Chronic-Pain Workshop

Embodied Pain: Creative Release


JOIN US FOR AN EMPOWERING AND SUPPORTIVE WORKSHOP DESIGNED FOR INDIVIDUALS NAVIGATING CHRONIC PAIN
(September 10th, 2025)

THIS UNIQUE EVENT BRINGS TOGETHER AN INTERDISCIPLINARY PANEL: A PSYCHOTHERAPIST, A NEUROMUSCULAR AND CRANIOSACRAL MASSAGE THERAPIST, AND A CHRONIC PAIN WARRIOR OFFERING FIRSTHAND EXPERIENCE AND INSIGHT.

TOGETHER, WE'LL EXPLORE THE MIND-BODY CONNECTION, SHARE TOOLS FOR EMOTIONAL AND PHYSICAL COPING, AND CREATE SPACE FOR ARTISTIC EXPRESSION

YOU'LL LEAVE WITH PRACTICAL RESOURCES, A DEEPER UNDERSTANDING OF YOUR EXPERIENCE, AND THE POWER OF COMMUNITY.

COME AS YOU ARE—YOUR PAIN DESERVES TO BE HEARD.

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The workshop begins at 1:00pm, Wednesday September 10th, 2025.

What to expect:

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    Expert Panel Discussion
    Hear from a psychotherapist, a neuromuscular and craniosacral massage therapist, and a chronic pain survivor sharing lived experience and holistic insights.

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    Mind-Body Education
    Learn how chronic pain affects mental health, and explore strategies for nervous system regulation, emotional coping, and body-based healing.

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    Guided Art Expression
    Participate in creative prompts like “Pain Needs a Voice” to give form, color, and meaning to your pain through accessible, reflective art.

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    Grounding Practices
    Experience calming somatic tools like breathwork, visualization, or gentle meditation to support your body and mind in the moment.

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    Community and Story Sharing
    Optional group reflection time to share your experience, hear from others, and feel seen in a safe and supportive space.

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    Take-Home Resources
    Receive a curated list of local and national resources, coping tools, and journaling prompts to continue your healing journey after the event.

Embodied Pain: Creative Release
1:00pm September 10th, 2025

RSVP:

The workshop is $25 per person.

Sliding scale options may be available. Please reach out if cost is a barrier.

See FAQ section below for more details.

✺ Frequently asked questions ✺

  • This workshop offers practical tools for navigating chronic pain—emotionally, physically, and creatively. You'll gain insights from professionals and real-life experience, learn mind-body coping skills, and explore ways to express your pain through art. Whether you're newly diagnosed or have been managing pain for years, this is a space to feel seen, supported, and empowered.

  • Yes, the workshop is $25 per person.

    Sliding scale options may be available. Please reach out if cost is a barrier.

  • We hope to offer this workshop again in the future! You’re welcome to join our mailing list or follow us to stay updated on upcoming events and support groups.

  • Light refreshments will be provided (water/tea/snacks).
    You're also welcome to bring your own water bottle, snacks, or anything that helps you feel comfortable.

  • We’ll explore the emotional toll of chronic pain, the connection between the nervous system and pain perception, body-based healing methods, and creative expression through art.
    You’ll also receive a list of local and national resources to continue your healing beyond the workshop.

  • The workshop itself will last approximately 2 hours, including time for presentations, creative expression segment, and a closing reflection.

    We have blocked 3 hours in total for this workshop; the last hour is for optional group sharing and community building. Stay as long as you’re comfortable!

    The workshop begins at 1:00pm, Wednesday September 10th, 2025.

Optional Donations: Support Community Healing

If you feel compelled to donate or sponsor someone who may not otherwise be able to attend, please reach out to claritycounselingar@gmail.com.

Your donation helps make healing more accessible. Contributions go toward providing sliding scale options, covering materials, and expanding future workshops and mental health outreach. Every dollar helps us create inclusive, compassionate spaces where people feel seen, supported, and empowered in their healing journey.

Thank you for supporting this work—your generosity makes a huge difference.