Chronic pain therapy
Individual Chronic Pain Therapy
Recovery is possible.
Are you struggling with chronic pain that medical practitioners haven't been able to resolve? Have you explored countless approaches and consulted numerous specialists without finding relief for your unexplained symptoms? It's common to discover that viewing pain solely through a medical or physical lens isn't enough. If you've found yourself here, you may have realized that a different approach is needed. As a chronic pain therapist in Los Angeles, I specialize in treating chronic pain from a mind-body perspective. This approach can help reduce the fear associated with pain and, ultimately, diminish the pain itself.
As a pain psychologist in California, I utilize evidence-based practices, including Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to help folks recover from chronic pain. I have the most advanced level (mastery) training in PRT from the Pain Reprocessing Therapy Center. Together, we address neuroplastic or primary pain symptoms with proven strategies.
Understanding pain science through psychoeducation is a critical part of our work together. By reinterpreting pain as a danger signal, we can manage, reduce, and even eliminate chronic issues such as:
Persistent back pain or post-surgery pain
Neck pain
Headaches and migraines
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)
Chronic joint pain and carpal tunnel
Inconsistent symptoms like tingling, numbness, cramping, and tightness
Unexplained physical symptoms with no medical diagnosis (negative tests but continued pain)
Pain from past surgeries or injuries
Medication-resistant pain
Chronic fatigue and fibromyalgia
If you're looking for a pain psychologist or chronic pain therapist in Los Angeles, I'm here to help you on your journey to relief.
Therapy should never be a a one-size-fits-all approach. We will work collaboratively to develop a personalized treatment plan that fits your individual needs. Because I do not work with insurance, we are not beholden to the rigid rules and expectations of insurance companies and managed care. Therefore, we can be flexible on frequency and duration of sessions. I also take on just a small number of clients, which allows me to be more focused on the clients I am currently working with. Therapy with me is discrete, specialized, and tailored to you. I offer a free 15-20 minute discovery call to discuss your goals and to see if we are a good fit.
*Current availability: My books are currently open for new clients for virtual sessions for clients located in CA, NJ, and NY. In-person sessions are also available in West Los Angeles.