Family Therapy in Bloomington, MN
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Minnesota Counseling and Therapy Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, RPT
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55420
Erin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of North Dakota. While working as a Crisis Counselor, Erin earned a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. Erin is also a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified PREPARE/ENRICH Counselor (Relationship Counseling). She is a member of the American Association for Play Therapy and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Erin works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups dealing with various life changes.
Erin is a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist in Minnesota. She completed her undergraduate work at the University of North Dakota. While working as a Crisis Counselor, Erin earned a Masters Degree in Professional Counseling and Marriage and Family Therapy from the Minnesota School of Professional Psychology at Argosy University. Erin is also a Registered Play Therapist and a Certified PREPARE/ENRICH Counselor (Relationship Counseling). She is a member of the American Association for Play Therapy and American Association for Marriage and Family Therapy. Erin works with children, adolescents, adults, couples, families, and groups dealing with various life changes.
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Stacey L. Stillmunkes
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55437 (Online Only)
Besides the every-day life struggles, I have worked extensively with people who have been affected mentally, emotionally, and behaviorally by depression, anxiety, relationship/family conflicts, life transitions, divorce, parenting issues, financial strain, work stress, work-life imbalance, homelessness, domestic violence, emotional and sexual trauma, addictions, grief and loss, and family of origin issues.
I truly believe that all human beings have the ability to be mentally well; however, I recognize there are life experiences that can affect the human spirit deeply, guiding you to believe you are damaged, unlovable, or mentally unwell. It is my passion to guide people back to seeing themselves and life through a more positive lens where hope can be awakened and where peace, security, contentment, and joy can be found. I believe all people are affected by life's hardships differently, however we all have one thing in common: the ability to be well.
Besides the every-day life struggles, I have worked extensively with people who have been affected mentally, emotionally, and behaviorally by depression, anxiety, relationship/family conflicts, life transitions, divorce, parenting issues, financial strain, work stress, work-life imbalance, homelessness, domestic violence, emotional and sexual trauma, addictions, grief and loss, and family of origin issues.
I truly believe that all human beings have the ability to be mentally well; however, I recognize there are life experiences that can affect the human spirit deeply, guiding you to believe you are damaged, unlovable, or mentally unwell. It is my passion to guide people back to seeing themselves and life through a more positive lens where hope can be awakened and where peace, security, contentment, and joy can be found. I believe all people are affected by life's hardships differently, however we all have one thing in common: the ability to be well.
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Norma Cadena De Hinderer
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, MSW , LICSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55420
Waitlist for new clients
Trauma - Communication - Relationship - Heightened stress - Abuse - Family concerns - Anger Issues - Depression - Anxiety - Parenting - Communication - Conflict Resolution - Empty Nest - Grief/Loss - Family of Origin Issues - Martial Issues (one spouse) - Help the Helper/Healer - Work Life - Multi-cultural - Spanish speaking - Spiritual journey issues.
Your future is now. You are somewhere in the future and you look much better there than you look right now! Highly trained with many years of experience. Understands you have been through so much while on you life journey. Promises to honor and see you as a unique being who already has what is needed inside to overcome the circumstances in your life. Utilizes therapeutic, spiritual and commonsense approaches to increase feelings of acceptance, hope, and decrease the pain (suffering) and stress in your life.
Trauma - Communication - Relationship - Heightened stress - Abuse - Family concerns - Anger Issues - Depression - Anxiety - Parenting - Communication - Conflict Resolution - Empty Nest - Grief/Loss - Family of Origin Issues - Martial Issues (one spouse) - Help the Helper/Healer - Work Life - Multi-cultural - Spanish speaking - Spiritual journey issues.
Your future is now. You are somewhere in the future and you look much better there than you look right now! Highly trained with many years of experience. Understands you have been through so much while on you life journey. Promises to honor and see you as a unique being who already has what is needed inside to overcome the circumstances in your life. Utilizes therapeutic, spiritual and commonsense approaches to increase feelings of acceptance, hope, and decrease the pain (suffering) and stress in your life.
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Laura Rademacher
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST, CSTS
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55425
Relationships can be the most important things in our lives and they can also be our greatest struggles. Sex is another important topic-our own sexual selves as well as our sexual relationships with others. But we don't always have a lot of places to talk about these important issues. This is why I specialize in relationship and sex therapy. I am a Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I also offer online classes for couples and individuals at classes.laurarademacher.com.
Relationships can be the most important things in our lives and they can also be our greatest struggles. Sex is another important topic-our own sexual selves as well as our sexual relationships with others. But we don't always have a lot of places to talk about these important issues. This is why I specialize in relationship and sex therapy. I am a Certified Sex Therapist through AASECT and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist. I also offer online classes for couples and individuals at classes.laurarademacher.com.
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Camille Carlson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, MN 55437 (Online Only)
Currently accepting new clients! I specialize in working with college students and young adults (18-30). I view this age as an optimal window to be working on ourselves, growing, and addressing patterns that may no longer serve us. In addition, I enjoy working with folks of other ages, and couples of any presentation (LGBTQ+, married, dating, engaged, separating). If you're struggling with life transitions, trauma, stress, overwhelm, exploring family of origin concerns, relationship concerns, or gender/sexuality presentation, I may be the right therapist for you!
Currently accepting new clients! I specialize in working with college students and young adults (18-30). I view this age as an optimal window to be working on ourselves, growing, and addressing patterns that may no longer serve us. In addition, I enjoy working with folks of other ages, and couples of any presentation (LGBTQ+, married, dating, engaged, separating). If you're struggling with life transitions, trauma, stress, overwhelm, exploring family of origin concerns, relationship concerns, or gender/sexuality presentation, I may be the right therapist for you!
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I enjoy working with couples and family systems to strengthen relationships and create healthy interactions. I am passionate about working with couples and families struggling to manage conflict, children who need some extra support or individuals looking for a safe space to grow and challenge themselves.
I enjoy working with couples and family systems to strengthen relationships and create healthy interactions. I am passionate about working with couples and families struggling to manage conflict, children who need some extra support or individuals looking for a safe space to grow and challenge themselves.
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Nicki Vasquez
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, MN 55425
I am grounded in attachment theory, internal family systems, psychology throughout the lifespan, generational and systemic trauma, cognitive behaviorism, and present a non-judgmental opportunity to assess the effectiveness of your current life patterns.
My clinical work focuses on building strong, meaningful, reparative connections with people, in which I truly honor your vulnerability and wisdom. In our work together, I will meet you exactly where you are in your journey, and bring high energy and passion as we work to help you navigate your current challenges. I work primarily with adolescents, young adults, parents, and helping/service industry professionals, and have 10+ years experience in the mental health field.
I am grounded in attachment theory, internal family systems, psychology throughout the lifespan, generational and systemic trauma, cognitive behaviorism, and present a non-judgmental opportunity to assess the effectiveness of your current life patterns.
My clinical work focuses on building strong, meaningful, reparative connections with people, in which I truly honor your vulnerability and wisdom. In our work together, I will meet you exactly where you are in your journey, and bring high energy and passion as we work to help you navigate your current challenges. I work primarily with adolescents, young adults, parents, and helping/service industry professionals, and have 10+ years experience in the mental health field.
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McLeod enjoys spending time with family, travelling, DIY projects, reading, and journaling.
Dr. Iesha McLeod is a licensed Psychologist in Minnesota who has been practicing since 2012. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology at Saint Xavier University and her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology at Albizu University. Dr. McLeod is passionate about helping people improve their emotional concerns as well as improving their overall mindset, so that they can understand their limitless life possibilities. Her goal is to guide individuals into a greater awareness and deeper healing, so that they can make the best decisions for themselves. Dr.
McLeod enjoys spending time with family, travelling, DIY projects, reading, and journaling.
Dr. Iesha McLeod is a licensed Psychologist in Minnesota who has been practicing since 2012. She completed her Bachelor’s degree in Clinical/Counseling Psychology at Saint Xavier University and her Master’s and Doctorate degrees in Clinical Psychology at Albizu University. Dr. McLeod is passionate about helping people improve their emotional concerns as well as improving their overall mindset, so that they can understand their limitless life possibilities. Her goal is to guide individuals into a greater awareness and deeper healing, so that they can make the best decisions for themselves. Dr.
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Elizabeth Padilla
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55431
Waitlist for new clients
I focus on learning who a person is uniquely, and I take an active role in treatment, offering genuine warmth and support as well as practical feedback. I draw from various theoretical approaches but commonly use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindful self-compassion, exposure response prevention, and internal family systems. As a licensed clinical social worker I have had the pleasure of working in cities across the United States with a wide range of individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
I focus on learning who a person is uniquely, and I take an active role in treatment, offering genuine warmth and support as well as practical feedback. I draw from various theoretical approaches but commonly use cognitive behavioral therapy, mindful self-compassion, exposure response prevention, and internal family systems. As a licensed clinical social worker I have had the pleasure of working in cities across the United States with a wide range of individuals from a variety of backgrounds.
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Therapy Place Services LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55420
I work with people who are interested in holistic health and traditional methods. I see motivated folx who invest in getting better by working outside sessions. I see people from difficult families, with mood, career, family, couple, chronic medical/cancer, obsessive/compulsive, attention, spiritual issues, and people who want to be more successful in relationships and with themselves. I see adults and elders, people from various cultures, countries and religions. I offer Saturday and evening appointments. I research concerns and network with holistic health professionals for your needs.
I work with people who are interested in holistic health and traditional methods. I see motivated folx who invest in getting better by working outside sessions. I see people from difficult families, with mood, career, family, couple, chronic medical/cancer, obsessive/compulsive, attention, spiritual issues, and people who want to be more successful in relationships and with themselves. I see adults and elders, people from various cultures, countries and religions. I offer Saturday and evening appointments. I research concerns and network with holistic health professionals for your needs.
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My areas of specialty include early childhood mental health and development, parenting support, and family therapy.
I have worked in mental health and human services in the Twin Cities since 2003 in a variety of settings, including inpatient, residential, school and community based settings. I am passionate about working with children and their caregivers using a strength and relationship-based approach. I am experienced in treating mental health symptoms related to neurodivergence (such as autism and ADHD), mood disorders (such as depression and anxiety), trauma, attachment problems and relationship conflicts. I enjoy working with children and adolescents, individual adults, couples, and families.
My areas of specialty include early childhood mental health and development, parenting support, and family therapy.
I have worked in mental health and human services in the Twin Cities since 2003 in a variety of settings, including inpatient, residential, school and community based settings. I am passionate about working with children and their caregivers using a strength and relationship-based approach. I am experienced in treating mental health symptoms related to neurodivergence (such as autism and ADHD), mood disorders (such as depression and anxiety), trauma, attachment problems and relationship conflicts. I enjoy working with children and adolescents, individual adults, couples, and families.
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Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55425
Individual & family psychological services.
I imagine you're seeking a psychotherapist for counseling because you hope to make some important changes. Success working with a psychologist depends on you feeling comfortable engaging in a collaborative manner with her. Some therapy sessions may be difficult as you ask important questions about yourself, how you function in the world. As you proceed, you may experience frustration, confusion, anxiety, self-doubt and/or conflicted feelings, but at the end of your psychotherapy you'll most likely have learned something new to help you with the concerns that brought you in to seek psychological treatment.
Individual & family psychological services.
I imagine you're seeking a psychotherapist for counseling because you hope to make some important changes. Success working with a psychologist depends on you feeling comfortable engaging in a collaborative manner with her. Some therapy sessions may be difficult as you ask important questions about yourself, how you function in the world. As you proceed, you may experience frustration, confusion, anxiety, self-doubt and/or conflicted feelings, but at the end of your psychotherapy you'll most likely have learned something new to help you with the concerns that brought you in to seek psychological treatment.
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Her overarching goal is to empower you to increase your self-awareness, building an improved connection with yourself, your family, the community and nature.
Stacy guides individuals, couples, and families to heal from relationship stressors and build resilience for the future. She believes that helping you reconnect with your emotional center and individual strengths is the key to positive change and growth. Using integrative therapy approaches, Stacy assists you in rediscovering your authentic self. Stacy helps identify and address the cycle that keeps you from being your best. She creates a clear and effective plan to address these problem areas.
Her overarching goal is to empower you to increase your self-awareness, building an improved connection with yourself, your family, the community and nature.
Stacy guides individuals, couples, and families to heal from relationship stressors and build resilience for the future. She believes that helping you reconnect with your emotional center and individual strengths is the key to positive change and growth. Using integrative therapy approaches, Stacy assists you in rediscovering your authentic self. Stacy helps identify and address the cycle that keeps you from being your best. She creates a clear and effective plan to address these problem areas.
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Melanie Edmonds
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Bloomington, MN 55425
Hello. I work with individuals and couples. I am also working on my play therapy certificate and work with children and tweens/teens. I work collaboratively with my clients and let them lead the way in their work. I enjoy working with parents and the challenges and joys that come with that role. I also work with clients with anxiety and family and boundaries work.
Hello. I work with individuals and couples. I am also working on my play therapy certificate and work with children and tweens/teens. I work collaboratively with my clients and let them lead the way in their work. I enjoy working with parents and the challenges and joys that come with that role. I also work with clients with anxiety and family and boundaries work.
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Judy Meerkins M.A. P.A.
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55431
I have MN license in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), a master's degree in psychology from St.
Curious, Kind and Direct - that is how people describe me. I have a genuine love for this work and I do what I do with sincerity and honesty. I am approachable and change and growth are nurtured here. I use a collaborative and eclectic approach to therapy. If desired, I am comfortable integrating a person's spirituality into therapy as well.
I have MN license in Marriage and Family Therapy (LMFT), a master's degree in psychology from St.
Curious, Kind and Direct - that is how people describe me. I have a genuine love for this work and I do what I do with sincerity and honesty. I am approachable and change and growth are nurtured here. I use a collaborative and eclectic approach to therapy. If desired, I am comfortable integrating a person's spirituality into therapy as well.
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People are unique human beings with a long list of remarkable qualities. Sometimes though, we feel that we have qualities that we need to work on to be our better selves. I work with individuals to find those qualities and strengthen the ones we want to stay around. You may be a good fit for me if you: have ADHD, have children, are a family with adult children in the home, are a lifelong learner, are tired of looking at the positive side all the time, and willing to work on your problems in and out of therapy!
People are unique human beings with a long list of remarkable qualities. Sometimes though, we feel that we have qualities that we need to work on to be our better selves. I work with individuals to find those qualities and strengthen the ones we want to stay around. You may be a good fit for me if you: have ADHD, have children, are a family with adult children in the home, are a lifelong learner, are tired of looking at the positive side all the time, and willing to work on your problems in and out of therapy!
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I am particularly skillful with couple and family relationships and believe individuals are inherently good and are doing the best they can to manage the challenges present in life and relationships.
I have immediate openings for new clients! My clients typically are seeking support for relational, sexual, or spiritual problems, and benefit from a safe space where help is available and confidential. I take a warm, relational approach to my work with clients, and work best with those who are seeking to reflect on ways they can nurture improved relationships with themselves and others. Clients can expect to hear me emphasizing self-compassion and relational awareness through observation, reflection, and reframing of thoughts or language.
I am particularly skillful with couple and family relationships and believe individuals are inherently good and are doing the best they can to manage the challenges present in life and relationships.
I have immediate openings for new clients! My clients typically are seeking support for relational, sexual, or spiritual problems, and benefit from a safe space where help is available and confidential. I take a warm, relational approach to my work with clients, and work best with those who are seeking to reflect on ways they can nurture improved relationships with themselves and others. Clients can expect to hear me emphasizing self-compassion and relational awareness through observation, reflection, and reframing of thoughts or language.
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Witnessing people create meaningful changes in their lives has been my greatest privilege, as a therapist. Strong, loving relationships, healthy family bonds, vocational success, healing from wounds of trauma, and reconnecting to a joyful participation in life are some of the experiences I have been able to share with clients. I hold a Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and bring my background in creative arts, trauma work, and rich life experience to help clients get past the barriers of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
Witnessing people create meaningful changes in their lives has been my greatest privilege, as a therapist. Strong, loving relationships, healthy family bonds, vocational success, healing from wounds of trauma, and reconnecting to a joyful participation in life are some of the experiences I have been able to share with clients. I hold a Doctorate in Marriage and Family Therapy and bring my background in creative arts, trauma work, and rich life experience to help clients get past the barriers of anxiety, depression, and trauma.
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Through our work together, individuals can experience increased self-esteem; more appropriate identification/expression of feelings; healthier relationships with family, parents and peers; clearer boundaries; fewer outbursts; ability to solve problems; decreased anxiety and depression.
I serve adults, families, and children (ages 4-18) with a variety of challenges. I help men and women handle breakups or relationship difficulties, cope with being single, navigate dating, create healthy relationships, manage anger/ frustration, deal with depression, explore adoptee issues, and adapt to change or loss. I serve families with children who are pushing boundaries, fighting with or blaming others, worrying excessively, yelling/talking back, lacking appropriate social skills or have poor self-esteem. I also work with adoptive families who are concerned about their adopted child's "problem" behaviors, difficulties adjusting, or challenges in connecting with others.
Through our work together, individuals can experience increased self-esteem; more appropriate identification/expression of feelings; healthier relationships with family, parents and peers; clearer boundaries; fewer outbursts; ability to solve problems; decreased anxiety and depression.
I serve adults, families, and children (ages 4-18) with a variety of challenges. I help men and women handle breakups or relationship difficulties, cope with being single, navigate dating, create healthy relationships, manage anger/ frustration, deal with depression, explore adoptee issues, and adapt to change or loss. I serve families with children who are pushing boundaries, fighting with or blaming others, worrying excessively, yelling/talking back, lacking appropriate social skills or have poor self-esteem. I also work with adoptive families who are concerned about their adopted child's "problem" behaviors, difficulties adjusting, or challenges in connecting with others.
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Meri Ellen Parady
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Bloomington, MN 55437 (Online Only)
I am trained and training to use Internal Family Systems style therapy.
I am a relational therapist with a special interest in healing from trauma and childhood wounds. A relational approach combines cognitive behavior and psychodynamic theories. My goal is to help clients build self-compassion, process painful emotions, and gain tools to navigate life's challenges. I offer a judgment-free space where clients feel heard and empowered to make positive changes.
I am trained and training to use Internal Family Systems style therapy.
I am a relational therapist with a special interest in healing from trauma and childhood wounds. A relational approach combines cognitive behavior and psychodynamic theories. My goal is to help clients build self-compassion, process painful emotions, and gain tools to navigate life's challenges. I offer a judgment-free space where clients feel heard and empowered to make positive changes.
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Family Therapy
What do family therapists do?
A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.
How long does therapy for families take to work?
Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.
How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?
You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.
Is therapy for families effective?
Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.