Joan Chemarum(She/Her/Hers)

Dr. Joan Chemarum, PsyD, LP, is a licensed psychologist and founder of TruGaze Psychology, where she specializes in comprehensive psychological evaluations for children, adolescents, and adults. Many of her clients come in feeling confused, overwhelmed, or unsure why certain patterns persist, whether related to attention, learning, anxiety, mood, relationships, or a general sense that something has been missed. She frequently works with individuals seeking clarity around ADHD, autism including adult autism, learning differences, personality patterns, and early psychosis, especially when previous answers have felt incomplete or have not fully captured their experience. In addition to evaluations, she offers therapy for women ages 50 and older navigating life transitions, identity shifts, grief, and emotional overwhelm.

Her approach to assessment is thoughtful, in depth, and centered on understanding the whole person. Rather than focusing only on symptoms, Dr. Chemarum looks at how cognitive, emotional, and behavioral patterns show up across different areas of life. She integrates evidence based tools with a culturally responsive lens, helping clients make sense of experiences such as masking, burnout, sensory overload, or subtle changes in thinking and perception. The process is collaborative and designed to provide clarity that feels accurate, meaningful, and applicable to real life.

Clients often describe her style as warm, attentive, and insightful. The process is structured yet collaborative, allowing individuals to feel heard while also moving steadily toward clear answers. For therapy clients, sessions offer a supportive space to process transitions, strengthen coping skills, and reconnect with meaning and direction. Progress is measured not only by symptom relief, but by increased clarity, confidence, and alignment with one’s values.

TruGaze Psychology is a private pay practice based in Minnesota, offering in person and telehealth services. Dr. Chemarum works with clients locally and across multiple states through PSYPACT, providing clear, comprehensive reports with practical recommendations and accommodations.