EMDR Therapists in Woodbury, MN
Denise Petrich
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MPA, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR, a treatment that helps individuals cope with symptoms, develop adaptive beliefs about themselves and reprocess distressing memories.
People overcome many challenges in life. I believe everyone has a story and strengths that brought them to their current place and the ability to heal. At times we need additional support and encouragement to survive, adapt and thrive. I have worked in mental health for over twenty years and was clinically licensed in 2018. My experience has been primarily with individuals with complex histories that include violence, neglect, abuse, and chemical use. I also have experience with individuals with severe mental illness, developmental challenges, and members of the LGBTQI community.
I am trained in EMDR, a treatment that helps individuals cope with symptoms, develop adaptive beliefs about themselves and reprocess distressing memories.
People overcome many challenges in life. I believe everyone has a story and strengths that brought them to their current place and the ability to heal. At times we need additional support and encouragement to survive, adapt and thrive. I have worked in mental health for over twenty years and was clinically licensed in 2018. My experience has been primarily with individuals with complex histories that include violence, neglect, abuse, and chemical use. I also have experience with individuals with severe mental illness, developmental challenges, and members of the LGBTQI community.
Halaina Christensen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
I am trained in EMDR and AIR network.
Welcome! I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I strive to develop a safe and trusting relationship as I believe it's the foundation of successful psychotherapy. I take a holistic approach to working with my clients in the therapy room. I practice from a strengths-based framework and believe that one cannot be treated in isolation, but rather within the family and environmental systems they engage with every day. I believe in the importance of meeting you exactly where you are at, and providing an empathic, non-judgmental space for you to process through your experiences.
I am trained in EMDR and AIR network.
Welcome! I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I strive to develop a safe and trusting relationship as I believe it's the foundation of successful psychotherapy. I take a holistic approach to working with my clients in the therapy room. I practice from a strengths-based framework and believe that one cannot be treated in isolation, but rather within the family and environmental systems they engage with every day. I believe in the importance of meeting you exactly where you are at, and providing an empathic, non-judgmental space for you to process through your experiences.
I utilize the most proven evidence based mind, body & spirit approaches, including but not limited to, trauma-focused, EMDR and somatic therapies.
For the past 22 years I have helped traumatized, depressed or anxious clients feel safe, heard, understood and empowered. Trauma can make people feel hopeless, numb, empty and like they have lost themselves. They often resort to coping that helps them avoid or escape their emotional pain but doesn’t help them to heal or effectively manage their symptoms but they don’t know any other way. There is another way. In my gentle, compassionate, non-judgmental approach I help clients feel unconditional acceptance, support, understanding & safety.
I utilize the most proven evidence based mind, body & spirit approaches, including but not limited to, trauma-focused, EMDR and somatic therapies.
For the past 22 years I have helped traumatized, depressed or anxious clients feel safe, heard, understood and empowered. Trauma can make people feel hopeless, numb, empty and like they have lost themselves. They often resort to coping that helps them avoid or escape their emotional pain but doesn’t help them to heal or effectively manage their symptoms but they don’t know any other way. There is another way. In my gentle, compassionate, non-judgmental approach I help clients feel unconditional acceptance, support, understanding & safety.
Beth Anderson | Abundant Light Counseling | Emdr Therapy
Counselor, MEd, LPCC
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
Therefore, she uses advanced evidenced-based strategies like EMDR, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), in addition to other integrative strategies like Reiki to help clear energetic blockages.
Accepting New Clients and some insurance plans! Beth helps adults heal from complex trauma, sexual assaults, past relationships, body-image issues, and many other issues. After working with Beth, clients often report feeling a renewed sense of control back over their lives, improved mood, better sleep, and ultimately feeling confident about who they are.
Therefore, she uses advanced evidenced-based strategies like EMDR, and Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART), in addition to other integrative strategies like Reiki to help clear energetic blockages.
Accepting New Clients and some insurance plans! Beth helps adults heal from complex trauma, sexual assaults, past relationships, body-image issues, and many other issues. After working with Beth, clients often report feeling a renewed sense of control back over their lives, improved mood, better sleep, and ultimately feeling confident about who they are.
Amanda Boraas
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Alcohol and Drug Counselor trained in Level 1 & 2 EMDR and Anchored Relational Therapy (formerly AIR Network).
I offer one-on-one individual mental health counseling services for adults to work towards internal healing. I use a variety of interventions to enhance internal resources to face everyday life challenges. I focus on assisting clients build insight, acknowledge and understand repressed emotions, repair emotional wounds, and restore one's self worth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Alcohol and Drug Counselor trained in Level 1 & 2 EMDR and Anchored Relational Therapy (formerly AIR Network).
I offer one-on-one individual mental health counseling services for adults to work towards internal healing. I use a variety of interventions to enhance internal resources to face everyday life challenges. I focus on assisting clients build insight, acknowledge and understand repressed emotions, repair emotional wounds, and restore one's self worth.
Christy Rushfeldt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, LADC
Verified Verified
11 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
I am formally trained in EMDR and AIR Network Therapy.
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (21952) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (303042). I work from a trauma aware, person centered, sex positive and harm reduction based perspective. I am queer identified and use she, her and hers pronouns. If you've found my profile, welcome and I look forward to learning more about you. Most of my experience is in working with people with a history of traumatic experiences, people who want to discuss/potentially make changes to their substance use, LGBTQIA + people and people living with or impacted by HIV.
I am formally trained in EMDR and AIR Network Therapy.
I'm a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (21952) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (303042). I work from a trauma aware, person centered, sex positive and harm reduction based perspective. I am queer identified and use she, her and hers pronouns. If you've found my profile, welcome and I look forward to learning more about you. Most of my experience is in working with people with a history of traumatic experiences, people who want to discuss/potentially make changes to their substance use, LGBTQIA + people and people living with or impacted by HIV.
Katie Corrigan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
Waitlist for new clients
I work with adolescents, teens, and adults who experience distress related to anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, tic disorders, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships. My goals are to help my clients process complex feelings, find independence, and reduce cognitive concerns while also recognizing each person has unique needs. In practice, I lean into cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches as well as EMDR. I strive for each client to experience a cognitive shift that will lead to healthier decision making and less emotional stress.
I work with adolescents, teens, and adults who experience distress related to anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, tic disorders, self-esteem, and interpersonal relationships. My goals are to help my clients process complex feelings, find independence, and reduce cognitive concerns while also recognizing each person has unique needs. In practice, I lean into cognitive behavioral and mindfulness approaches as well as EMDR. I strive for each client to experience a cognitive shift that will lead to healthier decision making and less emotional stress.
I am trained in EMDR and have experience with trauma and co-occurring disorders.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor that has experience counseling adults in a variety of settings. I take a person-centered relational approach enhancing client strengths and empowering them through collaboration. I enjoy working with clients that have trauma and/or co-occurring disorders. I understand that some people may be aware that they need help processing their trauma and/or understanding why they are using substances. There are other people that are not as far along in the stages of changes. I believe therapy is a joint effort in processing through life's challenges.
I am trained in EMDR and have experience with trauma and co-occurring disorders.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor that has experience counseling adults in a variety of settings. I take a person-centered relational approach enhancing client strengths and empowering them through collaboration. I enjoy working with clients that have trauma and/or co-occurring disorders. I understand that some people may be aware that they need help processing their trauma and/or understanding why they are using substances. There are other people that are not as far along in the stages of changes. I believe therapy is a joint effort in processing through life's challenges.
She is also trained in EMDR Therapy.
I believe we are the sum of our life experiences and who we are today is neither good nor bad, simply a result of these experiences. I will work with you from a place of compassion and non-judgement, collaborating to make the changes that you want. I appreciate working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and specialize in working with young adults, substance use, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity crisis, and individuals within the LGBTQ community. Our therapeutic relationship is an avenue for healing and growth because it is a relationship that allows for respect, mutuality and connection.
She is also trained in EMDR Therapy.
I believe we are the sum of our life experiences and who we are today is neither good nor bad, simply a result of these experiences. I will work with you from a place of compassion and non-judgement, collaborating to make the changes that you want. I appreciate working with individuals from a variety of backgrounds and specialize in working with young adults, substance use, depression, anxiety, relationship issues, identity crisis, and individuals within the LGBTQ community. Our therapeutic relationship is an avenue for healing and growth because it is a relationship that allows for respect, mutuality and connection.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR and pre-surgical bariatric assessments I have an interest in health psychology, chronic pain, trauma, eating disorders, and psychological assessments.
Accepting residents of MN. Do you often feel misunderstood, scared, stuck, unheard, or like you don't matter? Sometimes life experiences have us feeling like we are constantly struggling or fighting to survive. Maybe you feel like it's difficult to connect with others or even find it difficult to love yourself. This can leave you feeling lonely and unsure of the future, possibly even unsure if you can trust anyone to understand your struggles. I have interest in helping those who struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychological trauma.
I am trained in CBT, DBT, ACT, EMDR and pre-surgical bariatric assessments I have an interest in health psychology, chronic pain, trauma, eating disorders, and psychological assessments.
Accepting residents of MN. Do you often feel misunderstood, scared, stuck, unheard, or like you don't matter? Sometimes life experiences have us feeling like we are constantly struggling or fighting to survive. Maybe you feel like it's difficult to connect with others or even find it difficult to love yourself. This can leave you feeling lonely and unsure of the future, possibly even unsure if you can trust anyone to understand your struggles. I have interest in helping those who struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychological trauma.
We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and mindfulness-based treatment.
MPS is an outpatient psychotherapy clinic with 2 locations in Minnesota - Woodbury and Oakdale. We offer individual mental health therapy for children, teens and adults. We commonly treat the following concerns: Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (Generalized, Separation, Social, Phobias, Panic), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Tourettes/Motor Tic Disorder, Life and/or Family Changes, Grief and Loss, Psychosis, Trauma, and Attention & Focus Concerns (ADHD).
We specialize in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT), Exposure and Response Prevention (ERP), Comprehensive Behavioral Intervention for Tics (CBIT), Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Psychosis (CBTp), Eye movement desensitization and reprocessing ( EMDR), Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), and mindfulness-based treatment.
MPS is an outpatient psychotherapy clinic with 2 locations in Minnesota - Woodbury and Oakdale. We offer individual mental health therapy for children, teens and adults. We commonly treat the following concerns: Mood Disorders (Depression, Bipolar Disorder), Anxiety Disorders (Generalized, Separation, Social, Phobias, Panic), Obsessive-Compulsive Disorder (OCD), Tourettes/Motor Tic Disorder, Life and/or Family Changes, Grief and Loss, Psychosis, Trauma, and Attention & Focus Concerns (ADHD).
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Transformation happens within to create the life and freedom desired. For mental health and addictions, evidence based and wholistic practices are used within our clinic to produce desired change. Our mission is to provide a place of wellness and healing partnering with each client to provide individualized care in a safe and supportive environment, free of judgement. Sometimes past and present experiences form unhealthy beliefs, coping mechanisms, and relationship dynamics that get in the way of healing and living out your true potential of leading a life of joy, peace, and balance.
Twin Cities Mental Health & Couples Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MAT, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
My systemic, non-judgmental, holistic and integrative process integrates family structure, relationship dynamics, specific cognitive- behavioral, experiential, Internal family systems, EMDR and spirituality/mindfulness approaches.
I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, & families to help them cultivate a deeper self-awareness, discover new ways of expression, transform dysfunctional patterns, have more satisfying relationships and ensue a more meaningful life. Research has shown having purpose and meaning in life increases overall wellbeing and life satisfaction, improves mental and physical health, enhances resiliency and self-esteem, and decreases the chances of depression.
My systemic, non-judgmental, holistic and integrative process integrates family structure, relationship dynamics, specific cognitive- behavioral, experiential, Internal family systems, EMDR and spirituality/mindfulness approaches.
I work collaboratively with individuals, couples, & families to help them cultivate a deeper self-awareness, discover new ways of expression, transform dysfunctional patterns, have more satisfying relationships and ensue a more meaningful life. Research has shown having purpose and meaning in life increases overall wellbeing and life satisfaction, improves mental and physical health, enhances resiliency and self-esteem, and decreases the chances of depression.
In the past 10 years, we have pursued specialized training in EMDR and Adaptive Internal Relational Networks model to work with individuals who have experienced complex trauma.
At Integrated Life Counseling Center, it is our mission to provide a safe place to discover truth and innate strengths. We utilizes a holistic approach building on strengths with sensitivity to client's values and spirituality.Our missions - Integration of relationships with self and others, fully connected, restored and free. Life-giving transformation of individuals and families for generational and systemic change. Cultivate knowledge of interpersonal neurophysiology and its impact on daily living. Collaboration locally and globally.
In the past 10 years, we have pursued specialized training in EMDR and Adaptive Internal Relational Networks model to work with individuals who have experienced complex trauma.
At Integrated Life Counseling Center, it is our mission to provide a safe place to discover truth and innate strengths. We utilizes a holistic approach building on strengths with sensitivity to client's values and spirituality.Our missions - Integration of relationships with self and others, fully connected, restored and free. Life-giving transformation of individuals and families for generational and systemic change. Cultivate knowledge of interpersonal neurophysiology and its impact on daily living. Collaboration locally and globally.
I use both EMDR & IFS for anxiety, trauma, substance use, & eating disorders.
My approach to therapy is client centered. I work in a respectful, collaborative fashion to assist you in developing self-insight and to empower you for lasting change. I believe everyone has the capacity for change. I believe everyone deserves to love themselves, believe in themselves and feel confident in their ability to effect change in their life. This might not be easy to imagine but it is possible with support, compassion and understanding. Together we will work towards these goals and help you achieve the inner peace and happiness you are looking for.
I use both EMDR & IFS for anxiety, trauma, substance use, & eating disorders.
My approach to therapy is client centered. I work in a respectful, collaborative fashion to assist you in developing self-insight and to empower you for lasting change. I believe everyone has the capacity for change. I believe everyone deserves to love themselves, believe in themselves and feel confident in their ability to effect change in their life. This might not be easy to imagine but it is possible with support, compassion and understanding. Together we will work towards these goals and help you achieve the inner peace and happiness you are looking for.
TC Largaespada
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125 (Online Only)
I am an Emdr therapist.
When you are feeling overwhelmed but aren't sure how things can change, I can help. When you find that you keep making the same mistakes, doing things you promised yourself you would stop, I can help. Behavior changes are more than just applying logic to your situation. If it was only logic, you would have figured it out by now. I focus on how the brain processes experiences. I can provide the space to sort things out and finally change those old patterns.
I am an Emdr therapist.
When you are feeling overwhelmed but aren't sure how things can change, I can help. When you find that you keep making the same mistakes, doing things you promised yourself you would stop, I can help. Behavior changes are more than just applying logic to your situation. If it was only logic, you would have figured it out by now. I focus on how the brain processes experiences. I can provide the space to sort things out and finally change those old patterns.
Eastern Psychological Services
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55129 (Online Only)
I utilize hypnosis, EMDR, and trauma-focus therapy.
I am Joseph Yiu Lee. In my forty years of practice, I have aided clients in slowing down obtrusive thoughts, helping them find time to breathe, working through trauma, and restoring quality sleep.
I utilize hypnosis, EMDR, and trauma-focus therapy.
I am Joseph Yiu Lee. In my forty years of practice, I have aided clients in slowing down obtrusive thoughts, helping them find time to breathe, working through trauma, and restoring quality sleep.
Hector Rene Matascastillo
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
I am trained in DBT, EMDR (Certified Therapist, Approved Consultant and Trainer), and developed batterer intervention programs. Most of my work deals with the effects of trauma in people's lives and it's behavioral manifestations. The clients I treat vary in issues, from individual to family issues, and from seemingly simple to highly complex cases. My strengths are mostly in the area of stabilizing clients to be able to do their trauma work and then improve their relationships. We want to stop suffering and live the abundant life. A life of joy. A life worth living.
I am trained in DBT, EMDR (Certified Therapist, Approved Consultant and Trainer), and developed batterer intervention programs. Most of my work deals with the effects of trauma in people's lives and it's behavioral manifestations. The clients I treat vary in issues, from individual to family issues, and from seemingly simple to highly complex cases. My strengths are mostly in the area of stabilizing clients to be able to do their trauma work and then improve their relationships. We want to stop suffering and live the abundant life. A life of joy. A life worth living.
I conduct EMDR with adults and kids who have experienced significant trauma in their lives.
I understand that therapy doesn't have to be a life-long process but it can help significantly when you are going through difficult circumstances that create worry, anger or a feeling of being at a loss. Stress seems to be an indicator that issues need to be addressed. I am a therapist who believes that my clients have many of the answers to their problems, I am there to help them through the journey to uncover what the answers are.
I conduct EMDR with adults and kids who have experienced significant trauma in their lives.
I understand that therapy doesn't have to be a life-long process but it can help significantly when you are going through difficult circumstances that create worry, anger or a feeling of being at a loss. Stress seems to be an indicator that issues need to be addressed. I am a therapist who believes that my clients have many of the answers to their problems, I am there to help them through the journey to uncover what the answers are.
Patty Ostberg-Speiker
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Woodbury, MN 55125
My specialities are evidence-based trauma treatments of EMDR, ART, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques.
Current afternoon openings. I specialize in helping individuals and couples feel better to improve their relationships. Past hurts and experiences can cloud decision making in the present and relating to each other. Especially when it comes to stressors of daily responsibilities like marriage and parenting. Let’s work together using evidence-based techniques to stop your negative thoughts so you can make more positive mindset decisions. Triggers feel awful and there are proven remedies to help stop them. Together through therapy we can eliminate negative thoughts and memories that prevent you from being the best version of yourself.
My specialities are evidence-based trauma treatments of EMDR, ART, CBT, mindfulness, and somatic techniques.
Current afternoon openings. I specialize in helping individuals and couples feel better to improve their relationships. Past hurts and experiences can cloud decision making in the present and relating to each other. Especially when it comes to stressors of daily responsibilities like marriage and parenting. Let’s work together using evidence-based techniques to stop your negative thoughts so you can make more positive mindset decisions. Triggers feel awful and there are proven remedies to help stop them. Together through therapy we can eliminate negative thoughts and memories that prevent you from being the best version of yourself.
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Who is EMDR for?
EMDR was initially developed as a treatment for individuals with Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD), for whom memories of a deeply distressing experience can be inadvertently triggered by random everyday events. The procedure has since been applied in the treatment of many other conditions. For example, it is used by some therapists to treat anxiety disorders including panic and phobias, depression, dissociative disorders, eating disorders, obsessive-compulsive disorders, and some personality disorders. It is suitable for adolescents and adults.
Why do people need EMDR?
People need EMDR as a way to manage distressing memories that in some way hamper the ability to function in the present. The procedure is believed to target the way memories are stored in the brain. Evidence indicates that past disturbing experiences cause ongoing distress because they were not adequately processed, and when such memories are triggered in the present, they are accompanied by all the emotions, thoughts, and physical sensations as the initial experience.
What problems does EMDR treat?
First and foremost, EMDR is intended as a treatment for PTSD, to defuse distressing memories that intrude on and impair everyday functioning. It is also often used to help those who are subject to panic attacks, phobias, and other forms of anxiety. In addition, EMDR has been used to treat individuals with depression, eating disorders, and personality disorders.
What happens in EMDR therapy?
First the therapist takes an individual’s history, and then the therapist and client decide which distressing experience(s) will be the target(s) of the exercise, delivered via a side-to-side visual stimulus requiring lateral eye movements. The client will be asked to activate thoughts, feelings, and any body sensations related to the troubling experience. The eye movements are said to reduce the emotional charge of the memory, so that the experience can then be safely discussed with the therapist and digested, minimizing its ability to trigger anxiety.