Online Chronic Pain therapists in Albert Lea, Minnesota MN
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Chronic Pain
Dr Todd Giardina
Psychologist, PhD, Counseling Psychology
I trained in chronic pain management in many hospitals during my PhD program and beyond. I have since worked in hospitals and clinics for many years before transitioning into private practice. I understand much of the medical lingo and the confusing messaging one can receive from MDs - I can help put you at ease while also teaching you to advocate for yourself around your illness. The biggest component with chronic pain, of course, is acknowledging the interplay between mental and physical pain - "it's all in your head" is a dismissive statement some may hear, but also we work from the truth that pain is somewhat in your head, and that is how a psychologist can help you learn to manage physical pain.
19 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Andrea Elkon
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Pain is so much more than a number on a Pain Scale. Your activity, your relationships, your thoughts, and your mood can all affect your experience of pain. Together we are going to examine all of the different things that make your pain worse. We will discover how you're daily activities and your beliefs around pain can fuel the cycle of pain. We will then develop tools to interrupt that cycle and do more with less pain. Please feel free to reach out to me to learn more about my approach to treating chronic pain.
21 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Cognitive and Behavioral Therapies
Psychologist, Ed.D., ABPP
Chronic Pain whether caused by accidents, injuries, diseases, aging and emotional factors robs us of opportunities for happiness and fulfillment and often impacts every aspect of our lives. I offer clients a comprehensive approach to reduce and manage pain incorporating strategies like cognitive behavior therapy, hypnosis, EMDR, mindfulness, exercise, and nutritional guidance. As a chronic back pain sufferer myself for many years, I have learned about the causes of pain and the wide variety of tools that can be used to cope, reduce and in some cases eliminate it all together. Sometimes, working with other health professionals in an inter-disciplinary manner offers the best combination of treatment. During out time together we will discuss, evaluate and decide together what might work best for you.
51 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Know Thyself Healing & Therapy
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LICSW, LPCC, LGSW
Chronic pain or illness can affect both physical health and emotional well-being. Our therapy supports clients in managing the stress, frustration, and grief that often accompany long-term conditions. We focus on building coping strategies, improving quality of life, and helping you feel more empowered in your health journey.
28 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Bold Expressions Therapy
Psychologist, Psy.D.
For individuals with invisible chronic illnesses, hiding your pain all the time becomes exhausting. With a chronic health issue, you don’t get to choose when you’re in pain and when you’re not, and as such, I keep my cancellation policy flexible so that I can best support you. There is often a great deal of shame surrounding chronic illness, and significant stigma as well, both from the medical community and society at large. This can lead to depression and anxiety, both medical anxiety and social anxiety. I want to work with you to ensure that your chronic illness does not completely shape your mental health. As someone who suffers from a chronic pain condition, I am understanding and aware of the unique challenges that diagnoses such as fibromyalgia, Ehlers-Danlos, Dysautonomia, arthritis, and cancer have on an individual’s personal, romantic, and professional life. My goal is to help each patient understand and accept these diagnoses and work together to manage both the physical symptoms as well as the mental turmoil that can occur while trying to live life in an able-bodied world.
6 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Dr. Christopher Lowery, DHSc, CLCP
Clinical Health Practitioner, Board-Certified Life Care Planner
This component assist individuals managing chronic pain and illness, supporting coping strategies, emotional resilience, and practical skills to enhance daily functioning and overall quality of life.
24 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Orka Health and Wellness, PLLC
Counselor/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, LMFT, LPCC
Emily has extensive experience working with cancer (children and adults), medical trauma/crisis, chronic health concerns, caregiving, parent/family systems, anxiety, depression, health care and other professionals, and holds advanced certification(s) in end-of-life and grief work. She has had the honor and privilege of walking alongside patients and their families through their cancer/life-threatening illness journey in providing adjustment to illness counseling, psychoeducation surrounding the impact of a cancer diagnosis, education surrounding the evolution of hope through the trajectory of illness, as well as legacy building/meaning making.
5 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Dr. Jenny Shields
Psychologist
You’ve been told it’s “just stress,” that “your labs look fine,” or that maybe it’s “all in your head.” But deep down, you know something’s not right. Living with chronic pain or illness—especially when it’s invisible to others—can feel both physically exhausting and emotionally isolating. Maybe you’re grieving the life you once had, constantly justifying your experience to people who don’t understand, or quietly wondering if you’re just supposed to push through. Dr. Jenny Shields offers something different: a space where you don’t have to prove your pain to be taken seriously.
With warmth, respect, and clinical expertise, Dr. Shields works with people navigating the complex realities of illness—whether you’ve recently received a diagnosis, are stuck in a cycle of uncertainty, or have been managing symptoms for years. Drawing from Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), mindfulness-based tools, and trauma-informed care, she helps you move through grief, frustration, and fear with compassion. Together, you’ll explore how to live a meaningful life in a body that doesn’t always cooperate—on your own terms.
12 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Embodied Counseling
Counselor/Therapist, MA, LPCC, CIEC, CCTP
Chronic illness, body dysmorphia, grief and loss, anxiety, etc are really connected. I fully believe that you have dignity and worth regardless of your age, abilities, or diagnosis. I take a big picture approach, collaboration, and support chronic pain and illness from an anti-capitalism lense.
3 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Michelle Peacock
Psychologist, PhD
Chronic pain or illness can impact every aspect of your life. In addition to CBT and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, biofeedback can provide relief to suffering and an increased ability to function and focus on other areas of life.
21 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Ann Niebuhr
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC
Mindfulness-Based Cognitive Therapy (MBCT), Somatic, Psychodynamic, Relational, Trauma Focused CBT, Strength-Based, Narrative Therapy, Behavioral Activation (BA), Emotion Focused Therapy (EFT), Motivational Interviewing, Exposure Response Prevention, Cognitive Behavioral (CBT), Bowen Family Systems, Attachment Based, Attachment Based Family Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT)
10 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Augustin Kendall
Counselor/Therapist, LPC
As a therapist with chronic illness, I know how hard it can be to adapt to living in a body you can't rely on. I work with you on maintaining a strong identity, lessening your secondary responses to pain and illness in order to reduce overall distress, and learning how to create a daily structure that gives you the necessary time to rest and treat your symptoms.
8 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Kristen Jackson Banister
Counselor/Therapist, M.A. LPC SEP
Living with chronic pain or illness can be physically and emotionally exhausting. It often affects your identity, relationships, and sense of control. In therapy, we explore the connection between body, stress, and emotional experience—supporting nervous system regulation, resilience, and self-compassion. This work is not about “fixing” your body, but about changing your relationship to what you’re carrying.
18 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Sara Deese
Licensed Mental Health Counselor, MA, MCAP, LMHC-QS
Living with chronic pain or illness can affect every part of your life—physically, emotionally, and mentally. It’s more than just managing symptoms; it’s coping with grief, limitations, and often feeling misunderstood or isolated. I work with individuals navigating ongoing health challenges to process the emotional toll, build effective coping strategies, and reconnect with a sense of purpose and identity beyond the illness. Together, we’ll create space for healing, resilience, and hope—even in the midst of pain
15 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Dr. Samira Paul Olive Tree Psychology Clinic LLC
Psychologist, PsyD
At Olive Tree Psychology Clinic LLC, we understand that chronic illness and persistent pain are not just physical experiences, they impact every facet of your life, from your emotional well-being to your relationships and cultural identity. Our approach focuses on breaking the "pain-stress cycle" by helping you differentiate between physical pain and the psychological suffering that often accompanies it. We empower you to regain a sense of agency, even when your body feels unpredictable. We provide a space to process the grief of health changes while teaching practical mindfulness and coping techniques to improve your quality of life. Whether you are navigating a new diagnosis or managing long-term conditions, our goal is to help you live a full, values-driven life that isn't defined by your symptoms.
7 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN (Online Only)
Chronic Pain
Restored Counseling & Wellness Center, PLLC
Marriage and Family Therapist, LMFT, LPC, NMD
The connection between physical health and emotional wellbeing is something we take seriously at Restored. Living with chronic pain or illness affects every area of life — identity, relationships, mood, and sense of purpose. Our integrated team of therapists and naturopathic doctors works collaboratively to support clients navigating these challenges, addressing both the emotional weight of chronic illness and the underlying physical factors that may be contributing to how you feel.
14 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Ema Thoen
Psychologist, Student Intern, LPCC candidate
I am a practitioner who developed an invisible chronic illness later in life and can relate to those experiencing stress, trauma, and navigating the challenges that come with living with long-term diagnosis.
1 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Dyani Saxby
Psychologist, Ph.D., ABPP, DBSM
There is a difference between living with chronic pain and suffering with it. Suffering includes depression, unresolved grief, anxiety, isolation, and withdrawal. Chronic pain can cause these feelings because we grieve what we used to be able to do and feel that pain robs us of living a full life. Sometimes we feel like we lose ourselves entirely. When we are in a depressed or anxious mood state for a long period of time, we actually end up experiencing worse pain (and often worse sleep), which results in a vicious cycle that can feel impossible to break. The good news is that I have helped hundreds of patients improve how they respond to their pain and also lower their overall pain levels. They began to accept what they cannot control and also learn how to have more control over their pain levels through techniques such as physical pacing, relaxation, and clinical hypnosis. With board certifications in clinical health psychology, behavioral sleep medicine, and extensive training in clinical hypnosis, I can teach you skills to break the cycle of chronic pain and suffering.
14 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
Omni Mental Health, Inc.
Counselor/Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, LICSW, DBT IOP
Living with chronic pain or illness can take a significant emotional and psychological toll. At Omni Mental Health, we provide compassionate therapy aimed at helping individuals cope with the stress, frustration, and mood challenges that often accompany long-term health conditions. Our clinicians work with you to develop effective coping strategies, build resilience, and improve quality of life—focusing on mental and emotional wellbeing alongside physical health. While we do not provide medical treatment, we partner with you to support your overall wellness journey through personalized, holistic care.
12 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain
MJB Wellness LLC
Hypnotherapist, Certified Hypnotherapist and Coach, Certified Sexological Bodyworker, Sex Educator, Certified Reiki
I have made Chronic Illness and Pain a specialty in my practice and I have trained with some of the leading experts in that area. I have worked with many chronic pain sufferers, often eliminating all their pain even when it has been a long standing problem. As far as illnesses go, I have been able to eliminate all the symptoms of a client who was suffering from Progressive Supranuclear Palsy, a degenerative neurological condition related to ALS or Lou Gehrigs disease. When I first met him, he had been degenerating for 12 years, was confined to a wheelchair, could no longer speak, drooled constantly, suffered from tremors and repetitive movements, inability to sleep and he lacked motivation to do his physical therapy, the only treatment doctors could offer him. With no treatment or drugs for his condition, doctors expected him to die soon most likely from choking as he lost control of his swallowing. After one session, we stopped the tremors and repetitive movements, got him to sleep more soundly and do his PT. After a second session he was able to speak again and walk again. After 5 sessions one couldn't even tell he was sick and now 6 years later he is still gardening, walking his dog, hiking in the mountains. Soon after I worked with a gentleman who had developed an adult onset form of Muscular Dystrophy called Myotonic Dystrophy. Only 45 years old, he suffered from severe chronic fatigue, finding himself unable to get out of bed in the morning, taking hours to stand up. He had muscular pain and rigidity, painful joints and various digestive issues. The morning after our first session, he woke up full of energy and jumped out of bed. After a few more sessions we eliminated all his physical symptoms as well as clearing several emotional issues that had plagued him his whole life. Recently he contacted me to update me and report his still feeling good. I have also worked with clients with MS and Parkinsons> This past year I trained and certified in treating IBS and other gut conditions, learning a protocol which is considered the most effective treatment for these issues. I have also trained and certified in Hypno-Oncology, enabling me to support patients on their Cancer journey to deal with pain, anxiety, and the effects of treatment such as nausea. Recently, I worked with a woman with stage 4 lung Cancer. Her only hope was a new experimental protocol that involved a long needle inserted into the stomach. She had a lifelong needle phobia and was terrified. After the first grueling treatment she came home and cried and vomited for 3 days. After one session she went in for her second treatment and she was able to laugh and sing show tunes with the nurses throughout the treatment, felt no pain and went home calm and relaxed.
8 Years Experience
Online in Albert Lea, MN
Chronic Pain therapists in Albert Lea, Minnesota Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Albert Lea, Minnesota average 16 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The most commonly treated issues are Chronic Pain or Illness (100%), Anxiety or Fears (88%), and Depression (82%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Gender ID
| 64% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 4% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 58% |
In Person and Online |
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| 42% |
Online Only |
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Top Specialties
| 100% | Chronic Pain or Illness |
| 88% | Anxiety or Fears |
| 82% | Depression |
| 70% | Trauma and PTSD |
| 68% | Loss or Grief |
| 65% | Stress |
| 58% | Self Esteem |