Chronic Pain Therapists in Riverton, UT
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April L Bennett
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CCTP, ART, IPT-F
Verified Verified
Riverton, UT 84065 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
If you haven't worked through your trauma symptoms or you have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, oppositional defiance and have not found the help you need, come let us help you move through the pain to find peace, relief and skills so you can thrive in your life.
I specialize in Complex PTSD & Dissociative Disorders. I work with individuals and couples from a systemic perspective finding underlying issues & help you navigate life's challenges. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, we resolve trauma issues so you can be comfortable in your own skin, feel calm, capable and confident. Many of my clients have tried therapy 4-8 times including talk therapy, EMDR, Brain Spotting, Prolonged-exposure, etc before finding me. At CoreWork, you get the support and relief you are seeking. We also decrease anxieties, understanding Highly Sensitive Persons & Empaths and their unique gifts.
If you haven't worked through your trauma symptoms or you have been diagnosed with depression, anxiety, ADHD, bipolar, oppositional defiance and have not found the help you need, come let us help you move through the pain to find peace, relief and skills so you can thrive in your life.
I specialize in Complex PTSD & Dissociative Disorders. I work with individuals and couples from a systemic perspective finding underlying issues & help you navigate life's challenges. As a Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, we resolve trauma issues so you can be comfortable in your own skin, feel calm, capable and confident. Many of my clients have tried therapy 4-8 times including talk therapy, EMDR, Brain Spotting, Prolonged-exposure, etc before finding me. At CoreWork, you get the support and relief you are seeking. We also decrease anxieties, understanding Highly Sensitive Persons & Empaths and their unique gifts.
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Sage Family Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CFLE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverton, UT 84065
Specializing in a variety of issues, we work with trauma, couples therapy (utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman method), relationship sexual issues, chronic illness, pornography or substance addictions, anxiety and depression (utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
We offer a wide range of clinical specializations to help you find happiness and success in life. If you have RELATIONSHIP ISSUES, whether they are intense marital problems, parent-child frustrations, or issues involving the whole family - WE ARE THE CLINIC FOR YOU. This is what we specialize in. Our goal is to help you learn the skills necessary to have intimate and fulfilling relationships. Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.
Specializing in a variety of issues, we work with trauma, couples therapy (utilizing Emotionally Focused Therapy and the Gottman method), relationship sexual issues, chronic illness, pornography or substance addictions, anxiety and depression (utilizing Cognitive Behavioral Therapy).
We offer a wide range of clinical specializations to help you find happiness and success in life. If you have RELATIONSHIP ISSUES, whether they are intense marital problems, parent-child frustrations, or issues involving the whole family - WE ARE THE CLINIC FOR YOU. This is what we specialize in. Our goal is to help you learn the skills necessary to have intimate and fulfilling relationships. Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.
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Center for Couples and Families
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Riverton, UT 84065
Whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual issues, chronic illness, pornography addiction and more, we have helped many people become successful and get themselves unstuck! We can help you find hope!.
Relationships are one of the most important things in life. Whether that be with a partner, spouse, parent, child or other family member. We understand that strengthening and maintaining those relationships is at the top or your list. It’s at the top of our list too! Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.
Whether it is anxiety, depression, trauma, sexual issues, chronic illness, pornography addiction and more, we have helped many people become successful and get themselves unstuck! We can help you find hope!.
Relationships are one of the most important things in life. Whether that be with a partner, spouse, parent, child or other family member. We understand that strengthening and maintaining those relationships is at the top or your list. It’s at the top of our list too! Change is possible if you have a desire to learn and apply the skills and knowledge you will acquire through participating in therapy.
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I believe that each one of us have immense power and potential within us. I know that the road to unlocking this power, however, can often be a bumpy one. It is my great honor to assist my clients as they navigate through their unique experiences. My hope is that they can discover how to live their lives to the fullest and embrace their strengths and grow from their challenges. I have great respect for my client’s individuality and beliefs. I am deeply empathic and gentle in my approach but will challenge my clients and hold them accountable if that’s what they need from me.
I believe that each one of us have immense power and potential within us. I know that the road to unlocking this power, however, can often be a bumpy one. It is my great honor to assist my clients as they navigate through their unique experiences. My hope is that they can discover how to live their lives to the fullest and embrace their strengths and grow from their challenges. I have great respect for my client’s individuality and beliefs. I am deeply empathic and gentle in my approach but will challenge my clients and hold them accountable if that’s what they need from me.
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Rebecca views each of her clients as heroes on their own journey, and the journey begins with learning to regulate emotions and reconnecting with the physical body. Next, she helps clients examine and question the thoughts that are causing suffering. She guides clients to dive deep into understanding what is in and out of their control. Finally, she helps clients craft a balanced lifestyle, with a focus on honesty and self-care. When these skills are put into practice, Rebecca believes it is possible to live a happy life regardless of the circumstances.
Rebecca views each of her clients as heroes on their own journey, and the journey begins with learning to regulate emotions and reconnecting with the physical body. Next, she helps clients examine and question the thoughts that are causing suffering. She guides clients to dive deep into understanding what is in and out of their control. Finally, she helps clients craft a balanced lifestyle, with a focus on honesty and self-care. When these skills are put into practice, Rebecca believes it is possible to live a happy life regardless of the circumstances.
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Joseph Gleed is a Clinical Social Worker in Utah who has been practicing since 2019. Joseph is passionately committed to helping individuals enhance their mental well-being, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives. His expertise spans a wide spectrum, including trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, domestic violence, human trafficking, and PTSD. Joseph's diverse client base includes veterans, law enforcement, children, adolescents, families, and couples, reflecting his deep commitment to fostering well-being across various life stages.
Joseph Gleed is a Clinical Social Worker in Utah who has been practicing since 2019. Joseph is passionately committed to helping individuals enhance their mental well-being, empowering them to lead more fulfilling lives. His expertise spans a wide spectrum, including trauma, anxiety, depression, mood disorders, domestic violence, human trafficking, and PTSD. Joseph's diverse client base includes veterans, law enforcement, children, adolescents, families, and couples, reflecting his deep commitment to fostering well-being across various life stages.
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I believe we all have our own answers within. I am committed to creating a safe and therapeutic space to facilitate in finding these answers. Challenges and struggles happen everyday of our lives and I work on building healthy coping tools and confidence to deal with these trials. Being a burn survivor I have had to learn to reinvent myself as well as my interpretation of the world around me. Through my unique experience, knowledge and skill-set I have focused my approach to increase self-esteem, gain positive outlook on life and reduce negative self-defeating thoughts and behaviors.
I believe we all have our own answers within. I am committed to creating a safe and therapeutic space to facilitate in finding these answers. Challenges and struggles happen everyday of our lives and I work on building healthy coping tools and confidence to deal with these trials. Being a burn survivor I have had to learn to reinvent myself as well as my interpretation of the world around me. Through my unique experience, knowledge and skill-set I have focused my approach to increase self-esteem, gain positive outlook on life and reduce negative self-defeating thoughts and behaviors.
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Best Practice Counseling
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CEAP, SAP
Verified Verified
Riverton, UT 84065
Clients who come in ready to work on themselves are leaps and bounds ahead of clients who might be dragging their feet in coming to therapy. If you are ready to change and personally motivated, your progress will be quick and you will get a lot out of the therapeutic process. Brief, solution focused therapy is often the most helpful depending on the client, but my intention is always to start where each individual client is at and work to assist them in their goals and desires for change based on their own strengths.
Clients who come in ready to work on themselves are leaps and bounds ahead of clients who might be dragging their feet in coming to therapy. If you are ready to change and personally motivated, your progress will be quick and you will get a lot out of the therapeutic process. Brief, solution focused therapy is often the most helpful depending on the client, but my intention is always to start where each individual client is at and work to assist them in their goals and desires for change based on their own strengths.
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I understand the importance of addressing your unique journey in life. If you're dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, or need support with couples' challenges and trauma, I'm here to help. My main aim is to guide you toward a fulfilling and joyful life by overcoming these obstacles. Your needs will be listened to and together, we'll find solutions. There are numerous paths to inner peace, and I'm dedicated to exploring them all until we see what resonates best with you. I work with all individuals and love support LGBTQIA+. I take pride in providing respectful and compassionate support to all individuals.
I understand the importance of addressing your unique journey in life. If you're dealing with issues like depression, anxiety, addiction, or need support with couples' challenges and trauma, I'm here to help. My main aim is to guide you toward a fulfilling and joyful life by overcoming these obstacles. Your needs will be listened to and together, we'll find solutions. There are numerous paths to inner peace, and I'm dedicated to exploring them all until we see what resonates best with you. I work with all individuals and love support LGBTQIA+. I take pride in providing respectful and compassionate support to all individuals.
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Most of us have some type of trauma in our lives. Some times we don't recognize we have been experiencing trauma until symptoms show up. The Therapists at Redwood Therapy Group have specialized training and experience in helping move through the trauma.
Most of us have some type of trauma in our lives. Some times we don't recognize we have been experiencing trauma until symptoms show up. The Therapists at Redwood Therapy Group have specialized training and experience in helping move through the trauma.
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Ben has over 20 years of experience working in the mental health space. He has worked with substance abuse programs at the state level, in psychiatric hospitals, and most recently at the Utah State Prison. Ben works with children, teens, and adults and uses a variety of skills and techniques to help the people he meets with be the best they can be. Some of his specialties include: CPT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, Polyvagal Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. When Ben isn't working, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children.
Ben has over 20 years of experience working in the mental health space. He has worked with substance abuse programs at the state level, in psychiatric hospitals, and most recently at the Utah State Prison. Ben works with children, teens, and adults and uses a variety of skills and techniques to help the people he meets with be the best they can be. Some of his specialties include: CPT, DBT, EMDR, ACT, CBT, Polyvagal Therapy, and Rational Emotive Behavioral Therapy. When Ben isn't working, he enjoys spending time with his wife and children.
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Clinical Psychologist who provides therapy for individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, change-of-life events, & general stress. Treatment is evidence-based and oriented around Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Treatment is tailored to each client & focuses on increasing self-awareness, emotional experience, & skill development in stress reduction, communication, & preserving healthy relationships. Scientifically informed education is offered to increase understanding of mechanisms that maintain unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
Clinical Psychologist who provides therapy for individuals with depression, anxiety, PTSD, change-of-life events, & general stress. Treatment is evidence-based and oriented around Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT), Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT). Treatment is tailored to each client & focuses on increasing self-awareness, emotional experience, & skill development in stress reduction, communication, & preserving healthy relationships. Scientifically informed education is offered to increase understanding of mechanisms that maintain unhelpful thoughts and behaviors.
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As a Psychologist I use neurofeedback, therapy and hypnosis with ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, autism/Asperger's, OCD, head injuries, concussions, headaches/migraine, learning disabilities, substance abuse and alcoholism, PTSD, cognitive decline in aging, chronic pain, IBS, uncontrolled seizures, for peak performance, and physical balance problems. All neurofeedback is individualized and done myself without technicians. Office hours Mon-Wed 9 a.m. to 7 p.m and accept calls Monday-Friday. I have been President of the International Society for Neurofeedback and Research, and of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis.
As a Psychologist I use neurofeedback, therapy and hypnosis with ADD/ADHD, anxiety, depression, insomnia, autism/Asperger's, OCD, head injuries, concussions, headaches/migraine, learning disabilities, substance abuse and alcoholism, PTSD, cognitive decline in aging, chronic pain, IBS, uncontrolled seizures, for peak performance, and physical balance problems. All neurofeedback is individualized and done myself without technicians. Office hours Mon-Wed 9 a.m. to 7 p.m and accept calls Monday-Friday. I have been President of the International Society for Neurofeedback and Research, and of the American Society of Clinical Hypnosis.
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I view therapy as a place for both the patient and the therapist to be real and authentic. Therapy can be a place where we come together to listen to and honor those parts of ourselves that we cut off. Over time, as we come to acknowledge and accept those parts of self that have been left behind, we can come to feel whole again. In this way, therapy does not eliminate every pain or problem, but it is a chance for reducing unnecessary suffering while being kind to ourselves in the face of the inherent struggles of life.
I view therapy as a place for both the patient and the therapist to be real and authentic. Therapy can be a place where we come together to listen to and honor those parts of ourselves that we cut off. Over time, as we come to acknowledge and accept those parts of self that have been left behind, we can come to feel whole again. In this way, therapy does not eliminate every pain or problem, but it is a chance for reducing unnecessary suffering while being kind to ourselves in the face of the inherent struggles of life.
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Meghan Vickrey
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
I am passionate about helping adults find joy and meaning in their lives. Depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, and grief are all life experiences that can keep us feeling disconnected from ourselves and the true experiences we desire. As we work together on these issues, I hope to help you recognize your own inner strength that can help you through these challenges to find a sense of peace, personal growth, resilience, and joy.
I am passionate about helping adults find joy and meaning in their lives. Depression, anxiety, trauma, chronic illness, and grief are all life experiences that can keep us feeling disconnected from ourselves and the true experiences we desire. As we work together on these issues, I hope to help you recognize your own inner strength that can help you through these challenges to find a sense of peace, personal growth, resilience, and joy.
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4 Healing Center
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, PhD, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW, has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, veterinarians, and veterans who have experienced trauma to achieve their therapeutic goals. Dr. Nimer graduated from the University of Utah with a Master's degree and from the University of Tennessee with a Doctorate in Veterinary Social Work. She approaches therapy from a family systems perspective, even when working with individuals. She has training to work with individuals diagnosed with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and terminal illnesses. She uses an array of evidence-based practices with all her clients.
Janelle Nimer, Ph.D., LCSW, has over 20 years of experience working with children, adolescents, adults, veterinarians, and veterans who have experienced trauma to achieve their therapeutic goals. Dr. Nimer graduated from the University of Utah with a Master's degree and from the University of Tennessee with a Doctorate in Veterinary Social Work. She approaches therapy from a family systems perspective, even when working with individuals. She has training to work with individuals diagnosed with disabilities, chronic illnesses, and terminal illnesses. She uses an array of evidence-based practices with all her clients.
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I believe healing is a process; with each layer you shed through healing, your values will shift and grow. I work with individuals, 8 years old and up are feeling a sense of stuckness but are not sure where it lives. We will take what you already know about yourself, even if it’s just a bit, and dive into where you seek to go. The clients I work with are eager to make shifts in their life, crave feedback and support, while knowing that change can be a slow process. The goal for each person I work with is that you begin to understand the places in your life where you can live more fully.
I believe healing is a process; with each layer you shed through healing, your values will shift and grow. I work with individuals, 8 years old and up are feeling a sense of stuckness but are not sure where it lives. We will take what you already know about yourself, even if it’s just a bit, and dive into where you seek to go. The clients I work with are eager to make shifts in their life, crave feedback and support, while knowing that change can be a slow process. The goal for each person I work with is that you begin to understand the places in your life where you can live more fully.
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Aimee Dansie
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84009
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Do you feel like you address the same issues over and over again but long term change seems to be out of arms reach? You are not alone. I have worked with individual's and couples that feel like they are stuck in an endless cycle of trying to change but not getting anywhere. I enjoy working with individuals that want to change and are willing to do the work it takes to make long term change possible. Whether it be a mental health disorder, relationship issues, family struggles, conflict at school or with friends, addiction, trauma, or just basic every day life struggles,
Are you tired of traditional talk therapy? Do you feel like you address the same issues over and over again but long term change seems to be out of arms reach? You are not alone. I have worked with individual's and couples that feel like they are stuck in an endless cycle of trying to change but not getting anywhere. I enjoy working with individuals that want to change and are willing to do the work it takes to make long term change possible. Whether it be a mental health disorder, relationship issues, family struggles, conflict at school or with friends, addiction, trauma, or just basic every day life struggles,
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Matt Larson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84095
I offer hope, genuineness, trust and a safe environment to work through, analyze and decrease symptoms. I specialize in individual, couples and family psychotherapy. See full profile @ www.mattlarsontherapy.com CRISIS INTERVENTION Help Now! IN PERSON & TELEHEALTH (online confidential/safe)....text 801-599-6396 to discuss! My hope during tough times!
I offer hope, genuineness, trust and a safe environment to work through, analyze and decrease symptoms. I specialize in individual, couples and family psychotherapy. See full profile @ www.mattlarsontherapy.com CRISIS INTERVENTION Help Now! IN PERSON & TELEHEALTH (online confidential/safe)....text 801-599-6396 to discuss! My hope during tough times!
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Jarom Gaitan
Licensed Professional Counselor, CMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
South Jordan, UT 84009
Jarom Gaitan was born and raised in Ventura, California. Jarom has been happily married for over 20 years and a father of four children. He completed his undergrad from the University of Utah in Sociology. While working on is undergrad, Jarom gained a love for working with people having volunteered for a rape crisis team and crisis line in Utah County. Due to this experience it encouraged him to further his academic career at the University of Phoenix in Mental Health Counseling and later obtain his license as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
Jarom Gaitan was born and raised in Ventura, California. Jarom has been happily married for over 20 years and a father of four children. He completed his undergrad from the University of Utah in Sociology. While working on is undergrad, Jarom gained a love for working with people having volunteered for a rape crisis team and crisis line in Utah County. Due to this experience it encouraged him to further his academic career at the University of Phoenix in Mental Health Counseling and later obtain his license as a Clinical Mental Health Counselor.
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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.