Chronic Pain therapists in Rockville, Maryland MD

Health issues interfering with your life plans? Does stress make you feel worse physically? Determined not to let your health problems run the show? I specialize in helping adults gain better control around their physical health and emotional wellbeing. Oftentimes, clients are frustrated about the division between mental health and physical health in medical settings, despite the fact that the mind-body connection is well documented. Clients wrestling with health issues may find it beneficial to seek out the services of a therapist for multiple reasons. Coping with a physical health condition can be exhausting, overwhelming, or even isolating. Others may not understand the everyday toll of chronic health issues. It may become more clear over time just how much changes in how you feel can worsen or improve your physical health You may notice that you just can’t make the types of changes that you know you need to make to feel better and are feeling stuck. Therapy adds another layer to the traditional healthcare approach by looking at the interplay between your beliefs, feelings, past experiences, current behaviors, habits, and bodily sensations. You may find yourself exploring patterns that have kept you from moving forward. Therapy can help you: -improve your day-to-day habits -create a more positive outlook -identify the values that matter most to you -build a life in alignment with your most important values -learn how to be your own advocate -gain the skills you need to deal with life’s challenges I provide therapy aimed at helping clients cope with and manage medical conditions, including: -Chronic Pain -High Blood Pressure -Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)/SIBO -Weight Management -Life after bariatric surgery Therapy that focuses on the mind-body connection integrates tools, such as mindfulness and relaxation strategies. Clients struggling with health concerns are encouraged to employ a team approach to care that may involve other providers, such as a primary care provider, physical therapist, acupuncturist or nutritionist. If a therapist is the missing piece of your wellness team, please reach out and schedule your brief consultation.  

Has pain from a chronic illness or from dealing with daily life immobilized you? Are you always anxious or depressed? Counseling can help you to address, understand and resolve these issues to reach your full potential. Call or email today for a free phone consultation or an appointment.   

Chronic pain and illness can have a detrimental impact on social, emotional, and daily life functioning. At Washington Psychological Wellness, our clinicians provide holistic mental health care that focuses on the mind-body connection. Certain therapeutic techniques such as mindfulness meditation, deep breathing, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) have been scientifically proven to reduce chronic pain and illness symptoms. Our clinicians collaborate with each individual to tailor treatment to their unique needs and circumstances. We are currently accepting new clients. Telehealth (online) therapy options are available. Contact us now!  

I am very good with pain; I have a number of "mind tricks" that I will teach you, to alleviate or remove the pain. I teach a monthly class at Hope Connections for Cancer Support in Bethesda, MD, "Hypnosis for Symptom Relief," that helps people with cancer reduce their symptoms and create a healing mindset.  

I have had personal experience living with chronic pain and illness and specialize in techniques to help you cope with your struggles and live every day to the fullest that you can. I will help you learn how to be happy and find peace amidst the challenge.  

Over the past 50 years, I have worked with clients who suffer from chronic pain and illness. Conditions vary from physical pain due to injury, arthritis, and other chronic diseases and have developed healing approaches to Cancer, Heart Disease, Asthma, COPD, and other serious conditions. My work involving imagery developed by Carl Simington, MD has been effective in prolonging life with Cancer. Dr. Simington is respected in traditional cancer circles, such as at NIH. The pioneering work of Helen Bonny, Ph.D. has greatly influenced my approach to the healing of disease as well as working with chronic pain. I offer free zoom seminars, which promote spirituality and help with issues involving stress and relationships. Please feel free to call for a consultation: 301-229-8000  

Chronic pain and health issues can create feelings of frustration, emotional disruption, depression, anxiety, and difficulty with daily function. Together, we will focus on alternative ways of being to improve your life experience.  

Fatigue, body pain, and medical needs keeping you from doing the things you love. Talk therapy with the support of mindfulness training can help you learn how to decrease pain without medication. Sometimes the side effects of medications can make us feel worse. Lets start working together to get you back out there in the world. Its time to allow health back into your life.  

The body speaks but what is it saying? Learn how to attend to the body and be present. Take a deep dive into discovering your power beyond the body.