Compassionate Pain Management Therapy in Tampa, FL
Chronic or acute pain doesn't just affect your body—it touches every part of your life. At EMDR and Psychotherapy, we understand how physical discomfort can shape your emotional world, your relationships, and even your sense of self. That’s why we offer specialized Pain Management Therapy in Tampa, FL, designed to help you reconnect with your body and reduce suffering from the inside out.
Elizabeth Handy, MS, LCPC, EMDR-C, Brainspotting-C, is the sole therapist at our practice. With over 20 years of experience in private psychotherapy, she brings unmatched expertise and compassion to her work with pain-related conditions. Her trauma-informed approach goes beyond standard treatments, addressing how past experiences, anxiety, PTSD, and unresolved emotional trauma can influence pain perception. As a former paramedic and Lieutenant Training Officer, Elizabeth also brings unique insight into the physical and emotional toll of long-term pain and crisis.
If you’re searching for a seasoned Pain Management Therapist in Tampa, FL who treats the whole person, you’ve come to the right place. Elizabeth combines therapies like EMDR, Brainspotting, mindfulness, and somatic work to help clients safely explore and shift pain patterns. Each session is tailored to your needs—whether you’re coping with fibromyalgia, chronic migraines, old injuries, or medically unexplained symptoms.
Through Pain Management Therapy, you’ll begin to build a new relationship with your body. Our goal is not to suppress your symptoms, but to empower you with tools that enhance awareness, emotional balance, and physical ease. This approach benefits people from all backgrounds, especially those who feel let down by the traditional medical system. Start your healing journey today in Tampa, FL.
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I offer in-person sessions at my Georgetown, Texas office, but most clients meet with me online. I’m licensed in Texas, Maryland, Washington DC, Virginia, and Florida—so if you're in one of these states, we can absolutely work together from the comfort of your own space.
What Makes Pain Management Therapy Effective at EMDR and Psychotherapy?
At EMDR and Psychotherapy, Pain Management Therapy is deeply personal, scientifically grounded, and trauma-informed. Elizabeth Handy doesn’t apply a one-size-fits-all method. Instead, she draws from advanced training and real-world experience to address your pain from both psychological and physiological angles. Pain is never “just in your head,” but research confirms that the brain and nervous system play critical roles in how we feel and respond to physical discomfort.
Many clients in Tampa, FL seek out Elizabeth’s care after years of failed medical interventions. By combining evidence-based practices like EMDR and Brainspotting with deep listening and somatic awareness, she helps uncover emotional blocks and nervous system patterns that contribute to persistent pain.
Here’s what you can expect when working with a Pain Management Specialist in Tampa like Elizabeth:
- Validation of your physical and emotional experience of pain
- Safe exploration of trauma or unresolved emotional stress
- Tools to regulate the nervous system and reduce pain intensity
- Practical skills to manage flare-ups and increase daily function
- Support in rebuilding confidence, purpose, and self-trust
We understand that the term Pain Management Therapists in Tampa, FL can refer to a wide range of professionals. But here at EMDR and Psychotherapy, you’ll be working one-on-one with Elizabeth—whose training and compassion sets her apart. Our approach respects your story, your symptoms, and your strength. It’s care rooted in science and guided by empathy.
Call Now: (443) 534-1142Is Pain Management Therapy Right for You?
Living with pain day after day can be isolating, exhausting, and demoralizing. Many people in Tampa, FL are silently struggling—told to “push through” or left feeling dismissed when tests come back normal. If you feel like no one truly understands what you’re going through, Pain Management Therapy with Elizabeth Handy may offer the perspective and tools you’ve been missing.
You don’t have to be in crisis to benefit from therapy. In fact, many people seek out support because they’re simply tired of hurting—physically and emotionally. Pain Management Therapy in Tampa is ideal for:
- People with chronic conditions like fibromyalgia, arthritis, or back pain
- Individuals with pain linked to trauma, anxiety, or PTSD
- First responders, veterans, or medical professionals living with complex stress
- Clients recovering from surgery or old injuries
- Anyone who wants a mind-body approach to healing
Elizabeth’s trauma-informed methods recognize the deep links between stress, pain, and emotional regulation. Her work helps calm the nervous system, restore body trust, and uncover emotional patterns that may be contributing to physical discomfort. Whether you’re local to Tampa, FL, or looking for Online Pain Management, your healing journey can begin now—with someone who truly understands.
We also serve a growing number of clients remotely through Online Pain Management in Tampa, FL. These virtual sessions are ideal for clients with mobility challenges, busy schedules, or high-pain days that make travel difficult. You’ll receive the same expert care and compassionate support—just from the comfort of your own space.
Get Started TodayGet Support from a Trusted Pain Management Therapist in Tampa, FL
If you’re searching for experienced Pain Management Therapists in Tampa, FL who understand trauma, pain, and emotional healing—look no further. Elizabeth Handy offers more than credentials; she brings presence, precision, and genuine care to every session. Her years as a paramedic and trauma specialist have taught her how to hold space for the full complexity of pain—both visible and invisible.
Therapy sessions are paced according to your comfort and needs. You won’t be rushed, dismissed, or pushed. Instead, you’ll be supported by a Pain Management Specialist who sees your pain, validates your experience, and collaborates with you to reduce suffering and improve your overall quality of life.
Here’s how to get started:
- Contact us via the website or phone to schedule your initial consultation
- Discuss your goals and pain history with Elizabeth in a compassionate intake session
- Create a personalized treatment plan using methods that best support your body and mind
Whether you're seeking traditional in-office visits or prefer the flexibility of Online Pain Management in Tampa, FL, Elizabeth Handy is here to support you. You’ll work with a professional who respects your story, understands the language of pain, and empowers you to regain control of your life.
Start today with personalized Pain Management Therapy in Tampa, FL. Your path to healing and resilience is just one conversation away.
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Take the first step toward recovery and rediscovery. Contact me today to schedule a consultation and explore how my specialized therapies can help you overcome trauma and reclaim your life.
Get Started TodayWhat our clients say
Elizabeth has been a part of our lives for the last several years and has made a huge impact that has led to a much more enriched life. We couldn’t be more grateful for finding her.
- Manny & Nicole ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
I have had two sessions so far and I’ve noticed a big change in how I feel & think. Brainspotting is a very powerful treatment even if it appears to be simple. I wish more people knew that this was an option. Definitely recommend.
- Sarah ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
It’s her honesty that’s so refreshing. Elizabeth is a very caring person, not cold or technical. She's warm and loving.
- Anne ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Your treatment has a beginning, middle and end and we will take the first step together.
Conditions I treat
- Physical and emotional trauma and Complex PTSD
- Postpartum depression
- Couples therapy
- Birth trauma
- Performance anxiety (public speaking, sports, creative arts)
- Victims of crime, industrial injuries, motor vehicle crashes, and natural/ manmade disasters
- Dissociative and attachment disorders
- Depression, panic and anxiety
- Cancer and medical trauma
- Phobias
- Recovery from injury, accident, and medical trauma
- Preparation and recovery from surgery
- Stress and trauma-related illness
- Sexual dysfunction
- Combat trauma
- Abuse & neglect
- Grief and loss
- Trauma
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