Next sessions July 17, 24, 31 and Aug 7 2025.
Registration Closes July 10th
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Have you experienced chronic pain and visited doctors numerous times, undergone various tests and imaging studies, yet received reports showing no cause OR have your scans showed degenerative changes or bulging discs? This type of therapy may be suitable for you.
Developed by Dr. Howard Schubiner MD, this course explores the relationship between mind and body, revealing how emotions and physical pain are interconnected. The course instructors include Registered Nurses who personally experienced chronic pain and used this treatment themselves. Additionally, a masters level psychotherapist will be present during some sessions.
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Treatment partially covered by: ​
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How Effective is This Treatment
​Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) have shown promising efficacy in reducing pain and improving other pain-related outcomes.
Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) has shown high success rates in treating chronic pain, with a substantial portion of patients reporting elimination or near-elimination of pain, according to a study published in JAMA Psychiatry. Specifically, a study found that 66% of patients reported being pain-free or nearly pain-free after PRT.
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EAET demonstrates superior pain reduction compared to Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) in some studies, with a higher percentage of patients achieving clinically significant pain reduction (63% vs 17% for EAET vs CBT).
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How These Therapies Work Together
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Pain Reprocessing Therapy helps your brain reinterpret pain signals, leading to sustainable relief.
Real Results You Can Expect
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Substantial reduction in pain levels
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Improved mood and overall well-being
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Enhanced physical functioning
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Stronger, more meaningful relationships
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Better emotional regulation
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Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy (EAET) complements Pain Reprocessing Therapy by helping you understand and address the emotional roots of your pain
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Identify connections between stress and pain
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Express previously suppressed emotions
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Develop healthier communication patterns
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Build stronger relationships
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What Sets These Therapies Apart
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Unlike traditional treatments that focus solely on managing symptoms, these therapies target the root causes of chronic pain
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Fibromyalgia
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Temporomandibular pain
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Pelvic pain
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Back pain
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Neck and shoulder pain
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Headaches
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IBS
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While these therapies are relatively new, research shows promising results
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Take the First Step Today
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Break free from the cycle of chronic pain. Come see for yourself how these innovative therapies can help you achieve lasting relief and improved quality of life.
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Next sessions July 17, 24, 31 and Aug 7 2025.
Registration Closes July 10th
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This treatment is not just for Chronic Pain! EAET and PRT is also evidenced-based to treat most forms of :
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Back pain, including most disc bulges and degenerative changes (ask for exclusions)
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Neck pain, including most disc bulges and degenerative changes (ask for exclusions)
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Other musculoskeletal pain (ask for exclusions)
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Chronic headaches (ask for exclusions)
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Migraine (ask for exclusions)
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IBS – Irritable Bowel Syndrome (ask for exclusions)
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Irritable Bladder Syndrome (ask for exclusions)
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RSI
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Tennis elbow
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CRPS (ask for exclusions)
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Fibromyalgia
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Many eczema / skin conditions
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Some arthritic conditions
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Some endometriosis presentations
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RSD
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Some interstitial cystitis presentations
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Depression
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Anxiety
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POTS (Postural orthostatic tachycardia syndrome)
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Other medically unexplained chronic pain
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Other medically unexplained chronic fatigue
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Important Note: The latest medical evidence is showing a poor relationship between degenerative changes or bulging discs, and chronic pain. This program is effective at making the neurological, mental and emotional shifts which are usually required to overcome chronic pain.
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These therapies involve exploring past experiences and emotions. While temporary discomfort may occur during treatment, many patients experience significant long-term benefits. We will help guide you through the process safely and supportively.
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For more information see the following:
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Documentary created following Dr Howard Schubiner MD and EAET & PRT patient groups
https://www.thismighthurtfilm.com/
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National Institute of Health Funded Studies:
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Lumley MA, Schubiner H, Lockhart NA, Kidwell KM, Harte SE, Clauw DJ, Williams DA. Emotional awareness and expression therapy, cognitive behavioral therapy, and education for fibromyalgia: a cluster-randomized controlled trial. Pain. 2017 Dec;158(12):2354-2363. doi: 10.1097/j.pain.0000000000001036. PMID: 28796118; PMCID: PMC5680092.
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Lumley MA, Schubiner H. Emotional Awareness and Expression Therapy for Chronic Pain: Rationale, Principles and Techniques, Evidence, and Critical Review. Curr Rheumatol Rep. 2019 May 23;21(7):30. doi: 10.1007/s11926-019-0829-6. PMID: 31123837; PMCID: PMC7309024.
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Ashar, Y. K., Gordon, A., Schubiner, H., Uipi, C., Knight, K., Anderson, Z., Carlisle, J., Polisky, L., Geuter, S., Flood, T. F., Kragel, P. A., Dimidjian, S., Lumley, M. A., & Wager, T. D. (2022). Effect of Pain Reprocessing Therapy vs Placebo and Usual Care for Patients With Chronic Back Pain: A Randomized Clinical Trial. JAMA psychiatry, 79(1), 13–23. https://doi.org/10.1001/jamapsychiatry.2021.2669
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