View (502) 251-8777
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Frances Lee Mican
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
Do you have trouble understanding what you’re feeling, or why you’re feeling it? Maybe you find yourself asking “does that make sense?”, unsure whether your thoughts are coming across how you want them to. Or you tend to be really hard on yourself, with a running narrative of “I’m the worst!”. Perhaps you’re scared to get things wrong, and feel unable to trust yourself to know what you want, let alone how to get there. This might come from being told how you think doesn't make sense, past mistakes, or being told to deny your own perceptions. You want to feel more at ease, confident, and relaxed. If this describes you, I can help!
Do you have trouble understanding what you’re feeling, or why you’re feeling it? Maybe you find yourself asking “does that make sense?”, unsure whether your thoughts are coming across how you want them to. Or you tend to be really hard on yourself, with a running narrative of “I’m the worst!”. Perhaps you’re scared to get things wrong, and feel unable to trust yourself to know what you want, let alone how to get there. This might come from being told how you think doesn't make sense, past mistakes, or being told to deny your own perceptions. You want to feel more at ease, confident, and relaxed. If this describes you, I can help!
(763) 878-6821 View (763) 878-6821
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Dr. Sharae Mansfield
PhD, MAIOP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Louisville, KY 40206
I am the Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Pivot Psychology Consulting, Inc. I work with individuals and groups that are navigating life after needing to Pivot or change their normal. I help teach them how to cope with any form of change, the transition through it and how to adapt to it, like I have personally. I am a former WNBA and overseas professional basketball player. I have Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). I had to Pivot and find a new identity! Let me help you Pivot successfully and find your new identity as well! Blessings and I look forward to meeting you!
I am the Founder and Executive Director of the nonprofit Pivot Psychology Consulting, Inc. I work with individuals and groups that are navigating life after needing to Pivot or change their normal. I help teach them how to cope with any form of change, the transition through it and how to adapt to it, like I have personally. I am a former WNBA and overseas professional basketball player. I have Multiple Sclerosis (MS) and Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). I had to Pivot and find a new identity! Let me help you Pivot successfully and find your new identity as well! Blessings and I look forward to meeting you!
(502) 461-1730 View (502) 461-1730
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Holly Sumner
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSW, LCSW, LCADC
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40222
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious? Has an addiction or the addiction of a loved one stolen years of your life? Are you angry, scared, feeling alone? Reaching out for help is the first step towards a whole new life. Life can be amazing, we just have to find our path to the life we want. Today can be the start of a whole new life. The life you have always wanted and now is the time to take the steps to creating this amazing life. Together we will make a plan for change. You have the power to make a life you love and I am here to help you find the power within.
Do you feel overwhelmed, stressed, anxious? Has an addiction or the addiction of a loved one stolen years of your life? Are you angry, scared, feeling alone? Reaching out for help is the first step towards a whole new life. Life can be amazing, we just have to find our path to the life we want. Today can be the start of a whole new life. The life you have always wanted and now is the time to take the steps to creating this amazing life. Together we will make a plan for change. You have the power to make a life you love and I am here to help you find the power within.
(502) 206-0274 View (502) 206-0274
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Stacey Zimmerman
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207  (Online Only)
It's nice to meet you. My name is Stacey Zimmerman and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in KY, UT, and ME (soon to be AZ, CT, FL). My practice style is simple yet effective. I take pride in my values and morals to remain grounded in the golden rule: To treat others how you would like to be treated. I listen to listen; not listen to speak. Time and attention are always given. Humility is my centerpiece. Goal setting must be a bidirectional process which means communication is had between the client and myself. I like to say I am merely the bus driver in session which only maximizes the client's autonomy.
It's nice to meet you. My name is Stacey Zimmerman and I'm a licensed clinical social worker in KY, UT, and ME (soon to be AZ, CT, FL). My practice style is simple yet effective. I take pride in my values and morals to remain grounded in the golden rule: To treat others how you would like to be treated. I listen to listen; not listen to speak. Time and attention are always given. Humility is my centerpiece. Goal setting must be a bidirectional process which means communication is had between the client and myself. I like to say I am merely the bus driver in session which only maximizes the client's autonomy.
(323) 643-8569 View (323) 643-8569
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Robin Goben
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40207
Accepting new PRIVATE pay clients and couples. You’ve done all of the things. There’s still more you’re wanting. The “usual” hasn’t helped and you’re wanting something to give, to shift, to change. You are ready and that’s what brings you here. It's time to get creative and experience something different. I am eager to help you find that. Clients often report learning useful tools or new perspectives when working with me while other clients say that their issues suddenly improved with our talking and they can’t articulate just how. It is an honor to collaborate with bright individuals and create a more meaningful existence.
Accepting new PRIVATE pay clients and couples. You’ve done all of the things. There’s still more you’re wanting. The “usual” hasn’t helped and you’re wanting something to give, to shift, to change. You are ready and that’s what brings you here. It's time to get creative and experience something different. I am eager to help you find that. Clients often report learning useful tools or new perspectives when working with me while other clients say that their issues suddenly improved with our talking and they can’t articulate just how. It is an honor to collaborate with bright individuals and create a more meaningful existence.
(812) 737-3146 View (812) 737-3146
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Nate Mitchell
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lyndon, KY 40222
Is anxiety part of your life? Do you or your child struggle with uncertainty? Do you find yourself feeling like you have to do something over and over again to deal with stress and worry? Does your child miss school or complain of sickness often? Perhaps Dr. Nate Mitchell can help.
Is anxiety part of your life? Do you or your child struggle with uncertainty? Do you find yourself feeling like you have to do something over and over again to deal with stress and worry? Does your child miss school or complain of sickness often? Perhaps Dr. Nate Mitchell can help.
(502) 472-7629 View (502) 472-7629
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Jaime Seelmeyer - Somatic & Energy Therapy
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MEd, LPCC, Reiki, Yoga
Verified Verified
Louisville, KY 40206  (Online Only)
I support clients who identify as sensitive, empathic, intuitive or creative. With a decade of experience providing trauma-focused support, I weave together talk therapy with somatic (body-focused) techniques, energy psychology, therapeutic meditation and energy therapies including reiki and shamanism. My approach supports the holistic self by meeting body, mind, emotion, energy and soul. We all experience disharmony, ebbs and flows in life, times of thriving and times of struggle. Times of struggle can often manifest as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, unresolved grief or feeling disconnected from the true self.
I support clients who identify as sensitive, empathic, intuitive or creative. With a decade of experience providing trauma-focused support, I weave together talk therapy with somatic (body-focused) techniques, energy psychology, therapeutic meditation and energy therapies including reiki and shamanism. My approach supports the holistic self by meeting body, mind, emotion, energy and soul. We all experience disharmony, ebbs and flows in life, times of thriving and times of struggle. Times of struggle can often manifest as anxiety, depression, post-traumatic stress, unresolved grief or feeling disconnected from the true self.
(502) 771-8844 View (502) 771-8844

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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.