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Are your health issues overwhelming your life? Living with chronic medical issues like pain can be isolating, frightening, and dejecting. As a health psychologist, I offer hope, knowledge, and support to individuals struggling with complex challenges. Every day, scientific advancements illuminate the integral relationship between mind and body. Effective treatment of one requires caring for both. In working with me, you can expect kindness, humor, acceptance, and a lot of mixed metaphors. I hope that, through our work together, you can find sources of light on your darkest days.
Are your health issues overwhelming your life? Living with chronic medical issues like pain can be isolating, frightening, and dejecting. As a health psychologist, I offer hope, knowledge, and support to individuals struggling with complex challenges. Every day, scientific advancements illuminate the integral relationship between mind and body. Effective treatment of one requires caring for both. In working with me, you can expect kindness, humor, acceptance, and a lot of mixed metaphors. I hope that, through our work together, you can find sources of light on your darkest days.
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Nicole Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056 (Online Only)
There are many factors that can suggest treatment needs, including: •history of trauma (sexual/ physical/ emotional, abandonment, bullying, domestic violence, financial abuse, etc)•racial identity•medical complications (terminal illness, chronic, or pain),•bereavement, grief/loss, •mood and anxiety disorders •parenting, family and intimate relationships.
Hello, I am Nicole Porter, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and empowering space where you can bring your entire self into the room in order to allow healing. The foundation of my work is to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan. I combine Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, & Cognitive-Behavioral therapy modalities to efficiently address symptoms (either on a short-term or long-term basis) & meet your needs or goals. Whether you are in pursuit of growth and change.
There are many factors that can suggest treatment needs, including: •history of trauma (sexual/ physical/ emotional, abandonment, bullying, domestic violence, financial abuse, etc)•racial identity•medical complications (terminal illness, chronic, or pain),•bereavement, grief/loss, •mood and anxiety disorders •parenting, family and intimate relationships.
Hello, I am Nicole Porter, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and empowering space where you can bring your entire self into the room in order to allow healing. The foundation of my work is to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan. I combine Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, & Cognitive-Behavioral therapy modalities to efficiently address symptoms (either on a short-term or long-term basis) & meet your needs or goals. Whether you are in pursuit of growth and change.
![Photo of Susan Kent-Arce - Susan Kent-Arce, Ph.D., PLLC, PhD, MA, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/402512fd-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/3/320x400.jpeg)
Susan Kent-Arce, Ph.D., PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Allen, TX 75002
Waitlist for new clients
You will learn how to reduce your and eliminate suffering from pain in life.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your values and make real change in your life. Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, negative thoughts? Have your recently experienced a loss, relationship difficulties, or are caring for a loved one? Do you have poor boundaries with others? Are you unsure how to mange the transitions in your life? We will find the right balance of acceptance and change help you meet your goals towards your values and live a life that has purpose and meaning.
You will learn how to reduce your and eliminate suffering from pain in life.
I am passionate about collaborating with you to identify your values and make real change in your life. Are you having difficulty managing your emotions? Are you experiencing depression, anxiety, negative thoughts? Have your recently experienced a loss, relationship difficulties, or are caring for a loved one? Do you have poor boundaries with others? Are you unsure how to mange the transitions in your life? We will find the right balance of acceptance and change help you meet your goals towards your values and live a life that has purpose and meaning.
![Photo of Kaitlyn Grote, LPC, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/8d6b7f09-481c-4d5e-b16b-e7a620de95bc/1/320x400.jpeg)
If you or your family member is struggling with a new or chronic medical condition and finding it difficult to cope with caregiver and patient roles, reduced activities of daily living, pain, and medical treatments, I can walk with you on your journey and provide coping skills and a supportive environment.
I see adult clients who are struggling with a medical illness and related role changes in family relationships and day to day life. Medical challenges can lead to depression, anxiety, and can change how you view yourself and your purpose in life. The goal of therapy is to help you process your situation and learn coping strategies and reframing techniques to improve your quality of life and guide you through a journey of emotional healing.
If you or your family member is struggling with a new or chronic medical condition and finding it difficult to cope with caregiver and patient roles, reduced activities of daily living, pain, and medical treatments, I can walk with you on your journey and provide coping skills and a supportive environment.
I see adult clients who are struggling with a medical illness and related role changes in family relationships and day to day life. Medical challenges can lead to depression, anxiety, and can change how you view yourself and your purpose in life. The goal of therapy is to help you process your situation and learn coping strategies and reframing techniques to improve your quality of life and guide you through a journey of emotional healing.
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Welcome! I’m glad you are here. My specialties include helping clients navigate life transitions, improve their relationships, and cope with chronic illness or injuries. During our work together, you can count on me to be present and supportive in your journey. I will be available to listen without judgment. We will work together to cultivate acceptance and compassion for your emotions, while also working to create meaningful change in patterns or behaviors that are no longer serving you.
Welcome! I’m glad you are here. My specialties include helping clients navigate life transitions, improve their relationships, and cope with chronic illness or injuries. During our work together, you can count on me to be present and supportive in your journey. I will be available to listen without judgment. We will work together to cultivate acceptance and compassion for your emotions, while also working to create meaningful change in patterns or behaviors that are no longer serving you.
![Photo of Malauna Hogan, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/442349e0-a637-49d2-98e5-4350bfa620f1/1/320x400.jpeg)
Hogan has over 25 years of experience in providing psychological services to a number of special populations, including individuals with chronic pain management issues and adjustment issues related to long-term care placement and other life transitions.
Dr. Malauna Hogan is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who provides psychological services. including psychotherapy and assessment, to adults and individuals who are in advanced stages of life. She uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, as well as other evidenced-based treatments, to treat a number of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, work-related stress, and relationship issues. She is also sensitive to multicultural issues that impact an individual’s well-being.
Hogan has over 25 years of experience in providing psychological services to a number of special populations, including individuals with chronic pain management issues and adjustment issues related to long-term care placement and other life transitions.
Dr. Malauna Hogan is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, who provides psychological services. including psychotherapy and assessment, to adults and individuals who are in advanced stages of life. She uses Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy, as well as other evidenced-based treatments, to treat a number of mental health issues including depression, anxiety, adjustment to life transitions, work-related stress, and relationship issues. She is also sensitive to multicultural issues that impact an individual’s well-being.
![Photo of Allison Barton - Allison Barton, LCSW, LCSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/4d56255f-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
We all face difficult and confusing times. My goal is to assist clients in a confidential and compassionate environment by providing therapy services in the home. My specialties include issues of aging, grief and bereavement, chronic illness, and life transitions. I spent many years working as a hospice social worker. It was a natural transition to have a practice that comes to the client', hopefully with dignity and humor. I have a passion for senior issues and learn from my clients daily.
We all face difficult and confusing times. My goal is to assist clients in a confidential and compassionate environment by providing therapy services in the home. My specialties include issues of aging, grief and bereavement, chronic illness, and life transitions. I spent many years working as a hospice social worker. It was a natural transition to have a practice that comes to the client', hopefully with dignity and humor. I have a passion for senior issues and learn from my clients daily.
![Photo of Phil Bohart, MS, CRC, LPC-S, Licensed Professional Counselor](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/acc74ff3-ecd8-4b12-a81e-ecc1af5cc907/1/320x400.jpeg)
Accepts most health insurance plans, Medicare, and I am currently taking new clients. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I am specifically trained in using evidence based, empirically supported cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with clients who are facing challenges of medical disability, depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and sleep related disorders.
Accepts most health insurance plans, Medicare, and I am currently taking new clients. As a Licensed Professional Counselor and Nationally Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, I am specifically trained in using evidence based, empirically supported cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) with clients who are facing challenges of medical disability, depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic pain, and sleep related disorders.
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I have experience helping clients face difficult life situations including chronic mental illness, trauma,depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, relationship problems, terminal illness, life transitions, grief, caregiver stress, and parenting concerns, to name a few.
We all face times in life when things can feel overwhelming and challenging. It is during these times that support and guidance is most valuable and helpful. It takes courage to seek support and I truly believe you are not here by mistake. As a Psychologist practicing in the state of Texas for the past 10 years I hope to help guide and support you through what you are facing. You are not alone. I am a firm believer that you are an expert in your life and together with my experience and expertise in counseling techniques, we can work together to meet your personal goals. I have flexible hours available. Se habla español.
I have experience helping clients face difficult life situations including chronic mental illness, trauma,depression, anxiety, family of origin issues, relationship problems, terminal illness, life transitions, grief, caregiver stress, and parenting concerns, to name a few.
We all face times in life when things can feel overwhelming and challenging. It is during these times that support and guidance is most valuable and helpful. It takes courage to seek support and I truly believe you are not here by mistake. As a Psychologist practicing in the state of Texas for the past 10 years I hope to help guide and support you through what you are facing. You are not alone. I am a firm believer that you are an expert in your life and together with my experience and expertise in counseling techniques, we can work together to meet your personal goals. I have flexible hours available. Se habla español.
![Photo of Shay N. Wilkinson, LCSW, CCM, ACHP-SW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/f7d03e0c-2ea6-4779-b932-e19b5afebfb9/1/320x400.jpeg)
Shay N. Wilkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
Dallas, TX 75204 (Online Only)
I understand the pain of emotional wounds and life transitions.
I specialize in helping clients heal from emotional wounds, particularly those caused by narcissistic relationships. Whether you're navigating the pain of a breakup or divorce, dealing with grief and loss, or trying to redefine your goals and identity, I’m here to support you on your path to self-discovery and personal growth. My goal is to help you regain stability and find fulfillment. I also offer guidance for managing depression, anxiety, and other life transitions, providing a comprehensive approach that empowers you to create a balanced and meaningful life.
I understand the pain of emotional wounds and life transitions.
I specialize in helping clients heal from emotional wounds, particularly those caused by narcissistic relationships. Whether you're navigating the pain of a breakup or divorce, dealing with grief and loss, or trying to redefine your goals and identity, I’m here to support you on your path to self-discovery and personal growth. My goal is to help you regain stability and find fulfillment. I also offer guidance for managing depression, anxiety, and other life transitions, providing a comprehensive approach that empowers you to create a balanced and meaningful life.
![Photo of Erick Lenert, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3dc479ca-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, nonprofits, state/private psychiatric hospitals, nursing and rehabilitation facilities and pain management programs.
The mission of my professional life is to change and improve the quality of people's lives so that they will get more satisfaction from their personal, family and work relationships. My education and years of experience help me to form a therapeutic alliance with clients, find solutions and build strengths to maintain the personal growth they achieve. I believe that treating anxiety, depression and trauma is a collaborative process that is achieved by a variety of best practice techniques based on both science and common sense.
I have worked in a variety of clinical settings including private practice, nonprofits, state/private psychiatric hospitals, nursing and rehabilitation facilities and pain management programs.
The mission of my professional life is to change and improve the quality of people's lives so that they will get more satisfaction from their personal, family and work relationships. My education and years of experience help me to form a therapeutic alliance with clients, find solutions and build strengths to maintain the personal growth they achieve. I believe that treating anxiety, depression and trauma is a collaborative process that is achieved by a variety of best practice techniques based on both science and common sense.
![Photo of Sydney Kroll Register, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/44e48a63-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Kroll specializes in evidence-based interventions for a wide range of behavioral health and psychological conditions, including trauma, mood disorders, chronic pain, and stress. She also provides psychological assessments for diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, and clarification of cognitive/memory issues. Finally, she works closely with first responders and law enforcement to complete pre-employment evaluations as well as psychological first aid and disaster response.
Dr. Kroll specializes in evidence-based interventions for a wide range of behavioral health and psychological conditions, including trauma, mood disorders, chronic pain, and stress. She also provides psychological assessments for diagnostic clarification, treatment planning, and clarification of cognitive/memory issues. Finally, she works closely with first responders and law enforcement to complete pre-employment evaluations as well as psychological first aid and disaster response.
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Our focus is to help individuals and families heal, energize, and move forward by providing a neutral safe space with customized treatment plans. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey.
Our focus is to help individuals and families heal, energize, and move forward by providing a neutral safe space with customized treatment plans. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey.
![Photo of Paul K Chafetz, PhD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/3bb5046d-46cd-11ea-a6ad-06142c356176/7/320x400.jpeg)
ADULT CHILDREN OF DIFFICULT OLDER PARENTS: My widely praised 2017 book on this topic, available on Amazon.com, covers thirty powerful concepts, insights, and skills for these adult children. PSYCHOTHERAPY: I serve individuals (age 21-101), couples, and families coping with changes in health, living arrangements, relationships, or new stages of life. FORENSIC ASSESSMENT OF TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY: I assess capacity to sign wills, powers of attorney, contracts, and other documents. PSYCHOLOGICAL READINESS FOR THE "WORK AFTERLIFE" (aka retirement or selling one's business).
ADULT CHILDREN OF DIFFICULT OLDER PARENTS: My widely praised 2017 book on this topic, available on Amazon.com, covers thirty powerful concepts, insights, and skills for these adult children. PSYCHOTHERAPY: I serve individuals (age 21-101), couples, and families coping with changes in health, living arrangements, relationships, or new stages of life. FORENSIC ASSESSMENT OF TESTAMENTARY CAPACITY: I assess capacity to sign wills, powers of attorney, contracts, and other documents. PSYCHOLOGICAL READINESS FOR THE "WORK AFTERLIFE" (aka retirement or selling one's business).
Whether you have experienced something that has turned your life upside down or if you merely want help kick starting the next stage in your life, therapy can help. Individuals recovering from difficulties related to a traumatic brain injury, stroke, depression, anxiety, and individuals having difficulty managing life decisions (relationships, kids, employment) often have one thing in common: they're searching for strength to carry on with the next step in their lives. Some don't know what the next step is, and others know exactly what needs to be done; however, something is in the way. Therapy can help you FIND YOUR WAY.
Whether you have experienced something that has turned your life upside down or if you merely want help kick starting the next stage in your life, therapy can help. Individuals recovering from difficulties related to a traumatic brain injury, stroke, depression, anxiety, and individuals having difficulty managing life decisions (relationships, kids, employment) often have one thing in common: they're searching for strength to carry on with the next step in their lives. Some don't know what the next step is, and others know exactly what needs to be done; however, something is in the way. Therapy can help you FIND YOUR WAY.
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Clarity Counseling Center of Ellis County, INC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC-S
Verified Verified
Waxahachie, TX 75165
With over 30 years of experience, this counseling is conducted with expertise. A safe and nurturing environment makes it easy to open up. As we work together, solutions for your specific circumstance will become clear. Fees: $100 for 1 hour; and $50 for every additional 30 minutes. Being responsive is a priority, so every effort is made to return your call or email within one business day.
With over 30 years of experience, this counseling is conducted with expertise. A safe and nurturing environment makes it easy to open up. As we work together, solutions for your specific circumstance will become clear. Fees: $100 for 1 hour; and $50 for every additional 30 minutes. Being responsive is a priority, so every effort is made to return your call or email within one business day.
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Dr. Lucy F. Underwood
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC-S, NCC, ACS, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
McKinney, TX 75072
Learning to manage life can be a challenge. When complicated by life transitions, performance pressures, chronic health conditions, mental health diagnoses, or a host of other unforeseen obstacles, it is important to seek guidance. I have shared this journey with individuals & families for over 28 years. My clinical training, the use of research supported treatments, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Sports Counseling have allowed me to successfully work with individuals of all ages (children, teens, adults, & geriatrics), athletes, & business professionals who are confronted with a variety of concerns.
Learning to manage life can be a challenge. When complicated by life transitions, performance pressures, chronic health conditions, mental health diagnoses, or a host of other unforeseen obstacles, it is important to seek guidance. I have shared this journey with individuals & families for over 28 years. My clinical training, the use of research supported treatments, such as EMDR, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), & Sports Counseling have allowed me to successfully work with individuals of all ages (children, teens, adults, & geriatrics), athletes, & business professionals who are confronted with a variety of concerns.
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Provision Assessment & Psychotherapy, PLLC
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Dallas, TX 75225
I guarantee you are not alone, no matter what you might be carrying. In both assessment and psychotherapy, I emphasize a relational, person-centered approach. In therapy, we will work together to heal from hardships and traumatic experiences. The goal is to empower you with the tools you need to regain hope and carry on, no matter how dark the experiences have colored your world. The wound is the place where the light enters you (Rumi). Objective information gathered from assessments helps bring the missing pieces together to complete the puzzle of mental/physical health complexities. I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
I guarantee you are not alone, no matter what you might be carrying. In both assessment and psychotherapy, I emphasize a relational, person-centered approach. In therapy, we will work together to heal from hardships and traumatic experiences. The goal is to empower you with the tools you need to regain hope and carry on, no matter how dark the experiences have colored your world. The wound is the place where the light enters you (Rumi). Objective information gathered from assessments helps bring the missing pieces together to complete the puzzle of mental/physical health complexities. I work with children, adolescents, and adults.
![Photo of Diana Storey, PsyD, Psychologist](https://photos.psychologytoday.com/087cbdcd-b166-4844-8dbd-8fabad9dcba0/2/320x400.jpeg)
Dr. Storey’s approach to psychotherapy aims to provide the dual approach of providing symptom relief, and diving into the root of each individual’s presenting concern. She views psychotherapy as a means to help individuals make sense of wants and needs, and to advocate for a way of being that feels empowering and in connection with their own values. She can help with identification of triggers, improving coping skills, and enhancing relaxation skills. Dr. Storey is currently accepting appointments for individual psychotherapy and couples/marital counseling, ages 18 and up, in our Southlake office, or via Telehealth.
Dr. Storey’s approach to psychotherapy aims to provide the dual approach of providing symptom relief, and diving into the root of each individual’s presenting concern. She views psychotherapy as a means to help individuals make sense of wants and needs, and to advocate for a way of being that feels empowering and in connection with their own values. She can help with identification of triggers, improving coping skills, and enhancing relaxation skills. Dr. Storey is currently accepting appointments for individual psychotherapy and couples/marital counseling, ages 18 and up, in our Southlake office, or via Telehealth.
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Counseling Center of North Texas
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Wylie, TX 75098
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
***Now offering telehealth services*** Counseling Center of North Texas has multiple therapists with the education, experience, and desire to help you or a loved one with whatever obstacles you may face including conflict with family, relationships, school, and/or work, depression, anxiety, ADHD and other mental health disorders, grief/trauma, stressful life events, adoptions, domestic violence, child abuse and neglect, and self-harm/other unhealthy coping skills. Christian counseling is available. We see children 3 and up, adolescents, adults, and seniors for individual, marital, family, and group counseling.
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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.