About Us
Whole-person care for whole-life relief
Chronic pain is complex. If you’re here, you’ve probably already tried medications, injections, or even surgeries, yet the pain is still with you. That’s because chronic pain doesn’t just live in the body. It touches every part of your life: your mood, your energy, your sleep, your relationships, your career, and your sense of who you are.
You’re not just dealing with physical symptoms; you’re carrying the emotional weight too. We see you. We’ve been there.
We’re two providers with over 10+ years of experience, a licensed pain psychologist and a rehabilitation therapist, working together to help you reclaim your life from chronic pain. We’ve both experienced life-changing pain ourselves, and after finding real relief through whole-person approaches, we’ve made it our mission to help others do the same.
Our Approach
We created this program because people with chronic pain deserve more than temporary fixes. Our care goes beyond symptoms; we look at the full picture. We’ll work with you on:
Boosting activity levels safely and gradually, while respecting your body’s limits
Improving your mood and managing stress, anxiety, or depression through evidence-based techniques
Reducing inflammation and balancing hormones with guidance on anti-inflammatory nutrition
Healing relationships and restoring connection, so pain doesn’t isolate you
Improving your sleep, using proven tools from CBT-I and more...
All of this happens in a supportive, accessible online setting. No rushed appointments. No insurance limitations. Just you and a team that truly listens and guides you with compassion and expertise.
Dr. Ozlem Tekelioglu, PsyD
Licensed Pain Psychologist
Dr. Ozlem Tekelioglu – or just “Dr. Oz,” as her patients call her – is a licensed health psychologist who understands firsthand how challenging it can be to live with pain, stress, or ongoing health concerns.
As someone who lives with chronic pain herself, she brings both professional expertise and personal empathy to her work, creating a space where individuals feel truly understood and supported.
She specializes in helping adults manage chronic and acute pain, cope with chronic medical illnesses, and work through anxiety, depression, PTSD, and sleep difficulties.
Her approach is warm, collaborative, and grounded in proven methods that support both mental and physical well-being.
Dr. Oz draws from a range of evidence-based therapies, including Pain Reprocessing Therapy (PRT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Chronic Pain (CBT-CP), Graded Motor Imagery (GMI), Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR), Cognitive Processing Therapy (CPT), and body-mind exercises. She tailors each session to meet you where you are, whether you’re looking for practical tools, emotional support, or a fresh perspective.
She earned her doctorate in clinical psychology from the APA-accredited California School of Professional Psychology at Alliant International University. She completed her internship and postdoctoral residency with specialized training in chronic pain management.
Dr. Oz is licensed to practice in both Texas and California and is a proud member of the American Psychological Association (APA).
Wherever you are in your journey, Dr. Oz is here to help you take the next step toward healing and relief.
Carlos Ramires,
Rehabilitation Therapist
NAFC Certified Personal Trainer
As a NAFC-certified personal trainer with a passion for health and wellness, he began his career by helping individuals achieve their fitness goals and embrace more active, fulfilling lives. His deep interest in movement and recovery evolved into a focused dedication to pain management and rehabilitation.
Currently a part of the in-patient care team at Baylor Scott & White Hospital in Texas, he collaborates with specialists across Neurology, Oncology, Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery, and Orthopedics. His hands-on involvement in physical therapy and patient care has deepened his expertise in managing complex pain conditions.
Previously, he gained valuable clinical experience at interdisciplinary chronic pain management clinic known as a Functional Restoration Program (FRP), where he worked extensively with workers’ compensation patients, helping them regain strength, mobility, and confidence after injury.
With a strong foundation in both fitness and clinical rehabilitation, he brings a holistic, compassionate approach to pain therapy, empowering individuals to manage pain effectively, restore function, and reclaim their quality of life through personalized, evidence-based care.
