Chronic Pain Therapists in Sterling Heights, MI
Emotional pain, racing thoughts, impulsivity, hopelessness, being overwhelmed are just a few of many things that people struggle with and some even accept as normal part of life. Moreover, many people are nervous to start therapy. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and empathic environment where I believe that each client is the best expert on their own lives. I listen and unconditionally accept each individual and create an integrative, unique and collaborative approach to therapy for every client. If you've considered therapy but still unsure, contact me. I am here to answer your questions.
Emotional pain, racing thoughts, impulsivity, hopelessness, being overwhelmed are just a few of many things that people struggle with and some even accept as normal part of life. Moreover, many people are nervous to start therapy. I strive to provide a safe, non-judgmental, and empathic environment where I believe that each client is the best expert on their own lives. I listen and unconditionally accept each individual and create an integrative, unique and collaborative approach to therapy for every client. If you've considered therapy but still unsure, contact me. I am here to answer your questions.
Patrina Pica-Kras
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, MA, CCMHC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sterling Heights, MI 48312
Therefore, I welcome discussions about chronic illness and spirituality.
Welcome to the journey of self-discovery through therapy. I have been practicing as a Mental Health Counselor, Psychotherapist, and Educator for 30 years. I am a Licensed Counselor, Social Worker, and Chaplain. I have extensive experience in many different diagnoses and deliver evidence-based therapies that work best with the presented issues. My training and experience are utilized and tailored to meet different client needs and provide a positive, respectful and collaborative space that allows patients to flourish. My goal is to meet the needs of my clients in assisting them in reaching their personal goals.
Therefore, I welcome discussions about chronic illness and spirituality.
Welcome to the journey of self-discovery through therapy. I have been practicing as a Mental Health Counselor, Psychotherapist, and Educator for 30 years. I am a Licensed Counselor, Social Worker, and Chaplain. I have extensive experience in many different diagnoses and deliver evidence-based therapies that work best with the presented issues. My training and experience are utilized and tailored to meet different client needs and provide a positive, respectful and collaborative space that allows patients to flourish. My goal is to meet the needs of my clients in assisting them in reaching their personal goals.
All Things Possible Wellness Center PLLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
The ATPWC Family would be honored, and humbled, to walk alongside you to help you to discern where your pain, joys, and struggles are rooted.
Are you looking for a challenging, and rewarding, therapeutic experience that translates into lasting insight and change? We celebrate your courage to seek help. The clinicians at ATPWC have helped many with a variety of life changes, mental health, and substance abuse issues on an inpatient and outpatient basis. In addition to individual, couples/marital, and family counseling we also have group counseling. We also offer psychological and psycho-educational assessment. Lastly, Counseling limited license supervision is also offered.
The ATPWC Family would be honored, and humbled, to walk alongside you to help you to discern where your pain, joys, and struggles are rooted.
Are you looking for a challenging, and rewarding, therapeutic experience that translates into lasting insight and change? We celebrate your courage to seek help. The clinicians at ATPWC have helped many with a variety of life changes, mental health, and substance abuse issues on an inpatient and outpatient basis. In addition to individual, couples/marital, and family counseling we also have group counseling. We also offer psychological and psycho-educational assessment. Lastly, Counseling limited license supervision is also offered.
I have personal experience with many life circumstances that have humbled me as a clinician, including trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and chronic illness.
The path to healing can be complex and even scary at times and we all handle life’s curveballs in our own unique ways. I believe in illuminating the inner parts of ourselves that we aren’t always aware of, but that allow us to better navigate our own path. As a therapist, I believe every person has the potential for change and to live a meaningful life and it is my job to assist you on that path.
I have personal experience with many life circumstances that have humbled me as a clinician, including trauma, grief, loss, anxiety, depression, and chronic illness.
The path to healing can be complex and even scary at times and we all handle life’s curveballs in our own unique ways. I believe in illuminating the inner parts of ourselves that we aren’t always aware of, but that allow us to better navigate our own path. As a therapist, I believe every person has the potential for change and to live a meaningful life and it is my job to assist you on that path.
Veronica H Lopiccolo
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, ACS
Verified Verified
13 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
I would be honored to walk alongside of you to help you to discern where your pain, joys, and struggles are rooted. I find great joy in helping clients to release the chains in their lives that are holding them back from their greatest potential. Let's explore what your strengths, challenges, and growing edges are together. Please allow me to help you to believe the truth that hope and healing can happen for you. Together, we can change the next chapter of your life! It is never too late.
I would be honored to walk alongside of you to help you to discern where your pain, joys, and struggles are rooted. I find great joy in helping clients to release the chains in their lives that are holding them back from their greatest potential. Let's explore what your strengths, challenges, and growing edges are together. Please allow me to help you to believe the truth that hope and healing can happen for you. Together, we can change the next chapter of your life! It is never too late.
Life's challenges keep coming. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationships, anger; do these issues sound familiar? I am dedicated to assisting people working through these and other problems getting in the way of living a productive and emotionally satisfying life. My clients seek counseling to: cope with anxiety and panic attacks; resolve troubling relationships; learn stress reduction skills to manage physical and mental reactions to chronic illness; cope with transitions and losses; manage anger and/or prevent angry outbursts; and explore whether their substance use, eating, or gambling patterns are interfering with their lives. Often Cognitive Behavioral therapy can help.
Life's challenges keep coming. Depression, anxiety, substance abuse, relationships, anger; do these issues sound familiar? I am dedicated to assisting people working through these and other problems getting in the way of living a productive and emotionally satisfying life. My clients seek counseling to: cope with anxiety and panic attacks; resolve troubling relationships; learn stress reduction skills to manage physical and mental reactions to chronic illness; cope with transitions and losses; manage anger and/or prevent angry outbursts; and explore whether their substance use, eating, or gambling patterns are interfering with their lives. Often Cognitive Behavioral therapy can help.
I am a professor at Wayne State and have published several peer reviewed article on happiness and optimal mental health. My latest book is "How Good Can You Stand It?" I can help you with depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, obsessive-compulsive issues, marital issues, family problems, sexual issues, anger/domestic violence, stress and burn-out, chronic pain, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence. I truly care and will be there for you through thick and thin. You can count on me! Tom Kelley
I am a professor at Wayne State and have published several peer reviewed article on happiness and optimal mental health. My latest book is "How Good Can You Stand It?" I can help you with depression, anxiety, phobias, addictions, obsessive-compulsive issues, marital issues, family problems, sexual issues, anger/domestic violence, stress and burn-out, chronic pain, juvenile delinquency, domestic violence. I truly care and will be there for you through thick and thin. You can count on me! Tom Kelley
Bernice (Bernie) Komraus
Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48314
Waitlist for new clients
Have you ever felt like life is flying out of control? Perhaps you are watching a loved one go through a rough time and just need to talk and process what is going on for you. Emotional situations such as loss, grief, life transitions, medical illness, emotional illness, job loss and stress can be overwhelming. Talking and working with another person can help. Choosing to begin therapy shows incredible inner strength and a desire to invest in YOU. Therapy can help you return to a stable, comfortable life, while protecting you in a safe, warm, compassionate and non- judgmental environment.
Have you ever felt like life is flying out of control? Perhaps you are watching a loved one go through a rough time and just need to talk and process what is going on for you. Emotional situations such as loss, grief, life transitions, medical illness, emotional illness, job loss and stress can be overwhelming. Talking and working with another person can help. Choosing to begin therapy shows incredible inner strength and a desire to invest in YOU. Therapy can help you return to a stable, comfortable life, while protecting you in a safe, warm, compassionate and non- judgmental environment.
Specialties include: Grief Counseling Depression Bipolar Disorder Other mental health issues (not sure how to word this) Issues include: Adoption Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Career Counseling Chronic Illness Codependency Divorce Domestic Violence Emotional Disturbance family Conflict.
Accepting New clients! There is no waitlist in most cases you can get appointment in one week. I am a fully licensed clinical social worker. Finding a therapist who understands your needs can be very difficult but with my 25+ years experience with mental health and substance abuse treatment I can help you live a more satisfying life
Specialties include: Grief Counseling Depression Bipolar Disorder Other mental health issues (not sure how to word this) Issues include: Adoption Anger Management Anxiety Behavioral Issues Career Counseling Chronic Illness Codependency Divorce Domestic Violence Emotional Disturbance family Conflict.
Accepting New clients! There is no waitlist in most cases you can get appointment in one week. I am a fully licensed clinical social worker. Finding a therapist who understands your needs can be very difficult but with my 25+ years experience with mental health and substance abuse treatment I can help you live a more satisfying life
Meagan R Riesenberger (Hahn)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, OSW-C
Verified Verified
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
In addition to my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Wayne State University, I am also Board Certified in Oncology Social Work and have extensive training in oncology, terminal illness and medical distress.
Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Almost two decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, body image, caregiver stress, family issues, relationship struggles and adjustment disorders/life transitions.
In addition to my Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Social Work from Wayne State University, I am also Board Certified in Oncology Social Work and have extensive training in oncology, terminal illness and medical distress.
Sometimes when you feel broken, you need the help of another to rebuild. But where do you start when you’re seeking a therapist who is empathetic and experienced, supportive and compassionate? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker with 15 years experience, I promise I am here to offer you a hand, not a judgment. Almost two decades, I have worked with individuals, couples and families specializing in depression, anxiety, grief/loss, bereavement, body image, caregiver stress, family issues, relationship struggles and adjustment disorders/life transitions.
Josh Jostock
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48311
I offer a very personalized approach to counseling. I believe in the power of a person's story and how that story has brought them to where they are at presently. I work from an integrated person-centered approach. One size/technique does NOT fit all in counseling. Moreover, I'm a believer in the therapeutic relationship being the key ingredient to effective therapy. I work with issues such as: grief, depression, anxiety, chronic- pain, panic, school issues and much more. Counseling is not the easy way through a life concern; it takes work and commitment. I promise to offer a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration.
I offer a very personalized approach to counseling. I believe in the power of a person's story and how that story has brought them to where they are at presently. I work from an integrated person-centered approach. One size/technique does NOT fit all in counseling. Moreover, I'm a believer in the therapeutic relationship being the key ingredient to effective therapy. I work with issues such as: grief, depression, anxiety, chronic- pain, panic, school issues and much more. Counseling is not the easy way through a life concern; it takes work and commitment. I promise to offer a safe, non-judgmental space for self-exploration.
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Changing Perspectives Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CCTP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
Specializing in areas such as grief, chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, and stress inducing situations gives me the ability to help people who are going through life events that are often difficult to manage.
We specialize in helping people who have or are caring for someone with a chronic illnesses, are suffering from grief and loss, are experiencing anxiety that is negatively impacting day to day life. Our goal is to help teach clients how to utilize healthy coping skills, set boundaries and work through the stressors of life in more positive ways. Whether it is job related, an illness, or the death of a loved one, having healthy coping skills and boundaries will help ease the burdens of life.
Specializing in areas such as grief, chronic illness, trauma, anxiety, and stress inducing situations gives me the ability to help people who are going through life events that are often difficult to manage.
We specialize in helping people who have or are caring for someone with a chronic illnesses, are suffering from grief and loss, are experiencing anxiety that is negatively impacting day to day life. Our goal is to help teach clients how to utilize healthy coping skills, set boundaries and work through the stressors of life in more positive ways. Whether it is job related, an illness, or the death of a loved one, having healthy coping skills and boundaries will help ease the burdens of life.
Krystal M Davis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, CAADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Treating Mental Health and Addiction is my mission. Helping others to work through setbacks and actualize their fullest potential is the greatest gift. It has always been my joy to help others and I believe that people can change their lives to achieve a better quality of living. That is what this work is all about, helping you!
Treating Mental Health and Addiction is my mission. Helping others to work through setbacks and actualize their fullest potential is the greatest gift. It has always been my joy to help others and I believe that people can change their lives to achieve a better quality of living. That is what this work is all about, helping you!
Lauren Alyssa Sparks
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Sterling Heights, MI 48313
Waitlist for new clients
Struggle is part of what it means to be human. Many of us deal with significant stress related to struggles with communication, relationships, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am an experienced therapist who specializes in helping clients learn to cope with difficulties and challenges while exploring the historical and relational reasons behind their struggles. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced traumatic events in their lives and are looking for a way forward.
Struggle is part of what it means to be human. Many of us deal with significant stress related to struggles with communication, relationships, anxiety, depression, or trauma. I am an experienced therapist who specializes in helping clients learn to cope with difficulties and challenges while exploring the historical and relational reasons behind their struggles. I specialize in working with clients who have experienced traumatic events in their lives and are looking for a way forward.
Audrey Lynne Sayes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
Sterling Heights, MI 48310
I have helped people from various backgrounds and all walks of life learn to manage their symptoms using talk therapy and positive coping strategies, and to address challenges as they arise. A combination of empathy, compassionate listening and trauma-focused strategies are used to help you feel safe and comfortable throughout the therapy experience.
I have helped people from various backgrounds and all walks of life learn to manage their symptoms using talk therapy and positive coping strategies, and to address challenges as they arise. A combination of empathy, compassionate listening and trauma-focused strategies are used to help you feel safe and comfortable throughout the therapy experience.
Mica Lorenz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, BS, LMSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48310 (Online Only)
Coming to therapy can be a difficult decision, but you have already done the hardest step! I value creating a safe space to express yourself. I use a strength based model, centered around your needs and values. My approach is to work collaboratively with clients to ensure they meet their goals. I hope to help provide you with the tools to manage your mental health with healthy coping skills. Providing support while using humor and realistic situations for my clients is my top priority.
Coming to therapy can be a difficult decision, but you have already done the hardest step! I value creating a safe space to express yourself. I use a strength based model, centered around your needs and values. My approach is to work collaboratively with clients to ensure they meet their goals. I hope to help provide you with the tools to manage your mental health with healthy coping skills. Providing support while using humor and realistic situations for my clients is my top priority.
Laura Ray
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sterling Heights, MI 48314 (Online Only)
I earned my graduate education from The University of Michigan. I am a kind, compassionate therapist dedicated to helping others. My goal is to provide an environment in which people feel comfortable and supported in order to achieve positive change in their lives. My approach is centered around helping clients identify their own goals and working together through a collaborative therapeutic process to help them meet those goals. During this process, I work to provide clients with effective skills for managing health and life challenges.
I earned my graduate education from The University of Michigan. I am a kind, compassionate therapist dedicated to helping others. My goal is to provide an environment in which people feel comfortable and supported in order to achieve positive change in their lives. My approach is centered around helping clients identify their own goals and working together through a collaborative therapeutic process to help them meet those goals. During this process, I work to provide clients with effective skills for managing health and life challenges.
My psychology focuses on one's ability to grow, gain stable emotional health and have satisfying relationships. I see clients dealing with anxiety, depression, co-dependency, coping skills, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, crisis management, post-traumatic stress, and geriatric issues. I help my clients separate their thinking from their feelings, to be able to see what is real from what they are feeling. That is, what is going on inside themselves; introducing the opportunity to live without anxiety, fear, and depression. Feelings are often easily confused for reality and it is helpful to be able to recognize the difference.
My psychology focuses on one's ability to grow, gain stable emotional health and have satisfying relationships. I see clients dealing with anxiety, depression, co-dependency, coping skills, self-esteem, life transitions, grief, crisis management, post-traumatic stress, and geriatric issues. I help my clients separate their thinking from their feelings, to be able to see what is real from what they are feeling. That is, what is going on inside themselves; introducing the opportunity to live without anxiety, fear, and depression. Feelings are often easily confused for reality and it is helpful to be able to recognize the difference.
Taylor believes in empowering each person she talks to. She strives to make her counseling space one that a client can feel comfortable and safe while sharing their experiences. She is easy going and offers immense support. She believes that there is hope and healing that can come from any situation. She loves to listen, problem solve, and encourage clients. Taylor specializes in grief and loss, pre-marital and marital counseling, family, adolescents, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Taylor is also very passionate about helping diminish feelings of loneliness that both men and women feel in everyday life.
Taylor believes in empowering each person she talks to. She strives to make her counseling space one that a client can feel comfortable and safe while sharing their experiences. She is easy going and offers immense support. She believes that there is hope and healing that can come from any situation. She loves to listen, problem solve, and encourage clients. Taylor specializes in grief and loss, pre-marital and marital counseling, family, adolescents, depression, anxiety, and life transitions. Taylor is also very passionate about helping diminish feelings of loneliness that both men and women feel in everyday life.
I am a licensed psychologist as well as 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 as well as 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.
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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.