"Mary is a compassionate and effective provider who has personal experience successfully treating her own chronic pain."
- Cathy Rojo, PA-C
The Center, Bend, Oregon
- Cathy Rojo, PA-C
The Center, Bend, Oregon
I have spend the last 4 years focusing exclusively on treatments and processes that reduce or eliminate persistent pain. I was trained by Howard Shubiner, MD in his "Unlearn Your Pain" approach and am authorized to utilize his method to help my patients. I have attended training with Jon Kabat-Zinn and Saki Santorelli, in their Mind-Body Medicine Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction approach. I have extensive specialized training in enhancing Neuroplasticity and Brain Regulation; in Understanding and Managing Chronic Pain; and in delivering solutions for the Neurobiology of Depression and Anxiety.
Previously I have spent many years as a licensed therapist and been active on my own health journey. I learned to meditate at age 23, and have had a regular meditation practice since that time.
I earned my Masters in Social Work degree from California State University in 1985, and a BA in Community Studies from the University of California in 1981.
Previously I have spent many years as a licensed therapist and been active on my own health journey. I learned to meditate at age 23, and have had a regular meditation practice since that time.
I earned my Masters in Social Work degree from California State University in 1985, and a BA in Community Studies from the University of California in 1981.