The Cure for Chronic Pain with Nicole Sachs, LCSW

Nicole Sachs, LCSW
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Nicole J. Sachs, LCSW is a speaker, writer, and psychotherapist who has dedicated her life and her practice to the treatment of chronic pain and conditions.  She is the author of MIND YOUR BODY, and the creator of the online course: FREEDOM FROM CHRONIC PAIN. Through her personal journey working directly with Dr. John Sarno as well as counseling hundreds of clients, she's shaped and evolved theories which serve to teach those suffering how to heal themselves, completely, with no medication or surgery. Learn more about Nicole's work at: YourBreakAwake.com

  1. 1D AGO

    S5 E10 - Toxic Shame

    Learn how to JournalSpeak ➡️  https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  In this "sister" episode to last week's Prison of Perfect, we unpack the concept of toxic shame—the deep, painful belief that “I am bad,” rather than “I did something bad.” We'll discuss how this core wound often begins in childhood, when emotional needs for safety and connection go unmet. Over time, internalized shame becomes the background music of our lives, fueling perfectionism, people-pleasing, withdrawal, and even rage. These patterns are not moral failings, but protective adaptations the nervous system creates to survive emotional disconnection. Healing begins when we bring curiosity and compassion to the parts of ourselves that feel unworthy. Through awareness, JournalSpeak, and community, we gradually replace the old narrative of defectiveness with one of inherent worth. Remember!! You are not broken, you're human. Let's dive into it all. xoxo, n. PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course  ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book  ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux  Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37 min
  2. S5 E9 - The Prison of Perfect (and how to break free)

    OCT 31

    S5 E9 - The Prison of Perfect (and how to break free)

    Learn how to JournalSpeak ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  In this episode, we take a deep dive into what I call the prison of perfect—the exhausting pattern of trying to get everything right so you can finally feel safe, loved, or in control. Join us as we explore where this need comes from, how it shows up in our bodies as pain and anxiety, and why perfectionism is really just protection in disguise. Through inner inquiry, self-compassion, and staying consistent in our JournalSpeak, we begin to shake free of its shackles. When we let go of the pressure to be perfect, we can learn to feel safe being human instead. Join us for a really important reminder about how you might be seeing life - without even meaning it! XOOX n. For the month of OCTOBER, if you'd like a free 20 minute call with one of our coaches to see if coaching is a fit for you, click here! 1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course  ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book  ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux  Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    30 min
  3. S5 E8 - REAL TIME HEAL - Plantar Fasciitis and Overcoming a Medicalized Mindset with Karen

    OCT 24

    S5 E8 - REAL TIME HEAL - Plantar Fasciitis and Overcoming a Medicalized Mindset with Karen

    Our REAL TIME HEALS are some of the most powerful episodes to date. Getting into the messy middle with someone and helping them sort through the mindset shifts necessary to thrive in this work is a privilege and a joy. Today I bring you Karen. Karen is a nurse and a mother of twins. For over ten years she has suffered with Plantar Fasciitis in different degrees of intensity, and on a fateful day not long ago she was opened to this work which changed everything. From crawling down the hall to her daughters’ room to enduring excruciating shots in her feet that provided little to no relief, Karen has been through it. But today she has a new lease on life. Join us for a clear and powerful look at this work in action! XOOX n. Learn how to JournalSpeak ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  For the month of OCTOBER, if you'd like a free 20 minute call with one of our coaches to see if coaching is a fit for you, click here! 1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course  ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book  ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux  Justine Stull is an occupational therapist living with her husband and two teens in Maryland. She has her own journey with complex trauma and mindbody symptoms. She came to this work nearly three years ago and credits it with a drastic reduction of symptoms and anxiety, and a profound, ongoing healing in her relationship with herself. She is trained in the Sarno x Sachs Solution, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and Emotional Awareness & Expression Therapy. She is a longtime member of the JournalSpeak community and an admin of the Support Circle, where she enthusiastically walks beside those who are also dedicated to their own healing. She can also be found on social media and in her newsletter. You can find her at JustineMindBodyOT.com.  Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    58 min
  4. S5 E7 - "The First Thing to Leave Was the Fear" - Migraines, Generational Autoimmune Issues, and Self-Regulation with Justine

    OCT 17

    S5 E7 - "The First Thing to Leave Was the Fear" - Migraines, Generational Autoimmune Issues, and Self-Regulation with Justine

    Today I have an incredible interview with Justine Stull. Justine is one of the admins on my Heal with Nicole and Nicole Sachs Support Circle communities. She's been with us for a few years, and she's just so wise. There's nothing like sitting with someone who has really walked through the work herself and now takes other people through with her beautiful guidance and caring comments on our pages. Today, Justine and I are going to be talking about her own chronic pain journey and all of the impactful practices she's gathered along the way - with a focus on self-compassion and self-regulation. One of my favorite things she says in the beginning is, "The first thing to leave was the fear." That's a great place to start! Enjoy this conversation filled with so many gold nuggets! XOXO n. Learn how to JournalSpeak ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  For the month of OCTOBER, if you'd like a free 20 minute call with one of our coaches to see if coaching is a fit for you, click here! 1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser Learn more about Justine www.JustineMindBodyOT.com ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course  ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book  ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux  Justine Stull is an occupational therapist living with her husband and two teens in Maryland. She has her own journey with complex trauma and mindbody symptoms. She came to this work nearly three years ago and credits it with a drastic reduction of symptoms and anxiety, and a profound, ongoing healing in her relationship with herself. She is trained in the Sarno x Sachs Solution, Pain Reprocessing Therapy, and Emotional Awareness & Expression Therapy. She is a longtime member of the JournalSpeak community and an admin of the Support Circle, where she enthusiastically walks beside those who are also dedicated to their own healing. She can also be found on social media and in her newsletter. You can find her at JustineMindBodyOT.com.  Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    49 min
  5. S5 E6: Complete Recovery Despite an Abnormal MRI with Lisa

    OCT 10

    S5 E6: Complete Recovery Despite an Abnormal MRI with Lisa

    Lisa Frattini was in severe pain when an MRI showed an abnormality that scared her to death. As I know from experience, seeing a significant problem inside one’s body and hearing about a dark prognosis from a physician can really rock your world. After a childhood of people pleasing and overcaring for those around her, Lisa was overflowing with big feelings and the vestiges of stored trauma.  I have had the privilege of being with Lisa for years in community and at our June OMEGA retreats in New York, and she has an amazing story to tell. Join us for a triumphant and joyful conversation about pain, fear, community, and ultimately a chronic pain-free life. I’m excited to share it with you. XOOX n. Learn how to JournalSpeak: ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  For the month of OCTOBER, if you'd like a free 20 minute call with one of our coaches to see if coaching is a fit for you, click here! 1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux    Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 3m
  6. S5 E5 - The Power of Being Heard and Seen with Danielle

    OCT 3

    S5 E5 - The Power of Being Heard and Seen with Danielle

    Finally break free of chronic symptoms with JournalSpeak! ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  Danielle wears so many hats in this work - my best most loving friend, my recovery sister, the one who believed in this for others before she knew it was for her too, the one who listened to my "gentle suggestion" to do this work for herself when a symptom was literally stealing her life and her joy, the success story who shined on this podcast three times before, and now... A BREAKAWAKE COACH! Dani is a gem in the world, and she articulates so well why being seen and heard by someone who gets it can really change the game of healing. Join us for this fun and enlightening conversation! XOXO n. For the month of OCTOBER, if you'd like a free 20 minute call with one of our coaches to see if coaching is a fit for you, click here! 1:1 COACHING WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux    Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    51 min
  7. S5 E4: Don't Let Conflict Make You Sick

    SEP 26

    S5 E4: Don't Let Conflict Make You Sick

    🟢 Finally break free of chronic symptoms with JournalSpeak ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  ~~~ People can be our biggest tiggers. Opposing views and perspectives on issues that are dear to us feel dangerous. Symptoms flare when we repress our feelings to keep the peace. But the alternative—conflict—feels unsafe too. How do we walk that tightrope, honoring our need for authenticity and belonging? Differing ideas & opinions are everywhere — family, friends, online. We have two default options:  Repress/avoid → peace outside, conflict inside → symptoms.  Explode/confront → release inside, rupture outside → unsafe.  The “tightrope”: How do we balance our need for both authenticity and belonging? Let's discuss it all! XO n. FOR SEPTEMBER ONLY! All courses and recordings on the site are 25% off! CLICK HERE and use coupon code: FRESHSTART. 1:1 COACHING IS NOW AVAILABLE WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux    Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    29 min
  8. S5 E3 - Diagnoses Around Dizziness & Vertigo with Claire

    SEP 19

    S5 E3 - Diagnoses Around Dizziness & Vertigo with Claire

    🟢 Finally break free of chronic symptoms with JournalSpeak ➡️ LEARN HOW: https://bit.ly/3IsmzN4  ~~~ Claire was having strange symptoms she didn't understand after a day of swimming and diving. She was dizzy (at times severely), having balance and mobility issue, and experiencing pain in her head and neck. Of course, this was all terrifying and confusing. After many specialists and much despair, Claire found this work and her story is both inspiring and instructive. There is nothing better (for me!) than hearing these tales of hope and healing. Spoiler - she's all better. Join us for a conversation that could change your perspective and maybe even your life. XOOX n. FOR SEPTEMBER ONLY! All courses and recordings on the site are 25% off! CLICK HERE and use coupon code: FRESHSTART. 1:1 COACHING IS NOW AVAILABLE WITH TRAINED COACHES SUPERVISED DIRECTLY BY NICOLE PLEASE RATE AND REVIEW THE PODCAST HERE TO HELP OTHERS FIND IT! Producer: Lisa Eisenpresser ~~~~~ SUPPORT: 🟠 Struggling with chronic pain? Check out my Freedom From Chronic Pain course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/41ZehTs 🟠 Anxiety controlling your life? Try my Freedom From an Anxious Life course ➡️ GET THE FIRST LESSON FREE: https://bit.ly/3VoIEiw  🧠 Learn more about the brain science and clinical experiences in my book ➡️ MIND YOUR BODY: https://bit.ly/4mlIIdO 💛 Receive support, guidance, connection, and direct access to Nicole with ➡️ MEMBERSHIP: https://tinyurl.com/y7wadt8d ~~~~ THE CURE FOR CHRONIC PAIN JOIN THE CONVERSATION ON INSTAGRAM 👉 https://tinyurl.com/93pwbp8v  SUBSCRIBE TO THE PODCAST 👉 https://tinyurl.com/56vvbdcx  LEARN ABOUT ANNUAL OMEGA RETREAT👉 https://tinyurl.com/3vr5j3ux    Podcast music by the beautiful and talented Danielle Furst: @musicfurst    Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    50 min
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Nicole J. Sachs, LCSW is a speaker, writer, and psychotherapist who has dedicated her life and her practice to the treatment of chronic pain and conditions.  She is the author of MIND YOUR BODY, and the creator of the online course: FREEDOM FROM CHRONIC PAIN. Through her personal journey working directly with Dr. John Sarno as well as counseling hundreds of clients, she's shaped and evolved theories which serve to teach those suffering how to heal themselves, completely, with no medication or surgery. Learn more about Nicole's work at: YourBreakAwake.com

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