CBT For Pain

Reflections from a CBT Therapist and Chronic Pain Specialist “Imagine a gender equal world. A world free of bias, stereotypes, and discrimination. A world that’s diverse, equitable, and inclusive. A world where difference is valued and celebrated. Together we can forge women’s equality. Collectively we can all #InspireInclusion” ~IWD~ This year’s International Women’s Day 2025 […]

Chronic pain is invisible and persistent, it affects millions of people around the world, and women are no exception. In the UK there is 28 million people with chronic pain (British Pain Society) Chronic pain more prevalent in women than men. Not only are women more likely to have chronic pain than men of the

Living with chronic pain can feel like navigating a maze with no clear exit. Each day presents unique challenges that can test your mental and physical resilience. However, with the right strategies and mindset, it’s possible to maintain a good quality of life despite the persistent discomfort. As a CBT therapist since 2012, specialising in

Chronic pain can be a debilitating and persistent condition, impacting millions of individuals worldwide. 1 in 5 world wide and 28 million people in the UK have chronic pain. Traditional approaches often involve medication and physical therapy, this is what we called the Biopsychosocial model of pain. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) is now recognised as

Chronic Pain (or sometimes known as long term or persistent pain) is classified as a pain that last longer than 3 months and may not respond to usual medical treatment (NICE, 2021) In July 2020, The International Association for the Study of Pain (IASP) revised the definition of Pain as follows: “An unpleasant sensory and