Chronic Pain therapists in Elizabethtown, Pennsylvania PA
Chronic Pain or Illness
Kevin J. Drab
Counselor/Therapist, M.A., M.Ed.; LPC, CAADC, CEMDRT
The experiences of pain and illness , while involving physical causes, are generally shaped by learning and misperceptions of what one is undergoing. I use therapeutic methods which help the client to change their beliefs and reactions in order to promote a more realistic and accepting response which includes a sense of mastery of the experiences thereby significantly lessening the pain and discomfort of their problems.
30 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Dr. Kimberly L. Rehak
Counselor/Therapist, Ed.D., M.A., BCBA-D, CAC, BC-TMH, CCTP, THP, Practitioner/ Specialist.
From the time I was a small child, I was no stranger to being around people living in chronic pain and illness. I became very accustomed to caring for and assisting others experiencing physical pain. My maternal grandmother was diagnosed with cancer just before I was born. I went on to work in health care settings, including nursing and rehabilitative homes and centers, and continued to provide services to an aging population. I also have personal experience caring for a deceased spouse who suffered with cancer. This personal experience was far more educational than any advanced degree or training program with which I participated, in terms of understanding so many important factors involved in the treatment and care of those living with chronic pain or illness, as well as their families. Since that time (2008), I have worked with a number of clients individually, and their families, diagnosed with cancer and other terminal illnesses. Coupled with my early-on personal and professional learning experiences, this is a specialty area of mine that comes very naturally. Psychological pain and "disease" is also an area for which I am no stranger, in terms of experiencing the effects of secondary traumatization (vicarious traumatization). Often times those individuals who are not receiving the help and support they need may pass these conditions onto others, just like with physical communicable "dis-eases", causing others to experience these "states". It is so important that those surrounding these individuals are also provided the help, care, and support that is needed so it is not displaced onto others, who may fall victim to their outbursts or difficulties.
21 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Dr. Brian M. Berman
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I specialize in helping chronic pain patients live a fuller and richer life. Therapy will focus on pain reduction, pacing strategies, and living life to the fullest.
20 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Therapy Solutions, LLC
Psychologist
We work with several clients who cope with chronic pain and disability. Nicole Osborne also specializes in working with individuals with terminal illness and their families.
22 Years Experience
Chronic Pain or Illness
Dr. Susan E. Schumacher
Licensed Professional Counselor, DA, LPC, LCPC, CCTP, EMDR Clinician
Chronic pain and illness take a toll and can impinge on all areas of life. We can work on coping skills, somatic body work (as appropriate) and narrative exploration to ease you pain and improve your daily quality of life. Working at your pace, we can explore hidden aspects of illness and begin to lighten some levels of pain.
15 Years Experience