Managing Chronic Pain through Mindfulness Emotional Awareness

Maggie and Dr. Monroe explore the intricate connection between chronic pain and emotional stress. Through guided imagery, mindfulness, and emotional processing techniques, Maggie begins to uncover how unresolved emotions may be contributing to her physical discomfort. She recalls a time when she was pain-free and learns how to bring that feeling into her daily life. The session introduces techniques like body scanning, breathwork, and emotional acknowledgment to help her navigate both pain and emotional triggers. Maggie leaves the session with a deeper understanding of her body’s signals and a personalized plan to incorporate mindfulness into her pain management routine.

• Member: Margaret “Maggie”, 70-year-old female, California

• Therapist: Dr. Monroe, Licensed Clinical Psychologist