Chronic Pain Therapists in Springfield, MA
Aria Michaels Paradise
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01108 (Online Only)
My specialities include anxiety, self esteem, chronic illness, LGBTQ, and working with individuals feeling stigma due to visual or social differences.
My philosophy towards therapy has been first and foremost to honor the trust that you've placed in my position as guide and witness. Every client, every session, is unique, and I celebrate this in my regard for your innate wisdom and personal sovereignty. My practice is borne from an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to wellness and healing, and balances both Western scientific and Eastern holistic perspectives. I approach each session from a humanistic, person centered and informed approach. As a guide, I help you evolve toward a more empowering path to your life, while also focusing on short and long term goals.
My specialities include anxiety, self esteem, chronic illness, LGBTQ, and working with individuals feeling stigma due to visual or social differences.
My philosophy towards therapy has been first and foremost to honor the trust that you've placed in my position as guide and witness. Every client, every session, is unique, and I celebrate this in my regard for your innate wisdom and personal sovereignty. My practice is borne from an integrated and interdisciplinary approach to wellness and healing, and balances both Western scientific and Eastern holistic perspectives. I approach each session from a humanistic, person centered and informed approach. As a guide, I help you evolve toward a more empowering path to your life, while also focusing on short and long term goals.
Since 1990 I have helped people with anxiety, depression, addiction issues, relationships, life transitions, loss, illness, pain, healing, creative challenges, recent and past trauma, and high sensitivity (HSP).
My intention is to help people discover lasting pathways to feel better. I will bring my warmth, heart, experience and presence to our unique collaboration as we focus on how you want to feel in your life. I practice a body-centered approach to counseling. Woven through our talking together will be periods of mindfulness and tuning in as a way to deepen awareness, growth and healing. When we have the support we need--we feel more freedom to be ourselves emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually. As distortions release--we naturally heal, improve our relationships, and make authentic life choices that feel good.
Since 1990 I have helped people with anxiety, depression, addiction issues, relationships, life transitions, loss, illness, pain, healing, creative challenges, recent and past trauma, and high sensitivity (HSP).
My intention is to help people discover lasting pathways to feel better. I will bring my warmth, heart, experience and presence to our unique collaboration as we focus on how you want to feel in your life. I practice a body-centered approach to counseling. Woven through our talking together will be periods of mindfulness and tuning in as a way to deepen awareness, growth and healing. When we have the support we need--we feel more freedom to be ourselves emotionally, intellectually, physically and spiritually. As distortions release--we naturally heal, improve our relationships, and make authentic life choices that feel good.
Are you feeling exhausted by the effort it takes to keep "pushing down" your worries and sadness? Especially if you have a history of trauma, it can feel like a losing battle keeping all of this at bay, but it doesn't have to. If you are ready for some relief, I can help. Acknowledging pain doesn't erase strength, and tending to it doesn't require "falling apart" in the process. I can help you put your past where it belongs: behind you. I start by strengthening the resiliency and coping strategies you already have, and adding more.
Are you feeling exhausted by the effort it takes to keep "pushing down" your worries and sadness? Especially if you have a history of trauma, it can feel like a losing battle keeping all of this at bay, but it doesn't have to. If you are ready for some relief, I can help. Acknowledging pain doesn't erase strength, and tending to it doesn't require "falling apart" in the process. I can help you put your past where it belongs: behind you. I start by strengthening the resiliency and coping strategies you already have, and adding more.
Kathleen Morrissey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PTA
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101
These factors may include illness, injury, pain, loss and trauma.
Our lives can be difficult and demanding. Sometimes we do not receive the support that we need or would like to have. Life changing circumstances, whether recent or long standing, can result in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and fatigue affecting your quality of life, your relationships and managing from day to day. When feeling overwhelmed coping can become difficult. I am also a guide and life coach who will assist you on your journey. I will help you to find resolve for your concerns, begin to imagine positive changes that will benefit you and create the life you wish to have.
These factors may include illness, injury, pain, loss and trauma.
Our lives can be difficult and demanding. Sometimes we do not receive the support that we need or would like to have. Life changing circumstances, whether recent or long standing, can result in feelings of anxiety, depression, anger and fatigue affecting your quality of life, your relationships and managing from day to day. When feeling overwhelmed coping can become difficult. I am also a guide and life coach who will assist you on your journey. I will help you to find resolve for your concerns, begin to imagine positive changes that will benefit you and create the life you wish to have.
JourNey Towards Healing U, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, M,Ed, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01106 (Online Only)
I invite you to reach out and have a brief conversation with me to enable you to take those first steps forward and begin to heal from any emotional pain, family and/or relationship issues.
Greetings, I'm glad you are here, that means you have figured out you deserve to have a better life for yourself and have taken that first step, Awesome! As we go through life's transitions, at times we may find ourselves at a crossroads feeling stuck, drained of energy and discouraged. Please come with me and take this journey towards healing you as we work together to help you find your inner strength & voice while challenging those negative thoughts and emotions that are holding you back. Allow me to teach you valuable skills to help you move forward. I I also conduct assessments for Bariatric surgery & Perinatal mood disorders.
I invite you to reach out and have a brief conversation with me to enable you to take those first steps forward and begin to heal from any emotional pain, family and/or relationship issues.
Greetings, I'm glad you are here, that means you have figured out you deserve to have a better life for yourself and have taken that first step, Awesome! As we go through life's transitions, at times we may find ourselves at a crossroads feeling stuck, drained of energy and discouraged. Please come with me and take this journey towards healing you as we work together to help you find your inner strength & voice while challenging those negative thoughts and emotions that are holding you back. Allow me to teach you valuable skills to help you move forward. I I also conduct assessments for Bariatric surgery & Perinatal mood disorders.
OCD Specialist, Shane MacDonald, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01101 (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.
Callie Long
Pre-Licensed Professional, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01104 (Online Only)
Hi there, I'm Callie. I know living with a chronic illness, disability, or medical condition can be incredibly tough - not just for you, but for your whole family. It can touch every part of your life, stirring up all sorts of difficult emotions and challenges. As someone who belongs to the disability community and lives with chronic illness myself, I get it. I've been there personally, and I understand on a deep level how much it can turn your world upside down.
Hi there, I'm Callie. I know living with a chronic illness, disability, or medical condition can be incredibly tough - not just for you, but for your whole family. It can touch every part of your life, stirring up all sorts of difficult emotions and challenges. As someone who belongs to the disability community and lives with chronic illness myself, I get it. I've been there personally, and I understand on a deep level how much it can turn your world upside down.
I specialize in Tele-Counseling Massachusetts Medicare Recipients, who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, sleep, aging, pain management, low self-esteem, stress, relationship problems, or end of life concerns.
Convenient & Effective Tele-Counseling (counseling over the phone) for Massachusetts Medicare Recipients.
I specialize in Tele-Counseling Massachusetts Medicare Recipients, who may be struggling with anxiety, depression, grief, sleep, aging, pain management, low self-esteem, stress, relationship problems, or end of life concerns.
Convenient & Effective Tele-Counseling (counseling over the phone) for Massachusetts Medicare Recipients.
Muldoon Wellness, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-C, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01102 (Online Only)
I have experience in both private and community clinic settings and have worked with those living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders as well as brain trauma and chronic pain conditions.
Welcome! My name is Molly Muldoon and I am a mental health therapist striving to support and partner with others as they learn more about who they are and bloom into their most authentic selves. I approach therapy with a trauma-informed foundation of acceptance and mindfulness and serve as your travel guide on a journey of self-exploration. I believe that developing a nonjudgmental understanding of who we are and what we truly value steers us towards more meaningful connections with ourselves and the world around us. I appreciate the uniqueness of every individual and tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
I have experience in both private and community clinic settings and have worked with those living with depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, bipolar disorder, schizophrenia, dissociative disorders, and personality disorders as well as brain trauma and chronic pain conditions.
Welcome! My name is Molly Muldoon and I am a mental health therapist striving to support and partner with others as they learn more about who they are and bloom into their most authentic selves. I approach therapy with a trauma-informed foundation of acceptance and mindfulness and serve as your travel guide on a journey of self-exploration. I believe that developing a nonjudgmental understanding of who we are and what we truly value steers us towards more meaningful connections with ourselves and the world around us. I appreciate the uniqueness of every individual and tailor treatment to each client’s needs.
Are you feeling lost, hurt, or trapped by your past experiences? Do you find yourself struggling to trust others, control your emotions, or break free from harmful habits? Maybe you've been trying to manage on your own, but the weight of your pain and the stress of everyday life have left you feeling overwhelmed.
Are you feeling lost, hurt, or trapped by your past experiences? Do you find yourself struggling to trust others, control your emotions, or break free from harmful habits? Maybe you've been trying to manage on your own, but the weight of your pain and the stress of everyday life have left you feeling overwhelmed.
Ginger Smith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
Do you find yourself feeling lonely, anxious, stuck in a cycle of unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, unable to move forward with goals and plans? Are you dealing with challenging life circumstances such as illness, caretaking stressors, difficult romantic or family relationships, pressure or burnout in your career, poor self-esteem? Are you trying to make changes that you believe will lead to increased happiness and satisfaction but somehow these changes are not giving you the results that you had hoped for?
Do you find yourself feeling lonely, anxious, stuck in a cycle of unhelpful thoughts and behaviors, unable to move forward with goals and plans? Are you dealing with challenging life circumstances such as illness, caretaking stressors, difficult romantic or family relationships, pressure or burnout in your career, poor self-esteem? Are you trying to make changes that you believe will lead to increased happiness and satisfaction but somehow these changes are not giving you the results that you had hoped for?
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Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor and I have been working with individuals and families for over 30 years in a variety of settings. I provide a safe and trusting environment to assist clients in developing problem solving skills and navigating life's challenges. I actively listen to understand and am passionate in helping individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, career, school, family, substance abuse, low mood, chronic illness, fatigue, pain, weight loss, grief, loss, and aging.
I am a licensed mental health counselor and I have been working with individuals and families for over 30 years in a variety of settings. I provide a safe and trusting environment to assist clients in developing problem solving skills and navigating life's challenges. I actively listen to understand and am passionate in helping individuals dealing with anxiety, depression, self-esteem, career, school, family, substance abuse, low mood, chronic illness, fatigue, pain, weight loss, grief, loss, and aging.
ShaQuan Read Counseling & Consulting
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
The process of learning ourselves & diving into the depth of our pain is not a path that we must take alone. In our practice it is our privilege to travel alongside you to support your growth, understanding, and acceptance during this part of your journey. to achieve your therapeutic goals. We offer EMDR Intensive Therapy sessions. It can be difficult to resolve a feeling issue with a thinking solution, so we utilize healing modalities that allow us to get to the core of the issues you are facing. "I learned long ago that in order to heal my wounds I must have the courage to face them” – Paulo Coelho.
The process of learning ourselves & diving into the depth of our pain is not a path that we must take alone. In our practice it is our privilege to travel alongside you to support your growth, understanding, and acceptance during this part of your journey. to achieve your therapeutic goals. We offer EMDR Intensive Therapy sessions. It can be difficult to resolve a feeling issue with a thinking solution, so we utilize healing modalities that allow us to get to the core of the issues you are facing. "I learned long ago that in order to heal my wounds I must have the courage to face them” – Paulo Coelho.
I am a licensed psychologist, bilingual in English and Spanish. With over 17 years of experience working in community mental health, schools, nursing homes, healthcare system and private practice, I have served individuals from the age of 6 to 99 who have struggled with a wide variety of behavioral and mental health concerns including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression and trauma. In order to treat mental health concerns, I have been trained in different models including DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, hypnosis and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. I also specialize in psychological testing for Autism, ADHD, dementia and R/O of other diagnoses.
I am a licensed psychologist, bilingual in English and Spanish. With over 17 years of experience working in community mental health, schools, nursing homes, healthcare system and private practice, I have served individuals from the age of 6 to 99 who have struggled with a wide variety of behavioral and mental health concerns including ADHD, Autism, Anxiety, Depression and trauma. In order to treat mental health concerns, I have been trained in different models including DBT, CBT, TF-CBT, hypnosis and Accelerated Resolution Therapy. I also specialize in psychological testing for Autism, ADHD, dementia and R/O of other diagnoses.
Ivette Hernandez
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LSWA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01151
I understand the impact of Adverse Childhood Experience on individuals and their families. I have a soft heart for those who have had traumatic negative experiences from the criminal justice and child welfare systems. I've been driven by the needs of different communities through volunteer experiences. I bring a wealth of knowledge on Special Populations to include those struggling with Substance Use Disorder as well as those exposed to Domestic Violence.
I understand the impact of Adverse Childhood Experience on individuals and their families. I have a soft heart for those who have had traumatic negative experiences from the criminal justice and child welfare systems. I've been driven by the needs of different communities through volunteer experiences. I bring a wealth of knowledge on Special Populations to include those struggling with Substance Use Disorder as well as those exposed to Domestic Violence.
Nircia Del Rosario
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC I, CADC II
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01109
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.
Hello! I am a licensed mental health clinician who loves helping people learn more about themselves. I got my master's degree back in 2020 from Cambridge College and since gained lots of experience working with different populations, including many who were very hesitant to begin this journey. Over the past couple of years, I have moved towards working with individuals struggling with substance abuse along with their mental health. Welcome to your safe space!
Hello! I am a licensed mental health clinician who loves helping people learn more about themselves. I got my master's degree back in 2020 from Cambridge College and since gained lots of experience working with different populations, including many who were very hesitant to begin this journey. Over the past couple of years, I have moved towards working with individuals struggling with substance abuse along with their mental health. Welcome to your safe space!
It feels like it’s never enough. You never have enough time. And everywhere you go you’re needed. You try to be the best at everything you do…at your job, with your home, and with your family. But you continue to feel depleted and overwhelmed with responsibility. Sometimes it feels like you’re just surviving instead of truly living.
It feels like it’s never enough. You never have enough time. And everywhere you go you’re needed. You try to be the best at everything you do…at your job, with your home, and with your family. But you continue to feel depleted and overwhelmed with responsibility. Sometimes it feels like you’re just surviving instead of truly living.
Nina Vitello
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01108 (Online Only)
We are wired to flourish in connection, authenticity, mutual empathy, and mutual empowerment. Seeking help and beginning your transformational journey requires you to be vulnerable. We will work together to create a safe non-judgmental space for you to explore what has brought you to therapy, and identify what you would like to change through our work together.
We are wired to flourish in connection, authenticity, mutual empathy, and mutual empowerment. Seeking help and beginning your transformational journey requires you to be vulnerable. We will work together to create a safe non-judgmental space for you to explore what has brought you to therapy, and identify what you would like to change through our work together.
Brianna Mangano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01119 (Online Only)
I often meet clients when they feel stuck or overwhelmed. They feel uncertain about how to move forward or don't have the supports they need to do so, and may feel as if every day is a battle. In our work together, I provide validation and reflection, pulling from the many strengths you already have. At times, life can feel too overwhelming to even see past the next few days. In those moments, our work is about grounding in the here and now, developing skills to manage stress, and having space to process. I enjoy working with clients navigating issues related to fertility & pregnancy, parenting, trauma, and climate-related anxiety.
I often meet clients when they feel stuck or overwhelmed. They feel uncertain about how to move forward or don't have the supports they need to do so, and may feel as if every day is a battle. In our work together, I provide validation and reflection, pulling from the many strengths you already have. At times, life can feel too overwhelming to even see past the next few days. In those moments, our work is about grounding in the here and now, developing skills to manage stress, and having space to process. I enjoy working with clients navigating issues related to fertility & pregnancy, parenting, trauma, and climate-related anxiety.
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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.