Chronic Pain therapists in South Riverdale, Ontario ON, Canada CA
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Chronic Pain or Illness
Amanda Neves Therapy + Associates
Registered Social Worker, MSW, RSW
Living with chronic pain or illness can be exhausting - physically, emotionally, and relationally. We offer a trauma-informed, somatic, and experiential approach that helps you navigate the emotional and bodily impact of chronic conditions. Using Attachment-Focused Therapy, AEDP, and IFS, we support clients in processing stress, managing emotional responses, and cultivating self-compassion, while exploring how chronic illness affects relationships and sense of self. Sessions provide a safe, supportive space to address both the psychological and somatic aspects of living with long-term health challenges. Our goal is to help you find resilience, emotional balance, and a greater sense of control and well-being, even while managing ongoing physical health challenges.
11 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Chronic Pain or Illness
Robert M. Lee
Registered Psychotherapist
Chronic pain and illness are not just physical experiences—they affect the mind, emotions, and sense of self. My approach integrates mindfulness, somatic awareness, and depth psychology to help you navigate the psychological and emotional impact of ongoing pain. We explore the mind-body connection, recognizing how stress, trauma, and unconscious patterns can shape your experience of pain. Rather than fighting your body, therapy helps you develop a compassionate, attuned relationship with it—building resilience, reducing suffering, and fostering a sense of agency in your healing process.
2 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Chronic Pain or Illness
Therapedia Centre
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
At Therapedia Centre, we offer psychotherapy and art therapy for individuals living with chronic pain and illnesses in Toronto, North York, East York, and Yorkville. Our therapists understand the emotional and physical toll of long-term health conditions and provide a compassionate space to process frustration, fear, and fatigue. Through Mindfulness, Cognitive-Behavioural Therapy (CBT), and Art Therapy, clients learn to manage pain perception, reduce stress, and enhance overall well-being. Creative expression helps reconnect mind and body, offering relief, meaning, and empowerment beyond the medical experience. Our goal is to help clients improve quality of life, regain a sense of control, and find balance while living with chronic conditions.
16 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Chronic Pain or Illness
Headway Mental Health
Registered Psychotherapist, Joshua Dvorkin, MPsy, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying),
As a psychotherapist specializing in chronic pain and illness, my passion lies in providing support, understanding, and guidance to individuals facing these challenges. I recognize the complex nature of chronic pain and illness, as I suffer myself. Pain and illness profound impact it can have on your emotional well-being. Together, we will explore the unique experiences and emotions that arise from living with chronic pain or illness. In a safe and compassionate environment, I will help you navigate the emotional rollercoaster, providing tools and strategies to cope with pain-related anxiety, depression, grief, and frustration. Through a person-centered approach, we will work collaboratively to identify and build upon your strengths, fostering resilience and a sense of empowerment. I am committed to providing you with a holistic and integrated therapeutic approach, drawing from evidence-based practices such as cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT), mindfulness techniques, and relaxation exercises. Together, we will create a customized treatment plan that addresses both your physical and emotional well-being, helping you to reclaim control over your life and find meaning and fulfillment despite the challenges you face.
9 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Chronic Pain or Illness
Transforming Emotions
Psychologist
Living with with chronic pain or illness is a complicated and often challenging experience. Chronic health conditions can leave us feeling alone, misunderstood, exhausted, worried, irritable and even hopeless. Having the right supports in place as you navigate long-term conditions can help you to focus on what is most important in your life, leaving you with more energy for living and less time spent managing difficult feelings or relationships. Book now for a free consultation to find a therapist who has the skills, understanding, and desire to walk beside you on this difficult journey.
19 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Joshua Lewis
Registered Psychotherapist, RP, CT
My approach is to meet you where you are as you navigate the difficult and challenging journey of living with chronic pain and illness, and to work with the ways in which physical, psychological and emotional pain intersect and impact your daily life. We will work together to find ways to reduce suffering and create accommodations that allow you to build resiliency and continue living your life, even while facing difficult circumstances.
7 Years Experience
In-Person Near South Riverdale, ON
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario
Chronic Pain or Illness
Anthony De Lemos Kawka
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist
Living with chronic pain or illness affects your body, mind, and spirit. I support clients in managing emotional distress, navigating medical systems, and finding meaning and resilience in the face of ongoing challenges.
8 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Stacey Ramsay-Bawden
Registered Psychotherapist, Registered Psychotherapist (Qualifying)
I provide compassionate support for clients managing chronic pain or illness, addressing the emotional and practical challenges while fostering resilience, self-care, and a balanced approach to wellness.
2 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
True Health Counselling
Counsellor/Therapist, Tracey Nguyen, Holistic Advanced Nurse Psychotherapist RN, MN
Transformative Chronic Illness Therapy: Reclaim Power and Peace in Your Relationships
I’m here to guide you through a deeply healing journey if you’re struggling with the emotional and physical suffering of chronic illness. You might feel helpless, victimized, or powerless in your relationships, maybe always people-pleasing or living at the mercy of others’ emotions. I get it—these patterns can feel like they’re draining your energy and keeping you stuck. My chronic illness therapy practice is all about helping you uncover the roots of these struggles, often tied to childhood experiences, and empowering you to find balance, release control, and reclaim your inner peace.
A Trauma-Informed Path to Healing
The psychology of chronic illness often stems from early experiences, like growing up tiptoeing around a parent’s anger or emotional outbursts. That fear of being attacked or not being enough can carry into adulthood, showing up as controlling others, frequent anger, or putting people on a pedestal while feeling powerless yourself. I’ve seen how these dynamics—rooted in childhood—can weigh heavily on your health and relationships. In our work, we’ll gently explore those roots, using trauma-informed therapy to shine a light on how they’re affecting you today.
We’ll focus on healing the power struggles in your relationships, both past and present. This means learning to balance power—neither controlling nor surrendering to others—and letting go of the fear that you’re under attack. My approach is holistic and intuitive, tailored to your unique story, helping you release the need to please or depend on others for validation. Together, we’ll rebuild your sense of autonomy, so you can feel grounded and in charge of your own life.
Releasing Control and Finding Freedom
Healing chronic illness isn’t just about your body; it’s about transforming how you show up in relationships. We’ll work on letting go of control, whether it’s trying to manage others’ emotions or holding onto old fears from childhood. I’ll guide you to honour your own needs, set healthy boundaries, and release the patterns that keep you feeling powerless. This process is deeply compassionate, creating a safe space where you can feel seen and supported as you move toward wholeness.
If you’re ready to break free from these cycles and heal the emotional roots of chronic illness, I’m here to walk with you. Let’s work together to restore balance, empower your voice, and help you live with greater peace and strength. Book a consultation with me today, and let’s start this transformative journey.
11 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
The Cohen Clinic
Psychologist, Psy.D.
When people are struggling with chronic pain/illness, this often has a negative effect on their mental health. Clinicians will work with you to manage and cope with emotions that arise as a result of this pain/illness and help you come up with adaptive coping mechanisms.
14 Years Experience
Online in South Riverdale, ON Ontario (Online Only)
Chronic Pain therapists in South Riverdale, Ontario, Canada Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in South Riverdale, Ontario, Canada average 10 years of experience and charge around $165 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (77%), Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) (60%), and Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) (60%).
Average years in practice
10 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$165
Accept insurance
88%
Offer sliding scale
71%
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
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 77% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 60% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 60% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 59% | Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) |
| 55% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 52% | Narrative Therapy |
| 48% | Somatic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 100% | Adult |
| 75% | Young Adult |
| 67% | Senior |
| 56% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 69% | Women |
| 56% | Men |
| 52% | LGBTQ+ |
| 50% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 44% | Asian |