Motivational Interviewing Therapists in Edina, MN

Currently accepting new clients! I provide individual, couple, and family therapy services, with a focus on perinatal and maternal mental health and relational dynamics in parenting and family life.

At our centrally located Golden Valley location, we offer compassionate, person centered care for individuals, couples and families. At this and all our locations, we believe you, the client, are in the foreground of our work.

I work with men that are having difficulty managing their alcohol use, couples struggling with communication, infidelity, and conflict. I also support individuals cope with anxiety, depression, loss, and complex trauma. Thank you for taking a moment to read further and consider reaching out to begin the process of change. Having worked at Hazelden Betty Ford Foundation with individuals and in the Family Program, as well as years helping couples reconnect in private practice; I have developed a unique skillset to help expedite healing and growth.

Our goal is to meet individuals where they are and working in partnership to elevate self understanding and encourage personal growth. We have experience and enjoy working with individuals as young as 3 and up through 100, parents, and families. The clinicians' expertise consists of working with clients who are highly sensitive, twice exceptional individuals, as well as people experiencing anxiety, depression, OCD, grief, ADHD, minor trauma, and more. We also work well with families facing challenging child behaviors. Our clinic uses person-centered theories with a nonjudgmental perspective.

Now accepting new clients! I believe the road to healing begins with a therapeutic relationship based on acceptance, trust, and unconditional positive regard. Using person centered approaches, I guide clients towards exploring strengths and values to help frame their thoughts, emotions, and experiences in a way that focuses on their proven resilience and empowers clients to live their most authentic lives. My greatest reward as a therapist is witnessing the courage and vulnerability clients demonstrate in taking steps to transform their lives by using healthy coping mechanisms, new forms of communication, and CBT skills.

As a mother and first-generation immigrant, my lived experience has informed my clinical practice. I enjoy helping others navigate stressful life changes. I provide clients with Adrelian psychotherapy and trauma-informed care, including AF-EMDR. While all clients are welcome, I have focused on helping mothers navigate the challenges of parenting, pregnancy, post-partum concerns, difficulties with fertility, and divorce; as well as First Generation immigrants navigate the acculturation process. Recently, I have branched out, providing services for neurodiverse and twice-gifted clients.

I value both empathy and humor when it comes to the therapeutic process. I am passionate about creating a therapeutic relationship with each of my clients that includes a compassionate, inviting, and inclusive nature. I enjoy partnering with my clients to be creative in the therapeutic process to find what works best for them, as I believe everyone is unique in their own ways. Majority of my experience and expertise is working with children and families.

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As a licensed psychologist and an AASECT certified sex therapist, I offer psychotherapy services to adults and couples. I provide in-depth psychotherapy and have specialized in treating clients with sexual issues and concerns. I see therapy as an environment to build a relationship that encourages authenticity, respect, compassion, and curiosity. I will help you examine yourself, your relationships, your past, and discover ways to enact the types of changes you want to make in your life.

Life has its twists and turns, and I truly admire the courage it takes to embark on the path of healing and self-discovery. As a dedicated therapist, I specialize in working with both adults and teenagers facing challenges such as trauma, life transitions, mood disorders, anxiety, relationship issues, and substance use. I understand the complexities of personal growth and the obstacles that can arise. Together, we can navigate these challenges, helping you emerge stronger and more resilient to reconnect with yourself, your relationships, and what truly matters to you.

NOTE: I am not currently accepting new clients. There are so many times in our lives when we are asked to adapt. Whether it's transitioning to a new school or job, changing relationships, parenting through different stresses and stages, managing Anxiety or Depression so that you can best enjoy your life, or just figuring out who you are and how you want to be in this world. Participating in therapy almost always means change, and I enjoy supporting people as they explore this change, learn new strategies, and work to grow.

My goal is to provide a warm and non-judgmental environment to explore your concerns and feel understood. You will find that I am genuine, encouraging and motivated to help by providing support and validation, psychoeducation and skills. I have over 17 years of experience helping adults with anxiety and panic attacks, mood disorders, life transitions (graduation, moves, new career, breakups, pregnancy, parenthood), trauma, grief and loss, stress management, and low self-esteem. My role as a therapist is to help you better understand your needs and strengths and develop goals and strategies to live a fulfilling life.

The most common feedback I get from clients is that they can tell that I love what I do. They are so right! I believe it is a strength, not a deficit, to reach out to someone for help and support. Whether it's acute trauma, behavioral issues, or adjustment to difficult life circumstances, being heard and supported in a therapeutic setting can make a world of difference. My approach with clients is to meet them where they are, determine where they want to be, and to be an empathic witness for them in their healing journey.

Whether clients are looking for support and encouragement to maximize strengths or need assistance in dealing with a wide variety of psychological issues, effective therapy begins with the formation of a relationship. I place an emphasis on meeting patients where they are, which includes taking into account environmental factors, culture, ethnicity, and family/interpersonal history. Then, collaborating together to understand goals, assets, and challenges in order to create a plan to solve problems and increase understanding. By integrating various theoretical approaches and utilizing current research from psychology and neuroscience, my goal is to provide effective individualized treatment.

I enjoy working with individuals who are interested in improving their emotional, psychological, and physical health. Often times, stressors and demands can take a toll on your emotional and physical health and lead to anxiety, depression, anger, and physical consequences, such as problems with sleep and eating. I believe that the use of cognitive behavioral, mindfulness, psychodynamic, and interpersonal interventions are useful in this process. I also strive to build a genuine therapeutic relationship that helps you to feel supported and safe as you explore areas of concern and work toward growth and healing.

Therapy is an exploratory and learning process. If you feel stuck, frustrated, and wonder "Why can't I fix this?," you are not alone. "Fixing" implies brokenness. Perhaps, it is not about "fixing," but making changes to be more effective in life. My goal as a therapist is to bring compassion to you and foster a sense of empowerment. I believe in our ability to change and resiliency that we all share. This is your healing journey toward meaning. I am here to walk side by side with you. Thank you for taking the first step.

I approach therapy with empathy, curiosity, and an open heart and mind. I meet people where they are and honor everyone as the experts of their own lives. I am here to provide support and encouragement for anyone who is ready to take the brave step of asking for help. Therapy can vulnerable, but it can also be collaborative, insightful, and a heart opening experience. My priority is to create an environment of safety and inclusivity for marginalized individuals. I provide patients with effective tools on how to trust their own bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and release old beliefs so they can reclaim a life worth living.