Michelle's walking this path of TMS healing with us. And she's been a client in my therapy practice for about a year. She offered to share her story on the podcast today and ...what a generous offer. I'm so grateful for the wisdom and nuance and personal touch she brings to this conversation. Join us as we talk about the "messy middle," which is a Nicole Sachs term for that hard part of the work - that part where you know you have TMS but your symptoms aren't budging. Or they're not budging enough. It's frustrating and it's difficult. And it can last for quite some time.

This one's for all of you who've ever asked yourself, in desperation, "why am I not better yet?" Right? Cuz that's so painful. Literally physically painful ...and, of course, emotionally painful too. This is a great conversation. Listen to it today - and save it for the future in case you need it again. Because healing takes time. And that's okay. That's normal. And Michelle and I are here with you to keep you company. You're on the right track. You got this.

Michelle is also a therapist! She's located in upstate New York and she's able to see clients remotely. If you're interested in contacting her about becoming a client of hers, you can reach her at: [email protected] or michellerussolcsw.com

And if you're interested in becoming a therapy client in Sean's practice, you can visit the website to request a consultation: www.mindbodymedicineforchronicpain.com

…and you’re listening to the Mind-Body Medicine for Chronic Pain Podcast

Therapist Sean Hershey, LCSW teaches you how to use psychological and emotional modalities to heal from chronic pain. Common conditions treated: Back Pain, Neck Pain, Hip Pain, Shoulder Pain, Knee Pain, Elbow Pain, Pain from Disc Bulges, Pain from Disc Degeneration, Sciatica, Neuropathy, Chronic Headaches, Migraines, Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS), Pelvic Pain, Fibromyalgia, Many Eczema and Skin Conditions, Arthritic Conditions, Depression, Anxiety, and Long Covid.

Inspired by the pioneering work of Dr. John Sarno and all who’ve built upon his theories including: Nicole Sachs, Christina Sarno Horner, Dr. Howard Schubiner, Dr. Dan Ratner, Alan Gordon, the ATNS, and so many others.

Join us as we discuss: TMS, pain as a danger signal, the pain/threat cycle, healing through psychological work, healing through emotional work, healing through patiently attuning to your true self, trauma, healing as a work in progress, maddening frustration, glimmers of hope, elating successes... But most of all, join us because you don’t have to be alone in your pain. You don’t have to be alone in the hard work of healing. And you don’t have to be alone as this starts to work for you, and you begin to get better.

We’re all walking this path together. We’re right here with you.

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