Chronic Pain therapists in Salisbury, North Carolina NC
Alan Brandis, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Typically, Chronic Pain Syndrome patients come to see a psychologist after being seen by a number of other health professionals to no avail, including internal medicine physicians, orthopedists, surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, emergency room doctors (for late-night injections of powerful pain killing drugs) and others. Typically, a Chronic Pain evaluation consists of several approaches to discovering which factors play the largest role in maintaining the pain. We ask patients to keep a Pain Diary for a week or two, which helps us pinpoint which activities or emotional states are related to an increase in pain level. This also helps us observe how they are actually taking their medications. We may also perform psychological testing to determine any underlying causes of depression or anxiety which should be treated in addition to the Chronic Pain and which could be helping to maintain it. At least one Family Session is held to explore whether there have been unconscious payoffs within the family for being in pain.
34 Years Experience
Dr. Enoch Sackey
Psychologist, PsyD
Whether you're navigating the complexities of chronic pain, coping with a long-term illness, or seeking strategies for self-care and resilience, I am here to help. Together, we will explore evidence-based techniques, address emotional and psychological aspects of your condition, and work towards enhancing your wellness.
2 Years Experience
Patricia Tuohy
Counselor/Therapist, M.S. LCMHC Licensed Clinical Mental Health Counselor and EMDR Certified Therapist
I have both personal and professional experience with chronic illness/pain. I enjoy assisting individuals find different ways of coping and taking back control over their identities and their lives.
Janet Scarborough Civitelli
Psychologist, Ph.D., L.P.
Dealing with a life-changing illness or medical condition can be difficult. Getting support can help.
19 Years Experience
Andrea Elkon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Pain is so much more than a number on a Pain Scale. Your activity, your relationships, your thoughts, and your mood can all affect your experience of pain. Together we are going to examine all of the different things that make your pain worse. We will discover how you're daily activities and your beliefs around pain can fuel the cycle of pain. We will then develop tools to interrupt that cycle and do more with less pain. Please feel free to reach out to me to learn more about my approach to treating chronic pain.
19 Years Experience