Therapists in Bala Cynwyd, PA
Reinhild Draeger-Muenke
Psychologist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 (Online Only)
Consider this: "Pain is unavoidable, but suffering is optional!" If you are hurting right now, physically and/or emotionally, you may not believe that it is possible not to suffer.
You may have considered finding a therapist for a while, wondering whether it's worth the risk. Are you struggling with physical symptoms, feelings or behaviors you don't particularly like, but can't seem to control? Have you found it difficult to make changes in your life, although you have tried many times on your own? Are you dissatisfied with how your relationships are going? Perhaps you wish you could be a more effective parent? Or maybe you already know there is "stuff" you haven't wanted to touch on your own, but it's not going away......., and you are ready to invest in healing whatever hurts? Then therapy can help.
Consider this: "Pain is unavoidable, but suffering is optional!" If you are hurting right now, physically and/or emotionally, you may not believe that it is possible not to suffer.
You may have considered finding a therapist for a while, wondering whether it's worth the risk. Are you struggling with physical symptoms, feelings or behaviors you don't particularly like, but can't seem to control? Have you found it difficult to make changes in your life, although you have tried many times on your own? Are you dissatisfied with how your relationships are going? Perhaps you wish you could be a more effective parent? Or maybe you already know there is "stuff" you haven't wanted to touch on your own, but it's not going away......., and you are ready to invest in healing whatever hurts? Then therapy can help.
Patricia Colli
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004 (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, and unprocessed trauma have only kept you stuck. You want to thrive and feel like your life is moving in a better direction, that you have a purpose and that you’re no longer cycling through patterns that have only caused you more pain. You’re tired of feeling like you are going around in circles, feeling “stuck” but you're not exactly sure why or what to do. Maybe you can’t remember the last time you weren’t feeling anxious, exhausted, or doubting yourself. You’re curious about what a life full of intention, joy, and peace could be like but aren’t sure how to get there. I hear you; it’s time to transform.
Anxiety, depression, and unprocessed trauma have only kept you stuck. You want to thrive and feel like your life is moving in a better direction, that you have a purpose and that you’re no longer cycling through patterns that have only caused you more pain. You’re tired of feeling like you are going around in circles, feeling “stuck” but you're not exactly sure why or what to do. Maybe you can’t remember the last time you weren’t feeling anxious, exhausted, or doubting yourself. You’re curious about what a life full of intention, joy, and peace could be like but aren’t sure how to get there. I hear you; it’s time to transform.
Leah Brecher-Cohn
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bala Cynwyd, PA 19004
Sometimes life hands us difficult challenges. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I can help you find solutions to life's problems. In therapy you will learn how to heal and strengthen your relationship with yourself and how to create a more loving connection with your partner. I incorporate a mix of psychological, educational and spiritual approaches, including EFT and EMDR, to assist in the letting go of disturbing thoughts and feelings, daily relational conflicts and emotional distancing. It is deeply rewarding for me when clients come to experience themselves as confident and lovable, their partner safe and valuable.
Sometimes life hands us difficult challenges. As a Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience, I can help you find solutions to life's problems. In therapy you will learn how to heal and strengthen your relationship with yourself and how to create a more loving connection with your partner. I incorporate a mix of psychological, educational and spiritual approaches, including EFT and EMDR, to assist in the letting go of disturbing thoughts and feelings, daily relational conflicts and emotional distancing. It is deeply rewarding for me when clients come to experience themselves as confident and lovable, their partner safe and valuable.
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Miriam Franco
Psychologist, PsyD, MSW, MSCS
Verified Verified
Elkins Park, PA 19027 (Online Only)
In my practice with adults, I address a range of issues from emotional stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and relational issues. I also specialize in helping people cope with health conditions and chronic illness/pain. I incorporate a psycho-dynamic and relational analytic orientation to my work. I engage clients in a process of greater reflection and mindfulness and guide them to learn how to lower reactivity, stress and anxiety. I provide a holistic approach including reducing symptoms that limit quality of life and improving one's awareness of self-experiences that hinder greater personal freedom, growth and healing.
In my practice with adults, I address a range of issues from emotional stress, grief, anxiety, depression, and relational issues. I also specialize in helping people cope with health conditions and chronic illness/pain. I incorporate a psycho-dynamic and relational analytic orientation to my work. I engage clients in a process of greater reflection and mindfulness and guide them to learn how to lower reactivity, stress and anxiety. I provide a holistic approach including reducing symptoms that limit quality of life and improving one's awareness of self-experiences that hinder greater personal freedom, growth and healing.
Kelly N Craney
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, NCC, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19111
The majority of my clients are people who have struggled to find relief from traditional medicine (and traditional approaches to addressing complex ailments/struggles). I am grateful that these individuals find relief here. Many of my patients have been able to resolve complex challenges in just a few months of biweekly sessions. Areas of specialized care & success include, but are not limited to: trauma, chronic pain, nerve damage, complex medical conditions, grief, spiritual development, struggles with weight, stomach/GI issues, insomnia, anxiety, depression, medication intolerance, and some areas of addiction.
The majority of my clients are people who have struggled to find relief from traditional medicine (and traditional approaches to addressing complex ailments/struggles). I am grateful that these individuals find relief here. Many of my patients have been able to resolve complex challenges in just a few months of biweekly sessions. Areas of specialized care & success include, but are not limited to: trauma, chronic pain, nerve damage, complex medical conditions, grief, spiritual development, struggles with weight, stomach/GI issues, insomnia, anxiety, depression, medication intolerance, and some areas of addiction.
Maddie Quirk
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19144
I specialize in treating childhood trauma, chronic pain, adult children of alcoholics (ACOAs), post-traumatic stress disorder, and codependency.
With over a decade of experience in the mental health field I have worked with clients from all walks of life. While everyone is unique in their struggles, I believe that most suffering can be alleviated by addressing root causes such as early childhood traumas, nervous system dysfunction, and family of origin wounding.
I specialize in treating childhood trauma, chronic pain, adult children of alcoholics (ACOAs), post-traumatic stress disorder, and codependency.
With over a decade of experience in the mental health field I have worked with clients from all walks of life. While everyone is unique in their struggles, I believe that most suffering can be alleviated by addressing root causes such as early childhood traumas, nervous system dysfunction, and family of origin wounding.
Jen Huber
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19121 (Online Only)
Experiencing several significant losses and dealing with my own physical health issues earlier in life served to help me recognize a deep sensitivity for the pain that people carry. As a therapist it is imperative to me that I do not ask my clients to go somewhere I am not willing to go. I seek to create spaces that are safe, welcoming and stable for client's experiencing distress from past or present. As our nervous systems have created ways to adapt and survive, I believe in the exploration and healing from the deepest parts of ourselves.
Experiencing several significant losses and dealing with my own physical health issues earlier in life served to help me recognize a deep sensitivity for the pain that people carry. As a therapist it is imperative to me that I do not ask my clients to go somewhere I am not willing to go. I seek to create spaces that are safe, welcoming and stable for client's experiencing distress from past or present. As our nervous systems have created ways to adapt and survive, I believe in the exploration and healing from the deepest parts of ourselves.
Nita Laver
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
Are you tired of repeating old patterns that are holding you back in your life? Have you been feeling angry, empty, lonely stressed out and unhappy? Are you struggling through a transition or a loss or with the legacy of emotional, physical or sexual abuse? There are times in everyone's life when reaching out for and receiving help can make a real difference in resolving problems, easing pain and living a more satisfying life. In psychotherapy a safe place will be created in which to deal with and resolve the unhappiness you are experiencing.
Are you tired of repeating old patterns that are holding you back in your life? Have you been feeling angry, empty, lonely stressed out and unhappy? Are you struggling through a transition or a loss or with the legacy of emotional, physical or sexual abuse? There are times in everyone's life when reaching out for and receiving help can make a real difference in resolving problems, easing pain and living a more satisfying life. In psychotherapy a safe place will be created in which to deal with and resolve the unhappiness you are experiencing.
Kate Deatrich
Psychologist, PsyD
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Plymouth Meeting, PA 19462
I am an experienced psychologist who helps adolescents and adults overcome a variety of mental health and life challenges. I specialize in adolescent and adult survivors of abuse and trauma. This includes childhood abuse, sexual abuse/assault, complex PTSD, and medical trauma. Another specialty of mine is chronic pain and illness, including syndromes that are difficult to diagnose and treat. I also particularly enjoy working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community. Lastly, I provide psychological assessment for ADHD in adults, as well as IQ and personality/diagnostic testing.
I am an experienced psychologist who helps adolescents and adults overcome a variety of mental health and life challenges. I specialize in adolescent and adult survivors of abuse and trauma. This includes childhood abuse, sexual abuse/assault, complex PTSD, and medical trauma. Another specialty of mine is chronic pain and illness, including syndromes that are difficult to diagnose and treat. I also particularly enjoy working with folks in the LGBTQ+ community. Lastly, I provide psychological assessment for ADHD in adults, as well as IQ and personality/diagnostic testing.
Hallie Kushner
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Waitlist for new clients
I particularly enjoy being able to help with major transitions, both expected (such as career change) and unexpected (illness or loss).
People come to therapy with complicated feelings. For some, it's a welcome opportunity to share thoughts and feelings that might not feel okay to share elsewhere. Others might view therapy as a humiliating defeat, a sign that they have failed to "solve the problem" alone. I have worked with people at both ends of this spectrum and those in between. In spite of the range of attitudes that mark one's entrance into therapy, my experience tells me that those who give therapy a genuine chance to help them will be helped. This is true even for the most reluctant of beginners.
I particularly enjoy being able to help with major transitions, both expected (such as career change) and unexpected (illness or loss).
People come to therapy with complicated feelings. For some, it's a welcome opportunity to share thoughts and feelings that might not feel okay to share elsewhere. Others might view therapy as a humiliating defeat, a sign that they have failed to "solve the problem" alone. I have worked with people at both ends of this spectrum and those in between. In spite of the range of attitudes that mark one's entrance into therapy, my experience tells me that those who give therapy a genuine chance to help them will be helped. This is true even for the most reluctant of beginners.
Elizabeth Venart
Licensed Professional Counselor, MEd, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Flourtown, PA 19031
If you are a Highly Sensitive Person, you may struggle with self-doubt, overwhelm, and perfectionism. Your gifts of empathy, intuition, creativity, and depth may be overshadowed by these challenges. Working together, you'll deepen understanding and respect for how you're wired while gaining strategies to navigate relationships and the world with greater ease. Anxiety, depression, and reactions in the present may also signal unresolved pain from the past. As a Certified IFS Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant, we will focus on healing past trauma and easing inner conflict, so you can enjoy life today.
If you are a Highly Sensitive Person, you may struggle with self-doubt, overwhelm, and perfectionism. Your gifts of empathy, intuition, creativity, and depth may be overshadowed by these challenges. Working together, you'll deepen understanding and respect for how you're wired while gaining strategies to navigate relationships and the world with greater ease. Anxiety, depression, and reactions in the present may also signal unresolved pain from the past. As a Certified IFS Therapist, Certified EMDR Therapist and EMDRIA-Approved Consultant, we will focus on healing past trauma and easing inner conflict, so you can enjoy life today.
Elise Gaul
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102 (Online Only)
I am an experienced practitioner providing evidenced-based therapies including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, mindfulness and others for processing grief and trauma, lowering anxiety, reducing pain symptoms, and improving mood.
Are you feeling off balance or distressed physically and emotionally due to a recent loss, past trauma, or stressful life circumstances? You need to process your experience plus tools and practices to enjoy a healthy mind-- one that is that is present, focused, responsive, and resilient. Your life is precious. Now is the time to make it the best it can be with positive mind states, a sense of purpose, and connection. A healthy mind is the best predictor of a happy life!
I am an experienced practitioner providing evidenced-based therapies including EMDR, Internal Family Systems, Interpersonal Neurobiology, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, Hypnotherapy, CBT, mindfulness and others for processing grief and trauma, lowering anxiety, reducing pain symptoms, and improving mood.
Are you feeling off balance or distressed physically and emotionally due to a recent loss, past trauma, or stressful life circumstances? You need to process your experience plus tools and practices to enjoy a healthy mind-- one that is that is present, focused, responsive, and resilient. Your life is precious. Now is the time to make it the best it can be with positive mind states, a sense of purpose, and connection. A healthy mind is the best predictor of a happy life!
Lara Krawchuk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, MPH
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19102
Our Healing Concepts therapists are nationally recognized grief, traumatic loss, physical illness, religious trauma and attachment injury experts! We are highly skilled IFS practitioners and trainers with deep respect for the model.
Are you a teen, adult or young adult feeling sad, stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, hurt, or alone? Have you experienced a loss or life transition that is difficult to make sense of? Are you looking to try IFS? I understand the suffering and confusion caused by painful life experiences. No matter how big the hurt; I help clients see that healing and growth are always attainable! My team and I are passionate healers! We work collaboratively with you to create an effective healing experience tailored to your unique needs. Clients say we are compassionate, creative, courageous, open-minded and deeply connected. Help is near!
Our Healing Concepts therapists are nationally recognized grief, traumatic loss, physical illness, religious trauma and attachment injury experts! We are highly skilled IFS practitioners and trainers with deep respect for the model.
Are you a teen, adult or young adult feeling sad, stressed, overwhelmed, anxious, hurt, or alone? Have you experienced a loss or life transition that is difficult to make sense of? Are you looking to try IFS? I understand the suffering and confusion caused by painful life experiences. No matter how big the hurt; I help clients see that healing and growth are always attainable! My team and I are passionate healers! We work collaboratively with you to create an effective healing experience tailored to your unique needs. Clients say we are compassionate, creative, courageous, open-minded and deeply connected. Help is near!
Paula Bamgbose-Martins
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPCMH, LCPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19130 (Online Only)
We all, at some point, are (or have been) stuck in the quicksand of life. From dealing with difficult life transitions, relationship/family discords, anxiety, depression, creative/artistic distress, chronic pain/illness, as well as racial, gender, and sexual marginalization issues. I act as the sounding board and strong voice to help you become your most sufficient self. With almost a decade of expertise in mental health therapy, I am passionate and committed to being your “advocate” as we collaboratively identify the truth of your distress and help you heal.
We all, at some point, are (or have been) stuck in the quicksand of life. From dealing with difficult life transitions, relationship/family discords, anxiety, depression, creative/artistic distress, chronic pain/illness, as well as racial, gender, and sexual marginalization issues. I act as the sounding board and strong voice to help you become your most sufficient self. With almost a decade of expertise in mental health therapy, I am passionate and committed to being your “advocate” as we collaboratively identify the truth of your distress and help you heal.
Sarah Trotta
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, DSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19109
The world can be deeply cruel to many people, so I use a feminist and social-justice lens to understand the link between the nature of a person's pain and the oppressive systems they live within.
People often come to therapy with a precise problem to address, and sometimes people come to therapy with a general sense that they are not living their lives in a way that feels right or true. Therapy is useful in many circumstances; it’s an opportunity to understand and change painful patterns, to treat a mental health disorder, to heal from previous trauma, to process the impact of oppression, to mobilize oneself when feeling “stuck," and so much more. Whatever your reason for seeking treatment, I believe that therapy can help you create a life that holds more joy, connection, and purpose.
The world can be deeply cruel to many people, so I use a feminist and social-justice lens to understand the link between the nature of a person's pain and the oppressive systems they live within.
People often come to therapy with a precise problem to address, and sometimes people come to therapy with a general sense that they are not living their lives in a way that feels right or true. Therapy is useful in many circumstances; it’s an opportunity to understand and change painful patterns, to treat a mental health disorder, to heal from previous trauma, to process the impact of oppression, to mobilize oneself when feeling “stuck," and so much more. Whatever your reason for seeking treatment, I believe that therapy can help you create a life that holds more joy, connection, and purpose.
Garden Path Counseling, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, PsyD, LPC
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19130
Garden Path Counseling's focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. You can call or email us to set up a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your mental health needs and find out if one of Garden Path Counseling's therapists are right for you.
Garden Path Counseling's focus is to help individuals heal, energize, and become aware of their inner strengths. We achieve this by providing a neutral safe space, listening to your concerns, and customizing a treatment plan. We promise to be there for you every step of your journey. Our goal is to help you grow from your struggles, heal from your pain, and move forward to where you want to be in your life. You can call or email us to set up a free 15 minute consultation to discuss your mental health needs and find out if one of Garden Path Counseling's therapists are right for you.
Joy Slabaugh
Associate Mental Health Counselor, LACMH, MA, MS, CFP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19107 (Online Only)
Do you experience anxiety individually or in relationships? Do you react when you need to engage? Does your body tense when sex, money, or change are raised? These topics can be uncomfortable for many individuals and partners, especially when we are raised in a culture that shames discussing them. Maybe changes or transitions are presenting challenges and you seek ease. Maybe money is ruining friendships or creating tension with your partner. Maybe you experience sexual pain and are frustrated with how it impacts your romantic relationships.
Do you experience anxiety individually or in relationships? Do you react when you need to engage? Does your body tense when sex, money, or change are raised? These topics can be uncomfortable for many individuals and partners, especially when we are raised in a culture that shames discussing them. Maybe changes or transitions are presenting challenges and you seek ease. Maybe money is ruining friendships or creating tension with your partner. Maybe you experience sexual pain and are frustrated with how it impacts your romantic relationships.
Donna Liu
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Springfield, PA 19064
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in working with those who are struggling with life transitions, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, loss and grief, terminal illness, infidelity, abuse, chronic pain, spiritual pain, codependency, loneliness, depression and anxiety.
I am a L.P.C. with a MS degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling. I believe that it is helpful to bring your spiritual beliefs into the healing process. Starting psychotherapy is the beginning of feeling at home with yourself. It is a place where you can feel safe, grounded and secure, as you explore the difficult areas in your life that you may not want to face alone. Therapy can help you identify unhealthy thinking, and break destructive patterns, so you can make better choices. It also helps you to discover your own inner strengths that can bring deeper healings from within. We are all a work in progress!
I specialize in working with those who are struggling with life transitions, trauma/PTSD, relationship issues, loss and grief, terminal illness, infidelity, abuse, chronic pain, spiritual pain, codependency, loneliness, depression and anxiety.
I am a L.P.C. with a MS degree in Pastoral Care and Counseling. I believe that it is helpful to bring your spiritual beliefs into the healing process. Starting psychotherapy is the beginning of feeling at home with yourself. It is a place where you can feel safe, grounded and secure, as you explore the difficult areas in your life that you may not want to face alone. Therapy can help you identify unhealthy thinking, and break destructive patterns, so you can make better choices. It also helps you to discover your own inner strengths that can bring deeper healings from within. We are all a work in progress!
Samantha Urbanick
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Philadelphia, PA 19143 (Online Only)
I have worked with a broad range of clients in my career, helping to manage depression, anxiety, chronic illness, reentry after incarceration, healing from partner violence, and much more.
Healing from trauma, setting healthy boundaries, and caring for yourself in an unjust world are transformative, radical journeys, and I'm here to help guide you through them. I specialize in providing care based in a trauma-informed, liberation framework. I strive to create a space for all clients to feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe therapy is political and I don’t shy away from the impact that our government’s history, its policies, and practices have on our mental health. Together we'll explore the intersections of your experiences and identities as we work to reach your goals.
I have worked with a broad range of clients in my career, helping to manage depression, anxiety, chronic illness, reentry after incarceration, healing from partner violence, and much more.
Healing from trauma, setting healthy boundaries, and caring for yourself in an unjust world are transformative, radical journeys, and I'm here to help guide you through them. I specialize in providing care based in a trauma-informed, liberation framework. I strive to create a space for all clients to feel safe, seen, and supported. I believe therapy is political and I don’t shy away from the impact that our government’s history, its policies, and practices have on our mental health. Together we'll explore the intersections of your experiences and identities as we work to reach your goals.
Pamela Goffman Snyder
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, TEP, CIRT
Verified Verified
Philadelphia, PA 19103 (Online Only)
TESTIMONIAL. Prior to meeting Pamela Goffman I was desperately seeking a psychotherapist who could help me with my deep depression and feelings of emptiness and loneliness. For a period of five years I counseled with four different therapists to seek peace in my life. My life was a mess during my five year search, I had hit rock bottom. It had to be divine intervention that lead me to Pamela Goffman. While the four previous therapists talked me through my immediate issue(s), Pamela quickly identified the core of my pain and we began our journey of healing together.
TESTIMONIAL. Prior to meeting Pamela Goffman I was desperately seeking a psychotherapist who could help me with my deep depression and feelings of emptiness and loneliness. For a period of five years I counseled with four different therapists to seek peace in my life. My life was a mess during my five year search, I had hit rock bottom. It had to be divine intervention that lead me to Pamela Goffman. While the four previous therapists talked me through my immediate issue(s), Pamela quickly identified the core of my pain and we began our journey of healing together.
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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.