Chronic Pain Therapists in Burleson County, TX

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Jim D Murphy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Caldwell, TX 77836
Are you overwhelmed with your chronic pain, a chronic illness, or other health challenges and aren't sure if anyone understands your concerns? Do you feel like a burden to your family and friends? Consider getting an ally who can help you find hope and more effectively manage your situation.
Are you overwhelmed with your chronic pain, a chronic illness, or other health challenges and aren't sure if anyone understands your concerns? Do you feel like a burden to your family and friends? Consider getting an ally who can help you find hope and more effectively manage your situation.
(979) 800-3070 View (979) 800-3070

Online Therapists

Photo of Delana Parker, Psychologist in Burleson County, TX
Delana Parker
Psychologist, Delana
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78701
I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults and their families to help them achieve fuller, healthier and happier lives. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and young adults coping with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, chronic pain, adjustment to health conditions and difficulties managing emotions.
I specialize in working with adolescents, young adults and their families to help them achieve fuller, healthier and happier lives. I particularly enjoy working with adolescents and young adults coping with anxiety, depression, perfectionism, chronic pain, adjustment to health conditions and difficulties managing emotions.
(737) 727-3636 View (737) 727-3636
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Sabrina Eads (Enteave Counseling)
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759  (Online Only)
Evening Availability! Therapy doesn’t look the same for every person. Sabrina gets that. She provides an individualized counseling experience that can be received from the comfort of your home, office, or other quiet personal space. Her sessions are 100% telehealth to save you time, frustration, and enhance your personal comfort. She regularly works with clients struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief/loss, chronic pain, and life transitions. She welcomes LGBTQIA+ clients enthusiastically and is polyamory- and kink-friendly. She is also body positive and is informed on health at every size (HAES).
Evening Availability! Therapy doesn’t look the same for every person. Sabrina gets that. She provides an individualized counseling experience that can be received from the comfort of your home, office, or other quiet personal space. Her sessions are 100% telehealth to save you time, frustration, and enhance your personal comfort. She regularly works with clients struggling with depression, bipolar disorder, trauma, grief/loss, chronic pain, and life transitions. She welcomes LGBTQIA+ clients enthusiastically and is polyamory- and kink-friendly. She is also body positive and is informed on health at every size (HAES).
(512) 790-6935 View (512) 790-6935
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Sydney Adams
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Not Verified Not Verified
1 Endorsed
Kingwood, TX 77339
I work with those in their late teens through geriatrics in individual, marital or family therapy. I thoroughly assess each client and work with their own unique circumstances and strengths to address their issues, resolve presenting problems and accomplish goals. I specialize in the treatment of issues including: mental illness, phase of life, grief and loss, reconciliation, divorce, adjustment to medical or mental health diagnosis, occupational, spiritual, trauma, abuse and women’s issues. Beyond my education and professional experience, I draw from a myriad of personal life experiences that have made me a better therapist.
I work with those in their late teens through geriatrics in individual, marital or family therapy. I thoroughly assess each client and work with their own unique circumstances and strengths to address their issues, resolve presenting problems and accomplish goals. I specialize in the treatment of issues including: mental illness, phase of life, grief and loss, reconciliation, divorce, adjustment to medical or mental health diagnosis, occupational, spiritual, trauma, abuse and women’s issues. Beyond my education and professional experience, I draw from a myriad of personal life experiences that have made me a better therapist.
(832) 906-4658 View (832) 906-4658
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Jessie Tirrell
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, BAS, TBRI
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78759
I've spent 19 years helping adults, families, and children face their anxiety, grow from their pain, and believe in themselves with warmth and no judgment.
Are you feeling stuck and ready to live like you again? Living with anxiety can be crippling. Watching your child struggle with anxiety locked away from your efforts to help is overwhelming. If your anxiety runs the show you know you miss out on friends, family, and unlocking your potential. If your child is struggling they may be having behaviors that you KNOW are not them but you can't seem to get a handle on. Anxious or traumatized kids are often acting out kids and getting them to talk about the real problems can feel impossible. If you're an adult with trauma you may not have learned how to do that either. You can be better.
I've spent 19 years helping adults, families, and children face their anxiety, grow from their pain, and believe in themselves with warmth and no judgment.
Are you feeling stuck and ready to live like you again? Living with anxiety can be crippling. Watching your child struggle with anxiety locked away from your efforts to help is overwhelming. If your anxiety runs the show you know you miss out on friends, family, and unlocking your potential. If your child is struggling they may be having behaviors that you KNOW are not them but you can't seem to get a handle on. Anxious or traumatized kids are often acting out kids and getting them to talk about the real problems can feel impossible. If you're an adult with trauma you may not have learned how to do that either. You can be better.
(682) 327-0469 View (682) 327-0469
Photo of Nicole T Williams, Licensed Professional Counselor in Burleson County, TX
Nicole T Williams
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78731
With compassion, wisdom, humor and a little rebellion we can help you integrate a life of meaning, joy, and connection while also having a chronic illness.
Struggling through life with a chronic or silent illness feels anything but silent. It's more like having an angry body that's screaming and out of control at the worst possible moments. Illnesses like Lyme disease, chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Epstein-Barr, or autoimmune disorders don't always come with support walks and wrist bands. And loved ones or the medical community don't always understand or know how to help. I know you're just about done with getting shuffled in and out of doctor's appointments, but hopefully you'll give me a chance.
With compassion, wisdom, humor and a little rebellion we can help you integrate a life of meaning, joy, and connection while also having a chronic illness.
Struggling through life with a chronic or silent illness feels anything but silent. It's more like having an angry body that's screaming and out of control at the worst possible moments. Illnesses like Lyme disease, chronic fatigue, Fibromyalgia, Epstein-Barr, or autoimmune disorders don't always come with support walks and wrist bands. And loved ones or the medical community don't always understand or know how to help. I know you're just about done with getting shuffled in and out of doctor's appointments, but hopefully you'll give me a chance.
(512) 456-9498 View (512) 456-9498
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Sheryl Boyle
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, BSP, EMDR, PPNE
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
The Woodlands, TX 77380  (Online Only)
Anxiety, depression, grief, & chronic pain are experienced by many people. We know that continual stress negatively impacts our health, families, relationships, & jobs. Counseling can help you release the hurt, anger, pain, & sorrow to reveal the amazing you that has been hidden beneath the emotional turmoil. Integrative & non-pharmaceutical interventions, including learning new coping skills, support you in finding the path to the person you want to be. Counseling is a journey well worth taking, offering gifts in the process, often including revitalizing new meaning & purpose in your life.
Anxiety, depression, grief, & chronic pain are experienced by many people. We know that continual stress negatively impacts our health, families, relationships, & jobs. Counseling can help you release the hurt, anger, pain, & sorrow to reveal the amazing you that has been hidden beneath the emotional turmoil. Integrative & non-pharmaceutical interventions, including learning new coping skills, support you in finding the path to the person you want to be. Counseling is a journey well worth taking, offering gifts in the process, often including revitalizing new meaning & purpose in your life.
(281) 730-5390 View (281) 730-5390
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Michelle E Rodriguez
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
Georgetown, TX 78628
Waitlist for new clients
We are all a work in progress. Maybe you are… struggling with communication and conflict, feeling overwhelmed by grief and pain, looking to find fulfillment in your life, don't know who you or your partner is anymore, wondering how to address past issues/traumas with your partner, feeling burdened by life and choices, or want to foster more meaningful relationships... Maybe none of these fit you, but instead, you have other reasons for looking for a therapist that focuses on relationships. I am here to help you along that path.
We are all a work in progress. Maybe you are… struggling with communication and conflict, feeling overwhelmed by grief and pain, looking to find fulfillment in your life, don't know who you or your partner is anymore, wondering how to address past issues/traumas with your partner, feeling burdened by life and choices, or want to foster more meaningful relationships... Maybe none of these fit you, but instead, you have other reasons for looking for a therapist that focuses on relationships. I am here to help you along that path.
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Ashlie Llorens
Psychologist, PhD, LSSP
Verified Verified
Pearland, TX 77584
Llorens is highly skilled at treating a wide range of conditions and problems including but not limited to depression, anxiety, OCD, chronic pain, adjustment, and academic difficulties.
Dr. Llorens provides evidence-based care, emphasizing a direct, caring style. She is genuine, honest, and approachable. Dr. Llorens uses relatable and practical approaches based in the principles of cognitive behavior therapy, behavior modification, mindfulness, and acceptance commitment therapy. In addition to in-person care, Dr. Llorens practices Telepsychology in 22 U.S. states as a PSYPACT approved psychologist; E. Passport mobility #7452. Renewal Date: 7/6/2022
Llorens is highly skilled at treating a wide range of conditions and problems including but not limited to depression, anxiety, OCD, chronic pain, adjustment, and academic difficulties.
Dr. Llorens provides evidence-based care, emphasizing a direct, caring style. She is genuine, honest, and approachable. Dr. Llorens uses relatable and practical approaches based in the principles of cognitive behavior therapy, behavior modification, mindfulness, and acceptance commitment therapy. In addition to in-person care, Dr. Llorens practices Telepsychology in 22 U.S. states as a PSYPACT approved psychologist; E. Passport mobility #7452. Renewal Date: 7/6/2022
(713) 804-7639 View (713) 804-7639
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James Flowers
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD , LPC-S
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77024
For nearly three decades, Dr. James Flowers has been one of the most recognized and respected names in chronic pain, addiction, and pain recovery. He is often a contributing mental health expert for local and national news networks, NBC LX and ABC13 Houston. With his broad educational background and extensive experience in evaluating and treating mental health, chronic pain, and co-occurring addiction, he is recognized as an expert. He developed mental health, pain, and addiction recovery programs for some of the country’s best-known healthcare and addiction treatment centers.
For nearly three decades, Dr. James Flowers has been one of the most recognized and respected names in chronic pain, addiction, and pain recovery. He is often a contributing mental health expert for local and national news networks, NBC LX and ABC13 Houston. With his broad educational background and extensive experience in evaluating and treating mental health, chronic pain, and co-occurring addiction, he is recognized as an expert. He developed mental health, pain, and addiction recovery programs for some of the country’s best-known healthcare and addiction treatment centers.
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Leander Counseling & Art Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-AT, ATR-BC, CIMHP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Leander, TX 78641
Waitlist for new clients
Board certified art therapist providing emotion-focused, creativity-centered therapies. I specialize in Integrative Mental Health and MH nutrition psychoeducational services, and work with teens and adults, creatives, empaths, highly sensitive people, and those with chronic pain/illness. Treatment at LCA can help you cope with stress, feel supported through changes, develop skills for communication and emotional regulation, optimize nutrition and wellness, create meaning and find hope for the future. No experience in art is necessary to benefit, you only need the willingness to express yourself and engage in the creative process.
Board certified art therapist providing emotion-focused, creativity-centered therapies. I specialize in Integrative Mental Health and MH nutrition psychoeducational services, and work with teens and adults, creatives, empaths, highly sensitive people, and those with chronic pain/illness. Treatment at LCA can help you cope with stress, feel supported through changes, develop skills for communication and emotional regulation, optimize nutrition and wellness, create meaning and find hope for the future. No experience in art is necessary to benefit, you only need the willingness to express yourself and engage in the creative process.
(512) 649-0287 View (512) 649-0287
Photo of Garrett Lathan, Licensed Professional Counselor in Burleson County, TX
Garrett Lathan
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78750
Pain, mental suffering, and relational anguish are a part of life. The question is, what are these experiences saying for you? Desire might be inhibited, hidden by anxiety, or revealed through a symptom, but living without it seems impossible. Psychoanalysis is the process of finding out how to live with what cannot be lived without.
Pain, mental suffering, and relational anguish are a part of life. The question is, what are these experiences saying for you? Desire might be inhibited, hidden by anxiety, or revealed through a symptom, but living without it seems impossible. Psychoanalysis is the process of finding out how to live with what cannot be lived without.
(512) 359-5948 View (512) 359-5948
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Samantha Gaudie Ley Tavares
Licensed Professional Counselor Associate, MEd
Verified Verified
Katy, TX 77494
My counseling journey began in Brazil in 2005 and expanded to the US in 2021. As a therapist with over 10 years of counseling experience, I aim to help clients feel immersed in a secure atmosphere. I offer counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. In addition to providing services for Anxiety, Grief, and Chronic Pain, I am an Early Childhood Development specialist and have a background in counseling high schoolers and families. I am certified in hypnosis by IFEN (Brazil), and my approach is rooted in Solution-Focused techniques and person-centered therapy.
My counseling journey began in Brazil in 2005 and expanded to the US in 2021. As a therapist with over 10 years of counseling experience, I aim to help clients feel immersed in a secure atmosphere. I offer counseling services to adolescents, adults, and families in English, Portuguese, and Spanish. In addition to providing services for Anxiety, Grief, and Chronic Pain, I am an Early Childhood Development specialist and have a background in counseling high schoolers and families. I am certified in hypnosis by IFEN (Brazil), and my approach is rooted in Solution-Focused techniques and person-centered therapy.
(281) 626-1858 View (281) 626-1858
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Angela Collier
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, NCC, CCM
Verified Verified
15 Endorsed
Waco, TX 76710
Are anxiety and depression making it hard to focus on the important things in your life and preventing you from making positive changes? Are you feeling overwhelmed and do not know what to do? Do you need someone to help you work through these issues? I endeavor to create a secure space to help you express yourself and recover from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, PTSD and chronic pain. A treatment plan is tailored to meet your specific individual needs through a person centered, solution focused approach. Your needs are identified and your goals set with a plan to meet them quickly.
Are anxiety and depression making it hard to focus on the important things in your life and preventing you from making positive changes? Are you feeling overwhelmed and do not know what to do? Do you need someone to help you work through these issues? I endeavor to create a secure space to help you express yourself and recover from depression, anxiety, relationship issues, anger, PTSD and chronic pain. A treatment plan is tailored to meet your specific individual needs through a person centered, solution focused approach. Your needs are identified and your goals set with a plan to meet them quickly.
(254) 345-3289 View (254) 345-3289
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Elizabeth Leigh Pennington
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, RPT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Magnolia, TX 77354  (Online Only)
Living in a world full of beauty and pain can be confusing.
With over a decade of experience in trauma healing, I specialize in complex PTSD clients including dissociation and DID. I also have personal experience and training in grief, medical trauma/disability, and attachment. Technology developers have really stepped up to provide amazing therapeutic experiences. I am grateful for the ways we can utilize sandtray therapy and other expressive arts modalities combined with EMDR (Trauma Treatment) over telementalhealth. I love connecting with nature and enjoy Nature-Based Therapy. Additional specialities: Christian ministers, mental health professionals, and religeous abuse survivors.
Living in a world full of beauty and pain can be confusing.
With over a decade of experience in trauma healing, I specialize in complex PTSD clients including dissociation and DID. I also have personal experience and training in grief, medical trauma/disability, and attachment. Technology developers have really stepped up to provide amazing therapeutic experiences. I am grateful for the ways we can utilize sandtray therapy and other expressive arts modalities combined with EMDR (Trauma Treatment) over telementalhealth. I love connecting with nature and enjoy Nature-Based Therapy. Additional specialities: Christian ministers, mental health professionals, and religeous abuse survivors.
(281) 607-4264 View (281) 607-4264
Photo of Bianca Jones, Psychologist in Burleson County, TX
Bianca Jones
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77027
I also have specialized training in chronic mental illness (e.
Hello and thank you for your interest! If you are seeking professional counseling services, you are likely hoping to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from being your best self. My experience in a wide range of clinical settings leaves me well-prepared to help you remove such barriers. I work well with individuals dealing with low mood, history of trauma, stress/anxiety, racial discrimination, and relationship conflict. I'm available during the evenings and weekends. If you are seeking a psychologist that listens, is down to earth, and easy to talk to, keep reading to learn more!
I also have specialized training in chronic mental illness (e.
Hello and thank you for your interest! If you are seeking professional counseling services, you are likely hoping to overcome the obstacles that have been preventing you from being your best self. My experience in a wide range of clinical settings leaves me well-prepared to help you remove such barriers. I work well with individuals dealing with low mood, history of trauma, stress/anxiety, racial discrimination, and relationship conflict. I'm available during the evenings and weekends. If you are seeking a psychologist that listens, is down to earth, and easy to talk to, keep reading to learn more!
(855) 980-1711 View (855) 980-1711
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Dr. Jonathan Morris
Psychologist, PhD, BCET, DCM, DPM
Verified Verified
Houston, TX 77074
ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, PAIN, STRESS are interwoven through mind and body interactions.
For individual, couples, adults and teens, the pursuit of ones therapeutic goals is a deeply personal endeavor, one that entails time, effort, occasional discomfort and some expense. I am keenly aware of the burden of trust, inherent in my participation in so intimate and earnest an undertaking, and will apply my clinical judgment, professional acumen, interpersonal skills and 35-years of experience, to discern and address those needs. In doing so, respect for your values, reverence for your individuality and deference to your aspirations, will guide our endeavor, enabling you to attain your goals with dignity and true contentment.
ANXIETY, DEPRESSION, PAIN, STRESS are interwoven through mind and body interactions.
For individual, couples, adults and teens, the pursuit of ones therapeutic goals is a deeply personal endeavor, one that entails time, effort, occasional discomfort and some expense. I am keenly aware of the burden of trust, inherent in my participation in so intimate and earnest an undertaking, and will apply my clinical judgment, professional acumen, interpersonal skills and 35-years of experience, to discern and address those needs. In doing so, respect for your values, reverence for your individuality and deference to your aspirations, will guide our endeavor, enabling you to attain your goals with dignity and true contentment.
(281) 937-8306 View (281) 937-8306
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Bioenergetic Healing Psychotherapist
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, NCC, CHT
Verified Verified
The source of all illness is hidden in the subconscious mind which stores all manner of distortions about the self.
My role in psychotherapy is simple. I work as a guide to help lead clients from 3rd dimensional consciousness to new levels of awareness. With the support of my guiding system and those of my clients', I act as a conduit to bring the information and energies that are needed in that point in time for the client's highest good. My approach is spiritual and energy psychology. It is based on the premise that all illness is mental illness and all healing must begin in psychotherapy.
The source of all illness is hidden in the subconscious mind which stores all manner of distortions about the self.
My role in psychotherapy is simple. I work as a guide to help lead clients from 3rd dimensional consciousness to new levels of awareness. With the support of my guiding system and those of my clients', I act as a conduit to bring the information and energies that are needed in that point in time for the client's highest good. My approach is spiritual and energy psychology. It is based on the premise that all illness is mental illness and all healing must begin in psychotherapy.
(210) 625-7633 View (210) 625-7633
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Lisa Medina
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, LCDC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Austin, TX 78731
Waitlist for new clients
I specialize in serving adults living with Substance Use Disorders, trauma and/or mental illness.
My mission is to create hope where there is none and to empower the individuals I work with to find healing. Healing will be defined by YOU - I will operate as an active guide throughout the process. I offer private counseling to individuals and their family members/significant others who are struggling with alcohol and/or drug use. I am able to help craft safety plans, moderation plans or abstinence plans based on your goals. I will assist you to create balance in your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health.
I specialize in serving adults living with Substance Use Disorders, trauma and/or mental illness.
My mission is to create hope where there is none and to empower the individuals I work with to find healing. Healing will be defined by YOU - I will operate as an active guide throughout the process. I offer private counseling to individuals and their family members/significant others who are struggling with alcohol and/or drug use. I am able to help craft safety plans, moderation plans or abstinence plans based on your goals. I will assist you to create balance in your mental, emotional, physical and spiritual health.
(512) 271-4304 View (512) 271-4304
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Maranda Medina
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Austin, TX 78759
I specialize in working with adult (18+) individuals facing a variety of challenges, including grief, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, trauma, stress management, self-esteem, identity issues, life transitions, and more.
Welcome! My name is Maranda and I believe finding the right therapist is crucial, akin to finding a life partner. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership, where we work together to achieve your goals while tapping into your inherent strengths. I believe that laughter, along with tears, is an important part of the healing process. In sessions, I bring curiosity and honesty, meeting you where you are and guiding you in challenging outdated beliefs. My philosophy is that therapy is simply for those who have exhausted their current coping skills and need to learn new ones.
I specialize in working with adult (18+) individuals facing a variety of challenges, including grief, anxiety, depression, chronic illness, trauma, stress management, self-esteem, identity issues, life transitions, and more.
Welcome! My name is Maranda and I believe finding the right therapist is crucial, akin to finding a life partner. I view therapy as a collaborative partnership, where we work together to achieve your goals while tapping into your inherent strengths. I believe that laughter, along with tears, is an important part of the healing process. In sessions, I bring curiosity and honesty, meeting you where you are and guiding you in challenging outdated beliefs. My philosophy is that therapy is simply for those who have exhausted their current coping skills and need to learn new ones.
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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.