Therapy for chronic pain involves addressing the impact of pain on your mind and life and underlying psychological factors that contribute to subsequently disrupted self. This may include exploring early childhood experiences and relationships, identifying patterns of self-doubt or negative self-talk, and developing strategies to cultivate a more integrated and cohesive sense of self.

When the self is fragmented or disrupted it can lead to a variety of symptoms, including body pain. Body pain can be seen as a physical manifestation of the disrupted self, reflecting the person's inner emotional pain and lack of integration. Together we'll develop a deeper understanding of your emotions and how they are connected to your physical symptoms.

Through the therapeutic process, you can gradually develop a more stable sense of self, leading to a reduction in body pain and an overall improvement of your psychological well-being. Chronic pain leads to feelings of helplessness and meaninglessness.

I provide a holistic and integrative approach to understanding your pain. Psychoanalytic psychotherapy recognizes the importance of addressing all the factors that contribute to your pain. Disconnection from one's self exacerbates pain. We can work together in a healing process to understand the interconnections between your mind and body.