Online Therapy for Chronic Pain in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania is a place of depth and determination — shaped by steel towns, sprawling farmland, mountain trails, and the grit of generations. Whether you live in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, or Scranton, many Pennsylvanians share something deeper than geography: they’ve been carrying pain for a long time, often without the care they truly need. Pain-informed mental health support can be hard to come by, and finding someone who truly understands both the physical and emotional toll of chronic illness shouldn't be another burden.

I offer virtual therapy designed for people like you: folks navigating complex pain conditions, medical burnout, and the invisible weight of pushing through day after day. My approach combines science-backed tools with a deep respect for your lived experience—so you can build a relationship with your body that feels more hopeful, empowered, and whole.

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Available in Philadelphia, Pittsburgh, Allentown, Erie, Scranton, and more.

Why I Offer Pain Psychology in Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania has a rich history of grit and innovation—steel towns, rolling farmland, academic hubs, and neighborhoods full of heart. But for many people living with chronic pain, that same strength can become a quiet struggle: showing up for work, for family, for yourself, even when pain makes it hard to get through the day. And that quiet struggle can eventually become loud burnout, isolation, or delays in care.

While I don’t live in Pennsylvania, I’ve supported clients across the East Coast and Midwest who’ve faced similar challenges: long waitlists, fragmented care, and providers who focus on symptoms without addressing the bigger picture—of the complexity of chronic pain.

Whether you’re navigating CRPS, fibromyalgia, migraines, post-surgical pain, or the mental load of a complex diagnosis, therapy can be a place to feel seen—and supported. You deserve care that’s grounded in science and strategy.

I offer pain-informed therapy that integrates neuroscience, CBT, and mind-body tools — not just to talk, but to build skills you can actually use. Therapy with me is structured, practical, and tailored to what matters most: your function, your goals, your quality of life.

Conditions I Treat

Here in Pennsylvania, the most common chronic pain concerns I see include:

Chronic back and neck pain, often from repetitive strain, injury, or overwork
Arthritis and joint pain, particularly in older or physically active communities
Medical fatigue and healthcare burnout — especially after years of trying treatments
Fibromyalgia, with overlapping pain, stress, and emotional exhaustion
Emotional burnout — including frustration, grief, and the loss of trust in providers

Don’t see your concern listed here? That’s okay—there’s still a really good chance I can help. When you schedule your free 15-minute consultation, you’ll have the chance to tell me more about your experience—and I’ll be honest about whether I’m the right fit.

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How Online Therapy in Pennsylvania Can Help

I offer online therapy for adults across Pennsylvania who are navigating chronic pain, illness, or health-related stress. My approach combines:

Practical tools grounded in psychology and neuroscience
Somatic practices to support nervous system regulation
Mindfulness and identity-aware care that meets you where you are

Whether you're early in your health journey or years into managing symptoms, therapy can help you reconnect with your body, clarify your needs, and move toward something steadier.

And because sessions are virtual, you can access support from home — without traffic, long waits, or needing to explain yourself over and over again.

Pittsburgh bridge at dusk, softly lit, spanning over water — evoking steadiness, resilience, and quiet transition. — Pain-informed mental health support can be hard to come by, and finding someone who *truly* *understands* both the physical and emotional toll of chronic illness shouldn't be another burden.

A Local Perspective on Healing

In Pennsylvania, healing doesn’t always mean slowing down — sometimes it means finally being allowed to.

I work with people who’ve been doing everything they can to stay functional — often for the sake of others. They push through commutes, caretaking, physical jobs, or long medical to-do lists. Many don’t feel like they’ve had the space to stop, exhale, or ask: “Is there another way to live with this?”

Online therapy opens up that space — one that’s private, low-pressure, and rooted in science and humanity. Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis, ongoing fatigue, or just starting to wonder if there’s more to healing than endurance... you don’t have to keep figuring it out alone.