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Mark Schneider
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Greenville, RI 02828
I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety problems especially social anxiety and panic disorder. Often along with this issue, I work with young adults becoming more independent. My work focuses on getting patients to see how their anxieties can be mastered while accepting that some anxiety can be normal and healthy. I also have a background working with patients with chronic pain and adjustment to other chronic illnesses such as diabetes and multiple sclerosis. I collaborate with other health care providers to help the patient cope with their illness and feel less overwhelmed by the medical decisions that they need to make.
I specialize in treating individuals with anxiety problems especially social anxiety and panic disorder. Often along with this issue, I work with young adults becoming more independent. My work focuses on getting patients to see how their anxieties can be mastered while accepting that some anxiety can be normal and healthy. I also have a background working with patients with chronic pain and adjustment to other chronic illnesses such as diabetes and multiple sclerosis. I collaborate with other health care providers to help the patient cope with their illness and feel less overwhelmed by the medical decisions that they need to make.
(401) 371-9541 View (401) 371-9541
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Andrea Erickson
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Greenville, RI 02828
Andrea Erickson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 1996. She specializes in providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and college students. Andrea has treated clients with a wide range of psychosocial issues including stress, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, behavior problems, chronic pain and health conditions. She also works with parents/caregivers as they navigate through life stressors and transitions, relationships, while promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
Andrea Erickson is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor in Rhode Island who has been practicing since 1996. She specializes in providing individual therapy to children, adolescents, young adults, and college students. Andrea has treated clients with a wide range of psychosocial issues including stress, anxiety, depression, autism spectrum disorders, ADHD, behavior problems, chronic pain and health conditions. She also works with parents/caregivers as they navigate through life stressors and transitions, relationships, while promoting healthy lifestyle habits.
(938) 999-1420 View (938) 999-1420
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Lenore Heaney
Counselor, MS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Greenville, RI 02828
Sometimes we all need a little extra help or someone outside of our circle to listen and give a fresh perspective. I believe that everyone can change and has the ability to better themselves when life may not feel that way. I have been in the field for over 20 years. I provide counseling for adults and work in finding the best solutions for the issues at hand. Our goal together will be to develop tools that you can utilize in your daily life long after counseling has ended.
Sometimes we all need a little extra help or someone outside of our circle to listen and give a fresh perspective. I believe that everyone can change and has the ability to better themselves when life may not feel that way. I have been in the field for over 20 years. I provide counseling for adults and work in finding the best solutions for the issues at hand. Our goal together will be to develop tools that you can utilize in your daily life long after counseling has ended.
(401) 210-1778 View (401) 210-1778

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Susan Hurd
Counselor, MA, CAGS, LMHC
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
I do have expertise with Stress Management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Chronic Pain, Disability & Rehabilitation Issues, & Medical Conditions including: Lyme, Fibromyalgia,Cancer, Diabetes, & Weight Issues.
I am compassionate, understanding, & pro-active. Together, we will help you learn how to better empower yourself, while finding strategies to cope and manage with life, work, family, relationships, school, food,or medical stress and challenges. I have expertise in treating complex conditions that may involve depression, anxiety, trauma, pain, health, fatigue, stress, life transitions, relationships, college,and work issues. I have 20 years expertise with Mindfulness-based Mind-Body Therapies, and Mindfulness Meditation, which are well researched methods in treating stress, pain, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
I do have expertise with Stress Management, Anxiety, Depression, Relationships, Chronic Pain, Disability & Rehabilitation Issues, & Medical Conditions including: Lyme, Fibromyalgia,Cancer, Diabetes, & Weight Issues.
I am compassionate, understanding, & pro-active. Together, we will help you learn how to better empower yourself, while finding strategies to cope and manage with life, work, family, relationships, school, food,or medical stress and challenges. I have expertise in treating complex conditions that may involve depression, anxiety, trauma, pain, health, fatigue, stress, life transitions, relationships, college,and work issues. I have 20 years expertise with Mindfulness-based Mind-Body Therapies, and Mindfulness Meditation, which are well researched methods in treating stress, pain, depression, anxiety and other mental health issues.
(401) 285-1911 View (401) 285-1911
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Dmitry Meyerson
Psychologist, Ph D
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02907
If you arrived here, then you may be looking for some form of psychological support or treatment. I am a Clinical Psychologist with a background and training in Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment, treatment of a wide range of psychological & emotional disorders, as well as assessing and treating individuals suffering from chronic pain.
If you arrived here, then you may be looking for some form of psychological support or treatment. I am a Clinical Psychologist with a background and training in Psychological and Neuropsychological Assessment, treatment of a wide range of psychological & emotional disorders, as well as assessing and treating individuals suffering from chronic pain.
(401) 386-8633 View (401) 386-8633
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Samantha Meints
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02903  (Online Only)
When we feel stuck, sometimes we need some help to get our lives back on track. I work with clients with a variety of concerns including chronic pain, chronic health conditions, women's health issues, medical trauma, insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Together, we work to minimize stress, pain, and discomfort while maximizing quality of life. I provide both brief and long-term therapy to help clients set and reach goals according to their own personal values.
When we feel stuck, sometimes we need some help to get our lives back on track. I work with clients with a variety of concerns including chronic pain, chronic health conditions, women's health issues, medical trauma, insomnia, depression, and anxiety. Together, we work to minimize stress, pain, and discomfort while maximizing quality of life. I provide both brief and long-term therapy to help clients set and reach goals according to their own personal values.
(978) 541-4360 View (978) 541-4360
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Ray of Light Wellness LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02904  (Online Only)
As a group we meet with clients who are facing challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, histories of abuse, chronic stress, gender identity and sexuality, body image and disordered eating, low self esteem and confidence, grief and loss, chronic health conditions and pain, substance abuse and addictions, as well as difficult life transitions.
Ray of Light Wellness LLC is an online mental health group practice servicing residents in MA, RI, & CT. We currently have availability for clients in RI ! We are a dedicated team of therapists who seek to provide effective, accessible, and affordable mental health services. We care and value our clients. We are honored to guide our clients on their healing journeys. As a group we have an array of specialties and treatment approaches to meet clients' needs. Our goal is to help you become an expert on your mental health and acquire the skills to manage the challenges you are facing. Check out our IG page rayoflightwellnessllc
As a group we meet with clients who are facing challenges with anxiety, depression, trauma, histories of abuse, chronic stress, gender identity and sexuality, body image and disordered eating, low self esteem and confidence, grief and loss, chronic health conditions and pain, substance abuse and addictions, as well as difficult life transitions.
Ray of Light Wellness LLC is an online mental health group practice servicing residents in MA, RI, & CT. We currently have availability for clients in RI ! We are a dedicated team of therapists who seek to provide effective, accessible, and affordable mental health services. We care and value our clients. We are honored to guide our clients on their healing journeys. As a group we have an array of specialties and treatment approaches to meet clients' needs. Our goal is to help you become an expert on your mental health and acquire the skills to manage the challenges you are facing. Check out our IG page rayoflightwellnessllc
(401) 336-5979 View (401) 336-5979
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Ellen C Healy
Counselor, MA, LMHC
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906  (Online Only)
I've been in practice for over 30 years, having worked in several area hospitals and in private practice. I have in-depth knowledge of the health care field and the effects illness may have on your life. I also can help you navigate the issues of today's world and help you manage symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. It's all about transitions. I can help you with them.
I've been in practice for over 30 years, having worked in several area hospitals and in private practice. I have in-depth knowledge of the health care field and the effects illness may have on your life. I also can help you navigate the issues of today's world and help you manage symptoms of depression, anxiety and other mental health issues. It's all about transitions. I can help you with them.
(401) 415-6283 View (401) 415-6283
Patricia Donahue
Counselor, LMHC
Verified Verified
Cranston, RI 02910
Hello and thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. People seek therapy because they are in pain about something or simply want to function better and get more out of life. Everyone has their own idea of what "better" would look like.
Hello and thank you for taking the time to look at my profile. People seek therapy because they are in pain about something or simply want to function better and get more out of life. Everyone has their own idea of what "better" would look like.
(844) 588-1738 View (844) 588-1738
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Tyler Puryear
Counselor, LMHC, MPH, MS
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
Tyler is a licensed therapist in Rhode Island and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Tyler works with young adults, college students, and adults struggling with addiction, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. He specializes in working with LGBTQ+ clients who are exploring their sexual identity development and/or are in need of an affirming therapeutic space to process other concerns. He has experience working with clients of diverse racial, ethnic and gender identities and tailors therapeutic interventions to fit your individual identity and needs.
Tyler is a licensed therapist in Rhode Island and a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP). Tyler works with young adults, college students, and adults struggling with addiction, chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. He specializes in working with LGBTQ+ clients who are exploring their sexual identity development and/or are in need of an affirming therapeutic space to process other concerns. He has experience working with clients of diverse racial, ethnic and gender identities and tailors therapeutic interventions to fit your individual identity and needs.
(401) 388-6068 View (401) 388-6068
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Michelle M Harrington
Counselor, MA, LCMHC
Verified Verified
Johnston, RI 02919
Waitlist for new clients
Are you discouraged? Do you feel confused about certain aspects of your life? Does anxiety or sadness get in the way of things you would like to do? Do you worry about things you cannot control? Do you struggle to understand relationships in your life? Have you been hurt and don't know how to resolve the pain and anger? Have you thought of talking with someone but feel you should be able to solve things on your own? Therapy can lead you to confident places in which you become empowered to make the best choices to meet your own needs.
Are you discouraged? Do you feel confused about certain aspects of your life? Does anxiety or sadness get in the way of things you would like to do? Do you worry about things you cannot control? Do you struggle to understand relationships in your life? Have you been hurt and don't know how to resolve the pain and anger? Have you thought of talking with someone but feel you should be able to solve things on your own? Therapy can lead you to confident places in which you become empowered to make the best choices to meet your own needs.
(401) 415-7080 View (401) 415-7080
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Tanya Koifman - Licensed Clinical Social Worker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, NY, NJ, ID, PA, DE, VT, RI, SC, FL
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02912  (Online Only)
I support people through a range of life situations including: anxiety, grief/loss, living with chronic illness, dynamic disability, HSP, 2E, care givers, coming out, college, life transitions, exploring various new ventures in life, menopause, fertility treatments, DCP, parenting, couples/relationships, ENM/polyamory, navigating communication, sex/intimacy.
I am a warm, affirming, non-judgmental psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, and I work with an interactive, humanistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, HAES-aligned, and transparent, narrative approach. I believe that people have the innate capacity to heal and change. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of your life goals and perspectives, so that we can custom-tailor techniques to make life most meaningful for you. We will work together toward resolving life challenges by identifying your personal strengths, coping strategies, and by helping you to see things in your life from a different lens.
I support people through a range of life situations including: anxiety, grief/loss, living with chronic illness, dynamic disability, HSP, 2E, care givers, coming out, college, life transitions, exploring various new ventures in life, menopause, fertility treatments, DCP, parenting, couples/relationships, ENM/polyamory, navigating communication, sex/intimacy.
I am a warm, affirming, non-judgmental psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience, and I work with an interactive, humanistic, strengths-based, trauma-informed, HAES-aligned, and transparent, narrative approach. I believe that people have the innate capacity to heal and change. We will work together to develop a deeper understanding of your life goals and perspectives, so that we can custom-tailor techniques to make life most meaningful for you. We will work together toward resolving life challenges by identifying your personal strengths, coping strategies, and by helping you to see things in your life from a different lens.
(646) 798-6332 View (646) 798-6332
Donna M Daloia
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
I work with people who want to improve the quality of their life. Whether it is a mood disorder, traumatic experiences, PTSD, relationship issues, medical illness, performance enhancement, or stress management, therapy can be an opportunity to put your life in order and to learn life sustaining skills. My style is supportive and collaborative. I am trained in EMDR, Marriage and Family Therapy and as a Medical Psychotherapist. I have extensive experience working with people who have medical issues that impact the quality of their life.
I work with people who want to improve the quality of their life. Whether it is a mood disorder, traumatic experiences, PTSD, relationship issues, medical illness, performance enhancement, or stress management, therapy can be an opportunity to put your life in order and to learn life sustaining skills. My style is supportive and collaborative. I am trained in EMDR, Marriage and Family Therapy and as a Medical Psychotherapist. I have extensive experience working with people who have medical issues that impact the quality of their life.
(401) 404-7150 View (401) 404-7150
Peter G Erickson
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02906
Relationships and life transitions often involve loss, grief, and sadness. Emotional pain, moreover, often makes everyday life seem unbearable and exhausting. Outpatient counseling and psychotherapy - both marital and individual - can facilitate the relief of the sadness, confusion, and anxiety that are part of working through personal and relational stressors. The approaches and models in which I have been trained and educated - interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and psychodynamic therapies - are also informed by and infused with with the essential, humane and core qualities of empathy, understanding, warmth, and genuineness.
Relationships and life transitions often involve loss, grief, and sadness. Emotional pain, moreover, often makes everyday life seem unbearable and exhausting. Outpatient counseling and psychotherapy - both marital and individual - can facilitate the relief of the sadness, confusion, and anxiety that are part of working through personal and relational stressors. The approaches and models in which I have been trained and educated - interpersonal, cognitive behavioral, and psychodynamic therapies - are also informed by and infused with with the essential, humane and core qualities of empathy, understanding, warmth, and genuineness.
(401) 244-8539 View (401) 244-8539
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Nell Ikai
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02906
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic illness, relationship issues, & life transitions.
Starting therapy can be an intimidating process even for those who have been in treatment before. Welcome, and congratulations on taking this first step! I offer therapy to individuals (both adolescent and adult) and couples through Mellem Clinic, a psychodynamic practice located in Providence, Rhode Island. My approach is based on the belief that each person is resilient and inherently good. We are also all influenced by our unique personal histories and environments.
My areas of expertise include depression, anxiety, addiction, chronic illness, relationship issues, & life transitions.
Starting therapy can be an intimidating process even for those who have been in treatment before. Welcome, and congratulations on taking this first step! I offer therapy to individuals (both adolescent and adult) and couples through Mellem Clinic, a psychodynamic practice located in Providence, Rhode Island. My approach is based on the belief that each person is resilient and inherently good. We are also all influenced by our unique personal histories and environments.
(401) 373-3155 View (401) 373-3155
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Joe Gray Vaughan
Counselor, LMHC, CYT
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906
Are you often overwhelmed by painful and unwanted thoughts, memories or emotions? Do these experiences interfere with your ability to engage in the activities you care about the most? If so, you've probably tried many different strategies to control or avoid your suffering. Perhaps you feel that your suffering is overwhelming and you cannot see a way out. The good news is that you are not alone, we all suffer and many, many people have found ways to transcend their pain and build better lives.
Are you often overwhelmed by painful and unwanted thoughts, memories or emotions? Do these experiences interfere with your ability to engage in the activities you care about the most? If so, you've probably tried many different strategies to control or avoid your suffering. Perhaps you feel that your suffering is overwhelming and you cannot see a way out. The good news is that you are not alone, we all suffer and many, many people have found ways to transcend their pain and build better lives.
(401) 417-4883 View (401) 417-4883
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Kelly Redmon Loo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Providence, RI 02901  (Online Only)
Additionally, I provide therapy to work through goals around stress, depression, chronic illness/ pain, burnout, unmasking, anxiety, and help clients through the complicated emotions surrounding late diagnosis.
Most of my clients come to me in a state of Autistic burnout, although they may not realize what it is at the time. Treating it as depression or anxiety can be counterproductive & only increases burnout symptoms. These clients are also typically seeking a late-diagnosis of ASD and figuring out the best way forward to meet needs that have been masked for years. As a neurodiverse-affirming therapist and diagnostician, I go through the diagnostic process with clients and afterwards we formulate therapeutic goals that are individualized for each person.
Additionally, I provide therapy to work through goals around stress, depression, chronic illness/ pain, burnout, unmasking, anxiety, and help clients through the complicated emotions surrounding late diagnosis.
Most of my clients come to me in a state of Autistic burnout, although they may not realize what it is at the time. Treating it as depression or anxiety can be counterproductive & only increases burnout symptoms. These clients are also typically seeking a late-diagnosis of ASD and figuring out the best way forward to meet needs that have been masked for years. As a neurodiverse-affirming therapist and diagnostician, I go through the diagnostic process with clients and afterwards we formulate therapeutic goals that are individualized for each person.
(571) 470-5374 View (571) 470-5374
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Rebecca Anna Samra
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Cumberland, RI 02864
Are you struggling with depression and feel like you can't control your mood? Are you trying to make changes in your life but aren't sure how you can actually implement the changes? Are you struggling to cope with day to day stressors? I have worked as a therapist for over 10 years with countless individuals and families to deal with these and many other issues. The diversity of my experience in working with people ranging from situational stressors, to mental health issues, to mental illness, to substance abuse has provided me with a solid foundation for my therapeutic work.
Are you struggling with depression and feel like you can't control your mood? Are you trying to make changes in your life but aren't sure how you can actually implement the changes? Are you struggling to cope with day to day stressors? I have worked as a therapist for over 10 years with countless individuals and families to deal with these and many other issues. The diversity of my experience in working with people ranging from situational stressors, to mental health issues, to mental illness, to substance abuse has provided me with a solid foundation for my therapeutic work.
(401) 496-8842 View (401) 496-8842
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Noah Bogdonoff
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02906  (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
People tend come to my practice because they're looking for a collaborative, purposeful, and nonjudgmental space to work through social, emotional, or sexual issues they're tired of struggling with on their own. Many of my clients are LGBTQIA+ people who take comfort in the fact that I'm already knowledgable and experienced with queer issues. I also regularly work with people experiencing anxiety and depression, people recovering from abusive relationships, and people experiencing sexual difficulties including pain, dysfunction, and shame around their desires or behaviors.
People tend come to my practice because they're looking for a collaborative, purposeful, and nonjudgmental space to work through social, emotional, or sexual issues they're tired of struggling with on their own. Many of my clients are LGBTQIA+ people who take comfort in the fact that I'm already knowledgable and experienced with queer issues. I also regularly work with people experiencing anxiety and depression, people recovering from abusive relationships, and people experiencing sexual difficulties including pain, dysfunction, and shame around their desires or behaviors.
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Robert A Walker
Counselor, PhD, LMHC
Verified Verified
Providence, RI 02905
We offer specific expertise in the following areas: Couples issues, Parenting issues (including Foster-parenting, Step-parenting, and Adoption), Addiction, Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Chronic Pain, Anxiety Disorders, and Depressive Disorders, and Anger Management.
Robert A. Walker & Associates, Counseling and Consulting Center Inc, operated by Robert A. Walker offers individual, and family therapy as well as marriage counseling. We employ both male and female therapists, each offering their own unique perspective and expertise. We strongly believe that the success of therapy depends on the unique relationship developed between client and therapist. We work to ensure that our clients feel comfortable, supported, and understood.
We offer specific expertise in the following areas: Couples issues, Parenting issues (including Foster-parenting, Step-parenting, and Adoption), Addiction, Reactive Attachment Disorder (RAD), Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD/ADHD), Chronic Pain, Anxiety Disorders, and Depressive Disorders, and Anger Management.
Robert A. Walker & Associates, Counseling and Consulting Center Inc, operated by Robert A. Walker offers individual, and family therapy as well as marriage counseling. We employ both male and female therapists, each offering their own unique perspective and expertise. We strongly believe that the success of therapy depends on the unique relationship developed between client and therapist. We work to ensure that our clients feel comfortable, supported, and understood.
(401) 383-2200 View (401) 383-2200

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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.