Initial Consultation:
Your Journey Begins Here
The Initial Consultation is where we lay the foundation for understanding your pain and charting a course toward relief. This session is more than just an introduction—it’s an opportunity to explore your story, your pain, and your goals in a safe, supportive environment. Here’s what to expect:
A Holistic Review of Your Pain Story
First, we’ll dive into your medical history. This is a critical step to ensure that no “red flags” or serious medical conditions are influencing your pain. Before starting, we’ll need confirmation that you’ve had a comprehensive medical evaluation. Your health and safety are our top priorities, and understanding the bigger picture is key.
We’ll also use a variety of tools to assess your pain. We’ll look at its intensity, how it feels, when it shows up, and how it affects your life. These insights give us a baseline to measure progress and help us shape a personalized plan that’s just for you. Think of this as the foundation we’ll build on as we move forward together.
Exploring the Reframe Pain Course
One of the highlights of this session is getting to know our signature offering—the 8-week individualized pain neuroscience education course. We’ll walk you through what it entails, how it works, and why it’s been so transformative for others. Pain education is more than knowledge—it’s empowerment. Understanding pain changes how you experience it, and we’ll show you why this course is a cornerstone of that transformation.
Your Story Matters
But this session isn’t just about assessments and courses—it’s about you. Your history, your goals, and your dreams are at the heart of everything we do. We’ll explore what life looked like before the pain, and most importantly, what you want it to look like again. This is your time to share your story in a safe, supportive, and compassionate space. You direct the session as much as we do.
Demystifying Your Pain
We’ll talk about your pain—the patterns you’ve noticed, what helps, what doesn’t, and how it all began. Together, we’ll start unpacking the idea that pain is more than just a symptom; it’s a signal, a message from your brain. And here’s the empowering part: that message can be changed. Pain isn’t just something to fight—it’s something to understand. And as we explore it, you might discover things about yourself you never expected.
No Wrong Questions
This is your opportunity to ask anything. Whether it’s about pain, the course, or how we’ll work together, no question is too big or too small. We’re here to provide clarity, support, and a deeper understanding of what’s possible.
Your Investment
The initial consultation is R750. However, if you decide to embark on our 8-week individualized course and pay upfront, the consultation fee is waived. It’s our way of saying, “We’re in this together.”
Let’s Start Together
Your pain story is unique, and so is your journey toward recovery. This consultation is about more than information—it’s about hope, partnership, and the beginning of change. Let’s take that first step together and start rewriting your story.
8-Week Pain Education Course
The 8-week Pain Neuroscience Education course is where we take everything we’ve learned about your pain and use it to make meaningful, lasting changes. This course is designed to help you understand pain in a way that can transform your experience of it—gently, thoughtfully, and at your own pace.
What to Expect: The Journey Over 8 Weeks
The course is structured into eight one-hour sessions, delivered weekly at our pain clinic in Claremont, Cape Town or online for your convenience. It’s not just about listening; it’s about engaging, exploring, and discovering. Each session focuses on a key idea, crafted to challenge misconceptions about pain and foster profound conceptual change.
We don’t just tell you about pain—we take you on a journey using stories, metaphors, drawings, discussions, multimedia, and more. This isn’t your typical lecture; it’s an interactive and empowering experience. Our curriculum, inspired by the work of Lorimer Moseley and David Butler, is designed to rewire how you think about pain and how your brain responds to it.
Key Themes We’ll Explore
Every session brings new insights. Some of the ideas we’ll explore include:
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Knowledge is power: Understanding pain changes pain.
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Pain is not the same as tissue damage: It’s your brain’s way of protecting you.
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Your brain’s protective systems: Sometimes, they can become overprotective, but they’re changeable.
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The brain’s potential: It produces molecules stronger than opioids and can adapt in extraordinary ways.
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Your future is brighter: What you learn here will help with today’s challenges and tomorrow’s possibilities.
These are not just lessons—they’re life-changing revelations. We’ll show you how pain works, why it persists, and how you can begin to shift it. The course equips you with a framework to understand pain and tools to navigate your unique journey.
Beyond Education: Putting Knowledge Into Action
Alongside the educational component, we integrate graded exercise and activity exposure. This isn’t about pushing through the pain; it’s about reintroducing movement and activities in a way that feels safe and achievable. Whether it’s gardening, running, or simply enjoying a walk again, we’ll take it step by step, at your pace. You’re in control, and we’re here to guide you with compassion and expertise.
Your Role: Active Participation for Lasting Change
This course is designed for you to engage as much as possible. Each week, you’ll have “homework” to reinforce what you’ve learned and apply it to your daily life. By taking an active role, you’ll not only learn about pain—you’ll start to change your relationship with it. Every session builds on the last, and by the end, you’ll not only know more but feel stronger, more hopeful, and more empowered.
Practical Details
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Duration: 8 weeks (one hour per week)
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Cost: R6000 for the full course (includes all materials, including a workbook) or R900 per session
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Location: Pain clinic in Claremont, Cape Town or online for international clients
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Medical Aid Coverage: Most medical aid schemes do not cover this course. However, it is an invaluable investment in your health and quality of life.
Why It Works
Pain education isn’t just about understanding—it’s about rewiring. By changing how you think about pain, you change how your brain responds to it. This course offers a scientifically supported path forward, grounded in the biopsychosocial model of pain. It’s a unique combination of evidence-based education and personalized support, designed to help you rediscover life beyond pain.
So, are you ready to embark on this transformative journey? The path to understanding and relief starts here. Let’s reframe your pain, together.
Group Sessions: Healing Together
Our group sessions follow the same structure as the 8-week individualized course, delving into the transformative principles of pain neuroscience education. Each session is thoughtfully designed to guide participants through key concepts, offering practical tools and insights to better understand and manage pain.
The Power of Community
Living with chronic pain can be an isolating experience, but these sessions remind you that you are not alone. Sharing this journey with others fosters a deep sense of support and connectedness. Participants often find strength in hearing others’ stories and comfort in knowing that their struggles are understood.
How It Works
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Duration: Each group session lasts up to 90 minutes—longer than our individual sessions to accommodate collaborative discussions.
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Participants: Groups consist of 2–6 participants, ensuring an intimate and supportive environment.
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Topics Covered: The course explores the same essential concepts as the individual course, with added group discussions that enrich the learning experience.
Why Choose a Group Setting?
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Shared Understanding: It’s empowering to see that many others face similar challenges.
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Expanded Support Network: Build connections with people who truly “get it.”
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Collaborative Growth: Group discussions often spark new insights and perspectives.
Cost and Details
The full 8-week group course is R4000 per participant, including all materials and resources. A minimum of two participants is required to start a group, with a maximum of six to ensure everyone has the chance to engage.
Together, we create a shared journey toward understanding pain, reshaping its impact, and reclaiming life. Healing doesn’t happen in isolation—it thrives in connection.
Pain Education for Allied Health Professionals
In healthcare, pain is often viewed through the narrow lens of individual specialties, leaving many professionals with a limited understanding of its complexities. These educational sessions are designed to shift that perspective, equipping allied health professionals with a modern, biopsychosocial understanding of pain that can transform how they approach and support patients in pain.
What to Expect
These 60-90 minute sessions offer a concise and engaging exploration of pain neuroscience, tailored specifically for health professionals. Delivered in an accessible and thought-provoking manner, each session includes:
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A Modern Understanding of Pain: Learn the latest insights into pain biology and how they apply to clinical care.
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The Role of Education in Pain Management: Discover how education can be a powerful tool for reducing pain and improving patient outcomes.
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The Language of Pain: Understand how communication shapes pain experiences, and explore practical ways to use language that reduces fear and empowers patients.
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Practical Tools: Take away immediately applicable strategies, including simple metaphors, de-threatening language, and evidence-based educational resources.
Who Should Attend
These sessions are ideal for allied health professionals across disciplines who engage with patients experiencing pain. Whether you’re part of a hospital, clinic, or private practice, this educational opportunity is relevant to anyone who seeks to enhance their understanding and approach to pain care.
Why It Matters
Persistent pain is one of the most misunderstood and challenging conditions in healthcare. By fostering a deeper, science-based understanding of pain, these sessions empower health professionals to provide care that is empathetic, effective, and truly patient-centered.
Get in Touch
If you’re interested in hosting a session for your team or organization, reach out for more information. Together, let’s change the conversation around pain and improve the lives of those we care for.