Chronic Pain Therapists in Chalfont, PA

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Emily Marziani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914  (Online Only)
If you are looking for help with grief and loss, chronic illness, medical anxiety and trauma, anxiety, depression or just need someone to walk alongside you while you navigate change, I am happy to help.
Welcome! I hope you and I can work together. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and finding the right fit is not always easy! I work in an anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice and prioritize creating a safe and affirming space for you to process and heal.
If you are looking for help with grief and loss, chronic illness, medical anxiety and trauma, anxiety, depression or just need someone to walk alongside you while you navigate change, I am happy to help.
Welcome! I hope you and I can work together. I believe therapy should be a collaborative process and finding the right fit is not always easy! I work in an anti-oppressive and anti-racist practice and prioritize creating a safe and affirming space for you to process and heal.
(267) 551-6814 View (267) 551-6814
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Kevin Drab
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, CAADC, CEMDRT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chalfont, PA 18914
While I work with many types of problems and specific individual needs, I specialize in the treatment of trauma (which includes PTSD from single traumatic experiences, as well as complex trauma from childhood experiences), sleep/insomnia difficulties, the various forms of anxiety, grief, hopelessness, suicide, and chronic pain/illness.
Finding a caring, dedicated therapist to help you with your psychological or physical difficulties is important. Sessions are 1 to 2 hours, as determined by what you want and need. Some specialized sessions, e.g. EMDR, are 1 1/2 hours. Your time and energy are valuable, and while there are times when talking is helpful, I am always results-focused using effective collaborative actions and solutions that will help you resolve your problem(s). Please consult my website at KevinDrab.com to learn more about myself and my philosophy and therapeutic approaches. I do not take insurance, but provide receipts for insurance reimbursement.
While I work with many types of problems and specific individual needs, I specialize in the treatment of trauma (which includes PTSD from single traumatic experiences, as well as complex trauma from childhood experiences), sleep/insomnia difficulties, the various forms of anxiety, grief, hopelessness, suicide, and chronic pain/illness.
Finding a caring, dedicated therapist to help you with your psychological or physical difficulties is important. Sessions are 1 to 2 hours, as determined by what you want and need. Some specialized sessions, e.g. EMDR, are 1 1/2 hours. Your time and energy are valuable, and while there are times when talking is helpful, I am always results-focused using effective collaborative actions and solutions that will help you resolve your problem(s). Please consult my website at KevinDrab.com to learn more about myself and my philosophy and therapeutic approaches. I do not take insurance, but provide receipts for insurance reimbursement.
(215) 798-0627 View (215) 798-0627
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Daniel J Leichter
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914
I work with individuals, families, and couples and have specialized clinical expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression, adolescent issues, life transition adjustment, grief and loss, emotional intelligence, and pain management.
It is truly a privilege to be invited into the lives of others during a therapy session. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my philosophy of psychological treatment is based upon an empathic and compassionate therapeutic rapport which I consider the primary vehicle to interpersonal understanding, change and healing. I utilize a multi-modal approach grounded in psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral technique.
I work with individuals, families, and couples and have specialized clinical expertise in the treatment of anxiety and depression, adolescent issues, life transition adjustment, grief and loss, emotional intelligence, and pain management.
It is truly a privilege to be invited into the lives of others during a therapy session. As a licensed clinical psychologist, my philosophy of psychological treatment is based upon an empathic and compassionate therapeutic rapport which I consider the primary vehicle to interpersonal understanding, change and healing. I utilize a multi-modal approach grounded in psychodynamic theory and cognitive behavioral technique.
(610) 915-8560 View (610) 915-8560
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Deirdre Hally Shaffer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914
My practice focuses on the reduction of depression, anxiety, work related stress; relationship enhancement; healing through grief and loss; living with chronic illness; and Twelve Step Recovery from alcohol/drug abuse.
For over 35 years, I have worked collaboratively with individuals and couples who are navigating life transitions and challenges in search of reduced stress, healing, and growth. Through the use of empowering, supportive, solutions-focused strategies, I specialize in personal and relationship improvement with an objective of finding resiliency, joy, and meaning in life as well as creating loving, supportive relationships. Navigating the difficult waters of divorce and supervising other therapists are areas of specialty, in addition to couples counseling, parenting coaching, and conflict management in interpersonal relationships.
My practice focuses on the reduction of depression, anxiety, work related stress; relationship enhancement; healing through grief and loss; living with chronic illness; and Twelve Step Recovery from alcohol/drug abuse.
For over 35 years, I have worked collaboratively with individuals and couples who are navigating life transitions and challenges in search of reduced stress, healing, and growth. Through the use of empowering, supportive, solutions-focused strategies, I specialize in personal and relationship improvement with an objective of finding resiliency, joy, and meaning in life as well as creating loving, supportive relationships. Navigating the difficult waters of divorce and supervising other therapists are areas of specialty, in addition to couples counseling, parenting coaching, and conflict management in interpersonal relationships.
(215) 348-9250 View (215) 348-9250
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Emily Marziani
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914  (Online Only)
If you are having a difficult time navigating life in America in 2024, you are not alone. So many of us are feeling scared, anxious, depressed and stressed. Together we can navigate the choppy waters of your personal world and society at large. Many of my clients are dealing with personal traumas, grief and loss, medical illnesses and are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. If you are going through a life transition, have emotions and memories to process or are struggling to cope, I am here to help you along your journey.
If you are having a difficult time navigating life in America in 2024, you are not alone. So many of us are feeling scared, anxious, depressed and stressed. Together we can navigate the choppy waters of your personal world and society at large. Many of my clients are dealing with personal traumas, grief and loss, medical illnesses and are members of the LGBTQIA+ community. If you are going through a life transition, have emotions and memories to process or are struggling to cope, I am here to help you along your journey.
(267) 376-9877 View (267) 376-9877
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Rosalie Marion Jacobs
MEd, BCB, LLC
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914
Allow me to help you over those hurdles that life puts in our paths. Let me assist you to an emotionally healthy lifestyle where you can enjoy life to it's fullest ! I treat individuals, couples, and families. My specialty is working with children, teens and adults, who are transitioning through their lives, and those who may be suffering from anxiety, and panic disorder, when road blocks interfere with life's journeys. I am a Psychoeducational Therapist/ Behavioral Specialist and a Certified Biofeedback Specialist; and have been practicing with successful outcomes for over 35+ years.
Allow me to help you over those hurdles that life puts in our paths. Let me assist you to an emotionally healthy lifestyle where you can enjoy life to it's fullest ! I treat individuals, couples, and families. My specialty is working with children, teens and adults, who are transitioning through their lives, and those who may be suffering from anxiety, and panic disorder, when road blocks interfere with life's journeys. I am a Psychoeducational Therapist/ Behavioral Specialist and a Certified Biofeedback Specialist; and have been practicing with successful outcomes for over 35+ years.
(215) 392-2282 View (215) 392-2282
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Bill Montgomery
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, CGT, PhD-Sys
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Chalfont, PA 18914
Bill has received recognition for his work with couples, as well as individual adults and teenagers. He helps people find their way out of depression, anxiety, panic, anger, stress, mistrust, addiction of all types, trauma, harmful behavior, attention issues, and more. He works with individuals, couples, and families of all backgrounds. Bill helps bring positive change in relationships. He understands that clients often feel helpless or stuck and helps people rediscover their inner strength. He provides emotional tools and ideas to help improve their relationships and their lives. He has written a book covering some of these tools and concepts.
Bill has received recognition for his work with couples, as well as individual adults and teenagers. He helps people find their way out of depression, anxiety, panic, anger, stress, mistrust, addiction of all types, trauma, harmful behavior, attention issues, and more. He works with individuals, couples, and families of all backgrounds. Bill helps bring positive change in relationships. He understands that clients often feel helpless or stuck and helps people rediscover their inner strength. He provides emotional tools and ideas to help improve their relationships and their lives. He has written a book covering some of these tools and concepts.
(215) 489-0826 View (215) 489-0826
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Mary V Shull
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914
Are you suffering from anxiety or depression? Are you feeling you lack meaning and purpose in life? Do you feel isolated and lonely? Have you ever experienced sexual or emotional abuse only to be told never to tell anyone? Have you experienced the loss of a child or loved one? Are you struggling in your closest relationships? I can help you work through these issues. As a compassionate and skillful therapist I have helped many client's move from a place where they felt stuck and hopeless to a place where they find life meaningful again. Let me help you live!
Are you suffering from anxiety or depression? Are you feeling you lack meaning and purpose in life? Do you feel isolated and lonely? Have you ever experienced sexual or emotional abuse only to be told never to tell anyone? Have you experienced the loss of a child or loved one? Are you struggling in your closest relationships? I can help you work through these issues. As a compassionate and skillful therapist I have helped many client's move from a place where they felt stuck and hopeless to a place where they find life meaningful again. Let me help you live!
(215) 326-9978 View (215) 326-9978
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Springfield Psychological of North Wales
Psychologist
Not Verified Not Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914
We are a friendly and professional mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens, and children since 1985. With seven locations in Havertown, King of Prussia, North Wales, Philadelphia, Sinking Spring, Springfield, and West Chester as well as flexible scheduling options, we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
We are a friendly and professional mental health practice that has been providing outstanding and affordable therapy for adults, couples, families, teens, and children since 1985. With seven locations in Havertown, King of Prussia, North Wales, Philadelphia, Sinking Spring, Springfield, and West Chester as well as flexible scheduling options, we are able to offer appointments during the daytime, evening and weekends for your convenience. In addition, we accept most insurance plans.
(610) 544-2110 View (610) 544-2110
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Amanda M. Ducsak
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Chalfont, PA 18914
Everyone struggles but the pressure to have it all together can be debilitating. I help those with anxiety, self esteem concerns, depression, ADHD, parent-child relational difficulties, emotional regulation issues, drug and alcohol concerns, caregiver burnout, behavioral issues, life transitions, and grief. I also support moms during pregnancy and postpartum. I utilize the personal experience I have with guardianship and caregiving to guide my professional practice while working with those who are in need of care and their families. I am dedicated to improving the lives of my clients through the collaborative process of therapy.
Everyone struggles but the pressure to have it all together can be debilitating. I help those with anxiety, self esteem concerns, depression, ADHD, parent-child relational difficulties, emotional regulation issues, drug and alcohol concerns, caregiver burnout, behavioral issues, life transitions, and grief. I also support moms during pregnancy and postpartum. I utilize the personal experience I have with guardianship and caregiving to guide my professional practice while working with those who are in need of care and their families. I am dedicated to improving the lives of my clients through the collaborative process of therapy.
(267) 435-3705 View (267) 435-3705
William A. McCollaum, Psy.D. & Associates
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
Chalfont, PA 18914
(215) 792-6367 View (215) 792-6367

More Therapists Nearby

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Kelly N Craney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
The majority of my clients are people who have struggled to find relief from traditional medicine (and traditional approaches to addressing complex ailments/struggles). I am grateful that these individuals find relief here. Many of my patients have been able to resolve complex challenges in just a few months of biweekly sessions. Areas of specialized care & success include, but are not limited to: trauma, chronic pain, nerve damage, complex medical conditions, grief, spiritual development, struggles with weight, stomach/GI issues, insomnia, anxiety, depression, medication intolerance, and some areas of addiction.
The majority of my clients are people who have struggled to find relief from traditional medicine (and traditional approaches to addressing complex ailments/struggles). I am grateful that these individuals find relief here. Many of my patients have been able to resolve complex challenges in just a few months of biweekly sessions. Areas of specialized care & success include, but are not limited to: trauma, chronic pain, nerve damage, complex medical conditions, grief, spiritual development, struggles with weight, stomach/GI issues, insomnia, anxiety, depression, medication intolerance, and some areas of addiction.
(267) 871-9969 View (267) 871-9969
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Wendy Lee Forman
PhD
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18901
Therapy is an interactive process,and I connect easily and well with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety,relationships and family issues,chronic illness or grief. I am a practical person with a good sense of humor and considerable empathy, employing a variety of useful techniques depending on specific problems and goals.
Therapy is an interactive process,and I connect easily and well with people of all ages who are struggling with depression, anxiety,relationships and family issues,chronic illness or grief. I am a practical person with a good sense of humor and considerable empathy, employing a variety of useful techniques depending on specific problems and goals.
(215) 340-1554 View (215) 340-1554
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Melissa Appel
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Horsham, PA 19044
I also specialize in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Do you find yourself avoiding life because you have too much anxiety? Or you’ve been having chronic pain so long that you worry life will never be different? If something hurts too much for you to engage fully in life- whether it’s feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or in chronic physical pain, it’s time to try something new. I’ve created my practice as a safe place where you can find relief from emotional and/or chronic physical pain, with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief or feeling out of control. I will help you create a plan to repair, restore and find new ways to achieve wellbeing.
I also specialize in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
Do you find yourself avoiding life because you have too much anxiety? Or you’ve been having chronic pain so long that you worry life will never be different? If something hurts too much for you to engage fully in life- whether it’s feeling overwhelmed, depressed, or in chronic physical pain, it’s time to try something new. I’ve created my practice as a safe place where you can find relief from emotional and/or chronic physical pain, with a focus on anxiety, depression, grief or feeling out of control. I will help you create a plan to repair, restore and find new ways to achieve wellbeing.
(215) 770-1841 View (215) 770-1841
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Kelly Reed
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCTP, ALC
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18902
Not accepting new clients
Through the benefits of Holistic Integrated Psychotherapy, you will reduce stress, develop new skills to respond to pain, balance physical/emotional symptoms, heal from traumas, release habits that no longer serve you, resolve grief/loss, establish healthy relationships with yourself and others, and achieve greater well-being.
Are you interested in a Holistic and Integrative approach to Psychotherapy and how it can help you heal and grow? Perhaps you are searching for relief from life's stressors or from the overwhelming moods, emotions, and behaviors that result. And perhaps you are seeking healing of mind, body, and spirit, or you feel a deep sense that there is more to life than how you are living and are looking for a new way of thinking and being in the world. Through my unique approach to psychotherapy, I will assist you in finding and actualizing the healing you are searching for.
Through the benefits of Holistic Integrated Psychotherapy, you will reduce stress, develop new skills to respond to pain, balance physical/emotional symptoms, heal from traumas, release habits that no longer serve you, resolve grief/loss, establish healthy relationships with yourself and others, and achieve greater well-being.
Are you interested in a Holistic and Integrative approach to Psychotherapy and how it can help you heal and grow? Perhaps you are searching for relief from life's stressors or from the overwhelming moods, emotions, and behaviors that result. And perhaps you are seeking healing of mind, body, and spirit, or you feel a deep sense that there is more to life than how you are living and are looking for a new way of thinking and being in the world. Through my unique approach to psychotherapy, I will assist you in finding and actualizing the healing you are searching for.
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Edie Weinstein
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
I welcome someone who is ready to make life changes and would like assistance to take them from where they are to where they want to be. A willingness to work with a supportive, experienced (since 1979) social worker/therapist who uses dynamic and interactive approaches, knowing that I am the guide, and you are the one who knows yourself best and that healing comes from within. Relationship, self esteem, body image, career goals, family challenge, sexuality, spirituality, illness, loss, addiction, depression or anxiety related issues. I offered my first TEDx talk called Overcoming the Taboo of Touch, about platonic touch by consent.
I welcome someone who is ready to make life changes and would like assistance to take them from where they are to where they want to be. A willingness to work with a supportive, experienced (since 1979) social worker/therapist who uses dynamic and interactive approaches, knowing that I am the guide, and you are the one who knows yourself best and that healing comes from within. Relationship, self esteem, body image, career goals, family challenge, sexuality, spirituality, illness, loss, addiction, depression or anxiety related issues. I offered my first TEDx talk called Overcoming the Taboo of Touch, about platonic touch by consent.
(267) 641-3762 View (267) 641-3762
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Jennifer Davey
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
New Hope, PA 18938  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in Integrative Health & Wellness. Incorporating both traditional psychotherapy alongside evidence-based mind-body approaches allows me to provide a comprehensive approach towards your health and healing. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, a significant life challenge, or just want to create a more fulfilling life for yourself, my goal as your therapist is to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to create the change and growth you desire.
I am a Licensed Clinical Psychologist, specializing in Integrative Health & Wellness. Incorporating both traditional psychotherapy alongside evidence-based mind-body approaches allows me to provide a comprehensive approach towards your health and healing. Whether you are experiencing anxiety, chronic pain, trauma, a significant life challenge, or just want to create a more fulfilling life for yourself, my goal as your therapist is to empower you with the knowledge and tools you need to create the change and growth you desire.
(484) 209-2581 View (484) 209-2581
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Hannah Gilmore
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LSW
Verified Verified
Lansdale, PA 19446
Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.
Whether you are coming to therapy for anxiety, depression, grief, relationship issues, a life change, or just a general sense of unease, facing these issues can be scary. Healing isn’t easy because it involves confronting our pain and hurts. Healing can also be full of joy, hope, connection, and freedom as we experience new possibilities of being and relating. My approach is warm, relational, and integrative. I strive to offer a space where you can feel safe enough to look inward – to gently and compassionately welcome all parts of yourself with less judgment and shame.
(215) 544-3724 View (215) 544-3724
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Lauren Kang
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT-AS
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Doylestown, PA 18901
Hi! I'm Lauren, a licensed marriage & family therapist & co-owner at RISE Mental Health Collective! I work with couples and individuals. For couples work, I primarily utilize the Gottman Method, intertwined with other systemic & trauma-informed modalities. I work with individuals experiencing life-transitions, relationship problems, impacts of trauma, mood disorders, and chronic illness. I am certified in Prolonged Exposure therapy. I bring a nonjudgmental, compassionate approach to both discover how you can live a more fulfilling life, as well identify factors from different points in your life that may be keeping you stuck.
Hi! I'm Lauren, a licensed marriage & family therapist & co-owner at RISE Mental Health Collective! I work with couples and individuals. For couples work, I primarily utilize the Gottman Method, intertwined with other systemic & trauma-informed modalities. I work with individuals experiencing life-transitions, relationship problems, impacts of trauma, mood disorders, and chronic illness. I am certified in Prolonged Exposure therapy. I bring a nonjudgmental, compassionate approach to both discover how you can live a more fulfilling life, as well identify factors from different points in your life that may be keeping you stuck.
(215) 709-7441 View (215) 709-7441
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Jessica Zuniga
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Doylestown, PA 18902  (Online Only)
I have helped people with grief and loss, past abuse, anxiety, depression, self-harm like cutting or picking, overwhelming emotions, health, illness and aging, being human in this crazy world!.
You made it here! Getting to the point where you finally make a connection and start feeling some relief from your burdens, it's a lot. If you schedule with me, you will find that I'm an open, honest person who creates a warm, safe space for you to explore anything and everything that brought you here. I help people untangle their suffering from their daily lives.
I have helped people with grief and loss, past abuse, anxiety, depression, self-harm like cutting or picking, overwhelming emotions, health, illness and aging, being human in this crazy world!.
You made it here! Getting to the point where you finally make a connection and start feeling some relief from your burdens, it's a lot. If you schedule with me, you will find that I'm an open, honest person who creates a warm, safe space for you to explore anything and everything that brought you here. I help people untangle their suffering from their daily lives.
(484) 486-8069 View (484) 486-8069
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.