"The support group helped me clarify the process of chronic pain. It's a syndrome and affects the whole body. Seeing others come into the group, I see the pattern. I couldn't find a support group for years but my wife finally found it in the newspaper."
Kent, group member.
MENTAL HEALTH SERVICES
- SUPERVISION:
Pain Connection is now offering supervision to mental health
professionals interested in working with chronic pain clients. Call the
office for information and fees.
- SPECIALIZED THERAPY GROUP:
Pain Connection offers to collaborate with local pain management clinics and community services in providing therapeutic services for therapy groups. Topics include: self management of pain, depression and anxiety, relationships, healing process and redefining what is normal. Relaxation techniques, guided imagery and meditation will be taught.
The groups will be led by Pain Management Specialists/Clinical Social Workers, Gwenn Herman, Mary French, Paula Mintzies and Mona Mendelson.
* The fee per session is $80.00. Many insurance companies cover group therapy, the extent of coverage depends on individual policies.
For more information on signing up for the group or if your agency would like to start a group contact: Gwenn Herman, LCSW-C, DCSW, 301-231-0008
