Chronic Pain Therapists in Texas City, TX

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Gulf Shore Hypnosis
MS, CH
Verified Verified
Texas City, TX 77591
We also help people with fears and phobias, pain, self-esteem and confidence improvement, personal development, and changing habits.
Our ideal customer should be interested in learning how to take control and eliminate unwanted habits through hypnosis. People who are struggling with making their lives better or healthier, and know there is a better way. Lose weight with hypnosis - different, effective, and practical. Make your weight loss aggravation disappear with hypnotic weight loss. It's the one you will do. Quit smoking with hypnosis. Our smoking cessation hypnosis program has helped thousands of people to stop smoking permanently. Stress be gone! Learn to relax, relieve, and release your stress and anxiety with hypnosis.
We also help people with fears and phobias, pain, self-esteem and confidence improvement, personal development, and changing habits.
Our ideal customer should be interested in learning how to take control and eliminate unwanted habits through hypnosis. People who are struggling with making their lives better or healthier, and know there is a better way. Lose weight with hypnosis - different, effective, and practical. Make your weight loss aggravation disappear with hypnotic weight loss. It's the one you will do. Quit smoking with hypnosis. Our smoking cessation hypnosis program has helped thousands of people to stop smoking permanently. Stress be gone! Learn to relax, relieve, and release your stress and anxiety with hypnosis.
(346) 209-4949 View (346) 209-4949
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Skyler Health (Counseling, Therapy & Evaluations)
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Texas City, TX 77590  (Online Only)
Skyler Health’s licensed and experienced therapists are available daily to help you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, grief, pain coaching and more.
Are you feeling depressed, sad, anxious, living with trauma, PTSD, pain, grief, insomnia or struggling with withdrawl symptoms. We can help. Skyler Health, is a leading provider of counseling, therapy and evaluations for mental health and pain. Skyler Health makes it easy to get counselor sessions scheduled rapidly and done remotely through a video or phone call. Comprehensive session report delivered within 24 hours with high clinical efficacy, personalized assessment, detailed evaluation and recommendations. You will see the benefits of our counselor lead sessions so that you can get back to life!
Skyler Health’s licensed and experienced therapists are available daily to help you with a range of issues including depression, anxiety, trauma, PTSD, ADHD, grief, pain coaching and more.
Are you feeling depressed, sad, anxious, living with trauma, PTSD, pain, grief, insomnia or struggling with withdrawl symptoms. We can help. Skyler Health, is a leading provider of counseling, therapy and evaluations for mental health and pain. Skyler Health makes it easy to get counselor sessions scheduled rapidly and done remotely through a video or phone call. Comprehensive session report delivered within 24 hours with high clinical efficacy, personalized assessment, detailed evaluation and recommendations. You will see the benefits of our counselor lead sessions so that you can get back to life!
(650) 585-0285 View (650) 585-0285
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Michelle Sitkowski
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Texas City, TX 77590
Therapy is often a difficult and personal journey that one enters for a variety of reasons. It provides an emotionally safe place for people to address and process life experiences while also offering valuable insight and perspective throughout their recovery.
Therapy is often a difficult and personal journey that one enters for a variety of reasons. It provides an emotionally safe place for people to address and process life experiences while also offering valuable insight and perspective throughout their recovery.
(409) 207-9264 View (409) 207-9264
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Matt Roth
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Texas City, TX 77590
I have a broad experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, addressing a wide range of concerns. My current client base spans from late childhood and early adolescence to adulthood, encompassing issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, social challenges, repetitive/compulsive behaviors, disorders of the gut-brain interactions, and adaptive skill development. I work with both individuals and parents, and I have extensive expertise in supporting neurodiverse individuals (ASD, ADHD, NVLD, SCD). Please visit my website at drmattroth.com
I have a broad experience working with clients from diverse backgrounds, addressing a wide range of concerns. My current client base spans from late childhood and early adolescence to adulthood, encompassing issues such as anxiety, mood disorders, social challenges, repetitive/compulsive behaviors, disorders of the gut-brain interactions, and adaptive skill development. I work with both individuals and parents, and I have extensive expertise in supporting neurodiverse individuals (ASD, ADHD, NVLD, SCD). Please visit my website at drmattroth.com
(646) 736-4534 View (646) 736-4534
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Positive Psychology by Zion Technology
Counselor, PPP
Verified Verified
Texas City, TX 77590  (Online Only)
Experience Peace through Mindfulness! With expert personal support- increase happiness enjoy life open your creativity & unlock your potential. Resources- meditation and sleep exercise, clinical studies character strength survey. free 15 minute consultation also learn to organize thoughts and emotions, achieve goals with resilience, overcome irrational thoughts, denial and avoidance & replace with acceptance and action, experience spiritual growth and maturity, combat depression irrational thoughts and sadness. Increase communication skills with others also relationships. Learn techniques to increase happiness and achieve your goals
Experience Peace through Mindfulness! With expert personal support- increase happiness enjoy life open your creativity & unlock your potential. Resources- meditation and sleep exercise, clinical studies character strength survey. free 15 minute consultation also learn to organize thoughts and emotions, achieve goals with resilience, overcome irrational thoughts, denial and avoidance & replace with acceptance and action, experience spiritual growth and maturity, combat depression irrational thoughts and sadness. Increase communication skills with others also relationships. Learn techniques to increase happiness and achieve your goals
(541) 262-0799 View (541) 262-0799

More Therapists Nearby

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Bridges West
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Santa Fe, TX 77510
My expertise spans coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hi there—so nice to meet you! I'm Bridges, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of environments. From working in a medical setting to parenting support, I am here to help support you through all of life's challenges. I prioritize the client-therapist relationship, viewing it as sacred. My holistic therapy approach celebrates your uniqueness, leveraging your strengths and resilience.
My expertise spans coping with chronic illness, anxiety, depression, and relationship challenges.
Hi there—so nice to meet you! I'm Bridges, a Licensed Clinical Social Worker in Texas with extensive experience working with children, teens, and adults in a variety of environments. From working in a medical setting to parenting support, I am here to help support you through all of life's challenges. I prioritize the client-therapist relationship, viewing it as sacred. My holistic therapy approach celebrates your uniqueness, leveraging your strengths and resilience.
(430) 245-5989 View (430) 245-5989
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Galveston Counseling for Wellness
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CGP
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do With Your one wild and precious life? " - from Mary Oliver's The Summer Day Tammy S. Fountain, M.A., LPC-S is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor who has provided services to people of all ages in the Galveston-Houston area for over decades. She has worked with children, adolescents and adults with emotional, physical and spiritual struggles inpatient and outpatient facilities, including Shriners' Burns Hospital, UTMB Children's Hospital, The Menninger Clinic's Professionals in Crisis Program, Teen and Family Services (addictions), Art Bridge Houston and in a private practice.
"Tell me, what is it you plan to do With Your one wild and precious life? " - from Mary Oliver's The Summer Day Tammy S. Fountain, M.A., LPC-S is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor who has provided services to people of all ages in the Galveston-Houston area for over decades. She has worked with children, adolescents and adults with emotional, physical and spiritual struggles inpatient and outpatient facilities, including Shriners' Burns Hospital, UTMB Children's Hospital, The Menninger Clinic's Professionals in Crisis Program, Teen and Family Services (addictions), Art Bridge Houston and in a private practice.
(409) 205-1502 View (409) 205-1502
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Jennifer G. Ferguson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
TEENS, ADULTS, COUPLES: IN PERSON APPTS AVAILABLE. We live in a world of upheaval, difficulties that can be challenging for even the healthiest Teen, Adult, and Couple. Do you have the ability to cope when life begins to unravel, family breaks down, and anxiety takes over? I am here to listen, support you where you are, and collaborate on new ways to live positively, without anxiety, depression or even addiction. Clients are looking for practical, real life solutions that can be used in real life settings. I provide a supportive, caring, "authentic" therapy environment, through a great counseling relationship with my clients.
TEENS, ADULTS, COUPLES: IN PERSON APPTS AVAILABLE. We live in a world of upheaval, difficulties that can be challenging for even the healthiest Teen, Adult, and Couple. Do you have the ability to cope when life begins to unravel, family breaks down, and anxiety takes over? I am here to listen, support you where you are, and collaborate on new ways to live positively, without anxiety, depression or even addiction. Clients are looking for practical, real life solutions that can be used in real life settings. I provide a supportive, caring, "authentic" therapy environment, through a great counseling relationship with my clients.
(832) 280-1579 View (832) 280-1579
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Cynthia Sierra
Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Dickinson, TX 77539
Waitlist for new clients
My philosophy of helping is one of partnership. Looking beyond diagnosis, you are the expert in your life, and I will work to understand your lifestyle, delve deep into issues, and set therapeutic goals accordingly. The probing may be hard, but my hope is that you will find the understanding that will lead to inner peace.
My philosophy of helping is one of partnership. Looking beyond diagnosis, you are the expert in your life, and I will work to understand your lifestyle, delve deep into issues, and set therapeutic goals accordingly. The probing may be hard, but my hope is that you will find the understanding that will lead to inner peace.
(832) 979-8948 View (832) 979-8948
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Julie Tollu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77551  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with feeling misunderstood, sad, frustrated, or lonely due to marital or relationship issues? Do you sometimes go to bed feeling like the person next to you is becoming more and more like a stranger? By dedicating time to work on your relationship’s emotional well-being, you can create a space to develop insights and deepen your connection with your partner. Through a few sessions, you’ll work on rebuilding trust and improving listening skills for conflict resolution. I can help you balance your time together and foster communication for the benefit of both individual and relationship growth.
Do you struggle with feeling misunderstood, sad, frustrated, or lonely due to marital or relationship issues? Do you sometimes go to bed feeling like the person next to you is becoming more and more like a stranger? By dedicating time to work on your relationship’s emotional well-being, you can create a space to develop insights and deepen your connection with your partner. Through a few sessions, you’ll work on rebuilding trust and improving listening skills for conflict resolution. I can help you balance your time together and foster communication for the benefit of both individual and relationship growth.
(737) 352-4140 View (737) 352-4140
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Tymme Reyes-McCallister
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
Hi there! My name is Marynna Tymme Reyes-McCallister (License 90835). Everyone calls me by my middle name - Tymme (Time). Life can be hard and overwhelming some days. You don't have to tackle these challenges alone! I strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment to clients where we can process current stressors, trauma, and other things that might be occurring in your day-to-day life. I have experience working with children, teens, individuals, families and groups.
Hi there! My name is Marynna Tymme Reyes-McCallister (License 90835). Everyone calls me by my middle name - Tymme (Time). Life can be hard and overwhelming some days. You don't have to tackle these challenges alone! I strive to provide a safe and welcoming environment to clients where we can process current stressors, trauma, and other things that might be occurring in your day-to-day life. I have experience working with children, teens, individuals, families and groups.
(346) 680-1613 View (346) 680-1613
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Lipar Counseling and Therapy
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, LCDC, CART
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS/NEXT DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. Primary focus will be on the mending and healing process of individuals suffering from Substance Abuse issues including alcohol in a warm and caring environment. FREE ONE ON ONE CONSULTATION/SLIDING SCALE ACCOMODATIONS.
ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS/NEXT DAY APPOINTMENTS AVAILABLE. Primary focus will be on the mending and healing process of individuals suffering from Substance Abuse issues including alcohol in a warm and caring environment. FREE ONE ON ONE CONSULTATION/SLIDING SCALE ACCOMODATIONS.
(832) 664-7421 View (832) 664-7421
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Family Service Center of Galveston County
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Dickinson, TX 77539
Family Service Center is a counseling agency in Galveston County serving individuals of all ages and their families. FSC also collaborates and provides services at multiple community-based settings to best serve client needs. FSC employs a professional staff of skilled clinicians who hold degrees in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or closely related disciplines. Our clinicians join clients in identifying solutions to meet and respond to life's challenges. FSC's programs include the Individual and Family Program, the Juvenile Justice/Oasis Program, the STAR Program, the Community Support Services Program, Prevention and Outreach Services, and Victim Support Services.
Family Service Center is a counseling agency in Galveston County serving individuals of all ages and their families. FSC also collaborates and provides services at multiple community-based settings to best serve client needs. FSC employs a professional staff of skilled clinicians who hold degrees in Psychology, Social Work, Counseling or closely related disciplines. Our clinicians join clients in identifying solutions to meet and respond to life's challenges. FSC's programs include the Individual and Family Program, the Juvenile Justice/Oasis Program, the STAR Program, the Community Support Services Program, Prevention and Outreach Services, and Victim Support Services.
(281) 576-6366 View (281) 576-6366
Photo of Veronica Meza-Hernandez, LCSW-S, BCD, BC-TMH, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Veronica Meza-Hernandez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, BCD, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Galveston, TX 77551
Not accepting new clients
For over 15 years, I have helped children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families cope with life's adversities, changes and significant events that can have a lasting emotional impact. This includes school issues, peer conflict/bullying, low self esteem, grief/loss, relational and family conflict, divorce, parenting and co-parenting, coping with illnesses, abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors and more. I truly believe that given the right type of treatment at a young age a person can overcome adversities and prevent long term negative effects.
For over 15 years, I have helped children, adolescents, young adults, parents, and families cope with life's adversities, changes and significant events that can have a lasting emotional impact. This includes school issues, peer conflict/bullying, low self esteem, grief/loss, relational and family conflict, divorce, parenting and co-parenting, coping with illnesses, abuse, trauma, depression, anxiety, suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors and more. I truly believe that given the right type of treatment at a young age a person can overcome adversities and prevent long term negative effects.
(281) 784-3815 View (281) 784-3815

Online Therapists

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Jennifer Uherek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, DCSW
Verified Verified
Hockley, TX 77447
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families experience positive life change. I treat a wide variety of issues, and hold a special place in my heart for those with deeply rooted pain and injuries from childhood trauma and or sexual abuse and am honored to share in the healing journey as we learn not just to survive, but to thrive! Some of the other issues I treat include Dissociative disorders, codependency, Attachment issues, Behavioral issues, Depression and Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Divorce, Grief, Sexuality/gender related issues, self-esteem.
I am a Clinical Social Worker and Psychotherapist with 25+ years of experience helping individuals, couples and families experience positive life change. I treat a wide variety of issues, and hold a special place in my heart for those with deeply rooted pain and injuries from childhood trauma and or sexual abuse and am honored to share in the healing journey as we learn not just to survive, but to thrive! Some of the other issues I treat include Dissociative disorders, codependency, Attachment issues, Behavioral issues, Depression and Bipolar Disorder, Anxiety, Impulsivity, Divorce, Grief, Sexuality/gender related issues, self-esteem.
(832) 501-2655 View (832) 501-2655
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Dr. Kristin Calverley
Psychologist, PhD, PMH-C
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77007  (Online Only)
I offer evidence-based and customized treatment for anxiety, OCD, chronic illness, and pregnancy and postpartum concerns including loss, PPD, PPA, birth trauma, and PPOCD.
You're a high-achieving professional or mom who's getting bogged down by your tendency to over-think things. You realize your thoughts are irrational, but can’t get them out of your head. I help moms who are overwhelmed, numb, disconnected, struggling to juggle everything (aka supermom syndrome), or more irritable with others. You feel afraid, guilty, alone, and no longer recognize yourself. You may be having scary thoughts about your baby and are afraid to tell anyone. Others have no clue you're struggling in this way and you're just trying to keep it together.
I offer evidence-based and customized treatment for anxiety, OCD, chronic illness, and pregnancy and postpartum concerns including loss, PPD, PPA, birth trauma, and PPOCD.
You're a high-achieving professional or mom who's getting bogged down by your tendency to over-think things. You realize your thoughts are irrational, but can’t get them out of your head. I help moms who are overwhelmed, numb, disconnected, struggling to juggle everything (aka supermom syndrome), or more irritable with others. You feel afraid, guilty, alone, and no longer recognize yourself. You may be having scary thoughts about your baby and are afraid to tell anyone. Others have no clue you're struggling in this way and you're just trying to keep it together.
(832) 753-5716 View (832) 753-5716
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Erin Provost
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Houston, TX 77058
If you are tired of dealing with your pain alone and are looking for a skilled professional to help you maintain a healthy balance in your life I can help you find the solutions.
Have things become harder for you to handle lately? Are you struggling with managing your emotions? Often the ways we've been coping no longer work and it becomes necessary to develop better ways of handling our emotions. Fortunately, you don't have to work through it alone.
If you are tired of dealing with your pain alone and are looking for a skilled professional to help you maintain a healthy balance in your life I can help you find the solutions.
Have things become harder for you to handle lately? Are you struggling with managing your emotions? Often the ways we've been coping no longer work and it becomes necessary to develop better ways of handling our emotions. Fortunately, you don't have to work through it alone.
(325) 603-9322 View (325) 603-9322
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Katherine Mattioli
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, CST
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77018  (Online Only)
Life is complicated. You may be feeling lost or overwhelmed right now. Having someone to talk to may be the difference between overcoming your challenges or letting them dictate your life. I work to create a warm, welcoming, and respectful environment so you can focus on finding solutions and having the life you want. Many of my clients, individuals and couples, are working on relationship and sexual issues. I also have experience working with people who are recovering from the trauma of physical illness and concerns.
Life is complicated. You may be feeling lost or overwhelmed right now. Having someone to talk to may be the difference between overcoming your challenges or letting them dictate your life. I work to create a warm, welcoming, and respectful environment so you can focus on finding solutions and having the life you want. Many of my clients, individuals and couples, are working on relationship and sexual issues. I also have experience working with people who are recovering from the trauma of physical illness and concerns.
(713) 234-6674 View (713) 234-6674
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Karen Waldman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sugar Land, TX 77479  (Online Only)
My specializations include couples and marital counseling, individual therapy, behavioral health (i.e., the mind-body connection), mindfulness training, stress management, values/goals clarification, LGBT issues, and hypnosis. Understandably, clients want results that are both fast and lasting, so I tend to use some type of brief, solution-focused model in my work. I also have considerable experience utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a method that is both quick and effective for relationship/family/parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic pain, guilt, insomnia, medical impairments, work stress, anger/resentment, smoking addiction, and many other difficult issues.
My specializations include couples and marital counseling, individual therapy, behavioral health (i.e., the mind-body connection), mindfulness training, stress management, values/goals clarification, LGBT issues, and hypnosis. Understandably, clients want results that are both fast and lasting, so I tend to use some type of brief, solution-focused model in my work. I also have considerable experience utilizing Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), a method that is both quick and effective for relationship/family/parenting problems, depression, anxiety, grief and loss, chronic pain, guilt, insomnia, medical impairments, work stress, anger/resentment, smoking addiction, and many other difficult issues.
(713) 766-4375 View (713) 766-4375
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Carolyn Clansy Miller
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Missouri City, TX 77459
No one is immune to life-challenges and sometimes you need a professional who knows how to guide you through difficult circumstances compassionately, skillfully and efficiently. With nearly 20 years of experience providing individual, group, and couples therapy for children, adolescents and adults, I not only understand the many colors of pain, I also know pathways to healing. Because of my passion to help as many people as I can, I received broad-based training and have established a general practice focused on treating common conditions including depression, grief, anxiety, divorce, abuse, ADHD, marital difficulties, anger, infertility, childhood disorders, PTSD, and many others.
No one is immune to life-challenges and sometimes you need a professional who knows how to guide you through difficult circumstances compassionately, skillfully and efficiently. With nearly 20 years of experience providing individual, group, and couples therapy for children, adolescents and adults, I not only understand the many colors of pain, I also know pathways to healing. Because of my passion to help as many people as I can, I received broad-based training and have established a general practice focused on treating common conditions including depression, grief, anxiety, divorce, abuse, ADHD, marital difficulties, anger, infertility, childhood disorders, PTSD, and many others.
(281) 969-8235 View (281) 969-8235

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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.