Chronic Pain therapists in Thunder Bay, Ontario ON, Canada CA
Chronic Pain or Illness
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
Chronic Pain or Illness
Novus Rehab
Registered Social Worker, RSW
Working in the motor vehicle accident sector, we are well versed to working with clients with chronic pain, injury and illness. Strategies and referrals to cope and manage pain are provided through psychoeducation. Dialectical Behaviour Therapy and Radical Acceptance are used to help increase mindfulness, distress tolerance, and emotional regulation.
9 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Divyanksha Gaind Lotus Beacon of Hope Psychotherapy
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Comprehensive Therapy for Chronic Illness at Lotus Beacon of Hope Psychotherapy in Toronto and Ontario
Living with a chronic illness can be overwhelming and challenging, impacting not only your physical health but also your emotional well-being. At Lotus Beacon of Hope Psychotherapy, we provide specialized support for individuals dealing with chronic illnesses in Toronto and Ontario. Our compassionate, integrative approach is designed to help you navigate the complexities of living with a chronic condition and improve your overall quality of life.
Our therapy services for chronic illness include:
Emotional Support and Counseling: Helping you process and cope with the emotional impact of your condition.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT): Assisting in managing negative thoughts and behaviors that can arise from chronic illness.
Mindfulness and Stress Management: Techniques to help you manage stress, anxiety, and pain associated with chronic illness.
Psychoeducation and Coping Strategies: Equipping you with knowledge and practical skills to manage your condition effectively.
Trauma-Informed Interventions: Addressing any trauma or psychological distress linked to your illness.
In the initial sessions, we focus on understanding the specific impact of your chronic illness on your life, exploring your emotional responses, and identifying your personal goals for therapy. Together, we develop a tailored plan that utilizes evidence-based interventions to support your journey towards improved mental and emotional health.
If you are struggling with the challenges of a chronic illness, reach out for a consultation. Discover how our psychotherapy services in the Toronto GTA and Ontario can help you achieve a better quality of life.
11 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Julie Willsie
Registered Psychotherapist, BSc, MACP; Registered Psychotherapist
I have worked for over 25 years with clients injured in life-altering motor vehicle accidents. The chronic pain associated with traumatic injury or illness can affect our relationships, family dynamics, ability to maintain work, increase financial stress and reduce our abilities to function in society. My focus is to learn your goals and interests, to try to find ways to cope and move forward for a more productive and satisfying life again.
3 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Meredith Mpinga
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, CPC
As a covid-conscious therapist, I want to ensure that Meadowinds is a safe space for clients who are vulnerable or suffering from chronic illness.
Our current dystopian reality can bring up so many feelings of grief, loneliness, despair, anger... and yet often the supports and resources we've relied on in the past to help us through challenges are not as accessible today.
Whether you want a safe space to process your own emotions, losses, and challenges with the ongoing pandemic, or you just want a therapist who won't pathologise your precautions as you seek support for other concerns, I'm here for you.
At Meadowinds, sessions are available either in person with masking or on an online video platform from the comfort of your home.
Current office protocols include running an air purifier with HEPA filtration, staggering sessions to limit contact in the waiting room, and transitioning to an online session if symptomatic.
13 Years Experience