Chronic Pain therapists in Pasadena, California CA
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Chronic Pain or Illness
Bonnie Rae
Marriage and Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
I have personal experience with chronic pain, illness and autoimmune diseases, which helps my clients feel seen and understood. I've witnessed how pain and symptoms can flair up during times of stress or when emotions aren't being fully felt. One of the gifts of my work is witnessing chronic pain move out of the body when trauma and suppressed emotions are released. I've helped numerous people navigate life altering diagnoses, cancer, IBS, Crohn's Disease, Lupus, Alopecia, Hashimotos Disease, and more.
14 Years Experience
In-Person in Pasadena, CA 91101
Online in Pasadena, CA California
Chronic Pain or Illness
Anna Yu Lee
Life Coach, PhD, MPH, MA
I rely largely on existential, spiritual, and creative approaches for helping clients manage pain.
4 Years Experience
In-Person in Pasadena, CA 91103
Online in Pasadena, CA California
Chronic Pain or Illness
Dr. Jen Bachtold
Psychologist, Ph.D., Certified Alcohol & Drug Counselor-II (CADC-II), Certified Clinical Trauma Professional, Specialist in Anger Management
I have 8 years working with those specifically experiencing chronic pain and the emotional and mental health struggles that accompany daily pain. I am committed to helping individuals cope with the physical and emotional challenges associated with long-term health conditions. My approach integrates evidence-based therapies and personalized strategies to support your overall well-being and improve your quality of life.
11 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Growth and Change Counseling
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT
Everybody wants to be satisfied and fulfilled in their life and when you find yourself in a situation where you are living in chronic pain or illness, its really hard to figure out how to move forward in any meaningful way in your life. Whatever it is you are dealing we can come alongside you to support you in navigating the health and pain challenges you are experiencing.
8 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Ever After Individual and Family Therapy
Marriage and Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Living with chronic pain or illness affects every aspect of life, including mental health and relationships. We offer compassionate support and coping strategies to help clients navigate the emotional toll of their condition while reclaiming a sense of control and purpose.
17 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Timothy Weymann
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker (L.C.S.W.)
Living with chronic illness or chronic pain can affect every part of life—your body, mood, identity, relationships, and sense of control. I specialize in helping clients adjust to these ongoing challenges using evidence-based approaches that support both emotional resilience and practical coping. Through Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), we work to identify and shift unhelpful thought patterns that can intensify suffering, while building skills to manage stress, pacing, and daily functioning. Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) helps create space for difficult physical sensations and emotions, while reconnecting you with your values and what gives your life meaning—even in the presence of pain. I also incorporate EMDR to process medical trauma, diagnostic experiences, or other distressing events that may be compounding your adjustment. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in research. Together, we focus on reducing suffering, strengthening resilience, and helping you build a life that feels meaningful and empowered—no matter what your body is facing.
14 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Heidi Hartston
Psychologist, PhD
Life can change dramatically and suddenly from an injury or chronic illness. Your pain might be invisible to others who don't understand what you're going through or why your participation in activities has changed. Some days it takes heroic courage and determination just to do ordinary things. Working with an experienced therapist can be a game changer in finding ways to reclaim as much or your life as possible. Some suffering and loss is unavoidable. But there are strategies that minimize pain and reduce the secondary consequences that shrink your life. I combine insightful, caring depth work with evidence based techniques that are most effective in freeing you from unnecessary suffering and helping you get back to the happy, interactive activities that are meaningful to you.
35 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Emily St. Amant
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MHSP-S (TN), LPCC (CA)
I enjoy working with people living with chronic pain and illness and supporting them in empowering ways.
18 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
David Sudyka
Marriage and Family Therapist, Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, MA
Living with chronic pain or illness can be exhausting, both physically and emotionally. It often impacts your mood, energy, and ability to keep up with everyday life. In therapy we will create space to process what you are going through while also building tools to manage stress, adjust to limitations, and find a sense of balance. The goal is to help you feel more supported and better able to cope with the ongoing challenges you face.
4 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Viktoria Walda Byczkiewicz, Ph.D.
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Chronic pain or illness leaves us feeling drained and devoid of energy. Being sick and tired works on the mind and body like a downward spiral from which it feels like there is no escape. You can learn to co-exist with pain and illness; to keep on living life even with compromises, and to manage the pain psychologically, with ease. It is possible to begin enjoying activities that you used to, again. It is possible to keep on going!
10 Years Experience
Online in Pasadena, CA California (Online Only)
Pasadena is home to Caltech and the Huntington Hospital, and the city's intellectual, academic culture creates demand for therapists experienced in working with high-achievers navigating perfectionism, burnout, and the psychological demands of elite academic and scientific environments. The city's established residential character and proximity to Los Angeles give it a distinct therapy landscape — less entertainment-focused than West Hollywood, more oriented toward depth work, relationships, and long-term growth. Pasadena also has a significant older adult population, with therapists specializing in aging, life review, and elder family dynamics well represented. Many practices serve clients drawn from across the San Gabriel Valley and Foothill communities.
Chronic Pain therapists in Pasadena, California Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Pasadena, California average 16 years of experience and charge around $204 per session. 97% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (62%), Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) (47%), and Existential / Humanistic Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$204
Accept insurance
39%
Offer sliding scale
56%
Gender ID
| 68% |
Female |
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| 25% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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Session Type
| 53% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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| 3% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 62% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 43% | Existential / Humanistic Therapy |
| 42% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 35% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 34% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 34% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 95% | Adult |
| 63% | Young Adult |
| 63% | Senior |
| 58% | Teen |
| 29% | Children |
Client Focus
| 68% | Women |
| 56% | LGBTQ+ |
| 47% | Men |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 33% | Black / African American |