Depression Therapists in Faribault, MN
"Everyone has a destiny, however, various experiences, perceptions and life events often send us in another direction. Many people become stuck or have difficulty throwing off old thoughts and behaviors. The Psyche brings various symptoms, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders to move us forward. Working through these symptoms leads to a positive outlook on of life. My goal is to help individuals work through the symptoms and build on the strengths and potential within a person. Discovering these gifts can help alleviate negative symptoms and enable you to move into the future with a new awareness and zest for life.
"Everyone has a destiny, however, various experiences, perceptions and life events often send us in another direction. Many people become stuck or have difficulty throwing off old thoughts and behaviors. The Psyche brings various symptoms, depression, anxiety, and mood disorders to move us forward. Working through these symptoms leads to a positive outlook on of life. My goal is to help individuals work through the symptoms and build on the strengths and potential within a person. Discovering these gifts can help alleviate negative symptoms and enable you to move into the future with a new awareness and zest for life.
At some point in life, nearly all of us feel something is out of balance. This can cause significant distress and be emotionally painful. In an atmosphere of acceptance and trust, we'll explore where it hurts, what is out of balance, and the root causes of emotional distress such as anxiety, depression, grief, and suffering. We’ll work together to address your symptoms, gain deeper awareness and understanding about yourself, and find greater meaning in your life. Just as our physical body has an innate propensity towards growth and healing, I believe we have an innate potential towards emotional growth and healing within us as well.
At some point in life, nearly all of us feel something is out of balance. This can cause significant distress and be emotionally painful. In an atmosphere of acceptance and trust, we'll explore where it hurts, what is out of balance, and the root causes of emotional distress such as anxiety, depression, grief, and suffering. We’ll work together to address your symptoms, gain deeper awareness and understanding about yourself, and find greater meaning in your life. Just as our physical body has an innate propensity towards growth and healing, I believe we have an innate potential towards emotional growth and healing within us as well.
You're probably here because something in your life feels off or is no longer working for you. Maybe you've been pushing yourself to excel in every aspect of your life, but it feels like you're running on empty. Or perhaps you're taking care of everyone else, leaving little room for your own happiness. If you're feeling a bit lost right now, trust me, you're not alone, and you don't have to go through it by yourself. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or shut down, together we can start carving out a path to a life that feels right for you.
You're probably here because something in your life feels off or is no longer working for you. Maybe you've been pushing yourself to excel in every aspect of your life, but it feels like you're running on empty. Or perhaps you're taking care of everyone else, leaving little room for your own happiness. If you're feeling a bit lost right now, trust me, you're not alone, and you don't have to go through it by yourself. Whether you're dealing with depression, anxiety, feeling overwhelmed, or shut down, together we can start carving out a path to a life that feels right for you.
River Valley Behavioral Health and Wellness Center
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Faribault, MN 55021
Highly trained providers along with nurse practitioners offering individual, group, couples & family therapy, psychological assessment and medication management. Experienced professionals committed to helping you reach your goals in a confidential & comfortable setting. Assessment & treatment for ADHD, learning/developmental disabilities, veterans, PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, substance abuse, relationships, life changes, divorce, stress & coping, anger, autism, & borderline personality disorder.
Highly trained providers along with nurse practitioners offering individual, group, couples & family therapy, psychological assessment and medication management. Experienced professionals committed to helping you reach your goals in a confidential & comfortable setting. Assessment & treatment for ADHD, learning/developmental disabilities, veterans, PTSD, anxiety, depression, bipolar disorder, psychotic disorders, substance abuse, relationships, life changes, divorce, stress & coping, anger, autism, & borderline personality disorder.
Are you a person currently contemplating personal change? Have you ever thought of therapy as a means towards personal growth or self discovery? I'd like to compassionately guide/support you toward actualizing your best self. I want to help you break out of the rut, to meet goals and to gain confidence and strength to conquer whatever obstacle is in your way. I prefer to emphasize and build on positive influences. I prefer to work in the realm of solutions, and I can help with deep, meaningful, personal shifts that lead to change.
Are you a person currently contemplating personal change? Have you ever thought of therapy as a means towards personal growth or self discovery? I'd like to compassionately guide/support you toward actualizing your best self. I want to help you break out of the rut, to meet goals and to gain confidence and strength to conquer whatever obstacle is in your way. I prefer to emphasize and build on positive influences. I prefer to work in the realm of solutions, and I can help with deep, meaningful, personal shifts that lead to change.
I have over a quarter century of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. My goals in therapy are: to listen with care and compassion, to help people understand the factors causing stress, and to equip people to make lasting changes. I have extensive experience in working with couples and families.
I have over a quarter century of experience in working with individuals, couples, and families. My goals in therapy are: to listen with care and compassion, to help people understand the factors causing stress, and to equip people to make lasting changes. I have extensive experience in working with couples and families.
Carrie Menk
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Faribault, MN 55021
Carrie Menk is not taking appointments.
Carrie Menk is not taking appointments.
My practice is devoted to helping people feel calmer, lighter, and more at peace with their emotions. I help people understand themselves better and form more rewarding, less painful relationships with themselves and with others. We do this together within the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship where you can work though difficult feelings and experiences and practice new skills. I have been trained in a variety of approaches and draw upon them based on your specific needs and what I think may be most effective. I welcome ongoing feedback to make sure that our work together remains focused and satisfying.
My practice is devoted to helping people feel calmer, lighter, and more at peace with their emotions. I help people understand themselves better and form more rewarding, less painful relationships with themselves and with others. We do this together within the context of a safe, therapeutic relationship where you can work though difficult feelings and experiences and practice new skills. I have been trained in a variety of approaches and draw upon them based on your specific needs and what I think may be most effective. I welcome ongoing feedback to make sure that our work together remains focused and satisfying.
If you're in midlife or later and questioning yourself, let's connect. You might have concerns about the person you've become or the life you've lived or have yet to live. Maybe you're questioning what you've devoted yourself to or what you've sacrificed. If you are looking for a space to explore who you are or who you're becoming or need to be, let's connect. If you're looking to be deeply seen and heard as you delve into your big questions for living true to your heart and soul, let's connect.
If you're in midlife or later and questioning yourself, let's connect. You might have concerns about the person you've become or the life you've lived or have yet to live. Maybe you're questioning what you've devoted yourself to or what you've sacrificed. If you are looking for a space to explore who you are or who you're becoming or need to be, let's connect. If you're looking to be deeply seen and heard as you delve into your big questions for living true to your heart and soul, let's connect.
I believe in building relationships in therapy that free people to find balance in their own lives. As a therapist, I focus on you. I want to understand your thoughts and feelings. I don’t judge; I listen. I don’t pressure; I provide a safe place. We all have important things to hold onto. We all go through times we need to let go. Sometimes it is easy to feel lost. Let me help you find your way.
I believe in building relationships in therapy that free people to find balance in their own lives. As a therapist, I focus on you. I want to understand your thoughts and feelings. I don’t judge; I listen. I don’t pressure; I provide a safe place. We all have important things to hold onto. We all go through times we need to let go. Sometimes it is easy to feel lost. Let me help you find your way.
Megan Tarmann
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Faribault, MN 55021
Waitlist for new clients
You may wonder if anyone really knows how you feel as you hide behind a smile, a laugh, your grades or with food. You might be someone who feels alone and carries old narratives that you aren't good enough and maybe even have thoughts that you are inherently bad. These emotions and thoughts can be all consuming which can take you out of your life and cause you to engage in isolation, numbing behaviors, disordered eating, and/or people pleasing.
You may wonder if anyone really knows how you feel as you hide behind a smile, a laugh, your grades or with food. You might be someone who feels alone and carries old narratives that you aren't good enough and maybe even have thoughts that you are inherently bad. These emotions and thoughts can be all consuming which can take you out of your life and cause you to engage in isolation, numbing behaviors, disordered eating, and/or people pleasing.
Sara Smith
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Faribault, MN 55021 (Online Only)
During my 10 years in this field, I have learned that I love working with people to improve their relationships with themselves and others. I work with couples who feel disconnected with each other to help them find their way back to their partner. I also help individuals who are in a difficult season of life heal, grow and find their way back to themselves. I seek to balance compassion and empathy with challenging my clients to grow helping them acknowledge the hard truths. I enjoy connecting with my clients in a very real, down-to-earth way and am honored to be invited into their stories.
During my 10 years in this field, I have learned that I love working with people to improve their relationships with themselves and others. I work with couples who feel disconnected with each other to help them find their way back to their partner. I also help individuals who are in a difficult season of life heal, grow and find their way back to themselves. I seek to balance compassion and empathy with challenging my clients to grow helping them acknowledge the hard truths. I enjoy connecting with my clients in a very real, down-to-earth way and am honored to be invited into their stories.
I believe there is a time in everyone's life where one feels uncertain or in need of assistance to gain understanding of oneself. If you are seeking therapy you may be experiencing a variety of symptoms or searching for better understanding of yourself or a partner. I work toward identifying the root of problems to maximize potential and build on strengths within you. I view my role as a guide to support and assist in your journey of self-discovery. I honor the uniqueness and integrity of every individual, offering a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
I believe there is a time in everyone's life where one feels uncertain or in need of assistance to gain understanding of oneself. If you are seeking therapy you may be experiencing a variety of symptoms or searching for better understanding of yourself or a partner. I work toward identifying the root of problems to maximize potential and build on strengths within you. I view my role as a guide to support and assist in your journey of self-discovery. I honor the uniqueness and integrity of every individual, offering a safe and nonjudgmental environment.
Krista M Larson MSW, LICSW
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Faribault, MN 55021
Not accepting new clients
Greetings! In my work as a psychotherapist, I stand along side individuals who are struggling with anxiety spectrum disorders (including trauma-related disorders), mood disorders, difficulty with regulating emotion and/or tolerating distress, marital or relationship concerns, disordered eating, infertility, and chronic health issues. I believe the therapy relationship is a critical part of healing, which is supported by years of research. You can expect me to work with you in developing approaches to healing that fit your needs, comfort level and strengths.
Greetings! In my work as a psychotherapist, I stand along side individuals who are struggling with anxiety spectrum disorders (including trauma-related disorders), mood disorders, difficulty with regulating emotion and/or tolerating distress, marital or relationship concerns, disordered eating, infertility, and chronic health issues. I believe the therapy relationship is a critical part of healing, which is supported by years of research. You can expect me to work with you in developing approaches to healing that fit your needs, comfort level and strengths.
Erin Barnett
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Faribault, MN 55021
Not accepting new clients
I work collaboratively with my clients to define and explore the things they want to change. Most of my clients come to therapy because something in their lives isn't working anymore. They want to let go of old habits and deepen their sense of well-being. I help my clients build skills that create the conditions for growth. These skills, practiced over time, allow my clients to connect more deeply with themselves and others, and move more purposefully into the lives they choose. My goal is to facilitate my clients' movement beyond symptom relief to real and lasting change.
I work collaboratively with my clients to define and explore the things they want to change. Most of my clients come to therapy because something in their lives isn't working anymore. They want to let go of old habits and deepen their sense of well-being. I help my clients build skills that create the conditions for growth. These skills, practiced over time, allow my clients to connect more deeply with themselves and others, and move more purposefully into the lives they choose. My goal is to facilitate my clients' movement beyond symptom relief to real and lasting change.
NOTE: I will be out of the office until Tues. July 30th....... By reading this, you're already taking a step toward what you want. Maybe this is your first time, or you've had some difficult experiences in the past. Maybe your experiences were helpful and you're ready to take another step. Therapy is about relationship - my first goal is to create a safe space, open to all, free from judgement, where you can first build safety and support, and then move into learning, change and growth. I work with your values and beliefs to improve self awareness, make the most of yourself and your life.
NOTE: I will be out of the office until Tues. July 30th....... By reading this, you're already taking a step toward what you want. Maybe this is your first time, or you've had some difficult experiences in the past. Maybe your experiences were helpful and you're ready to take another step. Therapy is about relationship - my first goal is to create a safe space, open to all, free from judgement, where you can first build safety and support, and then move into learning, change and growth. I work with your values and beliefs to improve self awareness, make the most of yourself and your life.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist dedicated to assisting folks on their healing journey. As the picture demonstrates, I am casual, approachable, and delighted in walking with others on their journey to health. Educated as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Nurse, and Chemical Dependency Counselor, I practice under the License of an MFT. I also supervise several post-graduate Masters Level Therapists, most of whom are in their second careers, meaning they have life experiences under their belt and a newer education. Check out the website for more information about how we can serve you.
I am a seasoned psychotherapist dedicated to assisting folks on their healing journey. As the picture demonstrates, I am casual, approachable, and delighted in walking with others on their journey to health. Educated as a Marriage and Family Therapist, Registered Nurse, and Chemical Dependency Counselor, I practice under the License of an MFT. I also supervise several post-graduate Masters Level Therapists, most of whom are in their second careers, meaning they have life experiences under their belt and a newer education. Check out the website for more information about how we can serve you.
Andrea L. Walker
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Faribault, MN 55021 (Online Only)
Andrea began her career in the mental health field in 2012 and developed experience through supportive and financial roles for clinics specializing in trauma and eating disorders. She attended Adler Graduate School where she studied co-occurring disorders and completed her master’s degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy. She is dually trained to provide counseling for both substance use and mental health disorders. She provides personalized care, equipping clients with the courage and skills to meet their goals.
Andrea began her career in the mental health field in 2012 and developed experience through supportive and financial roles for clinics specializing in trauma and eating disorders. She attended Adler Graduate School where she studied co-occurring disorders and completed her master’s degree in Adlerian Counseling and Psychotherapy. She is dually trained to provide counseling for both substance use and mental health disorders. She provides personalized care, equipping clients with the courage and skills to meet their goals.
I have a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and enjoy working with Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I desire to see clients empowered to learn, grow, and heal from past hurts while discovering their best self. My approach is based on evidence based practices including the use of Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network Model, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy practices while addressing the clients emotional, behavioral, relational and/or spiritual needs.
I have a Master of Arts in Professional Counseling and enjoy working with Adolescents, Adults, Couples and Families. I desire to see clients empowered to learn, grow, and heal from past hurts while discovering their best self. My approach is based on evidence based practices including the use of Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network Model, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Dialectical Behavior Therapy practices while addressing the clients emotional, behavioral, relational and/or spiritual needs.
Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Maybe you struggle with intense anger, overwhelming sadness, or crippling anxiety. Perhaps past experiences from your childhood are influencing how you show up in your relationships with friends, family, and partners. You've been in therapy before, and while it sometimes feels helpful to talk to someone, you still feel like life is a constant battle. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone! Many people experience emotional dysregulation and don't find the relief they are looking for in traditional therapy alone. The good news is, there IS hope, and there are more options!
Ever feel like your emotions are running the show? Maybe you struggle with intense anger, overwhelming sadness, or crippling anxiety. Perhaps past experiences from your childhood are influencing how you show up in your relationships with friends, family, and partners. You've been in therapy before, and while it sometimes feels helpful to talk to someone, you still feel like life is a constant battle. If this sounds familiar, you're not alone! Many people experience emotional dysregulation and don't find the relief they are looking for in traditional therapy alone. The good news is, there IS hope, and there are more options!
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.