Chronic pain is more than a physical experience—it affects emotional and psychological well-being as well. In this workshop, therapists will explore the profound impact of chronic pain and how it intersects with co-morbid psychological conditions such as anxiety and depression. Participants will gain valuable insights into the brain-body connection, focusing on the brain’s role in pain perception and the influence of emotional and psychological factors. Therapists will also learn to distinguish between structural and neural circuit-related pain and be introduced to evidence-based interventions, including Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), for treating chronic pain in their clients.

This workshop goes beyond theory, offering practical tools and strategies that therapists can implement immediately in their practice. Through case studies, experiential exercises, and group discussions, participants will learn how to tailor pain management approaches that address both the physical and psychological needs of their clients. The integration of various therapeutic modalities will empower therapists to provide holistic care, choosing the most effective interventions for clients with chronic pain and related psychological conditions. By the end, participants will be equipped to enhance their clients’ quality of life through a comprehensive, mind-body approach to pain treatment.

Attendance and Location Details

Date and Time

**This is a 6-CE online seminar delivered virtually in real-time via an industry-standard webinar platform**

Friday, June 27, 2025 9:00am to 4:30pm CST / 10:00am to 5:30pm EST / 7:00am to 2:30pm PST

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Agenda:

9:00 AM – 9:10 AM: Introduction and Overview

9:10 AM – 10:00 AM: Understanding Chronic Pain in the Brain and Body

10:00 AM – 11:00 AM: The Causes of Chronic Pain

11:00 AM – 11:15 AM: Break

11:15 AM – 12:00 PM: Structural vs. Neuroplastic Pain

12:00 PM – 1:00 PM: Lunch Break

1:00 PM – 2:00 PM: Co-Morbid Psychological Conditions and Chronic Pain

2:00PM – 2:30 PM: Treatment Modalities for Chronic Pain

2:30 PM – 2:45 PM: Break

2:45 PM – 4:20 PM: Treatment Modalities Continued

4:20PM – 4:30 PM: Closing Thoughts and Q&A

Objectives:

This training will provide participants clinical knowledge and tools to:

a). After completing this training, participants will be able to describe the common causes of chronic pain.

b). After completing this training, participants will be able to explain the mechanisms of pain within the brain and body.

c). After completing this training, participants will be able to define structural and neuroplastic pain.

d). After completing this training, participants will be able to describe the common comorbid psychological conditions associated with chronic pain.

e). After completing this training, participants will be able to understand how different treatment modalities such as CBT, ACT, and PRT conceptualize chronic pain.

f). After completing this training, participants will be able to utilize somatic tracking with chronic pain clients.

Target Audience:

The target audience for this event includes psychologists, social workers, counselors, MFT’s, psychiatrists and other clinical mental health professionals.

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Instructor(s): Corey Petersen, PhD, LCMFT

Material Author(s): Corey Petersen, PhD, LCMFT

Dr. Corey Petersen is a communication specialist and the owner of Communication and Connection Therapy. She completed her Ph.D. in Communication Studies at the University of Kansas, where her research focused on psychotherapeutic language and communication ethics. Prior to her Ph.D., Corey earned Master’s degrees in Marriage and Family Studies and Professional Communication. In addition to her formal education, she has completed training in four Gottman Method programs (Level 1, Level 2, Seven Principles, and Bringing Baby Home), Collaborative Language Couples Therapy, and has further training with various other relationship-oriented theories and models. Corey has been teaching collegiately for over 9 years in both the psychology and communication fields. When she is not teaching, she meets with clients in her private practice.

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