You don’t have to wait for the next specialist or the promise of a cure.
You don’t have to keep surviving. — silently, endlessly, alone.
There may not be a single fix, but there is a path back to yourself.
Re-Write Pain helps you take back control, one step at a time.
This is your space to begin again — gently, honestly, and with tools that work.
Re-Write Pain is a program that balances heart and science – we are here to truly walk with you in your journey.
What is Re-Write Pain?
Re-Write Pain is a supportive, in-person program that helps you:
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Understand your pain
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Feel more in control
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Move with more confidence
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Reconnect with what matters​
Who This Is For ?
This may be a good fit if:​
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You’ve been living with ongoing pain that feels overwhelming or hard to explain
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You’ve been told “nothing’s wrong,” but your pain is real and ever-present
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You feel stuck, discouraged, or unsure how to move forward
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Pain has affected your confidence, mood, or sense of self
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You want support that respects your body, your emotions, and your story
Program Details
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Weekly sessions for 8–12 weeks
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In-person at our Burnaby clinic (or virtual, if needed)
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Led by a registered clinical counsellor and occupational therapist
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Optional access to guided videos and digital tools (coming soon)
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Individual or small group formats available
What Will I Get From This Program?
This isn’t just about coping with pain.
It’s about understanding it—and reclaiming your life with clarity and confidence
Strength That Builds from Within
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Feel more empowered to make daily choices
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Set gentle, achievable goals that reflect what matters to you
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Reconnect with your values and sense of self
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Move forward with less fear and more intention
Mind-Body Tools That Help You Heal
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Learn how pain works in your nervous system
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Reduce fear and catastrophizing with CBT- and ACT-informed strategies
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Understand what fuels flare-ups (and how to respond, not react)
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Get tools to regulate emotions, stress, and pacing
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Begin shifting your mindset — from surviving to thriving
Validation & Care
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You’ll be believed, and understood
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You’ll be supported, not pushed
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You’ll be seen — as a whole person, not a pain diagnosis
This program is created and led by a clinical counsellor with over 25 years of experience in pain, trauma, and recovery — blending psychological tools with compassion and evidence-based care.
Your pain is real—and there is a way forward.
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Re-Write Pain was created by Jasmine Shivji, a registered
occupational therapist and clinical counsellor with over
two decades of experience supporting individuals living
with pain, trauma, and complex recovery.
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This program was built from years of walking alongside
people at all stages of healing—after injury, after trauma,
and after long periods of feeling unseen or misunderstood.
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Blending clinical expertise with compassionate care,
Re-Write Pain helps you move beyond coping and toward
meaningful, sustainable recovery.
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Your pain is real. You deserve more than coping — you deserve your life back.
