Chronic Pain Therapists in Allendale, MI
We are trained to address a variety of needs for adults and adolescents who struggle with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, phobias, sleep problems, grief and loss, addictions, pain, and feelings of worthlessness/low self-esteem.
Sometimes you need someone to talk too... Someone to listen...Someone who can help! Healthy Mind Counseling is a group of professionals who are dedicated to helping you. Life is complicated; whether it is a change in your mood, relationships, health, employment, or other current or past disturbing life event; we can help you find a way to thrive and work through the unique challenges you are facing.
We are trained to address a variety of needs for adults and adolescents who struggle with PTSD, trauma, anxiety, panic attacks, depression, anger, phobias, sleep problems, grief and loss, addictions, pain, and feelings of worthlessness/low self-esteem.
Sometimes you need someone to talk too... Someone to listen...Someone who can help! Healthy Mind Counseling is a group of professionals who are dedicated to helping you. Life is complicated; whether it is a change in your mood, relationships, health, employment, or other current or past disturbing life event; we can help you find a way to thrive and work through the unique challenges you are facing.
Individual, family, and couples counseling for all ages and problems.Counseling for abuse, anxiety, behavioral problems, depression, fears, self-esteem, stress, marital, pre-marital, divorce, pregancy, relationship issues, parenting and step-parenting problems, employment, school, adoption, grief, death, religious issues. Twenty five years of experience. Located downtown Grand Haven at the Harbourfront Place, Suite 370.
Individual, family, and couples counseling for all ages and problems.Counseling for abuse, anxiety, behavioral problems, depression, fears, self-esteem, stress, marital, pre-marital, divorce, pregancy, relationship issues, parenting and step-parenting problems, employment, school, adoption, grief, death, religious issues. Twenty five years of experience. Located downtown Grand Haven at the Harbourfront Place, Suite 370.
I invite you to a safe space where you can learn to trust, speak your truth and realize your potential for emotional growth and change. I believe in the human spirit and ones ability to discover the answers to difficult questions. I have a passion for working with shy, introverted and highly sensitive people as well as caregivers.
I invite you to a safe space where you can learn to trust, speak your truth and realize your potential for emotional growth and change. I believe in the human spirit and ones ability to discover the answers to difficult questions. I have a passion for working with shy, introverted and highly sensitive people as well as caregivers.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
I am a licensed psychologist and the clinical director of Sollars and Associates Integrative Counseling and Psychological Services. I have been providing counseling and psychotherapy for over 30 years in the Metro Detroit area and our group practice spans across the state of Michigan. With support, encouragement, and expert insight many people begin to feel better after their first session. Our therapists possess a great deal of experience in evaluating and working with children, adolescents, and families dealing with a variety of issues.
You are an amazing human being. You are worthy of love, joy, and peace. Being aware of your worthiness can connect you to this wisdom. However, there may have been experiences, thoughts or beliefs that have made you forget your worthiness and preventing you from living your best life. I can help you explore how focus your awareness to the present and away from the past which may lead to depression and away from worries of tomorrow (anxiety).
You are an amazing human being. You are worthy of love, joy, and peace. Being aware of your worthiness can connect you to this wisdom. However, there may have been experiences, thoughts or beliefs that have made you forget your worthiness and preventing you from living your best life. I can help you explore how focus your awareness to the present and away from the past which may lead to depression and away from worries of tomorrow (anxiety).
Are you ready to overcome past traumatic experiences and generation cycles which prevent you from flourishing? If you answered yes, let's partner together in your healing journey. Start today by contacting me at 616-537-2401.
Are you ready to overcome past traumatic experiences and generation cycles which prevent you from flourishing? If you answered yes, let's partner together in your healing journey. Start today by contacting me at 616-537-2401.
Michelle Marie Wohlfert
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC, CCS
Verified Verified
Allendale, MI 49401
There is no one more put together than a person in recovery. Living in recovery is working a program of mental health, staying clean and sober, and living one day at a time. With that being said, each person’s specific program looks different, with the common factor of living a balanced life of being grateful, mindful, spiritual, and finding a sense of community among other recovering individuals. My specialty areas are addictions, mental health, trauma, codependency issues, and how these affect you and those who love you.
There is no one more put together than a person in recovery. Living in recovery is working a program of mental health, staying clean and sober, and living one day at a time. With that being said, each person’s specific program looks different, with the common factor of living a balanced life of being grateful, mindful, spiritual, and finding a sense of community among other recovering individuals. My specialty areas are addictions, mental health, trauma, codependency issues, and how these affect you and those who love you.
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Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges and find healing and growth. I believe therapy offers the opportunity to transform our current experience and enhance the mind and body relationship. I have a particular interest in women’s health. Whether you are navigating the complexities of mental health, coping with challenges of chronic illness, or seeking skills to improve overall well-being, I am here to offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions fit to your needs.
Welcome! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with a passion for empowering individuals to navigate life’s challenges and find healing and growth. I believe therapy offers the opportunity to transform our current experience and enhance the mind and body relationship. I have a particular interest in women’s health. Whether you are navigating the complexities of mental health, coping with challenges of chronic illness, or seeking skills to improve overall well-being, I am here to offer compassionate support and evidence-based interventions fit to your needs.
Raymond P Herzog
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MA, LLP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Hudsonville, MI 49426
Waitlist for new clients
I work with many types of mental health and life-adjustment issues including but not limited to: * Mood/Emotional disorders * Anxiety related disorders * ADHD (Including ADHD Testing) * Adjustment difficulties to life stressors * Divorce * Parenting strategies * * Pre-op distress/ post-op recovery * Chronic pain.
I believe in a Client-centered, Cognitive-Behavioral approach with an emphasis on personal responsibility, accountability, and ownership of problem solving to bring about personal change. I specifically use the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model. The goal of ACT is acceptance of what is out of personal control, and a commitment to action for life improvement and enrichment. Additionally, mindfulness training including meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery can be used for therapeutic intervention.
I work with many types of mental health and life-adjustment issues including but not limited to: * Mood/Emotional disorders * Anxiety related disorders * ADHD (Including ADHD Testing) * Adjustment difficulties to life stressors * Divorce * Parenting strategies * * Pre-op distress/ post-op recovery * Chronic pain.
I believe in a Client-centered, Cognitive-Behavioral approach with an emphasis on personal responsibility, accountability, and ownership of problem solving to bring about personal change. I specifically use the Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) model. The goal of ACT is acceptance of what is out of personal control, and a commitment to action for life improvement and enrichment. Additionally, mindfulness training including meditation, relaxation, and guided imagery can be used for therapeutic intervention.
Tara S Romano
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMSW, ACSW, BCD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Wyoming, MI 49418
Peace and harmony are qualities that can be learned and then transmitted to current and future relationships regardless of the pain we are currently experiencing.
My style is warm, with a desire to continually learn and use new skills that best suit the "hopeful" and the "hopeless." My life has been spent working with individuals and families and their experiences with sexual, substance, or physical abuse and trauma.
Peace and harmony are qualities that can be learned and then transmitted to current and future relationships regardless of the pain we are currently experiencing.
My style is warm, with a desire to continually learn and use new skills that best suit the "hopeful" and the "hopeless." My life has been spent working with individuals and families and their experiences with sexual, substance, or physical abuse and trauma.
I am interested in treating clients that are struggling with chronic illness &/or pain, self-esteem issues, depression, grief, stress and anxiety in a relaxing environment.
I hope you will find working with me to be rewarding, educational and helpful. I am comfortable working with adolescents, men, women and senior citizens. You will receive counseling in a non-judgmental, relaxing and peaceful environment. Life can be a journey that is sometimes filled with struggles. I am here to help navigate that journey and learn some new techniques to get back on the path to a joyful life.
I am interested in treating clients that are struggling with chronic illness &/or pain, self-esteem issues, depression, grief, stress and anxiety in a relaxing environment.
I hope you will find working with me to be rewarding, educational and helpful. I am comfortable working with adolescents, men, women and senior citizens. You will receive counseling in a non-judgmental, relaxing and peaceful environment. Life can be a journey that is sometimes filled with struggles. I am here to help navigate that journey and learn some new techniques to get back on the path to a joyful life.
I work with clients encountering a variety of challenges including: difficulty with parenting and relationships; balancing work and family; spiritual concerns; adjustments to parenthood; chronic pain; work stress; navigating small business or self-employment; financial stress; and family struggles.
Your experiences, thoughts, and struggles are unique to you and so are your gifts, joys, and perspectives. Developing awareness around how your circumstances influence who you are helps you gain clarity and allows you to write future chapters of your life with intention. Counseling is a space to be seen without judgment and safely explore what it might look like to live into a future of intentionality and purpose. Pursuing your full, whole self is a gift you give not only to yourself but to those around you, and counseling is a great place to explore what that might look like.
I work with clients encountering a variety of challenges including: difficulty with parenting and relationships; balancing work and family; spiritual concerns; adjustments to parenthood; chronic pain; work stress; navigating small business or self-employment; financial stress; and family struggles.
Your experiences, thoughts, and struggles are unique to you and so are your gifts, joys, and perspectives. Developing awareness around how your circumstances influence who you are helps you gain clarity and allows you to write future chapters of your life with intention. Counseling is a space to be seen without judgment and safely explore what it might look like to live into a future of intentionality and purpose. Pursuing your full, whole self is a gift you give not only to yourself but to those around you, and counseling is a great place to explore what that might look like.
Hi, I'm Faith (she/her)! I specialize in working with youth and adults, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, who are navigating complex emotions and challenges with grief, anxiety, depression, identity, and chronic illness and pain. As a Registered Art Therapist and Counselor, I offer a unique, holistic approach that blends Art Therapy and counseling for healing and growth through creative expression. Together, we'll create a safe and affirming space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment.
Hi, I'm Faith (she/her)! I specialize in working with youth and adults, including BIPOC and LGBTQIA+ communities, who are navigating complex emotions and challenges with grief, anxiety, depression, identity, and chronic illness and pain. As a Registered Art Therapist and Counselor, I offer a unique, holistic approach that blends Art Therapy and counseling for healing and growth through creative expression. Together, we'll create a safe and affirming space where you can explore your thoughts, emotions, and experiences without judgment.
Wendy Dittrich Croll
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LLC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
No matter how hard you try to move forward, you feel like your taking one step back. You’re a high performer with perfectionism tendencies and always put on a smile, which helps you forget your pain. You may feel you will never be fully happy and never be able to fully enjoy life how others do, because of your many losses, attributing to your decreased self esteem. You may keep friends and family at a distance, to protect yourself from yet another inevitable loss. You may have stopped exercising and taking care of yourself the way you used to, since it takes too much work and you're just surviving at the end of another long day.
No matter how hard you try to move forward, you feel like your taking one step back. You’re a high performer with perfectionism tendencies and always put on a smile, which helps you forget your pain. You may feel you will never be fully happy and never be able to fully enjoy life how others do, because of your many losses, attributing to your decreased self esteem. You may keep friends and family at a distance, to protect yourself from yet another inevitable loss. You may have stopped exercising and taking care of yourself the way you used to, since it takes too much work and you're just surviving at the end of another long day.
Trista Williams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW , CAADC
Verified Verified
Grand Rapids, MI 49504
Hey there! I know that therapy can feel intimidating. My goal is to come alongside and partner with you while we work through the different pains that life can bring us. I have experience working with individuals going through various struggles: depression, anxiety, relational conflict, faith issues, substance use, stress, grief, chronic pain, life transitions, self esteem. My approach to therapy is person centered and based on individual needs and goals. I will take time to develop a relationship with you to build trust and have this be a safe space.
Hey there! I know that therapy can feel intimidating. My goal is to come alongside and partner with you while we work through the different pains that life can bring us. I have experience working with individuals going through various struggles: depression, anxiety, relational conflict, faith issues, substance use, stress, grief, chronic pain, life transitions, self esteem. My approach to therapy is person centered and based on individual needs and goals. I will take time to develop a relationship with you to build trust and have this be a safe space.
I have over 30 years of experience providing psychological services and have been employed in a number of different settings, including: psychiatry, primary care medicine, bariatric surgery, chronic pain and rehabilitation, hospital, and church settings.
I thoughtfully use cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and a blend of other therapeutic approaches and your spiritual beliefs (when desired) to help you improve your thoughts, behaviors, emotions, relationships, and quality of life. I particularly enjoy working with health-related issues, along with anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
I have over 30 years of experience providing psychological services and have been employed in a number of different settings, including: psychiatry, primary care medicine, bariatric surgery, chronic pain and rehabilitation, hospital, and church settings.
I thoughtfully use cognitive-behavior therapy (CBT) and a blend of other therapeutic approaches and your spiritual beliefs (when desired) to help you improve your thoughts, behaviors, emotions, relationships, and quality of life. I particularly enjoy working with health-related issues, along with anxiety, depression, and relationship concerns.
I really enjoy working with individuals and families on issues involving stress and anxiety (Panic Disorder, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Agoraphobia, etc.), folks dealing with issues related to the Autistic Spectrum, people dealing with adjustments to chronic health issues and their impacts, and relationship concerns ranging from parenting and romantic relationships to family dynamics and interacting with adult children.
I really enjoy working with individuals and families on issues involving stress and anxiety (Panic Disorder, OCD, Generalized Anxiety, Agoraphobia, etc.), folks dealing with issues related to the Autistic Spectrum, people dealing with adjustments to chronic health issues and their impacts, and relationship concerns ranging from parenting and romantic relationships to family dynamics and interacting with adult children.
Life can be overwhelming, anxiety provoking, and down right make you hopeless. If you're seeking compassionate support tailored to your challenges, I'm here to help. Together, we can navigate anxiety, manage persistent thoughts, adapt to major transitions, and overall find hope amidst it all. My approach combines empathy with practical strategies to empower you towards healing. Let's work together in a supportive space to explore and grow.
Life can be overwhelming, anxiety provoking, and down right make you hopeless. If you're seeking compassionate support tailored to your challenges, I'm here to help. Together, we can navigate anxiety, manage persistent thoughts, adapt to major transitions, and overall find hope amidst it all. My approach combines empathy with practical strategies to empower you towards healing. Let's work together in a supportive space to explore and grow.
Do your fears and worries keep you from doing what you want to do or what you need to do? Do you feel misunderstood, ashamed, lonely, worthless, hopeless? Would you like to wake up in the morning and not be overwhelmed with worry or dread or low self-worth? Anxiety and depression can hijack our feelings, thoughts, and actions. Together, we can identify ways to cope with these feelings and thoughts so that you can live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Do your fears and worries keep you from doing what you want to do or what you need to do? Do you feel misunderstood, ashamed, lonely, worthless, hopeless? Would you like to wake up in the morning and not be overwhelmed with worry or dread or low self-worth? Anxiety and depression can hijack our feelings, thoughts, and actions. Together, we can identify ways to cope with these feelings and thoughts so that you can live a fulfilling and meaningful life.
Whether you are seeking treatment for depression, anxiety, managing a chronic condition, grief and loss, parenting challenges, traumatic experiences, or personal growth; psychotherapy is an effective and evidence-based way to move toward greater health, healing, and emotional wellness at any age. I am a therapist who is passionate about empowering others to discover and live into their truest selves. A hallmark of my practice is drawing on a breadth of training and experience to offer an individualized, effective, and safe therapeutic environment for all.
Whether you are seeking treatment for depression, anxiety, managing a chronic condition, grief and loss, parenting challenges, traumatic experiences, or personal growth; psychotherapy is an effective and evidence-based way to move toward greater health, healing, and emotional wellness at any age. I am a therapist who is passionate about empowering others to discover and live into their truest selves. A hallmark of my practice is drawing on a breadth of training and experience to offer an individualized, effective, and safe therapeutic environment for all.
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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.