Behavioral Health Considerations for Treatment of Chronic Pain
Behavioral Health Considerations for Treatment of Chronic Pain – Recorded (On Demand) Training
Behavioral Health Considerations for Treatment of Chronic Pain
During this four-part learning learning series, the participant will explore the key behavioral health considerations when managing patients with chronic pain. Utilizing case studies, these short learning vignettes will explore strategies for addressing unhelpful beliefs and behaviors in patients with chronic pain, discuss key communication strategies, utilizing Behavioral Activation and Mindfulness in the treatment of chronic pain.
Each recorded vignette is a different topic and is available for on demand viewing and enduring continuing education credits.
Successful completion includes:
- Access the MI-CCSI Learning Management System.
- Create a New User Profile (if a new learner to the system).
- Participate in each desired learning activity.
- Complete the course evaluation after each to obtain continuing education credits.
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Session #1: Key Behavioral Health Concepts for the Treatment of Chronic Pain
During this learning session, the participant will explore common unhelpful pain related beliefs and behaviors and how to promote a functional, engaged approach to pain management.
Total time: 15 minutes
Objective:
- Describe common unhelpful pain related beliefs and behaviors.
Session #2: Communication with Patients About Pain
During this learning session, the participant will review key communication strategies when working with patients experiencing chronic pain. The training emphasizes the importance of listening, managing patient expectations, providing effective education, and focusing on recovery and function rather than solely on relief.
Total time: 15 minutes
Objective:
- Review key topics to address when working with someone experiencing chronic pain.
Session #3: Utilizing Behavioral Activation
During this learning session, the participant will review key factors of depression and how to utilize Behavioral Activation to positively improve behavior.
Total time: 15 minutes
Objective:
- Understand the basic techniques of Behavioral Activation for use in depression associated with chronic pain.
Session #4: Introduction to Mindfulness in the Treatment of Pain
During this learning session, the participant will review how mindfulness can aid in the treatment of chronic pain by mitigating distress and promoting relaxation. This learning session also discusses various mindfulness practices and highlights their benefits through case study review.
Total time: 15 minutes
Objective:
- Describe the three main components of mindfulness.
Audience
The course is intended for providers, advanced practice providers, nurses and other care team members who are seeking to expand their knowledge and skills.
Faculty
Eric Lake, MA, LLP, CADCEric Lake is a psychologist who specializes in the treatment of chronic pain and works in the Mary Free Bed Pain Rehabilitation Program, an interdisciplinary program that addresses many pain conditions. He received his master’s degree in Counseling Psychology from Western Michigan University and is a Certified Alcohol and Drug Counselor.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS
Providers & Nurses
The AAFP has reviewed Key Concepts for Managing Chronic Pain, and deemed it acceptable for AAFP credit. Term of approval is from 09/19/2025 to 09/18/2026. Physicians should claim only the credit commensurate with the extent of their participation in the activity.
This course is approved for up to 1.0 AAFP Prescribed credits.
AAFP Prescribed credit is accepted by the American Medical Association as equivalent to AMA PRA Category 1 credit(s)™ toward the AMA Physician’s Recognition Award. When applying for the AMA PRA, Prescribed credit earned must be reported as Prescribed, not as Category 1.
Nursing Credit: Nurses can use the AAFP CME toward their State of Michigan licensure renewal requirements. Information on this can be found on the LARA website and through the Michigan Nurses Association (MNA) at Michigan Nursing Licensure Renewal Info
Credit Application Number: 108948
Social Workers
This training has been approved by the NASW-Michigan Chapter for 1.0 asynchronous General social work CEs.
Approval #: 20240928-CA-MI-CCSI
General Social Work CEs: 1.0
Approval Period: This live course is approved until 09/30/2026
MEDICAL ASSISTANTS, REGISTERED DIETITIANS, COMMUNITY HEALTH WORKERS, OTHER HEALTH PROFESSIONALS
These participants can submit a copy of the agenda and certificate to their professional certifying entity for consideration of continuing education credits.
Conflict of Interest: There is no conflict of interest for anyone with the ability to control content for these activities.
Submit continuing education questions to Lynn Klima at lynn.klima@miccsi.org or Sue Vos at sue.vos@miccsi.org
Questions
If you have any questions, contact Lynn Klima at lynn.klima@miccsi.org or Amy Wales at amy.wales@miccsi.org