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As the opioid crisis escalates, more patients are looking for alternative forms of pain management besides medications. Studies have demonstrated several nonpharmacological strategies can provide relief to chronic pain sufferers. Cognitive Behavioral Therapy can assist with this by teaching you to identify emotional roadblocks that increase perceived threat levels or intensify pain, such as ruminating […]

Ketamine therapy has shown positive results for those struggling with depression, anxiety, PTSD and chronic pain. It provides a safe and effective alternative to traditional medications or therapies. Scolnick et al reported clinical remission for a 29-year-old woman suffering from extreme and persistent anorexia nervosa after four ketamine infusions as part of psychotherapy; this marked […]

Alternating hot and cold therapy can help increase circulation and relieve pain for a range of injuries and conditions, including joint issues. You can try it using hot water bottles, heat pads or warm baths. Sudden temperature shifts increase blood flow by stimulating localized blood vessels to expand and contract quickly, increasing circulation throughout the […]

Talk therapy (also referred to as psychotherapy) is an increasingly popular treatment option for mental health concerns, helping you cope with difficult times such as grieving for a lost loved one or being diagnosed with serious illness. SonderMind is a telehealth platform offering video and messaging sessions with licensed mental health professionals, at typically lower […]

Alternative Therapy LLC of Hamden, CT offers individual, couple and family counseling and hypnotherapy services that are culturally sensitive in order to ensure each client feels understood and supported. Complementary and alternative medicine (CAM) refers to any treatments outside the realm of traditional medicine that may help alleviate symptoms associated with cancer and aid treatment, […]