How do I book an appointment?

Appointments can be booked through our online booking system where you can view available services, therapists and times. If you are unsure which therapy may be most suitable, you are also welcome to send us a WhatsApp message and we can help guide you.

What happens after I book a session?

Once your appointment is booked you will receive a confirmation with the details of your session. If any forms or additional information are required before your appointment, these will be sent to you ahead of time.

Can I reschedule or cancel my appointment?

If you need to reschedule or cancel your appointment, please contact us as soon as possible. Our cancellation policy will be included in your booking confirmation.

Do you offer evening or weekend appointments?

Some of our therapists offer evening or weekend appointments depending on availability. You can view the available times through the online booking system.

Is there parking available?

There is parking available nearby in Rainham. Full details and directions will be provided in your booking confirmation to help you find us easily.

What if I’m not sure which therapy is right for me?

You don’t need to have everything figured out before booking. If you’re unsure which therapy may help, you’re welcome to contact us for guidance and we can help you explore the options.

Can I message someone before booking?

Yes. If you would prefer to ask a question before booking, you are welcome to send us a WhatsApp message and we will do our best to help.

What should I expect when I arrive for my first session?

When you arrive you will be welcomed into a calm and supportive environment where you can take a few moments to settle in. Your therapist will guide you through the session and explain anything you need to know.

Is The Growth Place easy to find?

The Growth Place is located in Rainham, Kent and is easy to reach from surrounding areas. Directions will be included in your booking confirmation to make your visit as smooth as possible.

ONLINE AND IN-PERSON APPOINTMENTS

Pain Management Support

Reduce discomfort | Calm your nervous system | Take back control

Living with pain can be exhausting.
Especially when it doesn’t seem to go away.

Feel stuck with ongoing discomfort

You might be dealing with pain that has lasted weeks, months or even years.

Notice it affects your mood and energy

Pain isn’t just physical, it can impact your sleep, emotions and day-to-day life.

Feel frustrated or unheard

You may have tried different approaches and still feel like you’re not getting the relief you need.

What Is pain and
When Does It Become a Problem?

Pain is the body’s way of signalling that something needs attention. In the short term, this is helpful. It protects you. But when pain continues beyond the initial injury or has no clear cause, it can become something much more complex. This is often referred to as chronic pain. Chronic pain is not “just in your head”, but it is closely linked to how the brain and nervous system process signals. Over time, the body can become more sensitive, meaning pain continues even when there is no ongoing physical damage.

Pain may become something you need support with when:

It persists beyond expected healing time
It affects your sleep, mood or energy
It limits your daily activities
It starts to impact your mental health or quality of life

At The Growth Place, we support people experiencing pain in Rainham, Kent and online, helping you understand the connection between the mind and body and giving you tools to reduce discomfort and regain control.

What Causes Ongoing Chronic Pain?

Ongoing pain is rarely caused by one single factor. It is usually a combination of physical, neurological and emotional influences.

Common contributing factors include:

Previous injury or trauma
Long-term stress or tension in the body
Nervous system sensitisation
Muscle tension or postural patterns
Emotional stress stored in the body
Anxiety or fear around movement or pain\

The brain and body are constantly communicating. When the nervous system is under stress, pain signals can become amplified. Understanding this connection is key to reducing pain.

Signs and Symptoms of Chronic Pain

Pain can show up in different ways and often affects more than just the body. Chronic pain can affect your physical health, emotional wellbeing and daily functioning. Many people are surprised to learn how closely pain is linked to the nervous system and stress levels. If you are experiencing ongoing pain, you are not alone. While pain may begin with a physical cause, it is often maintained or intensified by patterns within the brain and body. When pain becomes persistent, it can start to affect sleep, mood, concentration and overall quality of life, which is why a more holistic approach to support can be so effective.

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Emotional Symptoms

Frustration, low mood, anxiety, or feeling drained from dealing with pain long-term.

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Physical Symptoms

Ongoing discomfort, tension, stiffness, headaches, muscle pain or sensitivity in certain areas of the body.

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Behavioural Symptoms

Avoiding movement, limiting activities, or constantly monitoring the body for signs of pain.

How Therapy Can Help Pain Management

At The Growth Place, we take a whole-body approach to pain. This means we don’t just focus on the physical symptom, we look at how the mind, body and nervous system are working together.

Pain management therapy can help you:

Understand how pain is being maintained in the body
Reduce nervous system sensitivity
Learn techniques to calm and regulate your system
Release physical tension and stress
Change the way the brain responds to pain signals

Many clients come to us feeling like they have tried everything. What they often haven’t been shown is how much influence the nervous system and subconscious patterns can have on pain. Through therapy, many people notice a reduction in intensity, frequency or impact of their pain, alongside improved quality of life. We offer a range of approaches including hypnotherapy, somatic therapy, Cognitive Behavioural Therapy (CBT), The Control System and energy-based therapies such as Reiki.

Each session is tailored to you and your experience.

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You’ll see a calendar here with available times once a service is added to it.

Therapies we offer

Cognitive Behavioural Therapy

CBT helps change thought patterns around pain, reducing fear and improving coping strategies.

Hypnotherapy

Works with the subconscious mind to reduce pain perception and promote relaxation.

Reiki Healing

Supports deep relaxation and helps calm the nervous system, which can reduce pain intensity.

The Control System

Targets subconscious patterns that may be reinforcing pain responses.

Somatic Therapy

Focuses on releasing physical tension and helping the body feel safe again.

pain management therapists and healers

If you are looking for support with pain management in Rainham, Kent or online, our experienced therapists and healers are here to help. At The Growth Place, our team offers a range of therapeutic approaches designed to calm the mind, support physical and mental wellbeing, and help you feel more at ease in your body. Each practitioner brings their own skills and specialisms, allowing us to match you with the therapist who feels right for you.

Jade anne

Lead Therapist and Healer

Clare

Therapist and Healer

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Helen

Therapist and Teacher

Claire

Healer

Steph

Therapist

Laura

Therapist

Send us a Whatsapp message for an informal chat so we can help you find the right therapy for you.

WE ARE HERE TO HELP

What Happens in a Pain Management Session?

Your first session focuses on understanding your experience of pain. We explore how long it has been present, how it affects you, and what you have already tried. There is no pressure or expectation. From there, we begin to introduce techniques that help calm the nervous system and reduce the body’s stress response.

Over time, many clients notice:

Reduced pain intensity or frequency
Increased comfort in their body
Better sleep and relaxation
More confidence in movement and daily activities

Not sure what therapy is right for you?

Send us a Whatsapp message for an informal chat so we can help you find the right therapy for you.

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Melanie

I went to The Growth Place for Control System sessions with Jade. Jade was amazing and so talented in what she does in The Growth Place.

It's such a welcoming environment. You definitely feel at ease there. She has helped me so much in the sessions. It's a wonderful place to visit and all the wonderful ladies that work there. Thankyou so much all of you 💛✨️🩷