New and Noteworthy

I am so excited to announce that I am working on obtaining my Pain Psychology Certificate.  I am hoping to finish this at some point this summer (summer 2026)!

This will allow me to learn the tools, gain the confidence, and clarity to support clients with chronic pain—using the most trusted psychological methods available today.

Anyone with chronic pain or chronic illness knows how chronic pain isn’t just a physical problem—it’s an emotional and psychological burden that affects your clients' relationships, self-esteem, work, and overall quality of life.

What this program will allow me to gain that will be used in sessions with any clients having chronic pain and/or chronic illness: 

• This program will teach me evidence-based tools—rooted in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)—to help potential  any potential clients manage the emotional and psychological impact of chronic pain with the goal of being able to live more fulfilling lives.

• Allow me to learn how to apply the gold-standard CBT-Chronic Pain model to reduce suffering and enhance coping strategies for clients. 

• Using ACT to help clients align their pain experience with their core values and lead a more meaningful life despite pain. 

• Explore the ethical obligation to provide unbiased care and how biases in the medical system can impact pain treatment and outcomes.