MGH Support Groups
Updated 5/2010

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Chronic Pain Group

For MGH Revere patients who have chronic pain lasting for at least 3 months

What : A 12 week group program that helps individuals who are dealing with chronic pain. The group teaches methods to better reduce and control pain and provide support around depression, anxiety, sleep problems and other concerns that frequently accompany chronic pain. There is a strong emphasis on the benefits of relaxation and meditation in managing pain. The group also helps patients increase positive communication with providers, family members and significant people in their lives.
When : Please call for more information
Where : MGH-CHA Wellness Center, 5th Floor, MGH-Revere.
Facilitated by : Alexandra Kirkpatrick LICSW and Stephanie Johnson LICSW

*Referrals are sent by your physician or nurse practitioner, from Revere Healthcare Center.

**Participants are required to meet individually with the chronic pain group team for an intake assessment and goal-making session.

This group is organized by the MGH-CHA Wellness Center