FILLING THE GAPS IN PAIN CARE is an 8 week program designed for people with pain and their families to improve their ability to manage chronic pain more effectively in collaboration with their health care providers, resulting in an increased sense of well being and improved quality of life.

• ONE ON ONE INDIVIDUAL ASSESSMENT
• MIND BODY SKILLS
• VITAL SELF CARE SKILLS
• LEARN ABOUT COMPLEMENTARY AND ALTERANATIVE APPROACHES including Mindfulness Based Practice, Biofeedback, Guided Imagery, Nutrition/Herbs, Gentle Movement, Acupuncture
• TREATMENT PLANNING
• FAMILY AND SOCIAL INTERACTIONS
• SELF ADVOCACY that works!

CLASS DESCRIPTION:
Even before classes begin clients meet with one of our clinicians for individual assessment. Each week the 2 hour class, paced for people with pain, includes both didactic and experiential skill building modules with an emphasis on participants utilizing their own internal healing abilities. Clients learn skills to manage pain each week.

Some insurance companies do reimburse for this group. Pain Connection does not take insurance but will provide you with a receipt to give to your insurance company.

Dates: Fridays, 27 January 2012 - 16 March 2012
Time: 9:30AM to 12:00PM (Paced for people with pain).
Cost: $250 per person, which includes the cost of an initial interview, manual and 8 sessions.
Receive a $25 rebate if you attend all sessions and return the 6 month follow-up forms. Current paying Members $225.
Payment must be made in full before first class.
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CUTTING EDGE FEATURES:
Treating chronic pain is complex and affects people physically, emotionally, cognitively, socially and environmentally.

• Caring licensed clinicians, many who have personal experience with pain
• Small groups to increase individual attention and support
• Significant others are included in the program
• Weekly sessions and daily practice of learned skills
• Outcome criteria is measured and impact is assessed for pain intensity, physical and emotional functioning
• Cost effective program that can complement and enhance other treatment

TEACHERS' BIOGRAPHIES:
GWENN HERMAN, LCSW-C, DCSW: Founder and Executive Director of Pain Connection, Ms. Herman has over 30 years experience as a licensed clinical certified social worker. She is the Maryland State Leader of the American Pain Foundation Power Over Pain Action Network and her work has been featured in many publications including the Washington Post. She has chronic pain as a result of an automobile accident and incorporates her experience into her work. Ms. Herman is the co-author of “Making the Invisible Visible Chronic Pain Training Manual for Health Care Providers.”

MARY FRENCH, LCSW-C, RN: Former President of Pain Connection, Maryland State Leader of the American Pain Foundation Power Over Pain Network, has more than 25 years experience as a nurse and licensed psychotherapist specializing in treating trauma and chronic pain. She is a Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction teacher and in her practice successfully integrates traditional and holistic approaches including mindfulness based practices, hypnosis, EMDR, and guided imagery. She is a frequent speaker and the co- author of “Making the Invisible Visible Chronic Pain Training Manual .”

Directions to 12320 Parklawn Drive, Rockville, MD:
From Rockville Pike, take Randolph Road going east. At the stoplight, turn left on Parklawn Drive. We are approximately a half mile up on the left hand side.
From points east, take Randolph Road to Parklawn Drive. At the stoplight, turn right on Parklawn Drive. We are approximately a half mile up on the left hand side.
From I-270, take the Montrose Road East Exit, Exit 4A. Stay on Montrose Road. You will cross Rockville Pike. You are now on Randolph Road. At the stoplight, turn left on Parklawn Drive. We are approximately a half mile up on the left hand side.

Register and Pay:
Dates: Fridays, 1/27/12 through 3/16/12
Time: 9:30AM to 12:00PM (Paced for people with pain)
Cost: $250 per person, which includes the cost of an initial interview, manual and 8 sessions.
Receive a $25 rebate if you attend all sessions and return the 6 month follow-up forms. Current paying Members $225.
Payment must be made in full before first class.

Scholarships are now available for Filling the Gaps in Pain Care. Please register online or call the office at 301-231-0008.