Relational Therapists in Columbia Heights, MN
Andrea Patten
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
6 Endorsed
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 (Online Only)
I am passionate about working with and supporting trauma, family/life change, panic and anxiety concerns, and relational concerns.
I'm currently full- but my Mindful Way colleagues may still have openings. Making the step to come to therapy is a hard one. I feel honored to provide a warm, safe, and compassionate space for you to share your story and truly be heard. I believe you are the expert on your relationships, health, emotions, and body. I work with Adults and children (ages 2-7). I welcome folks of all backgrounds (ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation) and strive to provide a safe, comfortable, culturally responsive environment that supports your healing journey.
I am passionate about working with and supporting trauma, family/life change, panic and anxiety concerns, and relational concerns.
I'm currently full- but my Mindful Way colleagues may still have openings. Making the step to come to therapy is a hard one. I feel honored to provide a warm, safe, and compassionate space for you to share your story and truly be heard. I believe you are the expert on your relationships, health, emotions, and body. I work with Adults and children (ages 2-7). I welcome folks of all backgrounds (ethnicity, race, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation) and strive to provide a safe, comfortable, culturally responsive environment that supports your healing journey.
Laura Koletar
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 (Online Only)
My focus in therapy is to build a trusting relationship which inspires self-discovery and a greater capacity for change. I tend to use a relational style with curiosity, humor, and compassion to support people in understanding and coping with mental health symptoms, learning better communication skills in relationships, and exploring identity development and life transitions. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, and particularly enjoy working with those seeking support for anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, and identity development, including LGBTQ+ identities, as a queer person myself.
My focus in therapy is to build a trusting relationship which inspires self-discovery and a greater capacity for change. I tend to use a relational style with curiosity, humor, and compassion to support people in understanding and coping with mental health symptoms, learning better communication skills in relationships, and exploring identity development and life transitions. I work with adolescents, adults, and couples, and particularly enjoy working with those seeking support for anxiety, relationship issues, parenting, and identity development, including LGBTQ+ identities, as a queer person myself.
Faryal Khan
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
"I am not crazy," is the first thing many hear when thinking of mental health. Mental health is less about being crazy and more about over all well-being. Research shows that expressing ourselves can lead to positive change and better understanding of ourselves. During our journey together, I respect my clients by bringing in a culturally informed and non-judgmental lens, utilizing personal, religious/spiritual, and/or cultural strengths approach to healing. Together we will work on listening to our bodies and minds, integrating both in ways that bring positivity and restoration to ourselves and our relationships.
"I am not crazy," is the first thing many hear when thinking of mental health. Mental health is less about being crazy and more about over all well-being. Research shows that expressing ourselves can lead to positive change and better understanding of ourselves. During our journey together, I respect my clients by bringing in a culturally informed and non-judgmental lens, utilizing personal, religious/spiritual, and/or cultural strengths approach to healing. Together we will work on listening to our bodies and minds, integrating both in ways that bring positivity and restoration to ourselves and our relationships.
Wendy Alm
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia Heights, MN 55421 (Online Only)
Are you feeling stuck? Is anxiety or depression interfering with the life you want to lead? Is there a disconnect between you and your significant other? Please know that you do not have to face these challenges alone. Counseling can uncover what it is that you personally need to live your best life, and assist you in moving toward it. You don't have to stay stuck. Decide that you deserve to be happy, that you are worthy of satisfying relationships, and that you are capable of making positive changes. Come as you are, and let's get to work.
Are you feeling stuck? Is anxiety or depression interfering with the life you want to lead? Is there a disconnect between you and your significant other? Please know that you do not have to face these challenges alone. Counseling can uncover what it is that you personally need to live your best life, and assist you in moving toward it. You don't have to stay stuck. Decide that you deserve to be happy, that you are worthy of satisfying relationships, and that you are capable of making positive changes. Come as you are, and let's get to work.
Kimberly Schultz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Columbia Heights, MN 55421
I enjoy working with adults, children (ages 10+), pre-teens, teens and their families. I have extensive experience addressing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem/ self-concept, social/ emotional difficulties, co-occurring mental health diagnoses, grief and loss, parenting, emotional difficulties related to family of origin, and issues related to adoption and kinship care for all members of adoptive and kinship families, particularly attachment related difficulties.
I enjoy working with adults, children (ages 10+), pre-teens, teens and their families. I have extensive experience addressing symptoms of depression, anxiety, post-traumatic stress, low self-esteem/ self-concept, social/ emotional difficulties, co-occurring mental health diagnoses, grief and loss, parenting, emotional difficulties related to family of origin, and issues related to adoption and kinship care for all members of adoptive and kinship families, particularly attachment related difficulties.
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Molly Gurovitsch
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Fridley, MN 55432 (Online Only)
We all have the capacity to grow and heal. I honor the courage it takes to reach out for support and make the choices and changes necessary to find peace and fulfillment in life. Whether stuck in unsatisfying patterns, navigating transitions or challenging relationships, living with impacts of mental heath, trauma or life and work stress, I work collaboratively to develop insights, practical coping tools and uncover your resilient qualities. Therapy is a relational process and we will work together to reach your goals, often by exploring ways your life experiences have impacted you and finding strategies for relief and empowerment.
We all have the capacity to grow and heal. I honor the courage it takes to reach out for support and make the choices and changes necessary to find peace and fulfillment in life. Whether stuck in unsatisfying patterns, navigating transitions or challenging relationships, living with impacts of mental heath, trauma or life and work stress, I work collaboratively to develop insights, practical coping tools and uncover your resilient qualities. Therapy is a relational process and we will work together to reach your goals, often by exploring ways your life experiences have impacted you and finding strategies for relief and empowerment.
Kelsey L McLaughlin
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55112
Waitlist for new clients
Navigating the challenges of life is far from simple. Therapy is an effective. safe, and compassionate space to unfold stress, process pain, and reconnect with what you value. Whether the relationship of focus is with yourself, a partner, a friend, or a family member, relational stress threatens your sense of safety and security in this ever changing world. Reorienting yourself within these relationships and to these struggles makes it possible to restore patterns of hope.
Navigating the challenges of life is far from simple. Therapy is an effective. safe, and compassionate space to unfold stress, process pain, and reconnect with what you value. Whether the relationship of focus is with yourself, a partner, a friend, or a family member, relational stress threatens your sense of safety and security in this ever changing world. Reorienting yourself within these relationships and to these struggles makes it possible to restore patterns of hope.
Twin Cities Mental Health&Couples Faten Khoury
Marriage & Family Therapist, Post, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Fridley, MN 55421
My approach at Twin Cities Mental Health and Couples Center is based on a collaborative, integrative, relational and specialized process tailored to your needs, it can help getting you and your family on track to leading a happier, more fulfilling and vital life.
For support in managing difficulties in your personal & professional lives caused by unresolved traumas or conflict, therapy can help. I work with individuals, couples, & families to help collaboratively tackle the challenges they are facing, through creating a new insight & forming an action, solution plan. Additionally, I practice EMDR therapy, AEDP, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback and find it powerful in healing a range of psychological concerns including depression, anxiety, shame and trauma and areas where clients experience "being stuck". My practice is based on years of well-established evidence-based effective treatments.
My approach at Twin Cities Mental Health and Couples Center is based on a collaborative, integrative, relational and specialized process tailored to your needs, it can help getting you and your family on track to leading a happier, more fulfilling and vital life.
For support in managing difficulties in your personal & professional lives caused by unresolved traumas or conflict, therapy can help. I work with individuals, couples, & families to help collaboratively tackle the challenges they are facing, through creating a new insight & forming an action, solution plan. Additionally, I practice EMDR therapy, AEDP, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback and find it powerful in healing a range of psychological concerns including depression, anxiety, shame and trauma and areas where clients experience "being stuck". My practice is based on years of well-established evidence-based effective treatments.
Dr. Holloway is a licensed psychologist who utilizes an approach that centers humanism, interpersonal process, feminism and multiculturalism. Her work as a therapist is deeply relational, and she aims to help those with whom she is working to understand their current concerns more fully and attend to their needs in a more compassionate and genuine way. In her work you will see inclusion, connection, compassion, authenticity and relationship at the foundation.
Dr. Holloway is a licensed psychologist who utilizes an approach that centers humanism, interpersonal process, feminism and multiculturalism. Her work as a therapist is deeply relational, and she aims to help those with whom she is working to understand their current concerns more fully and attend to their needs in a more compassionate and genuine way. In her work you will see inclusion, connection, compassion, authenticity and relationship at the foundation.
We are created for connection. All of us are searching for meaning, purpose and belonging. We are made to be in relationships with each other. Our relationships provide an opportunity for life's greatest joy and greatest heartache. All of us experience the brokenness of our world and fall short of relational wholeness. Each of us a unique combination of biology and experience, which results in unique challenges, vulnerabilities, strengths, and hopes. I believe everyone has the insight, ability, and potential to thrive in our human experience and sustain a meaningful life.
We are created for connection. All of us are searching for meaning, purpose and belonging. We are made to be in relationships with each other. Our relationships provide an opportunity for life's greatest joy and greatest heartache. All of us experience the brokenness of our world and fall short of relational wholeness. Each of us a unique combination of biology and experience, which results in unique challenges, vulnerabilities, strengths, and hopes. I believe everyone has the insight, ability, and potential to thrive in our human experience and sustain a meaningful life.
Zota Korti
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
St Anthony, MN 55421
I am also experienced in working with clients with histories of trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, emotional distress, grief/loss, life transitions and other relational issues.
Accepting New Clients at this Time. My life experiences have given me the gift of being Inter-Sectional. I know that a person has many parts of their life, that makes up the individual. Everyone has a story to tell. I work to empower my clients to see themselves as Whole beings with gifts to give the world. I specialize and hold certifications in the following: Trauma Informed care and healing, Self-esteem building, Anxiety Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative Exposure and Internal Family Systems Therapies. I operate from a social-justice perspective, and purposely create spaces for BIPOC people to do their healing work.
I am also experienced in working with clients with histories of trauma, depression, anxiety, anger, emotional distress, grief/loss, life transitions and other relational issues.
Accepting New Clients at this Time. My life experiences have given me the gift of being Inter-Sectional. I know that a person has many parts of their life, that makes up the individual. Everyone has a story to tell. I work to empower my clients to see themselves as Whole beings with gifts to give the world. I specialize and hold certifications in the following: Trauma Informed care and healing, Self-esteem building, Anxiety Treatment, Cognitive Behavioral, Narrative Exposure and Internal Family Systems Therapies. I operate from a social-justice perspective, and purposely create spaces for BIPOC people to do their healing work.
Brittany Kiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Brighton, MN 55112
Waitlist for new clients
Being a healthy, balanced individual means you are caring for all parts of yourself: mental health, physical health, relational health, emotional health, etc. All the parts of you matter. Who we are as a person is comprised of everything we have seen, felt, believed, & experienced, as well as what we have taken in from our family's experiences and those around us. It is all part of your individual story and your story matters. I enjoy working with individuals who are striving to gain insight into themselves, their communities, and learn ways to manage and decrease presenting symptoms.
Being a healthy, balanced individual means you are caring for all parts of yourself: mental health, physical health, relational health, emotional health, etc. All the parts of you matter. Who we are as a person is comprised of everything we have seen, felt, believed, & experienced, as well as what we have taken in from our family's experiences and those around us. It is all part of your individual story and your story matters. I enjoy working with individuals who are striving to gain insight into themselves, their communities, and learn ways to manage and decrease presenting symptoms.
I am committed to helping people to find and/or build their own strengths through a collaborative, relational approach.
Hello, I'm Heather. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds whom have different needs. I often work with individuals, couples and families with complex concerns ranging from learning about yourself to addressing the challenges that hinder you from being able to live the life you desire. Trauma and attachment are common concerns that I see that impact many areas of life. Sometimes the hurts are recent; sometimes they happened long ago; sometimes they are still happening. I utilize a variety of theories and models specifically tailored the person/couple/family.
I am committed to helping people to find and/or build their own strengths through a collaborative, relational approach.
Hello, I'm Heather. I enjoy working with people from a variety of backgrounds whom have different needs. I often work with individuals, couples and families with complex concerns ranging from learning about yourself to addressing the challenges that hinder you from being able to live the life you desire. Trauma and attachment are common concerns that I see that impact many areas of life. Sometimes the hurts are recent; sometimes they happened long ago; sometimes they are still happening. I utilize a variety of theories and models specifically tailored the person/couple/family.
Kaylee Audrey Bond
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418
I'm relational and real in session.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/ gender questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
I'm relational and real in session.
I specialize with children 0-5, neurodivergent/queer/ gender questioning people of all ages, and couples. My individual sessions are trauma informed and social justice oriented with children, teens, and adults. I love helping with skills for neurodivergence, adjusting to life changes, parenting, pre/post natal and relationship issues. My couples are often Queer, Polyam, and Kink; although all couples are welcome. I also help couples with mental health impacts, parenting, sex issues, and identity.
Joseph Lundsten
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55418
Currently, I am working with adults and couples with varying concerns including: grief and loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, addiction and substance use, sexual addiction and integrity, faith and spirituality, chronic health issues, OCD and scrupulosity, and relational and family issues.
Currently, I am working with adults and couples with varying concerns including: grief and loss, depression, anxiety, PTSD and trauma, addiction and substance use, sexual addiction and integrity, faith and spirituality, chronic health issues, OCD and scrupulosity, and relational and family issues.
My approach in therapy is relational in order to cultivate a supportive, non-judgmental relationship. I view therapy as a mechanism to empower you to play an active role in your healing process by utilizing your strengths and resources to thrive, even when faced with systemic barriers. My belief is that meeting you where you are and providing various skills and tools to help you strive toward your goals is critical to treatment success. I tend to be flexible in my treatment approach based on your needs.
My approach in therapy is relational in order to cultivate a supportive, non-judgmental relationship. I view therapy as a mechanism to empower you to play an active role in your healing process by utilizing your strengths and resources to thrive, even when faced with systemic barriers. My belief is that meeting you where you are and providing various skills and tools to help you strive toward your goals is critical to treatment success. I tend to be flexible in my treatment approach based on your needs.
Sarah Lazarewicz
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, MSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55418
I utilize a comprehensive, trauma informed model called the Nueroaffective Relational Model (NARM).
I believe therapy can be a space to try on new ways of thinking and being, building insight and self-awareness so you can overcome blocks to creating the life you deeply desire. You can expect me to work hard to understand you and your history, offering an equal mix of nurturing, education and clear-sighted perspective. We’ll work together to chart a vision for the road ahead, noting areas for growth, needed skills, and current strengths and resources. In session, and in life, my style is informal, warm, playful and compassionate. I bring a body-positive, sex-positive, feminist and anti-oppressive lens to my work.
I utilize a comprehensive, trauma informed model called the Nueroaffective Relational Model (NARM).
I believe therapy can be a space to try on new ways of thinking and being, building insight and self-awareness so you can overcome blocks to creating the life you deeply desire. You can expect me to work hard to understand you and your history, offering an equal mix of nurturing, education and clear-sighted perspective. We’ll work together to chart a vision for the road ahead, noting areas for growth, needed skills, and current strengths and resources. In session, and in life, my style is informal, warm, playful and compassionate. I bring a body-positive, sex-positive, feminist and anti-oppressive lens to my work.
Benjamin Graham Monseth
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
New Brighton, MN 55112
I am a practitioner that firmly believes everyone's story matters and deserves a validating, attentive, and non-anxious guiding presence through the hope, support and the healing it desires. I'm a practitioner that utilizes a variety of theories and practices in supporting each client's hopes and needs. I am a practitioner of family systems theory, as well as relational, spiritual and trauma-informed approaches. This means that in addition to assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and utilization of several therapy modalities, I take seriously the intergenerational, relational, spiritual and trauma narrative of each client.
I am a practitioner that firmly believes everyone's story matters and deserves a validating, attentive, and non-anxious guiding presence through the hope, support and the healing it desires. I'm a practitioner that utilizes a variety of theories and practices in supporting each client's hopes and needs. I am a practitioner of family systems theory, as well as relational, spiritual and trauma-informed approaches. This means that in addition to assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and utilization of several therapy modalities, I take seriously the intergenerational, relational, spiritual and trauma narrative of each client.
I have specialized training in the Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network Model, a neuroscience-based trauma training to address the ways that past stress impacts our current thoughts and feelings.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, and past trauma. I understand that pain has a way of separating us from ourselves and others, and I believe that we heal best within relationships. For that reason, I value the therapeutic relationship and strive to create a space where clients can feel truly understood. I offer all clients unconditional positive regard, and firmly believe that even in the most difficult times, all people are doing the best they can with the tools they have.
I have specialized training in the Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network Model, a neuroscience-based trauma training to address the ways that past stress impacts our current thoughts and feelings.
I work with adults and adolescents struggling with anxiety, low mood, relationship issues, and past trauma. I understand that pain has a way of separating us from ourselves and others, and I believe that we heal best within relationships. For that reason, I value the therapeutic relationship and strive to create a space where clients can feel truly understood. I offer all clients unconditional positive regard, and firmly believe that even in the most difficult times, all people are doing the best they can with the tools they have.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and relational.
Life is a journey with many surprises and unknowns. I believe we all do the best we can to navigate this journey, but sometimes we get stuck along the way. In my work with individuals and couples, I hope to accompany you on this journey, while promoting new ways of being and relating over time. Previous relationships and experiences greatly impact the way we see the world and how we currently relate to others. Our work together will include increasing awareness around how these factors might be impacting your life today, while exploring new and adaptive ways of relating to self and others.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and relational.
Life is a journey with many surprises and unknowns. I believe we all do the best we can to navigate this journey, but sometimes we get stuck along the way. In my work with individuals and couples, I hope to accompany you on this journey, while promoting new ways of being and relating over time. Previous relationships and experiences greatly impact the way we see the world and how we currently relate to others. Our work together will include increasing awareness around how these factors might be impacting your life today, while exploring new and adaptive ways of relating to self and others.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.