Chronic Pain therapists in Kankakee, IL
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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 Kankakee, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
For individuals with invisible chronic illnesses, hiding your pain all the time becomes exhausting. With a chronic health issue, you don’t get to choose when you’re in pain and when you’re not, and as such, I keep my cancellation policy flexible so that I can best support you. There is often a great deal of shame surrounding chronic illness, and significant stigma as well, both from the medical community and society at large. This can lead to depression and anxiety, both medical anxiety and social anxiety. I want to work with you to ensure that your chronic illness does not completely shape your mental health. As someone who suffers from a chronic pain condition, I am understanding and aware of the unique challenges that diagnoses such as fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos, Dysautonomia, arthritis, and cancer have on an individual’s personal, romantic, and professional life. My goal is to help each patient understand and accept these diagnoses and work together to manage both the physical symptoms as well as the mental turmoil that can occur while trying to live life in an able-bodied world.
6 Years Experience
Online in Kankakee, IL
Chronic Pain
Dr. Jenny Shields
Psychologist
You’ve been told it’s “just stress,” that “your labs look fine,” or that maybe it’s “all in your head.” But deep down, you know something’s not right. Living with chronic pain or illness—especially when it’s invisible to others—can feel both physically exhausting and emotionally isolating. Maybe you’re grieving the life you once had, constantly justifying your experience to people who don’t understand, or quietly wondering if you’re just supposed to push through. Dr. Jenny Shields offers something different: a space where you don’t have to prove your pain to be taken seriously.
With warmth, respect, and clinical expertise, Dr. Shields works with people navigating the complex realities of illness—whether you’ve recently received a diagnosis, are stuck in a cycle of uncertainty, or have been managing symptoms for years. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based tools, and trauma-informed care, she helps you move through grief, frustration, and fear with compassion. Together, you’ll explore how to live a meaningful life in a body that doesn’t always cooperate—on your own terms.
12 Years Experience
Online in Kankakee, 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
Online in Kankakee, IL
Chronic Pain
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 Kankakee, IL (Online Only)
Chronic Pain therapists in Kankakee, IL Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Kankakee, IL average 15 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (81%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%), and Behavioral Therapy (44%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
48%
Offer sliding scale
39%
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
| 56% |
In Person and Online |
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| 44% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 81% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 44% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 38% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 32% | Multicultural Therapy |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 66% | Senior |
| 62% | Young Adult |
| 46% | Teen |
| 27% | Children |
Client Focus
| 61% | Women |
| 47% | Men |
| 46% | LGBTQ+ |
| 44% | Military / Veterans |
| 44% | Persons with Disabilities |