The Mind-Body Couple

Nov 14 2024 85 ep. 28 mins 15
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Tanner Murtagh and Anne Hampson are therapists who treat neuroplastic pain and mind-body concerns. They are also married! Tanner in his 20s overcame chronic pain using psychological techniques after recognizing his pain was only occurring in his brain due to learned neural pathways and his emotional state. Tanner and Anne worked together in their relationship to cultivate healing. Since then Tanner and Anne have dedicated their lives to treating neuroplastic pain, mind-body concerns, and educating the public about this common type of chronic pain. This podcast is meant to help you overcome chronic pain and symptoms!

This podcast is owned by Pain Psychotherapy Canada Inc.

This podcast is produced by Alex Klassen, who is one of the wonderful therapists at Pain Psychotherapy Canada.

Tanner and Anne have a therapy agency in Calgary, Alberta, Canada called Pain Psychotherapy Canada. Learn more about Tanner and Anne’s work on their agencies website: https://www.painpsychotherapy.ca/

Their agency MBody Community provides an in depth course to support you in healing from chronic pain and symptoms: https://www.mbodycommunity.com/

Also check out Tanner's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Fl6WaFHnh4ponuexaMbFQ They also post daily on instagram: @painpsychotherapy 

Disclaimer: The information provided by Anne and Tanner on this podcast is for general informational and educational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional advice, psychotherapy, or counselling. If you choose to utilize any of the education, strategies, or techniques in this podcast you are doing so at your own risk. 

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