Garry L. Spink Jr., PhD
I am a licensed psychologist (NYS # 023878) and a nationally recognized expert in helping people with chronic illnesses. I have had thousands of hours of training helping people within this population, and I created this practice in 2022 to bring my expertise and provide the highest-quality care to New Yorkers. My practice is centered around helping you learn about, understand, and cope with the psychological parts of your health. Working together, we focus on decreasing various behaviors, thoughts, and emotions that have been found to worsen your symptoms and limit your life.
My Training
Bachelors of Science (BS) - Biotechnology (2006)
Rochester Institute of Technology
Rochester, NY
Masters of Science (MS) - Clinical Psychology (2016)
Health Psychology Focus
Syracuse University - APA Accredited
Syracuse, NY
Doctorate of Philosophy (PhD) - Clinical Psychology (2019)
Health Psychology Focus
Syracuse University - APA Accredited
Syracuse, NY
Pre-Doctoral Internship (2019)
Rochester Institute of Technology - Priority Behavioral Health and Clinical Psychology - APA Accredited
Placed at Rochester Regional Health
Rochester, NY
Post-Doctoral Training (2020)
Rochester Institute of Technology - Priority Behavioral Health and Clinical Psychology
Placed at Rochester Regional Health
Rochester, NY
Professional Organizations and Services
- American Psychological Association (APA)
- APA Division 38 - Health Psychology (including the Pain Psychology Special Interest Group)
- New York Pain Society - Formerly served on the Board of Directors
- International Organization for the Study of Pain (IASP)
- American Association of Pain Psychology
- ROME Foundation Gastropsych
- American Diabetes Association Mental Health Educator
- American Academy of Pain Medicine
- Central New York Psychological Association
- Psychophysiologic Disorders Association
- American College of Lifestyle Medicine
Focused Treatment To Better Serve You!
Pain and health are complex, requiring changes in many biological and psychological components for success. Due to this complexity, the scientific literature grows fast! To better serve you and work with your other providers, I have found it beneficial to keep up-to-date on the research in many areas, not just psychology. This focus requires constant and ongoing training; ultimately, I opted to focus exclusively on pain and illness for my practice to provide you with the best possible care! It has also allowed me to collaborate with many excellent providers and researchers, as well as build a large repertoire of resources that can help you on your journey. You can check out some of these by visiting my resources page.
I have spent the past two decades learning how best to help you, and believe that my unique expertise alongside your expertise on yourself can help you get your life moving. I have worked with many hospitals in Upstate New York, and with specialties including pain medicine, neurology, gastroenterology, bariatrics, rheumatology, cardiology, family medicine, and palliative care. In addition to my work with patients, I provide education and consultation to several hospitals, providers, residency programs, and colleges throughout New York State on the psychological and social aspects of pain and illness. I have provided many media interviews on these topics. I am also a member of the Board of Directors of the New York Pain State Society and hope to continue providing support for people with pain and healthcare providers through the role. I thoroughly enjoy helping patients, providers, and the public learn more about pain psychology and the psychology of health. I hope to have an opportunity to discuss the topic with you.
Relevant Presentations & Organizations
Professional Presentations
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Health and Pain Psychology. Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Psychology, Denstitry, and Chronic Pain. Touro College of Dental Medicine.
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Behavioral Treatments in Headaches: CBT and Biofeedback. University of Rochester Medical Center, Headache Medicine Fellowship
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Psychology of Chronic Pain. University of Rochester Medical Center EastmanInstitutee of Oral Health
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Chronic Pain Q&A. Genesee Mental Health Center
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Presurgical Evaluations and OUD/SUD Use. Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2024). Co-occurring Pain Management and OUD/SUD. Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2023). Psychology in Chronic Pain. United Memorial Medical Center, Family Medicine Residency Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2023). Behavioral Treatments in Headaches: CBT and Biofeedback. University of Rochester Medical Center, Headache Medicine Fellowship
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2023). Pain and Psychology: A primer for physical therapists. American Physical Therapy Association - Central New York Chapter
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2023). Pain Psychology. Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship. Rochester Regional Health
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2023). Pain Psychology. Department of Rheumatology. Rochester General Hospital.
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2023). Presurgical Evaluations. Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2022). Psychology and Headaches. Headache and Neurology Program. University of Rochester.
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2022). Motivational Interviewing Two-Hour Provider Training
Integrated Medication Assisted Treatment (IMAT) Program, Rochester Regional Health - Spink, G. L., Jr (2022). Functional Neurological Symptom Disorder (Conversion Disorder) Question and Answer Session Genesee Mental Health Center Child & Youth Clinic
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2022). Presurgical Evaluations and SUD/OUD Use. Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2022). Pain and Psychology: Evidence-Based Assessment and Treatment Rochester Regional Health Medical and Dental Staff Grand Rounds
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2021). Psychological Treatment of Pain St. Lawrence Health System
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2021). Psychological Treatments for Somatization and Chronic Pain Rochester Regional Health & St. Lawrence Health System Behavioral Health
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2021). Co-occurring Pain Management and Substance Use Disorders Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2021). DSM-5 Update - Obsessive-Compulsive, Dissociative, Somatic Symptom Disorders, and Malingering Rochester Regional Health Clinical Seminars Series
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2021). Presurgical Evaluations and SUD/OUD Use. Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2020). Telehealth for Psychology Rochester Institute of Technology Priority Behavioral Health & Clinical Psychology Internship Program
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2019). Somatization: An Introduction to the Assessment and Treatment Literature Rochester Regional Health Best Practices Series
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2019). Somatization Question-and-Answer Session Genesee Mental Health Clinic
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2019). Assessment and Treatment of Somatization Evelyn Brandon Health Center
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2018). Somatization: Assessment and Treatment Greece Mental Health Clinic
- Spink, G. L., Jr (2016). Cognitive-affective factors influencing daily somatic complaints. Clinical Program Seminar Department of Psychology, Syracuse University
Media and General Public Presentations
- 6 Tips for Tackling Tingling Neuropathy - Bezzy T2D
- How to Reduce Chest Pain Caused by Stress- 6 Effective Ways - USATales
- Mood Interventions May Help Reduce Inflammation in Ulcerative Colitis and Crohn's Disease - Healthline
- Becoming Pain-Free: Dr. Garry Spink of Spink Psychology on How to Alleviate Chronic Pain - Medium
- Is it bad to snooze your alarm clock? - Hunker
- Benefits of Adding Mindfulness to Your Fitness Routine: It's time to re-examine the mind-body connection - AskMen
- Natural Remedies for IBS - The Epoch Times
- Mental Health Experts Speak Out: The Many Benefits of Journaling -Partners in Fire
- How to Overcome Mental Fatigue - UpJourney
- Health Care Becomes More of a Hybrid, Digital World - Rochester Business Journal
- Stress-Free, Festive Get-Togethers - Good Health Magazine
- Psychosocial Treatment for Chronic Pain - Rochester Regional Health Health Hive
- Disability Raises Depression Risk - Good Health Magazine
- Stress and health - Question and answer session - JCC Wellness Wednesdays
- Primary care physician a good starting place for tackling mental health issues -Rochester Business Journal
- Life after COVID-19: Rochester doctors say some patients developing neurological, psychiatric symptoms - Spectrum News
- Experts highlight COVID-19 vaccination risk vs. reward - RochesterFirst (WROC)
- 3 tips to cope with “Return to normal” anxiety - Rochester Regional Health Health Hive
- Some healthcare workers could be at risk for PTSD after the pandemic -WXXI News
- Psychologist weighs in on struggles with COVID-19 compliance - 13 WHAM ABC
- Mind-Body Connections and Physical Symptoms - Rochester Institute of Technology Family Health and Fitness Fair
Interested in seeing if I can help you?
Garry Spink, PhD - Spink Psychology, PLLC
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