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Treating the whole person The role of psychological services in multidisciplinary pain management. Chris Nadasi, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management Kalispell, Montana. Conflict of Interest Disclosure. Chris Nadasi has no real or apparent
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Treating the whole person The role of psychological services in multidisciplinary pain management Chris Nadasi, Ph.D., Clinical Psychologist The Montana Center for Wellness and Pain Management Kalispell, Montana
Conflict of Interest Disclosure Chris Nadasi has no real or apparent conflicts of interest to report.
Role of mental health services What do we do? We support efforts to reduce pain, and address the accompanying suffering.
Modalities Assessment Individual Counseling Group Format Counseling Education Skill building and practice Consultation Supporting the provider/patient relationship
What do supportive mental health services look like? Adapting through new skills and ways of thinking Identifying and addressing obstacles to a healthy self and promoting wellness Fostering active collaboration in care
Learning new skills and behaviors Education about pain and comorbidities Cognitive Behavioral Therapy Supporting changes in habits Mindfulness
Addressing obstacles to wellness Stress reduction Unhelpful habits Restoring a wellness-directed life
Patient as collaborative partner Education Identifying and addressing challenges to collaboration