Chronic Pain Therapists in Ridgewood, NJ
Advanced Psychological Specialists, LLC
Psychologist, PhD, ABPP
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
As one travels through the different stages of life, many challenges inevitably arise. These challenges can be the result of life circumstances, such as chronic pain, loss of a loved one, childhood/ parenting problems or relationship difficulties. These challenges can also be due to chronic or severe conditions such as depression, anxiety, cognitive disorder or thought disorder. A thorough assessment and psychological treatment plan can help you navigate all of these types of challenges and achieve optimal emotional health.
As one travels through the different stages of life, many challenges inevitably arise. These challenges can be the result of life circumstances, such as chronic pain, loss of a loved one, childhood/ parenting problems or relationship difficulties. These challenges can also be due to chronic or severe conditions such as depression, anxiety, cognitive disorder or thought disorder. A thorough assessment and psychological treatment plan can help you navigate all of these types of challenges and achieve optimal emotional health.
In understanding that individuals in pain or having a particular challenge in life may make only one attempt at reaching out for help, I strive to welcome and set at ease every one who contacts me. Most therapy patients are ordinary people that have hit a bump in the road of life and cannot get past it on their own.
My commitment, through goal directed therapy, is to help those people return to their optimal level of coping with the sometimes mild, sometimes severe challenges that life brings their way and guide them back to a sense of well being.
In understanding that individuals in pain or having a particular challenge in life may make only one attempt at reaching out for help, I strive to welcome and set at ease every one who contacts me. Most therapy patients are ordinary people that have hit a bump in the road of life and cannot get past it on their own.
My commitment, through goal directed therapy, is to help those people return to their optimal level of coping with the sometimes mild, sometimes severe challenges that life brings their way and guide them back to a sense of well being.
Dr. Melissa L Donahue
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW, CST
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450
Patients who have benefitted struggled with differences in desire, arousal, orgasm challenges, & pain.
As a leader in sexual health and wellness, Dr. Donahue understands the complexities many people face in their lives and how it can impact their sexuality. All people are sexual beings, and their quality of life can suffer when experiencing challenges in this area. All ages, genders, ethnicities, and religious backgrounds can benefit from sex therapy. Dr. Donahue's broad spectrum of knowledge is advantageous when working with the whole patient, leaning into the body-mind connection.
Patients who have benefitted struggled with differences in desire, arousal, orgasm challenges, & pain.
As a leader in sexual health and wellness, Dr. Donahue understands the complexities many people face in their lives and how it can impact their sexuality. All people are sexual beings, and their quality of life can suffer when experiencing challenges in this area. All ages, genders, ethnicities, and religious backgrounds can benefit from sex therapy. Dr. Donahue's broad spectrum of knowledge is advantageous when working with the whole patient, leaning into the body-mind connection.
I cover several areas including anxiety, depression, cancer, infertility, anger management, chronic pain, grief, trauma, and individuals with special needs.
I have been in private practice for more than 20 years. I work in Northern New Jersey and provide short-term psychotherapy using psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR and IFS. I feel using an integrated model produces the best results. Every client is different so it's necessary to use multiple modalities --a one size fits all model does not work in therapy. I like working in partnership with clients. I am approachable, warm, nurturing and active in my sessions. I believe it's essential to be available to clients and return phone calls and emails on a timely basis
I cover several areas including anxiety, depression, cancer, infertility, anger management, chronic pain, grief, trauma, and individuals with special needs.
I have been in private practice for more than 20 years. I work in Northern New Jersey and provide short-term psychotherapy using psychodynamic psychotherapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR and IFS. I feel using an integrated model produces the best results. Every client is different so it's necessary to use multiple modalities --a one size fits all model does not work in therapy. I like working in partnership with clients. I am approachable, warm, nurturing and active in my sessions. I believe it's essential to be available to clients and return phone calls and emails on a timely basis
My clients tell me that I help make the therapeutic process easier by understanding their pain, while giving them hope.
Are you feeling that life is more difficult than it should be? Do you think you might be suffering from anxiety or depression? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I understand these feelings can be very painful, scary, and all-consuming. That is why I use a collaborative, non-judgmental approach during the course of therapy. My work begins with listening to my clients with compassion. Once that connection is made with a therapist, I believe the client is on the road to having a brighter future. I look forward to speaking with you, and answering your questions.
My clients tell me that I help make the therapeutic process easier by understanding their pain, while giving them hope.
Are you feeling that life is more difficult than it should be? Do you think you might be suffering from anxiety or depression? As a Licensed Clinical Social Worker, I understand these feelings can be very painful, scary, and all-consuming. That is why I use a collaborative, non-judgmental approach during the course of therapy. My work begins with listening to my clients with compassion. Once that connection is made with a therapist, I believe the client is on the road to having a brighter future. I look forward to speaking with you, and answering your questions.
I am dedicated to helping individuals develop the skills to resolve interpersonal and psychological issues. I have specialty training in anxiety and depression, family therapy, grief/bereavement counseling, borderline personality disorder, and in health psychology; including pain and symptom management, anxiety reduction and adjustment to illness. I work with adolescents in the area of dealing with blended family issues, school avoidance, self harm and social anxiety. Regardless of the specific therapeutic issue, I take an individualized approach and focus on cultivating growth, insight and self-compassion.
I am dedicated to helping individuals develop the skills to resolve interpersonal and psychological issues. I have specialty training in anxiety and depression, family therapy, grief/bereavement counseling, borderline personality disorder, and in health psychology; including pain and symptom management, anxiety reduction and adjustment to illness. I work with adolescents in the area of dealing with blended family issues, school avoidance, self harm and social anxiety. Regardless of the specific therapeutic issue, I take an individualized approach and focus on cultivating growth, insight and self-compassion.
Anne Harutunian
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
Since completing my Masters degree in 2002, I've enjoyed a career working with individuals, couples, families, and groups in a variety of clinical settings. The majority of my experience has been in treating adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues including; divorce, addictions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, abuse and trauma, and chronic mental illness.
Since completing my Masters degree in 2002, I've enjoyed a career working with individuals, couples, families, and groups in a variety of clinical settings. The majority of my experience has been in treating adolescents and adults with a wide range of issues including; divorce, addictions, anxiety, depression, grief and loss, self-esteem, abuse and trauma, and chronic mental illness.
, coping with medical conditions such as chronic pain, fibromyalgia, IBS).
I am a clinical psychologist who primarily uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I work with clients of all ages-- I completed my doctoral training with a specialty in working with children and families, but I enjoy working with adults equally. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a supervisor, Assistant Clinic Director, and Coordinator of the DBT Program at Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS). There I have been involved in training doctoral students in clinical psychology for the last 11 years.
, coping with medical conditions such as chronic pain, fibromyalgia, IBS).
I am a clinical psychologist who primarily uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT). I work with clients of all ages-- I completed my doctoral training with a specialty in working with children and families, but I enjoy working with adults equally. In addition to my private practice, I serve as a supervisor, Assistant Clinic Director, and Coordinator of the DBT Program at Westchester Jewish Community Services (WJCS). There I have been involved in training doctoral students in clinical psychology for the last 11 years.
Other specialty areas include BFRBs, panic disorder and other anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, anger management, ibs, chronic pain, ADHD, assertiveness training, and help with "life" problems.
I am a certified cognitive therapist, www.academyofct.org, with over 20 years' experience practicing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I am committed to offering my clients state-of-the-art CBT interventions with substantial research support showing their effectiveness, so that I might provide for my clients the most appropriate and effective interventions available. At the same time, I understand the importance of providing a highly supportive environment conducive to helping people work on improving their lives.
Other specialty areas include BFRBs, panic disorder and other anxiety disorders, depression, substance abuse, anger management, ibs, chronic pain, ADHD, assertiveness training, and help with "life" problems.
I am a certified cognitive therapist, www.academyofct.org, with over 20 years' experience practicing cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT). I am committed to offering my clients state-of-the-art CBT interventions with substantial research support showing their effectiveness, so that I might provide for my clients the most appropriate and effective interventions available. At the same time, I understand the importance of providing a highly supportive environment conducive to helping people work on improving their lives.
After obtaining a Ph.D. in School Psychology, I completed a Post-Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology, working with adults. I subsequently entered private practice and worked with a very diverse client population. Issues I have treated include: depression, anxiety, PTSD/pain from accident and injury, ADHD, and relationship issues. After practicing for 15 years, I entered the business world and recently returned to clinical practice supplemented with years of business and life experience.
After obtaining a Ph.D. in School Psychology, I completed a Post-Doctoral Internship in Clinical Psychology, working with adults. I subsequently entered private practice and worked with a very diverse client population. Issues I have treated include: depression, anxiety, PTSD/pain from accident and injury, ADHD, and relationship issues. After practicing for 15 years, I entered the business world and recently returned to clinical practice supplemented with years of business and life experience.
I work across a broad spectrum of diagnostic presentations, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, adjustment issues, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, management of chronic medical illness, caregiver stress and perinatal mental health, with a particular emphasis on flexible application of evidence-based therapies (e.
Beginning therapy is a wonderful challenge and opportunity, one that I am committed to partnering in. My work often focuses on helping clients enact change, manage symptoms, cultivate meaning and live authentically. Additionally, my therapeutic stance is open, empathic and collaborative, creating a non-judgmental space to connect in the valued areas of your life. I am committed to considering the multifaceted aspects of your identity, in understanding your lived experience and moving towards your goals.
I work across a broad spectrum of diagnostic presentations, including depression, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, adjustment issues, grief and loss, relationship difficulties, management of chronic medical illness, caregiver stress and perinatal mental health, with a particular emphasis on flexible application of evidence-based therapies (e.
Beginning therapy is a wonderful challenge and opportunity, one that I am committed to partnering in. My work often focuses on helping clients enact change, manage symptoms, cultivate meaning and live authentically. Additionally, my therapeutic stance is open, empathic and collaborative, creating a non-judgmental space to connect in the valued areas of your life. I am committed to considering the multifaceted aspects of your identity, in understanding your lived experience and moving towards your goals.
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As a therapist, I deal with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, chronic illness, life's challenges with an eclectic approach.
Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life? Even re-entering life after Covid-19? Are you feeling isolated? Scared? Insecure? Overwhelmed? Have normal everyday problems become magnified? If you have answered YES to ANY of these questions, NOW is the time to call me. I am here to help. While we work together for positive outcomes, YOU are the link to begin this process.
As a therapist, I deal with depression, anxiety, grief/loss, chronic illness, life's challenges with an eclectic approach.
Are you having difficulty adjusting to changes in your life? Even re-entering life after Covid-19? Are you feeling isolated? Scared? Insecure? Overwhelmed? Have normal everyday problems become magnified? If you have answered YES to ANY of these questions, NOW is the time to call me. I am here to help. While we work together for positive outcomes, YOU are the link to begin this process.
Our cumulative, customized modality is constructed to give each client maximum benefits & success to achieve their goals for all medical issues, surgery, pain management, weight management, bladder control, sports, test taking, focus, motivation, to aid in healing faster & more.
I Tori Valspirit, stand for my clients loving themselves, knowing their true values, expecting the best in life, being happy, healthy, strong and prosperous. Understanding that they can make a choice to transform and change their lives and make it all that it can be. As a result of my work as a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Teacher and Empowerment Coach knowing that we have the ability to create the lives that we were meant to have. Acknowledging the power within us because it is possible for human kind to experience Heaven on Earth.” Board Certification #F10319-600, Today we have a 93.4% success rate.
Our cumulative, customized modality is constructed to give each client maximum benefits & success to achieve their goals for all medical issues, surgery, pain management, weight management, bladder control, sports, test taking, focus, motivation, to aid in healing faster & more.
I Tori Valspirit, stand for my clients loving themselves, knowing their true values, expecting the best in life, being happy, healthy, strong and prosperous. Understanding that they can make a choice to transform and change their lives and make it all that it can be. As a result of my work as a Clinical Hypnotherapist, Teacher and Empowerment Coach knowing that we have the ability to create the lives that we were meant to have. Acknowledging the power within us because it is possible for human kind to experience Heaven on Earth.” Board Certification #F10319-600, Today we have a 93.4% success rate.
Dr. Lori Crowson
Licensed Professional Counselor, DBH, LPC, PLLC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
I have a passion to help people overcome trials of life, go in the direction of grace and acceptance, and come to terms with their shortcomings without feeling condemnation. My aim is to help people learn how to be hospitable rather than exist in a state of hostility or loneliness. While we cannot change difficult situations of our past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the resulting challenges in our life. We all share a common need to express emotions and learn new ways to cope effectively.
I have a passion to help people overcome trials of life, go in the direction of grace and acceptance, and come to terms with their shortcomings without feeling condemnation. My aim is to help people learn how to be hospitable rather than exist in a state of hostility or loneliness. While we cannot change difficult situations of our past, we can work together to better understand and resolve the resulting challenges in our life. We all share a common need to express emotions and learn new ways to cope effectively.
Holistic therapy with quick, excellent results is what I do best. I help you get unstuck, untangled, and feeling completely better---even in your very first session. Therapy can be the first step of your journey to a healthier, more fulfilled, and inspired YOU. Do you feel discouraged, depressed, or worry too much? Have you lost your motivation to do anything but the basics? Is your marriage heading towards divorce or reeling from infidelity? Come join me for a warm, personalized experience with real solutions for results in 5-10 sessions. My patients do not just heal, they also enjoy therapy!
Holistic therapy with quick, excellent results is what I do best. I help you get unstuck, untangled, and feeling completely better---even in your very first session. Therapy can be the first step of your journey to a healthier, more fulfilled, and inspired YOU. Do you feel discouraged, depressed, or worry too much? Have you lost your motivation to do anything but the basics? Is your marriage heading towards divorce or reeling from infidelity? Come join me for a warm, personalized experience with real solutions for results in 5-10 sessions. My patients do not just heal, they also enjoy therapy!
Pauline Carides
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
I enjoy my work as a therapist. The cornerstone of my success is my ability to provide a safe environment, listen intently, and genuinely engage with the individuals and families that I meet. Perhaps you are on the precipice of change, and you just can't take the first step. Maybe you are taking inventory of your life, and you need guidance on how to sum up your past and learn how to make new decisions in this moment with your eyes wide open. Together, we can sort out the transition and help you move toward positive transformation.
I enjoy my work as a therapist. The cornerstone of my success is my ability to provide a safe environment, listen intently, and genuinely engage with the individuals and families that I meet. Perhaps you are on the precipice of change, and you just can't take the first step. Maybe you are taking inventory of your life, and you need guidance on how to sum up your past and learn how to make new decisions in this moment with your eyes wide open. Together, we can sort out the transition and help you move toward positive transformation.
When you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or having other issues, talking to a professional can be very relieving. It is amazing the shift that can take place when you start to talk. I am a non-judgmental, interactive and supportive therapist who will listen to you and help you move towards positive change.
When you are experiencing stress, anxiety, depression or having other issues, talking to a professional can be very relieving. It is amazing the shift that can take place when you start to talk. I am a non-judgmental, interactive and supportive therapist who will listen to you and help you move towards positive change.
Suzanne Black Goodwin
Licensed Psychoanalyst, LMSW, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07451 (Online Only)
My goal in working with those who entrust me with their concerns and vulnerabilities is to enable them to find creative solutions to life dilemmas. My clients seek a confidential space where they can feel heard and understood without judgment. If you are feeling overwhelmed with fear, sadness, and anger--moving through it to relief is possible. The trusting partnership of the therapeutic relationship is key. https://headway.co/providers/suzanne-goodwin?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=19689
My goal in working with those who entrust me with their concerns and vulnerabilities is to enable them to find creative solutions to life dilemmas. My clients seek a confidential space where they can feel heard and understood without judgment. If you are feeling overwhelmed with fear, sadness, and anger--moving through it to relief is possible. The trusting partnership of the therapeutic relationship is key. https://headway.co/providers/suzanne-goodwin?utm_source=pem&utm_medium=direct_link&utm_campaign=19689
Mark Morris
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LMSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ridgewood, NJ 07450 (Online Only)
I am a psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to help them resolve issues interfering with emotional and mental health. My aim is to help empower clients to live a fully conscious and meaningful life in harmony with the world around them. Using the techniques and training listed below I’ve helped clients manage and overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and other issues. I also have experience as an EMT, Buddhist chaplain, and prison counselor, so I bring diverse perspectives on health and the human condition to our work together.
I am a psychotherapist working with individuals and couples to help them resolve issues interfering with emotional and mental health. My aim is to help empower clients to live a fully conscious and meaningful life in harmony with the world around them. Using the techniques and training listed below I’ve helped clients manage and overcome relationship issues, anxiety, depression, trauma, substance abuse, and other issues. I also have experience as an EMT, Buddhist chaplain, and prison counselor, so I bring diverse perspectives on health and the human condition to our work together.
Would you like to manage the stressful issues and events of your life more effectively? Are everyday problems more difficult than they should be? Are the extraordinary or traumatic events completely overwhelming? Is your personal and professional life not as fulfilling as you want? Is alcohol or drug use exacerbating your problems? Are your usual methods of coping with problems failing to bring relief? Maybe it's time to try a new approach. Crisis, as traumatic as it may seem, can be an opportunity to examine and re-negotiate life events and life choices for a more fulfilling future.
Would you like to manage the stressful issues and events of your life more effectively? Are everyday problems more difficult than they should be? Are the extraordinary or traumatic events completely overwhelming? Is your personal and professional life not as fulfilling as you want? Is alcohol or drug use exacerbating your problems? Are your usual methods of coping with problems failing to bring relief? Maybe it's time to try a new approach. Crisis, as traumatic as it may seem, can be an opportunity to examine and re-negotiate life events and life choices for a more fulfilling future.
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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.