Isabel Kleene

I’m warm, curious, and down-to-earth, and I strive to meet each person right where they are. I see therapy as a space to breathe, reflect, and grow—together. My work is rooted in kindness, connection, and the belief that meaningful change can happen when we begin to understand what our mind and body are trying to communicate. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing chronic pain using Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), an evidence-based approach grounded in neuroscience. Research shows that many forms of chronic pain are not caused by ongoing physical damage, but by the brain misinterpreting safe signals from the body as dangerous—a process known as neuroplastic pain. While the pain is very real, it is often driven by learned neural pathways that can be changed. Through PRT, I help clients retrain the brain to interpret these signals more accurately, supporting them in reducing or even eliminating pain by shifting how the brain and body communicate. I approach this work with care, collaboration, and respect for each person’s unique experience, recognizing that pain is never “all in your head,” but something that can be understood and transformed. In my previous work, I developed a strong ability to hold space while guiding individuals in their healing, supporting those living with severe and persistent mental illness as well as individuals recovering from traumatic brain injuries. This experience deepened my understanding of the complex relationship between the brain, body, and lived experience. At Timshel Counseling, I am currently working toward my LPCC and welcome individuals of all backgrounds. My approach integrates Pain Reprocessing Therapy with person-centered and narrative principles, grounded in the belief that while pain may shape someone’s story, it does not define who they are. I value the idea that each person is the expert on their own life, and I aim to walk alongside clients as they discover what healing and growth look like for them. Outside of my work, I enjoy crocheting, knitting, hiking and camping, playing video games, and Dungeons & Dragons. I value creativity and time in nature, and often encourage clients to explore what brings them a sense of safety, curiosity, and connection.