Chronic Pain therapists in Bristol, Rhode Island RI
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Chronic Pain
Happy and Free Healing
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, LMHC, LICSW, MEd, LCSW
We specialize in chronic pain and illness support, focusing on mindfulness, spirituality, ACT, and mind-body interventions.
8 Years Experience
In-Person Near Bristol, RI
Online in Bristol, RI Rhode Island
Chronic Pain
Abelee Groff
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW
I work with adults experiencing chronic pain or illness using a trauma-informed, mind-body approach that recognizes the complex interaction between physical symptoms, emotions, and daily life. I focus on helping clients understand how stress, anxiety, and past experiences can amplify pain while supporting strategies for coping, pacing, and self-care.
I integrate somatic, parts-informed, and mindfulness-based approaches to help clients regulate the nervous system, reduce overwhelm, and build resilience. My work emphasizes collaboration, self-compassion, and practical tools to improve quality of life, emotional well-being, and the way clients relate to their bodies and experiences of chronic illness.
5 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, RI Rhode Island (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 Bristol, RI Rhode Island
Chronic Pain
Dr Todd Giardina
Psychologist, PhD, Counseling Psychology
I trained in chronic pain management in many hospitals during my PhD program and beyond. I have since worked in hospitals and clinics for many years before transitioning into private practice. I understand much of the medical lingo and the confusing messaging one can receive from MDs - I can help put you at ease while also teaching you to advocate for yourself around your illness. The biggest component with chronic pain, of course, is acknowledging the interplay between mental and physical pain - "it's all in your head" is a dismissive statement some may hear, but also we work from the truth that pain is somewhat in your head, and that is how a psychologist can help you learn to manage physical pain.
19 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, RI Rhode Island
Chronic Pain
Dr. Annette Tardif
Psychologist, PhD, MA
Tardif Psychology specializes in:
Persistent/chronic physical pain, eg. hypermobility/HSD/hEDS, migraines, cancer, pelvic pain
Times of hormone changes, eg. postpartum, perimenopause, menopause, postmenopause
Caretaking, eg. a loved one has a chronic illness
Burnout, ongoing stress, eg. school, work
Persistent/chronic mental health pain, eg. trauma, anxiety, depression, ADHD
8 Years Experience
Online in Bristol, RI Rhode Island (Online Only)
Chronic Pain therapists in Bristol, Rhode Island Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Bristol, Rhode Island average 16 years of experience and charge around $214 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (82%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Behavioral Therapy (39%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$214
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 30% |
Male |
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| 3% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 82% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 39% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 36% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 33% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 31% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Eclectic Therapy |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 69% | Senior |
| 66% | Young Adult |
| 49% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 59% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 41% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | Military / Veterans |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |