What Is Chronic Pain?
Chronic pain lasts for weeks, months, or even years and often persists beyond the usual healing process. It can stem from:
🔹 Medical conditions – Arthritis, fibromyalgia, migraines, nerve pain
🔹 Injuries – Persistent pain after accidents or surgeries
🔹 Neuropathic pain – Pain signals from the nervous system, even without injury
🔹 Tension-related pain – Muscle tightness caused by stress, trauma, or anxiety
Chronic pain can lead to:
🔹 Emotional distress – Depression, anxiety, frustration, or hopelessness
🔹 Sleep disturbances – Difficulty falling or staying asleep due to discomfort
🔹 Social withdrawal – Avoiding activities or relationships due to pain
🔹 Fatigue & brain fog – Low energy and trouble concentrating
If pain is interfering with your life, therapy can help you manage it physically, emotionally, and mentally.
How Therapy Can Help with Chronic Pain
Chronic pain is real—but so is your ability to cope, adapt, and find relief. Therapy can help you:
🔹 Manage stress and emotional responses to pain
🔹 Learn mind-body techniques to reduce discomfort
🔹 Shift negative thought patterns that amplify pain
🔹 Rebuild confidence to engage in life more fully
Pain may be a part of your story, but it doesn’t have to define your life.
Our Approach to Chronic Pain Therapy
At Become The Way Psychotherapy, we use a holistic, mind-body approach to help you manage pain effectively. Our methods include:
🔹 Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) – Reduce stress and reframe negative pain-related thoughts.
🔹 Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) – Use meditation, relaxation, and breathwork to ease pain.
🔹 Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) – Learn to accept discomfort while still pursuing a meaningful life.
🔹 Somatic Therapy – Release tension stored in the body and promote relaxation.
🔹 Compassionate, Client-Centered Care – We tailor therapy to your unique pain experience and personal goals.
You deserve support, relief, and a plan that works for you.
What to Expect in Chronic Pain Therapy
Pain is complex, but healing is possible. Here’s what to expect in therapy:
