Therapists in Benton County, MN
I specialize in working with teens and young adults to help them address; self-esteem, self-efficacy, addiction, relationship conflicts, and emotional regulation difficulties. I also work with adults to help them address; addiction, relationship building, increasing communication skills, chemical use and behavioral concerns with their children, as well as helping them find balance in their own lives. I work with families to address any conflictual family dynamics as well as couples with relationship difficulties. I want to help empower you to get back to the life you want. Go to www.bettermentalhealth.com for more information.
I specialize in working with teens and young adults to help them address; self-esteem, self-efficacy, addiction, relationship conflicts, and emotional regulation difficulties. I also work with adults to help them address; addiction, relationship building, increasing communication skills, chemical use and behavioral concerns with their children, as well as helping them find balance in their own lives. I work with families to address any conflictual family dynamics as well as couples with relationship difficulties. I want to help empower you to get back to the life you want. Go to www.bettermentalhealth.com for more information.
Sarah Bengtson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC, CAMS-II
Verified Verified
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (Online Only)
"Instead of waiting for the storm to pass, learn how to dance in the rain" (author unknown). Time is precious and you deserve to maximize your quality of life. Are you struggling with adjustments in life, depression, anxiety, substance use issues, trauma, anger, relationships, generational issues, or communication? I can help! I look forward to hearing from you so we can start your journey together!
"Instead of waiting for the storm to pass, learn how to dance in the rain" (author unknown). Time is precious and you deserve to maximize your quality of life. Are you struggling with adjustments in life, depression, anxiety, substance use issues, trauma, anger, relationships, generational issues, or communication? I can help! I look forward to hearing from you so we can start your journey together!
Ridge Consulting & Therapy
Counselor, MS, LPCC, Owner
Verified Verified
Sauk Rapids, MN 56379 (Online Only)
We all have difficulties to overcome and it is hard work to find that true balance in life. With the skills and tools I've gained, I want to share them with you so you can be your best, happiest, and most empowered self!
We all have difficulties to overcome and it is hard work to find that true balance in life. With the skills and tools I've gained, I want to share them with you so you can be your best, happiest, and most empowered self!
Online Therapists
Cindy Meyer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, LADC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Elk River, MN 55330
My additional training in addiction studies lends itself well when working with family members who are seeking a therapist with a greater understanding how addiction can impact the whole family/system.
My goal is to provide you a safe, confidential space where you genuinely feel supported and heard as you to navigate through challenges you are currently experiencing. I hold the belief that you are the expert of your life and as a therapist it is my role to support you as you identify problems/goals that you would like to work on in therapy. Since 2005 I have worked with clients struggling with a variety of challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, addiction, family strain, low self-esteem/confidence, parenting, grief/loss and life transitions.
My additional training in addiction studies lends itself well when working with family members who are seeking a therapist with a greater understanding how addiction can impact the whole family/system.
My goal is to provide you a safe, confidential space where you genuinely feel supported and heard as you to navigate through challenges you are currently experiencing. I hold the belief that you are the expert of your life and as a therapist it is my role to support you as you identify problems/goals that you would like to work on in therapy. Since 2005 I have worked with clients struggling with a variety of challenges such as depression, anxiety, relationship struggles, addiction, family strain, low self-esteem/confidence, parenting, grief/loss and life transitions.
Working with clients ages 18+, I operate from a heavily client centered and eclectic lens, preferring to meet clients where they’re at rather than using one specific modality of treatment. I have training in DBT, CBT, trauma work, substance use disorders, and beyond and experience treating adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. My areas of professional focus include - life transitions - personal growth - career development - medical professional stress and burnout.
Working with clients ages 18+, I operate from a heavily client centered and eclectic lens, preferring to meet clients where they’re at rather than using one specific modality of treatment. I have training in DBT, CBT, trauma work, substance use disorders, and beyond and experience treating adjustment disorders, anxiety, depression, trauma, and substance use disorders. My areas of professional focus include - life transitions - personal growth - career development - medical professional stress and burnout.
Erica Lynne Gruidl
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minnetonka, MN 55305 (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.
Sunni Myers
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
Golden Valley, MN 55427
Sunni has experience working with adults who struggle with trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety as well as children who struggle with similar issues.
Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) - Sunni is a licensed mental health and chemical health therapist who has a passion of working with individuals across the lifespan. She has spent her career working with children, teens, and adults. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, Autism, trauma, and co-occurring chemical dependency/mental illness. Her focus is to help individuals achieve overall wellness and happiness while utilizing a strengths based approach to empower change and challenge negative perceptions of self.
Sunni has experience working with adults who struggle with trauma, addiction, depression, anxiety as well as children who struggle with similar issues.
Trained in Accelerated Resolution Therapy (ART) - Sunni is a licensed mental health and chemical health therapist who has a passion of working with individuals across the lifespan. She has spent her career working with children, teens, and adults. Areas of focus include anxiety, depression, Autism, trauma, and co-occurring chemical dependency/mental illness. Her focus is to help individuals achieve overall wellness and happiness while utilizing a strengths based approach to empower change and challenge negative perceptions of self.
Jen Atherton
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Maple Grove, MN 55369 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
My areas of special interest include: coping with chronic illness or health concerns; those struggling with alcohol or substance use; preparing for surgery; finding meaning in our experiences; & empowering you to be vulnerable and to grow.
As a therapist, my goal is to allow you to be who you are right now, using a lot of empathy (and well-meaning humor) as well as structure and direction, when necessary. My approach is one of curiosity about you and your ideal self and future. I am typically pretty direct in my approach, which people tend to really appreciate and enjoy! Working together, we will identify and collaborate on goals and how to move you towards them. I would be honored to assist you on your health and wellness journey. Check out my interview on MPR: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2020/03/24/davis-tips-for-staying-resilient-during-the-covid19-pandemic
My areas of special interest include: coping with chronic illness or health concerns; those struggling with alcohol or substance use; preparing for surgery; finding meaning in our experiences; & empowering you to be vulnerable and to grow.
As a therapist, my goal is to allow you to be who you are right now, using a lot of empathy (and well-meaning humor) as well as structure and direction, when necessary. My approach is one of curiosity about you and your ideal self and future. I am typically pretty direct in my approach, which people tend to really appreciate and enjoy! Working together, we will identify and collaborate on goals and how to move you towards them. I would be honored to assist you on your health and wellness journey. Check out my interview on MPR: https://www.mprnews.org/episode/2020/03/24/davis-tips-for-staying-resilient-during-the-covid19-pandemic
I help mental health clients who are maintaining recovery from substance abuse as well as those dealing with the effects of trauma.
I help mental health clients who are maintaining recovery from substance abuse as well as those dealing with the effects of trauma.
We offer Child and Adolescent therapy ages 6 through 17; Adult therapy; Family and couples counseling; Substance use assessment; Substance use disorder treatment for ages 13 and up.
Canvas Health is dedicated to bringing hope, healing, and recovery to the lives of people we serve. We achieve this by helping children, adolescents, adults, and families who struggle with mental illness and substance use disorders.
We offer Child and Adolescent therapy ages 6 through 17; Adult therapy; Family and couples counseling; Substance use assessment; Substance use disorder treatment for ages 13 and up.
Canvas Health is dedicated to bringing hope, healing, and recovery to the lives of people we serve. We achieve this by helping children, adolescents, adults, and families who struggle with mental illness and substance use disorders.
I help people overcome life’s challenges to grow and find their desired happiness. I have a long history of working with those struggling with addiction as well as concerns related to sex and intimacy. From a mental health perspective, I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy, relationship problems, and some personality disorders. I believe that our mental health, compulsive behaviors, relationships, sex, and intimacy all interact and influence one another to create who and how we show up today. I have an extensive history of working with individuals in the LGBT+ community and specialize in treating Chemsex
I help people overcome life’s challenges to grow and find their desired happiness. I have a long history of working with those struggling with addiction as well as concerns related to sex and intimacy. From a mental health perspective, I work with clients who have anxiety, depression, trauma, intimacy, relationship problems, and some personality disorders. I believe that our mental health, compulsive behaviors, relationships, sex, and intimacy all interact and influence one another to create who and how we show up today. I have an extensive history of working with individuals in the LGBT+ community and specialize in treating Chemsex
Kindred Spirit Therapy and Consulting, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
I am a geriatric social worker/therapist who works with older adults providing 1) therapy and 2)consulting services. These include issues such as: depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse problems, relationship problems, difficulty aging, identifying cognitive difficulties, dementia, helping individuals to transition to a higher or different level of care.
I am a geriatric social worker/therapist who works with older adults providing 1) therapy and 2)consulting services. These include issues such as: depression, anxiety, ADHD, substance abuse problems, relationship problems, difficulty aging, identifying cognitive difficulties, dementia, helping individuals to transition to a higher or different level of care.
I specialize with substance abuse/addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health diagnosis such anxiety, depression and trauma. This includes family members. When you're not sure if it's really a problem but you're open to exploring it; when you're pretty sure it's a problem but you need help figuring out what's next; when you know it's a problem but you've struggled to find a way out.... I understand the concerns very well, professionally and personally, and I can help orient you, figure out where you want things to be, and help you develop a plan to get there.
I specialize with substance abuse/addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health diagnosis such anxiety, depression and trauma. This includes family members. When you're not sure if it's really a problem but you're open to exploring it; when you're pretty sure it's a problem but you need help figuring out what's next; when you know it's a problem but you've struggled to find a way out.... I understand the concerns very well, professionally and personally, and I can help orient you, figure out where you want things to be, and help you develop a plan to get there.
I have worked with men suffering from substance abuse and mental health disorders at Park Avenue Treatment Center in Minneapolis, for approximately 10 years. I have over twenty years of experience working with the homeless populations in the Twin Cities. I believe in the Person Centered Therapy, and Adlerian Therapy philosophy approaches of community, optimism, and hope. This fosters my belief in the resiliency and the growth of individuals. I also use Cognitive Behavioral techniques for self-awareness.
I have worked with men suffering from substance abuse and mental health disorders at Park Avenue Treatment Center in Minneapolis, for approximately 10 years. I have over twenty years of experience working with the homeless populations in the Twin Cities. I believe in the Person Centered Therapy, and Adlerian Therapy philosophy approaches of community, optimism, and hope. This fosters my belief in the resiliency and the growth of individuals. I also use Cognitive Behavioral techniques for self-awareness.
Whether you're navigating the challenges of addiction, seeking to heal from past trauma, or simply striving for personal growth, our sessions will be tailored to honor your unique story and strengths.
Navigating the modern world's stresses can be overwhelming. It's common to seek escape from difficult emotions and thoughts and to disconnect from oneself. My aim is to help clients feel their emotions, allow them to pass, and liberate their minds from destructive thinking patterns. In my sessions with clients, I pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other trauma-informed modalities.
Whether you're navigating the challenges of addiction, seeking to heal from past trauma, or simply striving for personal growth, our sessions will be tailored to honor your unique story and strengths.
Navigating the modern world's stresses can be overwhelming. It's common to seek escape from difficult emotions and thoughts and to disconnect from oneself. My aim is to help clients feel their emotions, allow them to pass, and liberate their minds from destructive thinking patterns. In my sessions with clients, I pull from a variety of therapeutic approaches including Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and other trauma-informed modalities.
The process of starting therapy for many can feel daunting, scary, or embarrassing; but it doesn’t have to be. Many times, life places problems on our plate we haven’t asked for and demands answers we don’t have access to. You might be wondering how you can be firm and kind as parent. Maybe you’re struggling with how to manage an addiction or quiet the inner voice which hasn’t been very kind lately.
The process of starting therapy for many can feel daunting, scary, or embarrassing; but it doesn’t have to be. Many times, life places problems on our plate we haven’t asked for and demands answers we don’t have access to. You might be wondering how you can be firm and kind as parent. Maybe you’re struggling with how to manage an addiction or quiet the inner voice which hasn’t been very kind lately.
On the surface, things are going well, but you've felt anxious for a long time. Or it feels like you're in a constant battle with your child and you're desperate to figure out why and what to do. Whether you're the person wanting help, a child, parent, or couple, my office is a safe space when you decide you are ready for a change. We will work together to determine your goals and where you would like to start. Although I have a variety of experience with different ages, identities, and needs, my experience has been primarily with neurodivergent children and women as well as men struggling with substance abuse.
On the surface, things are going well, but you've felt anxious for a long time. Or it feels like you're in a constant battle with your child and you're desperate to figure out why and what to do. Whether you're the person wanting help, a child, parent, or couple, my office is a safe space when you decide you are ready for a change. We will work together to determine your goals and where you would like to start. Although I have a variety of experience with different ages, identities, and needs, my experience has been primarily with neurodivergent children and women as well as men struggling with substance abuse.
I find myself gravitating towards a person-centered approach with a strong curiosity for what the client finds most helpful to them. I have a strong passion for helping others live more happily and fully in their bodies and lives. I utilize holistic, somatic, and sensorimotor practices with my clients. In addition to my psychotherapy practice, I am also a certified trauma informed yoga instructor as well as an artist. I believe that when healing from mental health, addiction and other difficulties, it is essential to include the body into the treatment process and to encourage creativity.
I find myself gravitating towards a person-centered approach with a strong curiosity for what the client finds most helpful to them. I have a strong passion for helping others live more happily and fully in their bodies and lives. I utilize holistic, somatic, and sensorimotor practices with my clients. In addition to my psychotherapy practice, I am also a certified trauma informed yoga instructor as well as an artist. I believe that when healing from mental health, addiction and other difficulties, it is essential to include the body into the treatment process and to encourage creativity.
Patrick Johnson
Counselor, MS MSW, LGSW, LADC RD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55405 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with adults from all backgrounds. Whether this is your first time exploring therapy, or you're continuing your wellness journey, I can help. I use my education and experience in mental health therapy, nutrition and addiction counseling, and physical activity to provide a holistic perspective on wellness. I will work with you to better understand your symptoms and behaviors and guide you through a treatment process that integrates and improves all areas of wellness. I am a firm believer that understanding and improving mental wellness is essential preventive medicine.
I am passionate about working with adults from all backgrounds. Whether this is your first time exploring therapy, or you're continuing your wellness journey, I can help. I use my education and experience in mental health therapy, nutrition and addiction counseling, and physical activity to provide a holistic perspective on wellness. I will work with you to better understand your symptoms and behaviors and guide you through a treatment process that integrates and improves all areas of wellness. I am a firm believer that understanding and improving mental wellness is essential preventive medicine.
Have you struggled with trauma or addiction? I work with people who want help supporting their recovery from a troubled life, or those affected by a loved ones struggles. I offer office based therapy, online or therapeutic horsemanship (horsemanship through a therapeutic lens).
Have you struggled with trauma or addiction? I work with people who want help supporting their recovery from a troubled life, or those affected by a loved ones struggles. I offer office based therapy, online or therapeutic horsemanship (horsemanship through a therapeutic lens).
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Addiction Therapists
What is the best therapy for addiction?
Addiction treatment will be tailored to the individual. People seeking help for addiction—whether with a psychotherapist, in an outpatient clinic, or in a residential program—should expect to engage in multiple types of treatments, sometimes including medication. For anyone recovering from addiction, avoiding situations in which one has typically used a substance is essential, as is the support of close connections. Since substance use disorders tend to co-occur with underlying mental health conditions such as anxiety or depression, those must also be addressed as part of any recovery plan.
How long does therapy for addiction take?
There is no set timeline for recovery from addiction. Patients and their families should expect the work to last several months, if not longer. Residential treatment programs may be based on a stay of 30, 60, or 90 days, with continuing work after release, but only about 1 percent of people are treated in such facilities. Ceasing use is just the first step; therapy to help maintain abstinence and effect behavior change must follow. The process of recovery, neuroscience has shown, involves brain cells recovering the capacity to respond to natural sources of reward and restore control over the impulse to use. Another definition of recovery is restoring voluntary control over one’s substance use and retaking all of one’s previous responsibilities.
How effective is drug addiction treatment?
Substance use disorders are treatable and remission is achievable for many who seek recovery; by some estimates, more than three-quarters of people who become addicted to alcohol or drugs recover. But that success rarely occurs quickly or on a set timeline; relapse is not only common, but many therapists and clinicians view it as a normal part of the process—not always a sign that a person has returned to addiction, but a signal that their treatment should be adjusted to help them regain control. Overall, research suggests, five years after the end of substance use, one’s risk of relapse is no greater than that of others who had not faced addiction. Other experts believe that complete abstinence is not the only measure of recovery, and that, through effective treatment, many people can learn to control their use.
How can you get addiction treatment for someone?
The most important factor in recovery from addiction is widely understood to be an individual’s commitment to change. For that reason,“interventions” in which friends and family gather to urge or force someone to begin immediate treatment often backfire; even when such efforts do lead someone to begin treatment, they may be less likely to stay than those who are self-driven. Still, family members can play an important role in supporting an individual who seeks help and can take part in family therapy as one element of a loved one’s treatment.