Chronic Pain Therapists in Westland, MI
I offer compassion, genuineness, and understanding in a safe environment. I listen to my clients and from my 16 years of experience, I offer real solutions. I specialize in PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Child Abuse, Substance Abuse, Sexual Abuse and Neglect. I do my best to create a comfortable environment that allows the client to break barriers and gain access and insight to the root cause of their pain. I educate my clients on how to open up and explore their wounds without judgment or fear. As a result of your work, you gain the life you never believed was possible.
I offer compassion, genuineness, and understanding in a safe environment. I listen to my clients and from my 16 years of experience, I offer real solutions. I specialize in PTSD, Anxiety, Depression, Child Abuse, Substance Abuse, Sexual Abuse and Neglect. I do my best to create a comfortable environment that allows the client to break barriers and gain access and insight to the root cause of their pain. I educate my clients on how to open up and explore their wounds without judgment or fear. As a result of your work, you gain the life you never believed was possible.
She treats addictions, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD and chronic pain.
Deborah Kalfayan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 1990. She graduated from Boston University with a master's degree in Counseling and Education. She also graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Psychology and Linguistics. She holds a certification in the treatment of drug and alcohol addictions (CAADC). Deborah believes in that drug addictions can be overcome and that individuals may return to a state of growth. Deborah treats psychological disorders with the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
She treats addictions, depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, PTSD, ADHD and chronic pain.
Deborah Kalfayan is a Licensed Professional Counselor, who has been practicing since 1990. She graduated from Boston University with a master's degree in Counseling and Education. She also graduated from the University of Michigan with a B.A. in Psychology and Linguistics. She holds a certification in the treatment of drug and alcohol addictions (CAADC). Deborah believes in that drug addictions can be overcome and that individuals may return to a state of growth. Deborah treats psychological disorders with the use of Cognitive Behavioral Therapy.
My true aspirations as a therapist are represented by my enjoyment of working with people, listening and engaging in helping families, children, and adults. I have grown to understand the importance of forming a trusting therapeutic alliance and establishing a good rapport with each client. Throughout the progression of my career, I have recognized the importance of offering highly accessible support, empathy, and compassion in a collaborative environment. I provide psychotherapy for a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship concerns.
My true aspirations as a therapist are represented by my enjoyment of working with people, listening and engaging in helping families, children, and adults. I have grown to understand the importance of forming a trusting therapeutic alliance and establishing a good rapport with each client. Throughout the progression of my career, I have recognized the importance of offering highly accessible support, empathy, and compassion in a collaborative environment. I provide psychotherapy for a wide range of disorders, including anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, and relationship concerns.
Thrive Abundance
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48186 (Online Only)
Welcome to Thrive Abundance, where we offer online therapy for kids, teens, young adults, middle-aged adults, and aging adults. Led by Kyle Hill, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in social work, homelessness support, probation, parole, corrections, and community outreach, our practice provides personalized individual and group sessions. Using evidence-based modalities like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, we address anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, trauma, and life transitions. Kyle’s deep understanding of his community
Welcome to Thrive Abundance, where we offer online therapy for kids, teens, young adults, middle-aged adults, and aging adults. Led by Kyle Hill, a licensed clinical social worker with extensive experience in social work, homelessness support, probation, parole, corrections, and community outreach, our practice provides personalized individual and group sessions. Using evidence-based modalities like cognitive-behavioral therapy, mindfulness, solution-focused therapy, and dialectical behavior therapy, we address anxiety, depression, stress, behavioral problems, trauma, and life transitions. Kyle’s deep understanding of his community
Primacare has 11 therapists on staff: including psychologists, social workers and licensed professional counselors. We have been serving Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio for over 28 years. Primacare recognizes the value of each and every individual. Through our programs and services, we have positioned ourselves to assist individuals by providing positive life changing experiences. The impact of our services can be measured by the feedback from our patients. Our goal is to empower each and every individual that receives services from us in order to allow them to live their life to the fullest.
Primacare has 11 therapists on staff: including psychologists, social workers and licensed professional counselors. We have been serving Southeast Michigan and Northern Ohio for over 28 years. Primacare recognizes the value of each and every individual. Through our programs and services, we have positioned ourselves to assist individuals by providing positive life changing experiences. The impact of our services can be measured by the feedback from our patients. Our goal is to empower each and every individual that receives services from us in order to allow them to live their life to the fullest.
Essence L. Uke
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LLMSW, RSST, QIDP, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48186 (Online Only)
My ideal client is someone facing challenges in their everyday life. They may be dealing with overwhelming debt, struggling to make sound financial decisions, or experiencing anxiety and conflict around money. Alternatively, they might be navigating the difficult journey of grief after losing a loved one, or they may be dealing with the long-lasting impacts of some other challenge. These clients need a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings and experiences. They require practical tools and strategies to manage their emotions and make positive changes in their lives.
My ideal client is someone facing challenges in their everyday life. They may be dealing with overwhelming debt, struggling to make sound financial decisions, or experiencing anxiety and conflict around money. Alternatively, they might be navigating the difficult journey of grief after losing a loved one, or they may be dealing with the long-lasting impacts of some other challenge. These clients need a safe, non-judgmental space to explore their feelings and experiences. They require practical tools and strategies to manage their emotions and make positive changes in their lives.
Jennifer Buswinka
Limited Licensed Psychologist, MS, LLP, LLMFT
Verified Verified
Westland, MI 48185
Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and we all have times when we need extra support in order to deal with the stressors that we are faced with. I help people to better understand their difficulties and to develop coping skills that lead to happier, more fulfilling lives. My background in human resource management and coaching youth sports gives me a unique perspective regarding challenges my clients face at both work and school. Recent events in the world due to the Covid-19 pandemic have led to a significant increase in anxiety and depression. It has changed life for people in unprecedented ways. Therapy can help.
Life can be overwhelming sometimes, and we all have times when we need extra support in order to deal with the stressors that we are faced with. I help people to better understand their difficulties and to develop coping skills that lead to happier, more fulfilling lives. My background in human resource management and coaching youth sports gives me a unique perspective regarding challenges my clients face at both work and school. Recent events in the world due to the Covid-19 pandemic have led to a significant increase in anxiety and depression. It has changed life for people in unprecedented ways. Therapy can help.
Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices.
To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.
Cruz Clinic is a family centered, out-patient mental health clinic that has provided comprehensive counseling services in the metro-Detroit area for over 25 years. Its commitment is to provide unexcelled professional services for the entire family from childhood through aging. Since it's inception the clinic's primary goal has been to tailor treatment plans to meet specific patient needs. This is done in conjucntion with the patient to enhace overall functioning by reflecting and building on innate strengths, developing stability, adjustment, and independence. Treatment also includes increasing coping skills to enable better decision-making and healthier lifestyle choices.
To accomplish these goals, Cruz Clinic offers an interdisciplinary team of therapists (Psychiatrist, Psychologist, and Social Worker) who are constantly upgrading their professional credentails and training.
Stacy Peterson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, ACSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Westland, MI 48185 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I believe that we are all worthy of dignity, respect and love. This does not mean we have not suffered or experienced shame, guilt and loss-for things we have done and things that have been done to us. With you as the guide and me in a support role, I hope we can explore these issues so that healing and peace will occur. On this sometimes difficult and challenging journey, I hope we can get to work together to find resolution and understanding and come to the place where you are empowered to make new and healthier choices. I am currently unable to take on new clients at this time.
I believe that we are all worthy of dignity, respect and love. This does not mean we have not suffered or experienced shame, guilt and loss-for things we have done and things that have been done to us. With you as the guide and me in a support role, I hope we can explore these issues so that healing and peace will occur. On this sometimes difficult and challenging journey, I hope we can get to work together to find resolution and understanding and come to the place where you are empowered to make new and healthier choices. I am currently unable to take on new clients at this time.
Will Schaefer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Practitioner in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. He has a Master of Social Work from The State University of New York at Albany. Will understands that life is full of challenges and believes that talking to an unbiased, nonjudgmental person can be tremendously helpful. As your therapist, Will's primary focus is to create a strong therapeutic relationship in a relaxed environment, enabling you to collaboratively achieve your goals and overcome any barriers in your life.
Will Schaefer is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker Practitioner in Michigan who has been practicing since 2020. He has a Master of Social Work from The State University of New York at Albany. Will understands that life is full of challenges and believes that talking to an unbiased, nonjudgmental person can be tremendously helpful. As your therapist, Will's primary focus is to create a strong therapeutic relationship in a relaxed environment, enabling you to collaboratively achieve your goals and overcome any barriers in your life.
Dr. Mohammad has been practicing as a fully licensed psychologist for over 30 years. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois and has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in various care settings. Dr. Mohammad seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. She believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change.
Dr. Mohammad has been practicing as a fully licensed psychologist for over 30 years. She completed her doctorate in clinical psychology from the Illinois School of Professional Psychology in Chicago, Illinois and has worked with children, adolescents, adults, and couples in various care settings. Dr. Mohammad seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. She believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change.
As a therapist, I am a guide and facilitator who supports clients by listening, asking questions and offering tools and processes tailored to the client's unique needs and circumstances. Client come to therapy for a variety of reasons including relationship conflict, family issues, grief and loss, coping skills and life transitions. My role is to create a safe and welcoming place for client's that is accepting, non judgmental and calming. Through mindful communication, clients can find the path forward that is consistent with their values, beliefs and goals.
As a therapist, I am a guide and facilitator who supports clients by listening, asking questions and offering tools and processes tailored to the client's unique needs and circumstances. Client come to therapy for a variety of reasons including relationship conflict, family issues, grief and loss, coping skills and life transitions. My role is to create a safe and welcoming place for client's that is accepting, non judgmental and calming. Through mindful communication, clients can find the path forward that is consistent with their values, beliefs and goals.
Jackie Boboescu, PMHNP, is dedicated to actively listening to her patients and empathizing with their unique situations. Practicing in Michigan, Jackie focuses on providing individualized care to help clients achieve their mental health goals. She serves a diverse range of age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, ensuring that each person receives the support they need at every stage of life. Jackie is particularly passionate about treating ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Jackie Boboescu, PMHNP, is dedicated to actively listening to her patients and empathizing with their unique situations. Practicing in Michigan, Jackie focuses on providing individualized care to help clients achieve their mental health goals. She serves a diverse range of age groups, including children, adolescents, adults, and seniors, ensuring that each person receives the support they need at every stage of life. Jackie is particularly passionate about treating ADHD, anxiety, and bipolar disorder.
Megan Sheeran is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master's in Social Work. Megan specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques. With a passion for helping clients navigate through life's challenges, Megan has honed her expertise in assisting individuals facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, and other mental health complaints.
Megan Sheeran is a Licensed Master Social Worker in Michigan who has been practicing since 2016. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a Master's in Social Work. Megan specializes in cognitive behavioral therapy, dialectical behavior therapy, and motivational interviewing techniques. With a passion for helping clients navigate through life's challenges, Megan has honed her expertise in assisting individuals facing symptoms of anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, addictions, and other mental health complaints.
Diane works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Diane believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Diane works with individuals who are looking to gain insight into themselves and improve their quality of life. She seeks to understand each individual holistically, including their backgrounds and the strengths they already possess to provide an individualized approach. Diane believes that establishing a strong alliance with her clients is essential to getting the most out of therapy and creating lasting change. Through this alliance, she partners with her clients to explore and address thought and behavior patterns that serve as barriers to enjoying life fully.
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. — Raymond Hull. Are you seeking new methods of communication with others as well as to yourself? With two decades of experience, I want to support you in your journey of healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety and situational life struggles. I'll provide you compassionate and empathetic treatment that may involve CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, along with other methods that caters to bringing out the peace of mind that you deserve.
Peace of mind is attained not by ignoring problems, but by solving them. — Raymond Hull. Are you seeking new methods of communication with others as well as to yourself? With two decades of experience, I want to support you in your journey of healing from PTSD, depression, anxiety and situational life struggles. I'll provide you compassionate and empathetic treatment that may involve CBT, Solution-Focused Therapy, Moral Reconation Therapy, along with other methods that caters to bringing out the peace of mind that you deserve.
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Dr. Patty Richardson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Plymouth, MI 48170 (Online Only)
My research examines how mobile mindfulness apps can help children and teens manage stress, worries, and pain.
As a pediatric clinical psychologist, I specialize in harnessing evidence-based, cutting-edge psychological interventions to help children, teens, young adults, parents, and families overcome anxiety, depression, school challenges, suicidality/self-harm, parenting stress, chronic pain, sleep concerns, physical symptoms (somatic, conversion/FNSD), and cope with chronic medical illness. I have practiced in Metro Detroit and the San Francisco Bay Area for over 10 years and I've been fortunate to train at world-class institutions, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Stanford University.
My research examines how mobile mindfulness apps can help children and teens manage stress, worries, and pain.
As a pediatric clinical psychologist, I specialize in harnessing evidence-based, cutting-edge psychological interventions to help children, teens, young adults, parents, and families overcome anxiety, depression, school challenges, suicidality/self-harm, parenting stress, chronic pain, sleep concerns, physical symptoms (somatic, conversion/FNSD), and cope with chronic medical illness. I have practiced in Metro Detroit and the San Francisco Bay Area for over 10 years and I've been fortunate to train at world-class institutions, including St. Jude Children's Research Hospital and Stanford University.
For over a decade, I've been a psychologist at the University of Michigan, specializing in chronic pain.
Welcome. I’m currently accepting new clients. If you're here, it likely means something in your life needs attention. This step you have taken is important. Whether you’ve been in therapy before or this is your first time, I’m glad you’re here. I provide individual therapy for adults who are dealing with challenges to their mental health, physical health, or both. Do you live with a chronic illness or chronic pain? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the healthcare system, work, or relationships? Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or burnout. If any of this resonates, let’s explore whether we’re a good fit.
For over a decade, I've been a psychologist at the University of Michigan, specializing in chronic pain.
Welcome. I’m currently accepting new clients. If you're here, it likely means something in your life needs attention. This step you have taken is important. Whether you’ve been in therapy before or this is your first time, I’m glad you’re here. I provide individual therapy for adults who are dealing with challenges to their mental health, physical health, or both. Do you live with a chronic illness or chronic pain? Are you feeling overwhelmed by the healthcare system, work, or relationships? Maybe you’re dealing with anxiety, stress, or burnout. If any of this resonates, let’s explore whether we’re a good fit.
We offer various psychological evaluations for diagnosis, pain management, and bariatric surgery.
Therapy is an opportunity for you to learn about yourself and make the changes you want or need to make emotionally, cognitively, relationally or behaviorally. It is an art that must be tailored to each person. Our job as your therapist is to create an environment to help you grow and actively seize opportunities to make different choices and write your own story. We use person-centered approach which includes empathy, active listening, and honest feedback. We're careful not to make choices for you, but help you learn to make them for yourself.
We offer various psychological evaluations for diagnosis, pain management, and bariatric surgery.
Therapy is an opportunity for you to learn about yourself and make the changes you want or need to make emotionally, cognitively, relationally or behaviorally. It is an art that must be tailored to each person. Our job as your therapist is to create an environment to help you grow and actively seize opportunities to make different choices and write your own story. We use person-centered approach which includes empathy, active listening, and honest feedback. We're careful not to make choices for you, but help you learn to make them for yourself.
In addition to treating depression and anxiety, I assist those suffering with chronic pain, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and OCD.
Not Accepting New Clients As a dedicated health psychologist, I specialize in providing comprehensive care for individuals grappling with various health challenges, notably chronic pain. My practice extends to assisting individuals struggling with health anxieties, including those manifested as obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD). If you're seeking effective management strategies for these concerns and reside within Michigan or Florida, I invite you to reach out to schedule a video session. Together, we can explore tailored approaches to address your health and emotional well-being.
In addition to treating depression and anxiety, I assist those suffering with chronic pain, fibromyalgia, irritable bowel syndrome, and OCD.
Not Accepting New Clients As a dedicated health psychologist, I specialize in providing comprehensive care for individuals grappling with various health challenges, notably chronic pain. My practice extends to assisting individuals struggling with health anxieties, including those manifested as obsessive-compulsive disorders (OCD). If you're seeking effective management strategies for these concerns and reside within Michigan or Florida, I invite you to reach out to schedule a video session. Together, we can explore tailored approaches to address your health and emotional well-being.
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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.