Benson Psychological Services, PC

01/13/2026

We’re feeling the love 💙 Benson Psychological Services was voted into the “Also Loved” category for Locals Love Us! Thank you to our amazing community for your continued support and trust—it truly means the world to us.

11/24/2025

The Empty Chair

Thanksgiving looks different when there’s an empty chair at the table. If you're carrying the pain of a recent loss this holiday season, it can make you want to avoid even the most cherished traditions, and that’s ok.

The first Thanksgiving after I lost my mom, we opted to do something totally different. We went to the cities and stayed at a hotel. We ate Thanksgiving dinner at a restaurant. We did Black Friday shopping at the Mall of America. Somehow, it seemed less “different” if it was “totally different”. That was easier than looking at the empty chair. It was easier than trying to make her “cookie salad” without her. It was easier than realizing there would be many more firsts that year.

If this is your first Thanksgiving after the loss of a loved one, don’t feel the pressure to “carry on” and do everything just as you did it before. It’s ok to change the plan. Or not. And it’s definitely ok to feel sad.

Find a way to honor that loss. Maybe everyone goes around the table and shares their favorite memory, maybe you put on their favorite holiday movie and it plays in the background while you clean the house and get ready for company. Maybe you wear that ugly old Christmas sweater they insisted on wearing to Thanksgiving dinner each year.

Remember, your connection to them doesn't disappear; it just needs a new way to be expressed.

Sending peace to all those with an empty plate this week.

- Dr. Stacey Benson

11/20/2025

Feel Pressure to have the “Perfect Holiday?”

The holiday season is meant to be joyful, but the pressure to be perfect can turn "jolly" into "jumbled" and “happy” into “harried”.

Ready for a perspective shift?

This is your reminder that you don't have to do it all!

Here are 3 quick tips to manage your mental load this month:

🗓️ Schedule 'Self-Care Slots': Block time for yourself just like you would a work meeting or a party. Non-negotiable! Don’t have the time or the money for a weekend trip or day at the spa? Set aside a couple hours to re-watch your favorite holiday movie, look through some family photo albums, call a dear friend, or just sit and relax with a good book.

⚖️ Perfect is the Enemy of Done: Aim for "good enough," not flawless. A relaxed host is better than a stressed-out perfectionist. The house might be messy, the cookies might be store bought, you don’t have enough matching plates for the number of people coming. So what? Your table will probably not be “Pinterest worthy”. Who cares? Focus on building memories.

🗣️ Set Gentle Boundaries: It's okay to say "no thank you" to attending an event, participating in the office cookie exchange, or even requests to volunteer at your child’s school. There are seasons of our life when we give, and seasons when we receive. They are all part of the journey.

Remember, the best gift you can give your family is a calm and present you.

08/20/2025

🌟 Worried your child may have ADHD? An evaluation can make all the difference! Call or email us to get set up in the process!

*Accepting children ages 8 and up only.

06/04/2025

🌞 Summer Openings Available for Psychological Testing! 🌞

Are you or someone you know looking for psychological testing? Our clinic has many summer openings available!

Check out the image below to see what testing we provide and what insurance plans we're in network with!

Call us or send us an email to learn more!

📞 701.297.7540
💻charlene.grahn@bensonpsych.com

06/03/2025

🏡Post of The Month: Co-Parenting with Care🏡

Coparenting can be challenging, especially when past abuse or safety concerns are involved. Remember, your safety and well-being come first. These tips are meant to support respectful communication and prioritize your child’s needs. Seeking professional help is strongly encouraged if you feel unsafe or overwhelmed.

05/19/2025

🌟 We’d love your support! 🌟

If you’ve had a great experience with us, we’d be so grateful if you could take a moment to vote for our business on Locals Love Us. Just scan the QR code or click the link below to show your support (voting is open all year):
👉 https://localsloveus.com/vote/224388/

Your vote helps us support our business, reach more people, and continue doing what we love — serving this amazing community. We truly couldn’t do it without you!

Thank you for recommending us, giving us votes, and allowing us this honor. Your support means a lot to us! 💛

05/14/2025

Now Accepting Clients for Psychological Evaluations!

We’re here to help you gain clarity and support your mental well-being. Our clinic is now welcoming new clients for psychological evaluations, including both adults and children ages 8 and up.

Our psychological evaluation services include:
🧠 ADHD Testing
🧠 Diagnostic Clarification Testing
🧠 IQ Testing
🧠 Mental Health Assessments
🧠 Personality Testing
🧠 Mood and Emotional Health Evaluations

We are proud to accept the following insurance providers:
✅ Sanford
✅ Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota
✅ Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota
✅ North Dakota Medicaid
✅ Minnesota Medicaid
✅ Health Partners
✅ Cigna
✅ Medicare
✅ PreferredOne
✅ Aetna... and more!

Openings available for this month!

📞 Call us today or email our psychological evaluation coordinator at charlene.grahn@bensonpsych.com to learn more!

05/05/2025

🪴 May is Mental Health Awareness Month! 🪴

Let’s talk about it — mental health matters. Whether you're thriving, surviving, or somewhere in between, this month is a reminder that it's okay to not be okay.

Taking care of your mental health doesn’t have to look a certain way. It might mean setting boundaries, talking to someone you trust, getting outside, or just giving yourself a break.

You’re not alone — and you never have to be.
Let’s keep the conversation going, check in on each other, and work toward a world where taking care of your mental health is just part of everyday life.

When visiting our office, feel free to take stickers or pins as a reminder that you matter! 💚

02/11/2025

IT’S THE WEEK OF LOVE! 💗

Join us in creating Valentine’s Day Cards so we can share some love with our friends from our local nursing homes!

The craft table is located in our waiting room with all the supplies you need to create a card.

01/28/2025

Meet our team here at Benson Psychological Services!

To read more, click this link: https://bensonpsychologicalservices.com/associates/

01/28/2025