Why the World Needs More Pain Coaches
Chronic pain is one of the most pressing yet misunderstood health challenges today. In the UK, 1 in 4 adults live with chronic pain, with millions more worldwide navigating the daily struggles of discomfort, fatigue, and frustration.
The medical system often responds with prescriptions, pacing advice, or physiotherapy. While these can help, they rarely address the whole-person experience of pain—the emotional toll, loss of identity, and impact on confidence and motivation.
This gap is where pain coaching steps in. Coaches trained in pain management help clients make sense of their experience, regulate stress, and rebuild confidence. Instead of simply “managing” pain, they empower clients to live fuller, richer lives.
What is Pain Coaching?
A New Approach to Pain Support
Pain coaching is not therapy, physiotherapy, or medicine. Instead, it’s a non-clinical, trauma-informed coaching model that supports people with chronic pain through structured conversations, practical tools, and emotional guidance.
The Science Behind Pain Coaching
Modern neuroscience shows that chronic pain is often not just about damaged tissue—it’s the result of the nervous system being stuck in “high alert.” By calming this system, changing thought patterns, and building resilience, pain becomes more manageable.
The Role of Psychology and Mind-Body Techniques
Pain coaches use strategies drawn from psychology, somatic practices, and neuroscience. They help clients manage stress, reduce fear-driven flare-ups, and reconnect with hope.
Introducing The STILL Method Pain Coaching Course
The STILL Method Pain Coaching Course is a professional, accredited programme that trains you to become a Certified STILL Method Pain Coach.
It is not just theory—it’s rooted in lived experience.
“I was born with brittle bone disease. I’ve broken nearly every bone in my body. Pain has shaped my life—but so has learning how to manage it, understand it, and live beyond it. This course was built not just from research but from lived experience. It’s about helping others reclaim that possibility.”
— Stuart Thompson, Creator of The STILL Method
This unique blend of research, practical application, and firsthand insight makes the course both credible and compassionate.
Who Should Train as a Pain Coach?
This course is designed for professionals who want to work at the intersection of coaching, wellbeing, and pain support. It’s ideal for:
Coaches and therapists who want to specialise in chronic pain support.
Educators, carers, and community professionals working with individuals in distress.
Mental health and wellbeing practitioners looking to expand into pain-informed practice.
People with lived experience of pain who want to turn their journey into a meaningful career.
You don’t need a medical background. What’s required is compassion, emotional maturity, and a willingness to help others live beyond pain.
Why Become a Certified Pain Coach?
Training as a pain coach is more than gaining new skills—it’s joining a movement to change the way pain is understood and supported.
By completing this course, you’ll:
Deliver 1:1 and group coaching sessions using the STILL Method.
Learn mind-body coaching tools like breathwork, pacing, and grounding.
Teach clients emotional regulation techniques that reduce pain intensity.
Gain professional recognition with ACCPH & IPHM accreditation.
Access STILL-branded workbooks, scripts, and session plans.
Build a career path in a growing, in-demand area of coaching.
Inside the Course: Six Modules That Build Your Expertise
The STILL Method Pain Coaching Course is structured across six powerful modules, delivered live on Zoom (with online access).
Module 1 – Understanding Pain
Pain as a nervous system output, not just tissue damage.
How trauma, fear, and stress influence chronic pain.
Neuroplasticity and why pain persists.
Module 2 – STILL Method Fundamentals
The STOP, TALK, IMAGINE, LISTEN, LEARN framework.
How to adapt the method for chronic pain clients.
Explaining pain in simple, empowering ways.
Module 3 – Tools for Mind-Body Coaching
Somatic regulation and calming techniques.
Pain-focused breathwork and reprogramming touch.
Guided visualisation and self-hypnosis.
Module 4 – The Emotional Impact of Pain
Supporting identity loss, grief, shame, and isolation.
Rebuilding motivation and belief in change.
Narrative coaching and future-focused strategies.
Module 5 – Practice and Delivery
Structuring first sessions, follow-ups, and group formats.
Professional boundaries, ethics, and scope of practice.
Reflective practice and trauma-awareness.
Module 6 – Building a Sustainable Practice
Positioning yourself as a pain coach.
Marketing your services ethically and effectively.
Access to ongoing mentoring and CPD.
Why Choose The STILL Method Pain Coaching Course?
This course stands out from generic wellness certifications because it offers:
Accreditation – Certified by ACCPH & IPHM.
Practical Tools – Session scripts, workbooks, and STILL-branded frameworks.
Ongoing Mentorship – Monthly calls and community support.
Lived Experience & Evidence – Built on both science and real-world application.
It’s not a wellness gimmick—it’s a professional pathway with real credibility.
Real-World Opportunities for Certified Pain Coaches
Once certified, pain coaches work in a wide range of settings:
Private coaching practices.
Community and wellbeing services.
Schools and educational settings.
Complementing therapy, counselling, or holistic practices.
Because chronic pain is such a widespread issue, the demand for accredited pain coaches is growing rapidly.
FAQs About Becoming a Pain Coach
1. Do I need to be a therapist or doctor?
No. This course is non-clinical and trauma-informed. You don’t need a medical background—just the willingness to help.
2. Is the course accredited?
Yes. It’s accredited by ACCPH and IPHM, providing professional recognition.
3. How is the training delivered?
Live on Zoom, with lifetime online access to all recordings and materials.
4. Will I get support after training?
Yes—monthly mentoring calls, community support, and CPD are included.
5. Can I call myself a Certified Pain Coach?
Yes. On completion, you’ll be entitled to use the STILL Method Pain Coach title.
6. How much does the course cost?
Currently offered at £595 (reduced from £1,250), with lifetime access to updates.
How to Enroll in The STILL Method Pain Coaching Course
Taking the next step is simple:
Visit thestillmethod.co.uk/pain.
Book your place directly or schedule a free call with Stuart to discuss your options.
Begin your journey to becoming a Certified Pain Coach.
Final Thoughts: Change Lives as a Certified Pain Coach
The world needs more compassionate, skilled professionals who understand the real impact of chronic pain. By training as a Certified STILL Method Pain Coach, you’ll gain the tools, structure, and professional recognition to support people in ways traditional models often overlook.
This isn’t just a qualification—it’s a calling. It’s an opportunity to change lives, build a rewarding career, and be part of a movement redefining pain support.
👉 Ready to begin? Enroll in The STILL Method Pain Coaching Course today or book a free call with Stuart to learn more.
