Pain Is No Joke™
Learn. Laugh. Live.
What if there's more to your pain story than you've been told?
Pain Is No Joke™ is a six-week, small-group experience where we make pain science understandable through movement, playful activities, and practical strategies.
Because pain is serious. Learning about it doesn't have to be.
Join us virtually or in Alexandria, VA.
So, what actually happens?
Learning, movement, laughter, and connection aren't just activities to fill six weeks. They're evidence-based ways to help ease pain.
We learn.
Pain science without the glazed-over eyes from high school science class. Understand how your nervous system works and why pain isn't always the enemy.
We move and explore.
Through gentle movement, playful activities, and stories that bring pain science to life, you'll discover practical ways to work with your nervous system. Everything is optional and adaptable.
We connect. And laugh.
You'll be part of a small group where you can ask questions, share experiences, and learn from each other. No comparing pain. No pressure to perform. And yes, there will be laughter.
“I have more control over pain than I thought.”
Christine, six-week participant
What could be different in six weeks?
Six weeks won't magically make pain disappear. (Wouldn't that be nice?)
What if you walked away understanding your pain differently, knowing practical ways to calm your nervous system, and discovering new choices when pain shows up?
These are goals you'll learn strategies to work toward, not guaranteed results.
Six weeks. A different way to understand pain.
Week 1
Your Nervous System, the House Alarm
Why your alarm sometimes reacts to a leaf like it's a brick.
Week 2
Pain and the Nosy Neighbors
Making sense of why pain can spread or show up somewhere new.
Week 3
Turning Down the Volume
Discover practical ways to help calm a sensitive nervous system.
Week 4
The Pain Committee
Meet the many characters that influence your pain experience. Apparently, everyone has an opinion.
Week 5
Lions, Kittens, and Stress
Discover how stress can turn up your nervous system's alarm.
Week 6
Is the Tissue the Issue?
Explore why pain and tissue damage aren't always the same thing.
All participants receive a workbook, a post-program summary, and an invitation to the Pain Is No Joke™ community for continued learning and connection.
Don't just take my word for it.
“During a normal week before Pain Is No Joke, I would have headaches every day and perhaps one full-on migraine. Last week I had one headache.”
Nancy M., six-week participant
“What I did not expect was how much fun it would be. Our group of six quickly felt at ease, and Jen made the experience enjoyable from the start.”
Nancy, workshop participant
Meet Jen
Hi, I'm Jen Uschold, a physical therapist, pain science educator, and health and wellness coach.
After more than 35 years as a physical therapist, I've learned that understanding pain can be a game changer in how we experience it. And learning doesn't have to feel like sitting through another lecture.
That's why I created Pain Is No Joke™.
I combine evidence-based pain science with movement, playful activities, and connection to help people discover new ways to respond to pain.
My goal? To help you take your life back from pain.
Ready to give it a try?
Choose the option that works for you.
ALEXANDRIA, VA
November 16 – December 21, 2026
Mondays at 6:00 PM Eastern
Six sessions, 75 minutes each
$349
VIRTUAL
November 16 – December 21, 2026
Mondays at 12:00 PM Eastern (noon)
Six live sessions, 60 minutes each
$319
Small groups. Limited to 12 participants.
Have questions? Let's talk. I'm happy to help you decide if this is a good next step for you.
Not available for this series?
In December, I'm partnering with TrueRest Float Spa to bring you Pain Is No Joke™ AND relaxation!
On top of joining the series, you'll get a 3-session package to TrueRest and save $$ in the process.
