This Headache Journey

Trying EMDR Therapy for Chronic Headaches

In this episode of This Headache Journey, host Adam Flaherty sits down with the insightful Elizabeth Bardwell, LCPC, NCC, MS, a Clinical Professional Counselor from Tide Meadow Counseling in York, Maine. Elizabeth specializes in EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing) therapy and shares her expertise on how this modality can help people not just with emotional pain, but with physical complaints like chronic headaches and other types of pain. Here’s what you’ll hear about in this episode: * What is EMDR and how does it work? * How mental health and physical pain are connected * What is an EMDR session like? * What issues or symptoms can EMDR treat? * EMDR vs. hypnosis and other therapies * Real-world EMDR success stories * Could EMDR be a fit for you? Who else do you know who suffers from chronic headaches or migraine? Do them a favor by sharing this episode with them. It could literally change their life! Learn more about Elizabeth Bardwell and Tide Meadow Counseling at https://elizabeth-bardwell.clientsecure.me [https://elizabeth-bardwell.clientsecure.me/] Season 1 of This Headache Journey in sponsored by gammaCore [https://www.gammacore.com/]™ Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulator The content of this episode does not constitute medical advice and should be discussed with your own healthcare provider before acting on it. #headache #migraine #chronicheadaches #chronicmigraine #tensionheadaches #clusterheadaches #headacherelief #emdr #emdrtherapy Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Trying Acupuncture for Chronic Headaches

Anyone up for a "needle nap?" In episode 7 of This Headache Journey, we explore acupuncture for headache and migraine relief. Adam Flaherty shares his personal experiences with acupuncture which span many years. He describes the sensation and the results he's gotten from committing to recurring acupuncture sessions. Additionally, he sits down with Emily Pendergast, a licensed acupuncturist at Wild Roots Acupuncture and Wellness in Dover, New Hampshire, to demystify what acupuncture really is, and how it can help to reduce the frequency and intensity of chronic headaches and migraines. Topics include: * What acupuncture is—through both the lens of traditional Chinese medicine and modern Western science * What a typical acupuncture session looks like * What the needle injections really feel like * How treatments are individualized for each person, especially when it comes to headaches and migraine * How acupuncture works differently from (and sometimes overlaps with) dry needling and trigger point injections * Treatment schedules, and why consistency matters * Who benefits most from acupuncture * Other conditions acupuncture can help with, from sleep and emotional wellness to allergies, hormonal balance, and preventive health Who else do you know who suffers from chronic headaches or migraine? Do them a favor by sharing this episode with them. It could literally change their life! Learn more about Emily Pendergast and Wild Roots at http://www.wildrootsnh.org/ [https://www.wildrootsnh.org/] Season 1 of This Headache Journey in sponsored by gammaCore [https://www.gammacore.com/]™ Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulator The content of this episode does not constitute medical advice and should be discussed with your own healthcare provider before acting on it. #headache #migraine #chronicheadaches #chronicmigraine #painrelief #headacherelief #headachetreatment #clusterheadaches #acupuncture #dryneedling Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Trying Botox Injections for Chronic Headaches

Are your headaches or migraines so frequent and so intense that you'd consider being injected in the head and neck more than two dozen times in the course of just a few minutes? In this episode of This Headache Journey, Adam Flaherty shares his personal experience trying Botox injections as a treatment for his for chronic headaches. Adam sits down with nurse practitioner Brooke Phenicie to dig into how and why Botox can be so effective for many people who struggle with headaches and migraine. Brooke brings her unique perspective as both a headache patient and an expert provider—she’s the founder of Renew Migraine and Wellness Center in Glenview, Illinois, and has helped countless patients reclaim their lives from debilitating head pain. Here’s what you’ll learn: * How Adam's own Botox experiences went (the needles, the recovery, and the results) * The history of Botox: from cosmetics to pain relief * What makes a headache or migraine patient a candidate for Botox * What Botox costs and how insurance typically handles coverage * A step-by-step walkthrough of what it’s actually like to get Botox for headaches—including how many injections, where they go, and what to expect for discomfort and side effects * Why the treatment locations matter * The success rates Brooke has seen in her clinic * Answers to common questions about long-term safety Learn more about Renew Migraine & Wellness Center at www.renewmigraine.com [https://www.renewmigraine.com/] Season 1 of This Headache Journey is sponsored by gammaCore [http://gammacore.com/]™ Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulator.Who else do you know who suffers from chronic headaches or migraine? Do them a favor by sharing this episode with them. It could literally change their life! The content of this episode does not constitute medical advice and should be discussed with your own healthcare provider before acting on it. #headache #migraine #chronicheadaches #chronicmigraine #headacherelief #botoxinjections #botoxformigraines Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Trying Vagus Nerve Stimulation for Chronic Headaches

In episode 5 of This Headache Journey, we dive into the world of vagus nerve stimulation for headache and migraine relief. Host Adam Flaherty sits down with Dr. Peter Staats, co-founder and Chief Medical Officer of electroCore—the innovative company behind gammaCore, a non-invasive vagus nerve stimulation device. During the interview, Adam shares his experience using the gammaCore device so that listeners have a clear understanding of what it feels like, and Dr. Staats brings both clinical expertise and personal passion to the table. Topics include: * What the vagus nerve is, and how it's connected to headaches and migraine * The science of vagus nerve stimulation * Which headache types gammaCore is approved for, and why clinical studies drive those distinctions * How you use gammaCore, and how it works * How to try gammaCore for yourself (with the endorsement of your doctor) * Success stories and the global impact of this product * Risks & caveats: Dr. Staats shares the main situations where caution is needed (like for patients with pacemakers), and emphasizes the device’s overall safety profile. Who else do you know who suffers from chronic headaches or migraine? Do them a favor by sharing this episode with them. It could literally change their life! Learn more about gammaCore at http://gammacore.com [http://gammacore.com] Season 1 of This Headache Journey in sponsored by gammaCore [https://www.gammacore.com/]™ Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulator The content of this episode does not constitute medical advice and should be discussed with your own healthcare provider before acting on it. #headache #migraine #chronicheadaches #chronicmigraine #painrelief #headacherelief #headachetreatment #clusterheadaches #vagusnervestimulation #gammacore Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.

Trying Visual Training for Chronic Headaches

In Episode 4 of This Headache Journey, host Adam Flaherty shares his personal experience navigating chronic headaches, sharing a story about how a routine eye exam discovered that his eyes work harder than most peoples' eyes to refocus between objects at various distances. This discovery landed him at Victory Visual Training in the care of Dr. Amy Pruszensky. Adam shares his experience with visual training, and welcomes Dr. Amy onto the podcast to explain the relationship between the eyes and chronic headaches. Dr. Amy Pruszenski is known as the "eyeball coach" and has a passion for helping people optimize their visual system. She explains how vision therapy—a kind of physical therapy for your eyes—can truly make a difference, especially for those of us who feel like we've tried everything to relieve our headache pain. Inside this episode, we break down: * Adam's surprising diagnosis about his “weird” eyes and how that relates to chronic headaches * Introducing vision therapy: what it is, how it works, and why Dr. Amy Pruszenski does what she does * The role of computer vision syndrome, screen time, and blue light in headaches * What happens during a vision therapy exam * Common visual dysfunctions that might trigger headaches—and the connection to migraines * Visual training techniques, including glasses, prisms, and exercises, plus why “practice” matters a LOT * The role of sleep, nutrition, and other “team members” in dealing with chronic headache * Dr. Amy's thoughts on new treatments like compression boots, red light therapy, and vagus nerve stimulation Who else do you know who suffers from chronic headaches or migraine? Do them a favor by sharing this episode with them. It could literally change their life! Learn more about Victory Visual Training at http://visualvictorytraining.com [https://visualvictorytraining.com/] Season 1 of This Headache Journey is sponsored by gammaCore [http://gammacore.com]™ Non-Invasive Vagus Nerve Stimulator. The content of this episode does not constitute medical advice and should be discussed with your own healthcare provider before acting on it. #headache #migraine #chronicheadaches #chronicmigraine #painrelief #headacherelief #headachetreatment #tensionheadaches #visualtraining #eyestrain Hosted on Ausha. See ausha.co/privacy-policy [https://ausha.co/privacy-policy] for more information.