Dr. Benjamin Sandler – Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Resources

Anxiety

  • Overcoming Obstacles to Implementing Progressive Muscle Relaxation (PMR) with Chronic Pain Patients

    Introduction Progressive muscle relaxation (PMR) is a widely-used technique to help reduce stress, anxiety, muscle tension, and improve mental health conditions such as generalized anxiety disorder, post-traumatic stress disorder, and major depressive disorder. All of these are relevant issues for any patients struggling with chronic pain as they tend to increase both perceive pain intensity Read more

  • 5 tips for dealing with Anxiety and Chronic Pain

    1. Practice relaxation techniques such as deep breathing, progressive muscle relaxation, and mindfulness meditation. Deep breathing Deep breathing is a relaxation technique that focuses on slow, mindful breaths. To practice this technique, start by sitting or lying in a comfortable position and closing your eyes. Focus on taking long, deep breaths in through your nose Read more