Chronic Pain or Illness

Kir Rian (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

MA, MFA, LMHCA, LPC Intern

Managing fears, unknowns, and the healthcare and medical systems is exhausting and can be frustrating. Often, we are also managing the emotions of those around us. We are continuing to work, raise kids, deal with financial implications, and trying to live a "normal" life despite physical or physiological manifestations, and despite a myriad of other factors unique to everyone's specific circumstance. As with grief, it can be isolating and our community often doesn't support in the way we need.

Marina Nelson, MC (she/her/hers)

Licensed Professional Counselor

Oregon LPC, Washington LMHC

I have training in hypnotherapy and Sensorimotor psychotherapy for addressing pain management issues.

Nova (Stephenie) Knutson (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

MA, CHT

Chronic emotional pain and chronic physical pain often go hand in hand. My somatic, experiential and mindfulness based counseling style help chronic pain sufferers develop attentional, breath and movement strategies to reduce the experience of pain, and inner strength and security to tolerate pain that cannot be alleviated.

Nicole Corbett (she/her)

Hypnotherapist

Certified Hypnotherapist

Hypnosis is a proven treatment for chronic pain. Working with the body-mind connection, I help clients release stuck emotions that add to or cause pain. Hypnosis works as a analgesic, reducing the sensation of pain, as well as retrains the body response to pain, such as not tension and inflammation.

Dan Harold LCSW (He/Him)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

Chronic pain can be suffocating. The endless visits to providers, some of whom don't even trust that you are in the pain you describe. The loss of previous freedoms and activities. Physical pain can lead to depression, anxiety, and panic among other experiences people dislike. There is evidence that therapy can reduce stress and therefore reduce and/or help with pain. My hope is to connect with your personal/unique story. From there we can break isolation and develop your personal story.

Julie Sliga (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

I have 13 years of experience in the field of vocational rehabilitation counseling and have experience working with individuals with chronic pain, chronic illness, musculoskeletal conditions, and physical disabilities. In addition, I have experience working with individuals with sensory disabilities, traumatic brain injury, and cognitive disabilities.

Marcy Irene Jenks (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

MS, RN, NCC, LPC-Intern

Now more than ever is the time to address issues related to health, illness, pain, wellness, and suffering. The current Covid-19 pandemic has exacerbated any preexisting physical and mental health concerns; what an opportunity to strengthen our commitment to health for ourselves and our families.

Brittany England

Licensed Marriage Family Therapist

Mind-Body healing professionals and the field of neuroscience believes that there is no separation of the mind/brain and body; they influence one another. I work with clients who have chronic pain /illness who continue to have symptoms despite medical treatment. We work to identify past experiences and traumas that are unresolved that may influence the manifestation of physical illness and pain.

Marley Dagner (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

MA

Chronic pain and illnesses have a way of deeply rooting themselves into every element of our lives that is often misunderstood, dismissed, or even rejected by those who do not live with the symptoms. I am here to support you in your experience of living with chronic pain and illnesses. There is space for you here.

Laura Wozniak (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LCSW BCD

I have worked for 12 years in a medical setting supporting patients who have a wide variety of chronic and acute conditions. I have worked to prepare patients for bariatric surgery, chronic pain, fibromyalgia, transplant and in supporting family members as well. I have skills and experience using guided imagery and relaxation skills which can enhance resiliency.

James Reling

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

My training in working with people who have disabilities includes chronic pain/illness, which can be particularly tricky to navigate when these disabilities are not 'visible' to others. Many people with chronic pain/illness can feel alone and misunderstood by their medical providers, family, friends, and employers.

Samantha Auclair (She/her/hers)

Licensed Professional Counselor Intern

MS, CRC, NCC, LPC Intern, LMHCA

I'm a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor, which means I have specific education and training in working with people who have disabilities and chronic illness.

Marc Otto (he/they)

Registered Somatic Movement Therapist

MA, RSMT/E, LPCi

Having gone through Lyme Disease, I understand the invisible suffering of chronic pain and illness. There is the condition you suffer and the fact that many people do not perceive or believe your experience. I work to support with all aspects of your what you are going through.

Kate Robinson (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor

LPC, CADC1

Chronic Pain can be so frustrating and exhausting. It often leads to symptoms of depression and /or increased use of medication that can make the condition worse and lead to overuse. From my own experience with chronic pain as well as from working at a chronic pain management center, I have learned the pain management skills that appear to best provide relief and maximize functioning. I focus on the cognitive aspects and thought processes that can help decrease pain.

Kellie Collins, MS, LPC

Licensed Professional Counselor

Navigating chronic illness along with mental health symptoms can be difficult, but you don't have to go it alone. I can help you utilize tools to successfully manage these conditions and have the best quality of life for you and for your family.

Ruth Diaz

Professional Counselor

Chronic Illness can be extremely draining to someone's sense of self and support system. I work with you to reinforce the ways you are already coping with your symptoms, continue to support you as you go through the diagnostic and treatment process, and advise on self-advocacy for your support network in ways that get your needs met.

Rachael Patoray (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor

LPC, ATR

Having a Chronic Illness can bring a whole other set of issues to ones life. I often work with folks who have been diagnosed with a chronic illness and help to support them in this challenge.

Zeyah Roge (She/Her and They/Them)

Marriage Family Therapist Intern

MA, MFT Intern, LMT, RYT-500

In addition to being a somatic therapist, I am also a yoga instructor and massage therapist. I bring elements of these practices to my therapy clients and find them particularly helpful for folks who are navigating chronic pain and illness. I have experience working with people living with chronic pelvic pain, traumatic brain injuries, lyme's disease, and fibromyalgia.

Sunya Grantham

Marriage Family Therapist Intern

My work with clients involves incorporating biological, psychological, social, and spiritual components. I offer support by allowing for the expression of feelings and challenges in navigating chronic illness. In some cases, I collaborate with medical providers to improve communication and support client's sense of agency.

Jane Plagge (she/her/hers)

Clinical Psychologist

Psy.D.

Chronic pain often impacts every area of a person's life and results in loss. I help my clients to reengage in life and find meaning and value again. I use Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, evidence based treatments proven to improve quality of life for those suffering from chronic pain.

Johanna Rayman (she/her)

Licensed Clinical Social Worker

LCSW, GCFP

I have specialized in working with chronic pain & illness since 2007. While you may think that you already have too much awareness of your body (it's so uncomfortable!), increasing a fine-tuned awareness is actually a valuable tool in finding relief from pain and discomfort and creating a safe space within your own body.

jane Newman

Licensed Professional Counselor

Working with clients dealing with chronic pain and illness is part of my experience in the area of grief and loss. Living with pain/illness is a loss of life as they knew it before - the process gives clients an opportunity to identify/discuss issues associated with their condition- to feel validated and supported; and to learn coping techniques.

Audra Lee

Licensed Professional Counselor

LPC, LMHC

As an Ayurvedic practitioner, I have extensive knowledge of the mind-body connection. I can help you identify potential mental and emotional sources that may be contributing to your physical symptoms, including functional somatic symptoms. I also have a special interest in the psychosocial factors that are affected by living with gastrointestinal disorders, such as IBS and SIBO.

Zoe Presley (she/her)

Licensed Professional Counselor

Having experienced my own health challenges in the past, I can empathize with the frustration and isolation of physical pain and illness. However, as you deepen your relationship with your body, you will connect with a deeper, healing essence that resides within us all. This has been true for me, and can also be true for you.