Chronic Pain Therapists in The Colony, TX

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Nicole Porter
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, MSW
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
There are many factors that can suggest treatment needs, including: •history of trauma (sexual/ physical/ emotional, abandonment, bullying, domestic violence, financial abuse, etc)•racial identity•medical complications (terminal illness, chronic, or pain),•bereavement, grief/loss, •mood and anxiety disorders •parenting, family and intimate relationships.
Hello, I am Nicole Porter, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and empowering space where you can bring your entire self into the room in order to allow healing. The foundation of my work is to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan. I combine Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, & Cognitive-Behavioral therapy modalities to efficiently address symptoms (either on a short-term or long-term basis) & meet your needs or goals. Whether you are in pursuit of growth and change.
There are many factors that can suggest treatment needs, including: •history of trauma (sexual/ physical/ emotional, abandonment, bullying, domestic violence, financial abuse, etc)•racial identity•medical complications (terminal illness, chronic, or pain),•bereavement, grief/loss, •mood and anxiety disorders •parenting, family and intimate relationships.
Hello, I am Nicole Porter, an experienced Licensed Clinical Social Worker with over a decade of experience. I will work with you to create a non-judgmental and empowering space where you can bring your entire self into the room in order to allow healing. The foundation of my work is to build a strong and trusting therapeutic relationship with individuals, couples and families across the lifespan. I combine Person-Centered, Psychodynamic, & Cognitive-Behavioral therapy modalities to efficiently address symptoms (either on a short-term or long-term basis) & meet your needs or goals. Whether you are in pursuit of growth and change.
(832) 240-7180 View (832) 240-7180
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Life Tree Counseling Center, Inc
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-S, CEAP, CIMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
We look at the whole person, not just symptoms. The possibility exists that you do not have a mental illness. Instead, it may be more of a mind-body-spirit incongruence. This can be generated by having a disconnected set of both thoughts and feelings, medication conflicts, deteriorating/ depletion body healing properties, sleep patterns, resulting in an inadequate relief from your life events. It can also be directly related to malnutrition, dehydration issues, and a lack of having a strong spiritual principles in your life. Other factors may be injection injuries, residual trauma, unresolved grief issues, just to name a few.
We look at the whole person, not just symptoms. The possibility exists that you do not have a mental illness. Instead, it may be more of a mind-body-spirit incongruence. This can be generated by having a disconnected set of both thoughts and feelings, medication conflicts, deteriorating/ depletion body healing properties, sleep patterns, resulting in an inadequate relief from your life events. It can also be directly related to malnutrition, dehydration issues, and a lack of having a strong spiritual principles in your life. Other factors may be injection injuries, residual trauma, unresolved grief issues, just to name a few.
(972) 234-6634 x2 View (972) 234-6634 x2
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Wade C. McDonald
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
It's time to live the life you want to live - and decide what that life looks like. I see adolescents and young adults (13-35) and specialize in anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues (including identity and family conflict), eating disorders, and chronic illness. Sometimes this might mean learning and practicing new skills to help you manage problems and obstacles; other times it may mean really exploring within yourself. Frequently, it means recognizing that negative thought patterns are getting in your way - and we can work together to find individualized solutions for you!
It's time to live the life you want to live - and decide what that life looks like. I see adolescents and young adults (13-35) and specialize in anxiety, LGBTQIA+ issues (including identity and family conflict), eating disorders, and chronic illness. Sometimes this might mean learning and practicing new skills to help you manage problems and obstacles; other times it may mean really exploring within yourself. Frequently, it means recognizing that negative thought patterns are getting in your way - and we can work together to find individualized solutions for you!
(214) 273-2340 View (214) 273-2340
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Shay Wilkinson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, CCM, ACHP-SW
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
I specialize in guiding individuals through the emotional challenges of post-breakup and post-divorce recovery. With years of experience, I've helped many clients rebuild their self-esteem and heal from past relationship wounds. My compassionate approach addresses the negative impacts of previous relationships, fostering resilience and promoting personal growth. Through evidence-based methods, I support clients in overcoming obstacles and developing a stronger, more confident sense of self.
I specialize in guiding individuals through the emotional challenges of post-breakup and post-divorce recovery. With years of experience, I've helped many clients rebuild their self-esteem and heal from past relationship wounds. My compassionate approach addresses the negative impacts of previous relationships, fostering resilience and promoting personal growth. Through evidence-based methods, I support clients in overcoming obstacles and developing a stronger, more confident sense of self.
(817) 904-3484 View (817) 904-3484
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Ryan Pope
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
Ryan Pope is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2021. Ryan is a person-centered clinician who utilizes aspects of CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness in her work with clients. She also has 3 years of experience working with eating disorders in both inpatient/residential treatment centers and PHP/IOP centers. Ryan works to create an environment filled with warmth, acceptance, and free of judgment. Everyone’s story is unique and challenging in its own way. Sometimes we need support in learning about ourselves and how to move through life’s difficult challenges.
Ryan Pope is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2021. Ryan is a person-centered clinician who utilizes aspects of CBT, DBT, ACT, and mindfulness in her work with clients. She also has 3 years of experience working with eating disorders in both inpatient/residential treatment centers and PHP/IOP centers. Ryan works to create an environment filled with warmth, acceptance, and free of judgment. Everyone’s story is unique and challenging in its own way. Sometimes we need support in learning about ourselves and how to move through life’s difficult challenges.
(469) 270-8635 View (469) 270-8635
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Joy Miller-Eugene
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056  (Online Only)
Joy Miller-Eugene is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas who has experience partnering with children, adults, couples, and families seeking help with a wide range of challenges that come with impairment of daily positive functioning. She received her B. S in Psychology and Child Learning and Development as well as her M. S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She utilizes relational, collaborative and solution focused approaches in order to best meet client need at the present time.
Joy Miller-Eugene is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of Texas who has experience partnering with children, adults, couples, and families seeking help with a wide range of challenges that come with impairment of daily positive functioning. She received her B. S in Psychology and Child Learning and Development as well as her M. S in Clinical Mental Health Counseling. She utilizes relational, collaborative and solution focused approaches in order to best meet client need at the present time.
(469) 283-6286 View (469) 283-6286
Diane Lindgren
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Carrollton and Plano, Texas. Work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, work issues, relationship issues, grief and loss, divorce recovery, anger, family of origin issues, and trauma. I believe in developing a positive and helpful partnership with clients during the therapy process. I believe each client should be treated with respect and dignity.
I am a Licensed Mental Health Counselor with a private practice in Carrollton and Plano, Texas. Work with individuals, couples, and families experiencing depression, anxiety, stress, work issues, relationship issues, grief and loss, divorce recovery, anger, family of origin issues, and trauma. I believe in developing a positive and helpful partnership with clients during the therapy process. I believe each client should be treated with respect and dignity.
(972) 665-6619 View (972) 665-6619
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Lisa Davisson, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I strive to create a caring, compassionate, understanding, and supportive environment where you can feel safe and comfortable enough to discuss your important issues. I deeply respect you and your inner resources and ability to move towards growth and wholeness. My goal is to help you mobilize your hidden strengths while affirming your ability to grow using a custom tailored approach that will best fit your needs and help you reach your goals. During our initial sessions we will work together to create a treatment plan and set goals for therapy.
I strive to create a caring, compassionate, understanding, and supportive environment where you can feel safe and comfortable enough to discuss your important issues. I deeply respect you and your inner resources and ability to move towards growth and wholeness. My goal is to help you mobilize your hidden strengths while affirming your ability to grow using a custom tailored approach that will best fit your needs and help you reach your goals. During our initial sessions we will work together to create a treatment plan and set goals for therapy.
(214) 919-5163 View (214) 919-5163
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Dr. Rachel Moore
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Colony, TX 75056
I believe healthy relationships are key to living a happier and more fulfilling life. There’s no denying that relationships are hard, especially when life throws unexpected obstacles our way. Relationships are complex, whether it be the relationship you have with yourself, or the ones with your parents, siblings, partner, family members, friends, or co-workers. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck. Perhaps you are feeling disconnected, frustrated, or unappreciated in your relationships. Or you might be on a journey of personal growth or seeking to strengthen your relationships, but are not sure where to start.
I believe healthy relationships are key to living a happier and more fulfilling life. There’s no denying that relationships are hard, especially when life throws unexpected obstacles our way. Relationships are complex, whether it be the relationship you have with yourself, or the ones with your parents, siblings, partner, family members, friends, or co-workers. Maybe you’re feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or stuck. Perhaps you are feeling disconnected, frustrated, or unappreciated in your relationships. Or you might be on a journey of personal growth or seeking to strengthen your relationships, but are not sure where to start.
(469) 809-4866 View (469) 809-4866
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Courtney Sanders
Pre-Licensed Professional, PhD
Verified Verified
The Colony, TX 75056
Adolescence and young adulthood are times of significant change and growth - it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Maybe you're feeling nervous, empty, or hopeless, and think life has lost its meaning. Or, you might be having a hard time relating to others, and aren't sure just where you fit in. When you feel stuck and unsure how to break free from unhelpful patterns, therapy can help. This can mean finding new ways of thinking about or coping with difficult experiences, or focusing on gaining insight into what motivates or challenges you. Therapy looks different for different people, and I can help you find what works best for you.
Adolescence and young adulthood are times of significant change and growth - it's easy to feel overwhelmed. Maybe you're feeling nervous, empty, or hopeless, and think life has lost its meaning. Or, you might be having a hard time relating to others, and aren't sure just where you fit in. When you feel stuck and unsure how to break free from unhelpful patterns, therapy can help. This can mean finding new ways of thinking about or coping with difficult experiences, or focusing on gaining insight into what motivates or challenges you. Therapy looks different for different people, and I can help you find what works best for you.
(469) 285-7243 View (469) 285-7243

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Melody Pruitt, LPC- Associate; Kathleen Mills-LPCS
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
Some of my current specialties are working with those currently dealing with anxiety/depression issues, suicidal ideations, self-harm behaviors, chronic pain, chronic illness (autoimmune disorders) and vaccine injuries!.
**I am currently accepting new clients!** My yearning passion and desire has always been to help others, in every way possible, and the characteristics a genuine counselor should have has always come naturally to me. Overall, mental health has such a negative stigma in our society but I have faith this perspective WILL change. My main priority is to walk side-by-side with each client as they navigate their way towards wholeness & healing (mind, body & spirit) while emphasizing the importance of growth and finding/implementing healthier ways to cope/positively maintain their mental health and life.
Some of my current specialties are working with those currently dealing with anxiety/depression issues, suicidal ideations, self-harm behaviors, chronic pain, chronic illness (autoimmune disorders) and vaccine injuries!.
**I am currently accepting new clients!** My yearning passion and desire has always been to help others, in every way possible, and the characteristics a genuine counselor should have has always come naturally to me. Overall, mental health has such a negative stigma in our society but I have faith this perspective WILL change. My main priority is to walk side-by-side with each client as they navigate their way towards wholeness & healing (mind, body & spirit) while emphasizing the importance of growth and finding/implementing healthier ways to cope/positively maintain their mental health and life.
(214) 817-4749 x315 View (214) 817-4749 x315
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Marian Zimmerman
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
I provide cognitive behavioral therapy, motivation enhancement, stress management, behavioral sleep medicine, chronic pain management, relaxation training, mindfulness practice, and psychological testing, as well as individual psychotherapy.
I take a whole body approach to health and illness with a focus on how the mind influences the body just as the body influences the mind. Anxiety, depression, and stress can impact health and exacerbate chronic pain, heart disease, insomnia, and other medical problems. However, addressing the emotional aspects of medical conditions can improve quality of life and physical health. Also, psychological principles can help enhance wellness and lead to lasting behavioral changes. As a health psychologist, I can help you emotionally cope with medical conditions, make healthy lifestyle choices, and learn skills to move forward with your life.
I provide cognitive behavioral therapy, motivation enhancement, stress management, behavioral sleep medicine, chronic pain management, relaxation training, mindfulness practice, and psychological testing, as well as individual psychotherapy.
I take a whole body approach to health and illness with a focus on how the mind influences the body just as the body influences the mind. Anxiety, depression, and stress can impact health and exacerbate chronic pain, heart disease, insomnia, and other medical problems. However, addressing the emotional aspects of medical conditions can improve quality of life and physical health. Also, psychological principles can help enhance wellness and lead to lasting behavioral changes. As a health psychologist, I can help you emotionally cope with medical conditions, make healthy lifestyle choices, and learn skills to move forward with your life.
(214) 935-3975 View (214) 935-3975
Carol Kimble
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75056
Dr. Kimble specializes in the interaction between physical and mental health in adults. Whether physical illness is causing emotional distress, or one's mental and emotional health is having a negative impact on their life, Dr. Kimble focuses on the whole person and how she can work with each individual to bring them closer to their goals. Dr. Kimble has had considerable experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, grief / loss, trauma, acute / chronic pain, and many other medical conditions.
Dr. Kimble specializes in the interaction between physical and mental health in adults. Whether physical illness is causing emotional distress, or one's mental and emotional health is having a negative impact on their life, Dr. Kimble focuses on the whole person and how she can work with each individual to bring them closer to their goals. Dr. Kimble has had considerable experience working with individuals suffering from anxiety, depression, grief / loss, trauma, acute / chronic pain, and many other medical conditions.
(469) 646-7741 View (469) 646-7741
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Jena Johnson Sternberg
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034
Jena offers an integrative counseling style that goes beyond traditional therapy. One will likely instantly feel comfort as a result of her warmth and authenticity. She provides a compassionate and supportive environment that fosters growth and healing. Jena has experience working with individuals who suffer with depression, anxiety, communication issues, women’s issues, chronic pain and trauma.
Jena offers an integrative counseling style that goes beyond traditional therapy. One will likely instantly feel comfort as a result of her warmth and authenticity. She provides a compassionate and supportive environment that fosters growth and healing. Jena has experience working with individuals who suffer with depression, anxiety, communication issues, women’s issues, chronic pain and trauma.
(469) 415-0871 View (469) 415-0871
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Kenneth F Wise
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Frisco, TX 75034
He specializes in the areas of depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, chronic pain and health problems, divorce adjustment, and the treatment of children and adolescents with behavioral and emotional problems.
Dr. Wise is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Frisco, Texas. He is a clinical assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Wise served for 7 years in the leadership of the Dallas Psychological Association culminating as President in 2010-2011. Dr. Wise has over 30 years experience working in the mental health field. He strongly believes that therapy is a cooperative process in which the therapist and patient work together for healing and change to occur.
He specializes in the areas of depression, anxiety, life transitions, relationship issues, chronic pain and health problems, divorce adjustment, and the treatment of children and adolescents with behavioral and emotional problems.
Dr. Wise is a clinical psychologist in private practice in Frisco, Texas. He is a clinical assistant Professor of Psychology at the University of Texas Southwestern Medical Center. Dr. Wise served for 7 years in the leadership of the Dallas Psychological Association culminating as President in 2010-2011. Dr. Wise has over 30 years experience working in the mental health field. He strongly believes that therapy is a cooperative process in which the therapist and patient work together for healing and change to occur.
(972) 665-7038 View (972) 665-7038
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Trudi Young Taylor
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD
Verified Verified
Frisco, TX 75034
Waitlist for new clients
I’m a licensed professional counselor, yoga teacher, and massage therapist who believes we all experience the world in a different way. No two people are the same, and neither are their problems. So, I favor a practical and flexible approach to helping my clients find solutions that fit best with their resources and constraints: as your coach, mentor, and advocate, I’ll help you generate motivation to create new behaviors, develop skills to sustain the behavior change, and gain wisdom to be the best you can be.
I’m a licensed professional counselor, yoga teacher, and massage therapist who believes we all experience the world in a different way. No two people are the same, and neither are their problems. So, I favor a practical and flexible approach to helping my clients find solutions that fit best with their resources and constraints: as your coach, mentor, and advocate, I’ll help you generate motivation to create new behaviors, develop skills to sustain the behavior change, and gain wisdom to be the best you can be.
(469) 373-8935 View (469) 373-8935
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Ashley Ann Abraham
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75056  (Online Only)
My goal is to cultivate a warm and inviting atmosphere, judgement free, and focused completely on your needs. Primarily, I work with adults who are going through life transitions, adult ADHD, and identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Through our work together, I'd like to help you navigate the difficulties of life by discovering that you are capable.
My goal is to cultivate a warm and inviting atmosphere, judgement free, and focused completely on your needs. Primarily, I work with adults who are going through life transitions, adult ADHD, and identify as a Highly Sensitive Person (HSP). Through our work together, I'd like to help you navigate the difficulties of life by discovering that you are capable.
(713) 766-5774 View (713) 766-5774
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Latreece Ross
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75056
LaTreece Ross is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. She has an Undergraduate Degree in Rehabilitative Services from the University of North Texas and a Graduate Degree in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. LaTreece is dedicated to helping clients find new ways to cope with everyday life as they reframe their thought patterns. During therapy, she incorporates multiple modalities of treatment into her practice to give each client a unique experience that meets their specific needs.
LaTreece Ross is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Texas who has been practicing since 2020. She has an Undergraduate Degree in Rehabilitative Services from the University of North Texas and a Graduate Degree in School Counseling and Clinical Mental Health Counseling. LaTreece is dedicated to helping clients find new ways to cope with everyday life as they reframe their thought patterns. During therapy, she incorporates multiple modalities of treatment into her practice to give each client a unique experience that meets their specific needs.
(469) 414-5130 View (469) 414-5130
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Beverly G. Dearing, MS, LPC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, BCPC
Verified Verified
Lewisville, TX 75056
You have within you the ability to overcome, adapt and improve complex circumstances. Sometimes all you need is a new perspective and a different approach. Do you continue to have emotional discomfort long after a traumatic event? Do you have difficulty sustaining relationships? Do you desire change in your current situation? I am a caring and nonjudgmental listener. If you or someone you love needs an experienced therapist, I would like to be of service to you.
You have within you the ability to overcome, adapt and improve complex circumstances. Sometimes all you need is a new perspective and a different approach. Do you continue to have emotional discomfort long after a traumatic event? Do you have difficulty sustaining relationships? Do you desire change in your current situation? I am a caring and nonjudgmental listener. If you or someone you love needs an experienced therapist, I would like to be of service to you.
(972) 961-7598 View (972) 961-7598
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Shae Martin
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lewisville, TX 75056
Taking a step to take care of yourself and work through hard things can be scary. I believe together we can work as a team to take you where you are ready to go. Offering empathy, acceptance, and a safe space for us to figure out your next step, together we can move forward. Humans are born trying their best and doing what they can to get by with the life they were given. It is because of humans’ innate sense to strive towards the good, that together we can use these same tools you have had all along to help you get to a place where you can thrive. I believe that I can be the person to help get you to that spot.
Taking a step to take care of yourself and work through hard things can be scary. I believe together we can work as a team to take you where you are ready to go. Offering empathy, acceptance, and a safe space for us to figure out your next step, together we can move forward. Humans are born trying their best and doing what they can to get by with the life they were given. It is because of humans’ innate sense to strive towards the good, that together we can use these same tools you have had all along to help you get to a place where you can thrive. I believe that I can be the person to help get you to that spot.
(214) 239-3241 View (214) 239-3241

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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.