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In this episode of the Heal with Grace podcast, Grace interviews Vanessa Blackstone, the executive director of the Pain Psychology Center. Vanessa, who has a background in social work and is a citizen of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, shares her journey from dealing with her own chronic pain to becoming a therapist in pain reprocessing therapy (PRT). They delve into the concept of PRT, explaining how it aims to address the neural pathways in the brain that perpetuate chronic pain by creating messages of safety and soothing the nervous system. Vanessa discusses the challenges of establishing a sense of safety, particularly for those who didn't grow up in secure environments. Through her personal stories and therapeutic experiences, she emphasises the importance of slowing down, understanding one's emotions, and using authentic messages of safety to foster healing. The episode also touches on the broader aspects of creating safety in one's current life and explores how our past and present environments influence our sense of security
Resources from Grace:
- Mind-Body Healing Method Program - start healing NOW
- Submit your Question for Grace to answer on the podcast
- Work with me in therapy or coaching
- FREE Chronic Pain Relief Starter Kit
- 6 weeks free with Curable: https://getcurable.com/healwithgrace
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Chapters
1. 52. Best of 2024: Ep. 24 How to create your own authentic messages of safety (00:00:00)
2. Vanessa's Journey to Pain Psychology (00:00:54)
3. Understanding Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) (00:06:30)
4. The Importance of Safety Messages (00:11:08)
5. Challenges in Believing Safety (00:17:13)
6. Unpacking Childhood Experiences (00:20:50)
7. The Joy of Shopping Alone (00:30:06)
8. Engaging Clients with Relatable Scenarios (00:30:34)
9. Understanding Nervous System Needs (00:31:26)
10. Self-Compassion and Body Awareness (00:34:04)
11. Personal Story: Overcoming Childhood Fears (00:36:32)
12. Creating Safety in Present Life (00:43:21)
13. The Bigger Story Behind Sensations (00:47:01)
14. Book Recommendation: The Alchemist (00:50:44)
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