Dr. Lisa Ensfield is a licensed clinical psychologist specializing in chronic pain management. She helps patients navigate the emotional, behavioral, and cognitive impacts of persistent pain using evidence-based methods such as cognitive behavioral therapy, mindfulness, and acceptance-based approaches. Dr. Ensfield practices within an interdisciplinary model, collaborating with physicians, physical therapists, and pain coaches to improve patient outcomes and quality of life.
Dr. Valeria Martinez-Kaigi is a clinical health psychologist with expertise in chronic pain, behavior change, and the integration of psychological and medical care. She serves as Chief of Health Psychology at Override Health and is certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT). Dr. Martinez-Kaigi’s work focuses on helping patients rewire pain pathways, enhance resilience, and regain function through biopsychosocial treatment models.
Chad Shafer is a physical therapist focused on helping patients with chronic pain rebuild movement confidence and function. At Override, he integrates movement-based rehabilitation, pain neuroscience education, and pacing strategies to reduce fear and promote long-term recovery. His approach combines evidence-based exercise with empathy and active problem-solving to help patients move beyond pain limitations.
Monika Domke is a clinical social worker and yoga teacher who integrates CBT, ACT, and somatic practices for chronic pain. At Override, she teaches mind-body skills that calm the nervous system and support paced re-engagement.
Dr. Marissa Cohler is a board-certified Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation physician specializing in chronic pain and complex musculoskeletal conditions. At Override, she provides comprehensive evaluations and personalized medical strategies to optimize function and minimize pain through a multidisciplinary model. Her expertise in rehabilitation medicine and telehealth allows her to deliver coordinated, accessible care for patients living with persistent pain.
Libby Darin is a physical therapist and Therapeutic Pain Specialist who helps patients with persistent pain restore mobility and confidence through education, graded exercise, and pacing. At Override, she builds simple, sustainable movement plans that reduce sensitivity and improve daily function.
Meghan Murphy is a physical therapist specializing in chronic pain, musculoskeletal dysfunction, and pelvic health. At Override, she integrates pain neuroscience education with progressive loading and self-management strategies to help patients reduce flare cycles and maintain long-term function.
Trisha Tkach is a physical therapist with extensive experience treating complex chronic pain conditions, including TMD, lumbopelvic dysfunction, and shoulder disorders. At Override, she blends education, targeted exercise, and behavior change to reduce fear of movement and improve function.
Jill McCoy is a physical therapist specializing in chronic pain rehabilitation with a focus on measurable progress and functional restoration. At Override, she applies evidence-based rehabilitation, pacing, and patient education to support recovery after injury and surgery.
Rachel Cutts is a physical therapist who combines chronic pain management and performance principles to help patients—from active adults to athletes—return to meaningful activity. At Override, she pairs load management, nutrition-informed coaching, and pain education to accelerate functional progress.
Susan Hecht is a licensed clinical social worker with decades of experience integrating cognitive, behavioral, and holistic methods for chronic pain. At Override, she helps patients reduce catastrophizing, manage mood, and reengage in meaningful roles.
Dr. Iryna Wolberg is a nurse practitioner specializing in pain management, telehealth, and rehabilitation. At Override, she performs comprehensive medical evaluations and coordinates multimodal plans that align medical, behavioral, and physical therapy approaches.
Rachel Adler is a family nurse practitioner who manages chronic pain within primary and specialty care contexts. At Override, she collaborates across disciplines to optimize medications, sleep, and activity targets that support functional goals.
Dr. Dorota Novitskie is a psychologist trained in Pain Reprocessing Therapy who treats the psychological drivers of persistent pain. At Override, she guides patients to reinterpret pain signals, decrease fear, and resume activity.
Dr. Erin Etzel is a clinical health psychologist who treats chronic pain, insomnia, and anxiety using cognitive behavioral and mindfulness-based therapies. At Override, she applies trauma-informed methods to improve regulation, sleep, and adherence to rehabilitation.
Dr. Christina Le-Short is a double board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician who leads clinical services at Override Health. She designs team-based medical, psychological, and rehabilitation pathways that improve outcomes for people with chronic pain.
Brenda Craig is a pain coach certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) who leverages neuroscience, pacing, and mindset training to help patients replace reflexive pain behaviors with effective skills. At Override, she supports daily behavior change that reduces flare frequency and builds long-term resilience.
Jaerene Robinson is a health coach and addiction counselor who addresses the overlap of chronic pain, stress, and substance risk. At Override, she teaches coping, craving management, and goal setting to support safer, sustainable pain recovery.
Karen Hsue is a health coach whose personal experience with pain informs practical, compassionate support. At Override, she helps patients build routines—movement, recovery, and stress management—that lower pain interference and enhance well-being.
Kendy Anderson is a pain coach certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) who guides patients through pacing, activity planning, and cognitive reframing. At Override, she focuses on small, consistent progress that restores confidence and control over pain.
Bobbie Seright is a health coach who applies mindfulness, pacing, and gratitude practices to help patients manage chronic pain. At Override, she teaches practical skills that enhance daily function and emotional resilience.
Kris Sutton is a pain coach certified in Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT) who uses neuroscience education and mindfulness to reduce pain anxiety and increase activity. At Override, she partners with patients to set achievable goals and track functional progress.
Paul Curtis is a coach and exercise specialist who integrates strength, conditioning, and pain education to rebuild physical capacity. At Override, he designs gradual, goal-oriented movement plans to support recovery and confidence in activity.
Monika Domke is a licensed clinical social worker who brings a mind-body approach to chronic pain management. At Override, she supports patients through therapies that combine cognitive behavioral and acceptance-based methods with mindfulness and somatic awareness. Her focus is helping individuals identify emotional and physiological triggers of pain and develop sustainable coping skills that improve overall well-being.
Dr. Janna Gordon is a licensed clinical health psychologist who helps patients with chronic pain and medical conditions improve well-being and function through evidence-based psychological care. At Override, she uses cognitive behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and mind-body strategies to help patients build coping tools and align treatment with their values. Her collaborative, whole-person approach emphasizes resilience, self-efficacy, and sustainable recovery.
Dr. Sheryl Leytham is a clinical psychologist specializing in the intersection of chronic pain, trauma, and behavioral health. She has extensive experience in hospital and outpatient settings and has served as a pain specialist within interdisciplinary medical teams. At Override, she integrates CBT, ACT, and mindfulness to help patients reduce pain interference, improve sleep, and enhance emotional well-being.
Dr. Carnegie Truesdale is a licensed clinical psychologist with extensive experience in chronic pain management. At Override, she provides individual therapy for adults living with chronic pain, emphasizing education, self-regulation, and skill building. Her work includes supervising trainees and promoting interdisciplinary collaboration to improve patient care.
Dr. Carrie Johnson is a double board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician specializing in the treatment of complex and chronic pain. At Override, she provides comprehensive medical evaluation and guidance within an interdisciplinary care model, emphasizing functional recovery and patient education. Her practice combines evidence-based interventions, medication optimization, and behavioral integration to improve outcomes for patients with chronic pain.
Mithra Moon is a board-certified physician assistant specializing in pain management and musculoskeletal rehabilitation. At Override, she provides virtual medical evaluations and collaborates with the interdisciplinary team to develop targeted, evidence-based care plans for patients with chronic pain. Her experience spans orthopedic and spine care, telemedicine, and interventional pain management, with a focus on patient education, functional recovery, and whole-person care.
Dr. Elisha Peterson is a triple-board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician who directs pediatric chronic pain programs and teaches integrated, biopsychosocial care. She trained in pain medicine at Harvard-affiliated programs, served as Director of Chronic Pain at a leading children’s hospital, and is an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology. Her approach emphasizes education, family engagement, and functional recovery for youth with complex pain.
Dr. Elisha Peterson is a triple-board-certified anesthesiologist and pain medicine physician who directs pediatric chronic pain programs and teaches integrated, biopsychosocial care. She trained in pain medicine at Harvard-affiliated programs, served as Director of Chronic Pain at a leading children’s hospital, and is an Associate Professor of Anesthesiology. Her approach emphasizes education, family engagement, and functional recovery for youth with complex pain.
Dr. Catherine Russell is a licensed physical therapist with over 15 years of experience in outpatient, inpatient, and home health care. At Override, she helps patients with chronic pain regain movement and confidence through evidence-based therapy, pacing, and education. Drawing on her background in digital health and rehabilitation, she integrates physical and behavioral strategies to support lasting recovery.
Laurie Weinberg is a licensed clinical social worker with over 20 years of experience in adult mental health, addiction, and life transitions. She practices a collaborative, evidence-based approach grounded in mindfulness, ACT, CBT, DBT, and person-centered therapy. At Override, she helps patients with chronic pain build resilience, reframe unhelpful thought patterns, and develop coping strategies that improve daily function and well-being.
Meet the dedicated physicians who make Override possible. Experts committed to your health journey and partnering with you every step of the way.
