Photo of Ann Marie Caridi, Licensed Professional Counselor in 44124, OH
Ann Marie Caridi
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCS, CRS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lyndhurst, OH 44124  (Online Only)
My practice philosophy is client-focused. You will find your experience to be a comfortable interaction where good rapport and trust feels natural. You will be encouraged to openly and candidly express what's on your mind and how you feel. This experience will ultimately bring the guidance to execute goals and meet your needs as they surface. Specifically, this experience will build insight and awareness which will empower you to successfully move ahead as a happier, healthier, stronger, more peaceful you. If you're seeking a seasoned, caring therapist, feel free to reach out.
My practice philosophy is client-focused. You will find your experience to be a comfortable interaction where good rapport and trust feels natural. You will be encouraged to openly and candidly express what's on your mind and how you feel. This experience will ultimately bring the guidance to execute goals and meet your needs as they surface. Specifically, this experience will build insight and awareness which will empower you to successfully move ahead as a happier, healthier, stronger, more peaceful you. If you're seeking a seasoned, caring therapist, feel free to reach out.
(216) 452-6223 View (216) 452-6223
Photo of Michelle Pazicni, Counselor in 44124, OH
Michelle Pazicni
Counselor, LPCC, ATR
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Lyndhurst, OH 44124
As a registered art therapist and licensed professional clinical counselor, my passion is helping adults creatively discover and express their true self, which can sometimes get lost in the day-to-day struggles of life. Working together, I will help guide you towards discovering your innate resiliency, empowering you to heal on a holistic level. My approach is more directive, providing education and spiritual & art therapy interventions designed to encourage deep evaluation of the self. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults using art therapy, counseling and metaphysical/spiritual methods.
As a registered art therapist and licensed professional clinical counselor, my passion is helping adults creatively discover and express their true self, which can sometimes get lost in the day-to-day struggles of life. Working together, I will help guide you towards discovering your innate resiliency, empowering you to heal on a holistic level. My approach is more directive, providing education and spiritual & art therapy interventions designed to encourage deep evaluation of the self. I have over 15 years of experience working with adults using art therapy, counseling and metaphysical/spiritual methods.
(216) 925-4338 View (216) 925-4338
Photo of Farshid Afsarifard, Psychologist in 44124, OH
Farshid Afsarifard
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
I have many years of experience working with individuals who struggle with mental health and addiction problems. I use a skill-based approach to treatment called dialectical behavioral therapy. This type of treatment focuses on learning how to live in the moment, manage interpersonal relationships effectively, handle life's challenges with grace and competence, and understand and deal with feelings in constructive ways. Using my training and diagnostic knowledge I will develop a comprehensive treatment plan that emphasizes relapse prevention and living a life worth living. I work with a team of other mental health professionals including psychiatrists, and counselors.
I have many years of experience working with individuals who struggle with mental health and addiction problems. I use a skill-based approach to treatment called dialectical behavioral therapy. This type of treatment focuses on learning how to live in the moment, manage interpersonal relationships effectively, handle life's challenges with grace and competence, and understand and deal with feelings in constructive ways. Using my training and diagnostic knowledge I will develop a comprehensive treatment plan that emphasizes relapse prevention and living a life worth living. I work with a team of other mental health professionals including psychiatrists, and counselors.
(440) 607-5020 View (440) 607-5020
Photo of Ellen F Casper, Psychologist in 44124, OH
Ellen F Casper
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Our clients are diverse, and range in age from 0 to 110. We serve all populations and a wide range of personal, couples, and family problems. Our practice is focussed upon each individual client's needs. We emphasize matching the client concerns with the specialty and expertise of one of our highly trained therapists. Client satisfaction and responsive service is our goal. We have high visibility in our community, are respected, well-known, long-established, and with high integrity.
Our clients are diverse, and range in age from 0 to 110. We serve all populations and a wide range of personal, couples, and family problems. Our practice is focussed upon each individual client's needs. We emphasize matching the client concerns with the specialty and expertise of one of our highly trained therapists. Client satisfaction and responsive service is our goal. We have high visibility in our community, are respected, well-known, long-established, and with high integrity.
(216) 365-8728 View (216) 365-8728
Photo of Stephanie Liggett, Clinical Social Work/Therapist in 44124, OH
Stephanie Liggett
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSSA, LISW
Verified Verified
Lyndhurst, OH 44124
Life can be very demanding, whether it's family, work, school, or all of the above! Anxiety, depression, and other issues are often connected to trying to meet and make sense of life's demands. I have experience working with women of all ages to sort through difficult emotions, past traumas, and relationship issues. Using client's strengths, I work to deepen understanding of current behavior/emotions, identify wants/needs, and help facilitate acceptance and personal growth.
Life can be very demanding, whether it's family, work, school, or all of the above! Anxiety, depression, and other issues are often connected to trying to meet and make sense of life's demands. I have experience working with women of all ages to sort through difficult emotions, past traumas, and relationship issues. Using client's strengths, I work to deepen understanding of current behavior/emotions, identify wants/needs, and help facilitate acceptance and personal growth.
(216) 592-8867 View (216) 592-8867
Photo of Suzanne Gord, Licensed Professional Counselor in 44124, OH
Suzanne Gord
Licensed Professional Counselor, MSEd, LPC, MA
Verified Verified
Pepper Pike, OH 44124  (Online Only)
If you’re looking for a peaceful space to help you sort out stressful thoughts and discover new insights, I can help. As a person-centered counselor, I believe you have the potential to find the answers you seek. My role is to collaborate and guide you along the way. I’m a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). This means I have specialized training in exploring the causes and treatment of anxiety and panic disorders. Along with talk therapy, I use techniques such as mindfulness, movement, grounding, and breathwork.
If you’re looking for a peaceful space to help you sort out stressful thoughts and discover new insights, I can help. As a person-centered counselor, I believe you have the potential to find the answers you seek. My role is to collaborate and guide you along the way. I’m a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). This means I have specialized training in exploring the causes and treatment of anxiety and panic disorders. Along with talk therapy, I use techniques such as mindfulness, movement, grounding, and breathwork.
(216) 677-0398 View (216) 677-0398
Chronic Pain Therapists

How does chronic pain therapy work?

Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.

What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?

Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.

Are there new treatments for chronic pain?

Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.

How long does therapy for chronic pain take?

There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.