Family Therapy in Minneapolis, MN

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Alex Spirov
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults (ages 10 to 35), and families supporting them through life's complexities such as family changes, life transitions, and adapting symptoms.
Hi there, I'm Alex! I am a strength-based therapist who prioritizes building a strong relationship with my clients so that you feel welcomed, accepted, and heard. I offer a calm, caring, and supportive setting for clients to ease into therapy and believe that by honoring yourself, your identity, and your unique experiences you will authentically craft a path towards resilience, self-acceptance, and understanding.
I have experience working with children, adolescents, young adults (ages 10 to 35), and families supporting them through life's complexities such as family changes, life transitions, and adapting symptoms.
Hi there, I'm Alex! I am a strength-based therapist who prioritizes building a strong relationship with my clients so that you feel welcomed, accepted, and heard. I offer a calm, caring, and supportive setting for clients to ease into therapy and believe that by honoring yourself, your identity, and your unique experiences you will authentically craft a path towards resilience, self-acceptance, and understanding.
(763) 373-8279 View (763) 373-8279
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Marissa Cerone
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, RYT-200
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
Welcome! I specialize in working with clients between ages 12-40, non-monogamous and polyamorous clients, and people experiencing major life transitions. That includes life events like reconsidering your relationship structure, navigating estrangement or reconnection, welcoming a new family member or saying goodbye, career shifts, and everything in between. It is important to me that you feel anchored in my presence, and that you can also trust me to give it to you straight. We are going to take it sloooow - pausing, reflecting, and being present with the big and small feelings that we unearth in the process.
Welcome! I specialize in working with clients between ages 12-40, non-monogamous and polyamorous clients, and people experiencing major life transitions. That includes life events like reconsidering your relationship structure, navigating estrangement or reconnection, welcoming a new family member or saying goodbye, career shifts, and everything in between. It is important to me that you feel anchored in my presence, and that you can also trust me to give it to you straight. We are going to take it sloooow - pausing, reflecting, and being present with the big and small feelings that we unearth in the process.
(612) 806-0385 View (612) 806-0385
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Rachel Levine
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55408  (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Minnesota, Illinois & Massachusetts) and hold a certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling. I offer clinical services to individuals, couples and families as well as clinical supervision to therapists. My training and who I am is heavily influenced by the LGBTQ+ community and my practice is open and affirming to any identity or relationship however defined. At this time, all sessions are provided via telehealth.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist (Minnesota, Illinois & Massachusetts) and hold a certificate in Alcohol and Drug Counseling. I offer clinical services to individuals, couples and families as well as clinical supervision to therapists. My training and who I am is heavily influenced by the LGBTQ+ community and my practice is open and affirming to any identity or relationship however defined. At this time, all sessions are provided via telehealth.
(651) 314-4248 View (651) 314-4248
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Laura J. Niewald
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55410
I work with tweens; adolescents; individuals; married, partnered, or same gender couples; families and 'dyads' in family systems.
I believe in the power of synergy! Collaborating together on your concerns, increases the potential for change. You are the expert of you and I am a facilitator of change. Together, we will work on an approach for moving through areas in your life where you feel stuck. Anxiety, depression, low self esteem or relationship challenges need a pro-active perspective. Identifying, eradicating and replacing your sources of pain with mindfulness and intentional balance will bring more joy into your life.
I work with tweens; adolescents; individuals; married, partnered, or same gender couples; families and 'dyads' in family systems.
I believe in the power of synergy! Collaborating together on your concerns, increases the potential for change. You are the expert of you and I am a facilitator of change. Together, we will work on an approach for moving through areas in your life where you feel stuck. Anxiety, depression, low self esteem or relationship challenges need a pro-active perspective. Identifying, eradicating and replacing your sources of pain with mindfulness and intentional balance will bring more joy into your life.
(612) 293-0150 View (612) 293-0150
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Rosie Shayna Math
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Hi! My name is Rosie. My pronouns are she/they. In my therapy practice, I work with adolescence, families, and young adults. My focus is working with individuals who have experienced struggles related to anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, attachment disruption, changes in the family system, adjustment to stressors, and the impacts of chronic stress and trauma, as well as identify development.
Hi! My name is Rosie. My pronouns are she/they. In my therapy practice, I work with adolescence, families, and young adults. My focus is working with individuals who have experienced struggles related to anxiety, depression, neurodivergence, learning disabilities, attachment disruption, changes in the family system, adjustment to stressors, and the impacts of chronic stress and trauma, as well as identify development.
(952) 900-4067 View (952) 900-4067
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Melanie Ikola
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55413
I believe that building an authentic relationship with each client is one of the first steps in moving towards peace, hope, and healing. As we seek to understand ourselves and the patterns of distress, conflict, or confusion we fall into, taking space to explore our strengths and connections is an important step in building a foundation for how we want to move through our world. I value creating a non-judgmental space for each individual, couple, or family to identify their goals and work together to reflect and acquire the necessary tools to begin to feel whole.
I believe that building an authentic relationship with each client is one of the first steps in moving towards peace, hope, and healing. As we seek to understand ourselves and the patterns of distress, conflict, or confusion we fall into, taking space to explore our strengths and connections is an important step in building a foundation for how we want to move through our world. I value creating a non-judgmental space for each individual, couple, or family to identify their goals and work together to reflect and acquire the necessary tools to begin to feel whole.
(612) 688-2284 View (612) 688-2284
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Cameron Lee Small
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55431  (Online Only)
Please visit therapyredeemed.wordpress.com/about/ for more info & resources! Have you ever wondered about your adoption story? Has there ever been doubt, fear, anger, pain or confusion when it comes up? What’s it been like for you to process your personal experience of birth family, loss, grief, race, identity, or even those seemingly benign curiosities about your narrative that come up from time to time? For parents, of course you want to help your children as they embark on that path. This can often feel uncertain or overwhelming, with so many subtle nuances that feel way too complicated to handle without appropriate support.
Please visit therapyredeemed.wordpress.com/about/ for more info & resources! Have you ever wondered about your adoption story? Has there ever been doubt, fear, anger, pain or confusion when it comes up? What’s it been like for you to process your personal experience of birth family, loss, grief, race, identity, or even those seemingly benign curiosities about your narrative that come up from time to time? For parents, of course you want to help your children as they embark on that path. This can often feel uncertain or overwhelming, with so many subtle nuances that feel way too complicated to handle without appropriate support.
(952) 333-4688 View (952) 333-4688
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Tessa Anttila
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55413
Hello! What is bringing you to therapy? For many, it's feeling lost, confused, hurt and disconnected from ourselves and the world around us. We can come to feel lost and disconnected because of trauma or stress (either in this lifetime or in your lineage) that hasn’t been digested in our body/mind. It can happen from living in an increasingly lonely and disconnected world. I would like to support you in finding connection and meaning in life so you can experience satisfying relationships with yourself, friends, family and the natural world around you. This is what being alive is about!
Hello! What is bringing you to therapy? For many, it's feeling lost, confused, hurt and disconnected from ourselves and the world around us. We can come to feel lost and disconnected because of trauma or stress (either in this lifetime or in your lineage) that hasn’t been digested in our body/mind. It can happen from living in an increasingly lonely and disconnected world. I would like to support you in finding connection and meaning in life so you can experience satisfying relationships with yourself, friends, family and the natural world around you. This is what being alive is about!
(612) 482-6488 View (612) 482-6488
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Demmie Lorayne Rosenberg
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
I am an Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who works with adults and couples. I received my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and have a certification in marriage and family therapy. I also have a BSN in nursing which I feel has helped me see the impact of the mind and body connection.
I am an Licensed Marriage and Family therapist who works with adults and couples. I received my Masters Degree in Counseling Psychology and have a certification in marriage and family therapy. I also have a BSN in nursing which I feel has helped me see the impact of the mind and body connection.
(612) 712-6569 View (612) 712-6569
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Larry Suess
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55408
You can grow through crisis and challenge! As a psychologist and family therapist I am interested in the family dynamics that have contributed to the issues my clients are facing. I'm especially interested in couples' issues because it's such a challenge to live with someone who inevitably brings up your issues. I'm a seasoned therapist, originally trained as a music therapist, who works with a wide range of issues from personal coaching to parenting, from depression/anxiety to spiritual growth. My view is that every crisis and difficult issue is an opportunity for personal growth.
You can grow through crisis and challenge! As a psychologist and family therapist I am interested in the family dynamics that have contributed to the issues my clients are facing. I'm especially interested in couples' issues because it's such a challenge to live with someone who inevitably brings up your issues. I'm a seasoned therapist, originally trained as a music therapist, who works with a wide range of issues from personal coaching to parenting, from depression/anxiety to spiritual growth. My view is that every crisis and difficult issue is an opportunity for personal growth.
(612) 293-7041 View (612) 293-7041
Dr. Seema Kutty
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55415
I have worked with a wide range of clientele (individual, couple, families) and work to help each member in the family system feel included, heard and contributing towards the healing of the system.
I have experience working with clients who are seeking to find and heal themselves after suffering trauma of any kind. I am certified in trauma focused therapy (Narrative Exposure Therapy) which is neurologically based and proven to help trauma victims. I also have experience working with families in helping them resolve issues both as a result of trauma or substance use.
I have worked with a wide range of clientele (individual, couple, families) and work to help each member in the family system feel included, heard and contributing towards the healing of the system.
I have experience working with clients who are seeking to find and heal themselves after suffering trauma of any kind. I am certified in trauma focused therapy (Narrative Exposure Therapy) which is neurologically based and proven to help trauma victims. I also have experience working with families in helping them resolve issues both as a result of trauma or substance use.
(612) 979-1687 View (612) 979-1687
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Kila Carrier
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LCSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55402  (Online Only)
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, gardening, playing softball and traveling.
Are you someone who deals with excessive worry and can’t seem to find ways to manage it? Do you and your partner often engage in conflict and feel like nothing changes? If so, you have come to the right place and I am glad that you have taken this huge step towards meaningful change. I have been a licensed therapist for 7 years and use a collaborative approach to therapy. I have experience in providing therapy and crisis intervention services to those struggling with a range of mental health struggles and have spent the past four years specializing in treating anxiety in adults and helping couples overcome relationship difficulties.
In my free time, I enjoy spending time with my family and friends, gardening, playing softball and traveling.
Are you someone who deals with excessive worry and can’t seem to find ways to manage it? Do you and your partner often engage in conflict and feel like nothing changes? If so, you have come to the right place and I am glad that you have taken this huge step towards meaningful change. I have been a licensed therapist for 7 years and use a collaborative approach to therapy. I have experience in providing therapy and crisis intervention services to those struggling with a range of mental health struggles and have spent the past four years specializing in treating anxiety in adults and helping couples overcome relationship difficulties.
(651) 394-0993 View (651) 394-0993
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Samona Garcia
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55422  (Online Only)
Since I was a sophomore in high school, I have spent countless hours studying different areas of psychology, (brain, behavior, techniques, theories, research and more!), while also focusing in on specific areas such as Marriage and Family Therapy or Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Do you have unresolved issues? Come speak to me. Let's get through it. I can current see clients in: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont, Washington State and Wisconsin! Some populations that I am familiar with are: teens, children and some adults.
Since I was a sophomore in high school, I have spent countless hours studying different areas of psychology, (brain, behavior, techniques, theories, research and more!), while also focusing in on specific areas such as Marriage and Family Therapy or Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
Do you have unresolved issues? Come speak to me. Let's get through it. I can current see clients in: Florida, Georgia, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, New York, North Carolina, Oregon, South Carolina, Vermont, Washington State and Wisconsin! Some populations that I am familiar with are: teens, children and some adults.
(515) 526-5274 View (515) 526-5274
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Andrea J Steele
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55403  (Online Only)
I am particularly interested in helping people address the following areas: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, stage of life issues, chemical dependency, personality disorders, and issues related to one's family of origin.
Entering therapy is a bold, brave commitment to examining your life as it is and creating the life you choose to live. As a therapist I use a variety of modalities to assist you in reaching your particular goals. Cognitive behavioral therapies are effective for treating a variety of issues and insight-oriented therapies are better suited for other issues. You and I will map the therapy course together, collaboratively. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is extremely important and strive to create a warm, approachable and genuine therapeutic alliance.
I am particularly interested in helping people address the following areas: depression, anxiety, trauma, relationship difficulties, stage of life issues, chemical dependency, personality disorders, and issues related to one's family of origin.
Entering therapy is a bold, brave commitment to examining your life as it is and creating the life you choose to live. As a therapist I use a variety of modalities to assist you in reaching your particular goals. Cognitive behavioral therapies are effective for treating a variety of issues and insight-oriented therapies are better suited for other issues. You and I will map the therapy course together, collaboratively. I believe that the therapeutic relationship is extremely important and strive to create a warm, approachable and genuine therapeutic alliance.
(952) 260-1536 View (952) 260-1536
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Kaylene Zickmund
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55416
Waitlist for new clients
I have experience working with adolescents whose main struggle is social anxiety, and I believe that including the family in a child’s therapy journey is vital to their progress.
Current waitlist for new clients. I offer individual therapy to children, adolescents, families, and adults who are looking to ease symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve relationships and communication, or who simply wish to live a more mindful and connected life. My treatment approach is rooted in the desire to help clients find a deeper understanding of their emotions, patterns of thinking, and other mental processes from a client-centered, strength-based treatment perspective. My goal as a therapist is to encourage each of my clients to develop a deeper awareness to promote positive change in a supportive space.
I have experience working with adolescents whose main struggle is social anxiety, and I believe that including the family in a child’s therapy journey is vital to their progress.
Current waitlist for new clients. I offer individual therapy to children, adolescents, families, and adults who are looking to ease symptoms of anxiety and depression, improve relationships and communication, or who simply wish to live a more mindful and connected life. My treatment approach is rooted in the desire to help clients find a deeper understanding of their emotions, patterns of thinking, and other mental processes from a client-centered, strength-based treatment perspective. My goal as a therapist is to encourage each of my clients to develop a deeper awareness to promote positive change in a supportive space.
(612) 439-2153 View (612) 439-2153
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Lyndsey Fraser
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, CST
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55417
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Sex Therapist, and an International Enneagram Accredited Professional.
Illuminate your path, Awaken your life! Who you are at your core matters and deserves to be seen by the world. I am driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others and to positively impact the world. I actively seek to live a life guided by a sense of purpose and meaning. My goal is to help you do the same with a highly personalized approach that addresses your needs and meets your criteria for personal success. This includes finding and solidifying the essential relationships in your life! I also utilize the Enneagram in my practice as a way to help you have more generosity for yourself and other in your life.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, a Certified Sex Therapist, and an International Enneagram Accredited Professional.
Illuminate your path, Awaken your life! Who you are at your core matters and deserves to be seen by the world. I am driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others and to positively impact the world. I actively seek to live a life guided by a sense of purpose and meaning. My goal is to help you do the same with a highly personalized approach that addresses your needs and meets your criteria for personal success. This includes finding and solidifying the essential relationships in your life! I also utilize the Enneagram in my practice as a way to help you have more generosity for yourself and other in your life.
(651) 433-6342 View (651) 433-6342
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Makai Dorfman
Pre-Licensed Professional, MFT
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55441
Through the use of Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I hope to support you in better accessing your inner resources to live with more freedom and confidence in your life and in your relationships.
Do you find yourself wanting to become free from anxiety, depression, or suffering that is keeping you stuck in life? Do you ever feel disconnected from your loved ones and don’t know how to restore the closeness you once felt? Do you find yourself repeating the same behaviors that keep you feeling bad about yourself? Well, you have come to the right place. Whether you are navigating a stressful time, are seeking to repair connection after a breach of trust, or trying to break habits that keep you down, I am here to help.
Through the use of Internal Family Systems and Emotionally Focused Therapy, I hope to support you in better accessing your inner resources to live with more freedom and confidence in your life and in your relationships.
Do you find yourself wanting to become free from anxiety, depression, or suffering that is keeping you stuck in life? Do you ever feel disconnected from your loved ones and don’t know how to restore the closeness you once felt? Do you find yourself repeating the same behaviors that keep you feeling bad about yourself? Well, you have come to the right place. Whether you are navigating a stressful time, are seeking to repair connection after a breach of trust, or trying to break habits that keep you down, I am here to help.
(651) 378-3838 View (651) 378-3838
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Brooke Keilholtz
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, PhD, LAMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55439
I use aspects of Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.
There are many stressors and situations in life that may cause disconnect from our selves and others. This may lead to feelings of irritability, sadness, stuck-ness, or resentment, as well as less fulfillment in relationships or at work. In my approach, I aim to reestablish or strengthen the connection one has with themself and others. I work to understand your perspective, build awareness and compassion, and increase resources, like coping and communication skills, that assist you in living an intentional and enjoyable life.
I use aspects of Internal Family Systems, Acceptance and Commitment Therapy, and Somatic Experiencing.
There are many stressors and situations in life that may cause disconnect from our selves and others. This may lead to feelings of irritability, sadness, stuck-ness, or resentment, as well as less fulfillment in relationships or at work. In my approach, I aim to reestablish or strengthen the connection one has with themself and others. I work to understand your perspective, build awareness and compassion, and increase resources, like coping and communication skills, that assist you in living an intentional and enjoyable life.
(612) 887-3416 x101 View (612) 887-3416 x101
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David P Gordon
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
Minneapolis, MN 55419
I've been a psychotherapist for over 40 years. What I have found is the most powerfull tool is the relationships I develop with my clients which are often deeply meaningful, based on understanding the depth of the person, often extending to the inclusion of spiritual experience. I am a fully trained marriage and family therapist, and I have graduated from the Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute as a certified Psychoanalyst. The American Psychoanalytic Institute has awarded me the status of a Training and Supervising Analyst, the highest level of certification awarded. I want to help people find their own sense of truth.
I've been a psychotherapist for over 40 years. What I have found is the most powerfull tool is the relationships I develop with my clients which are often deeply meaningful, based on understanding the depth of the person, often extending to the inclusion of spiritual experience. I am a fully trained marriage and family therapist, and I have graduated from the Minnesota Psychoanalytic Institute as a certified Psychoanalyst. The American Psychoanalytic Institute has awarded me the status of a Training and Supervising Analyst, the highest level of certification awarded. I want to help people find their own sense of truth.
(651) 964-0954 View (651) 964-0954
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Anna Goldsmith
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Minneapolis, MN 55414
I am passionate about helping adults & couples navigate mental health concerns and life stressors including family dynamics, trauma, co-parenting, sexual health, intimacy, self-worth, and attachment. I work with couples to build communication skills and bring true intentions to light and with individuals seeking to learn more about their pasts and future.
I am passionate about helping adults & couples navigate mental health concerns and life stressors including family dynamics, trauma, co-parenting, sexual health, intimacy, self-worth, and attachment. I work with couples to build communication skills and bring true intentions to light and with individuals seeking to learn more about their pasts and future.
(612) 712-1889 View (612) 712-1889
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Family Therapy

What do family therapists do?

A family therapist facilitates the process of understanding and improving how a family functions. The therapist will help family members develop empathy for one another. They’ll seek to understand existing patterns, misunderstandings, and conflicts that arise, in order to help the family arrive at a realistic, unified understanding and develop the coping skills they need to build stronger relationships.

How long does therapy for families take to work?

Therapy manifests differently in every family; a common time frame is 12 weekly sessions, but some families may see improvement after just a few weeks. Families should discuss their goals with the therapist at the beginning of the process and periodically revisit those goals to assess their progress together.

How can you encourage a family member to attend family therapy?

You can encourage family members to attend therapy by expressing with both love and concern the challenges you see and explaining how a therapist could help the family navigate those challenges together. An outside perspective can help everyone feel heard, get on the same page, and develop new skills. If family members are still hesitant, it may be helpful to emphasize that family therapy is short-term—it won’t last forever.

Is therapy for families effective?

Family therapy can significantly improve family dynamics and relationships. Research suggests that family therapy can help individuals understand their role in the family, communicate and solve problems together, reduce conflict and draw boundaries when necessary, and develop coping skills for stressors, major life changes, and mental or physical illnesses within the family.