Chronic Pain Therapists in Wilbraham, MA
Kelly is a licensed mental health clinician who uses a person centered and solution focused approach mixed with cognitive behavioral techniques. She believes therapy works best when collaboratively working with a client to help them reach self driven goals within a safe, non judgmental, and supportive environment. She is dedicated to working with those who want help managing day to day stress, working through times of adjustment, or helping with more significant mental health needs.
Kelly is a licensed mental health clinician who uses a person centered and solution focused approach mixed with cognitive behavioral techniques. She believes therapy works best when collaboratively working with a client to help them reach self driven goals within a safe, non judgmental, and supportive environment. She is dedicated to working with those who want help managing day to day stress, working through times of adjustment, or helping with more significant mental health needs.
Andrea is licensed as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor, has a Master’s Degree in Social Work, and is a Doctoral Candidate in the Social Work Program at Simmons University. In addition, Andrea is certified in trauma and can help adult clients to work on their internalized emotions, mental health disorders, and keeping their sobriety in substance use, and alcohol addiction. She utilizes different approaches and modalities in Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
Andrea is licensed as an Alcohol and Drug Counselor, has a Master’s Degree in Social Work, and is a Doctoral Candidate in the Social Work Program at Simmons University. In addition, Andrea is certified in trauma and can help adult clients to work on their internalized emotions, mental health disorders, and keeping their sobriety in substance use, and alcohol addiction. She utilizes different approaches and modalities in Motivational Interviewing, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Dialectic Behavioral Therapy, Somatic Psychotherapy, and Gestalt Therapy.
Mental health problems can affect even the strongest people and take the joy from life. Finding the right treatment can be overwhelming but at Handel Behavioral Health, we do our best to make this as easy as possible so you can begin your counseling or psychiatry and get on the road to recovery. Your mental health is your health and we believe your health is the most important thing in life. Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean you can’t ask for help, and we’re here and ready for when you do!
Mental health problems can affect even the strongest people and take the joy from life. Finding the right treatment can be overwhelming but at Handel Behavioral Health, we do our best to make this as easy as possible so you can begin your counseling or psychiatry and get on the road to recovery. Your mental health is your health and we believe your health is the most important thing in life. Taking care of yourself doesn’t mean you can’t ask for help, and we’re here and ready for when you do!
Do you find yourself unhappy with your quality of life? Do you wonder how you have found yourself in your current life circumstances? Do you wish things about you or your life could be different? Every person finds themselves asking these questions at one time or another, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to assist you in deepening your exploration of your areas of desired change and provide guidance as you proceed on your journey towards personal healing and growth.
Do you find yourself unhappy with your quality of life? Do you wonder how you have found yourself in your current life circumstances? Do you wish things about you or your life could be different? Every person finds themselves asking these questions at one time or another, and I offer a safe, non-judgmental space to assist you in deepening your exploration of your areas of desired change and provide guidance as you proceed on your journey towards personal healing and growth.
Brianna Mangano
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Wilbraham, MA 01095 (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.
Restoration Trauma Counseling provides trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy for those affected by a traumatic event that has had a mental, physical and or spiritual impact. I desire to individuals in brief trauma focused psycho educational therapy to address the effects of trauma and dual diagnosis symptoms such as depression or anxiety. I believe that processing a traumatic event in a supportive therapeutic relationship and fostering skills to cope with trauma-based symptoms can bring restoration to one’s life and experience overtime. I am committed to a doctoral education in trauma and have 8 years of clinical practice
Restoration Trauma Counseling provides trauma focused cognitive behavioral therapy for those affected by a traumatic event that has had a mental, physical and or spiritual impact. I desire to individuals in brief trauma focused psycho educational therapy to address the effects of trauma and dual diagnosis symptoms such as depression or anxiety. I believe that processing a traumatic event in a supportive therapeutic relationship and fostering skills to cope with trauma-based symptoms can bring restoration to one’s life and experience overtime. I am committed to a doctoral education in trauma and have 8 years of clinical practice
Currently, I am accepting new patients! I welcome college students returning home seeking therapy. I also welcome adults wanting cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, OCD, or eating disorders. I I am a clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience providing psychological services to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. My areas of specialty include working with teenagers and children with anxiety, OCD, eating disorders. More recently, I have expanded my treatment services to provide therapy for adults with anxiety disorders and eating disorders.
Currently, I am accepting new patients! I welcome college students returning home seeking therapy. I also welcome adults wanting cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for anxiety, OCD, or eating disorders. I I am a clinical psychologist with 20+ years of experience providing psychological services to children, adolescents, young adults, and families. My areas of specialty include working with teenagers and children with anxiety, OCD, eating disorders. More recently, I have expanded my treatment services to provide therapy for adults with anxiety disorders and eating disorders.
Kaileen Russell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Wilbraham, MA 01095 (Online Only)
Current daytime tele-health openings available. There is a popular sentiment: We are all weathering this storm though are not in the same boat. No matter each person’s, couple’s, or family’s circumstances we are all trying to navigate through life. Therapy is a safe and private space that I can hold for you where I may aid you in locating a life jacket, developing a crew, patch your boat, and learn to navigate the waters. Whether you find yourself in tousled waters or navigating a new path I would be pleased to work with you. I have enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and families of all different needs for years.
Current daytime tele-health openings available. There is a popular sentiment: We are all weathering this storm though are not in the same boat. No matter each person’s, couple’s, or family’s circumstances we are all trying to navigate through life. Therapy is a safe and private space that I can hold for you where I may aid you in locating a life jacket, developing a crew, patch your boat, and learn to navigate the waters. Whether you find yourself in tousled waters or navigating a new path I would be pleased to work with you. I have enjoyed working with individuals, couples, and families of all different needs for years.
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Strawberry Therapy - Neurodivergence and EDs
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MHC
Verified Verified
Springfield, MA 01103 (Online Only)
I am accepting new clients. My name is Larissa, and I am a specialist in treating eating disorders and neurodivergence. I have successfully worked with many clients to improve binging, restrictive, and purging behaviors, ARFID, and related symptoms including sensory issues, a limited food variety (“picky eaters”), concentration and focus skills, and coping with chronic illness. I give positive, trauma-informed care without sugar coating of the challenges of mental health recovery. I provide context behind the development and maintenance of symptoms while holding my clients accountable for what is within their own control.
I am accepting new clients. My name is Larissa, and I am a specialist in treating eating disorders and neurodivergence. I have successfully worked with many clients to improve binging, restrictive, and purging behaviors, ARFID, and related symptoms including sensory issues, a limited food variety (“picky eaters”), concentration and focus skills, and coping with chronic illness. I give positive, trauma-informed care without sugar coating of the challenges of mental health recovery. I provide context behind the development and maintenance of symptoms while holding my clients accountable for what is within their own control.
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
West Springfield, MA 01089
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.
Rachel M Murphy
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Agawam, MA 01001 (Online Only)
My 25 years of experience with adults and seniors has provided me with expertise in the areas of grief/ loss, life transitions, chronic medical conditions, memory issues/ dementia, caregiver stress, life-limiting illness.
We all need a little help sometimes. Maybe you are seeking clarity, focus and a path forward. Maybe you are coping with a loss, change or life transition. Maybe you are caring for a loved one with dementia or chronic medical conditions or, maybe you yourself have been dealing with a new or chronic condition. Maybe you just feel “blah” and want to feel better! If any of this sounds like you, I would love to help you on a path to improved coping and sense of well-being. Together we will sort out what is important to you and figure out how to put yourself on your own priority list.
My 25 years of experience with adults and seniors has provided me with expertise in the areas of grief/ loss, life transitions, chronic medical conditions, memory issues/ dementia, caregiver stress, life-limiting illness.
We all need a little help sometimes. Maybe you are seeking clarity, focus and a path forward. Maybe you are coping with a loss, change or life transition. Maybe you are caring for a loved one with dementia or chronic medical conditions or, maybe you yourself have been dealing with a new or chronic condition. Maybe you just feel “blah” and want to feel better! If any of this sounds like you, I would love to help you on a path to improved coping and sense of well-being. Together we will sort out what is important to you and figure out how to put yourself on your own priority list.
JourNey Towards Healing U, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, M,Ed, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
5 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.
Janice Nowicki, LMHC-The Therapy Space, LLC
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Springfield, MA 01101 (Online Only)
I am a licensed mental health counselor and 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 to develop problem solving skills and navigate life. 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 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 to develop problem solving skills and navigate life. 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.
At times in our lives, we have all experienced confusing and sometimes painful events, whether it be the loss of a loved one, an unexpected illness or health issue, a life transition or trauma. Sometimes, the things we have done in the past to seek relief no longer work as they once did. Therapy can be helpful to find new ways to adjust to the challenges and complications of human life, whether it is rooted in a current life event needing temporary support or a more involved issue requiring long term exploration.
At times in our lives, we have all experienced confusing and sometimes painful events, whether it be the loss of a loved one, an unexpected illness or health issue, a life transition or trauma. Sometimes, the things we have done in the past to seek relief no longer work as they once did. Therapy can be helpful to find new ways to adjust to the challenges and complications of human life, whether it is rooted in a current life event needing temporary support or a more involved issue requiring long term exploration.
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.
Counseling can help with providing tools to support empowerment through learning about oneself, working through the past, present pain, and identify effective communication skills.
Are you feeling stuck, isolated, or just overwhelmed by life? You are here, so you have already taken the first important step. I welcome the opportunity to help you make the right adjustments to improve your quality of life. With a non-judgmental approach, I will listen and guide you toward accessing your internal strengths, to help weather your life's storm. Let's work together to create a path that will lead you to greater self-awareness and a better you.
Counseling can help with providing tools to support empowerment through learning about oneself, working through the past, present pain, and identify effective communication skills.
Are you feeling stuck, isolated, or just overwhelmed by life? You are here, so you have already taken the first important step. I welcome the opportunity to help you make the right adjustments to improve your quality of life. With a non-judgmental approach, I will listen and guide you toward accessing your internal strengths, to help weather your life's storm. Let's work together to create a path that will lead you to greater self-awareness and a better you.
Jenny Wright
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Ludlow, MA 01056 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience in the areas of disability, chronic pain, parenting, autism, attachment, anxiety, depression, transition to adulthood, trauma, and maternal mental health.
Therapy works best when the client and therapist are a good fit. I believe we all get stuck at times and could use support. I would like to be the person to help you make sense of how the events in your life have shaped you and recognize what gets in your way to living a more fulfilling life.
I have experience in the areas of disability, chronic pain, parenting, autism, attachment, anxiety, depression, transition to adulthood, trauma, and maternal mental health.
Therapy works best when the client and therapist are a good fit. I believe we all get stuck at times and could use support. I would like to be the person to help you make sense of how the events in your life have shaped you and recognize what gets in your way to living a more fulfilling life.
Emilea Gartrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
West Springfield, MA 01089 (Online Only)
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.
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.
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.
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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.