Deepening the clinical application of Pain Reprocessing Therapy
within SIRPA’s existing mindbody training
***We are now booked up for this programme.***
To add yourself to the waiting list, please email admin@sirpa.org
This skills development course is designed for SIRPA practitioners who have completed Level 3 or are currently working through it and therefore have already been introduced to the principles and techniques that underpin Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT).
The programme offers a more focused introduction to Pain Reprocessing Therapy principles and supports practitioners in integrating PRT-informed skills into their existing SIRPA training, including clinical application, somatic tracking, nervous system safety, fear reduction, and case consultation.
Led by experienced Pain Reprocessing Therapy practitioner Vanessa Blackstone, this programme is designed to help you bridge the gap between understanding the concepts and applying them with greater skill, flexibility and confidence in clinical practice.
On successful completion of the programme, participants will receive a SIRPA certificate of completion and this will be recognised on the SIRPA Practitioner Directory by the individual being listed as having completed this PRT Skills Programme.
Please note: This recognition is awarded by SIRPA and is independent of any other training provider or organisation using the term Pain Reprocessing Therapy.
Meet Vanessa Blackstone
Vanessa Blackstone, MSW, citizen of Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians, is the Founder and Executive Director of Pain Psychology Centre UK and the former Executive Director of the Pain Psychology Center in Los Angeles. She is the co-author of The Pain Reprocessing Therapy Workbook and has trained and provided consultation to clinicians, coaches, and healthcare professionals across the U.S. and internationally in Pain Reprocessing Therapy and neuroplastic symptoms.
Vanessa earned her MS in Social Work from the University of Southern California and began her clinical career in 2018, later becoming one of the first clinical consultants at the Pain Reprocessing Therapy Center. She currently teaches UCLA dental residents treating orofacial pain and serves on the board of the Association for the Treatment of Neuroplastic Symptoms, supporting education, advocacy, and access to care for people with neuroplastic symptoms.
Her approach integrates pain neuroscience, cognitive behavioural techniques, mindfulness-based practices, emotional awareness, and nervous system safety. Her teaching is shaped by both clinical experience and lived experience recovering from chronic neuroplastic symptoms, including migraine, vertigo, IBS, pelvic floor pain, neck pain, and chronic hives.
Who is this Training For?
It is ideal if you would like to:
- Refresh and reinforce your existing PRT knowledge
Why Attend?
Working with Vanessa Blackstone, you'll revisit core PRT concepts from a fresh perspective, deepen your understanding of when and how to apply specific techniques, and explore more nuanced clinical situations that arise when working with persistent pain.
Through live teaching and guided case discussions, you'll strengthen your confidence and continue developing your clinical skills.
What You'll Learn
- Deepen your knowledge of the neuroscience behind persistent pain
- Explore more advanced applications of PRT in clinical practice
- Gain practical insights from Vanessa's extensive experience working with clients
- Learn strategies for managing more complex presentations
- Increase your confidence in adapting PRT approaches to individual clients
- Learn alongside fellow SIRPA practitioners through discussion and shared learning.
What's Included
Before the live sessions you'll gain access to two recorded modules (approximately 45 minutes each) to refresh key concepts and introduce the themes that will be explored in more depth during the live training.
Two Live Online Training Sessions
These interactive sessions provide the opportunity to deepen your understanding, ask questions, and learn directly from Vanessa's clinical experience.
Live Training:
- Wednesday 23rd September – 7.00 pm (BST)
- Wednesday 30th September – 7.00 pm (BST)
Two Live Case Consultation Sessions
One of the most valuable parts of the programme is the opportunity to bring your own clinical experiences into the discussion. These sessions are designed to help you integrate what you've learned into your everyday practice by exploring real cases, discussing challenges, and learning alongside fellow practitioners.
Case Consultation Sessions:
- Wednesday 4th November – 7.00 pm (GMT)
- Wednesday 2nd December – 7.00 pm (GMT)
Please Note: All of these elements must be completed before you receive your certificate of completion. However, if you are unable to attend either of these Case Consultation Sessions, you may attend a future session.
Knowledge Check
Take Your PRT Skills to the Next Level
You've already built a strong foundation through your SIRPA practitioner training. Now why not take the next step by deepening your understanding of how to use the skills involved in pain reprocessing with expert guidance from Vanessa Blackstone.
Book your place today and join a supportive community of practitioners committed to developing their skills and confidence in helping people recover from persistent pain.
