To assist in the overall management of your pain, your pain doctor may recommend you have a consultation with the Pain Psychologist because research has demonstrated that people who have chronic pain usually manage their pain better within the context of a comprehensive pain plan. When all of your physical and emotional strengths and needs can be identified, your ability to manage your pain is more likely to be successful.

Referral to the Pain Psychologist

• Psychological evaluation and treatment recommendations
• Short-term individual group therapy
• Counseling and stress management
• Pain self-management education and training
• Relaxation training
• Biofeedback
• Family counseling for pain management

Referral to the Pain Psychologist

Please arrive at least 15 minutes prior to your scheduled appointment, so that you will have plenty of relaxed time to give us some important information. You should plan to be at the Pain Psychology office for about two (2) hours.