#181: Overcoming Chronic Pain with Shira Hefter

Shira is a passionate and dedicated therapist who excels in her field. With a unique blend of skills, she helps individuals overcome chronic pain and illness, guides athletes and performers to achieve their highest potential, and supports people on their journey to recover from trauma. Shira also specializes in leading transformative Ketamine therapy sessions. In addition to her therapeutic expertise, Shira is a professional dancer, certified yoga instructor, and a former nationally ranked rhythmic gymnast. If you're seeking to enhance self-love and personal growth, Shira is your go-to expert. She will challenge you and help you uncover and transform your patterns, empowering you to become the best version of yourself. We discuss topics including: The brain learns to have pain in various pathways Understanding danger signals and understanding that we can create the danger signals Anxiety is a danger signal Pain is a danger signal The importance of meditation tracking and to experience the sensation   SHOW NOTES: www.therapybyshira.com https://www.instagram.com/shira_listens/ Book : Unlearn your pain by Howard Schubiner, MD  ____________________________________________ If you have any questions regarding the topics discussed on this podcast, please reach out to Robyn directly via email: [email protected] You can also connect with Robyn on social media by following her on Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and LinkedIn. If you enjoyed this podcast, please leave a review on iTunes and subscribe. Visit Robyn's private practice website where you can subscribe to her free monthly insight newsletter, and receive your FREE GUIDE "Maximizing Your Time with Those Struggling with an Eating Disorder". Your Recovery Resource, Robyn's new online course for navigating your loved one's eating disorder, is available now! For more information on Robyn's book "The Eating Disorder Trap", please visit the Official "The Eating Disorder Trap" Website. "The Eating Disorder Trap" is also available for purchase on Amazon.