In Person Therapists in Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN
Native American Community Clinic
Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Services are available in person at our clinic as well as by telehealth and we accept all major insurance plans.
The Native American Community Clinic (NACC) provides services to the Native American community as well as anyone who feels they would benefit from healthcare informed by Indigenous values. We offer both psychotherapy and traditional healing/spiritual care services. We provide help for a variety of challenges, including mood disorders, grief, anxiety, and chemical health concerns. We also have a specialty in evidence-based treatments for trauma and PTSD.
Services are available in person at our clinic as well as by telehealth and we accept all major insurance plans.
The Native American Community Clinic (NACC) provides services to the Native American community as well as anyone who feels they would benefit from healthcare informed by Indigenous values. We offer both psychotherapy and traditional healing/spiritual care services. We provide help for a variety of challenges, including mood disorders, grief, anxiety, and chemical health concerns. We also have a specialty in evidence-based treatments for trauma and PTSD.
Susan Medo ~ Caspersen Therapy
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
As a therapist, my approach is to provide support, practical feedback, and guidance toward resolution of current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for you. We work together toward management and solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.
As a therapist, my approach is to provide support, practical feedback, and guidance toward resolution of current problems and long-standing patterns. With sensitivity and compassion, I draw on a variety of styles and techniques to incorporate what will be most helpful for you. We work together toward management and solutions to a wide range of life challenges and psychological issues.
My experience is working in the area of mood disorders, depression, anxiety, self-harm, PTSD, adoption support, family dynamics and communication, & college issues offering solution focused techniques to bring about positive change and healing. As an attachment theorist I value practical, experiential discovery of the things that hold people back from optimal functioning in life. I seek to join with people by being creative in the work we do together to meet clients where they are at using the talents and strengths he or she has to create successful steps forward.
My experience is working in the area of mood disorders, depression, anxiety, self-harm, PTSD, adoption support, family dynamics and communication, & college issues offering solution focused techniques to bring about positive change and healing. As an attachment theorist I value practical, experiential discovery of the things that hold people back from optimal functioning in life. I seek to join with people by being creative in the work we do together to meet clients where they are at using the talents and strengths he or she has to create successful steps forward.
Jay Hunter
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
It's our reality that human beings struggle at times along the road of life. I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples and families get over and through these life obstacles. I have been honored and amazed to witness people conquer fears, addictions and harmful experiences that have left them tired and gasping on that road, and once again pick themselves up and journey onwards.
It's our reality that human beings struggle at times along the road of life. I have had the opportunity to work with individuals, couples and families get over and through these life obstacles. I have been honored and amazed to witness people conquer fears, addictions and harmful experiences that have left them tired and gasping on that road, and once again pick themselves up and journey onwards.
Kelsey Sorensen
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
I am passionate about supporting women as they navigate the perinatal period - pregnancy, birth and postpartum. This is a period of transformation, where we may experience changes emotionally, physically, interpersonally, and in identity. The experience surrounding pregnancy and birth, especially when one or both don’t go as planned, can increase feelings of distress, isolation, and overwhelm - adding challenge to an already intense life transition. We tend to have a lot of judgements about how we "should" feel during this time, and it can be quite upsetting when that doesn't match our experience.
I am passionate about supporting women as they navigate the perinatal period - pregnancy, birth and postpartum. This is a period of transformation, where we may experience changes emotionally, physically, interpersonally, and in identity. The experience surrounding pregnancy and birth, especially when one or both don’t go as planned, can increase feelings of distress, isolation, and overwhelm - adding challenge to an already intense life transition. We tend to have a lot of judgements about how we "should" feel during this time, and it can be quite upsetting when that doesn't match our experience.
I have been in private practice since 1991 and have previously worked in medical, rehabilitation, college counseling, and community mental health settings.
I know that asking for help is not easy. Trusting someone you don't know with very personal information requires a leap of faith. Understandably, you may want to know what to expect, should you decide to work with me.
Initially, I will work to identify the particular issues that you want to address and then collaborate with you to develop goals and strategies. Throughout the process, I will listen carefully, drawing out particular material for discussion and presenting new information to help you see yourself and your choices with a new perspective. I will suggest possible courses of action, recognizing that only you can decide whether to follow any suggestions that come from the counseling process.
I have been in private practice since 1991 and have previously worked in medical, rehabilitation, college counseling, and community mental health settings.
I know that asking for help is not easy. Trusting someone you don't know with very personal information requires a leap of faith. Understandably, you may want to know what to expect, should you decide to work with me.
Initially, I will work to identify the particular issues that you want to address and then collaborate with you to develop goals and strategies. Throughout the process, I will listen carefully, drawing out particular material for discussion and presenting new information to help you see yourself and your choices with a new perspective. I will suggest possible courses of action, recognizing that only you can decide whether to follow any suggestions that come from the counseling process.
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders are my area of specialty. I offer one-on-one therapy, family therapy, parenting therapy, and a group therapy called Living with Schizophrenia. The social services many clients benefit from (social workers, psychiatrists, etc.) are often difficult to find, and I collaborate with families, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and others to help you figure out what you need and how to get it. I also provide support for the emotional costs of the illness and help clients learn skills to manage their symptoms. Sessions are usually fully covered by insurance.
Schizophrenia and schizoaffective disorders are my area of specialty. I offer one-on-one therapy, family therapy, parenting therapy, and a group therapy called Living with Schizophrenia. The social services many clients benefit from (social workers, psychiatrists, etc.) are often difficult to find, and I collaborate with families, psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, and others to help you figure out what you need and how to get it. I also provide support for the emotional costs of the illness and help clients learn skills to manage their symptoms. Sessions are usually fully covered by insurance.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 20+ years. When people ask why I do the work I do, I usually respond, "because people are always interesting." I enjoy the process of getting to know someone's story and helping them to work towards understanding and change.
I have been working in the field of psychology for 20+ years. When people ask why I do the work I do, I usually respond, "because people are always interesting." I enjoy the process of getting to know someone's story and helping them to work towards understanding and change.
Heteroflexible Therapy, Ltd
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Are most days a struggle? Heteroflexible Therapy is there to help. Whether you struggle with relationships, addictions, dealing with the loss of a loved one, or past issues of abuse we will work together to meet your personal goals. The practice offers a warm and accepting environment for individuals and couples. Connie Studer, M.A., LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is skilled at recognizing the most effective therapy approach to help you find more satisfaction and joy in life. An open and affirming practice for straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender individuals.
Are most days a struggle? Heteroflexible Therapy is there to help. Whether you struggle with relationships, addictions, dealing with the loss of a loved one, or past issues of abuse we will work together to meet your personal goals. The practice offers a warm and accepting environment for individuals and couples. Connie Studer, M.A., LMFT, Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, is skilled at recognizing the most effective therapy approach to help you find more satisfaction and joy in life. An open and affirming practice for straight, lesbian, gay, bisexual, queer, and transgender individuals.
My overall philosophy as a counseling psychologist is that although therapy can be hard work, it should also be easy to get into, easy to get out of, and easy to return to when needed. I am a generalist with a focus on working with women, LGBTQ individuals and couples, developing professionals, and clinicians. My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, and I incorporate a variety of treatment methods as appropriate, including process-experiential, narrative, and solution-focused strategies. I strive to create an environment where people feel supported and challenged to explore fears, discover strengths, and achieve goals.
My overall philosophy as a counseling psychologist is that although therapy can be hard work, it should also be easy to get into, easy to get out of, and easy to return to when needed. I am a generalist with a focus on working with women, LGBTQ individuals and couples, developing professionals, and clinicians. My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative, and I incorporate a variety of treatment methods as appropriate, including process-experiential, narrative, and solution-focused strategies. I strive to create an environment where people feel supported and challenged to explore fears, discover strengths, and achieve goals.
Kevin McCarthy | Somatic Experiencing Practitioner
SEP, CAR
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
I am a trauma-informed bodyworker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner offering a body-centered approach for the healing of trauma and chronic pain. Traditional therapy approaches often have difficulty addressing the bodily effects of trauma, anxiety and depression. Habits and patterns that get "stuck" in the body can keep these types of issues from resolving, even after many years of successful therapy. As an adjunct to traditional therapy, my body-centered approach to Somatic Experiencing provides a unique opportunity to support the physical integration of mental and emotional change that help people recovering from trauma to truly FEEL better.
I am a trauma-informed bodyworker and Somatic Experiencing Practitioner offering a body-centered approach for the healing of trauma and chronic pain. Traditional therapy approaches often have difficulty addressing the bodily effects of trauma, anxiety and depression. Habits and patterns that get "stuck" in the body can keep these types of issues from resolving, even after many years of successful therapy. As an adjunct to traditional therapy, my body-centered approach to Somatic Experiencing provides a unique opportunity to support the physical integration of mental and emotional change that help people recovering from trauma to truly FEEL better.
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Dr. Jackie Braughton
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
I work with highly intelligent, capable individuals and couples who feel frustrated and defeated, having spent months, and often years, stuck in a cycle they can’t seem to shake on their own. I help people get unstuck and take back their lives through identifying new insights and creating new ways of coping and interacting with others in their lives.
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Heather Barrett
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, LADC
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
As a therapist, my mission is to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can explore the issues that have brought them to therapy, ultimately fostering personal growth and healing. My therapeutic philosophy is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for change and growth. I view my role as a facilitator, helping clients navigate their inner world and harness their empowerment. Empathy, respect, and authenticity are the cornerstones of my practice. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, fostering trust and collaboration. I look forward to meeting you!
As a therapist, my mission is to provide a supportive and non-judgmental space where clients can explore the issues that have brought them to therapy, ultimately fostering personal growth and healing. My therapeutic philosophy is grounded in the belief that every person has the capacity for change and growth. I view my role as a facilitator, helping clients navigate their inner world and harness their empowerment. Empathy, respect, and authenticity are the cornerstones of my practice. I strive to build a strong therapeutic relationship with my clients, fostering trust and collaboration. I look forward to meeting you!
Brianna M Pezon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, MAOL
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
I hope you’ve had your coffee today because I’m a ball of sunshine, and very excited to meet you! Congratulations on taking the first step in healing! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works primarily with adult populations. You’ll find that I’m high-spirited and approach care through an empathetic, compassionate, and neurodivergent-affirming lens. I enjoy working with the uniquities of the world – quirky oddballs who march to the beat of their own drum and connect well with others who do the same. Being an oddball my entire life, I understand what living in the shadows feels like!
I hope you’ve had your coffee today because I’m a ball of sunshine, and very excited to meet you! Congratulations on taking the first step in healing! I am a Licensed Clinical Social Worker (LICSW) who works primarily with adult populations. You’ll find that I’m high-spirited and approach care through an empathetic, compassionate, and neurodivergent-affirming lens. I enjoy working with the uniquities of the world – quirky oddballs who march to the beat of their own drum and connect well with others who do the same. Being an oddball my entire life, I understand what living in the shadows feels like!
Allison Bjork
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Waitlist for new clients
Allison provides individual therapy to clients ages 18+ and is patient, straightforward and kind. Allison is an experienced clinician working with trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, OCD, cultural issues and stress from navigating life’s challenges. She uses humor and a relaxed approach to help clients feel safe while addressing difficult topics. Allison emphasizes client autonomy and safety in every session, guiding clients to better understand themselves and their relationship with the world around them. She uses a combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoeducation and more.
Allison provides individual therapy to clients ages 18+ and is patient, straightforward and kind. Allison is an experienced clinician working with trauma, mood disorders, relationship issues, OCD, cultural issues and stress from navigating life’s challenges. She uses humor and a relaxed approach to help clients feel safe while addressing difficult topics. Allison emphasizes client autonomy and safety in every session, guiding clients to better understand themselves and their relationship with the world around them. She uses a combination of CBT, DBT, Motivational Interviewing, Psychoeducation and more.
Sam Gardow
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Clients often come to me seeking a queer therapist who isn't afraid to truly sit in the hard feelings and approach themes related to trauma, identity, and relationships. Sessions with me are grounded the values of humility, genuineness, depth, humor, curiosity, and relationship. Together we can explore how the past shows up in your present, truly feel and sit with hard emotions, and deepen your understanding of yourself, your relationships, and your inner world.
Clients often come to me seeking a queer therapist who isn't afraid to truly sit in the hard feelings and approach themes related to trauma, identity, and relationships. Sessions with me are grounded the values of humility, genuineness, depth, humor, curiosity, and relationship. Together we can explore how the past shows up in your present, truly feel and sit with hard emotions, and deepen your understanding of yourself, your relationships, and your inner world.
Martha McDermott
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
Immediate Openings- As a therapist, I work with my clients to build a relationship where we can encounter pain with compassion rather than judgment and shame. I work with people experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns, anxiety and mood disorders, relationship issues, life transitions (e.g., changes with work, retirement, onset of disability). I enjoy working with young adults navigating life transitions including college, employment, and identity development. I also work with people navigating concerns related to stress and burnout. I am passionate about providing LGTBQ+ affirming therapy.
Immediate Openings- As a therapist, I work with my clients to build a relationship where we can encounter pain with compassion rather than judgment and shame. I work with people experiencing co-occurring mental health and substance use concerns, anxiety and mood disorders, relationship issues, life transitions (e.g., changes with work, retirement, onset of disability). I enjoy working with young adults navigating life transitions including college, employment, and identity development. I also work with people navigating concerns related to stress and burnout. I am passionate about providing LGTBQ+ affirming therapy.
Alicia Ogard
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA, MHP
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, adjustment-related issues, trauma-related disorders, and those on the autism spectrum. I welcome all races, ethnicities, and cultures as I honor your identity and its strengths throughout therapy. I believe it is an honor and a privilege to walk alongside those in their journey of finding healing. I view therapy as a collaborative approach as the therapeutic process is a relational endeavor and could be the first place you have felt truly seen and heard.
I work with adolescents and adults who struggle with depression, anxiety, adjustment-related issues, trauma-related disorders, and those on the autism spectrum. I welcome all races, ethnicities, and cultures as I honor your identity and its strengths throughout therapy. I believe it is an honor and a privilege to walk alongside those in their journey of finding healing. I view therapy as a collaborative approach as the therapeutic process is a relational endeavor and could be the first place you have felt truly seen and heard.
Alex Montes
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, SEP
Verified Verified
Ventura Village, Minneapolis, MN 55404
You are wanting to know what it's like to trust yourself and others more, have satisfying, loving and reciprocal relationships. You are wanting to care for hurts, trauma, generational trauma/patterns, and feel like you are in your body in a safe way. That you have more awareness of your fight/flight/freeze patterns. You want to feel connected, explore and feel grounded in your racial, cultural identity and queerness with someone who understands social/historical oppression and ancestral resilience. You want to repair your relationship with food and your body. You want to find wholeness and aliveness in the here and now.
You are wanting to know what it's like to trust yourself and others more, have satisfying, loving and reciprocal relationships. You are wanting to care for hurts, trauma, generational trauma/patterns, and feel like you are in your body in a safe way. That you have more awareness of your fight/flight/freeze patterns. You want to feel connected, explore and feel grounded in your racial, cultural identity and queerness with someone who understands social/historical oppression and ancestral resilience. You want to repair your relationship with food and your body. You want to find wholeness and aliveness in the here and now.
