Chronic Pain Therapists in Broomall, PA

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Angela York Crane
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Broomall, PA 19008
I work with those who feel disconnected from their original self, to reconnect and experience full-body, heartfelt, vibrancy in their life. I work from the perspective that our psyche is purposeful and always working to heal us. Often, our inner voice, innate wisdom, and desire to move toward greater connection with ourselves and others gets lost in the pain and struggle of life. Instead of being a strength, we lose contact with our deepest, truest self. I seek to co-create a therapeutic space where clients can explore their lives, deepen their self-awareness, create a sense of inner spaciousness, and reconnect with forgotten parts
I work with those who feel disconnected from their original self, to reconnect and experience full-body, heartfelt, vibrancy in their life. I work from the perspective that our psyche is purposeful and always working to heal us. Often, our inner voice, innate wisdom, and desire to move toward greater connection with ourselves and others gets lost in the pain and struggle of life. Instead of being a strength, we lose contact with our deepest, truest self. I seek to co-create a therapeutic space where clients can explore their lives, deepen their self-awareness, create a sense of inner spaciousness, and reconnect with forgotten parts
(610) 595-4812 View (610) 595-4812
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Mary Aldrich
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, MCAT, ATR, LPC
Verified Verified
Broomall, PA 19008
Mary Aldrich is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who started practicing in 1985. Mary has earned her Doctor of Education in organizational leadership emphasizing behavioral health. She also holds a master’s degree in creative arts therapy (MCAT). Mary believes in the psychodynamic therapy model and uses a person-centered, strength-based approach to empower her clients and help them reach their full potential. Mary uses a wellness and recovery-oriented model with all her clients.
Mary Aldrich is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Pennsylvania who started practicing in 1985. Mary has earned her Doctor of Education in organizational leadership emphasizing behavioral health. She also holds a master’s degree in creative arts therapy (MCAT). Mary believes in the psychodynamic therapy model and uses a person-centered, strength-based approach to empower her clients and help them reach their full potential. Mary uses a wellness and recovery-oriented model with all her clients.
(484) 240-7152 View (484) 240-7152
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Tom Meredith
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC
Verified Verified
Broomall, PA 19008
Are you looking for someone with whom you can have an open, honest, direct, and thoughtful conversation about whatever matters most to you? Someone who will listen carefully and attentively to you? Someone who will engage you in warm, candid, and supportive dialogue in ways that encourage you and help you to grow as a person? Someone who will help you to repair whatever has been ruptured in your life? If so, we would likely work well together! At the most basic level, therapy is an opportunity to make an intentional connection with each other in order to bring about greater awareness and understanding, and, ultimately, healing.
Are you looking for someone with whom you can have an open, honest, direct, and thoughtful conversation about whatever matters most to you? Someone who will listen carefully and attentively to you? Someone who will engage you in warm, candid, and supportive dialogue in ways that encourage you and help you to grow as a person? Someone who will help you to repair whatever has been ruptured in your life? If so, we would likely work well together! At the most basic level, therapy is an opportunity to make an intentional connection with each other in order to bring about greater awareness and understanding, and, ultimately, healing.
(610) 995-6734 View (610) 995-6734
Joanne Kaminski
Psychologist
Verified Verified
Broomall, PA 19008
I am a PA licensed psychologist with a broad-based practice consisting of treatment for several mental health disorders, substance abuse/dependence, palliative care for clients with chronic medical disorders, bereavement, family and marital therapy, academic stressors, professional impairment, transferring from military to civilian life, as well as psychophysiological retraining through biofeedback. Cultural and religious beliefs are considered in all treatment approaches. Treatment approaches consist of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mind-body approaches.
I am a PA licensed psychologist with a broad-based practice consisting of treatment for several mental health disorders, substance abuse/dependence, palliative care for clients with chronic medical disorders, bereavement, family and marital therapy, academic stressors, professional impairment, transferring from military to civilian life, as well as psychophysiological retraining through biofeedback. Cultural and religious beliefs are considered in all treatment approaches. Treatment approaches consist of cognitive behavioral, psychodynamic and mind-body approaches.
(484) 436-2080 View (484) 436-2080
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Lillian Rozin
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CYT, MFA
Verified Verified
Broomall, PA 19008
Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I am very interactive, utilize humor, my own experience, and a lot of mindfulness in my approach. I am trained in yoga and other meditation techniques, and often integrate that background into the therapeutic process. I believe that you are the expert of yourself, and my role is to accompany you in recognizing and owning that. I will help you not only understand why you are suffering, but also learn tools from many different traditions for dealing with life's challenges. I specialize in helping motivated people navigate the challenging changes in life.
Thank you for considering me as your therapist! I am very interactive, utilize humor, my own experience, and a lot of mindfulness in my approach. I am trained in yoga and other meditation techniques, and often integrate that background into the therapeutic process. I believe that you are the expert of yourself, and my role is to accompany you in recognizing and owning that. I will help you not only understand why you are suffering, but also learn tools from many different traditions for dealing with life's challenges. I specialize in helping motivated people navigate the challenging changes in life.
(484) 255-4676 View (484) 255-4676
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Renee Balthrop
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Broomall, PA 19008  (Online Only)
I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. In doing this work, I have had the extraordinary experience of helping patients live more meaningful and satisfying lives. Patients often gain self-awareness, see others more clearly and make positive life changes. I use new research findings and the principles of depth psychology to better understand the way an individual's mind works, to identify longstanding patterns and to determine their effect on mood and life circumstances. This informs the identification of goals and supports their achievement. WEBSITE: BodySoulWorks.com
I am a clinical psychologist with over 30 years of experience as a psychotherapist. In doing this work, I have had the extraordinary experience of helping patients live more meaningful and satisfying lives. Patients often gain self-awareness, see others more clearly and make positive life changes. I use new research findings and the principles of depth psychology to better understand the way an individual's mind works, to identify longstanding patterns and to determine their effect on mood and life circumstances. This informs the identification of goals and supports their achievement. WEBSITE: BodySoulWorks.com
(610) 915-8431 View (610) 915-8431
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Lunden Abelson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, BC-DMT, LPC
Not Verified Not Verified
Broomall, PA 19008
Therapy can help you reach your full potential. Seeds of Potential offers a variety of services for individuals, couples, families and groups to support the individual growth of each person, while recognizing that we are all part of a community. The creative programs along side traditional verbal therapy provides opportunities to meet your individual needs. Seeds of Potential is built on the belief that personal growth and self awareness are essential for mental health. When individuals are healthy, relationships function better, family systems operate with more ease and our communities are more cohesive.
Therapy can help you reach your full potential. Seeds of Potential offers a variety of services for individuals, couples, families and groups to support the individual growth of each person, while recognizing that we are all part of a community. The creative programs along side traditional verbal therapy provides opportunities to meet your individual needs. Seeds of Potential is built on the belief that personal growth and self awareness are essential for mental health. When individuals are healthy, relationships function better, family systems operate with more ease and our communities are more cohesive.
(267) 296-9278 View (267) 296-9278

More Therapists Nearby

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Jane K Rosen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW, BCD, MEd, RYT
Verified Verified
Havertown, PA 19083
I am also a pain management specialist and have worked with individuals experiencing chronic pain related to headaches, fibromyalgia, arthritis, IBS, lupus, and back pain.
My practice style is problem-solving and goal-oriented. I utilize a psychodynamic/cognitive behavioral treatment methodology and incorporate a systems approach when dealing with individual and family psychopathology. I design and develop treatment plans tailored to individual needs while establishing short and long-term goals. With all of my clients, I provide a warm, sensitive, and supportive environment so that we can work together in a problem-solving way and find solutions to interpersonal difficulties. My style tends to be positive, interactive, direct, and empowering.
I am also a pain management specialist and have worked with individuals experiencing chronic pain related to headaches, fibromyalgia, arthritis, IBS, lupus, and back pain.
My practice style is problem-solving and goal-oriented. I utilize a psychodynamic/cognitive behavioral treatment methodology and incorporate a systems approach when dealing with individual and family psychopathology. I design and develop treatment plans tailored to individual needs while establishing short and long-term goals. With all of my clients, I provide a warm, sensitive, and supportive environment so that we can work together in a problem-solving way and find solutions to interpersonal difficulties. My style tends to be positive, interactive, direct, and empowering.
(484) 362-9942 View (484) 362-9942
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Donna Liu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, PA 19064
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with those who are struggling with life transitions, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, loss and grief, terminal illness, infidelity, abuse, chronic pain, spiritual pain, codependency, loneliness, depression and anxiety.
I am a L.P.C. with a MS degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling. I believe that it is helpful to bring your spiritual beliefs into the healing process. Starting psychotherapy is the beginning of feeling at home with yourself. It is a place where you can feel safe, grounded and secure, as you explore the difficult areas in your life that you may not want to face alone. Therapy can help you identify unhealthy thinking, and break destructive patterns, so you can make better choices. It also helps you to discover your own inner strengths that can bring deeper healings from within. We are all a work in progress!
I specialize in working with those who are struggling with life transitions, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, loss and grief, terminal illness, infidelity, abuse, chronic pain, spiritual pain, codependency, loneliness, depression and anxiety.
I am a L.P.C. with a MS degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling. I believe that it is helpful to bring your spiritual beliefs into the healing process. Starting psychotherapy is the beginning of feeling at home with yourself. It is a place where you can feel safe, grounded and secure, as you explore the difficult areas in your life that you may not want to face alone. Therapy can help you identify unhealthy thinking, and break destructive patterns, so you can make better choices. It also helps you to discover your own inner strengths that can bring deeper healings from within. We are all a work in progress!
(484) 498-4588 View (484) 498-4588
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Stephanie Newberg
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MEd, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Havertown, PA 19083
I work with loss issues surrounding divorce, infertility, and chronic illness.
I am dedicated to providing each individual, couple, and family with quality, individualized care. I strive to help my clients feel heard, and to learn new coping strategies and relationship skills so that they can lead more meaningful, healthy, and intimate lives. I work with clients who are dedicated to their own personal growth and self-awareness and who want to work on decreasing stress, depression, anxiety, and family conflict in their lives. I value helping my clients to have quality relationships in which they can feel accepted and understood.
I work with loss issues surrounding divorce, infertility, and chronic illness.
I am dedicated to providing each individual, couple, and family with quality, individualized care. I strive to help my clients feel heard, and to learn new coping strategies and relationship skills so that they can lead more meaningful, healthy, and intimate lives. I work with clients who are dedicated to their own personal growth and self-awareness and who want to work on decreasing stress, depression, anxiety, and family conflict in their lives. I value helping my clients to have quality relationships in which they can feel accepted and understood.
(610) 628-4527 View (610) 628-4527
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Catherine Mcnally
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Havertown, PA 19083
Cathy McNally is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her MSW as well as an MPH from the University of California at Berkeley. She treats adults (preferably age 22 and up) and has well over three decades of experience as a clinician in a variety of different settings. She specializes in treating adults with anxiety, depression, chronic and acute illness, infertility, pregnancy loss, grief and loss issues and challenges related to geriatrics and aging.
Cathy McNally is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker who received her MSW as well as an MPH from the University of California at Berkeley. She treats adults (preferably age 22 and up) and has well over three decades of experience as a clinician in a variety of different settings. She specializes in treating adults with anxiety, depression, chronic and acute illness, infertility, pregnancy loss, grief and loss issues and challenges related to geriatrics and aging.
(484) 715-8184 View (484) 715-8184
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Aviva Gaskill
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Lower Merion, PA 19083
I have extensive experience helping individuals & caregivers cope with chronic medical problems including cancer, pain, autoimmune, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, insomnia, gastrointestinal issues, Parkinsons & multiple sclerosis along with medically-induced trauma.
Do you find it hard to sleep at night because thoughts race through your head? Have you been feeling down, not like the old you? Perhaps you are finding it tough to deal with your boss, co-workers or your loved ones. Whatever difficulties and distress you may be facing, you have just taken the first steps towards improving your life. By working together, you & I can develop a collaborative relationship full of warmth & lacking in judgment. We will develop an environment of safety & trust to foster your growth & experience of more fulfilling connections.
I have extensive experience helping individuals & caregivers cope with chronic medical problems including cancer, pain, autoimmune, Ehlers Danlos Syndrome, insomnia, gastrointestinal issues, Parkinsons & multiple sclerosis along with medically-induced trauma.
Do you find it hard to sleep at night because thoughts race through your head? Have you been feeling down, not like the old you? Perhaps you are finding it tough to deal with your boss, co-workers or your loved ones. Whatever difficulties and distress you may be facing, you have just taken the first steps towards improving your life. By working together, you & I can develop a collaborative relationship full of warmth & lacking in judgment. We will develop an environment of safety & trust to foster your growth & experience of more fulfilling connections.
(610) 345-7284 View (610) 345-7284
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Allison Manning
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CCTP-II, CCATP, CDBT
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073  (Online Only)
I have a passion for working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, addiction, infertility, and chronic illness.
Hi! I'm Allie. I'd love to partner with you to help you live your best life. Lets turn your struggles into strengths, one session at a time. I infuse my practice with a blend of expertise and empathy. My therapeutic approach is a mix of evidence-based techniques, warmth, and humor to create a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, young adults, and teens. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have several certifications, including in trauma treatment and anxiety treatment, and am also certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
I have a passion for working with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, life transitions, trauma, addiction, infertility, and chronic illness.
Hi! I'm Allie. I'd love to partner with you to help you live your best life. Lets turn your struggles into strengths, one session at a time. I infuse my practice with a blend of expertise and empathy. My therapeutic approach is a mix of evidence-based techniques, warmth, and humor to create a safe and supportive space for individuals, couples, young adults, and teens. In addition to being a Licensed Professional Counselor, I have several certifications, including in trauma treatment and anxiety treatment, and am also certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavioral Therapy.
(610) 580-0431 View (610) 580-0431
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Kristina Vacha
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LBS, MSS, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or social isolation? Are you overwhelmed by work, family, relationships, or facing major life stressors? Is it hard to feel like you fit in? Are you trying really hard and still left feeling like you aren't good enough? My clients are often feeling stuck and wanting to feel better. I offer a safe place and support so you can learn better ways to cope, reduce symptoms of distress, and move closer to living your best life. My clientele includes adults with autism, both diagnosed or exploring neurodiversity, individuals with chronic illness or individuals facing empty nest/retirement.
Are you struggling with anxiety, depression or social isolation? Are you overwhelmed by work, family, relationships, or facing major life stressors? Is it hard to feel like you fit in? Are you trying really hard and still left feeling like you aren't good enough? My clients are often feeling stuck and wanting to feel better. I offer a safe place and support so you can learn better ways to cope, reduce symptoms of distress, and move closer to living your best life. My clientele includes adults with autism, both diagnosed or exploring neurodiversity, individuals with chronic illness or individuals facing empty nest/retirement.
(484) 212-0888 View (484) 212-0888
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Sharon Cuff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LPCC
Verified Verified
Havertown, PA 19083
Sharon Cuff is a licensed professional counselor who has been providing therapy for over 20 years. She currently works with adults, to help them manage symptoms of anxiety and mild depression. She uses various and individualized treatment modalities, which are tailored to address the needs of each client. Therapy results in understanding a diagnosis and learning ways to relieve and overcome the symptoms. Clients also use appointments to unpack old issues, get beyond the pain of a broken relationship, manage grief, talk out problems and determine solutions.
Sharon Cuff is a licensed professional counselor who has been providing therapy for over 20 years. She currently works with adults, to help them manage symptoms of anxiety and mild depression. She uses various and individualized treatment modalities, which are tailored to address the needs of each client. Therapy results in understanding a diagnosis and learning ways to relieve and overcome the symptoms. Clients also use appointments to unpack old issues, get beyond the pain of a broken relationship, manage grief, talk out problems and determine solutions.
(484) 246-7284 View (484) 246-7284
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Sarah Lobb
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Lower Merion, PA 19083
What brings you to seek therapy is personal, important, and deserving of attention. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space to learn, grow, and share. I support adults as they confront transformation and change, such as relationship issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to illness. I have extensive experience helping people cultivate and maintain recovery from using substances.
What brings you to seek therapy is personal, important, and deserving of attention. I offer a non-judgmental and safe space to learn, grow, and share. I support adults as they confront transformation and change, such as relationship issues, grief and loss, and adjustment to illness. I have extensive experience helping people cultivate and maintain recovery from using substances.
(215) 770-9516 View (215) 770-9516
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Stacey Gill
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Newtown Square, PA 19073
Stacey Gill is a licensed clinical social worker and received her Master's in Social Work from Widener University in 2005. She is a Clinical Supervisor for the practice and sees children, adolescents, adults and families. Stacey has over 300 hours of study in yoga and meditation that is incorporated into her therapy practice. She is a trauma informed therapist, utilizing the mind/body connection to treat those with trauma histories. Stacey uses a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach for those with depression and anxiety issues. She also has experience working with addiction issues and their families.
Stacey Gill is a licensed clinical social worker and received her Master's in Social Work from Widener University in 2005. She is a Clinical Supervisor for the practice and sees children, adolescents, adults and families. Stacey has over 300 hours of study in yoga and meditation that is incorporated into her therapy practice. She is a trauma informed therapist, utilizing the mind/body connection to treat those with trauma histories. Stacey uses a mindfulness based cognitive behavioral therapy approach for those with depression and anxiety issues. She also has experience working with addiction issues and their families.
(484) 642-0629 View (484) 642-0629
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Julie Zubryd
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
Havertown, PA 19083
My number one goal is to provide a relaxing and safe environment and relationship for my clients to begin their path to healing. I desire to work with my clients to create a well rounded and holistic approach into their well being. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor.
My number one goal is to provide a relaxing and safe environment and relationship for my clients to begin their path to healing. I desire to work with my clients to create a well rounded and holistic approach into their well being. I am a Licensed Professional Counselor.
(412) 388-2365 View (412) 388-2365
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CBT Center for Anxiety & OCD
PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Newtown Square, PA 19073
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
The CBT Center for Anxiety and OCD believes in providing the community with the most cutting-edge, expert Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for anxiety, OCD, OC Spectrum Disorders and related conditions. We successfully treat clients with generalized anxiety, separation anxiety, social anxiety, phobias and panic. The Center also treats all OC Spectrum conditions including Body Dysmorphic Disorder, hoarding, caretakers of people who hoard, Trichotillomania (hair pulling), Excoriation (skin picking) and tics. We treat ALL forms of OCD including many of the lesser known types: relationship, existential, just right, pedophile, harm/violence, sexual orientation, hit & run, magical thinking, postpartum, moral scrupulosity/religious, symmetry/equalizing, health anxiety/hypochondriasis, olfactory reference syndrome (fear of body odor), muscle dysmorphia (obsessive focus on muscles), emotional contamination, PANS/PANDAS, orthorexia (obsession with healthy eating), sensorimotor/hyperawareness and hyper-responsibility. The Center also specializes in working with people who have anxiety co-occurring with introversion, giftedness, people-pleasing and perfectionism as well as Sensory Processing Disorder, Developmental Coordination Disorder, Dyslexia and medical conditions. We frequently treat individuals with comorbid depression, ADHD and Bipolar Disorder. Specializing in anxiety, OCD and related conditions allows us to stay on top of the latest scientific research and utilize the most effective strategies for you.
(610) 756-1601 View (610) 756-1601
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Main Line Counseling & Wellness Center, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Havertown, PA 19083
Welcome! We are an experienced group of licensed, masters-level clinicians and holistic providers who work to help you through difficult times and make positive, long-lasting changes in your life. We offer a caring, safe, and comfortable environment complete with a range of wellness services (counseling, acupuncture, chiropractic care, nutrition, therapeutic massage, yoga) and we pride ourselves on providing respectful, client-centered treatment using the latest in evidenced-based and integrative care. Please visit us at http://www.mlcwellness.com for our profiles and complete the "request an appointment" form to schedule!
Welcome! We are an experienced group of licensed, masters-level clinicians and holistic providers who work to help you through difficult times and make positive, long-lasting changes in your life. We offer a caring, safe, and comfortable environment complete with a range of wellness services (counseling, acupuncture, chiropractic care, nutrition, therapeutic massage, yoga) and we pride ourselves on providing respectful, client-centered treatment using the latest in evidenced-based and integrative care. Please visit us at http://www.mlcwellness.com for our profiles and complete the "request an appointment" form to schedule!
(610) 365-1775 View (610) 365-1775
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.