Chronic Pain Therapists in North Ridgeville, OH
Being able to recognize our own strengths and how we have used those strengths to succeed in the past, can be a useful tool in reducing acute symptoms of anxiety, depression, and many other mental health concerns. Long-term, I work with clients in hopes of building the confidence and skill set to move forward knowing that they are more than capable of managing anything that life throws your way. I believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and that every person has the ability within themselves to not only enact change, but be their very own change agent.
Being able to recognize our own strengths and how we have used those strengths to succeed in the past, can be a useful tool in reducing acute symptoms of anxiety, depression, and many other mental health concerns. Long-term, I work with clients in hopes of building the confidence and skill set to move forward knowing that they are more than capable of managing anything that life throws your way. I believe in the inherent worth and dignity of every person, and that every person has the ability within themselves to not only enact change, but be their very own change agent.
The Phoenix Counseling Center
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
North Ridgeville, OH 44039 (Online Only)
I believe that counseling is an opportunity to connect with people in a safe and non-judgmental space. Many people struggle with anxiety, depression, mood swings, relationship issues, grief and loss and want to improve mental health towards psych stability. It is an honor for me to be with you on this journey through life. Along that journey I am excited to teach you coping skills as I learn about the battles you face. We are in this together.
I believe that counseling is an opportunity to connect with people in a safe and non-judgmental space. Many people struggle with anxiety, depression, mood swings, relationship issues, grief and loss and want to improve mental health towards psych stability. It is an honor for me to be with you on this journey through life. Along that journey I am excited to teach you coping skills as I learn about the battles you face. We are in this together.
Melissa Kathryn Jones-Vovk
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MEd
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Ridgeville, OH 44039 (Online Only)
As a licensed professional counselor (LPC) I feel it's important to empower clients by giving them the tools to meet their personal goals. Throughout life we go through life experiences where we may feel powerless or not in control, but we do have control over how we cope or react to life circumstances. By offering a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental place to guide clients through their healing process I hope to inspire confidence and the innate resiliency that I believe is in each of us.
As a licensed professional counselor (LPC) I feel it's important to empower clients by giving them the tools to meet their personal goals. Throughout life we go through life experiences where we may feel powerless or not in control, but we do have control over how we cope or react to life circumstances. By offering a safe, empathetic, and non-judgmental place to guide clients through their healing process I hope to inspire confidence and the innate resiliency that I believe is in each of us.
I have been practicing for over 35 years and still love the process of engaging with clients who desire to grow, improve their lives, and/or solve their problems through therapy. Assisting people during times of crisis, transition, personal struggle, trauma resolution, and family problems is what I do best as a psychologist. In addition I have worked hard to build a Practice involving many other therapists who have the same mission. My husband, Dave Zachau, who is also a therapist, and I have devoted our lives to helping others and building our community based Practice.
I have been practicing for over 35 years and still love the process of engaging with clients who desire to grow, improve their lives, and/or solve their problems through therapy. Assisting people during times of crisis, transition, personal struggle, trauma resolution, and family problems is what I do best as a psychologist. In addition I have worked hard to build a Practice involving many other therapists who have the same mission. My husband, Dave Zachau, who is also a therapist, and I have devoted our lives to helping others and building our community based Practice.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor in the state of Ohio. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, and trauma-related disorders. I offer diagnostic assessment and empirically based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), but use a combination of therapy techniques based on your individual needs including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness techniques with an emphasis on social skills training.
I am a licensed professional clinical counselor supervisor in the state of Ohio. My specialties include the treatment of anxiety disorders, depressive disorders, personality disorders, and trauma-related disorders. I offer diagnostic assessment and empirically based treatment for children, adolescents, and adults. I am certified in Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), but use a combination of therapy techniques based on your individual needs including cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) and Mindfulness techniques with an emphasis on social skills training.
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I often see people with looping thoughts, emotional flashbacks, chronic pain, invisible illness, and codependent mindsets.
I offer an integrative approach to psychological healing that works directly with the mind-body connection allowing access to the stories that trick our brains into believing hopeless, anxious, or burdensome thoughts. This gentle and powerful approach to the change process recognizes the biological, psychological, and social elements of suffering. We will work together to design a therapeutic experience that aligns with your values, comfort level, story, and symptoms.
I often see people with looping thoughts, emotional flashbacks, chronic pain, invisible illness, and codependent mindsets.
I offer an integrative approach to psychological healing that works directly with the mind-body connection allowing access to the stories that trick our brains into believing hopeless, anxious, or burdensome thoughts. This gentle and powerful approach to the change process recognizes the biological, psychological, and social elements of suffering. We will work together to design a therapeutic experience that aligns with your values, comfort level, story, and symptoms.
Mariam E Henderson-Rucker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lorain, OH 44052 (Online Only)
I specialize in working with adults to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, chronic illness, life transitions, divorce/separation and geriatric issues.
It is my mission in life and personal passion as an Licensed Clinical Social Worker to be of service to those navigating life's most complex and difficult challenges. During times of life transition, anyone can experience stress, loneliness, despair, insecurity, abandonment, heartbreak and suffering. I will tailor therapeutic approaches that are compatible with your unique personality, culture, issue and learning style. I offer empathy, compassion, relatable narratives and a Christian perspective. Collectively, we will identify your concerns and develop a treatment plan to specifically address your needs and achieve your goals.
I specialize in working with adults to address depression, anxiety, grief/loss, chronic illness, life transitions, divorce/separation and geriatric issues.
It is my mission in life and personal passion as an Licensed Clinical Social Worker to be of service to those navigating life's most complex and difficult challenges. During times of life transition, anyone can experience stress, loneliness, despair, insecurity, abandonment, heartbreak and suffering. I will tailor therapeutic approaches that are compatible with your unique personality, culture, issue and learning style. I offer empathy, compassion, relatable narratives and a Christian perspective. Collectively, we will identify your concerns and develop a treatment plan to specifically address your needs and achieve your goals.
Lee Strouse
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, RN, MSN
Verified Verified
Avon Lake, OH 44012
The stresses of life can sometimes accumulate, causing anxiety, depression, and anger. Relationships can become confusing and complicated. If you, a friend, or a family member are struggling with daily coping, I would like to help. I support clients and teach them skills to manage the daily stresses and joys of life. I care about you and offer an objective, accepting viewpoint. I also offer a peaceful, confidential, supportive environment to help men, women, and couples learn skills to manage life. I have a medical background, and I like helping the elderly and people with various illnesses and chronic pain.
The stresses of life can sometimes accumulate, causing anxiety, depression, and anger. Relationships can become confusing and complicated. If you, a friend, or a family member are struggling with daily coping, I would like to help. I support clients and teach them skills to manage the daily stresses and joys of life. I care about you and offer an objective, accepting viewpoint. I also offer a peaceful, confidential, supportive environment to help men, women, and couples learn skills to manage life. I have a medical background, and I like helping the elderly and people with various illnesses and chronic pain.
Lois A Fridenstine
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW-S, ACHT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lorain, OH 44052
Other areas of specialization are Foster care/Adoption; Domestic Violence including children who have seen a parent murder the other parent; Relationships; Chronic Illness; Alcoholic family systems; Behavior management; Self-esteem; and Parenting.
Children, families and adults are very special to me. Children ages 0-10, pre-teens, teens, college students and adults of all ages. Parent/Giuardian involvement, both father and mother, is mandatory when working with children. I have extensive training and experience in trauma treatment, family therapy, ADHD assessment and treatment and anxiety. My areas of specialization include depression; anxiety; trauma issues including rape, incest and childhood/adult emotional, physical and sexual abuse, neglect and poverty; grief and loss; and life adjustment.
Other areas of specialization are Foster care/Adoption; Domestic Violence including children who have seen a parent murder the other parent; Relationships; Chronic Illness; Alcoholic family systems; Behavior management; Self-esteem; and Parenting.
Children, families and adults are very special to me. Children ages 0-10, pre-teens, teens, college students and adults of all ages. Parent/Giuardian involvement, both father and mother, is mandatory when working with children. I have extensive training and experience in trauma treatment, family therapy, ADHD assessment and treatment and anxiety. My areas of specialization include depression; anxiety; trauma issues including rape, incest and childhood/adult emotional, physical and sexual abuse, neglect and poverty; grief and loss; and life adjustment.
Susan Adams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, AT, MA, MEd
Verified Verified
Avon, OH 44011 (Online Only)
Hope for the Journey is my professional motto. My goal is to partner with you on your life's journey as we find healing, peace, hope and authenticity. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I specialize in working with woman facing a variety of challenges including feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, having relationship issues, grief, anger, chronic illness, anxiety, difficulty sleeping and more. Treatment is uniquely tailored to meet your needs. I am ready to help!
Hope for the Journey is my professional motto. My goal is to partner with you on your life's journey as we find healing, peace, hope and authenticity. I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I specialize in working with woman facing a variety of challenges including feeling overwhelmed, stressed, depressed, having relationship issues, grief, anger, chronic illness, anxiety, difficulty sleeping and more. Treatment is uniquely tailored to meet your needs. I am ready to help!
Barbara Kappus Ward
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LISW, ERYT, CMHIMP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bay Village, OH 44140
Creating balance in mind, body and spirit is my personal and professional mission. I have been in the counseling field for over two decades. My experience has been very extensive from working with young children in a psychiatric setting to counseling the Geriatric population in hospital and nursing home settings to educating clients on integrative therapeutic approaches like yoga. Currently, my focus has been treating women issues, depression and anxiety issues, physical illness and traumas, parenting issues, cognitive impairment and life transitions. I prefer adults but have been skilled in working with children.
Creating balance in mind, body and spirit is my personal and professional mission. I have been in the counseling field for over two decades. My experience has been very extensive from working with young children in a psychiatric setting to counseling the Geriatric population in hospital and nursing home settings to educating clients on integrative therapeutic approaches like yoga. Currently, my focus has been treating women issues, depression and anxiety issues, physical illness and traumas, parenting issues, cognitive impairment and life transitions. I prefer adults but have been skilled in working with children.
I believe in the inherent wisdom that lies within each of us. Sometimes sadness, pain, anger, anxiety and discomfort can block us from that wisdom and we find ourselves stuck in our lives. My goal in helping my clients is to provide a safe environment within which we can work together to remove the blocks to joy, love, peace and happiness, furthering personal growth and healing. I truly believe that the answers we need lie within each of us. Part of my job is to help you sift through the layers to find the answer that is right for you.
I believe in the inherent wisdom that lies within each of us. Sometimes sadness, pain, anger, anxiety and discomfort can block us from that wisdom and we find ourselves stuck in our lives. My goal in helping my clients is to provide a safe environment within which we can work together to remove the blocks to joy, love, peace and happiness, furthering personal growth and healing. I truly believe that the answers we need lie within each of us. Part of my job is to help you sift through the layers to find the answer that is right for you.
Dr. Stringer is currently treating children over the age of 12, adults, older adults, couples, and individuals. She has extensive experience treating anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, adjustment disorders, occupational stress, personality disorders, chronic pain and illness as well as anger management issues. Of particular interest is resiliency and building protective factors to increase coping skills whether it is at work, with family or with a life change.
Dr. Stringer is currently treating children over the age of 12, adults, older adults, couples, and individuals. She has extensive experience treating anxiety, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, adjustment disorders, occupational stress, personality disorders, chronic pain and illness as well as anger management issues. Of particular interest is resiliency and building protective factors to increase coping skills whether it is at work, with family or with a life change.
I completed fellowship training in medical clinics for chronic pain (including a back pain and migraines), sleep disorders, women’s health, weight management.
I help clients reach the goals they value. This often includes taking time to connect to what you feel is important to you, even if it feels like you’ve ‘lost’ certain good parts of yourself or things you used to enjoy. Whether it's self-care, relationships, or changing situations that feel ‘stuck,’ we can turn hope into a good life. In therapy, we can better understand what roadblocks or patterns need to change. We can adjust expectations, set boundaries, learning new strategies, from day one.
I completed fellowship training in medical clinics for chronic pain (including a back pain and migraines), sleep disorders, women’s health, weight management.
I help clients reach the goals they value. This often includes taking time to connect to what you feel is important to you, even if it feels like you’ve ‘lost’ certain good parts of yourself or things you used to enjoy. Whether it's self-care, relationships, or changing situations that feel ‘stuck,’ we can turn hope into a good life. In therapy, we can better understand what roadblocks or patterns need to change. We can adjust expectations, set boundaries, learning new strategies, from day one.
Brandi Yackee
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Columbia Station, OH 44028
Counseling can be a great tool for people seeking help in navigating relationships and life struggles. Grief, anxiety, depression, body image issues are common struggles yet depending on the individual require unique methods or tools in order for them to see progress in their journey. Counseling can be intimidating for those who have never done it before but I am here to gently guide you and be someone who can listen to your needs and help you develop a plan of action, unique to you. Choosing to walk a path of healing can be hard but it's worth every step of the way.
Counseling can be a great tool for people seeking help in navigating relationships and life struggles. Grief, anxiety, depression, body image issues are common struggles yet depending on the individual require unique methods or tools in order for them to see progress in their journey. Counseling can be intimidating for those who have never done it before but I am here to gently guide you and be someone who can listen to your needs and help you develop a plan of action, unique to you. Choosing to walk a path of healing can be hard but it's worth every step of the way.
Catherine Kolleth
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Westlake, OH 44145 (Online Only)
I have been in the profession for over 12 years, and in that time I have worked with a large variety of clients. I started working in a mental health residential treatment facility for adolescents, then worked in community health care, substance abuse residential treatment and private practice. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addictions and LGBTQ+ hurdles. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse heal and become healthier, as well as embrace the happiness in their lives.
I have been in the profession for over 12 years, and in that time I have worked with a large variety of clients. I started working in a mental health residential treatment facility for adolescents, then worked in community health care, substance abuse residential treatment and private practice. I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, relationship issues, parenting problems, career challenges, addictions and LGBTQ+ hurdles. I have also helped many people who have experienced physical trauma or emotional abuse heal and become healthier, as well as embrace the happiness in their lives.
Seeking psychotherapy is a brave step toward emotional wellness. And choosing the right provider for you is essential for success. As a Clinical Psychologist, I utilize a wealth of research supported interventions which I personalize depending on your specific needs and style. I work with individuals and couples to achieve their personal goals of psychological wellness and healthy relationships. My mission is to help each person take meaningful steps toward emotional health and learn specific skills to maintain these gains long after therapy ends.
Seeking psychotherapy is a brave step toward emotional wellness. And choosing the right provider for you is essential for success. As a Clinical Psychologist, I utilize a wealth of research supported interventions which I personalize depending on your specific needs and style. I work with individuals and couples to achieve their personal goals of psychological wellness and healthy relationships. My mission is to help each person take meaningful steps toward emotional health and learn specific skills to maintain these gains long after therapy ends.
Whether it is helping you become the gatekeeper of your own thoughts, thinking and acting effectively given life’s challenges, realizing your own innate worth, or simply finding peace within yourself or your relationships, I am here to work with you. I have extensive experience in working with anxiety, mood, relationship issues and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). When we can take a step inward and understand ourselves (thoughts, feelings, behaviors) and why these patterns develop, we can truly feel self-compassion. Insight and self-compassion are essential in making lasting changes and free us to live the life we want.
Whether it is helping you become the gatekeeper of your own thoughts, thinking and acting effectively given life’s challenges, realizing your own innate worth, or simply finding peace within yourself or your relationships, I am here to work with you. I have extensive experience in working with anxiety, mood, relationship issues and Borderline Personality Disorder (BPD). When we can take a step inward and understand ourselves (thoughts, feelings, behaviors) and why these patterns develop, we can truly feel self-compassion. Insight and self-compassion are essential in making lasting changes and free us to live the life we want.
Dr. Tasha Ford ❥ Intentional Bliss Wellness Services
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, MSW, LISW-S
Verified Verified
Amherst, OH 44001 (Online Only)
Welcome to your healing space and thank you for choosing to take the time to read about me and the services I offer. I firmly believe that your journey to mental/emotional/spiritual wellness is a very personal decision that must be scripted by you. Sometimes the decisions of other people impact our lives in ways that leave us having to pick up the pieces. No matter where you have been or what you have been through, with a little intention and shift in how you move, healing and wholeness can be yours not just for the moment, but as a permanent way of existing.
Welcome to your healing space and thank you for choosing to take the time to read about me and the services I offer. I firmly believe that your journey to mental/emotional/spiritual wellness is a very personal decision that must be scripted by you. Sometimes the decisions of other people impact our lives in ways that leave us having to pick up the pieces. No matter where you have been or what you have been through, with a little intention and shift in how you move, healing and wholeness can be yours not just for the moment, but as a permanent way of existing.
Counseling can help with issues such as communication difficulties, marital/relationship concerns, life changes, stress/anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and behavioral problems. Clients come to me with an overall feeling that life could be better or more meaningful. I understand it can be challenging to reach out for help but remember that you are doing to make positive changes in your life! Please contact me and we can discuss your needs and decide together if I am the best option for you. My direct email is beth@fitmindcleveland.com or call me directly at 216-509-6511.
Counseling can help with issues such as communication difficulties, marital/relationship concerns, life changes, stress/anxiety, depression, grief, trauma and behavioral problems. Clients come to me with an overall feeling that life could be better or more meaningful. I understand it can be challenging to reach out for help but remember that you are doing to make positive changes in your life! Please contact me and we can discuss your needs and decide together if I am the best option for you. My direct email is beth@fitmindcleveland.com or call me directly at 216-509-6511.
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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.