Meet Dr. Joan Chemarum…

Dr. Chemarum is a licensed psychologist in Minnesota and a member of PsyPact which allows her to see clients in 40+ states. She has over 10 years of experience helping adults navigate life transitions, relationship challenges, trauma recovery, and mental health concerns. She is passionate about guiding people toward greater self-awareness, emotional resilience, and personal growth. With a strong background in psychological assessments, she helps clients gain clarity on their cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns, leading to effective therapy and lasting change.

Empowering Growth Through Culturally Responsive and Strength-Based Care

Dr. Chemarum specializes in working with adults facing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma, and major life changes. Her strength-based, client-centered therapy approach ensures that individuals feel heard, valued, and supported. She is dedicated to helping clients build resilience, develop effective coping strategies, and navigate challenges with confidence and clarity.

Her approach is rooted in culturally responsive and inclusive therapy, ensuring that individuals from diverse backgrounds feel safe, respected, and empowered throughout their healing journey. Whether clients are seeking stress management, relationship counseling, or support for emotional and behavioral challenges, Dr. Chemarum tailors her approach to meet their unique needs.

Comprehensive Psychological Assessments & Personalized Evidence-Based Therapy

Dr. Chemarum’s therapeutic approach integrates a range of evidence-based modalities tailored to each client’s unique needs. She utilizes Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) to facilitate trauma processing and emotional healing, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) to reframe unhelpful thought patterns, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) to promote mindfulness and psychological flexibility. Dr. Chemarum also incorporates Internal Family Systems (IFS) to help clients explore different aspects of the self, fostering inner harmony, and Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) to guide individuals through trauma recovery with a compassionate, structured approach.

Her extensive experience in psychological assessments, using them as a powerful tool to enhance self-awareness, provide accurate diagnoses, and create personalized treatment plans. She is passionate about helping individuals gain a deeper understanding of their cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns, ensuring they receive the support and resources necessary for meaningful growth.

With extensive experience in outpatient clinics, hospitals, residential treatment centers, and schools, Dr. Chemarum is skilled in supporting people from diverse backgrounds. Her comprehensive expertise allows her to provide culturally responsive, evidence-based care that empowers clients to build resilience, navigate life transitions, and achieve lasting emotional well-being.