Chronic Pain therapists in Abernant, Alabama AL
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Chronic Pain
Alena Porter
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC
Chronic pain or illness is a multifaceted issue. There is, of course, the pain or illness but there is also the fear of feeling more pain or ill, and the constant belief that they "should" be more productive. Additionally, most of my client's struggle with accepting that they are not making this up, they are not being lazy, they are not 'conveniently" hurting or ill when something needs to be done. I can help you desensitize and reframe all of these negative beliefs and help you release the fear of more pain which is actually causing more pain. Lastly, with EMDR in many cases I can reduce or eliminate chronic pain symptoms.
8 Years Experience
Online in Abernant, AL Alabama (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with individuals navigating chronic pain and long-term health conditions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness, I help clients manage the emotional impact of illness, reduce distress, and build coping strategies that support resilience, functioning, and quality of life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique experience.
16 Years Experience
Online in Abernant, AL Alabama (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
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 Abernant, AL Alabama
Chronic Pain
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 Abernant, AL Alabama
Chronic Pain
Collins Counseling Associates
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LMFT
Paul Swaim-Sanders, LPC and Diana Ford, LPC have received additional training and education to treat individuals suffering from chronic illness and also to provide care to caregivers.
21 Years Experience
Online in Abernant, AL Alabama
Chronic Pain therapists in Abernant, Alabama Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Abernant, Alabama average 17 years of experience and charge around $213 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Behavioral Therapy (45%), and Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (41%).
Average years in practice
17 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$213
Accept insurance
40%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 63% |
Female |
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| 34% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 59% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 45% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 41% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Biopsychosocial Therapy |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 64% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Teen |
| 22% | Children |
Client Focus
| 60% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 43% | Military / Veterans |
| 38% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 36% | LGBTQ+ |