Chronic Pain therapists in Chicago, IL
Browse Chronic Pain therapists in Chicago, Illinois. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Chronic Pain
Pavan Prasad
Psychiatrist, M.D.
Dr. Prasad specializes in treating mood disorders and Adult ADHD . He use a holistic approach, treating the full person rather than just symptoms. Dr. Prasad helps to treat treat mood, self-esteem, and concentration problems, as well as working with more diffuse issues around identity, interpersonal
11 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60611
Chronic Pain
Nefertiti Nowell
Therapist, Dr.
Seeking help is a powerful step to improving your quality of life. Talking to someone about whatever your concerns are is something that almost anyone can benefit from, but many people are afraid to reach out. If you are considering therapy or coaching, I applaud you, and I really do want to help you find what you need to feel POWERFUL and help you develop the tools to have peace in your life.
I enjoy working with diverse clients, and have treated patients on the inpatient as well as outpatient basis. I began providing therapy in 1996, and have worked full time in several local hospitals before deciding to work full time in outpatient private practice. Though I work with many populations, I enjoy helping individuals with issues of trauma as well as working with couples. I work with all age ranges and have helped clients with a range of diagnosis. I use a variety of techniques, including but not limited to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and EMDR. I am also a Certified Hypnotist and a trained mediator.
26 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60611
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Anne Zakaras
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, ATR-BC, PMH-C
Navigating a new medical diagnosis or living with a chronic illness can feel incredibly isolating, exhausting, and overwhelming. Anne provides a warm, validating, and collaborative space specifically designed to help you process the profound life transitions, grief, and daily stress that come with health challenges. As a Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor and Certified Grief Informed Professional, she partners with individuals to rebuild a sense of agency and emotional well-being alongside their physical health journey.
Anne’s integrative approach pairs evidence-based psychotherapy with Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) and creative art therapy. These tools are uniquely suited for illness management, offering gentle ways to calm a stressed nervous system and express complex feelings when words aren't enough. Whether you are dealing with professional burnout compounded by illness, navigating medical anxiety, or coping with postpartum health changes, Anne is dedicated to helping you develop sustainable coping strategies, honor your grief, and cultivate resilience.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Dr Calvin Young
Counselor/Therapist, PhD, LCPC
Somatic and body-based issues are a part of the cycle of behaviors that we see in clinical care settings. My background as a special forces medic, and my work with patients who are experiencing physical injuries, such as injured migrant farmworkers, along with my integrative approach to care give me unique insights and a toolbox of complementary approaches that have been demonstrated to work with pain and illness issues, although I do not profess to be a physician, nor do I play one anywhere, not even on TV!
30 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Kyla R. Dannelke
Counselor/Therapist, Masters of Counseling (MA) Licensed Clinical Professional Counselor (LCPC)
Living with chronic pain or illness can affect so much more than your physical health—it can impact your relationships, identity, independence, and emotional well-being. You don’t have to put on a brave face or pretend everything is fine. At Open Book Therapy, we’ll make space for the grief, frustration, uncertainty, and adjustments that come with your experience while exploring coping strategies that fit YOUR needs. You deserve support that honors your reality, not pressure to simply “stay positive.”
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60625
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Centered Therapy Chicago
Psychologist, PsyD
We work with clients who experience chronic health conditions including chronic pain or illness.
13 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Annette Popernik
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LCSW
Chronic pain and illness are debilitating. We are affected by things that others don't think about. There are choices taken from us. I am here to work with you in processing this and also to work on empowering you. Let's find your autonomy and take your choices back, even if they look different. I believe that your pain is NOT in your head but we can use your head to help you.
9 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
TriWellness
Counselor/Therapist, LCPC, LCSW, LPC, BCN, CIT, CYYT, QEEG-C, AAT-I
We specialize in supporting individuals and families navigating chronic illness and persistent pain. Using a holistic, neuroscience-informed approach, we integrate modalities such as Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), trauma-informed care, attachment-based therapy, family systems work, and mind–body interventions. Our goal is to help clients process the emotional impact of health challenges and medical trauma, build resilience, regulate the nervous system, and develop practical strategies for living well alongside chronic conditions.
8 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60646
Online in Chicago, IL
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 Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Donald Glenn
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
I possess a unique background as someone who worked as a medical provider (physician assistant) for over 25 years, prior to becoming a full-time therapist. The majority of my medical career was in primary care medicine, thus I have decades of experience working with chronic illness and chronic pain conditions. This level of knowledge allows me to understand my chronic illness clients in a more comprehensive manner, thus allowing me to thoroughly address their needs.
2 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60640
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Empowered Wellbeing, Decolonizing Intersectional and Integrative Complex Trauma & Dissociation Recovery Support
Life Coach, view my credentials online at: www.recoveringfromwithin.com/credentialslongform
For clients with Chronic Health Conditions, often we encourage brain retraining via Gupta or other programs as an adjunct, and/or bio/neurofeedback including SSP, which we can offer remotely. Our practice focuses more on the deeper care for what might have been the conditions prior to the chronic health condition setting in, or work from a remote CranioSacral model. Clients might also seek functional and/or integrative approach to easing and managing symptoms and flares. We could apply an intersectional lens to work through ableism trauma as well, as an example.
15 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Merrisa Dawn Santos
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC, CCTMHP, CCTP
In supporting individuals coping with chronic pain or illness, I offer a compassionate and holistic approach to help them manage their symptoms and improve their quality of life. Through therapy, we explore the physical, emotional, and psychological aspects of their condition, as well as the impact it has on their daily functioning and well-being. I provide validation and support, helping patients navigate the challenges and uncertainties of living with chronic pain or illness. Together, we develop coping strategies and techniques to manage symptoms, reduce stress, and enhance self-care. Additionally, I assist patients in adjusting to lifestyle changes, setting realistic goals, and fostering resilience in the face of adversity. My goal is to empower patients to live fulfilling and meaningful lives, despite the challenges posed by their condition.
5 Years Experience
Online in Chicago, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Nostos Psychotherapy
Psychologist, PsyD
We work on helping individuals find internal strength as they navigate the challenges of chronic illness and pain.
12 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60661
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Gemstone Wellness, Inc.
Psychologist, PsyD, LCPC, LCSW, LPC
Living with chronic pain, invisible illness, or physical health challenges can take a heavy toll on your emotional well-being, relationships, and sense of self. At Gemstone Wellness, we provide compassionate, mind-body therapy to help you process the grief, isolation, and medical trauma that so often accompany long-term conditions. We focus on gentle nervous system regulation, unlearning body-betrayal narratives, and building sustainable pacing strategies to improve your quality of life. In-person care in the Chicago Loop and telehealth across Illinois are available, in-network with BCBS PPO, Aetna PPO, and Curative Health.
10 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60604
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Best Therapies, Inc.
Therapist
Whether you’ve been feeling ill and are searching for a diagnosis, or if you have been dealing with health issues your whole life, we get it. Dealing with illness and disability can be really stressful. Unfortunately, dealing with a broken health care system, burn out support people, and difficult work places can make things much more intense. A lot of our patients enter therapy feeling isolated, scared, and angry with few places to vent, and unsure of what skills or resources they can access.
We always start by listening. We’re on your team, we’ll hear you and help you figure out what to do next. Whether it’s how to advocate for your needs with a doctor, how to manage your anxiety around an uncertain future, or how to make your life more functional, we can work on skills and plan together. Life is hard, but we have your back.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) has been proven to be one of the best treatments for anxiety symptoms. Using mindfulness, we can help diminish the magnitude of pain, and help you sort out the problems we need to accept and how to best fight for the things we can change.
7 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60618
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain
Dr. Adam Shafer (Chicago, IL)
Psychologist, Psy. D., M.A.
Managing chronic pain and illness exhausts many of the social and personal resources we have just to get through the day. Feelings of isolation and being alone in this struggle are insidious and can take away from our ability to remain connected to others and within ourselves. Whether it is not wanting to burden others with our struggle or feelings of hopelessness, people need to know (and feel) that they are valuable enough to continue to be cared for while also provided with space through encouragement that honors our autonomy.
17 Years Experience
In-Person in Chicago, IL 60607
Online in Chicago, IL
Chronic Pain therapists in Chicago, IL Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Chicago, IL average 15 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 99% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (47%), and Behavioral Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
40%
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Gender Fluid |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 41% |
Online Only |
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| 1% |
In Person Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 47% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 44% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 34% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 31% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 47% | Teen |
| 28% | Children |
Client Focus
| 62% | Women |
| 48% | LGBTQ+ |
| 48% | Men |
| 46% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 43% | Military / Veterans |