Chronic Pain therapists in Detroit Lakes, MN
Browse Chronic Pain therapists in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
Alan Brandis, Ph.D.
Psychologist, Ph.D., Licensed Psychologist
Typically, Chronic Pain Syndrome patients come to see a psychologist after being seen by a number of other health professionals to no avail, including internal medicine physicians, orthopedists, surgeons, orthopedic surgeons, neurosurgeons, physical therapists, chiropractors, acupuncturists, emergency room doctors (for late-night injections of powerful pain killing drugs) and others. Typically, a Chronic Pain evaluation consists of several approaches to discovering which factors play the largest role in maintaining the pain. We ask patients to keep a Pain Diary for a week or two, which helps us pinpoint which activities or emotional states are related to an increase in pain level. This also helps us observe how they are actually taking their medications. We may also perform psychological testing to determine any underlying causes of depression or anxiety which should be treated in addition to the Chronic Pain and which could be helping to maintain it. At least one Family Session is held to explore whether there have been unconscious payoffs within the family for being in pain.
36 Years Experience
Online in Detroit Lakes, MN
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 Detroit Lakes, MN
Dr. Jessica Shine
Licensed Professional Counselor, EdD, LPC
I specialize in supporting individuals living with chronic illness, autoimmune conditions, and persistent pain as they navigate the emotional impact of ongoing health challenges. Together, we address grief, anxiety, identity shifts, burnout, relationship changes, and the mind-body connection, helping clients develop practical coping strategies, rebuild resilience, and create a meaningful life alongside their diagnosis.
12 Years Experience
Online in Detroit Lakes, MN (Online Only)
Joanne Whalen, Psy.D., PMH-C
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I have worked for the past two decades supporting people with new medical diagnoses and improving quality of life in living with chronic health conditions spanning a wide range of medical issues including neurological, rheumatological, cardiac, etc... I have also worked with many people at all stages of their cancer journey, particularly in cancer recovery. I developed and co-led a mindfulness and yoga for cancer recovery group for female cancer survivors for many years at the University of Colorado hospital/UCHealth Integrative Medicine Center.
20 Years Experience
Online in Detroit Lakes, MN (Online Only)
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 Detroit Lakes, MN
Chronic Pain therapists in Detroit Lakes, MN Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Detroit Lakes, MN average 15 years of experience and charge around $215 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (80%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (43%), and Behavioral Therapy (41%).
Average years in practice
15 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$215
Accept insurance
41%
Offer sliding scale
38%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 31% |
Male |
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| 2% |
Non-Binary |
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Session Type
| 54% |
In Person and Online |
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| 46% |
Online Only |
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Top Treatment Approaches
| 80% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 43% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 41% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 35% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 32% | Solution-Focused Brief Therapy (SFBT) |
| 30% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 27% | Family Systems Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 65% | Young Adult |
| 64% | Senior |
| 43% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 42% | Men |
| 37% | LGBTQ+ |
| 36% | Military / Veterans |
| 36% | Persons with Disabilities |