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International Women's Day chronic pain psychologist Mar 08, 2024

So honored to be recognized by PAINWeek!

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🔥 Check out this FREE webinar on The Ultimate Eating Disorders Bootcamp for Parents! eating disorders Feb 26, 2024
 
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Feb 2024 Dr. G's Corner: How can loving-kindness meditations help my chronic pain? chronic illness chronic pain Feb 09, 2024

Wednesday on Dr. G's Corner, I addressed the following question that was pre-submitted: How can loving-kindness meditations help my chronic pain?

Following the discussion, a loving-kindness meditation was conducted.

Check out the video here: https://fb.watch/q63vPGnxH-/

 

 

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Yesterday marked the inception of Dr. G's Corner at the U.S. Pain Foundation! chronic pain dr. g's corner Jan 04, 2024

The Live session addressed the following question that was pre-submitted: Why do other people experience mental health difficulties when someone around them is in pain?

Following the discussion, a brief 5-senses mindfulness activity was conducted.

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Dr. G's Corner: The first Wednesday of Every Month, Live at 5pm CT/6pm ET chronic pain mental health Dec 18, 2023

Do you have questions regarding mental health and pain? Well, we have you covered: Just ask Dr. G!

On the first Wednesday of every month, at 5pm CT/6pm ET, Dr. Geraghty will host Dr. G's Corner. Each monthly Facebook Live will address a different one of your pre-submitted questions.

Have a...

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December U.S. Pain Foundation Special Peer Support Groups chronic pain Dec 05, 2023

 

The holidays can be difficult living with chronic pain. We at the U.S. Pain Foundation understand this firsthand.

This is why we make sure that no one has to be alone during the holidays.

On December 24 and 25, as well as December 31 and January 1, a special holiday peer support group...

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Webinar on Dec 9, 2023: Finding Joy while Living with Chronic Pain chronic pain Dec 02, 2023

 

The following is taken from: HopeWorks of Howard County

Sessions feature expressive-arts activities, self-care practices, relaxation techniques, and guest speakers.

HopeWorks’ survivor’s mental health awareness and wellbeing group, Thriving Together, is excited to host...

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December National Support Groups: Rest Dec 01, 2023

This month, learn about the power of #rest. Join one of our national peer-led support groups and discover ways to incorporate rest into your pain management routine.

Register for one of our national groups today: ...

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Please consider donating to the U.S. Pain Foundation for #GivingTuesday. Nov 28, 2023

On #GivingTuesday, every dollar you give to U.S. Pain helps support those who live with pain every day. Your generosity provides vital free services: education, peer-led support groups, advocacy, and resources for families and children. Help us continue this crucial work.
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U.S. Pain Hosts Holiday Peer-Led Support Groups so no one is alone. chronic pain Nov 22, 2023

The holidays can be difficult, especially if you live with chronic pain. Know that you don't have to go it alone. Join one or both of our U.S. Pain Foundation peer-led support groups this Thursday and Friday. Here you will be surrounded by a community of people who get it.

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Melissa Geraghty, PsyD, Brings Lived Experience, Years of Clinical Work to U.S. Pain Team chronicpain Oct 04, 2023

Melissa Geraghty, PsyD, Brings Lived Experience, Years of Clinical Work to U.S. Pain Team

by US Pain Foundation | Oct 4, 2023 | Blog, News, Press release

This week, U.S. Pain Foundation welcomes Melissa Geraghty, PsyD (Dr. G), to its team as the organization’s new Director of Mental...

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Presentation on Medical Gaslighting at the Peggy Lillis Foundation C Diff Advocacy Summit healthcare medicalgaslighting speaking engagement Jul 21, 2023

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"Best Medical Gaslighting Trainer (Midwest USA): Dr. Melissa Geraghty, Psy.D." healthcare medicalgaslighting mental health psychologist May 23, 2023

Image alt text: large green font says ghp. blue font says Global Health & Pharma

Thank you Global Health & Pharma for awarding me with "Best Medical Gaslighting Trainer (Midwest USA): Dr. Melissa Geraghty, Psy.D."

#MentalHealthAwards2023 #MentalHealth #Healthcare #MedicalGaslighting...

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Cefaly Interview on Mental Health and Migraine for Mental Health Awareness Month. chronic migraine chronic pain chronicillness mentalhealth migraine May 16, 2023

Image of Dr. Geraghty. TikTok. Says, "Your questions about migraine and mental health, answered."

Cefaly (2023). Interview on Mental Health and Migraine for Mental Health Awareness Month. Interview at RetreatMigraine. tiktok.com/t/ZTRKGGXke/

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"Medical Gaslighting: How to Spot it & What to Do About it." Interviewed for Mind Over Matter Magazine. medicalgaslighting mental health Apr 29, 2023

Medical Gaslighting: How to Spot it & What to Do About it.

Dr. Geraghty was interviewed for Mind Over Matter Magazine by the Women’s Brain Health Initiative (Volume 16).

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C. diff Stories: Dr. Melissa Geraghty, Psy.D. chronic illness Apr 13, 2023

Original article as posted on The Peggy Lillis Foundation: https://peggyfoundation.org/story/dr-melissa-geraghty-psy-d/

At the start of 2018 I was diagnosed with C. diff. I never really heard much about C. diff outside of people acquiring it in a hospital setting or people of advanced age...

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Parade Magazine Interview: "Could You Be a Victim of 'Self-Gaslighting'? 5 Signs of the Subtle Form of Self-Sabotage and How To Stop, According to Experts" medicalgaslighting Mar 20, 2023

Could You Be a Victim of 'Self-Gaslighting'? 5 Signs of the Subtle Form of Self-Sabotage and How To Stop, According to Experts

Original link: https://parade.com/living/self-gaslighting

It seems like only yesterday that "gaslighting" seeped into our lexicons, but now a new term is emerging:...

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Finally build your website, start a podcast, and build your online program! Mar 16, 2023

I get it.

It's hard to take that leap to start a website, build an online course, or launch a podcast.

But the longer you put it off, the harder it gets. Your ideas then remain in your head and are not shared with people who can truly benefit.

This is why I signed up with the platform Kajabi....

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Waiting room etiquette. chronic illness chronic pain mental health rare disease Mar 03, 2023

Get ready for a giant post on waiting room etiquette!

I've had many medical appts this past month. Here's what not to do in the waiting room.

1. Leave your sh*t at the door. No one wants to hear you arguing as a couple. We are not an audience on The Jerry Springer Show.

2. Use your inside voice....

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🔥 Check out this FREE webinar on The Ultimate Eating Disorders Bootcamp for Parents! eating disorders parenting Feb 28, 2023
 
Yes! 🙋
 
I am ready to become a critical force in my adolescent or young adult’s eating disorder treatment. But where do I begin? 🤷‍♂️
 
I’ve got you covered. 🎉
 
🚪  Enter: The Ultimate Eating Disorders Bootcamp for Parents!
 
➡ You can't get most...
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