Chronic Pain therapists in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Browse Chronic Pain therapists in Sioux Falls, South Dakota. Compare credentials, specialties and therapeutic approach. Contact a therapist to learn more.
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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 Sioux Falls,
Jason Herr
Psychologist, Psy.D.
I work with individuals navigating chronic pain and long-term health conditions. Using evidence-based approaches like CBT, ACT, and mindfulness, I help clients manage the emotional impact of illness, reduce distress, and build coping strategies that support resilience, functioning, and quality of life. My approach is compassionate, collaborative, and tailored to each person’s unique experience.
16 Years Experience
Online in Sioux Falls, (Online Only)
Dr. Daisy Vélez
Psychologist, PsyD, DipACLM, PMH-C
Living with chronic pain or illness means facing challenges that often go unseen by others—but deeply impact every part of your life. Whether you're navigating daily symptoms, medical uncertainty, shifting roles, or emotional exhaustion, I offer a space that’s compassionate, collaborative, and grounded in evidence-based care. Using mindfulness, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT), and mind-body strategies, we’ll work together to help you move through pain and illness without being defined by them—so you can reconnect with meaning, resilience, and the life you want to live.
9 Years Experience
Online in Sioux Falls,
Bruce Clark
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Chronic pain and illness can take a toll not just on your body, but on your mind and spirit. It’s easy to feel isolated or dismissed. I offer therapy that honors your lived experience and helps you navigate the emotional impact of ongoing health challenges. Together, we can build resilience, reduce stress, and help you reconnect to your life with meaning and self-compassion.
4 Years Experience
Online in Sioux Falls, (Online Only)
Joanne A. Petursson
Psychologist, PsyD
I am certified in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for chronic pain (CBT-CP) and I work through a protocol that I individual for each client, typically to include 10-12 sessions. CBT-CP helps a client build a more fulfilling life, even though chronic pain is present. CBT-CP may not necessarily improve pain, but aims to improve one's quality of life.
13 Years Experience
Online in Sioux Falls,
Chronic Pain therapists in Sioux Falls, South Dakota Statistics
Chronic Pain therapists in Sioux Falls, South Dakota average 16 years of experience and charge around $220 per session. 100% offer online sessions. The top treatment approaches are Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) (83%), Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) (49%), and Behavioral Therapy (43%).
Average years in practice
16 Years Experience
Average cost per session
$220
Accept insurance
36%
Offer sliding scale
36%
Gender ID
| 67% |
Female |
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| 32% |
Male |
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| 1% |
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
| 83% | Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) |
| 49% | Acceptance & Commitment Therapy (ACT) |
| 43% | Behavioral Therapy |
| 33% | Person-Centered Therapy (Rogerian) |
| 29% | Emotionally Focused Therapy (EFT) |
| 29% | Family Systems Therapy |
| 28% | Biopsychosocial Therapy |
Ages Served
| 99% | Adult |
| 68% | Senior |
| 61% | Young Adult |
| 45% | Teen |
| 23% | Children |
Client Focus
| 57% | Women |
| 46% | Men |
| 42% | Military / Veterans |
| 41% | Persons with Disabilities |
| 38% | LGBTQ+ |