Parenting Therapists in Lake Elmo, MN

I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) and a national certified Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavior Therapist (CFCBT). I have sixteen years of experience working with adults, families, children, and teens on different issues. I am trained in to work with individuals facing struggles related to parenting skills, developmental and learning disabilities, trauma, abuse, grief, depression and anxiety. I am also a certified meditation instructor who uses mind, body and spirit techniques. If you are going through stormy moments and struggles that prevent you from living your fulfilling life, I am here to help you.

Now Accepting -NEW- Clients! Jacqueline has extensive experience supporting individuals and families in repairing relationships, managing emotions, reducing anxiety, coping with stress, improving self care and overall wellness, building coping skills, and feeling better! Jacqueline supports clients through emotional, social, and academic/workplace concerns. Specifically, she helps clients navigate anxiety, depression, new mental health or medical diagnoses, identity, grief/loss, family change, life transitions, parenting, behaviors/dysregulation, and skill building.

I have range of therapeutic experiences from individual mental health to working with families in a variety of contexts. I enjoy working with young adults, moms, women, and people from all backgrounds. I have a laid back, nonjudgmental approach and know that people are doing the best that they can. I recognize the importance of finding a therapist who is a good fit and will work hard to develop a safe, supportive, respectful, and productive environment for all clients. I strive to meet clients where they are at and work together. I aim to help clients identify their strengths, develop coping skills, & live a healthier life.

My practice is a collaborative healing process where you can be your authentic self in a trusting, respectful environment. My priority is to build a safe, caring, validating space where you can be known and understood. It’s a privilege to build strong relationships and notice the positive effects that therapy can have on their lives. I use a systemic, collaborative, strengths-based therapeutic approach to help you through the challenges of life, connecting with your strengths to help learn new ways to live in wholeness.

Anxiety, grief, trauma, self-doubt, or relationship issues? These are hard to navigate alone; I partner with you to sort through difficult themes to increase everyday coping. My background is with couples, individuals, children, and parents. I specialize working alongside people diagnosed with serious, life limiting illnesses (specifically cancer) and their caregivers, as well those grieving a loss. Another niche of my practice is medical professionals, residents/fellows, and those with high stress, demanding careers. Couple counseling and relational work is also a predominate area of focus in my practice.

The world we live in today can be overwhelming and isolating. I believe seeking out support and connection through counseling takes tremendous strength and courage. During our time together, I aim to create a counseling environment where you feel safe, accepted, and empowered. My goal is to work together to identify unhelpful patterns and work towards reaching your goals, all while embracing your authentic self. You can anticipate a holistic and individualized approach to meet your unique needs. My approach is also client-led and strength-based, with a focus on the mind-body connection.

In our core each of us want to feel seen and understood. Often, different events and circumstances in our life leave us feeling misunderstood by ourselves and others. During our work together we can identify these misunderstandings and work towards alleviating the pain and suffering that they have caused. Throughout my experience I have been perpetually inspired by the resilience, strength and vulnerability of those seeking change and have deep respect for how challenging the process can often be.

Hello, I would honor an opportunity of meeting with you and discussing your concerns. I have 25+ years of experience working with individuals, couples, and families. I believe each person has unique skills, talents, and abilities. I work with individuals and couples to uncover these abilities and use them in effective ways in their lives and in their relationships.

At Integrated Life Counseling Center, it is our mission to provide a safe place to discover truth and innate strengths. We utilizes a holistic approach building on strengths with sensitivity to client's values and spirituality.Our missions - Integration of relationships with self and others, fully connected, restored and free. Life-giving transformation of individuals and families for generational and systemic change. Cultivate knowledge of interpersonal neurophysiology and its impact on daily living. Collaboration locally and globally.

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.

From the Mississippi to the St. Croix River, I am dedicated to providing quality mental health services to Stillwater Area. As a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, I offer individual and family therapy that suits your unique needs.

Where do you you heal? Is it always talk? I have worked with children/families/ individuals most of my career and have had to think of different ways to process feelings. For young children it's play, for older children doing art or games. For adults it may be changing one’s perspective. Brain science confirms that these methods are effective for emotional regulation. The most successful factor in therapy is the therapeutic relationship. I honor that. I partner with you on this journey. Some clients bring two session issues,others bring trauma that may need neuropsychological approaches.

I have extensive experience helping clients with depression, anxiety, motivation, self-esteem, confidence, relationship issues, family conflicts as well as exploring gender and sexuality. I work to create an open and safe environment where clients can share their thoughts and feelings without fear of judgment. As a therapist, my goal is to work collaboratively with you to find solutions that work for you and help you discover your true potential in life.

I am a Stillwater-based psychologist who provides individual therapy and psychological testing to teens and adults ages 16 and up. Using a relaxed and non-judgmental style, I help people struggling with mood concerns, relationships, work/school stress, life transitions, and trauma. I provide both traditional talk therapy and more specific trauma therapies, such as Brainspotting and EMDR. I also offer supervision and consultation for pre-licensed counselors and psychologists, as well as psychological testing for ADHD and related concerns.

At Twin Cities Mental Health & Couples Center, I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. I have experience providing therapy to children with behavioral disorders, anxiety, depression, and trauma. I also work with individuals on the spectrum from childhood to adulthood. I have experience providing trauma-focused therapy with adolescents, adults, and families using a person-centered approach. Additionally, I provide support to couples/adults to help them understand their roles in relationships as well as assisting them in creating healthier boundaries for a more fulfilling relationship.