HealthPartners of MN and WI Therapists in Mahtomedi, MN

Hello! Feeling anxious or unsure about reaching out and beginning therapy? That makes total sense! It is very important to me that you feel supported during this process- I know it can be hard! In our work together you can expect me to be down to earth, kind, and personable. Together we will identify practical, concrete solutions to address your concerns while processing and working through deeper issues or stressors that are keeping you stuck. I will both challenge and support you. I am upfront and open with my clients in a gentle way and I flex my approach based upon your unique needs.

I am passionate about helping clients develop insight and self-awareness so they better understand how to improve their overall wellbeing. I utilize an integrative, non-judgmental approach to psychotherapy focusing on the collaboration of the counselor and the client. I use a variety of models including person-centered therapy, attachment-focused, acceptance and commitment therapy, and trauma-informed therapies.

Are you having a hard time with new challenges that you’re facing or with tough issues you’ve been struggling with for a while? You may be feeling alone, overwhelmed, and stuck with how to make the changes in your life that you desire. It takes a lot of courage to start talking with someone about deeply personal concerns. If you decide to work with me, you’ll likely find me to be kind, empathetic, non-judgmental, practical, and challenging when it’s helpful.

I work with adults seeking support in areas of anxiety, depression, life transitions, self-esteem and relationship concerns. In our work together, my goal is to create an environment where you feel safe being you. I’m there to support you through the highs and lows and bumps along the way. Together, we’ll identify and navigate through the challenges in your life. I will help you learn new skills, gain insights into your thoughts and experiences, and guide you on a path towards achieving your goals.

Hi there! Relationships can be hard work and sometimes you need someone from the outside to help you wade through and process what is currently happening! I would be honored to assist in communication issues, navigating through challenges, and exploring sex/ intimacy concerns! I will help you have those tough conversations, and realize your goals! I'll meet you where you're at and focus on what you want and need during our time together! I welcome clients from all walks of life and can't wait to help you individually or as a couple!

Hello! I am so glad you stopped by. Trauma, past relationships, life stressors and more have a way of eating away at our joy and contentment, but are also incredibly difficult to overcome alone. Sometimes we need the little extra support of someone to come alongside us and offer kindness and empathy. I would be honored to walk along this journey with you.

Are you feeling overwhelmed, stressed, or unhappy? Perhaps you've had some recent challenges. You used to be able to handle it all, but lately it hasn’t been as easy. Are you eager to feel better, but not sure where to start? I’m here to help! I know it can be a little scary to start therapy and share your challenges with someone you just met. I totally get it! That's why I provide a compassionate and nonjudgmental space that allows you to be yourself and make necessary changes. Together we will work to identify unhelpful patterns that might be keeping you stuck. I want you to feel seen, heard and supported.

An individual’s mental health is fluid and can be affected by many factors including mood, relationships, and life events. In therapy, I meet you wherever you are at in the moment. Sometimes this means figuring out surviving before we can focus on thriving. I have experience with a wide range of mental health areas, including sex and sexuality concerns, relationship issues, low self-esteem, anxiety, depression, and life transitions. Wherever you may be on your mental health journey, you deserve to receive the support you need for your concerns.

Welcome! Life definitely brings its unique challenges with some moments feeling tougher to manage than others. Wherever you are on your path, I am here to offer my support. I am passionate about my work with clients, and it is always an honor to listen and hold space for people. I enjoy helping people navigate their journey to feeling better by offering a space for processing, learning strategies and building skills, or simply creating a space to feel heard. People often describe me as down to earth, warm, and genuine. My intention is to create a safe and comfortable environment for you to engage in the therapeutic process.

Sometimes life can knock us down, feel overwhelming, or things can just feel off. No matter what brought you here, I have hope that we can find the path to where you want to be. My goal is to provide a space where you feel safe, heard, and accepted. As we work together, we can collaboratively find approachable goals and techniques to meet your unique wants and needs. For this work, I believe a strong therapeutic relationship is necessary. In our time together, you can expect curiosity, humor, and compassion. Whether your concerns are new, or they have followed you a long time, together we can find ways to seek healing.

We often fall into old patterns that don't work for us any longer. We can feel stuck. We don't know how to make changes or what to do. Sometimes it is necessary to share your story with someone who can be objective and give you an alternative perspective. I will strive to give you the knowledge and skills to make these changes in a healthy and God-like manner. We will work together, at your pace and comfort level, to develop goals to improve your life. We will work to give your life balance in all areas.

Throughout my career the hallmark of my practice has been that I work with difficult and complex issues. I am currently helping people ranging in age from ten to 80 years old. My strengths are discernment, empathy and responsiveness and my treatment is based on whole life developmental theories and strength focused crisis management. I specialize in treating oppositional, defiant kids and their families, and adults facing overwhelming emotional conflict and relational situations. If you wish, I will work closely with your family physician, psychiatrist, school personnel, minister, or family members.

Hello! As a psychotherapist, I will strive to connect with you, support you, and help you identify and achieve your goals. Therapy can be as simple as learning new tools, or it can be a more complex and deeper process. For example, anxiety and depression can be indicators of deeper wounds or that a person has gone off course in some way. In either case, working with me is a dance between treating problems and building on strengths. Whatever the nature of your therapy, I believe everyone has the power to heal, grow, and reach their full potential emotionally, intellectually and physically.

Do you ever feel like everyone around you has it all figured out while you’re just trying to keep your head above water? Are your thoughts often filled with relentless worry, sometimes even convincing you of things that aren’t true? Maybe it seems like no matter how much you try to forget about ‘it,’ it keeps resurfacing, disrupting your life – making it difficult to trust, feel, focus, dream, or enjoy life. You long for a day where you are free from all of this and want a therapist who truly understands and can help you heal from deep within. I might be that therapist...

“Wholehearted living is about engaging with our lives from a place of worthiness. It means cultivating the courage, compassion, and connection to wake up in the morning and think, ‘No matter what gets done and how much is left undone, I am enough.’” -Brene Brown

I offer an individualized approach to psychotherapy, drawing from over a decade of experience working with depression, anxiety, trauma, emotion dysregulation, and problems in relationships. I've completed advanced training in a variety of evidence-based interventions, such as cognitive-behavioral, dialectical-behavioral, interpersonal, and compassion-focused therapies, as well as training in mind-body and somatic practices, to help meet the diverse needs of my clientele. I have a passion for helping clients develop healthy relationships while pursuing recovery from experiences of trauma, moral injury, and shame.

Welcome! Life can sometimes feel stressful, overwhelming and difficult to manage. No matter if you're experiencing a recent transition, dealing with a life-long struggle, or somewhere in-between, I am here to help. I am passionate about supporting clients while they face challenges and create positive changes in their lives. People often describe me as down to earth, compassionate and easy to talk to. My goal is to provide a comfortable space where you can heal from past hurt, alter thoughts and behaviors, reduce stress, and improve your overall wellbeing.