Chronic Pain Treatment Centers in Los Angeles, CA
We are a multi-disciplinary, outpatient clinic providing state-of-the-art treatments for patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (also known as Clinical Depression), Anxiety, PTSD, OCD and other behavioral conditions. The Center’s Board-certified neurologists and psychiatrists also treat Chronic Pain, Tinnitus, Neuropathy, Aphasia and a variety of other neurological conditions. The TheraMind®Center is one of several owned and operated by TheraMind Services, Inc., a leading national provider of advanced, high technology, non-drug and non-invasive treatment options.
We are a multi-disciplinary, outpatient clinic providing state-of-the-art treatments for patients suffering from Major Depressive Disorder (also known as Clinical Depression), Anxiety, PTSD, OCD and other behavioral conditions. The Center’s Board-certified neurologists and psychiatrists also treat Chronic Pain, Tinnitus, Neuropathy, Aphasia and a variety of other neurological conditions. The TheraMind®Center is one of several owned and operated by TheraMind Services, Inc., a leading national provider of advanced, high technology, non-drug and non-invasive treatment options.
Led by Dr. Ronaye Calvert, a nationally acclaimed addiction specialist, along with a team of clinical specialists amounting to a maximum client to staff ratio of only 4 to 1, Revive Detox Center in West Los Angeles, CA is the ultimate launching point into truly integrative and sustainable sobriety. Unlike the traditional detox services included at some residential treatment centers, we offer an extensively customizable, medically-based detox for those needing a comfortable, yet professional setting in which to effectively transition from active addiction into lasting recovery. We offer the complete array of the latest in FDA approved treatments for those requiring detoxification from such drugs as; narcotic pain pills (i.e., Vicodin, Oxycontin, Percocet, etc), heroin, alcohol, Benzodiazepines (i.e., Valium, Xanax, etc.) and many others. We have fast become a leader and a barometer for excellence throughout Southern California, and rest assured that you or your loved ones recovery, safety and comfort are foremost, above all else!
Led by Dr. Ronaye Calvert, a nationally acclaimed addiction specialist, along with a team of clinical specialists amounting to a maximum client to staff ratio of only 4 to 1, Revive Detox Center in West Los Angeles, CA is the ultimate launching point into truly integrative and sustainable sobriety. Unlike the traditional detox services included at some residential treatment centers, we offer an extensively customizable, medically-based detox for those needing a comfortable, yet professional setting in which to effectively transition from active addiction into lasting recovery. We offer the complete array of the latest in FDA approved treatments for those requiring detoxification from such drugs as; narcotic pain pills (i.e., Vicodin, Oxycontin, Percocet, etc), heroin, alcohol, Benzodiazepines (i.e., Valium, Xanax, etc.) and many others. We have fast become a leader and a barometer for excellence throughout Southern California, and rest assured that you or your loved ones recovery, safety and comfort are foremost, above all else!
PCH offers a wide range of therapies such as, psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR, and other treatment modalities that emphasize the importance of noticing how psychological issues related to trauma are mirrored via sensations, pain, and tension in our bodies.
At PCH Treatment Center West Los Angeles, we offer a comprehensive day program, available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm. This program is ideal for clients seeking an intensive psychological treatment experience while living in their own homes or supportive living environments. Designed for individuals with psychological issues, our West Los Angeles program is for those who are struggling to navigate daily life and would benefit from a comprehensive program including daily individual psychotherapy and multiple psychotherapy groups, including the support of other clients experiencing similar challenges. It caters to those who need more comprehensive psychological support than traditional therapy can provide. We also help clients who self-medicate and are experiencing issues of dependency and substance use concerns.
PCH offers a wide range of therapies such as, psychodynamic, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, Somatic Experiencing, Sensorimotor psychotherapy, EMDR, and other treatment modalities that emphasize the importance of noticing how psychological issues related to trauma are mirrored via sensations, pain, and tension in our bodies.
At PCH Treatment Center West Los Angeles, we offer a comprehensive day program, available Monday through Friday from 8 am to 5:30 pm. This program is ideal for clients seeking an intensive psychological treatment experience while living in their own homes or supportive living environments. Designed for individuals with psychological issues, our West Los Angeles program is for those who are struggling to navigate daily life and would benefit from a comprehensive program including daily individual psychotherapy and multiple psychotherapy groups, including the support of other clients experiencing similar challenges. It caters to those who need more comprehensive psychological support than traditional therapy can provide. We also help clients who self-medicate and are experiencing issues of dependency and substance use concerns.
Bel Air Home Advanced Mental Health Treatment
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90049
Our multidisciplinary team consists of psychiatrist, neurologist, medical doctor, pain management doctor, psychologist and therapist.
Situated in world famous and highly coveted tranquil neighborhood of Bel Air, The Bel Air Home is a highly advanced residential mental health treatment program with expertise in treating complex psychiatric issues. We are physician operated program that is also licensed to provide highly advanced psychiatric treatment options such as ketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our philosophy is to minimize medications and provide one on one intensive treatment in an intimate small group environment. We service all adult ages and also offer specialty treatment tracts that address the unique needs of seniors, chronic pain sufferers. Treatment is provided to only 6 clients at a time to provide highly individualized attention. Unlike most programs that advertise for mental health but are really substance abuse treatment programs, we are proud to be one of the very few double certified true mental health programs in existence. We are licensed and certified for advanced mental health and crisis stabilization (which means our clinical program, staffing and services must be the most intensive and highest caliber) by both the California Department of Healthcare Services and DSS.
Our multidisciplinary team consists of psychiatrist, neurologist, medical doctor, pain management doctor, psychologist and therapist.
Situated in world famous and highly coveted tranquil neighborhood of Bel Air, The Bel Air Home is a highly advanced residential mental health treatment program with expertise in treating complex psychiatric issues. We are physician operated program that is also licensed to provide highly advanced psychiatric treatment options such as ketamine and transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS). Our philosophy is to minimize medications and provide one on one intensive treatment in an intimate small group environment. We service all adult ages and also offer specialty treatment tracts that address the unique needs of seniors, chronic pain sufferers. Treatment is provided to only 6 clients at a time to provide highly individualized attention. Unlike most programs that advertise for mental health but are really substance abuse treatment programs, we are proud to be one of the very few double certified true mental health programs in existence. We are licensed and certified for advanced mental health and crisis stabilization (which means our clinical program, staffing and services must be the most intensive and highest caliber) by both the California Department of Healthcare Services and DSS.
TTC provides a full continuum of adult and youth substance use disorders treatment services, including inpatient medical detoxification, residential detoxification, psychiatric stabilization, residential and outpatient rehabilitation, and an array of mental illness treatment services both inpatient and outpatient. We are also well versed in the care of those suffering from both mental illness and substance use disorders. TTC integrates behavioral health services into all our primary and specialty care clinics and integrates primary care into all of our behavioral health services. TTC provides services for mental illness to all age groups and provides supportive services that include housing, benefits assistance and transportation. Guided by population-health metrics and patient-centered care standards, TTC provides integrated services that are coordinated, comprehensive and team-based. All patients are screened and assessed for medical and behavioral health conditions, and receive whole person care guided by an integrated treatment plan.
TTC provides a full continuum of adult and youth substance use disorders treatment services, including inpatient medical detoxification, residential detoxification, psychiatric stabilization, residential and outpatient rehabilitation, and an array of mental illness treatment services both inpatient and outpatient. We are also well versed in the care of those suffering from both mental illness and substance use disorders. TTC integrates behavioral health services into all our primary and specialty care clinics and integrates primary care into all of our behavioral health services. TTC provides services for mental illness to all age groups and provides supportive services that include housing, benefits assistance and transportation. Guided by population-health metrics and patient-centered care standards, TTC provides integrated services that are coordinated, comprehensive and team-based. All patients are screened and assessed for medical and behavioral health conditions, and receive whole person care guided by an integrated treatment plan.
The Scott © is a renowned medical concierge, offering discreet and comfortable medical detox treatments, as well as care for other medical conditions, for clientele who demand privacy. As Seen In: The Hollywood Reporter, NEWSWEEK Magazine & More! We will accommodate you in your home, hotel, or a destination location. Our luxury medical concierge team(s) specialize in simple to complex, short-term to long-term medical detoxes including: Alcohol detox, opiate detox, pain-management detox, and other drug detoxes paired with licensed, credentialed, and top-flight board-certified medical teams worldwide. Medication therapy must be used when performing any medical or alcohol detox alongside holistic sensibilities. As a medical concierge, our team(s) will fly immediately to you. The Scott © has been awarded the World Accreditation Addiction Treatment Mark of Excellence © Medical Detox Accreditation. Please share your specific medical concierge needs with us. We are a Forbes Business Council Member, established in 2010.
The Scott © is a renowned medical concierge, offering discreet and comfortable medical detox treatments, as well as care for other medical conditions, for clientele who demand privacy. As Seen In: The Hollywood Reporter, NEWSWEEK Magazine & More! We will accommodate you in your home, hotel, or a destination location. Our luxury medical concierge team(s) specialize in simple to complex, short-term to long-term medical detoxes including: Alcohol detox, opiate detox, pain-management detox, and other drug detoxes paired with licensed, credentialed, and top-flight board-certified medical teams worldwide. Medication therapy must be used when performing any medical or alcohol detox alongside holistic sensibilities. As a medical concierge, our team(s) will fly immediately to you. The Scott © has been awarded the World Accreditation Addiction Treatment Mark of Excellence © Medical Detox Accreditation. Please share your specific medical concierge needs with us. We are a Forbes Business Council Member, established in 2010.
We use the most cutting edge medications and techniques to safely detoxify you of toxins and addictive substances under 24/7 professional care. When clients first arrive at Luxe Recovery they will go through the initial screening process and get admitted to the program. Your detox needs will be assessed and our MD will customize a detox program specifically for you. Detox may take anywhere from 3-7 days and during this process you will be closely monitored by our expert nursing staff with the supervision of the MD to ensure you receive the highest level of care.
We use the most cutting edge medications and techniques to safely detoxify you of toxins and addictive substances under 24/7 professional care. When clients first arrive at Luxe Recovery they will go through the initial screening process and get admitted to the program. Your detox needs will be assessed and our MD will customize a detox program specifically for you. Detox may take anywhere from 3-7 days and during this process you will be closely monitored by our expert nursing staff with the supervision of the MD to ensure you receive the highest level of care.
Get Well Behavioral Health isn’t your ordinary mental health treatment program. We care for a relatively small number of clients at any given time. This degree of exclusivity means that every person we treat has our full attention. This also means you will never feel like a number here. We take great strides to create a warm, nurturing environment conducive to healing and you’ll notice this from the moment you enter our doors. Whether it’s biology, trauma, or other life experiences that serve as the catalyst, sometimes our mental health isn’t where we’d like it to be. Depression, anxiety and trauma disorders are unfortunately cresting at the high water mark in our country right now. But there’s good reason for hope because people do get well — with the right kind of support. Get Well Behavioral Health is an outpatient mental health treatment program in Los Angeles that provides people with the support and insights they need to find their center again.
Get Well Behavioral Health isn’t your ordinary mental health treatment program. We care for a relatively small number of clients at any given time. This degree of exclusivity means that every person we treat has our full attention. This also means you will never feel like a number here. We take great strides to create a warm, nurturing environment conducive to healing and you’ll notice this from the moment you enter our doors. Whether it’s biology, trauma, or other life experiences that serve as the catalyst, sometimes our mental health isn’t where we’d like it to be. Depression, anxiety and trauma disorders are unfortunately cresting at the high water mark in our country right now. But there’s good reason for hope because people do get well — with the right kind of support. Get Well Behavioral Health is an outpatient mental health treatment program in Los Angeles that provides people with the support and insights they need to find their center again.
Westwind Recovery holds the belief that every life is valuable. Every individual has unlimited potential to effect positive change in our world. When one of us gets caught up in a substance use or mental health disorder, we lose our ability to bring our gifts to others. We lose our capacity to love, hope, help, and heal. We lose ourselves. It brings tragedy.
Westwind Recovery holds the belief that every life is valuable. Every individual has unlimited potential to effect positive change in our world. When one of us gets caught up in a substance use or mental health disorder, we lose our ability to bring our gifts to others. We lose our capacity to love, hope, help, and heal. We lose ourselves. It brings tragedy.
Sanctuary Treatment Center - Alcohol & Drug Rehab
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90048
Sanctuary Treatment Center is located in the beautiful San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. Our 42-bed facilities offer medical detox, inpatient rehab, residential treatment, executive-level programs, Veterans Track, as well as outpatient drug and alcohol treatment programs. We operate our own sober living and transitional living, plus a robust alumni aftercare program. Our intimate group setting fosters an environment where clients feel safe and comfortable. We assist our clients in finding long-term recovery. Sanctuary is a dual-diagnosis facility that addresses substance use, along with other mental health issues and disorders. Treatment plans are customized to meet individual needs. Our residential house for addiction treatment has a maximum of 6 beds, which provides the personal attention and dedication required to overcome an alcohol or drug addiction. We also offer a specialized track for Veterans.
Sanctuary Treatment Center is located in the beautiful San Fernando Valley of Los Angeles, California. Our 42-bed facilities offer medical detox, inpatient rehab, residential treatment, executive-level programs, Veterans Track, as well as outpatient drug and alcohol treatment programs. We operate our own sober living and transitional living, plus a robust alumni aftercare program. Our intimate group setting fosters an environment where clients feel safe and comfortable. We assist our clients in finding long-term recovery. Sanctuary is a dual-diagnosis facility that addresses substance use, along with other mental health issues and disorders. Treatment plans are customized to meet individual needs. Our residential house for addiction treatment has a maximum of 6 beds, which provides the personal attention and dedication required to overcome an alcohol or drug addiction. We also offer a specialized track for Veterans.
Hillcrest Adolescent Center (Insurance Accepted)
Treatment Center
Verified Verified
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Hillcrest Adolescent Treatment Center is CARF-accredited and provides compassionate, holistic residential treatment for teens struggling with mental health, eating disorders, and substance abuse. Nestled among the lush tropical foothills of Agoura Hills, CA, our exquisite residential facility provides a sanctuary for healing and rehabilitation. Our residence accommodates a maximum of six teens at a time, allowing us to offer highly personalized treatment programs that cater to your child's specific needs. Our serene estate, combined with our dedicated doctoral-level staff, creates the ideal environment for restoration and recovery.
Hillcrest Adolescent Treatment Center is CARF-accredited and provides compassionate, holistic residential treatment for teens struggling with mental health, eating disorders, and substance abuse. Nestled among the lush tropical foothills of Agoura Hills, CA, our exquisite residential facility provides a sanctuary for healing and rehabilitation. Our residence accommodates a maximum of six teens at a time, allowing us to offer highly personalized treatment programs that cater to your child's specific needs. Our serene estate, combined with our dedicated doctoral-level staff, creates the ideal environment for restoration and recovery.
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Ventura Recovery Center offers award-winning, full-service inpatient drug and alcohol treatment in Ventura County, California. We can help you find life-long freedom from addiction. Our treatment center offers a supervised environment, personalized treatment plans and loving medical staff. Our individualized 30, 60 and 90 day programs offer an extensive range of treatment options for substance abuse and dual diagnosis support in a lovely residential environment. We offer all levels of care including long term drug rehab, which has proven to be the best option for profound, lasting sobriety. Here, we guide you in making positive choices that lead to healthy, drug-free, and productive lives.
Ventura Recovery Center offers award-winning, full-service inpatient drug and alcohol treatment in Ventura County, California. We can help you find life-long freedom from addiction. Our treatment center offers a supervised environment, personalized treatment plans and loving medical staff. Our individualized 30, 60 and 90 day programs offer an extensive range of treatment options for substance abuse and dual diagnosis support in a lovely residential environment. We offer all levels of care including long term drug rehab, which has proven to be the best option for profound, lasting sobriety. Here, we guide you in making positive choices that lead to healthy, drug-free, and productive lives.
Welcome to the world renowned Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California, specializing in comprehensive residential and outpatient treatment for alcohol and other drug addiction in combination with co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, trauma or anxiety. At the Betty Ford Center, a multidisciplinary care team—psychiatrists, nurses, mental health therapists, addiction counselors—works in concert to develop your personalized treatment plan and synchronize all aspects of your care. Unlike most other drug treatment centers, our psychiatrists, medical staff and counselors are available on site to provide continuous care and address your needs as they arise. We also provide services, resources and support for your whole family’s well-being because we understand that families heal and grow best together.
Welcome to the world renowned Betty Ford Center in Rancho Mirage, California, specializing in comprehensive residential and outpatient treatment for alcohol and other drug addiction in combination with co-occurring mental health conditions such as depression, trauma or anxiety. At the Betty Ford Center, a multidisciplinary care team—psychiatrists, nurses, mental health therapists, addiction counselors—works in concert to develop your personalized treatment plan and synchronize all aspects of your care. Unlike most other drug treatment centers, our psychiatrists, medical staff and counselors are available on site to provide continuous care and address your needs as they arise. We also provide services, resources and support for your whole family’s well-being because we understand that families heal and grow best together.
Formerly known as The Desert Palms, Banyan Palm Springs, hidden in the California foothills, offers palm tree-lined landscapes, desert mountain views, and resort-like accommodations to give individuals a relaxing environment to focus on recovery from their addiction. Banyan uses an evidence-based personalized approach to care, with a combination of one-on-one counseling sessions, group therapy, and complementary recovery activities. We provide a full, meaningful schedule of therapies proven to effectively reduce relapse rates and promote long-term recovery. Banyan Palm Springs is the newest location to be added to the Banyan Treatment Centers family. With 14 locations nationwide, Banyan offers all levels of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With a plethora of unique programming, we are able to treat patients with the most effective custom treatment plan possible.
Formerly known as The Desert Palms, Banyan Palm Springs, hidden in the California foothills, offers palm tree-lined landscapes, desert mountain views, and resort-like accommodations to give individuals a relaxing environment to focus on recovery from their addiction. Banyan uses an evidence-based personalized approach to care, with a combination of one-on-one counseling sessions, group therapy, and complementary recovery activities. We provide a full, meaningful schedule of therapies proven to effectively reduce relapse rates and promote long-term recovery. Banyan Palm Springs is the newest location to be added to the Banyan Treatment Centers family. With 14 locations nationwide, Banyan offers all levels of care in addiction and mental health treatment. With a plethora of unique programming, we are able to treat patients with the most effective custom treatment plan possible.
We are open for anyone and everyone, via tele-health, throughout California. We are a non-profit community mental health organization providing professional counseling and psychotherapy to adults, youth, children, couples, families, and groups from all walks of life. In addition, we offer an array of innovative therapeutic programs and workshops, such as weekly support groups. All are welcome, and all services are provided on a true sliding scale basis ($20 - $120).
We are open for anyone and everyone, via tele-health, throughout California. We are a non-profit community mental health organization providing professional counseling and psychotherapy to adults, youth, children, couples, families, and groups from all walks of life. In addition, we offer an array of innovative therapeutic programs and workshops, such as weekly support groups. All are welcome, and all services are provided on a true sliding scale basis ($20 - $120).
Connect Wellness specializes in evidence-based intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) of individuals experiencing mental health conditions. We offer a group therapy track three evenings weekly. We specialize in utilizing evidence-based modalities ( i.e. CBT, DBT, mindfulness strategies) in the treatment of our clients.
Connect Wellness specializes in evidence-based intensive outpatient treatment (IOP) of individuals experiencing mental health conditions. We offer a group therapy track three evenings weekly. We specialize in utilizing evidence-based modalities ( i.e. CBT, DBT, mindfulness strategies) in the treatment of our clients.
Whether your detox is mild or intense, you’ll experience some withdrawal symptoms, both physical and psychological, such as anxiety, depression, nausea and vomiting. When detoxing from Alcohol and Benzos (like xanax, ativan, and klonopin), more severe withdrawal symptoms can often even include seizures. At Pillars Recovery Detox, Medical Professionals will monitor our clients 24/7 for their own health and safety. They may also administer medications that ease some of the discomforts of withdrawal.
Whether your detox is mild or intense, you’ll experience some withdrawal symptoms, both physical and psychological, such as anxiety, depression, nausea and vomiting. When detoxing from Alcohol and Benzos (like xanax, ativan, and klonopin), more severe withdrawal symptoms can often even include seizures. At Pillars Recovery Detox, Medical Professionals will monitor our clients 24/7 for their own health and safety. They may also administer medications that ease some of the discomforts of withdrawal.
Our treatment team consists of caring professionals who possess a combination of clinical and firsthand experiences which guarantees an understanding, healing, educational and practical plan for recovery. The clinical staff at Viewpoint Recovery Center is dedicated to offer you the best possible treatment to meet your individualised goals. We work together to provide you with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to your care throughout your stay at Viewpoint. Your treatment team consists of the Viewpoint management team, Psychiatrist, your Primary Therapist, the Clinical Director, and support staff. The treatment team meets on a weekly basis to discuss your progress and recommendations for assignments that are tailored to help you address your treatment goals.
Our treatment team consists of caring professionals who possess a combination of clinical and firsthand experiences which guarantees an understanding, healing, educational and practical plan for recovery. The clinical staff at Viewpoint Recovery Center is dedicated to offer you the best possible treatment to meet your individualised goals. We work together to provide you with an interdisciplinary team dedicated to your care throughout your stay at Viewpoint. Your treatment team consists of the Viewpoint management team, Psychiatrist, your Primary Therapist, the Clinical Director, and support staff. The treatment team meets on a weekly basis to discuss your progress and recommendations for assignments that are tailored to help you address your treatment goals.
Pillars Recovery can function as a step-down program for individuals who already completed more intensive treatment programs, whether at our Residential program or transitioning from another program. For example, individuals who completed a residential treatment or partial hospitalization program may still want some support and guidance as they reintegrate back into their daily lives, which is most often recommended to ensure a successful recovery. An intensive outpatient program offers that transition of independence individuals need to return to their daily lives without risking a relapse by ending treatment too early.
Pillars Recovery can function as a step-down program for individuals who already completed more intensive treatment programs, whether at our Residential program or transitioning from another program. For example, individuals who completed a residential treatment or partial hospitalization program may still want some support and guidance as they reintegrate back into their daily lives, which is most often recommended to ensure a successful recovery. An intensive outpatient program offers that transition of independence individuals need to return to their daily lives without risking a relapse by ending treatment too early.
At HVRC, chemical dependency treatment and medical detoxification are provided in inpatient, outpatient, and long term residential settings. Our California addiction treatment program provides individualized care that offers a foundation for long term recovery. Our program provides a multitude of therapies to treat the physical, social, spiritual and psychological aspect of addiction. The treatment team at HVRC includes Physicians, Registered Nurses, Certified Counselors, and Adjunctive Therapists.
At HVRC, chemical dependency treatment and medical detoxification are provided in inpatient, outpatient, and long term residential settings. Our California addiction treatment program provides individualized care that offers a foundation for long term recovery. Our program provides a multitude of therapies to treat the physical, social, spiritual and psychological aspect of addiction. The treatment team at HVRC includes Physicians, Registered Nurses, Certified Counselors, and Adjunctive Therapists.
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Chronic Pain Treatment Centers
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.