Psychological Assessment Services

Get Answers to Kickstart Your Pain Relief Journey

If you're dealing with chronic pain, it's vital to know that various factors can influence the effectiveness of your treatment. Commonwealth Pain & Spine offers thorough psychological assessments to uncover underlying psychological and mental factors contributing to your pain to create a personalized treatment plan for improved pain management!

Who Should Consider a Psychological Pain Assessment?

If you're dealing with chronic pain, a psychological assessment can highlight any mental health issues worsening your pain. Chronic pain is complex, so a psychological evaluation may be needed to identify factors such as:

• Anger
• Stress
• Anxiety
• Sadness and depression
• Suicidal thoughts
• Potential for addiction
• Cognitive dysfunction

Chronic pain can stem from injury or illness, but stress and anxiety can worsen it. Commonwealth Pain & Spine provides various pain management treatments for a personalized plan.

Get More Out of Your Pain Management

A psychological assessment helps treat chronic pain and identify underlying mental and emotional factors. Benefits include:

• Uncovering hidden obstacles to pain relief, such as anxiety, depression, or harmful behaviors
• Developing a personalized treatment plan that addresses physical and psychological aspects
• Receiving referrals to mental health professionals who can provide targeted support and therapy
• Learning coping strategies like stress relievers and lifestyle changes for better pain management

Improve your daily life and overall well-being by addressing chronic pain's physical and psychological aspects with a comprehensive assessment from Commonwealth Pain & Spine!

How We Approach Psychological Pain Assessments 

Complete our self-referral form to begin your journey to understanding your pain. Our team will work with your PCP to obtain a referral and contact you to schedule your initial assessment.

Our team will guide you through a thorough evaluation and pain treatment process, including:

• Consultation: We'll thoroughly evaluate your psychological and emotional well-being during your assessment. This may include reviewing your health history, family history, and existing medical conditions and using specialized questionnaires.
• Personalized Treatment Planning: Based on the results of your psychological assessment, our team will collaborate with you to create a personalized treatment plan. This may include referrals to mental health professionals who can provide ongoing support.
• Integration with Pain Management: The insights gained from your psychological assessment will be integrated into your overall pain management plan. By addressing the mind-body connection, we aim to enhance the effectiveness of treatments like medication, physical therapy, and interventional procedures, ultimately improving your quality of life.
• Ongoing Support: Our team will work with you closely on your pain management and mental health journey, offering continuous support and tailoring your treatment plan based on your progress and evolving needs.

Mental health and chronic pain are closely intertwined, and addressing both physical and psychological factors is essential for effective pain management. Begin your journey to better health today with a psychological assessment from Commonwealth Pain & Spine!