1. Can therapy really help with chronic pain?

Yes. While therapy does not remove the physical cause of pain, it helps people manage how pain is experienced and processed. Approaches such as CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, and Pain Reprocessing Therapy can reduce distress, improve coping, and even lessen the intensity of pain signals. At Dr. Ingela Thuné-Boyle LLC, I specialize in using these evidence-based techniques with clients living with chronic pain.

 

2. How does online therapy work for pain management?

Online therapy takes place over a secure video call, allowing you to connect with me from the comfort of home. This is particularly valuable for people with fatigue, mobility issues, or flare-ups that make traveling difficult. Many clients find online sessions more effective compared to in-person therapy for these very reasons.

 

3. What types of pain can benefit from psychological support?

Psychological interventions and support are helpful for a wide range of conditions, including fibromyalgia, arthritis, back pain, headaches, neuropathic pain, and neuroplastic pain. Even when pain has a clear physical cause, therapy helps reduce the emotional and nervous system responses that make it worse.

 

4. What is Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), and does it work online?

PRT is a cutting-edge approach that helps retrain the brain to interpret pain signals more accurately, especially when pain has become neuroplastic (persistent despite no ongoing tissue damage). It can be delivered effectively through online therapy, and at Dr. Ingela Thuné-Boyle LLC, I integrate PRT when appropriate for clients.

 

5. How can therapy reduce pain if the problem is physical?

Therapy does not claim that pain is “all in your head.” Instead, it recognizes the mind-body connection. Stress, fear, and negative thought patterns can amplify pain, while calming the nervous system and changing these responses can reduce its intensity. Clients often find their pain becomes more manageable and less frequent with psychological support.

 

6. Is online therapy suitable if I also take medication for pain?

Yes. Online therapy can complement medical treatments, physiotherapy, or medication. Many people benefit most from a combined approach, i.e. addressing both the physical and psychosocial aspects of pain.

 

7. How do I know if online therapy is right for me?

If you are feeling overwhelmed by pain, struggling with the emotional toll, or finding that pain is limiting your daily life, online therapy may be a good option. At Dr. Ingela Thuné-Boyle LLC, I offer consultations to help you decide whether this approach is the right fit for your needs.

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8. You can read more about my approach to therapy including fees [here​].