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Are you struggling with the effects of chronic pain?
Right now, you may be experiencing:
- Persistent physical pain that significantly impacts your quality of life
- Emotional distress related to your pain experience
- Anxiety about pain worsening or never improving
- Frustration with medical treatments that provide limited relief
- Hypervigilance about bodily sensations and potential pain triggers
- Avoidance of activities due to fear of increasing pain
- Feelings of helplessness or loss of control regarding your pain condition
You've started to recognize how chronic pain is impacting your life:
- Daily functioning and independence may be compromised
- Relationships are affected by limitations or mood changes related to pain
- Work or leisure activities have been restricted or abandoned
- Your identity and sense of self may be changing due to pain-related limitations
- Sleep is disrupted, further affecting your wellbeing
- Depression or anxiety may be developing alongside your pain condition
- Traditional pain management approaches provide only partial relief
You’re wondering…
- How can EMDR help with physical pain when it’s typically used for emotional issues?
- Is there a connection between my emotional state and my physical pain?
- Could past experiences be influencing how my brain processes pain signals?
- Will EMDR reduce my actual pain or just help me cope with it better?
- Can EMDR work alongside my medical treatment plan?
- How does trauma or stress affect pain perception?
- Is it possible to reclaim quality of life even if pain cannot be completely eliminated?
You’re longing for…
- Reduction in pain intensity or frequency.
- Less emotional distress related to your pain experience.
- Tools to manage pain flares when they occur.
- Decreased fear and anxiety about your pain condition.
- Expanded activities and engagement in meaningful life experiences.
- Improved sleep and overall functioning.
- A sense of agency and control in relation to your pain.
How we can help you.
At Evergreen Counseling, we understand that chronic pain involves complex interactions between physical, emotional, and neurological factors. Our trauma-informed approach recognizes that the brain's pain processing systems can be influenced by past experiences, emotional states, and beliefs about pain, creating potential opportunities for intervention beyond traditional medical approaches.
What you’re longing for is possible.
Our experienced EMDR therapists utilize this powerful approach to address both the emotional components of pain and potentially influence pain processing itself. Through targeted therapeutic interventions, clients typically experience:
Before Therapy
After Therapy
Pain dominates your attention and consumes your mental energy.
You develop the ability to shift attention and engage in meaningful activities despite some pain.
Fear of pain leads to avoidance of activities and progressive limitation.
You make choices based on values and priorities rather than pain avoidance alone.
Emotional distress intensifies physical pain in a negative cycle.
You manage emotional responses effectively, often reducing pain intensity.
You feel helpless and at the mercy of your pain condition.
You develop a sense of agency and control in your relationship with pain.
Pain defines your identity and limits how you see your future.
You create a broader sense of self and possibility not defined by pain.
What if I’m Not Ready?
Not Quite Ready to Book a Complimentary Concierge Matching Call? That’s Okay.
We understand that taking the first step towards therapy can feel overwhelming. We’re here to make this decision easier for you.
Starting therapy can bring up mixed feelings—part of you might be eager, while another part hesitates to confront deeply buried emotions. You might doubt whether therapy can help, especially if you’ve struggled for a long time or had disappointing experiences with untrained therapists or life coaches. At Evergreen Counseling, our trauma-trained therapists are deeply committed to providing expert care.
Here’s How We Can Help You Move Forward
- Complimentary Concierge Matching Call: Our concierge matching call is an opportunity for you to ask questions, share your concerns, and see if our approach feels right for you—without any obligation.
- Reimbursement Options: Concerned about the cost? We can guide you on how to get reimbursed for therapy using your out-of-network insurance benefits, making high-quality care more accessible to you.
- Informed Decision: Whether you’re ready to start or still exploring your options, we want you to feel fully informed and confident in your choice.
