Couples Counseling Therapists in Minnesota
Linda J Etim
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55401
I provide individual therapy and couples therapy.
Hi! I'm Linda Etim and I specialize in working with women and men who are in toxic or abusive/predatory relationships. My unique approach is designed to help you detach from and avoid these toxic relationships. I also work with individuals who are suffering from anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. As well I work with those experiencing work related stress, racial injustice and everyday life stressors. All of the above issues can threaten your physical and emotional wellbeing. I prescribe techniques that will help you to manage your symptoms while at the same time achieving overall wellness.
I provide individual therapy and couples therapy.
Hi! I'm Linda Etim and I specialize in working with women and men who are in toxic or abusive/predatory relationships. My unique approach is designed to help you detach from and avoid these toxic relationships. I also work with individuals who are suffering from anxiety, depression and other mental health issues. As well I work with those experiencing work related stress, racial injustice and everyday life stressors. All of the above issues can threaten your physical and emotional wellbeing. I prescribe techniques that will help you to manage your symptoms while at the same time achieving overall wellness.
Authentic Roots Therapy PLLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LP, LPCC, LADC, Supervi
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55428
Authentic Roots Therapy is a mental health collaborative where licensed professionals provide individual, couple, & family mental health therapy in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We specialize in working with children, couples, families, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals who are questioning, curious, transitioning, or identifying as transgender/non-binary, mothers in postpartum, faith communities, individuals experiencing traumatic symptomatology, and highly sensitive men!
Authentic Roots Therapy is a mental health collaborative where licensed professionals provide individual, couple, & family mental health therapy in Minneapolis, Minnesota. We specialize in working with children, couples, families, LGBTQIA+ individuals, individuals who are questioning, curious, transitioning, or identifying as transgender/non-binary, mothers in postpartum, faith communities, individuals experiencing traumatic symptomatology, and highly sensitive men!
Do you feel like it's hard to keep up? Our world is changing fast and dynamically. Does it feel hard to locate yourself in all of it? Do you feel like you ask yourself the same questions over and over: Is this the right relationship? Why does this always happen to me? Why am I anxious or feel depressed ? How am I going to handle this change? I can help you!
Do you feel like it's hard to keep up? Our world is changing fast and dynamically. Does it feel hard to locate yourself in all of it? Do you feel like you ask yourself the same questions over and over: Is this the right relationship? Why does this always happen to me? Why am I anxious or feel depressed ? How am I going to handle this change? I can help you!
Twin Cities Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Edina, MN 55436
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with specialties in ADD/ADHD, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar, trauma, and LGB, for individuals, couples and families.
I work with couples, families, individual adults and teens struggling with ADD/ADHD, the effects of anxiety, self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, depression, bipolar, and trauma. And I work with parents whose children struggle with these presentations.
I also work with individuals and families struggling against the effects of general parenting and adolescent issues, strained family and couple relationships, general mental health therapy as well as job-related stressors and life transitions, such as college, job and career change, retirement, divorce, cohabitation, remarriage, and step-parenting.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (LMFT) with specialties in ADD/ADHD, anxiety, low self-esteem, depression, bipolar, trauma, and LGB, for individuals, couples and families.
I work with couples, families, individual adults and teens struggling with ADD/ADHD, the effects of anxiety, self-esteem, adjustment difficulties, depression, bipolar, and trauma. And I work with parents whose children struggle with these presentations.
I also work with individuals and families struggling against the effects of general parenting and adolescent issues, strained family and couple relationships, general mental health therapy as well as job-related stressors and life transitions, such as college, job and career change, retirement, divorce, cohabitation, remarriage, and step-parenting.
Lauren Adsem
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MS, LADC, MHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Bloomington, MN 55420
I offer individual, couples, family and group therapy to help people move toward a new way of living.
My clients are doers that have done all they can to try to gain control over substance overuse. Whether you are a spouse or parent that is desperate to get your loved one to stop using or you are struggling with substance overuse yourself- I am here for it all. Substance overuse effects the entire family system and it is best treated as a whole. I specialize in helping family systems heal from the impact of substance overuse and find a sense of grounding in their lives. I will provide a safe space to explore your story and we will work together to build a plan that will bring relief all around.
I offer individual, couples, family and group therapy to help people move toward a new way of living.
My clients are doers that have done all they can to try to gain control over substance overuse. Whether you are a spouse or parent that is desperate to get your loved one to stop using or you are struggling with substance overuse yourself- I am here for it all. Substance overuse effects the entire family system and it is best treated as a whole. I specialize in helping family systems heal from the impact of substance overuse and find a sense of grounding in their lives. I will provide a safe space to explore your story and we will work together to build a plan that will bring relief all around.
Rachel Larson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
Circle Pines, MN 55014
Starting the process of feeling satisfied and connected in your relationship is a phone call away.
You try to talk about something important to you and somehow it becomes a fight. How can this person you love and built your life with feel like such a stranger sometimes? Does it have to be this hard? To others, it seems like you have the perfect life and relationship. They’d be surprised to know the truth. When one or both of your buttons are pushed, things go off the rails. You know you love each other deeply and both want a solid and healthy relationship – but when these conflicts happen, you feel so disconnected and hopeless that you question whether you’ll ever be able to truly resolve things and find a deep connection again.
Starting the process of feeling satisfied and connected in your relationship is a phone call away.
You try to talk about something important to you and somehow it becomes a fight. How can this person you love and built your life with feel like such a stranger sometimes? Does it have to be this hard? To others, it seems like you have the perfect life and relationship. They’d be surprised to know the truth. When one or both of your buttons are pushed, things go off the rails. You know you love each other deeply and both want a solid and healthy relationship – but when these conflicts happen, you feel so disconnected and hopeless that you question whether you’ll ever be able to truly resolve things and find a deep connection again.
| If you are interested in my individual, support group, or relationship services, contact me for a free phone consultation.
Welcome. It Is Your Time to become more of the person you want to be. Set goals to address codependency, procrastination, the impacts of trauma, self-criticism, anxiety, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism. Increase your assertiveness, communication, and boundary-setting skills. Improve mindfulness and life-work balance. I will combine my compassion, openness, and attentiveness with my 29+ years of experience, training, and knowledge. I offer a space where oppression and injustice are understood as having a direct correlation to our health and well-being. A relaxed confidential space where you are welcome to be your whole self.
| If you are interested in my individual, support group, or relationship services, contact me for a free phone consultation.
Welcome. It Is Your Time to become more of the person you want to be. Set goals to address codependency, procrastination, the impacts of trauma, self-criticism, anxiety, imposter syndrome, and perfectionism. Increase your assertiveness, communication, and boundary-setting skills. Improve mindfulness and life-work balance. I will combine my compassion, openness, and attentiveness with my 29+ years of experience, training, and knowledge. I offer a space where oppression and injustice are understood as having a direct correlation to our health and well-being. A relaxed confidential space where you are welcome to be your whole self.
Rebecca Blaede
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Waitlist for new clients
I work with teens, adults, couples and families who struggle with a variety of conflicts. I strive to help others feel a sense of healing and understanding after challenging, stressful or traumatic situations.
I work with teens, adults, couples and families who struggle with a variety of conflicts. I strive to help others feel a sense of healing and understanding after challenging, stressful or traumatic situations.
I love to work with couples and families.
I've been a psychotherapist for over 40 years. What I have found is the most powerfull tool is the relationships I develop with my clients which are often deeply meaningful, based on understanding the depth of the person, often extending to the inclusion of spiritual experience. I am a fully trained marriage and family therapist, and I have graduated from the Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute as a certified Psychoanalyst. The American Psychoanalytic Institute has awarded me the status of a Training and Supervising Analyst, the highest level of certification awarded. I want to help people find their own sense of truth.
I love to work with couples and families.
I've been a psychotherapist for over 40 years. What I have found is the most powerfull tool is the relationships I develop with my clients which are often deeply meaningful, based on understanding the depth of the person, often extending to the inclusion of spiritual experience. I am a fully trained marriage and family therapist, and I have graduated from the Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute as a certified Psychoanalyst. The American Psychoanalytic Institute has awarded me the status of a Training and Supervising Analyst, the highest level of certification awarded. I want to help people find their own sense of truth.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples (18+) from all backgrounds, and have a particular investment in supporting folks with marginalized identities and backgrounds. I have distinct competence working with relational problems, anxiety, obsessive compulsive presentations, trauma recovery, sexual health concerns, eating disorders, life transitions, identity development, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
I enjoy working with individuals and couples (18+) from all backgrounds, and have a particular investment in supporting folks with marginalized identities and backgrounds. I have distinct competence working with relational problems, anxiety, obsessive compulsive presentations, trauma recovery, sexual health concerns, eating disorders, life transitions, identity development, and the LGBTQIA+ community.
Mel Pascoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
I believe that building a trusting and safe relationship with you is an essential part of the therapy process.
I am passionate about working people to help them feel better about themselves, their relationships, and their life! We all struggle sometimes, and choosing therapy is a brave choice. I am always honored to be part of someone’s journey. Together we will work to address the root of any pain or anxiety you are feeling. We will explore where your issues come from, honor your past, while learning new ways to make peace with your present. I will help you learn new ways to cope with your emotions while working to address the deep stuff that is making life feel so hard sometimes.
I believe that building a trusting and safe relationship with you is an essential part of the therapy process.
I am passionate about working people to help them feel better about themselves, their relationships, and their life! We all struggle sometimes, and choosing therapy is a brave choice. I am always honored to be part of someone’s journey. Together we will work to address the root of any pain or anxiety you are feeling. We will explore where your issues come from, honor your past, while learning new ways to make peace with your present. I will help you learn new ways to cope with your emotions while working to address the deep stuff that is making life feel so hard sometimes.
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We specialize in couples, young adults, teens/kids.
*** We offer online/telehealth counseling sessions! If you are looking for someone who is compassionate yet honest enough to provide direction, advice, and guidance than give us a call. We also specialize in working with teenagers/young adults as they navigate life. Women's issues are an area of passion for some of our staff too. We base our counsel on a Christian worldview and have helped people from all walks of life find meaning, hope, and restoration through their struggle. Check out our website for more information and to watch a short video about our clinic.
We specialize in couples, young adults, teens/kids.
*** We offer online/telehealth counseling sessions! If you are looking for someone who is compassionate yet honest enough to provide direction, advice, and guidance than give us a call. We also specialize in working with teenagers/young adults as they navigate life. Women's issues are an area of passion for some of our staff too. We base our counsel on a Christian worldview and have helped people from all walks of life find meaning, hope, and restoration through their struggle. Check out our website for more information and to watch a short video about our clinic.
Sometimes life transitions such as relationships ending, pregnancy and parenthood, career changes, or entering college, can disrupt our sense of self and relationships. At major transitions in our lives, we are often reflecting on past patterns and worrying about our future. If that sounds familiar to you, I am here to help and instill hope in your recovery. I have extensive experience working with the following difficulties among others: depression, anxiety, stress, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, couples therapy, OCD, and panic disorder.
Sometimes life transitions such as relationships ending, pregnancy and parenthood, career changes, or entering college, can disrupt our sense of self and relationships. At major transitions in our lives, we are often reflecting on past patterns and worrying about our future. If that sounds familiar to you, I am here to help and instill hope in your recovery. I have extensive experience working with the following difficulties among others: depression, anxiety, stress, personality disorders, suicidal ideation, couples therapy, OCD, and panic disorder.
Jessica Haas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55105
I believe that a safe and trusting relationship with your therapist is vital for the healing process, and I do my best to provide this.
I strive to create a safe and warm environment where people can feel heard and understood, and I work to find a balance between supporting and accepting people as they are, while challenging them to step out of their comfort zone to make the changes they desire for a better life. I believe that relationships can be an important part of the healing process, whether these are with friends and family or the therapeutic relationship built in sessions. I believe in taking a collaborative approach, utilizing the strengths and insights of each person.
I believe that a safe and trusting relationship with your therapist is vital for the healing process, and I do my best to provide this.
I strive to create a safe and warm environment where people can feel heard and understood, and I work to find a balance between supporting and accepting people as they are, while challenging them to step out of their comfort zone to make the changes they desire for a better life. I believe that relationships can be an important part of the healing process, whether these are with friends and family or the therapeutic relationship built in sessions. I believe in taking a collaborative approach, utilizing the strengths and insights of each person.
The individuals and couples I work with are looking for support to make changes and finally get unstuck.
Are you at a point in life where you're feeling disconnected from in your closest relationships and from yourself? Whether you’re a parent feeling overwhelmed, a professional experiencing burnout, or a partner feeling disconnected... you find yourself feeling stuck, repeating the same patterns of codependence, fighting or people pleasing. If this sounds like you or your relationship, it's time to make a change. I work with individuals & couples, just like you, struggling to manage their roles, expectations, and unhealed traumatic experiences. Their relationships are suffering & they feel disconnected from what used to feel good.
The individuals and couples I work with are looking for support to make changes and finally get unstuck.
Are you at a point in life where you're feeling disconnected from in your closest relationships and from yourself? Whether you’re a parent feeling overwhelmed, a professional experiencing burnout, or a partner feeling disconnected... you find yourself feeling stuck, repeating the same patterns of codependence, fighting or people pleasing. If this sounds like you or your relationship, it's time to make a change. I work with individuals & couples, just like you, struggling to manage their roles, expectations, and unhealed traumatic experiences. Their relationships are suffering & they feel disconnected from what used to feel good.
Meghan Kane
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
Eagan, MN 55122
Waitlist for new clients
As a sex therapist, my specialities include guiding couples into unconfined intimacy, helping women connect to their pleasure and bodies, and supporting healing and re-integration from harmful social or structural norms.
Feeling trapped, stuck, or overwhelmed? Maybe you find yourself relying on old habits or caught in the same loops of thinking or interacting. Perhaps, you are beginning to notice unhealthy patterns or relationship dynamics that are easier to distract away from through busyness or numbing. You may feel isolated, disconnected, or ignited by new levels of anxiety, urges to control, or symptoms of burn out. Whether you are seeking support in navigating your distress or you are hoping to rewrite the next chapter, I am here to help.
As a sex therapist, my specialities include guiding couples into unconfined intimacy, helping women connect to their pleasure and bodies, and supporting healing and re-integration from harmful social or structural norms.
Feeling trapped, stuck, or overwhelmed? Maybe you find yourself relying on old habits or caught in the same loops of thinking or interacting. Perhaps, you are beginning to notice unhealthy patterns or relationship dynamics that are easier to distract away from through busyness or numbing. You may feel isolated, disconnected, or ignited by new levels of anxiety, urges to control, or symptoms of burn out. Whether you are seeking support in navigating your distress or you are hoping to rewrite the next chapter, I am here to help.
I work with folks who are navigating sadness and confusion as well as issues related to personal finances, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ concerns, open relationships and non-monogamy, identity development, spiritual exploration, stress/anxiety, and phase of life transitions.
Hello! I firmly believe that individuals are always in the process of becoming, continually shaped by their thoughts, emotions, actions, and surroundings. Recognizing that growth can encompass positive transformation as well as profound loss, I use relational, humanistic, and narrative approaches. I am committed to dismantling barriers to authenticity and connection, especially for those navigating or aspiring to live counter-culturally and I work with folks in all relationship configurations. Transitioning to psychotherapy after a long tenure in the arts, I bring an artist's paradigm of thinking and relating to my practice.
I work with folks who are navigating sadness and confusion as well as issues related to personal finances, relationship challenges, LGBTQIA+ concerns, open relationships and non-monogamy, identity development, spiritual exploration, stress/anxiety, and phase of life transitions.
Hello! I firmly believe that individuals are always in the process of becoming, continually shaped by their thoughts, emotions, actions, and surroundings. Recognizing that growth can encompass positive transformation as well as profound loss, I use relational, humanistic, and narrative approaches. I am committed to dismantling barriers to authenticity and connection, especially for those navigating or aspiring to live counter-culturally and I work with folks in all relationship configurations. Transitioning to psychotherapy after a long tenure in the arts, I bring an artist's paradigm of thinking and relating to my practice.
As a client-centered and strengths-based therapist, my approach to therapy is to affirm and empower clients through a trusted relationship that is free of judgement. With a background in psychology and human sexuality, my professional interests center around providing trauma-informed care for underserved and disadvantaged populations. I am particularly familar with the LGBTQIA+ community and specialze in gender-diverse care. Social justice is extremely important to me, as well as sexual assault prevention and the de-stigmatization of sexual taboos. I strongly believe in harm reduction and promoting positive sexual health/wellbeing.
As a client-centered and strengths-based therapist, my approach to therapy is to affirm and empower clients through a trusted relationship that is free of judgement. With a background in psychology and human sexuality, my professional interests center around providing trauma-informed care for underserved and disadvantaged populations. I am particularly familar with the LGBTQIA+ community and specialze in gender-diverse care. Social justice is extremely important to me, as well as sexual assault prevention and the de-stigmatization of sexual taboos. I strongly believe in harm reduction and promoting positive sexual health/wellbeing.
Fiona Tranquillo
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden Hills, MN 55126
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are facing challenging circumstances, strained relationships, and difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With a compassionate and warm style, I aim to create a space where clients feel welcome and comfortable to explore those challenges and work collaboratively towards change. My specialities include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, child psychology, family and relational conflict, anger management, and life transitions.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families who are facing challenging circumstances, strained relationships, and difficult thoughts, emotions, and behaviors. With a compassionate and warm style, I aim to create a space where clients feel welcome and comfortable to explore those challenges and work collaboratively towards change. My specialities include anxiety, depression, eating disorders, child psychology, family and relational conflict, anger management, and life transitions.
I am an experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate various issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and personal growth.
If you're seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, help through difficult times, or the ability to break certain patterns, therapy can be transformative. Taking the first step may feel daunting, but you're not alone. My primary goal is to provide a safe space where you can reflect and openly discuss your concerns. Together, we will cultivate a non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures and challenges you to grow. Let’s embark on this journey towards a more fulfilling and self-aware life.
I am an experienced therapist dedicated to helping individuals navigate various issues, including anxiety, depression, relationship challenges, and personal growth.
If you're seeking a deeper understanding of yourself, help through difficult times, or the ability to break certain patterns, therapy can be transformative. Taking the first step may feel daunting, but you're not alone. My primary goal is to provide a safe space where you can reflect and openly discuss your concerns. Together, we will cultivate a non-judgmental, supportive environment that nurtures and challenges you to grow. Let’s embark on this journey towards a more fulfilling and self-aware life.
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Couples Counseling Therapists
Does couples counseling work?
Research shows that couples counseling is effective; it can reduce relationship distress and improve emotional awareness, communication, empathy, intimacy, and overall relationship satisfaction. For example, emotionally focused therapy was found to be effective for about 75 percent of couples, and those benefits lasted at least two years.
When should a couple seek counseling?
Couples can benefit from counseling if they consistently struggle in their relationship. They may have lost the ability to communicate effectively, become entrenched in harmful patterns, begun to fight more than usual, broken the other’s trust, suffered from a mental or physical illness, or faced any number of other challenges. Many therapists offer free consultations, so if a couple isn’t sure whether therapy is necessary, asking directly can provide clarity.
How can I get my partner to go to couples therapy?
The decision to seek couples therapy is often driven by one partner, who then convinces the other to participate. When discussing the idea, the initiator should be direct and assertive. They can state the problems they see and explain how the relationship would benefit from therapy. In more serious cases, they can also explain how their relationship may suffer without making any changes or seeking professional help.
How does a couple prepare for couples counseling?
The anticipation of beginning couples counseling can be difficult—sometimes more difficult than the first session itself. Taking a few moments to reflect can allay those concerns: What are the current challenges? When and how did they begin? What do they want the relationship to look like in the future? Reflecting on these questions can help individuals or couples articulate their goals. Of course, the therapist will also ask questions and guide couples through the process.