Chronic Pain Therapists in Edmonton, AB
You are more than what others think of you, just as you are more than your pain or your sickness! You might struggle to figure out what and who is worth your time but you know that you want to do more than just survive, you want to ‘LIVE’. You want to love, you want to create, and you want to be comfortable building yourself. I'm experienced in working with anxiety, burnout/stress, anger, depression, identity concerns,chronic pain and chronic illness.
You are more than what others think of you, just as you are more than your pain or your sickness! You might struggle to figure out what and who is worth your time but you know that you want to do more than just survive, you want to ‘LIVE’. You want to love, you want to create, and you want to be comfortable building yourself. I'm experienced in working with anxiety, burnout/stress, anger, depression, identity concerns,chronic pain and chronic illness.
Dr. Manju Mathew (Turning Point Wellness Hub)
Psychologist, PhD, MPhil, MA, BA, RPsych
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5E
Thank you for reaching out to me. Is trauma, anxiety, depression or chronic pain, holding you back from reaching your goals? You've come to the right place! I am a Registered Psychologist (AB) and a Certified EMDR therapist with extensive education and tons of experience in the field of mental health, and chronic pain. My multicultural background and lived experience help me to connect empathetically with my clients. I am trained in various treatment modalities, such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT etc. However, I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all. I trust your inner strength and believe we can work together to achieve your goals.
Thank you for reaching out to me. Is trauma, anxiety, depression or chronic pain, holding you back from reaching your goals? You've come to the right place! I am a Registered Psychologist (AB) and a Certified EMDR therapist with extensive education and tons of experience in the field of mental health, and chronic pain. My multicultural background and lived experience help me to connect empathetically with my clients. I am trained in various treatment modalities, such as EMDR, CBT, ACT, DBT, EFT etc. However, I do not believe in a one-size-fits-all. I trust your inner strength and believe we can work together to achieve your goals.
Trained in PTSD, Chronic Pain, Depression, Dissociation, Anxiety & Stress, I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach to match your treatment needs.
Hello! You are likely here to find a therapist, which is not an easy task. I hope to make it as easy as possible for you to see if I might be a good fit, and if we aren't, I'll help you to find a therapist who is. Fit with your therapist is a very important part of what makes therapy successful, and helping you find successful treatment at the end of the day is what is important to me.
Trained in PTSD, Chronic Pain, Depression, Dissociation, Anxiety & Stress, I use an eclectic, evidence-based approach to match your treatment needs.
Hello! You are likely here to find a therapist, which is not an easy task. I hope to make it as easy as possible for you to see if I might be a good fit, and if we aren't, I'll help you to find a therapist who is. Fit with your therapist is a very important part of what makes therapy successful, and helping you find successful treatment at the end of the day is what is important to me.
I work with anxiety, addiction (substance use) and chronic pain. Sometimes the little things become too much and you find you're overreacting or panicking. Maybe you can't get a situation out of your head and you're overthinking or stressed about it. Maybe you tired of numbing the pain or avoiding your problems cause it isn't helping. Sometimes our motivation is to stop passing on unhealthy patterns to our kids. Maybe you want to control your emotions so they don't control you. If you want to work on the roots of addiction and the stress and anxiety that is always brewing below the surface of chronic pain, we could be a fit.
I work with anxiety, addiction (substance use) and chronic pain. Sometimes the little things become too much and you find you're overreacting or panicking. Maybe you can't get a situation out of your head and you're overthinking or stressed about it. Maybe you tired of numbing the pain or avoiding your problems cause it isn't helping. Sometimes our motivation is to stop passing on unhealthy patterns to our kids. Maybe you want to control your emotions so they don't control you. If you want to work on the roots of addiction and the stress and anxiety that is always brewing below the surface of chronic pain, we could be a fit.
I am a registered psychologist who specializes in chronic pain, health concerns, OCD, anxiety and trauma. I believe in the importance of living authentically in the face of challenges, and finding ways to cope with life's hardships. My goal in therapy is to help you cope with difficult thoughts and feelings so you can focus on doing the things you love and being the person you value and want to be. I work collaboratively with you, and provide a judgment free environment to work through your concerns. I am an experiential therapist, meaning we try interventions and activities in session to create change in your life.
I am a registered psychologist who specializes in chronic pain, health concerns, OCD, anxiety and trauma. I believe in the importance of living authentically in the face of challenges, and finding ways to cope with life's hardships. My goal in therapy is to help you cope with difficult thoughts and feelings so you can focus on doing the things you love and being the person you value and want to be. I work collaboratively with you, and provide a judgment free environment to work through your concerns. I am an experiential therapist, meaning we try interventions and activities in session to create change in your life.
If you are struggling to figure out a life with chronic pain; If you have left an abusive relationship and have lost a sense of who you are; If you are finding that your body is holding onto/telling stories of trauma and stress; If you have challenging relationships with food and your body, I can help with these concerns.
Welcome! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta currently accepting new clients. I provide counselling to seniors, adults, young adults and teens. I am experienced in a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ2S+ experiences. I have a special interest in working with chronic pain, those who have experienced domestic violence, disordered eating concerns such as body positivity, binge eating, and influences of diet culture. I am currently training in Somatic Experiencing where I utilize body/somatic focused techniques for trauma resolution.
If you are struggling to figure out a life with chronic pain; If you have left an abusive relationship and have lost a sense of who you are; If you are finding that your body is holding onto/telling stories of trauma and stress; If you have challenging relationships with food and your body, I can help with these concerns.
Welcome! I am a Registered Provisional Psychologist in Alberta currently accepting new clients. I provide counselling to seniors, adults, young adults and teens. I am experienced in a variety of mental health concerns including, but not limited to, anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, and LGBTQ2S+ experiences. I have a special interest in working with chronic pain, those who have experienced domestic violence, disordered eating concerns such as body positivity, binge eating, and influences of diet culture. I am currently training in Somatic Experiencing where I utilize body/somatic focused techniques for trauma resolution.
Michael Neeland
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, RSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6R
I am trained and experienced in various psychotherapy models and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain.
Life can be very challenging and at times overwhelming. Sometimes, it may be difficult to see past and work through certain challenges. I believe that we all have the capacity and resources within ourselves to overcome these challenges and continue to grow through them. To me, the process of therapy is all about engaging with you in a collaborative process to work through any barriers you may be facing. Every person’s life is complex and unique. It is therefore paramount that therapy is based on trust and that you feel safe and empowered.
I am trained and experienced in various psychotherapy models and specialize in treating anxiety, depression, trauma, and chronic pain.
Life can be very challenging and at times overwhelming. Sometimes, it may be difficult to see past and work through certain challenges. I believe that we all have the capacity and resources within ourselves to overcome these challenges and continue to grow through them. To me, the process of therapy is all about engaging with you in a collaborative process to work through any barriers you may be facing. Every person’s life is complex and unique. It is therefore paramount that therapy is based on trust and that you feel safe and empowered.
I have experience working with post-injury, short-term and long-term disability, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and trauma related to motor vehicle accidents.
In this journey of life, we experience all kinds of events both positive and negative. As humans, we are equipped with unique strengths and resources that shape our resiliency when it comes to healing, changing, growing, and adapting. We may experience problems because of a disruption (internal or external) to our daily functioning, which can impact how we feel, how we think, and/or how we behave. This can result to feeling a loss of control and autonomy over our lives. A central tenant to my approach in counselling is social justice which means supporting my clients to empower themselves: regaining power over their lives.
I have experience working with post-injury, short-term and long-term disability, chronic pain, depression, anxiety, and trauma related to motor vehicle accidents.
In this journey of life, we experience all kinds of events both positive and negative. As humans, we are equipped with unique strengths and resources that shape our resiliency when it comes to healing, changing, growing, and adapting. We may experience problems because of a disruption (internal or external) to our daily functioning, which can impact how we feel, how we think, and/or how we behave. This can result to feeling a loss of control and autonomy over our lives. A central tenant to my approach in counselling is social justice which means supporting my clients to empower themselves: regaining power over their lives.
Life isn't always easy and it doesn't always give us what we expect. We can find ourselves consumed with worry and spiraling thoughts or feeling so low and unmotivated, even getting out of bed seems tough. We can reel from the mental load and exhaustion that comes with chronic pain or chronic illness and feel overwhelmed or burdened with grief and loss or life transitions. We can be hard on ourselves and sometimes struggle to meet our goals. Things might feel hopeless - like they'll never get better. But you don't have to travel these roads alone.
Life isn't always easy and it doesn't always give us what we expect. We can find ourselves consumed with worry and spiraling thoughts or feeling so low and unmotivated, even getting out of bed seems tough. We can reel from the mental load and exhaustion that comes with chronic pain or chronic illness and feel overwhelmed or burdened with grief and loss or life transitions. We can be hard on ourselves and sometimes struggle to meet our goals. Things might feel hopeless - like they'll never get better. But you don't have to travel these roads alone.
HopeWell Psychological - ONLINE
Psychologist
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M (Online Only)
We are experts who can help individuals heal from anxiety, pain, grief, and trauma.
We are compassionate and experienced Psychologists who have supported adults in various capacities, since 2012. We know that people are resilient and strong but certain life circumstances can be difficult to overcome for most. We have several specialty areas that include working with: 1. people who have gone through a car accident, 2. people who have experienced a significant life change/transition, and 3. people who have experienced trauma (due to military service, emergency responding, or sexual abuse). Currently, we provide only online counselling and have flexible hours.
We are experts who can help individuals heal from anxiety, pain, grief, and trauma.
We are compassionate and experienced Psychologists who have supported adults in various capacities, since 2012. We know that people are resilient and strong but certain life circumstances can be difficult to overcome for most. We have several specialty areas that include working with: 1. people who have gone through a car accident, 2. people who have experienced a significant life change/transition, and 3. people who have experienced trauma (due to military service, emergency responding, or sexual abuse). Currently, we provide only online counselling and have flexible hours.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 41 years of experience working in hospitals, university and currently only in private practice. I worked overseas in a pediatric oncology and in a Pain Clinic. As the Director of the Psychology Department at the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton, I helped cancer patients and their families; I supervised graduate students and was involved in published research. I achieved the level of Clinical Professor of Palliative Medicine at the University of Alberta. Following my departure from the Cross Cancer Institute, I worked at the University of Alberta Hospital in the Burn and Trauma units.
I am a Clinical Psychologist with 41 years of experience working in hospitals, university and currently only in private practice. I worked overseas in a pediatric oncology and in a Pain Clinic. As the Director of the Psychology Department at the Cross Cancer Institute in Edmonton, I helped cancer patients and their families; I supervised graduate students and was involved in published research. I achieved the level of Clinical Professor of Palliative Medicine at the University of Alberta. Following my departure from the Cross Cancer Institute, I worked at the University of Alberta Hospital in the Burn and Trauma units.
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I work with adults in AB and NB (virtual only for NB residents) who experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, grief, PTSD, driving anxiety, as well as relationship issues. I also support people who have been impacted by chronic illnesses, such as cancer, long-haul COVID19, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other chronic pain conditions.
I work with adults in AB and NB (virtual only for NB residents) who experience symptoms of anxiety, depression, stress, grief, PTSD, driving anxiety, as well as relationship issues. I also support people who have been impacted by chronic illnesses, such as cancer, long-haul COVID19, chronic fatigue syndrome, fibromyalgia, and other chronic pain conditions.
I am a doctoral-level registered Clinical Psychologist with 11 years of education and training. I completed my PhD at McGill University and subsequently pursued specialized postdoctoral training at the Stanford School of Medicine. I work primarily with adults experiencing mental and physical health concerns. I am a specialist in the treatment of chronic pain. I also have a particular interest and expertise in working with individuals experiencing perfectionism and procrastination. I commonly work with high achievers who are struggling to navigate challenges which interfere with their ability to find meaning and excel in their lives.
I am a doctoral-level registered Clinical Psychologist with 11 years of education and training. I completed my PhD at McGill University and subsequently pursued specialized postdoctoral training at the Stanford School of Medicine. I work primarily with adults experiencing mental and physical health concerns. I am a specialist in the treatment of chronic pain. I also have a particular interest and expertise in working with individuals experiencing perfectionism and procrastination. I commonly work with high achievers who are struggling to navigate challenges which interfere with their ability to find meaning and excel in their lives.
in Counselling Psychology), my research in Chronic Pain and my 15 years in a hospital with a wide breadth of medical diagnoses has nurtured my perspective and enables me to develop a vast clinical repertoire to utilize and a keen clinical astuteness to help you find a path through the complexity of health concerns.
I am open to anyone who wants a supportive, collaborative relationship. Given my expertise in health psychology, my ideal client is an adult or child or family dealing with a health complexity and/or anxiety. I understand how difficult it can be to have your world shifted significantly with a health issue and how trying the process of treatment and the medical system can be. I truly want to hear you and help.
in Counselling Psychology), my research in Chronic Pain and my 15 years in a hospital with a wide breadth of medical diagnoses has nurtured my perspective and enables me to develop a vast clinical repertoire to utilize and a keen clinical astuteness to help you find a path through the complexity of health concerns.
I am open to anyone who wants a supportive, collaborative relationship. Given my expertise in health psychology, my ideal client is an adult or child or family dealing with a health complexity and/or anxiety. I understand how difficult it can be to have your world shifted significantly with a health issue and how trying the process of treatment and the medical system can be. I truly want to hear you and help.
Davis P Tharayil
Registered Provisional Psychologist, PhD, MA, MEd, CCC
Verified Verified
Edmonton, AB T5K
I provide treatment for various issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, addictions, anger, marital conflict, grief, burnout, self-esteem, and personality challenges.
I am a compassionate and non-judgmental Registered Provisional Psychologist with over 12 years of experience. In therapy, clients are able to set achievable goals by discussing their personal issues along with the challenging and complex circumstances they are struggling with. Together, we work towards these goals using an integrative approach that combines Cognitive-Behavioural, Acceptance & Commitment, Dialectical Behavioural Therapies, and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
I provide treatment for various issues, including trauma, depression, anxiety, chronic pain, addictions, anger, marital conflict, grief, burnout, self-esteem, and personality challenges.
I am a compassionate and non-judgmental Registered Provisional Psychologist with over 12 years of experience. In therapy, clients are able to set achievable goals by discussing their personal issues along with the challenging and complex circumstances they are struggling with. Together, we work towards these goals using an integrative approach that combines Cognitive-Behavioural, Acceptance & Commitment, Dialectical Behavioural Therapies, and Clinical Hypnotherapy.
My role is to work on your goals to achieve better life balance, and turn pain into peace using Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness practices.
My focus is to assist clients through life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery. Specializing in trauma counselling for CAF, RCMP, EMS, CSC, and other front line workers. I am experienced with VAC assessments, with an in depth knowledge of VAC policies, and benefits. My approach is strength based, and solution focused using research based methods. My unique life experiences as a female Veteran provide compassionate empathy, and understanding of the great need for trauma counselling.
My role is to work on your goals to achieve better life balance, and turn pain into peace using Solution Focused Therapy, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Narrative Therapy, and Mindfulness practices.
My focus is to assist clients through life transitions, depression, anxiety, and trauma recovery. Specializing in trauma counselling for CAF, RCMP, EMS, CSC, and other front line workers. I am experienced with VAC assessments, with an in depth knowledge of VAC policies, and benefits. My approach is strength based, and solution focused using research based methods. My unique life experiences as a female Veteran provide compassionate empathy, and understanding of the great need for trauma counselling.
Hi, thanks for viewing my profile. As a registered psychologist, I have experience supporting adults and adolescents through various (and often closely related) difficulties, including trauma, anxiety-related, and depressive disorders, as well as emotion regulation, work-related stress, assertiveness/boundary setting, and chronic pain management.
Hi, thanks for viewing my profile. As a registered psychologist, I have experience supporting adults and adolescents through various (and often closely related) difficulties, including trauma, anxiety-related, and depressive disorders, as well as emotion regulation, work-related stress, assertiveness/boundary setting, and chronic pain management.
She focuses on sexual pain and dysfunction, and also works with intimacy, infidelity, desire issues, and other sexual health experiences.
With authenticity and a sense of humour, Cassandra utilizes a multi-faceted approach in her treatment of both couples and individuals. Cassandra incorporates the use of empirically validated and evidence based approaches, and primarily treats from an experiential process-based lens. Advocacy and psychoeducation are instrumental in her treatment approach, and she aims to ensure that every client feels educated and empowered in their journey.
She focuses on sexual pain and dysfunction, and also works with intimacy, infidelity, desire issues, and other sexual health experiences.
With authenticity and a sense of humour, Cassandra utilizes a multi-faceted approach in her treatment of both couples and individuals. Cassandra incorporates the use of empirically validated and evidence based approaches, and primarily treats from an experiential process-based lens. Advocacy and psychoeducation are instrumental in her treatment approach, and she aims to ensure that every client feels educated and empowered in their journey.
Together we work on moving those barriers aside, processing trauma, and implementing new tools which can help that pain to dissipate, making space for peace, joy, authenticity, and purpose.
Life feels so disappointing. Despite trying, you can't seem to figure out how to make things better but you know you need them to change. Thinking of how things have been, you feel overwhelmed, upset, and at times detached from your current reality. You struggle to feel good enough and connect to joy in your life. You catch yourself wondering if things will ever feel ok. At some point your authentic self got lost and you can’t quite figure out how to get it back. You long to feel fulfilled and connected within your life. You are looking for a therapist who really gets you and has the tools to help.
Together we work on moving those barriers aside, processing trauma, and implementing new tools which can help that pain to dissipate, making space for peace, joy, authenticity, and purpose.
Life feels so disappointing. Despite trying, you can't seem to figure out how to make things better but you know you need them to change. Thinking of how things have been, you feel overwhelmed, upset, and at times detached from your current reality. You struggle to feel good enough and connect to joy in your life. You catch yourself wondering if things will ever feel ok. At some point your authentic self got lost and you can’t quite figure out how to get it back. You long to feel fulfilled and connected within your life. You are looking for a therapist who really gets you and has the tools to help.
Renata L Logan
Marriage & Family Therapist, MSc, RPsych
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T5M
I specialize in marital and family therapy, and hold special interest in grief/loss; chronic pain; work-life balance; and the integration of holistic medicinal practices for personal growth across the lifespan.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
I specialize in marital and family therapy, and hold special interest in grief/loss; chronic pain; work-life balance; and the integration of holistic medicinal practices for personal growth across the lifespan.
Working from a holistic frame, I believe that the source for all healing and lasting change is rooted in the mind-body-spirit triad, as well as the family-community connection. I support persons of all ages and histories in finding those resources that may guide them towards experiencing greater satisfaction in their daily living, sense of well-being, and in their key relationships. Using a variety of approaches, I tailor the therapeutic experience to best match each client's needs at any given point in therapy.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope? Do you need a professional who is respectful, gentle, and can provide a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere in which you can voice your concerns? If you've experienced workplace stress/trauma, burnout, anxiety, or depression, and you want to heal your emotional pain and restore your self-worth, - please reach out. You don't need to go through this alone. I also provide career planning/counselling and can help you find deeper meaning and fulfillment in your career.
Are you feeling overwhelmed and struggling to cope? Do you need a professional who is respectful, gentle, and can provide a safe and nonjudgmental atmosphere in which you can voice your concerns? If you've experienced workplace stress/trauma, burnout, anxiety, or depression, and you want to heal your emotional pain and restore your self-worth, - please reach out. You don't need to go through this alone. I also provide career planning/counselling and can help you find deeper meaning and fulfillment in your career.
Mitchell Loepp is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta with over 10 years of experience providing therapy and assessment for children, teens, adults, as well as and their families. He specializes in life transitions, as well as assisting his clients in dealing with the physical and emotional pain of various trauma that had been exposed to. In order to address his clients' needs, Mitchell uses an eclectic approach, which incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
Mitchell Loepp is a Registered Psychologist in Alberta with over 10 years of experience providing therapy and assessment for children, teens, adults, as well as and their families. He specializes in life transitions, as well as assisting his clients in dealing with the physical and emotional pain of various trauma that had been exposed to. In order to address his clients' needs, Mitchell uses an eclectic approach, which incorporates Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitisation Reprocessing Therapy (EMDR)
My previous work as a Registered Nurse fostered a special interest in supporting individuals as they navigate hardship and unexpected losses, and exploring topics of medical trauma, chronic pain, or challenges with reproductive or perinatal mental health.
I believe counselling provides a unique opportunity to explore many facets of life. Through our work together, my hope is that you will come to know yourself better - your emotions, your needs, your values, and your goals, and that this will empower you to make meaningful change in your life.
My previous work as a Registered Nurse fostered a special interest in supporting individuals as they navigate hardship and unexpected losses, and exploring topics of medical trauma, chronic pain, or challenges with reproductive or perinatal mental health.
I believe counselling provides a unique opportunity to explore many facets of life. Through our work together, my hope is that you will come to know yourself better - your emotions, your needs, your values, and your goals, and that this will empower you to make meaningful change in your life.
Nicola Michaud
Psychologist, M Ed, RPysch
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Edmonton, AB T6W
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including grief, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation issues, life changes and transitions, cancer diagnoses, disordered eating, chronic pain, trauma, perfectionism, procrastination, and self worth or esteem issues. I like to start with a complete initial general assessment to deep dive in getting to understand you, and from there, we co-create a treatment plan with goals of what we want to address together. My availability is limited to only being able to connect once every 3-8 weeks, but I am available long term as needed. I give extra resources to review/try between sessions.
I work with adults experiencing a range of issues including grief, depression, anxiety, emotion regulation issues, life changes and transitions, cancer diagnoses, disordered eating, chronic pain, trauma, perfectionism, procrastination, and self worth or esteem issues. I like to start with a complete initial general assessment to deep dive in getting to understand you, and from there, we co-create a treatment plan with goals of what we want to address together. My availability is limited to only being able to connect once every 3-8 weeks, but I am available long term as needed. I give extra resources to review/try between sessions.
Therapy is an opportunity to find ways to live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. It helps in overcoming difficult symptoms or stresses, cope effectively with problems or bring positives into your life when things are going well. I work with people struggling in their family relationships, or those in high distress from loss, grief & trauma, or people trying to cope with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, or emotional pain. In my work with individuals I have learned that working from a broad base of theories and techniques is best integrated in the therapeutic work.
Therapy is an opportunity to find ways to live a more fulfilling and satisfying life. It helps in overcoming difficult symptoms or stresses, cope effectively with problems or bring positives into your life when things are going well. I work with people struggling in their family relationships, or those in high distress from loss, grief & trauma, or people trying to cope with eating disorders, anxiety, depression, or emotional pain. In my work with individuals I have learned that working from a broad base of theories and techniques is best integrated in the therapeutic work.
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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, catastrophising, 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 behavioural 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.