Candlegirl, so sorry you got a bad therapist. After many, many PT sessions cervically over a period of years, I learned that as in any profession, there are good therapists and then those who should find another line of work. Never ever be afraid to speak up during your sessions! If it hurts, tell them to stop. And be sure to inform your doctor. At one time, I was given such bad PT and such inappropriate exercises that I changed PT clinics altogether. A good therapist will not cause pain, nor insist that you continue in pain.