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Connect Your Clients to Integrative, Evidence-Based Psychology Services

Client-Centered Care

At Alcove Mental Health, we specialize in offering psychological support for individuals living with chronic pain via telehealth. Whether your patient is preparing for an interventional procedure or seeking support for the ongoing impact of pain, we provide a trauma-informed, evidence-based approach to help them move forward with greater ease.

Services Include:

  • Individual therapy:

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for Chronic Pain

    • Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)

    • Mindfulness and relaxation strategies

    • Clinical Hypnosis

    • Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT)

    • Somatic and body-based strategies

  • Group services:

    • CBT for Chronic Pain is a structured weekly group designed to help rewire unhelpful thought patterns, build coping skills, and find genuine support. In this multiple-weeks course, clients will learn how to manage pain-related stress and connect with others who get it.

    • Empowered Relief is a condensed yet powerful introduction to pain-coping strategies in a supportive group setting. This single 2-hour session gives participants science-backed tools to help them manage pain more effectively and feel more in control. Offered at low-cost of $99. More information.

  • Pre-surgical psychological evaluations for implantable pain devices

We welcome referrals from pain specialists, surgeons, physical therapists, primary care providers, and other health professionals—including mental health colleagues. Our work complements medical and rehabilitative care by addressing the emotional, behavioral, and nervous system aspects of pain.

Together, we can support your patients in reconnecting with what matters.

What We Help With

  • Patients experiencing ongoing or recurrent pain without a clear medical explanation—such as tension headaches, pelvic or gastrointestinal discomfort, back pain without injury—may benefit from online therapy that address both physical sensations and emotional responses.

  • If pain is significantly disrupting your patients’ daily activities—including work, social engagements, or household tasks—they might find benefit from coping strategies to manage and control these effects better through pain-focused online therapy.

  • Patients dealing with anxiety, depression, or heightened stress levels related to chronic pain can gain coping mechanisms and emotional support to improve overall well-being.

  • Clients who may be avoiding certain movements or activities due to fear of pain or flares may benefit from therapeutic techniques aimed at gradually reintroducing these activities safely—and addressing any non-physical barriers to progress.

  • Patients interested in learning self-regulation techniques, such as mindfulness or cognitive-behavioral strategies, and who already understand the impact their emotions and mindset may have on pain are especially likely to benefit from pain psychology tools.

What Sets Us Apart

Hi, I’m Dr. Kalianivala — but you can call me Anahita

I help people with chronic pain reclaim their lives—one step, one breath, one moment at a time.

I’m a clinical psychologist who specializes in the intersection of chronic pain, trauma, and mental health. My approach is warm, direct, and evidence-based—rooted in the belief that while pain may be part of someone’s story, it doesn’t define who they are. 

My practice is built on integrative and client-focused chronic pain management, blending evidence-based therapies with mind-body strategies to support the whole self. Whether clients are feeling overwhelmed by symptoms, anxious about medical procedures, or just exhausted by the daily weight of it all, I’m here to help them find relief, strength, and a renewed sense of possibility.

anahita kalianivala pain psychologist smiling and ready to collaborate with other pain providers to support chronic pain management

  • Pain Psychology Expertise

    We offer evidence-based psychological care for chronic pain management, integrating pain science education with emotional and behavioral therapy to address both the physical and emotional components of pain.

    Dr. Kalianivala has completed formal training in health psychology and pain psychology, including a pain psychology fellowship at Stanford University School of Medicine.

  • Affordable, Accessible Solutions

    All therapy and assessment services are offered virtually and clients can attend from the comfort of their home—or the flexibility of their travel destination.

    Dr. Kalianivala is a certified instructor of Empowered Relief, an evidence-based pain management program developed at Stanford. This 2-hour single-session offering delivers high-quality care at a low-barrier of $99.

  • Trauma-Informed, Integrative Approach

    Dr. Kalianivala aims to provide a safe, authentic space for all clients—regardless of their background or experiences. Incorporating holistic, trauma-informed care that incorporates multiple modalities is a core feature of online therapy for chronic pain at Alcove Mental Health.

  • Community Focus

    Offering accessible care with a sliding scale fee structure to support individuals from all financial backgrounds in their access to quality chronic pain support.

    If sliding scale is not available, payment plans may be arranged.

  • Emphasis on Interdisciplinary Care

    We believe that interdisciplinary care is essential for effective chronic pain management. And that standard remains a priority, even in private practice.

    Dr. Kalianivala is committed to fostering open, timely communication and building strong, collaborative relationships with all members of her clients’ healthcare teams. This ensures a coordinated, holistic approach to care that optimizes patient outcomes.

Let’s Connect

If you’d like to explore how we can work together—or simply learn more about my services—I’d love to connect!

I welcome referrals and am always happy to collaborate with therapists, physicians, physical therapists, and wellness providers.

Let’s build supportive care pathways together.

Ways To Collaborate

At Alcove Mental Health, we believe in the power of collaboration to enhance care and outcomes.

Some ways we can work together:

  • Would you rather send clients straight to me vs wait for them to self-refer? Let’s streamline the referral process with a built-for-you system that allows you to directly (and securely) refer patients to me to access the chronic pain care they need.

  • For complex or multidisciplinary cases, I’m available for collaborative consultations with other healthcare providers. Together, we can ensure your patients receive the most comprehensive, well-rounded care by integrating pain psychology strategies with medical, therapeutic, and other interventions.

  • Looking for a deeper dive? I’m available to present to your team about my available services (or even to brainstorm a custom offering). I am also happy to provide educational talks on behavioral pain management and related mental health topics.

  • I can provide printed materials for your office(s) to make it as easy as possible for your care team to share information with their patients.