This is Your Story—Pain Doesn’t Get to Be the Main Character

integrative, Evidence-based online therapy for chronic pain

You’ve Tried Everything—But the Pain Is Still There

Chronic pain isn’t just about discomfort—it’s exhaustion, frustration, and the creeping doubt that life will always feel this hard. It affects how you sleep, how you work, how you move, and even how you think. You feel unheard, dismissed, or like you're constantly justifying your experience to people who don’t get it.

You’re not making it up. You’re not overreacting. And you definitely don’t have to suffer in silence. Here you’ll find care that validates your experiences and helps you find ways to regain control over the pain and your well-being.

Pain might be a part of your story—but it doesn’t get to be the author

Therapy won’t magically erase the pain, but it can help loosen its grip—and help you step out of survival mode and into a life that feels more like you.

Together, we’ll work to untangle the emotional weight of chronic pain, break free from patterns that keep you stuck, and find new ways to reclaim your autonomy.

Through a mix of mind-body approaches, trauma-informed care, and practical strategies, we’ll create a roadmap toward relief—not just for your body, but for your mind and spirit as well.

Therapy Can Help With . . .

  • rewiring pain pathways

    Rewiring pain pathways so your brain isn’t stuck in a loop of suffering.

  • stress can make pain worse

    Managing the stress, anxiety, and depression that can make pain worse.

  • pain coping strategies

    Learning pain coping strategies that actually work.

  • get back to living your life

    Figuring out how to live your life without pain calling the shots.

You deserve more than survival mode.

Let’s get you back to living.

Meet Dr. Anahita Kalianivala

I help people with chronic pain reclaim their lives—one step, one breath, one moment at a time.

I’m a clinical psychologist who specializes in the intersection of chronic pain, trauma, and mental health. My approach is warm, direct, and evidence-based—rooted in the belief that while pain may be part of your story, it doesn’t define who you are. 

My online therapy practice is built on integrative and client-focused chronic pain management, blending evidence-based therapies with mind-body strategies to support your whole self. I also support individuals managing health-related stress or complex medical concerns. Whether you're feeling overwhelmed by your symptoms, anxious about medical procedures, or just exhausted by the daily weight of it all, I’m here to help you find relief, strength, and a renewed sense of possibility.

Services for Chronic Pain Management

Each person’s journey with chronic pain is unique, and so is my approach.

Whether you need ongoing therapy, short-term support, or mind-body techniques to better manage your symptoms, we’ll find what works for you. My integrative, client-centered approach helps you navigate both the physical and emotional impact of pain with real, research-backed relief.

Individual Therapy

One-on-one support tailored to your specific experience with chronic pain. In online therapy for chronic pain, we’ll work together to reduce emotional suffering, develop coping strategies, and help you regain a sense of control over your life.

  • Learn more about modalities I draw from here.

  • Learn about service fees here.

Pre-Surgical Evaluations

These psychological evaluations are for individuals considering invasive pain procedures (e.g., spinal cord stimulators). They ensure that you’re mentally and emotionally prepared for the journey ahead by assessing your expectations, readiness, and recovery strategies.

Learn about the referral process here.

Group Services

  • CBT for Chronic Pain is a structured weekly group designed to help you rewire unhelpful thought patterns, build coping skills, and find genuine support. You’ll learn how to manage pain-related stress and connect with others who get it.

  • Empowered Relief is a condensed yet powerful introduction to pain-coping strategies in a supportive group setting. This single 2-hour session provides you with science-backed tools to help you manage pain more effectively and feel more in control. Sign up today!

Benefits of Therapy for Chronic Pain

  • Integrative chronic pain management tailored to your unique experience.

  • Break free from cycles of frustration, hopelessness, and self-blame.

  • Learn techniques to manage stress and emotional overwhelm.

  • Improve sleep, energy, and daily functioning.

  • Develop communication tools for speaking with doctors, loved ones, or others who may not understand what it’s like living with chronic pain.

  • Shift from “just getting through the day” to actually living.

  • Gain emotional resilience to navigate flare-ups and setbacks.

  • Reconnect with joy, creativity, and the parts of you that pain hasn’t taken away.

You don’t have to figure this out alone.

Chronic pain can make the world feel smaller, isolating you in ways others don’t always understand. But you don’t have to do this by yourself. If you’re looking for chronic pain management that acknowledges the whole you—your mind, body, and lived experience—I’m here to help. We’ll figure out a way forward together. 

If you’re interested in online therapy for chronic pain or have questions, please schedule a free consultation.