Chronic Pain therapists in University, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Redbird Therapy Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapists
Myroslava Tyzkyj, Terri Roberton, Rahwa Gebredingle, and Barbara Brown have experience working with folks managing chronic pain or illness. They draw on somatic, cognitive and psychodynamic approaches to provide you with the support you need. Contact our Intake Worker to help determine who will be the best fit for you.
29 Years Experience
Andrea Rowell
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
It can be very isolating to go through chronic pain or illness, and yet this is a time of life when we need healthy and supportive connection with others the most. The IFS (internal family systems) approach can be especially supportive for relief of chronic illness, autoimmune illness, and pain. I use the IFS approach because it's an incredibly non-pathologizing approach, and when you're "all out of spoons", that compassion is really needed.
5 Years Experience
Centre for Psychology and Emotional Health
Psychologist
Our team includes several therapists who have special interests in providing therapy to individuals experiencing challenges in adjusting to and coping with chronic illnesses including cancer.
21 Years Experience
Amy Chen
Registered Psychotherapist, RP (Qualifying), MEd, CCPA
If you're experiencing chronic illness, you need a therapist who understands the profound impact and the toll of ongoing physical discomfort on your mental and emotional health. Through a collaborative and personalized therapy approach, we'll explore the complex interplay between your physical symptoms and your mental health, equip you with practical coping strategies and tools to enhance your resilience and improve your quality of life. We'll work to manage the emotional toll of chronic illness, so that it no longer defines or limits your potential for happiness and fulfillment. Reach out today to schedule a free consultation - it would be a privilege to support you in your journey of healing and growth.
1 Years Experience
Maryam Moazzami
Pre-Licensed Professional, Bsc. MPH.
Living with chronic pain or illness can feel like an uphill battle, but you don't have to face it alone. I offer compassionate and holistic support to help you regain control of your life and well-being. Through a combination of evidence-based therapies, mindfulness techniques, and lifestyle adjustments, we'll work together to develop personalized strategies for managing pain, reducing symptoms, and improving overall quality of life. Whether you're coping with fibromyalgia, arthritis, migraines, or another chronic condition, I provide a safe and supportive space to explore your experiences, address emotional challenges, and cultivate resilience. My goal is to empower you with the tools and resources needed to thrive despite the challenges of chronic pain or illness.
1 Years Experience
Bauer Counselling & Consultation
Registered Social Worker, RSW, BSW, MSW
Whether you are newly diagnosed or live with a chronic illness and/or pain I am here to help. Depending on the illness, a new diagnosis can mean many things, including life style changes. Acceptance of a new illness and the various changes it can involve can be challenging. Working frontline in Healthcare, I have supported many individuals make meaningful change and/or cope with various medical concerns. Let's chat about your concern, your goals and what strategies you can utilize to better manage the illness and symptoms.
10 Years Experience
Transforming Emotions
Psychologist
Living with with chronic pain or illness is a complicated and often challenging experience. Chronic health conditions can leave us feeling alone, misunderstood, exhausted, worried, irritable and even hopeless. Having the right supports in place as you navigate long-term conditions can help you to focus on what is most important in your life, leaving you with more energy for living and less time spent managing difficult feelings or relationships. Book now for a free consultation to find a therapist who has the skills, understanding, and desire to walk beside you on this difficult journey.
17 Years Experience
Stacy Kirkbride - Turnpage Counselling & Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, Registered Psychotherapist
Chronic pain and illness can often leave us feeling immense grief, a loss of self, and deep uncertainty about the future. As a Registered Psychotherapist and Recreation Therapist, I specialize in supporting individuals experiencing chronic pain, chronic conditions, and autoimmune disorders, and assist with rebuilding self-esteem, cope with changes to interpersonal relationships, reduce anxiety and depression, and cope with ongoing challenges.
3 Years Experience
Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, RCT, RCC, CCC, ATR-P
At Clayre Sessoms Psychotherapy, we specialize in providing comprehensive support for individuals coping with chronic pain. Chronic pain can have a profound impact on every aspect of a person's life, affecting not only physical well-being but also emotional health and overall quality of life. Our therapeutic approach is tailored to help individuals manage and alleviate the physical and emotional challenges that often accompany chronic pain.
Our holistic treatment focuses on addressing the complex interplay between physical discomfort, emotional distress, and mental health. Through a combination of somatic therapy techniques and mindfulness practices, we help clients develop effective strategies for managing pain, reducing stress, and improving overall well-being. By incorporating a mind-body approach, we aim to empower individuals to better understand and cope with their pain, fostering a sense of control and resilience.
We recognize that chronic pain is a multifaceted experience that can impact one's relationships, work, and sense of self. Our therapists provide a safe and compassionate space for clients to explore their pain experience, express their feelings, and learn coping mechanisms to navigate the challenges of living with chronic pain. Through tailored interventions and personalized support, we work collaboratively with clients to enhance their quality of life, promote self-care, and cultivate a positive outlook on their pain management journey.
Our goal is to help individuals with chronic pain find relief, regain a sense of empowerment, and rediscover joy and fulfillment in their daily lives. By offering a holistic and integrative approach to pain management, we support clients in developing resilience, self-awareness, and a renewed sense of well-being.
9 Years Experience
Dr. Kim Edwards
Psychologist, C.Psych.
Can chronic pain get better?
Yes! Our brain changes and adapt throughout our lifetime (i.e., this is called neuroplasticity). Habits are essentially strengthened roads or pathways when we repeatedly do or feel or think in the same way. When we continue to travel the same road or pathway, we strengthen the habit. When we form a new habit, we make new connections and old pathways are used less/weakened. The more we travel the pathway, the more our thoughts, feelings, and behaviours become second nature (e.g., like brushing teeth).
In chronic pain, the nervous system and brain have changed due to neuroplasticity in an unhelpful way. The good news is that we all have the ability to learn and change by rewiring our brain.
Join our clinicians to participate in our 10-session Mind-Body Connection program designed to teach you strategies to manage chronic pain. Meet Laura, our awesome physiotherapist who can also provide additional strategies.
Some of our coaches have:
• Helped to start one of the largest pediatric chronic pain programs at a children’s hospital in Ontario
• Currently also at hospital chronic pain clinics
• Completed dissertation projects on chronic pain and are actively involved in ongoing research
• Hold leadership positions on regional and national chronic pain committees
• Hold academic appointments at well respected universities in which they teach and supervise trainees in the field of chronic pain
• Start psychosocial oncology programs in hospitals
9 Years Experience