Online Chronic Pain therapists in Bristow, Virginia VA
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Dr. Rebecca Fleischer
Psychologist, Licensed Clinical Psychologist
Many patients with chronic health issues have comorbid mood disorders and anxiety.
34 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Dr. Annette Tardif
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Tardif Psychology specializes in:
Persistent/chronic physical pain, eg. hypermobility/HSD/hEDS, migraines, cancer, pelvic pain
Times of hormone changes, eg. postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause
Caretaking, eg. a loved one has a chronic illness
Burnout, ongoing stress, eg. school, work
Persistent/chronic mental health pain, eg. trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD
8 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Jackie Bailey
Pre-Licensed Professional, M.Ed., Resident in Counseling
As a practicing nurse practitioner of over 20 years and a counselor, I have a unique view into a lot of chronic illness and work with people's mental distress and physical struggles together. I also have personal experience with a chronic illness which makes me really understand your fears or distress.
3 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Alicia Townsend
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
With a PhD in Health Psychology and 20 years of practice in the field, I have clinically-proven skills to help manage many physical issues such as chronic pain, migraines, tension headaches, dysautonomia, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), sport injury and recovery, and other chronic illnesses. It is important to address both the mental and physical aspects of these issues, as both impact one another greatly.
21 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Dr. Cara Bussell, PhD, LLC
Psychologist
Living with chronic pain or illness can affect every part of life, including physical health, emotional well-being, relationships, and daily functioning. I work with adults who are managing ongoing medical conditions to reduce stress, improve coping, and reconnect with meaning and purpose. My approach combines evidence-based therapy, psychoeducation, and mindfulness-informed strategies to support both acceptance and resilience. Whether you have recently been diagnosed or have been managing symptoms for years, I offer a space where you can feel heard, understood, and supported. I welcome you to reach out for a free consultation.
11 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Hannah Hayden with Sapphire Counseling
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Living with a chronic illness or ongoing pain can impact every area of life, including your mood, relationships, identity, and sense of control. Therapy can provide support as you navigate the emotional challenges that often accompany medical conditions. We help clients process difficult emotions, adjust to life changes, manage stress, and find ways to maintain quality of life despite ongoing health concerns.
4 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Reginald K. Riggins
Psychologist, PhD
Chronic pain is a condition that affects multiple aspects of a person's life and can exacerbate both depression and anxiety symptoms. I use cognitive-behavioral therapy for chronic pain to improve one's quality of life by accepting the reality of having pain in your life and learning how to move forward it. In addition, a client will learn several relaxation and cognitive skills to reduce and manage the pain as best as possible in conjunction with your current medical treatment plan.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Rebecca Castle-Waller
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
People mean well, but they just don't get it. From the folks who "helpfully" suggest you try yoga and tea tree oil to the folks who absolutely refuse to acknowledge the elephant in the room, you find yourself working twice as hard, first to manage your pain and condition, and second to make sure you aren't bothering the people around you. This goes double if you have an invisible disability.
I get it. Let's give you a space where you can unmask. A space where you can be you without having to worry about bothering people, complaining too much, being too graphic. I've heard it all. Let's build a space together where we can look at some of the underlying psychology to give you tools to help build the life you want to be living.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Three Oaks Behavioral Health & Wellness
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW, LCMHC, LCAS
Helping clients cope with the emotional and psychological impact of ongoing health conditions.
7 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Chronic illness and pain can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, affecting their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Traditional treatments often focus on managing symptoms, but hypnotherapy offers a complementary approach that addresses the underlying psychological and emotional factors contributing to chronic conditions. At MindOverHealing, hypnotherapy is used to help clients manage their chronic illness and pain, promoting holistic healing and improved quality of life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Cheryl S Rubenstein
Psychologist, PhD
Chronic pain makes people miserable. Even though we may not be able to make the pain disappear, together, we can develop strategies to help you manage it.
19 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
John Perry
Counselor/Therapist, Resident in Counseling, MA, NCC
In therapy, my focus on treating chronic pain or illness revolves around a holistic and individualized approach. We delve into understanding the physical and emotional dimensions of the experience, employing evidence-based techniques to manage symptoms and enhance overall well-being. Together, we navigate the complexities of chronic conditions, working towards not just alleviating pain, but also fostering a sense of empowerment and resilience in the face of persistent challenges.
4 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Elisha S Lee
Counselor/Therapist, NCCA CTCC CPC
Our counseling services for chronic pain or illness offer a supportive sanctuary for individuals navigating the complexities and challenges of living with long-term health conditions. Understanding that chronic pain and illness affect not just the body but also the mind and spirit, we provide empathetic, holistic care designed to improve quality of life, enhance coping strategies, and foster resilience and hope.
Compassionate Support for Managing Chronic Conditions
* Holistic Approach: We recognize that chronic pain and illness can touch every aspect of life—physical, emotional, and social. Our strategies are comprehensive, addressing not just the symptoms but the whole person.
* Cognitive-Behavioral Therapy (CBT): CBT is particularly effective in helping clients manage the impacts of living with chronic conditions, such as coping with pain, dealing with anxiety or depression, and adjusting lifestyle changes.
* Mindfulness and Relaxation Techniques: Incorporating mindfulness, meditation, and relaxation techniques can aid in reducing the stress response, which is often exacerbated in chronic conditions, and can help manage pain levels more effectively.
* Pain Management Education: We provide education on pain management techniques and the relationship between emotional states and physical pain, empowering clients with knowledge and tools to better control their symptoms.
* Support Groups: Facilitating access to support groups and community resources, allowing clients to connect with others who share similar experiences, fostering a sense of belonging and mutual support.
Goals of Counseling for Chronic Pain or Illness
Our aims in providing counseling for chronic pain or illness include:
* Enhanced Quality of Life: Support clients in finding joy and satisfaction in life despite the challenges of their condition.
* Effective Coping Strategies: Develop and reinforce coping mechanisms for dealing with both the physical symptoms and emotional stress of chronic conditions.
* Emotional Resilience: Foster emotional resilience, helping clients to adjust to their situation, deal with feelings of grief or loss, and cultivate a hopeful, positive outlook.
* Improved Self-Care: Encourage practices and routines that promote physical health, mental wellbeing, and self-compassion.
* Strengthened Autonomy: Empower individuals to take control over their lives and make informed decisions about their care, reinforcing their sense of autonomy and independence.
Living with chronic pain or illness is a significant challenge, but it doesn’t have to define your life. Our counseling services aim to provide a nurturing space where you can find the support, strategies, and strength to navigate your journey with dignity, courage, and hope. Reach out to us, and let’s work together toward a future where your condition is a part of your life, not the entirety of it.
9 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Teona Amble
Psychologist, Ph.D., LP
Living with chronic pain or chronic illness can take a toll on your self-esteem, sense of well-being, quality of life, and relationships. I have helped people to build resilience to these stressors and manage the impact of pain and illness on your mental and physical health. I can relate to the struggles as someone who has lived with chronic pain. I am your guide to living your best life and coping with challenges while accepting things out of your control. I look forward to teaching you tools to promote relaxation, positive self-talk, and healing.
15 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA (Online Only)
Dr Todd Giardina
Psychologist, PhD, Counseling Psychology
I trained in chronic pain management in many hospitals during my PhD program and beyond. I have since worked in hospitals and clinics for many years before transitioning into private practice. I understand much of the medical lingo and the confusing messaging one can receive from MDs - I can help put you at ease while also teaching you to advocate for yourself around your illness. The biggest component with chronic pain, of course, is acknowledging the interplay between mental and physical pain - "it's all in your head" is a dismissive statement some may hear, but also we work from the truth that pain is somewhat in your head, and that is how a psychologist can help you learn to manage physical pain.
19 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Andrea Miller
Counselor/Therapist, NCC
In my sessions with clients dealing with chronic pain or illness, I often incorporate Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to help them develop mindfulness skills, accept their condition, and commit to living a fulfilling life despite their challenges. Additionally, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) assists clients in identifying and modifying negative thought patterns and behaviors related to their pain or illness, empowering them to manage their symptoms more effectively. By using Solution-Focused Brief Therapy techniques, I help clients identify their strengths and resources, encouraging them to focus on achievable goals and solutions to enhance their quality of life despite their ongoing health issues.
5 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Dr. Elizabeth Coldren
Psychologist, PSYD, PSYPACT
I work with people whose lives have been shaped by their bodies in ways they did not choose. This may include serious or long‑term illness, chronic pain, complex diagnoses or diagnostic uncertainty, and the lingering impact of medical procedures and hospitalizations. For some, there is also medical trauma or other trauma woven in. For others, the ongoing symptoms themselves are what feel overwhelming.
Many of the adults, teens, and children I see look like they are managing from the outside. They keep up with school, work, or family responsibilities and often minimize what they are going through. Inside, there may be fear, grief, anger, exhaustion, or a sense of watching life move on without them.
I often work with people who are trying to navigate medical, school, or workplace systems that feel unsupportive, confusing, or exhausting, and to live a life that makes sense when very few people seem to understand what it is really like.
My work is not general support for illness. I focus on how pain, illness, and medical experiences live in the nervous system and shape mood, relationships, daily life, and sense of self. We make space for the very real impact of ongoing pain or fatigue, adjusting to new diagnoses or changes in functioning, repeated medical procedures or hospital stays, encounters with dismissive or disbelieving providers, and the losses and changes that come with a life that is different from what was expected. Together, we work with your body’s responses to what has happened, the stress of navigating care and systems, and the question of how to move forward in a way that feels possible for you. Supporting people whose lives have been shaped by illness and pain is central to my practice, and I have deep respect for how much you carry that others often cannot see.
26 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
MJB Wellness LLC
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Coach, Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Sex Educator, Certified Reiki
I have made Chronic Illness and Pain a specialty in my practice and I have trained with some of the leading experts in that area. I have worked with many chronic pain sufferers, often eliminating all their pain even when it has been a long standing problem. As far as illnesses go, I have been able to eliminate all the symptoms of a client who was suffering from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, a degenerative neurological condition related to ALS or Lou Gehrigs disease. When I first met him, he had been degenerating for 12 years, was confined to a wheelchair, could no longer speak, drooled constantly, suffered from tremors and repetitive movements, inability to sleep and he lacked motivation to do his physical therapy, the only treatment doctors could offer him. With no treatment or drugs for his condition, doctors expected him to die soon most likely from choking as he lost control of his swallowing. After one session, we stopped the tremors and repetitive movements, got him to sleep more soundly and do his PT. After a second session he was able to speak again and walk again. After 5 sessions one couldn't even tell he was sick and now 6 years later he is still gardening, walking his dog, hiking in the mountains. Soon after I worked with a gentleman who had developed an adult onset form of Muscular Dystrophy called Myotonic Dystrophy. Only 45 years old, he suffered from severe chronic fatigue, finding himself unable to get out of bed in the morning, taking hours to stand up. He had muscular pain and rigidity, painful joints and various digestive issues. The morning after our first session, he woke up full of energy and jumped out of bed. After a few more sessions we eliminated all his physical symptoms as well as clearing several emotional issues that had plagued him his whole life. Recently he contacted me to update me and report his still feeling good. I have also worked with clients with MS and Parkinsons> This past year I trained and certified in treating IBS and other gut conditions, learning a protocol which is considered the most effective treatment for these issues. I have also trained and certified in Hypno-Oncology, enabling me to support patients on their Cancer journey to deal with pain, anxiety, and the effects of treatment such as nausea. Recently, I worked with a woman with stage 4 lung Cancer. Her only hope was a new experimental protocol that involved a long needle inserted into the stomach. She had a lifelong needle phobia and was terrified. After the first grueling treatment she came home and cried and vomited for 3 days. After one session she went in for her second treatment and she was able to laugh and sing show tunes with the nurses throughout the treatment, felt no pain and went home calm and relaxed.
8 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Allison Bernardo
Pre-Licensed Professional, Resident in Counseling
Living with a chronic illness or ongoing pain affects much more than your physical health. Therapy can help you process the emotional impact, cope with changes in identity or independence, reduce stress, and improve your overall quality of life while navigating the challenges of chronic conditions.
1 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Washington Psychological Wellness
Counselor/Therapist
Chronic pain and illness can have a detrimental impact on social, emotional, and daily life functioning. At Washington Psychological Wellness, our clinicians provide holistic mental health care that focuses on the mind-body connection. Certain therapeutic techniques such as mindfulness meditation, deep breathing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) have been scientifically proven to reduce chronic pain and illness symptoms. Our clinicians collaborate with each individual to tailor treatment to their unique needs and circumstances. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Contact us now!
12 Years Experience
Online in Bristow, VA
Chronic Pain therapists in Bristow, Virginia Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Bristow, Virginia average 15 years of experience and charge around $212 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Chronic Pain or Illness (100%), Anxiety or Fears (91%), and Depression (82%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$212
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 29% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 63% |
In Person and Online |
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| 37% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Chronic Pain or Illness |
| 91% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 71% | Loss or Grief |
| 71% | Stress |
| 71% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 57% | Self Esteem |