Chronic Pain Therapists in Fair Oaks Ranch, TX

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Cristy Connolly
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015
Things aren’t right. You grapple with profound sadness, nightmares, and a feeling of dread when contemplating past events. Despite attempts at improvement, your situation remains stagnant. Your social life is struggling and relationships are strenuous. You have aspirations and goals for the future yet are uncertain about how to navigate past your history. Or maybe you’re a like 20% of new parents and struggling with your mental health during pregnancy or the early years. I can provide insights into the brain differences associated with trauma, depression, and anxiety, and offer explanations for the emotions you are experiencing.
Things aren’t right. You grapple with profound sadness, nightmares, and a feeling of dread when contemplating past events. Despite attempts at improvement, your situation remains stagnant. Your social life is struggling and relationships are strenuous. You have aspirations and goals for the future yet are uncertain about how to navigate past your history. Or maybe you’re a like 20% of new parents and struggling with your mental health during pregnancy or the early years. I can provide insights into the brain differences associated with trauma, depression, and anxiety, and offer explanations for the emotions you are experiencing.
(210) 592-4065 View (210) 592-4065
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Randy Adkins
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78015
I enjoy working with a diverse clientele and offer hour-long early, late (as late as 7pm) appointments for busy people and accept major insurance plans. I am open to working with complicated and difficult situations or those who just need help meeting their personal goals. I love what I do and I love helping clients find what they are looking for. I want to make our sessions enjoyable and something to look forward to. I enjoy working with clients with Asperger's/Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy for highly motivated clients.
I enjoy working with a diverse clientele and offer hour-long early, late (as late as 7pm) appointments for busy people and accept major insurance plans. I am open to working with complicated and difficult situations or those who just need help meeting their personal goals. I love what I do and I love helping clients find what they are looking for. I want to make our sessions enjoyable and something to look forward to. I enjoy working with clients with Asperger's/Autism Spectrum Disorder. I also offer Dialectical Behavior Therapy for highly motivated clients.
(830) 264-2064 View (830) 264-2064
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Catherine Wooten
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC
Verified Verified
Fair Oaks Ranch, TX 78006
Not accepting new clients
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. Throughout the years, I have worked with individuals, couples, children, families, and groups presenting with a broad spectrum of concerns. I have extensive experience working with survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Presenting problems have ranged from depression and anxiety, to marital/relational discord, to parenting issues with children and adolescents, to individuals who want to better themselves by maximizing personal potential in life.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor (LPC) in the state of Texas. Throughout the years, I have worked with individuals, couples, children, families, and groups presenting with a broad spectrum of concerns. I have extensive experience working with survivors of sexual assault and domestic violence. Presenting problems have ranged from depression and anxiety, to marital/relational discord, to parenting issues with children and adolescents, to individuals who want to better themselves by maximizing personal potential in life.
(210) 988-6688 View (210) 988-6688

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Yvonne Tejeda
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, PLLC, RYT200
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
Hello, I’m a licensed therapist in SA & Spring Branch TX, specialized in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and chronic pain. I use evidence-based treatment modalities such as EMDR or TF-CBT, somatic psychotherapy for body regulation and reconnection of mind and body. I’m a Hatha yoga certified teacher, an original yoga practiced thousands of years ago that has transformed human beings to transcend to higher states of consciousness, releasing mental, emotional and physical illness and daily stressors in order to return to original state of wellness and inner peace.
Hello, I’m a licensed therapist in SA & Spring Branch TX, specialized in treating trauma, PTSD, anxiety disorders, and chronic pain. I use evidence-based treatment modalities such as EMDR or TF-CBT, somatic psychotherapy for body regulation and reconnection of mind and body. I’m a Hatha yoga certified teacher, an original yoga practiced thousands of years ago that has transformed human beings to transcend to higher states of consciousness, releasing mental, emotional and physical illness and daily stressors in order to return to original state of wellness and inner peace.
(210) 844-1296 View (210) 844-1296
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Alicia Acosta
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-S, LCDC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006
I specialize in helping clients with their Mental Health needs, Trauma, Substance Abuse, grief & loss, and relationship issues. I have found many concerns brought to therapy can be a result of unresolved pain or unhealthy copings strategies from the past. With my various therapeutic trainings I am able to assist clients in finding the best pathway for their needs.
I specialize in helping clients with their Mental Health needs, Trauma, Substance Abuse, grief & loss, and relationship issues. I have found many concerns brought to therapy can be a result of unresolved pain or unhealthy copings strategies from the past. With my various therapeutic trainings I am able to assist clients in finding the best pathway for their needs.
(210) 934-0589 View (210) 934-0589
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Christian Counseling Center Boerne
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, NCC
Verified Verified
San Antonio, TX 78255
Is emotional pain, anxiety, depression, or lack of focus interfering with your personal fulfillment? Life may have given you trauma, but together we can create a new and better direction. Difficult relationships, grief, unwanted or racing thoughts, cause panic attacks, sleeplessness, fears, anger, or addictions. As an experienced counselor and retired school teacher, I am trained to address these symptoms using EMDR, Prayer, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and more. Whether it's in my office in Boerne or online, Therapy can be the key in opening new doors for you.
Is emotional pain, anxiety, depression, or lack of focus interfering with your personal fulfillment? Life may have given you trauma, but together we can create a new and better direction. Difficult relationships, grief, unwanted or racing thoughts, cause panic attacks, sleeplessness, fears, anger, or addictions. As an experienced counselor and retired school teacher, I am trained to address these symptoms using EMDR, Prayer, Cognitive Behavior Therapy, and more. Whether it's in my office in Boerne or online, Therapy can be the key in opening new doors for you.
(830) 224-2822 View (830) 224-2822
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Valerie Rivas
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006
It takes strength and courage to accept when one can't handle parts of life, and so, I commend you. As a therapist, I accompany clients exactly where they are while offering unconditional acceptance and respect without judgement to build a safe and inviting counseling environment. Each client brings a set of unique morals, values, beliefs, and strengths which makes each person who they are. I treat ALL issues from adolescent to elderly within individual, couple, family, or group settings. Chronic Illness, Infertility, Miscarriage, Child Loss, Adoption, First Responders, Trauma, Abuse, Neglect & Adolescents are some of my interests.
It takes strength and courage to accept when one can't handle parts of life, and so, I commend you. As a therapist, I accompany clients exactly where they are while offering unconditional acceptance and respect without judgement to build a safe and inviting counseling environment. Each client brings a set of unique morals, values, beliefs, and strengths which makes each person who they are. I treat ALL issues from adolescent to elderly within individual, couple, family, or group settings. Chronic Illness, Infertility, Miscarriage, Child Loss, Adoption, First Responders, Trauma, Abuse, Neglect & Adolescents are some of my interests.
(210) 787-4457 View (210) 787-4457
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Caroline Williams
Psychologist, PhD, MP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006
I am a clinical psychologist providing psychological diagnosis, evaluation, and brief therapy in Boerne, Texas. Correct diagnosis and assessment can improve your life! You can understand yourself better, boost your academic performance, stimulate work success, deepen your relationships, and even improve your physical health. Brief therapy gives us time to explore treatment recommendations, dissolve resistance to change, target specific problems, or adopt new skills. I also help with emotional challenges of physical illnesses, like diabetes, chronic pain, or autoimmune disorders.
I am a clinical psychologist providing psychological diagnosis, evaluation, and brief therapy in Boerne, Texas. Correct diagnosis and assessment can improve your life! You can understand yourself better, boost your academic performance, stimulate work success, deepen your relationships, and even improve your physical health. Brief therapy gives us time to explore treatment recommendations, dissolve resistance to change, target specific problems, or adopt new skills. I also help with emotional challenges of physical illnesses, like diabetes, chronic pain, or autoimmune disorders.
(830) 271-3792 View (830) 271-3792
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Dinah Dziolek
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-S, BC-TMH, CCTP
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I know there’s a way through the pain.
Hello! I am a therapist, military spouse (recently retired) and Mom of 2. I have a passion for serving families who serve and sacrifice for our nation! For many years I lived the active duty military lifestyle. I know first-hand the pain of infertility as a military spouse and navigated fertility treatments in Military Training Facilities. I have lived through deployments and unaccompanied remote assignments as a young mom while managing home, kids, career and community service to fellow military spouses and families. I know the pain of being away from extended family, frequent moves and all the adventures of service life!
I know there’s a way through the pain.
Hello! I am a therapist, military spouse (recently retired) and Mom of 2. I have a passion for serving families who serve and sacrifice for our nation! For many years I lived the active duty military lifestyle. I know first-hand the pain of infertility as a military spouse and navigated fertility treatments in Military Training Facilities. I have lived through deployments and unaccompanied remote assignments as a young mom while managing home, kids, career and community service to fellow military spouses and families. I know the pain of being away from extended family, frequent moves and all the adventures of service life!
(844) 785-0055 View (844) 785-0055
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Amanda Jones
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW-S, C-SWHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006  (Online Only)
Drawing from diverse modalities, I specialize in women's issues, trauma/PTSD, chronic illness, codependency, grief, GLBT and gender concerns, couples' dynamics, mood shifts, life transitions, and holistic counseling, integrating EMDR and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Are you a woman juggling life's demands, feeling stuck or underappreciated? Whether you're a mom, caregiver, or professional woman, I'm here to help. I value healing, inner peace, and security. My expertise includes women's issues, trauma, chronic illness, and more. Seeking EMDR, psychedelics, couples therapy, or traditional therapy? I offer individual and group sessions from your own home. I now offer clinical supervision for aspiring therapists too. Let's embark on this healing journey together.
Drawing from diverse modalities, I specialize in women's issues, trauma/PTSD, chronic illness, codependency, grief, GLBT and gender concerns, couples' dynamics, mood shifts, life transitions, and holistic counseling, integrating EMDR and Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy.
Are you a woman juggling life's demands, feeling stuck or underappreciated? Whether you're a mom, caregiver, or professional woman, I'm here to help. I value healing, inner peace, and security. My expertise includes women's issues, trauma, chronic illness, and more. Seeking EMDR, psychedelics, couples therapy, or traditional therapy? I offer individual and group sessions from your own home. I now offer clinical supervision for aspiring therapists too. Let's embark on this healing journey together.
(210) 633-8756 View (210) 633-8756
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Erin Jones, M.A, M.Ed, LPC, Healthy Horizons, LLC
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, MEd, LPC, NCC, BC-TMH
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006
Everyone feels lost, suffers grief, loss, & anxiety about where they are in life sometimes, maybe due to trauma, disability, chronic, or terminal illness. We are not meant to walk through these difficult times alone. Is parenting children with disability or ADHD leaving you feeling exhausted? Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to find balance in your life? I see you, I hear you! We all have a story and need to be heard, validated, & sometimes we need help navigating those times that blindside us! Perhaps past trauma is bubbling up into current relationships? You're not alone, Licensed in TX & CO, let's figure it out together!
Everyone feels lost, suffers grief, loss, & anxiety about where they are in life sometimes, maybe due to trauma, disability, chronic, or terminal illness. We are not meant to walk through these difficult times alone. Is parenting children with disability or ADHD leaving you feeling exhausted? Are you feeling overwhelmed trying to find balance in your life? I see you, I hear you! We all have a story and need to be heard, validated, & sometimes we need help navigating those times that blindside us! Perhaps past trauma is bubbling up into current relationships? You're not alone, Licensed in TX & CO, let's figure it out together!
(970) 323-2494 View (970) 323-2494
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Jim Toombs
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, EMDR
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
Emotional pain ... sucks. I can help your pain. Flashbacks, nightmares and PTSD respond very well to EMDR, as do intrusive thoughts and disturbing memories. I have been using it since 1993, so early that Francine Shapiro, the creator of EMDR, trained me herself. In addition, my basic training is Marriage and Family so I excel in relationships. But memories cause most of our problems.
Emotional pain ... sucks. I can help your pain. Flashbacks, nightmares and PTSD respond very well to EMDR, as do intrusive thoughts and disturbing memories. I have been using it since 1993, so early that Francine Shapiro, the creator of EMDR, trained me herself. In addition, my basic training is Marriage and Family so I excel in relationships. But memories cause most of our problems.
(210) 417-4687 View (210) 417-4687
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Arte Counseling And Wellness
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78255  (Online Only)
Hello there! ARTE Counseling and Wellness provides mental health services to children and adults in Texas. We provide integrative , client centered approaches and work with you and your family to build trust and safety in the therapeutic setting. We specialize in working with adult and children in transition ( ie loss of a loved one , change in job/school, chronic illness), parental stressors ( ie communication/ bonding), perinatal mood disorders ( ie anxiety and postpartum depression, birth trauma ( ie ICU, complications, emergency C-sections), sadness/anxiety in children and gifted and talented children experiencing anxiety.
Hello there! ARTE Counseling and Wellness provides mental health services to children and adults in Texas. We provide integrative , client centered approaches and work with you and your family to build trust and safety in the therapeutic setting. We specialize in working with adult and children in transition ( ie loss of a loved one , change in job/school, chronic illness), parental stressors ( ie communication/ bonding), perinatal mood disorders ( ie anxiety and postpartum depression, birth trauma ( ie ICU, complications, emergency C-sections), sadness/anxiety in children and gifted and talented children experiencing anxiety.
(210) 791-6810 View (210) 791-6810
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Nora Magnuson Mazzoni
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, MA, LADC, MH
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78255
Overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, or stuck? Anxiety, stress, physical pain, conflict in relationships, and trauma can leave us feeling powerless. Oftentimes, you may feel confused, depressed, anxious, scattered, disconnected, unsafe, or hyper-focused. Are you searching for joy in your life, work-life balance, less stress, healthy relationships, and feeling comfortable in your skin or environment? As your therapist, I support you in discovering, unlocking, and utilizing your strengths to maximize your full potential. You can find resilience, post-traumatic growth, hope, peace, joy, happiness, and tranquility in your life!
Overwhelmed, stressed, anxious, depressed, or stuck? Anxiety, stress, physical pain, conflict in relationships, and trauma can leave us feeling powerless. Oftentimes, you may feel confused, depressed, anxious, scattered, disconnected, unsafe, or hyper-focused. Are you searching for joy in your life, work-life balance, less stress, healthy relationships, and feeling comfortable in your skin or environment? As your therapist, I support you in discovering, unlocking, and utilizing your strengths to maximize your full potential. You can find resilience, post-traumatic growth, hope, peace, joy, happiness, and tranquility in your life!
(936) 246-3087 View (936) 246-3087
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Joanna Trevino
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, EMDR, LPC-S
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Shavano Park, TX 78257
KAP Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and EMDR for eligible clients. I work with humans just like you, offering counseling & guidance to help you relax, activate your inner healing intelligence and achieve your desired goals. Our work is guided by a trauma-responsive lens, which helps you understand how past and/or systemic trauma is connected to your current struggles. Specialty areas include PTS/D, depression, anxiety, chronic pain/illness; and working with other health care and high-stress professionals. Therapy with me is compassionate, client-centered, with growth-mindset accountability.
KAP Ketamine-Assisted Psychotherapy and EMDR for eligible clients. I work with humans just like you, offering counseling & guidance to help you relax, activate your inner healing intelligence and achieve your desired goals. Our work is guided by a trauma-responsive lens, which helps you understand how past and/or systemic trauma is connected to your current struggles. Specialty areas include PTS/D, depression, anxiety, chronic pain/illness; and working with other health care and high-stress professionals. Therapy with me is compassionate, client-centered, with growth-mindset accountability.
(210) 405-8942 View (210) 405-8942
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Belinda Arriaga
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
San Antonio, TX 78230
Waitlist for new clients
I am a bi-iterate and bicultural psychotherapist that specializes on problems that affect the individual/couple/family when generations within the household have contrasting cultural understandings. When working with individuals, couples, and families, I explore cultural differences and values to find the strengths and the coping tools. I have also worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience in many areas, including trauma, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, multigenerational family conflict, couples counseling, life transitions, chronic pain, and grief.
I am a bi-iterate and bicultural psychotherapist that specializes on problems that affect the individual/couple/family when generations within the household have contrasting cultural understandings. When working with individuals, couples, and families, I explore cultural differences and values to find the strengths and the coping tools. I have also worked with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience in many areas, including trauma, depression, anxiety, trauma, self-esteem, multigenerational family conflict, couples counseling, life transitions, chronic pain, and grief.
(210) 941-4395 View (210) 941-4395
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Jordana Pazin
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, NCC
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
My approach to helping is based on my client's perspective rather than my own. I contend that appreciating and respecting the client's experience for what it is, is essential to productive therapeutic growth. I view counseling as a highly personal and subjective experience, where developing an empathic, connected and trusting relationship is imperative; it is through the safety of this connection that clients can work toward positive change. While I have had extensive experience working with a wide variety of clients, my specializations include women's issues (including domestic violence and trauma), relationships, GLBTQI issues, pregnancy/infertitility issues, internet addiction and couples work.
My approach to helping is based on my client's perspective rather than my own. I contend that appreciating and respecting the client's experience for what it is, is essential to productive therapeutic growth. I view counseling as a highly personal and subjective experience, where developing an empathic, connected and trusting relationship is imperative; it is through the safety of this connection that clients can work toward positive change. While I have had extensive experience working with a wide variety of clients, my specializations include women's issues (including domestic violence and trauma), relationships, GLBTQI issues, pregnancy/infertitility issues, internet addiction and couples work.
(210) 558-0409 View (210) 558-0409
Patrick M. Clancey
Counselor, EdD, LPC
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I am here to assist you to reach your full potential. As such, we will work together to understand and eliminate whatever holds you back from reaching your goals and obtaining whatever is necessary to make your life work. Together, we will build a future that beckons you on, and fills you with hope and peace. We will turn your problems into opportunities for growth and personal enrichment.
I am here to assist you to reach your full potential. As such, we will work together to understand and eliminate whatever holds you back from reaching your goals and obtaining whatever is necessary to make your life work. Together, we will build a future that beckons you on, and fills you with hope and peace. We will turn your problems into opportunities for growth and personal enrichment.
(210) 428-6960 View (210) 428-6960
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Patty Hoban
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
Boerne, TX 78006
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I serve adults with a myriad of different needs. I have experience working with clients who have anxiety disorders, major depression, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, insomnia, relationship issues, endured trauma, and more. Every person's journey is different, and his or her challenges are unique; therefore, I use a variety of techniques to meet each person's needs. I have received training in several different modalities, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I specialize in individual counseling for adults.
I am a Licensed Professional Counselor and I serve adults with a myriad of different needs. I have experience working with clients who have anxiety disorders, major depression, bipolar disorder, autism spectrum, ADD/ADHD, insomnia, relationship issues, endured trauma, and more. Every person's journey is different, and his or her challenges are unique; therefore, I use a variety of techniques to meet each person's needs. I have received training in several different modalities, such as CBT, ACT, Motivational Interviewing, DBT, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART). I specialize in individual counseling for adults.
(830) 587-5503 View (830) 587-5503
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Norely A Sorrell
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Boerne, TX 78006  (Online Only)
Do you struggle with not feeling good enough? No matter how much you do for others or to perfect yourself, you still feel like it is not enough. You may be fed up with the dynamics of relationships in your life, fed up with feeling unappreciated, or tired of relationships feeling one sided. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You are ready to heal from your past and have healthy relationships. You are ready to feel appreciated and loved. Most of all, you’re ready to feel good enough, deserving of love and satisfied in all aspects of your life.
Do you struggle with not feeling good enough? No matter how much you do for others or to perfect yourself, you still feel like it is not enough. You may be fed up with the dynamics of relationships in your life, fed up with feeling unappreciated, or tired of relationships feeling one sided. You might not even remember a time things didn’t feel this way. But one thing is for sure: you’re ready for some relief. You are ready to heal from your past and have healthy relationships. You are ready to feel appreciated and loved. Most of all, you’re ready to feel good enough, deserving of love and satisfied in all aspects of your life.
(830) 368-0653 View (830) 368-0653

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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.