Biobehavioral physiotherapy
Biobehavioral physiotherapy integrates a modern understanding of biological, psychological, social, and behavioral processes to comprehensively address health. The principles underlying this approach are straightforward, effective, and based in the latest science.
There are no gimmicks, quick fixes, or empty promises to be found here. Through holistic, individualized therapy based on the following 3 pillars, I aim to equip you with the knowledge, physical capability, and mental resilience needed to live life in alignment with your values—unconstrained by pain.
Collaborative learning 1
One of the biggest challenges in dealing with persistent pain is how we make sense of it. You might think, "If it hurts, there must be something seriously wrong," or "I need to avoid certain movements or activities to prevent more damage." These thoughts are completely natural, but they can lead to a cycle of avoidance and heightened sensitivity, which prolongs suffering.
On the other hand, some people take the opposite approach, trying to dismiss their pain entirely. Perhaps you've said to yourself, "If I just ignore it and keep going, it will eventually resolve." A mindset of relentlessly pushing through can also trap you in a cycle that worsens pain and prevents recovery.
Instead of falling into these extremes, a more productive approach can be developed through reflecting on our experiences and leaning into beneficial perspectives. Discovering the exact factors that are driving your pain, and how to navigate the recovery journey in a way that puts you back in control, is a process characterized by patient exploration—and collaborative learning.
Gradual training 2
As mentioned before, it's common to either stop doing valued activities because you're afraid of making the pain worse, or push through until you can't tolerate it any longer. We help you break this cycle by finding a middle ground, setting specific goals and developing a concrete plan for achieving them.
Controlled exposure to physical and emotional stress—gradual training—is the most effective method for treating pain and injury, simultaneously improving your physical function and mental resilience. It is the vehicle for getting back to doing things that bring joy and fulfillment to your life.
We'll take progressive steps toward building your confidence and resilience in movement (and in life). Depending on your current situation and how you've been handling your pain thus far, this may involve modifying or temporarily abstaining from current activities, or adding new ones.
Lifestyle alignment 3
Recovery from persistent pain isn't just about medications and exercise. Its foundation lies in reconnecting with your interests, goals, and core values. Lifestyle management—or what I prefer to call lifestyle alignment—involves making intentional and meaningful adjustments to ensure your daily actions support your long-term success.
Everyone's life is different, so we'll take the time to explore in detail how your current routines, habits, and environment might be maintaining your pain and suffering. This includes looking at areas like work-life balance, stress management, sleep quality, and personal relationships.
By gradually aligning your actions with wholesome values and intentions, you'll find yourself living a life that feels more authentic and less constrained by pain. Whether it's improving sleep hygiene or creating moments throughout the day for self-care, every change we make together is designed to support not just your physical health, but your total well-being and reduction of suffering.