Chronic Pain Therapists in Melrose, MA
I pursued clinical training in a variety of hospital, community and private practice settings, including McLean Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, Tufts Pain Center, Umass Lowell and Providence College.
*Accepting New Clients- The best way to reach me is through email to schedule a phone consult* I am committed to working collaboratively with you to create a safe space so that you can embrace your vulnerabilities, foster strengths and increase resilience. I specialize in a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, self-development, relationship difficulties, divorce and unresolved caregiver relationships. Rather than solely focusing on a diagnosis, I believe that it is important to recognize the whole person, which includes all areas of your well-being.
I pursued clinical training in a variety of hospital, community and private practice settings, including McLean Hospital, Massachusetts General Hospital, Tufts Pain Center, Umass Lowell and Providence College.
*Accepting New Clients- The best way to reach me is through email to schedule a phone consult* I am committed to working collaboratively with you to create a safe space so that you can embrace your vulnerabilities, foster strengths and increase resilience. I specialize in a variety of mental health concerns including but not limited to anxiety, depression, OCD, self-development, relationship difficulties, divorce and unresolved caregiver relationships. Rather than solely focusing on a diagnosis, I believe that it is important to recognize the whole person, which includes all areas of your well-being.
Betty Jo Bolin LICSW Revive Therapeutic Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MAPA
Verified Verified
Melrose, MA 02176 (Online Only)
I invite couples, adolescents and adults to identify strengths, acknowledge challenges and develop strategies to solve a range of problems. We can explore ways to save and enhance your relationship. In the first session, I teach tools that you can use immediately to enhance your partnership, open the lines of communication and reconnect as a couple. If you are an overwhelmed parent, I can help you reach out to your teen by employing techniques that can be used in the moment. My professional experience encompasses coping with anxiety, managing chronic illness, grieving losses and achieving balance for an enriched life.
I invite couples, adolescents and adults to identify strengths, acknowledge challenges and develop strategies to solve a range of problems. We can explore ways to save and enhance your relationship. In the first session, I teach tools that you can use immediately to enhance your partnership, open the lines of communication and reconnect as a couple. If you are an overwhelmed parent, I can help you reach out to your teen by employing techniques that can be used in the moment. My professional experience encompasses coping with anxiety, managing chronic illness, grieving losses and achieving balance for an enriched life.
Kevin S. Reddall, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176 (Online Only)
I have been working as a psychotherapist for 16 years. I primarily saw individual clients in outpatient clinics until 2012, but I also developed an interest in working with couples since starting my private practice 13 years ago. Individual therapy still accounts for the majority of my client caseload, as I specialize in alleviating depression, anxiety, mood regulation, substance/alcohol use, and communication difficulties. I primarily use the treatment modalities of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy, but establishing a therapeutic alliance is most important to start.
I have been working as a psychotherapist for 16 years. I primarily saw individual clients in outpatient clinics until 2012, but I also developed an interest in working with couples since starting my private practice 13 years ago. Individual therapy still accounts for the majority of my client caseload, as I specialize in alleviating depression, anxiety, mood regulation, substance/alcohol use, and communication difficulties. I primarily use the treatment modalities of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness, motivational interviewing, and narrative therapy, but establishing a therapeutic alliance is most important to start.
I bring a rich history of life experiences. Life is like a 3-legged stool. Finding balance today in life can be a struggle but not impossible. I believe looking at the person as a whole by exploring the connections between the biological (your physical self), the psychological (your thought process), and the sociological (your interactions with others). Together these processes bring balance.
I bring a rich history of life experiences. Life is like a 3-legged stool. Finding balance today in life can be a struggle but not impossible. I believe looking at the person as a whole by exploring the connections between the biological (your physical self), the psychological (your thought process), and the sociological (your interactions with others). Together these processes bring balance.
I currently have availability. Feel free to reach out! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live.
I currently have availability. Feel free to reach out! I work primarily with teens and adults who want to work through anxiety, depression, and trauma, or improve their ability to manage the stress of life. I strive to help individuals visualize and create a life that brings them fulfillment and joy. As a Mental Health Therapist, my goal is to support you in your journey by offering you a space to talk through worries or behaviors that are impeding your ability to live the life you wish to live.
Jessica Slavin Connelly
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176 (Online Only)
It takes courage and awareness to reach out for support, and I am glad you are here. I strive for our work together to feel immediately comforting, meaningful, real, and effective in getting to the heart of your core concerns. I work from a trauma-informed, context informed, integrative framework in a warm and interactive environment, drawing from holistic, cognitive, and psychodynamic perspectives and I am a DBT and EMDR certified practitioner. Our relationship matters the most in terms of building trust to achieve goals. On that note, I am a Jewish Therapist. If this is of concern for you, I suggest seeing alternative referrals.
It takes courage and awareness to reach out for support, and I am glad you are here. I strive for our work together to feel immediately comforting, meaningful, real, and effective in getting to the heart of your core concerns. I work from a trauma-informed, context informed, integrative framework in a warm and interactive environment, drawing from holistic, cognitive, and psychodynamic perspectives and I am a DBT and EMDR certified practitioner. Our relationship matters the most in terms of building trust to achieve goals. On that note, I am a Jewish Therapist. If this is of concern for you, I suggest seeing alternative referrals.
I currently have openings for new clients. It is a privilege when clients allow me to walk beside them and assist when they are on their life's journey. I am an interactive therapist who utilizes a strengths based and compassion focused approach with clients.
I currently have openings for new clients. It is a privilege when clients allow me to walk beside them and assist when they are on their life's journey. I am an interactive therapist who utilizes a strengths based and compassion focused approach with clients.
* WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILTY FOR NEW CLIENTS (VIRTUAL & IN PERSON) IN OUR MELROSE & PITTSFIELD LOCATIONSI! *
* WE CURRENTLY HAVE AVAILABILTY FOR NEW CLIENTS (VIRTUAL & IN PERSON) IN OUR MELROSE & PITTSFIELD LOCATIONSI! *
Carol Ann Licitra
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Melrose, MA 02176
Not accepting new clients
I provide individual and couples counseling to adults, age18-65+. The individuals that I work with are often in the middle of a life change or wanting to find new ways to manage life's challenges. Couples that I work with are often looking to improve communication in their relationship. Some are embarking on new chapters; others are in the midst of conflict. I have experience and a special interest in life events and changes, sexual orientation, gender identity/transition, grief and loss, and chronic or life-threatening illness.
I provide individual and couples counseling to adults, age18-65+. The individuals that I work with are often in the middle of a life change or wanting to find new ways to manage life's challenges. Couples that I work with are often looking to improve communication in their relationship. Some are embarking on new chapters; others are in the midst of conflict. I have experience and a special interest in life events and changes, sexual orientation, gender identity/transition, grief and loss, and chronic or life-threatening illness.
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Emilea Gartrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Malden, MA 02148 (Online Only)
(-Not taking new clients at this time-) As a person centered, compassionate therapist who recognizes the many complexities of grief and chronic illness - my goal is to meet you where you are and for you to feel seen, supported, comforted, hopeful, and strengthened as we work together to cope, process, and heal.
(-Not taking new clients at this time-) As a person centered, compassionate therapist who recognizes the many complexities of grief and chronic illness - my goal is to meet you where you are and for you to feel seen, supported, comforted, hopeful, and strengthened as we work together to cope, process, and heal.
In 25 years as a licensed mental health clinician I have worked with people who struggle with a variety of mental health concerns: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, chronic pain, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions. If you are struggling with one of these challenges you surely want to find relief. I want to help you move beyond your distress. I use a variety of strategies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused, mindfulness approaches to building skills and resolving concerns with the goal of moving to a place that meets your needs.
In 25 years as a licensed mental health clinician I have worked with people who struggle with a variety of mental health concerns: depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, stress, low self-esteem, OCD, chronic pain, trauma, grief/loss, and life transitions. If you are struggling with one of these challenges you surely want to find relief. I want to help you move beyond your distress. I use a variety of strategies, such as cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), solution-focused, mindfulness approaches to building skills and resolving concerns with the goal of moving to a place that meets your needs.
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Malden, MA 02148 (Online Only)
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Dealing with chronic illness or situational crisis sometimes leaves us feeling isolated and unsure of where to start.
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
Dealing with chronic illness or situational crisis sometimes leaves us feeling isolated and unsure of where to start.
My ideal patient comes with an open mind to participate in talk therapy and narrative therapy. Ready to start a process - not necessarily eager to engage but wanting to make a change. They are sick and tired of being sick and tired.
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Malden, MA 02148 (Online Only)
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Our broad goal––of course––is “the end of unnecessary suffering.” Sound about right? While we all strive for this, I specialize in helping folks with a very-unique kind of suffering: OCD. I can tell you that few people understand the pain and complexity of OCD—(even most therapists). I will listen intently to your unique story. Just know that I can introduce you to an arsenal of tools that can help: mindfulness, ERP (exposure and response prevention) and on and on. Yes, thoughts can be “sticky.” But––with hard work––if (or when) those thoughts come back around…they can be as quiet & as harmless as a yellow post-it.
Hello, my name is Jennifer Scott, and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker. I like to approach work with individuals in a holistic manner. I understand that you’re coming to see me because you need help sorting through some things and I respect that you know yourself best and I like to collaborate with you. I want people to be comfortable with me from the first moment that we start to chat. So, I’m going to ask you about yourself and I’ll share a little bit about me so that you can feel confident and comfortable in a mutual relationship.
Hello, my name is Jennifer Scott, and I am a licensed independent clinical social worker. I like to approach work with individuals in a holistic manner. I understand that you’re coming to see me because you need help sorting through some things and I respect that you know yourself best and I like to collaborate with you. I want people to be comfortable with me from the first moment that we start to chat. So, I’m going to ask you about yourself and I’ll share a little bit about me so that you can feel confident and comfortable in a mutual relationship.
Kathy Davis-Gillette, PhD, New Inspiration LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Malden, MA 02148 (Online Only)
Joy. Self-Esteem. Confidence. Fulfillment. Do you ever feel as if something is missing in your Life––either as an individual or couple? If so, let’s join together and find the missing pieces. As a Team, we’ll take an objective look at your Life and your desires. Then we’ll put together a personal Action Plan that will show the way to a more complete and happier You! The possibilities are endless once you take the first step!
Joy. Self-Esteem. Confidence. Fulfillment. Do you ever feel as if something is missing in your Life––either as an individual or couple? If so, let’s join together and find the missing pieces. As a Team, we’ll take an objective look at your Life and your desires. Then we’ll put together a personal Action Plan that will show the way to a more complete and happier You! The possibilities are endless once you take the first step!
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to improve the quality of their thoughts and lives and is willing to put in the effort to make positive changes. They understand the importance of mental health and are open to exploring innovative techniques to improve their well-being. One of the key issues my ideal client might be facing is low self-esteem, addiction issues, difficulty setting boundaries, and navigating difficult life transitions. The goals of my ideal client are centered around self-discovery, personal growth, and living their best life.
My ideal client is someone who is motivated to improve the quality of their thoughts and lives and is willing to put in the effort to make positive changes. They understand the importance of mental health and are open to exploring innovative techniques to improve their well-being. One of the key issues my ideal client might be facing is low self-esteem, addiction issues, difficulty setting boundaries, and navigating difficult life transitions. The goals of my ideal client are centered around self-discovery, personal growth, and living their best life.
Do you believe normal is just a setting on the dishwasher? Then you’ve come to the right place for affirming collaborative therapy. I enjoy working with individuals/couples via telehealth and in their homes. I have over a decade of experience working with older adults, individuals living with disabilities/chronic illnesses, and the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience treating clients with caregiver stress, relationship challenges, grief and loss issues, trauma, & anxiety. I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and enjoy working with the poly/CNM and kink communities.
Do you believe normal is just a setting on the dishwasher? Then you’ve come to the right place for affirming collaborative therapy. I enjoy working with individuals/couples via telehealth and in their homes. I have over a decade of experience working with older adults, individuals living with disabilities/chronic illnesses, and the LGBTQ+ community. I have experience treating clients with caregiver stress, relationship challenges, grief and loss issues, trauma, & anxiety. I am an AASECT certified sex therapist and enjoy working with the poly/CNM and kink communities.
Vonetta Hubbard
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Malden, MA 02148 (Online Only)
My name is Vonetta Hubbard and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts, working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients with empowerment to feeling better. I have found that my style of therapy is good for teens, young adults, and older adults facing life challenges and societal pressures. I work to help my clients navigate these challenges and build skills that they can utilize to feel better and improve their overall outlook on life.
My name is Vonetta Hubbard and I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) based in Massachusetts, working with clients statewide via Telehealth. I work with adults and adolescents and specialize in depression, anxiety, stress, and trauma using Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to help my clients with empowerment to feeling better. I have found that my style of therapy is good for teens, young adults, and older adults facing life challenges and societal pressures. I work to help my clients navigate these challenges and build skills that they can utilize to feel better and improve their overall outlook on life.
Accepting new patients. Holistic Psychiatry for women and men. When clients first seek care, they are often experiencing anxiety, despair, depression, mood swings, and feel like their life is falling apart. Despite attempts to move forward, many clients feel stuck. Traditional methods have simply not worked. The clients who come to Pura Vida Psychiatry want more. They want to move their lives in a better direction and have the determination it takes to find a better way.
Accepting new patients. Holistic Psychiatry for women and men. When clients first seek care, they are often experiencing anxiety, despair, depression, mood swings, and feel like their life is falling apart. Despite attempts to move forward, many clients feel stuck. Traditional methods have simply not worked. The clients who come to Pura Vida Psychiatry want more. They want to move their lives in a better direction and have the determination it takes to find a better way.
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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.