Living with chronic pain can feel exhausting and all-consuming.You may have tried everything- medications, treatments, specialists and still find yourself wondering if there's another way. What if healing didn't mean fixing what's broken, but reconnecting with the wisdom your body already holds?
My practice offers a different path: one grounded in neuroscience, compassion, and the understanding that your pain makes sense, even when it feels overwhelming.
I'm Sue, a Registered Social Worker, psychotherapist, chronic pain researcher and national presenter with over 30 years of experience in healthcare. My specialized focus is helping people navigate chronic pain through somatic and trauma-informed approaches. Using Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) and nervous system regulation techniques, I help you shift how your brain interprets pain signals - not through force, but through gentle, body-based practices that invite awareness and resilience. My work is built on trust, empathy, and yes, a smidge of humour, because healing happens best when you feel safe, respected, and truly seen.
What if you could transform your relationship with pain?My virtual practice serves Ontario residents, offering a supportive space to explore new possibilities for healing. For those who want to deepen their practice between sessions, I offer free guided somatic meditations on Insight Timer at InsightTimer.com/SusanWard
Whether you're seeking relief, understanding, or simply a place to be heard without judgment, I'm here to walk this journey with you - one compassionate step at a time.