Chronic Pain therapists in Fort Wayne, Indiana IN
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Chronic Pain or Illness
Mariana Carabantes, Psy.D.
Psychologist, Licensed Psychologist
Pain is invisible to others, which can leave you feeling lonely and misunderstood. Fibromyalgia, Crohn's disease, immune disorders, irritable bowel syndrome, ulcerative colitis, trigeminal neuralgia, rheumatoid arthritis, arthritis, and nerve damage are just a few. Any condition that affects daily function and is accompanied by chronic pain may require adjustment and acceptance. Chronic conditions and pain take a huge toll on our emotional wellbeing.
16 Years Experience
Online in Fort Wayne, IN Indiana
Chronic Pain or Illness
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 Fort Wayne, IN Indiana
Chronic Pain or Illness
MindOverHealing Therapies
Hypnotherapist, CHt
Chronic illness and pain can significantly impact an individual's quality of life, affecting their physical, emotional, and mental well-being. Traditional treatments often focus on managing symptoms, but hypnotherapy offers a complementary approach that addresses the underlying psychological and emotional factors contributing to chronic conditions. At MindOverHealing, hypnotherapy is used to help clients manage their chronic illness and pain, promoting holistic healing and improved quality of life.
3 Years Experience
Online in Fort Wayne, IN Indiana (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Levana Slabodnick
Licensed Clinical Social Worker, LISW-S, LCSW
Living with chronic pain and illness, especially when invisible takes it toll on our humanity. Chronic conditions cause isolation, depression and suffering and lead to feelings of hopelessness. I use trauma focused therapy as well as hypnotherapy to help you learn to care for yourself and manage the emotional and physical impact of chronic illness.
27 Years Experience
Online in Fort Wayne, IN Indiana (Online Only)
Chronic Pain or Illness
Alicia Townsend
Psychologist, PhD, BCN
With a PhD in Health Psychology and 20 years of practice in the field, I have clinically-proven skills to help manage many physical issues such as chronic pain, migraines, tension headaches, dysautonomia, Postural Orthostatic Tachycardia Syndrome (POTS), sport injury and recovery, and other chronic illnesses. It is important to address both the mental and physical aspects of these issues, as both impact one another greatly.
21 Years Experience
Online in Fort Wayne, IN Indiana (Online Only)
Fort Wayne is Indiana's second-largest city and a hub for defense manufacturing, healthcare, and distribution logistics — an occupational mix that shapes a therapy culture in which shift work stress, workplace injury adjustment, and career identity are common themes. The city has a significant Burmese refugee community — one of the largest in the United States — creating important demand for therapists with cultural competence around refugee trauma, resettlement stress, and the challenges of navigating American systems. Parkview Health and Lutheran Health Network provide major institutional mental health resources alongside a private practice community. Fort Wayne's conservative faith community means spiritually integrated approaches are a prominent feature of the local therapy offering.
Chronic Pain therapists in Fort Wayne, Indiana Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Fort Wayne, Indiana average 16 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (84%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (46%), and Behavioral Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
38%
Offer sliding scale
43%
Gender ID
| 62% |
Female |
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| 37% |
Male |
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| 1% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 57% |
In Person and Online |
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| 43% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 84% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 46% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Psychodynamic Therapy |
| 30% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 30% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
Ages Served
| 98% | Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 67% | Young Adult |
| 51% | Teen |
| 25% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 48% | Men |
| 44% | Military / Veterans |
| 43% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 41% | LGBTQ+ |