Chronic Pain therapists in Port Coquitlam, British Columbia BC, Canada CA
Port Coquitlam Therapists (Statistics)
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$154
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 5% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
|
| 47% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 72% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 60% | Somatic Therapy |
| 58% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 58% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 54% | Internal Family Systems (IFS) |
| 54% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 53% | Narrative Therapy |
We are proud to feature top rated Chronic Pain therapists in Port Coquitlam. We encourage you to review each profile to find your best match.
Chronic Pain or Illness
Elysia Bronson (The Woods Counselling)
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Clinical Counsellor, Online Therapy, Chronic Pain, & Traumatologist
Navigating Chronic Pain and Illness at The Woods Counselling
At The Woods Counselling, I specialize in helping individuals navigate the challenges of chronic pain and illness. I understand the daily struggles you face – the constant pain, fatigue, and limitations that can impact your entire life.
Our Approach:
Pain Management Strategies: I teach you evidence-based techniques to manage pain symptoms, including relaxation training, mindfulness practices, and cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for pain management.
Energy Conservation & Pacing: I help you develop strategies to conserve energy and pace yourself throughout the day, allowing you to participate in activities you value.
Coping with Stress & Anxiety: Chronic pain and illness can be major stressors. I equip you with tools to manage stress and anxiety, which can often exacerbate pain symptoms.
Emotional Support: I create a safe space for you to express your emotions – frustration, anger, sadness – and develop healthy coping mechanisms.
Living a Fulfilling Life: My goal is to empower you to live a fulfilling life, even with chronic pain or illness. I help you identify and adapt your lifestyle to promote well-being and find joy amidst challenges.
You Deserve Support:
Living with chronic pain or illness can be isolating. I offer compassionate support and guidance, helping you connect with a community of understanding individuals. Online support groups can be an integral part of this journey.
Ready to Take Back Control?
Chronic pain and illness don't have to define you. Schedule a free consultation to discuss how online therapy at The Woods Counselling can help you manage your symptoms, improve your well-being, and reclaim control of your life.
Elysia Bronson at The Woods Counselling: Your Partner in Managing Chronic Pain and Illness through Online Therapy
4 Years Experience
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Shay Galamiton
Counsellor/Therapist, RPC, MPCC
I work with individuals managing chronic pain or illness in a safe, compassionate space. Together, we address emotional and physical challenges, build coping strategies, strengthen resilience, and enhance overall quality of life and well-being.
3 Years Experience
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Manupriya Mehra
Licensed Professional Counsellor, Registered Therapeutic Counsellor (RTC)(ACCT), B.A., M.A. Psychology ( India)
Living with chronic pain or long-term illness can affect emotional wellbeing, identity, relationships, and daily functioning. I support individuals in coping with the emotional impact of ongoing pain, stress, and uncertainty. Through a trauma-informed and mind–body approach, we focus on emotional regulation, stress reduction, pacing, and restoring a sense of control and resilience while living with physical limitations.
24 Years Experience
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Aaron Chin
Licensed Mental Health Counsellor, MA, RCC
When working with chronic pain or illness, I like to start with some mindfulness around the issue to gain a deeper understanding of the experience, from here there are many options, and I rely of the client's wisdom to guide me.
4 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Coquitlam, BC
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia
Chronic Pain or Illness
Reema Qamar
Counsellor/Therapist, MA, RCC, CCC
Therapy focuses on enhancing the quality of your life by focusing on aspects of your life and well-being that foster compassion and optimism. Trauma therapy to address attachment wounds and traumatic experiences can be an integral component of the treatment process.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Coquitlam, BC
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia
Chronic Pain or Illness
Daniel McMath
Counsellor/Therapist, PCC, MPCC Provisional, Facilitator, Inner Compass Catalyst
Living with Chronic Pain: My Counsel‑Based Approach
When pain becomes a constant companion, the mind and body enter a silent negotiation that can erode hope, identity, and daily functioning. As a counsellor specializing in chronic pain, I view my role not as a “fix‑it” service but as a partnership that restores agency and meaning within the limits that pain imposes.
1. Validation first – I begin every session by acknowledging the reality of the client’s experience. Chronic pain is often invisible; hearing a therapist say, “I hear you, and your pain matters,” can dismantle the shame that fuels isolation.
2. Collaborative narrative building – Together we map the story of pain: when it started, how it’s changed over time, and what beliefs have emerged (“I’m broken,” “I’m a burden”). By externalizing pain as a “part‑player” rather than an intrinsic flaw, clients can begin to challenge unhelpful scripts.
3. Skills for the present moment – Mindful body scanning, paced breathing, and gentle movement are woven into our work. These practices cultivate interoceptive awareness, allowing clients to distinguish between pain signals and fear‑driven amplification.
4. Cognitive‑behavioral reframing – I help clients identify catastrophizing thoughts and replace them with realistic, compassionate alternatives (“I may feel pain, but I can still engage in what matters”).
5. Values‑driven action planning – Pain will not disappear overnight, but life can still be purposeful. We set small, measurable goals aligned with the client’s core values—whether it’s strolling through a garden, joining a support group, or simply savoring a favorite song.
6. Ongoing support & self‑compassion – Progress is non‑linear. Regular check‑ins, relapse‑prevention strategies, and encouragement of self‑kindness keep momentum alive.
My mission is to empower those living with chronic pain to rewrite their inner dialogue, reclaim control over their choices, and find resilience in the spaces between flare‑ups. Together, we turn “pain‑dominant” living into a balanced, hope‑infused narrative.
23 Years Experience
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Kim Alscher
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RCC
I am certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and have completed extensive training in other evidence-based mind-body approaches to overcoming chronic pain, fatigue and other neuroplastic symptoms. I am also a person with lived experience of chronic pain and ME/CFS, who has seen profound improvements through the use of Pain Reprocessing Therapy and other mindfulness-based techniques. Because of this, I have strong foundation of knowledge and tools to support clients navigating similar challenges.
17 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Coquitlam, BC
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia
Chronic Pain or Illness
Darren Williamson
Counsellor/Therapist, RCC (#23397)
People often think of chronic pain as a physical problem. But living with chronic pain can take a heavy psychological toll. It can create feelings of anger, hopelessness, shame and isolation. It can impact your sleep, your diet, and can contribute to a variety of psychological symptoms such as depression, phobia and anxiety.
Together we will make a pain management plan that involves identifying the thoughts and emotions contributing to your pain. Through counselling, we can find a way for you to handle your pain more effectively, and improve your self-esteem and overall quality of life.
3 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Coquitlam, BC
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia
Chronic Pain or Illness
Sophia Kopelow
Registered Psychotherapist, MA, RCC
I know how isolating chronic pain/illness can feel. It’s more than just a physical condition—it affects mental health, emotions, and daily functioning. I help support clients manage the frustration, grief, sadness, and exhaustion that comes along with chronic pain using a holistic approach—considering the mind, body and spirit. I want to empower you to feel more in control of your life and have the confidence and strength to cope with challenges. I offer in-person, virtual or walk and talk therapy. I would love to hear from you—head to my website to book your free 20-minute consultation.
6 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Coquitlam, BC
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia
Chronic Pain or Illness
Alex Henderson
Registered Psychotherapist, MACP, B.A
I bring lived experience and both with chronic illness and pain as well as an intimate knowledge of how therapy can interface with these experiences. I recognise the grief and rage that can become key markers of our lives when we experience these conditions and I understand how anger and sadness can become braided and fused when we think about our bodies and our health. Nothing is too much for me to hear and everything is welcome when we discuss health.
1 Years Experience
In-Person Near Port Coquitlam, BC
Online in Port Coquitlam, BC British Columbia