Thriving Is Possible: Managing Chronic Pain and Illness While Reclaiming Your Life
Specialized therapy with Anthony A. Cernera, M.Ed., M.A., LPC-A using EMDR, parts work, and ego state therapy to help find peace and acceptance even in the face of extraordinary challenge.
A Different Kind of Support for a Different Kind of Pain
Chronic pain affects far more than the body. It changes how you feel about yourself, how you connect with others, and how you move through daily life. At Growth & Resilience Group, we understand that pain is not just physical. It has emotional, relational, and psychological dimensions that deserve compassionate, expert attention.
Why Therapy for Chronic Pain?
Medical treatments can address the physical aspects of pain, but many people are left feeling isolated, discouraged, or overwhelmed. Working with Anthony can help you:
Reduce the emotional distress that comes with persistent pain
Learn mind-body techniques to better regulate your nervous system
Develop practical coping strategies for daily challenges
Improve sleep, mood, and overall quality of life
Reconnect with meaning, purpose, and hope
Anthony’s Approach
At GRG, Anthony offers high-touch, individualized therapy that blends the best of evidence-based psychology with holistic wellness practices. His work integrates:
Mind-body therapies including EMDR and somatic interventions
Cognitive and behavioral strategies for pain management
Mindfulness and breathwork to calm the nervous system
Relational support so that you feel understood and less alone
Every client receives a comprehensive consultation and assessment, followed by a personalized treatment plan. If your needs extend beyond therapy, Anthony ensures warm handoffs to trusted medical, wellness, and concierge providers in our network.
Meet Your Therapist
Anthony is a trauma-focused psychotherapist with a deep commitment to helping clients navigate the complex challenges of chronic pain. He combines advanced training in EMDR, parts work, and somatic approaches with warmth, intelligence, and compassion.
Clients often describe Anthony as both clear and kind. His work helps people not only reduce distress but also reconnect with themselves, strengthen resilience, and rediscover hope.
Begin Your Healing Journey
You do not have to face chronic pain alone. Contact us today to schedule a confidential consultation with Anthony and explore whether our approach is right for you.
📍 Fairfield & Greenwich, CT
📞203-613-3122
✉️ anthony@cernera.com
