Chronic Pain therapists in Saint Louis Park, Minnesota MN
Parasol Wellness Collaborative
Therapist, LMFT, LPCC, LICSW
We have a therapist on staff who specializes in chronic pain and illness issues. Additionally, our holistic approach and network of complementary professionals can help manage medical struggles and the mental health difficulties that go with them.
13 Years Experience
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.
34 Years Experience
Sound Mind Sound Body LLC
Psychologist, MPsy, PsyD
Have you ever felt isolated by having a disease that is rare, misunderstood, but affects your daily life? Have you felt othered by your identity or place in the world? Specifically, I specialize in depression and anxiety, and work with individuals experiencing the effects of trauma, diversity issues, and chronic health issues.
8 Years Experience
Dr. Ann Becker-Schutte; Healthy Balanced Life Psychology, LLC
Psychologist, Ph.D.
Our physical and emotional health are intimately connected. When you are living a body that is unreliable or in pain, that can create relationship stress, depression and anxiety. Throughout my career, I have focused on the unique challenges faced by patients or caregivers who are coping with serious illness.
21 Years Experience
Julie Novak
Psychologist, PsyD
Chronic pain or illness can be hidden from the rest of the world leaving you feeling alone, isolated and utterly hopeless. Together we will bring hope to your situation with mindfulness, relaxation techniques and effective coping skills to help you live the life you want.
17 Years Experience