Success stories

Bailey suffered from unexplained back pain for over 5 years; after a single session with a pain-reprocessing therapist she became pain-free. From the ATNS series “The Story Behind the Symptoms.”

Primary-care physician Brad expected a new back flare to confine him for months, as a previous episode had. After reading about mind-body pain and reflecting on stress and anger, he says the pain disappeared after four weeks.

Margaret says recovery meant no longer seeing herself as a person with a ‘bad back.’ She describes the relief of riding attractions at Disney World with her children without the fear and restrictions she previously carried.

Nicole Sachs shares her own recovery story from chronic low-back pain, through understanding the mind-body mechanism and the JournalSpeak practice.

How Mickey healed chronic pain after spinal surgery, using JournalSpeak. A story of persistent post-surgical pain.

Iida, a dancer, spent almost a year housebound and unable to walk; a profound, moving story of full recovery through a shift in perspective.

Ricki Lake shares her story of how she overcame chronic pain, with a mind-body approach.

Alyssa describes overcoming persistent back and shoulder pain with a mind-body approach. The interview presents the perspective she used to stop treating those symptoms as an ongoing physical problem.

Elisha describes back pain and repeated joint cracking that he came to understand through a mind-body framework. He explains what helped him stop treating each sensation as evidence of structural damage.

Jeff recounts persistent back and neck pain and his shift to viewing the symptoms through a TMS/PDP framework. The video focuses on the changes he made as the pain resolved.

After 32 years as a chiropractor, Carter retired early when persistent lower-back pain and sciatica did not respond to physical or dietary treatments. He says education about perceived danger, somatic tracking and daily mind-body practice helped him regain his life.

After intensive vision therapy, Clare developed Achilles tendinitis, back spasms, carpal-tunnel symptoms and a persistent lump-in-the-throat sensation. She returned to normal activity using safety cues, gentle movement, music and a TMS/mind-body framework.

A runner, Jonathan overcame persistent knee and leg pain, then back pain and anxiety that appeared after his mother died, by reframing the symptoms through a mind-body/TMS approach.

Priya describes recovering from back and neck pain, costochondritis, vertigo, palpitations and chest and arm sensations. The interview follows how she applied a TMS/PDP mind-body framework to the full symptom pattern.

Juliet describes recovery from nerve pain, numbness, fatigue and insomnia with a mind-body approach.

James describes recovery from repetitive-strain injury with tremors, discoloration, and hand, wrist and arm pain.

Liz's successful recovery story from chronic headache/migraine, through the neuroplastic approach of ATNS.

Amy explains how she recovered from recurrent migraines with a TMS/PDP mind-body approach.

20 years of migraines; Marci shares her recovery — and how to support a loved one through this journey.

Chantel describes recovery from vestibular migraine, vertigo, tinnitus and brain fog through a TMS/mind-body framework.

Milou shares her recovery from headaches after a concussion, fatigue, bed rest and sensitivity to light and noise.

Bethany describes migraines, severe back spasms, IBS, recurrent urinary symptoms, anxiety, panic, PTSD, skin symptoms and chemical sensitivities. The video presents her recovery through a TMS/PDP mind-body framework.

Joe shares his recovery from migraines, itching, histamine intolerance, nerve pain and chemical sensitivity.

After years largely confined to bed with CRPS, fatigue, migraines, trigeminal neuralgia and multiple sensitivities, Tuula spent heavily on treatments without lasting relief. She credits TMS education, OCD-focused coaching and lessons gathered from several mind-body practitioners with helping her rebuild daily function.

Will describes overcoming back pain and sciatica alongside recurrent migraines. The interview follows his symptoms, the TMS approach he adopted and the changes that supported his recovery.

Liz describes recovering from both migraines and back pain through a mind-body/TMS approach.

Karen managed to stop 43 years of migraines, applying the principles of Dr. Sarno and Dan Buglio's neuroplastic/TMS approach.

After recurrent meningitis, a spinal-fluid leak and multiple surgeries, Treva developed type 1 and type 2 trigeminal neuralgia. She describes recovering from the fear and disabling facial pain through a TMS/PDP framework.

After six or seven years of trigeminal neuralgia and jaw pain, Shirley says she recovered enough that occasional mild reminders no longer restrict her. She emphasizes confidence, relaxation and interpreting flares as temporary rather than dangerous.

Rachel describes recovery from Long COVID with migraines, fatigue, gut problems and anxiety. She explains how a TMS/PDP approach helped her return to daily life.

Rebecca suffered for years from neuroplastic symptoms, from gut issues to shoulder pain; she shares how she uncovered the role of childhood stress. From the ATNS series “The Story Behind the Symptoms.”

Daniel shares his recovery from IBS, back pain, tinnitus, hyperacusis and acid reflux (GERD).

Bronx says IBS/SIBO symptoms that began in 2021 led to restrictive diets and temporary fixes. After finding mind-body education in 2023, he practiced the approach for more than a year and reports major progress.

Isabelle shares her recovery from chronic UTIs, MCAS, gut issues, IBS and light sensitivity.

Sarah reports recovery from ankle, arm, back and shoulder pain alongside laryngitis, reflux and bloating after multiple surgeries.

Ryan describes overcoming TMJ and throat pain, reflux, food sensitivities, insomnia, burning-mouth sensations and urinary symptoms. He attributes the change to a mind-body approach.

Felice describes recovering from reflux and throat pain alongside panic, anxiety, insomnia, dizziness and a lost menstrual period.

Barbara reports recovery from back pain, reflux, burning mouth and throat sensations, and persistent bad tastes.

Joi describes hip and leg pain, digestive symptoms and insomnia that led her into a mind-body recovery process. Drawing on Internal Family Systems and nervous-system education, she learned to treat the brain as capable of unlearning persistent symptoms.

Alex spent about two years largely bedbound with back pain, insomnia and digestive symptoms. He reports recovering by reducing fear and attention around symptoms, resuming normal life and treating occasional flares as temporary rather than damage.

Ingrid describes interstitial cystitis, IBS and skin symptoms that she came to understand through the TMS mind-body framework. The video focuses on how that change in interpretation supported her recovery.

Nathan describes chronic pain, constipation and insomnia that kept him focused on repeated attempts to fix his body. He reports improving after treating the symptoms as perceived-danger/TMS responses and shifting attention back to normal life.

Paula describes recovery from chronic pain, stomach and thyroid symptoms, and gluten intolerance through a TMS/mind-body approach.

A transformative journey from fibromyalgia to full recovery, emphasizing the role of Traditional Chinese Medicine and holistic nutrition.

After 20 years of ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, she shares the three pivotal moments that transformed her health and her life.

A neuroplasticity coach from Tasmania; she overcame 17 years of chronic pain, fatigue, fibromyalgia and lupus — 11 of them bedbound.

She shares her inspiring recovery story from fibromyalgia and the steps that led her back to health.

She bravely shares her 24-year journey with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue — which began when she was just 4 years old — through to full recovery.

Full recovery from ME/CFS and fibromyalgia after 33 years and many failed attempts; she never gave up and regained her health.

Ashley describes recovery from fibromyalgia, anxiety, IBS-type digestive symptoms, back pain, dry eyes, asthma and food or histamine sensitivities. The interview presents how she approached this wide symptom pattern through a mind-body framework.

Gabriela shares her recovery from fibromyalgia, back and neck pain, body aches and digestive issues.

Jonathan from New Zealand describes chronic pain and fibromyalgia that disrupted sport and daily life. He says meditation, journaling, Sarno’s work and an attitude of indifference helped reduce fear and rebuild confidence in movement.

Monica from New Jersey shares her long journey with fibromyalgia and chronic fatigue, and how she found hope and recovery with Dan Buglio's neuroplastic/TMS approach.

Lindsay describes recovery from ME/CFS and fibromyalgia with brain fog, headaches and dizziness.

Gigi reports recovery from POTS and hEDS-related symptoms including fibromyalgia, migraine, back, TMJ, rib and chest pain, nausea, swallowing problems and bladder pain. She also discusses MCAS and other neurologic symptoms.

Awa reports recovery from migraines, trigeminal neuralgia, fibromyalgia, TMJ, dizziness, fatigue and nerve pain. She explains the mind-body approach she used.

After becoming housebound with severe fibromyalgia at 19, Keelin says she returned to full health. She discusses trauma-informed and nervous-system approaches that helped her reconnect with normal life.

Rebecca Tolin describes recovery from CFS, interstitial cystitis, brain fog, digestive problems and fibromyalgia. She explains how a TMS mind-body framework changed her relationship to symptoms.

After more than 20 years with ME/CFS and fibromyalgia, Rachel O’Connor describes reaching full recovery. She shares the changes in pacing, mindset and nervous-system regulation that helped her regain daily life.

Michelle describes moving from bedbound CFS and a fibromyalgia diagnosis to biking, hiking and thriving. She discusses brain retraining, responding differently to symptoms and gradual activity after the illness began following COVID.

At 71, Diane describes recovering from fibromyalgia and then rapidly recovering from remaining ME/CFS after 31 years of illness. She discusses how years of groundwork, trauma work and ANS REWIRE contributed.

Hilde had physical symptoms for 25 years, with childhood adversity; a recovery story from chronic pelvic pain. From the ATNS series “The Story Behind the Symptoms.”

Ashley’s symptoms began with sensations she mistook for a urinary infection and progressed to pelvic pain, vulvodynia, vestibulodynia and a hypertonic pelvic floor. After consultations with several specialists, she says a mind-body approach helped her move out of pain and severe health anxiety.

Kat shares her recovery from a persistent UTI, bladder and pelvic pain, and related symptoms.

Abby describes bladder pressure and pain diagnosed as interstitial cystitis. She explains how she overcame the symptoms using a mind-body approach.

Janet, a medical doctor, developed persistent urinary urgency and pelvic and bladder pain during a stressful period before final exams, despite an initially clear urine test. She describes moving beyond an interstitial-cystitis diagnosis through education about perceived danger and neuroplastic pain.

After back and groin injuries in 2018, Adam developed persistent pelvic and back pain that made bending and tying his shoes difficult. He reports major improvement after rejecting a structural-damage explanation, returning to sport and responding to flares without fear.

Heather describes chronic bladder and pelvic pain and her recovery through the TMS/PDP mind-body framework. The interview focuses on the shift away from treating the symptoms as ongoing physical damage.

Gabby describes pelvic pain and pudendal neuralgia and the process of reframing them through a TMS/PDP mind-body approach. The video presents the changes that supported her recovery.

Alexandra’s story covers dizziness, brain fog, burning-mouth symptoms, and both trigeminal and pudendal neuralgia.

Tom describes recovery from pelvic pain and pudendal neuralgia; the interview also includes live coaching.

Josh reports recovery from prostatitis/chronic pelvic pain syndrome with urinary frequency and urgency.

Deborah describes recovery from pelvic pain, pelvic-floor dysfunction, pudendal neuralgia, vulvodynia and urethral syndrome.

Laura explains how she used a TMS/mind-body approach to end persistent pelvic pain.

Megan Evans shares her recovery from spondylolisthesis, back pain and pelvic-floor dysfunction, through Dan Buglio's neuroplastic/TMS approach.

Cassie reports recovery from pelvic, sitting and back pain, recurrent UTI symptoms, urinary urgency, tinnitus, coldness and numbness.

Mandy developed severe pelvic pain in 2022 and was unable to sit normally for about a year despite reassuring tests. She reports recovering through mind-body education, the Curable app, meditation, emotional work and gradually reducing fear of the symptoms.

Dan describes recovery from pelvic pain, pudendal neuralgia and neuropathy alongside insomnia and leg and foot pain.

Jonas reports recovery from pudendal neuralgia, prostatitis, sexual dysfunction, hard-flaccid symptoms and back pain.

Maddie reports recovery from POTS with fainting, dizziness, low blood pressure and a rapid heart rate, plus digestive symptoms, nausea, insomnia and anxiety.

A busy New Yorker and occupational therapist; from ER visits to full health, overcoming POTS and Long COVID.

From the UK; she lived with chronic pain, ME/CFS and POTS for 25 years, from age 11. Dismissed by the medical system, she found what helped her.

Michele reports recovery from akathisia, POTS, panic, insomnia, weakness, brain fog and other symptoms.

After a serious car accident, Sam developed looping health fears and became housebound with POTS plus food and chemical sensitivities. She describes how mind-body work and reducing fear helped her return to normal life.

Simona describes recovering from POTS/dysautonomia, multiple sensitivities, and back, hip and foot pain.

Angie describes recovery from overlapping POTS, hypermobile Ehlers–Danlos syndrome (hEDS) and mast-cell activation syndrome (MCAS).

Morgan describes recovery from Long COVID with POTS, dizziness, nausea, digestive problems and food sensitivities. She explains how a TMS/PDP mind-body approach helped her rebuild function.

Nurse Jo Thomas says she reached about 95% recovery from ME/CFS, POTS and dysautonomia. She describes combining medical care with pacing, nervous-system regulation, gradual activity and mindset work.

Manya Ronay describes recovering from POTS after conventional treatments fell short. She credits mind-body work, brain retraining and Internal Family Systems with helping her reconnect with her body.

Vanessa describes recovery after vertigo and migraine were followed by POTS, neuropathy, gastroparesis, recurrent UTI symptoms, MCAS, food sensitivities and Long COVID. She credits a TMS/PDP approach with reducing the cascade of symptoms.

After severe POTS symptoms left her unable to walk or shower alone, Nicole describes returning to travel and exercise. She credits nervous-system regulation, brain retraining and gradual reintroduction of movement.

After POTS made her afraid to stand, Adrianne reports progressing to an exercise bike and longer walks within months. She credits structured support and gradual, repeated activity.

Jeremy describes overcoming persistent dizziness with a mind-body approach; the interview also draws on his work in conflict resolution.

After a year largely on bed rest, Channelle describes recovery from dizziness, fatigue, widespread pain, tinnitus and tremors.

Musician Alex BH developed chronic rocking dizziness after two months of touring and was diagnosed with mal de débarquement syndrome (MdDS). He describes recovery through mind-body education, mindfulness and a different response to the sensations.

Megan describes recovery from PPPD and MdDS with dizziness, derealization, depersonalization and health anxiety.

Kimberly describes recovery from MdDS and chronic dizziness alongside anxiety, panic and insomnia; the interview includes live coaching.

Sam Miller describes going from bedbound with severe PPPD to full recovery. She explains why allowing symptoms and addressing emotional patterns complemented brain retraining.

Sumit Kumar describes recovery from persistent vertigo and neck pain. He shares the TMS/PDP framework he used.

Rachelle reports lasting full recovery from PPPD, MdDS and vestibular migraine after constant rocking, swaying, spinning and visual symptoms. Nearly four years later, she describes how she recovered and stays well.

Melissa describes full recovery from neuritis-related weakness and PPPD after five months of constant dizziness, sensory sensitivity, insomnia, tremors and anxiety. She credits movement, befriending symptoms and emotional work.

After sudden vertigo developed into PPPD and vestibular migraine with constant dizziness, head pressure and visual symptoms, Allison reports more than a year of full recovery. She describes somatic tracking, graded exposure and parasympathetic breathing.

Nicole describes recovering from ME/CFS and Long COVID symptoms including POTS, dizziness, a rapid heart rate and chronic migraine.

Alisha reports recovery from Long COVID symptoms including palpitations, a rapid heart rate, dizziness, anxiety and panic attacks.

Ben describes recovery from Long COVID with brain fog, memory loss and heart palpitations.

From driving IndyCars to a complete standstill due to Long COVID and chronic anxiety. He breaks down the exact mindset shifts that helped him recover.

After an mRNA vaccine, Chelsea Verbeek developed severe chest pain, breathlessness and tachycardia and needed a wheelchair for a year. She describes full recovery through brain retraining, visualization and gradual walking, and says her endometriosis also improved.

A London photographer; he shares his recovery after a 3-year downward spiral with Long COVID and ME/CFS, having tried everything.

From 10 diagnoses (post-viral CFS, dysautonomia/POTS, generalized anxiety and more) to recovery. She describes her rapid return to life.

From Melbourne; she overcame severe ME/CFS after a COVID infection, explaining step by step what worked and what didn't.

From Inverness, Scotland; she shares the three most important tools she used to overcome Long COVID and fully recover.

From mild CFS she was floored by Long COVID early in the pandemic in the UK. She describes the three-year nightmare and the mix of strategies that helped her.

A doctor of physical therapy from Southern California; she talks about her long journey with Long COVID and her recovery.

He shares his experience of Long COVID recovery, and the three phases he had to honor in order to recover.

From bedbound with severe ME/CFS and Long COVID, to reclaiming her life and returning to work.

She struggled with Long COVID for 3 years. Drawing on her background in psychology, she found her path to recovery.

She shares her journey with Long COVID and the steps that led her to recovery.

Christoph documents his recovery from Long COVID and chronic-fatigue symptoms, including the steps he used in the CFS Recovery program.

Crista describes recovery from overlapping Long COVID and CFS symptoms and the progression she followed.

A diagnosis of Long COVID, CFS and fibromyalgia — and how Brent is recovering with multiple overlapping symptoms.

Colin documents his Long COVID recovery and the tools he used to rebuild daily function.

Pediatric dentist Dr Christensen recounts a 17-year process of understanding TMS after chronic back pain and sciatica, followed later by almost a year of Long COVID symptoms. He discusses Sarno’s work, evidence of safety and reducing fear as central to his recovery.

Melanie reports recovery from Long COVID with insomnia, nerve and neck pain, fatigue and anxiety.

From Ireland — a powerful recovery story from chronic pain and fatigue, after years of repetitive strain injury (RSI) and nerve damage.

Danny describes recovery from ME/CFS with post-exertional malaise, headaches, widespread pain, food restrictions, gastritis and jaw pain.

Raelan Agle says her ME/CFS began after a flu shot and lasted ten years before she recovered over the course of a year. She describes reducing fear, moving gradually and building a healing state.

She recovered after nearly a decade of chronic illness and turned what she learned into a free music-and-dance program for rewiring the brain.

From long hikes (on trails like the Pacific Crest Trail) to bedbound with severe ME/CFS while raising three young children — and today she is thriving.

A nurse from New Zealand who lived through the Christchurch earthquakes. Grief and over-responsibility led to ME/CFS, fibromyalgia-level pain and a relentless push-crash cycle — until she found what helped.

From sudden collapse and misdiagnoses to a clear path out of ME/CFS through his own “RESTAND” framework.

A physicist who recovered from ME/CFS and used his research skills to build a free tool that helps you find the approach that fits you best.

A former Royal Marine Commando, a type-A adventurer, until ME/CFS stopped his life. A raw and honest conversation about how he recovered.

She shares a 20+ year journey of researching and recovering from chronic conditions — CFS, Long COVID and burnout — and what ultimately mattered.

He rewired his body's “operating system” from fear to trust, turning 18-hour days in bed into a full, vibrant recovery.

An artist and animator; he shares his 20-year battle with ME/CFS that escalated to Long COVID, and the steps that transformed his life.

An inspiring 43-year journey with ME/CFS: from bedbound and misunderstood, to full recovery at 75.

She talks about her journey with ME/CFS, the popular methods that didn't work, and how mind-body healing and understanding the nervous system led her to recovery.

After three decades and multiple relapses with ME/CFS, she found her way back to vibrant health by blending science and spirituality.

From Munich; she overcame severe ME/CFS after more than 15 years of illness, sharing what made the difference.

Frances developed ME/CFS at 19 and had to leave university. She describes how meditation, emotional awareness and mind-body work supported her recovery and eventual completion of three half-marathons.

A PhD student from Scotland, diagnosed in 2020. Her search for answers and standing up for herself fueled her recovery.

A heartfelt interview about her recovery from severe ME/CFS, POTS and Long COVID — and tools like brain retraining that helped her when all hope seemed lost.

From Salt Lake City; 20 years of severe ME/CFS, five of them bedbound, through to full recovery.

From Glastonbury; 12 years sick with ME/CFS, she tried everything, until a “miracle therapy” restored her within just a few weeks.

A poet and musician; she recovered from severe ME/CFS with neurological and paralysis-like symptoms, having spent months in a dark room unable to tolerate even minor stimuli.

A dancer and actress from Berlin; from bedbound at her lowest point, to thriving and opening her own pole-dance studio.

From Copenhagen; from bedbound with ME/CFS to completing 35 half-marathons. He shares how this turnaround happened.

A hiking trip in Patagonia triggered a series of health problems, including chronic fatigue. He shares how he managed and overcame it.

Irene recounts living with ME/CFS for 33 years before finding a path to recovery. The interview follows how listening to her body and using brain-retraining resources changed her relationship with symptoms.

She lived with ME/CFS for 18 years, at times completely bedbound, and shares exactly what finally allowed her to fully recover.

Kato’s ME/CFS began after a severe sinus infection, followed by a year-long wait for diagnosis. She describes finding hope in recovery stories and using brain-training programs as she rebuilt her health.

At 58, Tammie documents her CFS recovery and the progressive steps she used to rebuild energy and function.

Adrianne recounts moving from hospitalization with CFS to fitness and restored health. The video presents her full recovery through the brain-retraining framework taught by CFS Recovery.

From bedbound to dancing for hours within 6 months. Annette's journey of energy recovery from CFS.

After 20 years with CFS, Jeroen describes moving from a life constrained by illness to renewed energy and daily activity. The video focuses on the mindset shifts, routines and gradual practices he says supported that recovery.

From bedbound to hiking with his one-year-old son. David's return to active life after CFS.

A teacher from New Zealand; she overcame ME/CFS and rheumatoid arthritis using surprising methods.

She recovered after 25 years of lupus, mold illness and multiple chemical sensitivities — from bedbound and told to “get used to it,” to healthy again.

Monnica Marwick describes full recovery from CFS and chronic symptoms that followed an adverse iron infusion and a vaccine reaction. She explains the neuroplastic and mind-body approaches she used.

From bedbound with ME/CFS, autoimmunity and thyroid issues, to a thriving life; she explains the “hidden” drivers beyond diet.

Emily describes recovering from widespread pain and neuropathic burning alongside Raynaud’s and Sjögren’s symptoms, MCAS, psoriatic arthritis, TMJ and burning-mouth symptoms. She used a TMS/PDP framework to become active again.

Irit reports improvement from fatigue, brain fog, skin symptoms, anxiety and rheumatoid arthritis. She shares the TMS approach she used.

Colin describes recovery from mold and food sensitivities, MCAS and related symptoms. He explains how a TMS/PDP framework helped him reduce fear and restore activity.

Shauna reports recovery from pain and symptoms associated with ankylosing spondylitis, TMJ and iritis. She discusses emotional awareness and a TMS/PDP approach.

Christiane describes recovery from fatigue, persistent pain and food sensitivities. She explains how a TMS mind-body approach helped the symptoms resolve.

Juliet Marie Stein describes a severe crash after multiple vaccinations that left her unable to walk, numb from the waist down and experiencing PEM. She reports full recovery through a self-directed mind-body and neuroplasticity path.

Harnet Bokrezion recounts rapid deterioration after vaccination following an earlier bout of Long COVID, with more than 60 symptoms and repeated life-threatening episodes. She describes recovery through brain rewiring, mindset work, supplements and gradual rebuilding.

John describes becoming bedbound with CFS and Long COVID symptoms after a vaccine reaction and repeated medical dead ends. He reports returning to intense workouts through brain retraining, mindset shifts and gradual activity.

Contemporary dancer Tara Brendell describes a severe reaction after her third COVID vaccination that abruptly interrupted her life and career. She shares a year of recovery built around nervous-system regulation, self-compassion, gentle movement, joy and community support.

Michele describes a 20-year history of migraine and CFS followed by a crash after a vaccine reaction and Long COVID setback. She says she reached full recovery in 2025 through mind-body work, nervous-system regulation and several complementary approaches.

Rebekah Aiston describes Long COVID followed by a booster-related setback with severe fatigue, allergic reactions, MCAS, digestive and inflammatory symptoms. She shares a slow recovery through pacing, therapy, nervous-system regulation, boundaries, community and renewed paid and volunteer work.

After his third COVID-19 vaccination, Timo describes more than 30 symptoms including severe fatigue, headaches, vertigo, digestive problems and MCAS-related difficulties. He reports full recovery through mind-body work, emotional reconnection and a symptom-release practice after extensive medical treatment had not restored his health.