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Elina Saakova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, LCSW (she, her)
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1 Endorsed
Little Canada, MN 55117
Let's Connect (651) 867-4245
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I love working with a variety of age groups and value diversity, culture, and individualism. My approach is culturally sensitive and person-centered. I am compassionate, non-judgmental, and caring. I believe that the differences we have is what makes this world beautiful.
Everyone has a story to tell and it takes a lot of courage to tell your story. One of my priorities in therapy is making sure my clients feel safe, heard and seen. Whether my clients prefer working with someone a bit more directive or just need a place to vent, I tailor therapy and use a combination of different interventions to fit your needs.
Call or Email Elina Saakova now for a free 15 minute consultation - (651) 867-4245
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Finances
Fees
- Individual Sessions $150
- Couple Sessions $150
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Insurance
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Hennepin Health
- Medica
- Medicaid
- Medical Assistance
- Optum
- TRICARE
- UCare
- United Medical Resources (UMR)
- UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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Elina Saakova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, LCSW
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Minnesota / 32657 Supervised by Jessica Olson (Minnesota / 24485) Elina Saakova
- In Practice for 1 Year
- Degree/Diploma from Argosy University BA Psychology / 2013
- Attended Saint Thomas University , LCSW, Graduated 2023
Specialties and Expertise
Top Specialties
- Anxiety
- Depression
- Trauma and PTSD
Expertise
- Anger Management
- Antisocial Personality
- Behavioral Issues
- Bipolar Disorder
- Coping Skills
- Dissociative Disorders (DID)
- Grief
- Impulse Control Disorders
- Life Transitions
- Mood Disorders
- Obsessive-Compulsive (OCD)
- Parenting
- Peer Relationships
- Personality Disorders
- Pregnancy, Prenatal, Postpartum
- Relationship Issues
- School Issues
- Self Esteem
- Self-Harming
- Stress
- Thinking Disorders
- Women's Issues
Endorsement
Client Focus
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Armenian ,
Russian
Age
Children (6 to 10) ,
Preteen ,
Teen ,
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals ,
Couples ,
Family
I also speak
Armenian ,
Russian
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Art Therapy
- Attachment-based
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Culturally Sensitive
- Emotionally Focused
- Family / Marital
- Family Systems
- Integrative
- Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
- Narrative
- Person-Centered
- Psychodynamic
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Strength-Based
- Trauma Focused
Location
Nearby Areas
Neighborhoods
Call for a free consultation now - (651) 867-4245
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Elina Saakova
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LGSW, LCSW