Female Therapists in Apple Valley, MN
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Tori meets with adolescent and adult clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and attachment concerns, and adjustment concerns. Clients meet with Tori for help addressing these concerns and setting goals that are in line with their values. Benefits clients have gained from working with Tori include increasing cognitive flexibility and present moment awareness. Tori enjoys helping clients build these skills in order to improve their mental wellbeing.
Tori meets with adolescent and adult clients who are struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma and attachment concerns, and adjustment concerns. Clients meet with Tori for help addressing these concerns and setting goals that are in line with their values. Benefits clients have gained from working with Tori include increasing cognitive flexibility and present moment awareness. Tori enjoys helping clients build these skills in order to improve their mental wellbeing.
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Mary L Bauer
Drug & Alcohol Counselor, MA, MHP, LADC
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124 (Online Only)
I have immediate openings. Hello, my name is Mary Bauer. I am Psychotherapist and Licensed Substance Use Professional who has been in the business for about 20 years. I specialize in depression, stress/anxiety, anger, alcohol and/or drug problems, individual, family, financial problems, child/teen problems, and couple problems, or just feeling lonely. I will do face to face as needed in Fridley where office is located or we make arrangements for face to face. I take insurance and private pay. I would love to help you with your struggles.
I have immediate openings. Hello, my name is Mary Bauer. I am Psychotherapist and Licensed Substance Use Professional who has been in the business for about 20 years. I specialize in depression, stress/anxiety, anger, alcohol and/or drug problems, individual, family, financial problems, child/teen problems, and couple problems, or just feeling lonely. I will do face to face as needed in Fridley where office is located or we make arrangements for face to face. I take insurance and private pay. I would love to help you with your struggles.
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Living Whole and Holy Counseling, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124 (Online Only)
Covid fatigue is heightening our stress and relation issues. Loss of what is familiar is challenging. It's time to talk to someone to get a different perspective, new coping method or help with a significant lifestyle change. Grief, anxiety and depression are increasing due to the stress of the pandemic. Issues you are experiencing for yourself, your relationship, marriage and family are heightened causing elevated emotional, spiritual and physical distress. I see you as an individual made of body, soul and spirit in God's image and beleive you are worthy of dignity. I'd like to help you live well through a systemic approach.
Covid fatigue is heightening our stress and relation issues. Loss of what is familiar is challenging. It's time to talk to someone to get a different perspective, new coping method or help with a significant lifestyle change. Grief, anxiety and depression are increasing due to the stress of the pandemic. Issues you are experiencing for yourself, your relationship, marriage and family are heightened causing elevated emotional, spiritual and physical distress. I see you as an individual made of body, soul and spirit in God's image and beleive you are worthy of dignity. I'd like to help you live well through a systemic approach.
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Kristine Lynam
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Kristine is a licensed clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience working with pregnant and postpartum parents. Nurturing Roots Mental Health was created to provide supportive, attuned perinatal mental health care with a personal approach. We believe therapy should be a calming space where you can breathe, feel, think and nurture the whole person just as you are.
Kristine is a licensed clinical social worker with over twenty years of experience working with pregnant and postpartum parents. Nurturing Roots Mental Health was created to provide supportive, attuned perinatal mental health care with a personal approach. We believe therapy should be a calming space where you can breathe, feel, think and nurture the whole person just as you are.
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Do you identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or have non-traditional relationship dynamics? Do you feel disconnected from your partner(s) or self? We can navigate the barriers which prevent you from having the connections you desire with others and yourself. Do you respond in ways that you just don't understand and feel out of your control at times? Let's work together to understand and change patterns which no longer serve you. Are you unsure of the path you are on and want to embark on a journey that matches with your authentic self, but first need to figure out what that means to you? I can help guide you in self exploration.
Do you identify as LGBTQIA+ and/or have non-traditional relationship dynamics? Do you feel disconnected from your partner(s) or self? We can navigate the barriers which prevent you from having the connections you desire with others and yourself. Do you respond in ways that you just don't understand and feel out of your control at times? Let's work together to understand and change patterns which no longer serve you. Are you unsure of the path you are on and want to embark on a journey that matches with your authentic self, but first need to figure out what that means to you? I can help guide you in self exploration.
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Lisa Thompson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124
I specialize in working with school-aged children, teens, adults, and parents struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, life transitions, parenting and relationship challenges, and trauma. My priority is for each person to feel deeply heard, understood, and supported in making positive changes toward a joy-filled life. I view people through a holistic lens and address all areas of life including body, mind, community, and spiritual orientation.
I specialize in working with school-aged children, teens, adults, and parents struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, relationships, life transitions, parenting and relationship challenges, and trauma. My priority is for each person to feel deeply heard, understood, and supported in making positive changes toward a joy-filled life. I view people through a holistic lens and address all areas of life including body, mind, community, and spiritual orientation.
Kimberly Rashell Hardy
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who specializes in teaching effective communication, emotional regulation, coping skills, conflict resolution and interpersonal relationship skills. I provide therapy for individuals (pre-teens, teenagers, and adults), couples and families, to help promote and facilitate strong healthier relationships. I am passionate about having the opportunity to strengthen and empower clients, through mental, physical, and spiritual growth. I believe in a holistic approach, where individuals can gain what's needed to overcome life's obstacles, live healthier and impactful lives in positive ways.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor who specializes in teaching effective communication, emotional regulation, coping skills, conflict resolution and interpersonal relationship skills. I provide therapy for individuals (pre-teens, teenagers, and adults), couples and families, to help promote and facilitate strong healthier relationships. I am passionate about having the opportunity to strengthen and empower clients, through mental, physical, and spiritual growth. I believe in a holistic approach, where individuals can gain what's needed to overcome life's obstacles, live healthier and impactful lives in positive ways.
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Maryjo Melander
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Trauma leaves us feeling broken, damaged, and disconnected from our true selves. You may feel like no one understands you; isolated from friends and family because they aren’t experiencing the same thing, or cut off from your faith because this feels so hard. You might not even remember a time when you didn’t feel this way, but you are absolutely certain it’s time for a change. You’re ready to step out of the shadow of feeling anxious and overwhelmed and back into the light, out from under the weight of your anxiety and depression. Most of all, you’re ready to find a renewed sense of purpose and meaning in your life.
Trauma leaves us feeling broken, damaged, and disconnected from our true selves. You may feel like no one understands you; isolated from friends and family because they aren’t experiencing the same thing, or cut off from your faith because this feels so hard. You might not even remember a time when you didn’t feel this way, but you are absolutely certain it’s time for a change. You’re ready to step out of the shadow of feeling anxious and overwhelmed and back into the light, out from under the weight of your anxiety and depression. Most of all, you’re ready to find a renewed sense of purpose and meaning in your life.
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Venus Burney
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124 (Online Only)
I provide a safe and confidential space to work through past and current experiences, traumas, and identify goals. I teach and model healthy coping skills to manage life stressors. My friends would describe me as attentive, a good listener, inciteful, direct, encouraging, and caring. I have 7+ years working in mental health, with the last 3 in a clinical office setting. I offer anyone who is looking for healing, the opportunity to take the first steps towards in by sharing your truth, and your story with the goal of finding meaning, and stepping into your purpose.
I provide a safe and confidential space to work through past and current experiences, traumas, and identify goals. I teach and model healthy coping skills to manage life stressors. My friends would describe me as attentive, a good listener, inciteful, direct, encouraging, and caring. I have 7+ years working in mental health, with the last 3 in a clinical office setting. I offer anyone who is looking for healing, the opportunity to take the first steps towards in by sharing your truth, and your story with the goal of finding meaning, and stepping into your purpose.
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Does depression or trauma hold you back? Do you want to live a more fulfilling life? Are you a person who struggles with hopelessness, anxiety, stress and sadness? Your life can be more fulfilling and hopeful.Are you a veteran and feel like there is no help for you? You can get rid of your emotional pain and lead a happy and pain-free life from past trauma and abuse.I can offer you hope by treating your depression and anxiety and counseling you on your trauma issues. It will change the way you feel about life, your relationships, and yourself.
Does depression or trauma hold you back? Do you want to live a more fulfilling life? Are you a person who struggles with hopelessness, anxiety, stress and sadness? Your life can be more fulfilling and hopeful.Are you a veteran and feel like there is no help for you? You can get rid of your emotional pain and lead a happy and pain-free life from past trauma and abuse.I can offer you hope by treating your depression and anxiety and counseling you on your trauma issues. It will change the way you feel about life, your relationships, and yourself.
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Nafiso Hassan Fiqi
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124 (Online Only)
You don't have to face life's difficulties by yourself. With caring assistance and proven therapeutic methods, I'm ready to join you on the path to recovery and positive change. In our collaborative work, we can explore the intricacies of your inner experiences and help you develop the strength to create the life you truly want. My role is to provide a supportive presence and effective strategies so you can heal, grow, and flourish. As a therapist, I am aware of how intimidating it can be to ask for help. My strategy is based on cooperation, respect, and empathy. I offer a secure environment where you are free to explore your ideas
You don't have to face life's difficulties by yourself. With caring assistance and proven therapeutic methods, I'm ready to join you on the path to recovery and positive change. In our collaborative work, we can explore the intricacies of your inner experiences and help you develop the strength to create the life you truly want. My role is to provide a supportive presence and effective strategies so you can heal, grow, and flourish. As a therapist, I am aware of how intimidating it can be to ask for help. My strategy is based on cooperation, respect, and empathy. I offer a secure environment where you are free to explore your ideas
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It's time. Time to make yourself a priority. Time to discover your needs. Time to feel better. Life can get complicated and messy sometimes and if you put others' needs before your own you may get lost. You deserve to be listened to and to feel understood.
It's time. Time to make yourself a priority. Time to discover your needs. Time to feel better. Life can get complicated and messy sometimes and if you put others' needs before your own you may get lost. You deserve to be listened to and to feel understood.
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I believe that every one of us is trying our best and sometimes we need help from a professional to offer us additional perspective. Each one of us is the expert in our own lives, but we do not always see the water we are swimming in that might be causing us distress. Therapy is a collaborative process where we explore what works best for you. I would love to partner with you to help you find your way forward.
I believe that every one of us is trying our best and sometimes we need help from a professional to offer us additional perspective. Each one of us is the expert in our own lives, but we do not always see the water we are swimming in that might be causing us distress. Therapy is a collaborative process where we explore what works best for you. I would love to partner with you to help you find your way forward.
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Mackenzie Erickson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124
I will begin accepting new clients beginning February 28, 2024. I see clients for individual therapy both in-person and telehealth.
I will begin accepting new clients beginning February 28, 2024. I see clients for individual therapy both in-person and telehealth.
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Judith Ann Richardson-Mahre
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Are you going through a tough time, struggling with long-term mental illness, out-of-control kids, floundering relationships, or personal struggles that are affecting you and those around you? I can help! I can fully relate to the stress and joy of parenting and partnering in unique family situations. I’m passionate about working with individuals and families to identify their strengths and struggles and then expanding & exploiting those strengths to help you navigate through to happiness and joy.
Are you going through a tough time, struggling with long-term mental illness, out-of-control kids, floundering relationships, or personal struggles that are affecting you and those around you? I can help! I can fully relate to the stress and joy of parenting and partnering in unique family situations. I’m passionate about working with individuals and families to identify their strengths and struggles and then expanding & exploiting those strengths to help you navigate through to happiness and joy.
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Sarah Comfort
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124
My focus is on supporting children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with mental health issues as well as those going through life transitions. I am familiar with the challenges that students face, both socially and academically. I enjoy helping those who would like to work through their challenges with ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, relationship issues and mood disorders.
My focus is on supporting children, adolescents and adults who are struggling with mental health issues as well as those going through life transitions. I am familiar with the challenges that students face, both socially and academically. I enjoy helping those who would like to work through their challenges with ADHD, depression, anxiety, adjustment disorders, relationship issues and mood disorders.
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Denae Ruble
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Apple Valley, MN 55124
Relationships can be messy and sometimes lead to emotional, mental and behavioral issues. At the same time, relationships can also be a source of healing which is why a therapeutic relationship can help in overcoming these difficulties. I have extensive experience working with individuals (both adolescent and adult) and assisting couples and families with relational conflicts. I enjoy helping others gain insight to the causes of their struggles and empowering them to learn to cope with, accept and work through life struggles that would otherwise seem overwhelming and out of their control.
Relationships can be messy and sometimes lead to emotional, mental and behavioral issues. At the same time, relationships can also be a source of healing which is why a therapeutic relationship can help in overcoming these difficulties. I have extensive experience working with individuals (both adolescent and adult) and assisting couples and families with relational conflicts. I enjoy helping others gain insight to the causes of their struggles and empowering them to learn to cope with, accept and work through life struggles that would otherwise seem overwhelming and out of their control.
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I enjoy coming alongside individuals, couples, and families, and helping those who would like to work through their challenges with stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD, academic difficulties, family problems, or other mental health concerns. I believe it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients, to be compassionate, to listen carefully to them, to encourage them and empower them, to help them experience healing and hope in their lives.
I enjoy coming alongside individuals, couples, and families, and helping those who would like to work through their challenges with stress, anxiety, PTSD, depression, ADHD, academic difficulties, family problems, or other mental health concerns. I believe it is important to develop a strong therapeutic alliance with my clients, to be compassionate, to listen carefully to them, to encourage them and empower them, to help them experience healing and hope in their lives.
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I love DBT and I continue to be amazed at how it can help clients transform their lives. I strive to make groups and individual sessions fun and accessible. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, direct, compassionate, and trauma-informed. I meet clients where they are and help them define and build a life worth living. I believe we are all good people doing the best we can, but sometimes we are driven more by emotions and behaviors than our values and goals. Together, we work toward identifying and overcoming old habits and coping strategies and develop new, more helpful ones.
I love DBT and I continue to be amazed at how it can help clients transform their lives. I strive to make groups and individual sessions fun and accessible. My approach to therapy is non-judgmental, direct, compassionate, and trauma-informed. I meet clients where they are and help them define and build a life worth living. I believe we are all good people doing the best we can, but sometimes we are driven more by emotions and behaviors than our values and goals. Together, we work toward identifying and overcoming old habits and coping strategies and develop new, more helpful ones.
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Carnelia Mental Health LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Apple Valley, MN 55124
We are a group of masters-level therapists that provide quality mental health care. We are passionate about helping in our work. Our compassionate and empathetic therapists have diverse specializations, ensuring that we can provide you with the best-suited care to meet your needs. Carnelia Mental Health LLC believes that anxiety does not need to stop you from living the life you want. Our mission is to help you find your courage to build a life full of love and creativity. Life is full of ups and downs, growing moments and unexpected changes. Let Carnelia Mental Health LLC guide you through it all.
We are a group of masters-level therapists that provide quality mental health care. We are passionate about helping in our work. Our compassionate and empathetic therapists have diverse specializations, ensuring that we can provide you with the best-suited care to meet your needs. Carnelia Mental Health LLC believes that anxiety does not need to stop you from living the life you want. Our mission is to help you find your courage to build a life full of love and creativity. Life is full of ups and downs, growing moments and unexpected changes. Let Carnelia Mental Health LLC guide you through it all.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.