Integrating Psychological Therapies in Chronic Pain Management

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Michael Nguyen

University of Melbourne, Australia

: J Addict Behav Ther Rehabil

Abstract

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Chronic pain is intricately linked with psychological factors such as anxiety, depression, and catastrophizing. Dr. Michael Nguyen from Sydney explores evidence-based psychological interventions including cognitive-behavioral (CBT), acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT), and mindfulness for chronic pain. He discusses how multidisciplinary pain programs incorporate these therapies to improve patient coping, reduce disability, and enhance treatment adherence. therapy Barriers to implementation and strategies for tailoring interventions to diverse populations will also be addressed. This session encourages pain clinicians to adopt a biopsychosocial model for holistic patient care.

Biography

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Dr. Michael Nguyen is a clinical psychologist specializing in pain management at Royal Prince Alfred Hospital, Sydney. He holds a PhD in clinical psychology from the University of Melbourne and has extensive experience integrating psychological treatments in multidisciplinary pain clinics.