Chronic Pain Therapists in New Bedford, MA
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonals, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740 (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.
Samantha Eckrich
Counselor, LMHC, RYT-200
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
New Bedford, MA 02740
Waitlist for new clients
Clients seek treatment with me for complex trauma, eating disorders, grief, chronic illness, and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care.
Liberation and freedom starts with ourselves, and I’m grateful your curiosity has led you here. As a therapist, I value open heartedness, curiosity, and compassion as the foundation for client-centered healing. In this work, I’ve found that clients often show up to therapy with high insight around their symptoms, but frustration because their knowledge hasn’t led to long-term changes. In a world where people feel they need to choose between intellectual knowing versus having and expressing their feelings, I offer a third choice where we obtain harmony between our head and the wisdom of our heart.
Clients seek treatment with me for complex trauma, eating disorders, grief, chronic illness, and LGBTQIA+ affirmative care.
Liberation and freedom starts with ourselves, and I’m grateful your curiosity has led you here. As a therapist, I value open heartedness, curiosity, and compassion as the foundation for client-centered healing. In this work, I’ve found that clients often show up to therapy with high insight around their symptoms, but frustration because their knowledge hasn’t led to long-term changes. In a world where people feel they need to choose between intellectual knowing versus having and expressing their feelings, I offer a third choice where we obtain harmony between our head and the wisdom of our heart.
Together, you will formulate a personalized Ketamine treatment plan that best fits you as an individual keeping in mind the often fragile and debilitating impact of Depression, PTSD and Chronic pain.
Treating patients with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, CRPS/CCPS, Chronic pain syndromes including Fibromyalgia, MS, Lyme and Lupus related pain and more. Private setting with comfortable individual rooms with lounge chairs, noise canceling head phones and eye shades and soothing soft music. Personalized plan and attention with full monitoring ability. Contact on main page is incorrect. Please call 508-848-8089
Together, you will formulate a personalized Ketamine treatment plan that best fits you as an individual keeping in mind the often fragile and debilitating impact of Depression, PTSD and Chronic pain.
Treating patients with Depression, Anxiety, OCD, PTSD, CRPS/CCPS, Chronic pain syndromes including Fibromyalgia, MS, Lyme and Lupus related pain and more. Private setting with comfortable individual rooms with lounge chairs, noise canceling head phones and eye shades and soothing soft music. Personalized plan and attention with full monitoring ability. Contact on main page is incorrect. Please call 508-848-8089
Regan Stout-Gomes, LMHC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
New Bedford, MA 02740 (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor who believes that we all have the ability to heal and grow with the right support, guidance, motivation, and determination. Clients engaging in therapy will be provided with a supportive environment while working on ways to empower themselves. I utilize a holistic approach partnered with evidenced based best practices. Various techniques will be taught based upon individual needs and strengths. I provide individual and group counseling and have experience working with a variety of issues such as: anger, trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar, life transitions, and developmental disabilities.
I am a licensed mental health counselor who believes that we all have the ability to heal and grow with the right support, guidance, motivation, and determination. Clients engaging in therapy will be provided with a supportive environment while working on ways to empower themselves. I utilize a holistic approach partnered with evidenced based best practices. Various techniques will be taught based upon individual needs and strengths. I provide individual and group counseling and have experience working with a variety of issues such as: anger, trauma, depression, anxiety, bipolar, life transitions, and developmental disabilities.
Individual and family treatment with adolescents, young adults/adults and elders coping with trauma, grief and loss, adult child of alcoholic issues, eating disorders and abuse/domestic violence. Assistance with the symptoms of depression, anxiety and mood disorders
Individual and family treatment with adolescents, young adults/adults and elders coping with trauma, grief and loss, adult child of alcoholic issues, eating disorders and abuse/domestic violence. Assistance with the symptoms of depression, anxiety and mood disorders
I enjoy working with clients who are ready to tackle any serious issues or challenges they are facing. I have experience helping people through various life transitions, coping with their own serious health conditions, functioning as caregivers for family members, facing the painful consequences of choices they regret, broken hearts, loss of faith in themselves, battered self-esteem. I will see you as the person you are, not as a diagnosis or a number.
I enjoy working with clients who are ready to tackle any serious issues or challenges they are facing. I have experience helping people through various life transitions, coping with their own serious health conditions, functioning as caregivers for family members, facing the painful consequences of choices they regret, broken hearts, loss of faith in themselves, battered self-esteem. I will see you as the person you are, not as a diagnosis or a number.
Community Bridges, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LMFT, LPaC, CHP
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740
It is never too late to become who you want to be, and its okay if that's not who you wanted to be yesterday. Never settle for anything.
It is never too late to become who you want to be, and its okay if that's not who you wanted to be yesterday. Never settle for anything.
Rochelle Sokoll
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Bedford, MA 02740
I am interested in working with people who are looking for ways in which to improve their lives, to learn how to become happier, healthier people leading meaningful lives.
I am interested in working with people who are looking for ways in which to improve their lives, to learn how to become happier, healthier people leading meaningful lives.
I am an experienced clinician who enjoys working with adolescents and adults with a variety of needs including anxiety, depression and trauma. My goal is to provide support to people experiencing personal and interpersonal conflicts.
I am an experienced clinician who enjoys working with adolescents and adults with a variety of needs including anxiety, depression and trauma. My goal is to provide support to people experiencing personal and interpersonal conflicts.
Dawn DePasquale
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740
Waitlist for new clients
As an eclectic therapist, I employ many tools when working with you. With adults, I primarily rely on cognitive behavioral techniques. This is an approach that aims to influence dysfunctional emotions, behaviors and thoughts through a goal-oriented, systematic procedure. It is proven to be quite effective with mood, anxiety, personality, eating, substance abuse, and psychotic disorders. With children, I rely on a variety of play therapy and behavioral therapy techniques. Your treatment will be influenced by your own needs and symptoms to help you meet to your goals. You deserve to love the life you live!
As an eclectic therapist, I employ many tools when working with you. With adults, I primarily rely on cognitive behavioral techniques. This is an approach that aims to influence dysfunctional emotions, behaviors and thoughts through a goal-oriented, systematic procedure. It is proven to be quite effective with mood, anxiety, personality, eating, substance abuse, and psychotic disorders. With children, I rely on a variety of play therapy and behavioral therapy techniques. Your treatment will be influenced by your own needs and symptoms to help you meet to your goals. You deserve to love the life you live!
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
You may be feeling overwhelmed by stress and anxiety - whether it’s from external demands or internal struggles. Maybe it's social anxiety, "a life transition," or healing from trauma. Or maybe it's something more general, like you want to feel more "in control" of your emotions…and your life. I can help. Together, we’ll uncover the roots of your challenges, empowering you to move forward - with skill and confidence. I use “treatments that work” (CBT, DBT, mindfulness, etc). But we’ll find what works for YOU. Lastly, I don’t just want you to just “feel better.” I want you to live your best life. I'm looking forward to meeting you!
I believe every one has a unique story to tell and hope to tailor each individual's treatment to their develop their strengths, while applying compassion toward as yet unresolved issues. I craft individual treatment using various modalities such as: CBT; DBT; MDBT; IFS; positive psychology; mind/body awareness; expressive therapies; and somatic experiencing in varied combinations in order to help each person with their unique needs and goals.
I believe every one has a unique story to tell and hope to tailor each individual's treatment to their develop their strengths, while applying compassion toward as yet unresolved issues. I craft individual treatment using various modalities such as: CBT; DBT; MDBT; IFS; positive psychology; mind/body awareness; expressive therapies; and somatic experiencing in varied combinations in order to help each person with their unique needs and goals.
My goal is to provide a safe therapeutic environment to assist with managing life stressors, transitions and acute or chronic mental health issues. Often we struggle with challenges associated with life transitions, chronic or acute stressors, medical issues, abuse or difficulties within interpersonal relationships. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities based on individual needs.
My goal is to provide a safe therapeutic environment to assist with managing life stressors, transitions and acute or chronic mental health issues. Often we struggle with challenges associated with life transitions, chronic or acute stressors, medical issues, abuse or difficulties within interpersonal relationships. I use a variety of therapeutic modalities based on individual needs.
Life can be very challenging at times. Often, we find ourselves in places, wondering how did I get here? Or not again? Although the details may be different, you will find repeated themes in your life. The first step in solving any problem is to identify the problem. We will work together to gain an understanding of: why you are where you are at this time in your life, what you would like to change, and learn the tools needed in order to effectively make the changes and establish long and short term goals.
Life can be very challenging at times. Often, we find ourselves in places, wondering how did I get here? Or not again? Although the details may be different, you will find repeated themes in your life. The first step in solving any problem is to identify the problem. We will work together to gain an understanding of: why you are where you are at this time in your life, what you would like to change, and learn the tools needed in order to effectively make the changes and establish long and short term goals.
Kathy Davis-Gillette, PhD, New Inspiration LLC
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740 (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!
Dr. Medeiros, PhD - Medeiros Coaching Services
PhD, PCP, CHT
Verified Verified
New Bedford, MA 02740
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, lost, and looking for direction? You are not alone; however, there is help. I have seen many clients that suffered from the same issues including anxiety, stress, PTSD, phobias, and lack of direction. Here is an example of the clients that have benefited from my services: "I had for the first time something called neuro linguistic programming (NLP). Can I say my mind is blown away with the results. She worked on 3 traumatic experiences that happened in my lifetime." Maria 7-11-20
Are you feeling anxious, stressed, lost, and looking for direction? You are not alone; however, there is help. I have seen many clients that suffered from the same issues including anxiety, stress, PTSD, phobias, and lack of direction. Here is an example of the clients that have benefited from my services: "I had for the first time something called neuro linguistic programming (NLP). Can I say my mind is blown away with the results. She worked on 3 traumatic experiences that happened in my lifetime." Maria 7-11-20
Jennie Kristel
MA, REAT, RMT, APTT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Bedford, MA 02740
Not accepting new clients
For people who have experienced profound grief, trauma, and depression, it is important to address concerns about parenting, relationship, illness, and loss.
Counseling/Coaching via teletherapy is available. As a registered expressive arts therapist, facilitator and coach, I bring a unique blend of trauma-informed skills, in helping individuals re-frame, reauthor and re-story their life stories and create more fulfilling lives. Using expressive arts, EFT, Qi Gong, Reiki and energy work, narrative and transpersonal psychologies, I support you in developing the confidence that is needed to see in order to clearly move through the pain and grief of life experience becoming an agent of and for change. I also work at JourneyWorks Collaborative in New Bedford offering groups, & classes.
For people who have experienced profound grief, trauma, and depression, it is important to address concerns about parenting, relationship, illness, and loss.
Counseling/Coaching via teletherapy is available. As a registered expressive arts therapist, facilitator and coach, I bring a unique blend of trauma-informed skills, in helping individuals re-frame, reauthor and re-story their life stories and create more fulfilling lives. Using expressive arts, EFT, Qi Gong, Reiki and energy work, narrative and transpersonal psychologies, I support you in developing the confidence that is needed to see in order to clearly move through the pain and grief of life experience becoming an agent of and for change. I also work at JourneyWorks Collaborative in New Bedford offering groups, & classes.
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Nircia Del Rosario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC I , CADC II
Verified Verified
Dartmouth, MA 02747
It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.
It is not easy to start therapy treatment. An ideal client is a person that, even through all the fears, doubts and questions, takes the first step to start treatment and gives a chance to explore a new technique to find better balance in their life. There could be setbacks in the process but the most important thing is to stay constant. The client is willing to work in their goals and implement skills learned in every session. Also, to ask questions needed, even if they feel afraid, in order to be able to communicate with their therapist in a honest way.
Alice H Rice
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Fairhaven, MA 02719 (Online Only)
My practice has evolved to using only telehealth and televideo. My specialty is working with people from age 30 up on identity crises, personal reinvention, financial stressors, retirement, downsizing, dealing with feelings of loss, change, anxiety and depression. I have worked with entire families, individuals and couples. There are a lot of misunderstandings between generations and between people. I act as a communication translator to help get people to understand one another. I am licensed to practice in MA and FL but geography should not be a limit so I can work with you outside of those two states as a life coach.
My practice has evolved to using only telehealth and televideo. My specialty is working with people from age 30 up on identity crises, personal reinvention, financial stressors, retirement, downsizing, dealing with feelings of loss, change, anxiety and depression. I have worked with entire families, individuals and couples. There are a lot of misunderstandings between generations and between people. I act as a communication translator to help get people to understand one another. I am licensed to practice in MA and FL but geography should not be a limit so I can work with you outside of those two states as a life coach.
Building Mastery Wellness, PLLC
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Fairhaven, MA 02719 (Online Only)
Neurodiversity/Neurodivergent Friendly - I offer a unique client-centered telehealth counseling experience utilizing DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), strength-based, and expressive approaches. Clients can expect to learn mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance as well as skills for executive functioning issues. I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider so my proficiency regarding ADHD, Executive Functioning Disorders, and Emotional Regulation Disorders is up to speed with current knowledge and effective treatments.
Neurodiversity/Neurodivergent Friendly - I offer a unique client-centered telehealth counseling experience utilizing DBT (Dialectical Behavioral Therapy), CBT (Cognitive Behavioral Therapy), strength-based, and expressive approaches. Clients can expect to learn mindfulness, interpersonal effectiveness, emotional regulation, and distress tolerance as well as skills for executive functioning issues. I am an ADHD Certified Clinical Service Provider so my proficiency regarding ADHD, Executive Functioning Disorders, and Emotional Regulation Disorders is up to speed with current knowledge and effective treatments.
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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.