Chronic Pain Therapists in Yankton County, SD
Irina Nicholas Goubanova
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC, QMHP
Verified Verified
Yankton, SD 57078
Life is a journey, not a destination.We need strength & resiliency during that journey. We all occasionally stumble and face pitfalls. I am an experienced and intuitive mental health professional, who will help you heal during the times of emotional distress and life crises. My training and professional experience focus on helping clients during the time of transition.I have been successful in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Chronic pain. I include therapeutic hypnosis Do not face your struggles alone. Help is within reach. You will know after your first visit, if you made the right choice.
Life is a journey, not a destination.We need strength & resiliency during that journey. We all occasionally stumble and face pitfalls. I am an experienced and intuitive mental health professional, who will help you heal during the times of emotional distress and life crises. My training and professional experience focus on helping clients during the time of transition.I have been successful in the treatment of Anxiety, Depression, Trauma, Chronic pain. I include therapeutic hypnosis Do not face your struggles alone. Help is within reach. You will know after your first visit, if you made the right choice.
Online Therapists
Beth Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
I received my MSW from the University of North Dakota in 2015. I am a licensed therapist in South Dakota. I have years of experience working with serious mental illness, home based therapy, relationships, children/adolescents, suicide, and EAP services. I put the needs of my clients at the forefront of my therapy in a non judgmental and accepting manner. I believe in the balance of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well being. I enjoy helping clients achieve the changes they desire in their lives.
I received my MSW from the University of North Dakota in 2015. I am a licensed therapist in South Dakota. I have years of experience working with serious mental illness, home based therapy, relationships, children/adolescents, suicide, and EAP services. I put the needs of my clients at the forefront of my therapy in a non judgmental and accepting manner. I believe in the balance of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well being. I enjoy helping clients achieve the changes they desire in their lives.
Mackenzie Burns
Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108 (Online Only)
When we own our emotion, we can rebuild and find our way through the pain.
I focus on adolescents, adults and couples work. I have specialized training in trauma focused care which incorporates EMDR and TF-CBT treatments. I also provide gender affirming care, working closely with the LGBTQ+ population, attachment based work, and have specialized training in treating depression and suicidal ideation/self-harm. I have a special passion for working with intersectional identities and medical trauma. I am here to guide the client while also honoring their stories and experiences to help them manage life stressors, relationships and traumatic experiences.
When we own our emotion, we can rebuild and find our way through the pain.
I focus on adolescents, adults and couples work. I have specialized training in trauma focused care which incorporates EMDR and TF-CBT treatments. I also provide gender affirming care, working closely with the LGBTQ+ population, attachment based work, and have specialized training in treating depression and suicidal ideation/self-harm. I have a special passion for working with intersectional identities and medical trauma. I am here to guide the client while also honoring their stories and experiences to help them manage life stressors, relationships and traumatic experiences.
Yellow Brick Road Counseling and Therapy
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, NCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Life can be better! Yellow Brick Road Counseling and Therapy is a safe and comfortable place to address your concerns. Many of us carry hurt and pain for years but choosing therapy to address it helps your life to become better. With a passion for helping people through difficult times in their lives, I use a refreshing approach to address crisis, hurt, and pain. I enjoy working with all ages, individuals, couples and groups with a special interest in adolescents and young adults. I use a variety of tools to address anxiety, depression, behavior and relationship issues. Let's begin your journey to healing for a better life!
Life can be better! Yellow Brick Road Counseling and Therapy is a safe and comfortable place to address your concerns. Many of us carry hurt and pain for years but choosing therapy to address it helps your life to become better. With a passion for helping people through difficult times in their lives, I use a refreshing approach to address crisis, hurt, and pain. I enjoy working with all ages, individuals, couples and groups with a special interest in adolescents and young adults. I use a variety of tools to address anxiety, depression, behavior and relationship issues. Let's begin your journey to healing for a better life!
Jenifer Schramm
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
I also specialize in CBT for chronic pain and motivational interviewing.
One step can make all the difference." I have provided individual and family therapy for over 19 years. I am very passionate when it comes to working with individuals and families. I am able to build rapport quickly and my clients have commented they feel safe and comfortable to share their story, their life, and their struggles with me. I am compassionate, empathetic, and strive to improve my client’s life and to help them reach their goals.
I also specialize in CBT for chronic pain and motivational interviewing.
One step can make all the difference." I have provided individual and family therapy for over 19 years. I am very passionate when it comes to working with individuals and families. I am able to build rapport quickly and my clients have commented they feel safe and comfortable to share their story, their life, and their struggles with me. I am compassionate, empathetic, and strive to improve my client’s life and to help them reach their goals.
Kimberly Keiser
Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, CST
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Areas of specialty include: couples counseling, EMDR, IFS, sexual dysfunctions, sexual abuse recovery, LGBTQ+, kink, sexual pain disorders, sexual addiction, sexuality after cancer, and reproductive health and infertility counseling.
Every person is capable of reaching their full potential and living a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life. If you are struggling, psychotherapy provides a broad set of tools to achieve those goals. I offer comprehensive mental health service am committed to providing healing and restoration to for those experiencing personal, relational, sexual, and psychological issues. I am committed to helping individuals through a direct therapeutic approach that is tailored for every client. Couples therapy allows individuals to work through relationship dynamics, conflict, and stressors while improving communication and shared intimacy.
Areas of specialty include: couples counseling, EMDR, IFS, sexual dysfunctions, sexual abuse recovery, LGBTQ+, kink, sexual pain disorders, sexual addiction, sexuality after cancer, and reproductive health and infertility counseling.
Every person is capable of reaching their full potential and living a healthy, balanced and fulfilling life. If you are struggling, psychotherapy provides a broad set of tools to achieve those goals. I offer comprehensive mental health service am committed to providing healing and restoration to for those experiencing personal, relational, sexual, and psychological issues. I am committed to helping individuals through a direct therapeutic approach that is tailored for every client. Couples therapy allows individuals to work through relationship dynamics, conflict, and stressors while improving communication and shared intimacy.
Amanda Vander Lugt
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Amanda Adcock Vander Lugt, PHD is a clinical psychologist with experience in assessment and treatment of chronic pain related conditions, substance abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and many other problems in living. She is committed to creating a space for her clients to improve quality of life. Dr. Vander Lugt is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques to facilitate change toward client’s goals in therapy. She has practiced and trained ACT for over 15 years, and MI for 5.
Amanda Adcock Vander Lugt, PHD is a clinical psychologist with experience in assessment and treatment of chronic pain related conditions, substance abuse, PTSD, depression, anxiety, and many other problems in living. She is committed to creating a space for her clients to improve quality of life. Dr. Vander Lugt is trained in Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) and Motivational Interviewing (MI) techniques to facilitate change toward client’s goals in therapy. She has practiced and trained ACT for over 15 years, and MI for 5.
Helena Dufault
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Taking the step towards positive change can be both simple and transformative. Prioritizing your individual story and understanding the root of your struggle and pain is essential in my approach - there's no one-size-fits-all in therapy. The journey of healing not only reshapes our perspective but rekindles the joy we've been seeking. It is my goal to reignite that joy within you. I recognize that reaching out to a therapist might feel daunting. Yet, taking this step could pave the way for you to start living your best life. The highlight of my career is acting as a catalyst, helping clients realize their potential and desired life
Taking the step towards positive change can be both simple and transformative. Prioritizing your individual story and understanding the root of your struggle and pain is essential in my approach - there's no one-size-fits-all in therapy. The journey of healing not only reshapes our perspective but rekindles the joy we've been seeking. It is my goal to reignite that joy within you. I recognize that reaching out to a therapist might feel daunting. Yet, taking this step could pave the way for you to start living your best life. The highlight of my career is acting as a catalyst, helping clients realize their potential and desired life
Wanda J Jeffcoat
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
It is a privilege to offer support and walk with individuals and families who are affected by the struggles of daily life such as anxiety and depression, or those who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. I enjoy working with individuals with chronic pain or medical conditions, and believe in the importance of collaborative care. I understand the struggles of parenting and balancing family life, and am willing to walk alongside parents who desire stronger family connections. I am passionate about suicide prevention and awareness, and am available to provide presentations in the field of suicide prevention, assessment, and treatment.
It is a privilege to offer support and walk with individuals and families who are affected by the struggles of daily life such as anxiety and depression, or those who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. I enjoy working with individuals with chronic pain or medical conditions, and believe in the importance of collaborative care. I understand the struggles of parenting and balancing family life, and am willing to walk alongside parents who desire stronger family connections. I am passionate about suicide prevention and awareness, and am available to provide presentations in the field of suicide prevention, assessment, and treatment.
Sarah Scherr
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
If you’ve landed on my profile, it is likely that you are dealing with underlying conflicts, significant changes, or other hardships that impact every aspect of life. You feel at a loss, mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to find a viable solution on your own. I am here to help you go through the process of discovering the cause of your issues and finding ways to recover from them. I strive to help teens, adults, and couples overcome distress individually and as a whole to lead happier lives, nurture healthy relationships and communicate effectively.
If you’ve landed on my profile, it is likely that you are dealing with underlying conflicts, significant changes, or other hardships that impact every aspect of life. You feel at a loss, mentally exhausted, overwhelmed, and unable to find a viable solution on your own. I am here to help you go through the process of discovering the cause of your issues and finding ways to recover from them. I strive to help teens, adults, and couples overcome distress individually and as a whole to lead happier lives, nurture healthy relationships and communicate effectively.
Sherry L. Bartels
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, QMHP, LPC-MH, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
I am a Qualified Mental Health Professional, Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health, Licensed Addiction Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, Approved Supervisor Status, and National Certified Counselor. I have over 30 years of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families (children, adolescents and adults). I have also provided counseling and education to healthcare professionals, legal professionals, athletes, educational organizations, workplace environments, and community groups.
I am a Qualified Mental Health Professional, Licensed Professional Counselor - Mental Health, Licensed Addiction Counselor, Approved Clinical Supervisor, Approved Supervisor Status, and National Certified Counselor. I have over 30 years of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families (children, adolescents and adults). I have also provided counseling and education to healthcare professionals, legal professionals, athletes, educational organizations, workplace environments, and community groups.
Jennie Mayer
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, QMHP, LPC-MH, LAC, NCC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
I approach therapy and treatment of individuals, couples, groups and families in a manner consistent with principles of integrity, cooperation and connectedness. I am dedicated to assisting individuals in improving the quality of their lives and in addressing mental health and substance use disorders with compassion.
I approach therapy and treatment of individuals, couples, groups and families in a manner consistent with principles of integrity, cooperation and connectedness. I am dedicated to assisting individuals in improving the quality of their lives and in addressing mental health and substance use disorders with compassion.
Michelle Ruesink
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Brookings, SD 57006
My goal as a therapist is to help you find the very best aspects of yourself. I work to help you create healthy and dynamic relationships and to generate meaningful change. I offer specialized mental health services for adults, couples, children, and families. My practice combines a client-centered approach with effective psychotherapy interventions to treat a wide range of issues. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is key to each client's therapeutic journey, and I make this a priority to ensure a trusting and warm experience for my clients. My private practice office is located in Brookings, South Dakota.
My goal as a therapist is to help you find the very best aspects of yourself. I work to help you create healthy and dynamic relationships and to generate meaningful change. I offer specialized mental health services for adults, couples, children, and families. My practice combines a client-centered approach with effective psychotherapy interventions to treat a wide range of issues. Building a strong therapeutic relationship is key to each client's therapeutic journey, and I make this a priority to ensure a trusting and warm experience for my clients. My private practice office is located in Brookings, South Dakota.
Michelle Wenge
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW-PIP, QMHP
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
While past events and circumstances can contribute to where we are, they should not define who we are. I have a strong and diverse background in serving several populations in all age ranges from 10-90 years old.
While past events and circumstances can contribute to where we are, they should not define who we are. I have a strong and diverse background in serving several populations in all age ranges from 10-90 years old.
Only Helping You
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LCSW, PIP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
My clients are often feeling a little confused, overwhelmed, underprepared for the circumstance they are in and need to let some pressure off. Oftentimes daily self care has been lacking for some time, low mood and isolation have been taking place, and general dissatisfaction with life. Their goals are generally to feel better, to be able to feel they can manage the day, without overwhelming fear or anxiety. They are seeking clear thinking. They are motivated to make small changes in their lives to get what they want and are willing to think about what they think about.
My clients are often feeling a little confused, overwhelmed, underprepared for the circumstance they are in and need to let some pressure off. Oftentimes daily self care has been lacking for some time, low mood and isolation have been taking place, and general dissatisfaction with life. Their goals are generally to feel better, to be able to feel they can manage the day, without overwhelming fear or anxiety. They are seeking clear thinking. They are motivated to make small changes in their lives to get what they want and are willing to think about what they think about.
Robyn Niewenhuis
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW, PIP
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Everyone has emotional challenges. Solutions to these challenges are available to everyone. No one needs to suffer alone and helping people cope with their experiences is something I am passionate about. Anyone can enjoy the benefits of therapy, if you simply want to set life goals or establish healthy relationships or feel you are in crisis, let’s collaboratively work together to stabilize your situation and find the skills necessary to improve your quality of life. The nonjudgmental therapeutic environment I strive to create is one of acceptance, compassion, and partnership.
Everyone has emotional challenges. Solutions to these challenges are available to everyone. No one needs to suffer alone and helping people cope with their experiences is something I am passionate about. Anyone can enjoy the benefits of therapy, if you simply want to set life goals or establish healthy relationships or feel you are in crisis, let’s collaboratively work together to stabilize your situation and find the skills necessary to improve your quality of life. The nonjudgmental therapeutic environment I strive to create is one of acceptance, compassion, and partnership.
Kristen Ericsson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
As a licensed mental health practitioner in private practice, I meet each client and situation with openness and authenticity. My office provides a safe and welcoming space for vulnerability, healing, and personal growth. I utilize a client-centered approach combined with effective psychotherapy interventions to help clients reach their desired level of fulfillment and functioning. Combining a variety of therapeutic interventions with my holistic integrative training offers clients a personalized treatment approach to promote healing and optimal holistic health.
As a licensed mental health practitioner in private practice, I meet each client and situation with openness and authenticity. My office provides a safe and welcoming space for vulnerability, healing, and personal growth. I utilize a client-centered approach combined with effective psychotherapy interventions to help clients reach their desired level of fulfillment and functioning. Combining a variety of therapeutic interventions with my holistic integrative training offers clients a personalized treatment approach to promote healing and optimal holistic health.
Anna Perry
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW-PIP, RYT, MSW
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Everyone needs help sometimes. Depression, anxiety and grief are common responses to difficulties in life. These difficulties can stem from issues such as stress, trauma or serious health concerns but there is hope!
Everyone needs help sometimes. Depression, anxiety and grief are common responses to difficulties in life. These difficulties can stem from issues such as stress, trauma or serious health concerns but there is hope!
Jennifer M. Albrecht
Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, LAC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Life offers ample opportunity to learn from adversity and other life experiences. My goal is to help guide you through accepting loss or change while transforming into a stronger overall person. To personalize and individualize care, I work from an eclectic, humanistic approach, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, art therapy, and other techniques while offering a safe, nonjudgemental healing space. Working in this field since 2006 has allowed me to further my education and licensure to provide quality care to individuals with a wide range of mental health, addiction, and life issues.
Life offers ample opportunity to learn from adversity and other life experiences. My goal is to help guide you through accepting loss or change while transforming into a stronger overall person. To personalize and individualize care, I work from an eclectic, humanistic approach, including cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, mindfulness, art therapy, and other techniques while offering a safe, nonjudgemental healing space. Working in this field since 2006 has allowed me to further my education and licensure to provide quality care to individuals with a wide range of mental health, addiction, and life issues.
Anne Marie Goraj-McDade
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, LPCC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
I am a licensed mental health therapist. I work primarily with adolescents and adults, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address emotions and ineffective thoughts. I support my clients to gain a deeper awareness and acceptance of themselves. As a Certified Yoga Therapist, I journey with my clients as they gain self awareness of their body, mind and spirit.
I am a licensed mental health therapist. I work primarily with adolescents and adults, using Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT) to address emotions and ineffective thoughts. I support my clients to gain a deeper awareness and acceptance of themselves. As a Certified Yoga Therapist, I journey with my clients as they gain self awareness of their body, mind and spirit.
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Chronic Pain Therapists
How does chronic pain therapy work?
Engaging with a psychotherapist to help treat chronic pain does not mean that one’s pain is all in their head. Therapy for chronic-pain patients has been shown to benefit both the mind and the body, targeting physical symptoms and increasing daily functioning. In other words, for many, addressing their emotional health through therapy affects their physical health. A therapist can help a client challenge unhelpful thoughts about pain and develop new ways to respond to it, such as distraction or calming breathing techniques. Studies have found that therapy can be as effective as surgery for certain cases of chronic pain and many doctors recommend trying psychotherapy in advance of considering invasive surgery.
What are the most effective treatment options for chronic pain?
Stress, anxiety, depression, catastrophizing, ruminating, lack of activity, and social withdrawal all make chronic pain worse. Addressing these issues, research shows, can help people gain control over their pain symptoms. Therapeutic approaches such as cognitive behavioral therapy, biofeedback, and mindfulness-based stress reduction, along with greater pain-management education, have been found to help people reduce fear and disability.
Are there new treatments for chronic pain?
Many cases of chronic pain, particularly those involving back pain, remain medically unexplained. But there is evidence that changes in the brain or nervous system are caused by previous physical ailments such as tissue damage; in such cases, the brain may continue to send out pain signals despite the physical cause having healed. To aid patients under these circumstances, a recently developed treatment known as pain reprocessing therapy (PRT) is designed to help the brain “unlearn” this response. A PRT practitioner helps individuals to reduce the “threat value” of their ongoing pain signals until they can reappraise them as less threatening and fear-inducing. They also help an individual to develop new emotional regulation skills.
How long does therapy for chronic pain take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from chronic pain, especially as there may be a range of physical and psychological causes for any individual’s discomfort, but most patients should expect to see a therapist for a number of weeks or months, typically spanning at least 12 sessions. Studies of pain reprocessing therapy found that many individuals’ experience of pain lessened in eight sessions over four weeks.