Parenting Therapists in Andover, MN

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Jeanette McGie
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304
One of Jeanette’s passions is working with moms & dads who are struggling with postpartum mood disorder such as Postpartum Anxiety or Postpartum Depression. She enjoys being able to support them while they step into this new part of their life & work through the joys & struggles of parenting. She is also passionate about working with families who are struggling with infertility & the disappointment & sadness that comes when becoming a parent takes a different path than you had planned. Jeanette is a mother of 2 children with special needs. She has learned through her own parenting experience & researched skills to support parents.
One of Jeanette’s passions is working with moms & dads who are struggling with postpartum mood disorder such as Postpartum Anxiety or Postpartum Depression. She enjoys being able to support them while they step into this new part of their life & work through the joys & struggles of parenting. She is also passionate about working with families who are struggling with infertility & the disappointment & sadness that comes when becoming a parent takes a different path than you had planned. Jeanette is a mother of 2 children with special needs. She has learned through her own parenting experience & researched skills to support parents.
(763) 220-6122 View (763) 220-6122
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Jodi Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304  (Online Only)
I am interested and enthusiastic surrounding work with the following areas: couples, marital difficulties, intimacy concerns, boundary setting, women's issues, parenting skills, adolescents, children, attachment disturbances, child development, Christianity and spirituality, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, difficult transitional stages, and stress management.
It is difficult and very anxiety provoking to make the initial appointment, although, that is the first step towards success! I want to validate that emotional response, and to bring comfort by providing a faith driven approach enlightened with hope and strength for your personal growth and development. I assist my clients to be empowered by their self-worth, and work collaboratively to reach their ideal goal of success and progress. I provide a supportive, humorous, and safe environment where it's possible to connect on a therapeutic level.
I am interested and enthusiastic surrounding work with the following areas: couples, marital difficulties, intimacy concerns, boundary setting, women's issues, parenting skills, adolescents, children, attachment disturbances, child development, Christianity and spirituality, grief and loss, trauma, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, difficult transitional stages, and stress management.
It is difficult and very anxiety provoking to make the initial appointment, although, that is the first step towards success! I want to validate that emotional response, and to bring comfort by providing a faith driven approach enlightened with hope and strength for your personal growth and development. I assist my clients to be empowered by their self-worth, and work collaboratively to reach their ideal goal of success and progress. I provide a supportive, humorous, and safe environment where it's possible to connect on a therapeutic level.
(763) 575-8685 x164 View (763) 575-8685 x164
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Anna M Carroll
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55304
I utilize a solution-focused approach and aim to empower, while integrating the body, mind, and spirit. Through bringing compassion and listening to your story, I work with you to find the root causes of your challenges, identify beliefs, and help you transform them into positive ways of thinking so you have a more joy-filled and fulfilling life. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples utilizing a variety of holistic techniques to address issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, parenting issues, codependency, and marital issues.
I utilize a solution-focused approach and aim to empower, while integrating the body, mind, and spirit. Through bringing compassion and listening to your story, I work with you to find the root causes of your challenges, identify beliefs, and help you transform them into positive ways of thinking so you have a more joy-filled and fulfilling life. I work with children, teens, adults, and couples utilizing a variety of holistic techniques to address issues such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, parenting issues, codependency, and marital issues.
(763) 703-7674 View (763) 703-7674
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Barbara Nyhammer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304  (Online Only)
With a wounded healer's insight, I am more able to understand my clients challenges with relational issues, divorce/remarriage/ parenting issues, women's issues, grief and loss issues, and guilt and shame themes.
Do you feel alone in your marriage or family? Are you contemplating separation, divorce and/or remarriage? I would like to come along side you and understand your challenges and empower you to make life altering choices in your personal life to facilitate healing and wholeness. By using our faith as the foundation of accepting who we are and where we are at in our lives, we can come to understand our purpose and work with the gifts that God bestowed upon us to grow and to learn to love ourselves.
With a wounded healer's insight, I am more able to understand my clients challenges with relational issues, divorce/remarriage/ parenting issues, women's issues, grief and loss issues, and guilt and shame themes.
Do you feel alone in your marriage or family? Are you contemplating separation, divorce and/or remarriage? I would like to come along side you and understand your challenges and empower you to make life altering choices in your personal life to facilitate healing and wholeness. By using our faith as the foundation of accepting who we are and where we are at in our lives, we can come to understand our purpose and work with the gifts that God bestowed upon us to grow and to learn to love ourselves.
(763) 634-1970 View (763) 634-1970
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Wholistic Counseling and Coaching Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55304
Do you struggle with constant worry, feeling down or overwhelmed with life, relationship issues, or need healing from some pain or trauma? Do you want thriving relationships, strategies to overcome daily stress, and a healed heart? You are not alone and I am here to help. I enjoy working with preteens, teens, adults, and couples utilizing a variety of holistic techniques to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, parenting and relationship issues. Through working together, we will come up with a treatment plan and creative solutions to tackle your problems so you can have a more fulfilling life!
Do you struggle with constant worry, feeling down or overwhelmed with life, relationship issues, or need healing from some pain or trauma? Do you want thriving relationships, strategies to overcome daily stress, and a healed heart? You are not alone and I am here to help. I enjoy working with preteens, teens, adults, and couples utilizing a variety of holistic techniques to address challenges such as anxiety, depression, life transitions, trauma, parenting and relationship issues. Through working together, we will come up with a treatment plan and creative solutions to tackle your problems so you can have a more fulfilling life!
(763) 401-6068 View (763) 401-6068
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Conscious Healing Counseling
Counselor
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304
Deciding to change takes courage. Starting therapy takes courage. Many only call a therapist when they have tried everything they know to do. Others are tired of reaching the same crossroads time and again - whether in our personal lives (with issues such as anxiety, depression, fear), in our relationships (communication, intimacy, etc.), or a past experience that keeps one from living the full life once imagined. Whatever brings you to therapy, Conscious Healing Counseling is happy to discuss the many options available to you and how we can be most helpful.
Deciding to change takes courage. Starting therapy takes courage. Many only call a therapist when they have tried everything they know to do. Others are tired of reaching the same crossroads time and again - whether in our personal lives (with issues such as anxiety, depression, fear), in our relationships (communication, intimacy, etc.), or a past experience that keeps one from living the full life once imagined. Whatever brings you to therapy, Conscious Healing Counseling is happy to discuss the many options available to you and how we can be most helpful.
(651) 321-5962 View (651) 321-5962
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Wildflower Therapy Services
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304
I specialize in working with women, people pleasers, perfectionists and neurodivergent humans. If this is you : you might feel stressed out, burnt out or anxious. You may feel depressed, lonely or isolated. You may be too hard on yourself for not being perfect. You may struggle with low self-esteem or not feeling good enough. You give everything to your family, your job, your partner and have nothing left for you. You are so busy doing all of the things you don't have time to truly take care of yourself. Your tank is empty. You may even wonder how you can keep doing this day after day. This is not how you want your life to be.
I specialize in working with women, people pleasers, perfectionists and neurodivergent humans. If this is you : you might feel stressed out, burnt out or anxious. You may feel depressed, lonely or isolated. You may be too hard on yourself for not being perfect. You may struggle with low self-esteem or not feeling good enough. You give everything to your family, your job, your partner and have nothing left for you. You are so busy doing all of the things you don't have time to truly take care of yourself. Your tank is empty. You may even wonder how you can keep doing this day after day. This is not how you want your life to be.
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Nathan D Vojtech
Marriage & Family Therapist, PsyD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55304
Clients I work with are often not very willing to open up about themselves and are at times uninterested in therapy. Some would like to change but do not want to have to talk with someone to accomplish change, others have tried before and never been able to form a good relationship with a therapist. My clients often have a high resting level of anger and likely have had issues in life with anger or are described as difficult by others.
Clients I work with are often not very willing to open up about themselves and are at times uninterested in therapy. Some would like to change but do not want to have to talk with someone to accomplish change, others have tried before and never been able to form a good relationship with a therapist. My clients often have a high resting level of anger and likely have had issues in life with anger or are described as difficult by others.
(763) 325-8711 View (763) 325-8711
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Sukay L Polley
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55303
Are you experiencing unwanted tension and challenges in your important relationships? Does your family life feel chaotic and you don't know what to do or where to turn? Are you experiencing a personal life crisis? Asking for help is hard. I can help individuals, couples and families work through unique personal situations. Whether you are looking for ways to connect in your meaningful relationships in a healthier way or an adult experiencing specific obstacles in life, I believe we could work together to find relief.
Are you experiencing unwanted tension and challenges in your important relationships? Does your family life feel chaotic and you don't know what to do or where to turn? Are you experiencing a personal life crisis? Asking for help is hard. I can help individuals, couples and families work through unique personal situations. Whether you are looking for ways to connect in your meaningful relationships in a healthier way or an adult experiencing specific obstacles in life, I believe we could work together to find relief.
(612) 999-2798 View (612) 999-2798
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Stephanie Keeffe Rossing
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304
I'm passionate to partner with you to receive mind/body/spirit healing that lasts, regardless of the amount of trauma or overwhelm you have experienced! You will learn holistic tools that supersede talk therapy to embody feeling whole and alive. I will empower you to shift your neurobiology throughout each day, allowing you gain the capacity to neutralize the painful life experiences your body has been storing. I specialize with neurophysiological healing from all forms of overwhelming life circumstances including prolonged trauma and dissociation.
I'm passionate to partner with you to receive mind/body/spirit healing that lasts, regardless of the amount of trauma or overwhelm you have experienced! You will learn holistic tools that supersede talk therapy to embody feeling whole and alive. I will empower you to shift your neurobiology throughout each day, allowing you gain the capacity to neutralize the painful life experiences your body has been storing. I specialize with neurophysiological healing from all forms of overwhelming life circumstances including prolonged trauma and dissociation.
(763) 250-5364 View (763) 250-5364
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Mick Lindemann
Counselor, MA, LPCC-S
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304
I have worked extensively for years with men, women, and children who have struggled with anger and domestic abuse issues. The focus is on learning skills and techniques to address behaviors as well as therapeutic education to address the thought processes which attribute to those behaviors. In addition, I work with men, women, and children dealing with other issues. I treat all of my clients with dignity and respect. Focusing on individual strengths and utilizing encouragement and support, clients who wish to make real changes for their lives will have the necessary skills to do so.
I have worked extensively for years with men, women, and children who have struggled with anger and domestic abuse issues. The focus is on learning skills and techniques to address behaviors as well as therapeutic education to address the thought processes which attribute to those behaviors. In addition, I work with men, women, and children dealing with other issues. I treat all of my clients with dignity and respect. Focusing on individual strengths and utilizing encouragement and support, clients who wish to make real changes for their lives will have the necessary skills to do so.
(763) 280-5793 View (763) 280-5793
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Cindee Torkelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55303
Do you feel you can't do it alone? Do you feel trapped, stuck or discouraged? Do you have nowhere else to turn? I provide an environment that is supportive and nurturing, where you are heard, validated, and understood while making new life choices. It is my belief and experience that people make healthy, positive 'change' when given the encouragement and skills/tools to do so. I look forward to connecting with you, as you search for understanding, meaning, and satisfaction in your life.
Do you feel you can't do it alone? Do you feel trapped, stuck or discouraged? Do you have nowhere else to turn? I provide an environment that is supportive and nurturing, where you are heard, validated, and understood while making new life choices. It is my belief and experience that people make healthy, positive 'change' when given the encouragement and skills/tools to do so. I look forward to connecting with you, as you search for understanding, meaning, and satisfaction in your life.
(763) 575-8788 View (763) 575-8788
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Laurie A Grengs
Psychologist, MA, LP, LICSW
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55303
Hello! I look forward to assisting you! I work as a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. What your goals and vision are for your life personally and professionally is the focus of your psychotherapy and/or marriage therapy. I do provide a therapeutic environment based on positive regard for you and assist and assess what your wants and needs are psychologically. I am willing, committed, and trained as your psychologist/coach to help empower you in your life choices. I specialize in Couples Counseling, Marriage Therapy, Individual Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Depression Therapy, and Life Coaching.
Hello! I look forward to assisting you! I work as a Licensed Psychologist and a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker. What your goals and vision are for your life personally and professionally is the focus of your psychotherapy and/or marriage therapy. I do provide a therapeutic environment based on positive regard for you and assist and assess what your wants and needs are psychologically. I am willing, committed, and trained as your psychologist/coach to help empower you in your life choices. I specialize in Couples Counseling, Marriage Therapy, Individual Therapy, Trauma Therapy, Depression Therapy, and Life Coaching.
(763) 250-5380 View (763) 250-5380
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Kesma Flame Lily LLC
Counselor, MSc, LPCC, S
Verified Verified
Andover, MN 55304
We are a Private Group Practice that adolescents and adults provide therapy to individuals with the diagnosis of anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, self-image/esteem, gambling, difficulty adjusting to life stress, and trauma. We hold a dual license and experience in both mental health and chemical dependency.
We are a Private Group Practice that adolescents and adults provide therapy to individuals with the diagnosis of anxiety, depression, schizophrenia, bipolar, self-image/esteem, gambling, difficulty adjusting to life stress, and trauma. We hold a dual license and experience in both mental health and chemical dependency.
(763) 316-3983 View (763) 316-3983
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Kat Ludwig
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55304
Waitlist for new clients
Are you tired of therapists who say that they do relationship therapy only to have you practice basic communication skills? Are you tired of the lack of progress and want to get unstuck once and for all? I specialize in making sure that time does continue to pass by while you are feeling weighed down in the status quo. I'm straightforward and honest. My clients describe me as annoyingly neutral when they try to get me to take sides against their partners. They also describe me as willing to ask the hard questions and willing to keep people accountable. I love helping people navigate every stage of coupling or uncoupling.
Are you tired of therapists who say that they do relationship therapy only to have you practice basic communication skills? Are you tired of the lack of progress and want to get unstuck once and for all? I specialize in making sure that time does continue to pass by while you are feeling weighed down in the status quo. I'm straightforward and honest. My clients describe me as annoyingly neutral when they try to get me to take sides against their partners. They also describe me as willing to ask the hard questions and willing to keep people accountable. I love helping people navigate every stage of coupling or uncoupling.
(651) 376-3575 View (651) 376-3575
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Malaurie Bluhm
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55303
I work with both adults and adolescents in an individual capacity who are having difficulty understanding their emotional experience. I focus on providing insight into an individual's emotional experience by guiding them through understanding how their thoughts can influence emotions and lead to certain behaviors.
I work with both adults and adolescents in an individual capacity who are having difficulty understanding their emotional experience. I focus on providing insight into an individual's emotional experience by guiding them through understanding how their thoughts can influence emotions and lead to certain behaviors.
(763) 284-8794 View (763) 284-8794
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Jason Cook
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55304
Mental health is as important as physical health, but we don't really treat it as such at times. If you are feeling sad, worried, or anxious, then this has a real impact on your ability to enjoy and live your life. We all deserve to live life at its fullest and at times, life can make it difficult to do so. I believe that we all need support and help from others, but it can be hard to reach out to others when we need.
Mental health is as important as physical health, but we don't really treat it as such at times. If you are feeling sad, worried, or anxious, then this has a real impact on your ability to enjoy and live your life. We all deserve to live life at its fullest and at times, life can make it difficult to do so. I believe that we all need support and help from others, but it can be hard to reach out to others when we need.
(763) 225-2782 View (763) 225-2782
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Dr. Lisa Wilke
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Andover, MN 55304
Not accepting new clients
Are you feeling stressed out? On the surface it may look like you have it all: a wonderful partner, nice family, or a great career but underneath, you are overwhelmed. Others may think you are put together, sometimes, even coming to you for support. They don't realize you are experiencing increased worry, anxiousness, and exhaustion. You feel stressed out, distracted, and even panicked. You just can't keep up. When you stop to think about it, you are not living the life you expected. You are tired and don't know where to turn.
Are you feeling stressed out? On the surface it may look like you have it all: a wonderful partner, nice family, or a great career but underneath, you are overwhelmed. Others may think you are put together, sometimes, even coming to you for support. They don't realize you are experiencing increased worry, anxiousness, and exhaustion. You feel stressed out, distracted, and even panicked. You just can't keep up. When you stop to think about it, you are not living the life you expected. You are tired and don't know where to turn.
(763) 762-9241 View (763) 762-9241

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Erica Lynne Gruidl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Coon Rapids, MN 55433  (Online Only)
Are you lacking courage in tackling the day to day tasks of life? Are you finding it difficult to manage stress? Are life issues taking you away from finding joy in your journey? I specialize in managing stress, anxiety, parenting and blended family issues, depression, substance abuse, trauma, empty nest, infertility issues, grief and loss, anger management, and abuse. In the past I have worked at as a Mental Health Therapist in a faith-based addiction treatment facility, as a family and parenting coach, as well as in private practice.
Are you lacking courage in tackling the day to day tasks of life? Are you finding it difficult to manage stress? Are life issues taking you away from finding joy in your journey? I specialize in managing stress, anxiety, parenting and blended family issues, depression, substance abuse, trauma, empty nest, infertility issues, grief and loss, anger management, and abuse. In the past I have worked at as a Mental Health Therapist in a faith-based addiction treatment facility, as a family and parenting coach, as well as in private practice.
(763) 703-1550 View (763) 703-1550
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Parent Child Bond
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C, ADHD-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Blaine, MN 55434  (Online Only)
But imagine what it would be like to have the patience & energy to show up as the parent you want to be.
I specialize in supporting parents navigating ADHD, Anxiety, and ASD. Whether you are struggling as a new parent, newly diagnosed, or your kids are really struggling, I am here for you. If you feel drained and overwhelmed as you go through each day & wonder if things could be different but feel unsure about what steps to take, I get it. Starting and raising a family that is neurodiverse can add an increase in anxiety, stress and overwhelm but it doesn't have to be so hard. Think of me as your Neurodivergent navigation system & imagine the time, money, & heartache you could save in having someone stir you away from pitfalls & cliffs.
But imagine what it would be like to have the patience & energy to show up as the parent you want to be.
I specialize in supporting parents navigating ADHD, Anxiety, and ASD. Whether you are struggling as a new parent, newly diagnosed, or your kids are really struggling, I am here for you. If you feel drained and overwhelmed as you go through each day & wonder if things could be different but feel unsure about what steps to take, I get it. Starting and raising a family that is neurodiverse can add an increase in anxiety, stress and overwhelm but it doesn't have to be so hard. Think of me as your Neurodivergent navigation system & imagine the time, money, & heartache you could save in having someone stir you away from pitfalls & cliffs.
(763) 284-9866 View (763) 284-9866
Parenting Therapists

What does therapy for parenting look like?

Therapists may work with parents individually, together, or include the whole family to find solutions for the problems a parent faces. Many parent-based therapies work on a parent’s relationship with their children, problem-solving within the family, and analysis of family dynamics. Therapy conducted remotely by video may be helpful in allowing a therapist to observe how families interact in their own homes.

When should a parent seek therapy?

When behavioral problems begin to disrupt the healthy functioning of a family, it may be a good time to look into therapy. If parents find that children are acting out in school, have started using drugs or alcohol, have developed eating disorders, or other similar red flags, a therapist may be able to help.

How long does therapy take for parenting problems?

Depending on the severity of a family’s challenges and the type of treatment utilized, therapy for parenting can last from weeks to months. Cognitive behavioral therapy is a pragmatic therapy type that can be brief, most often ranging from between 5 and 20 sessions. Structural family therapy, which inspects family dynamics, often takes several months. Parent-child interaction therapy is typically shorter-term, lasting between 10 and 20 sessions. For any therapy, the duration will depend on the progress made and results realized.

Can therapy help parents dealing with burnout or stress?

Parenting is difficult. Parents may dismiss or conceal feelings of exhaustion, overwhelm, or escape ideation—imagining withdrawing from their parental obligations altogether. but left unattended, these feelings can have negative effects on the whole family. A therapist can help parents work on the skills they might need to better cope with the burdens of parenting and help them be the best parents they can be.