Infertility Therapists in Minneapolis, MN

Trauma, chronic illness(es), and eating disorders are intense, unique experiences that can change the way we think, respond, and prepare for day-to-day activities. It can also change the way our body functions on a basic level. My goal is to provide a comfortable environment where everyone can explore traumas, create coping skills, and gain self-confidence. It is within a safe, comforting environment that people have the potential to create meaningful change in their lives.

We can often find ourselves struggling to feel understood by each other. I meet with adult individuals or couples seeking help and encouragement as they navigate their relationships. Issues around communicating needs, conflict in their partnership, parenting, intercultural relationships, dynamics within family of origin or in-laws, work/life balance and couples that identify as LGBTQIA+ are all areas I'm familiar working with. I invite clients to create and practice new tools to better understand one another and emerge out bickering and into a collaboration.

My approach is gentle and eclectic, person-centered and collaborative. You are the expert of yourself and sometimes it's helpful to have someone to listen to understand. I like to provide validation, exploration, and support. First timers to therapy and those taking the leap to try out therapy again seem to appreciate my style. Whether you are rediscovering yourself, going through a stressful time, wanting to process trauma, etc., I'll be here alongside you. I consider the family system, childhood/caregiver attachment, parenting styles, generational trauma, systemic racism, larger society, etc. and all these impacts.

Looking for someone to challenge, coach, and encourage you through a hard time or life changes? Life can feel overwhelming and busy, but it's important that you take care of yourself. I will help you regain control, build trust in yourself, and support you make changes that you want. Through an open, authentic, and direct relationship, I will help you make changes that make your life not just good, but better! I will encourage you to explore what you want and help you achieve those goals. I also offer tele-health sessions so you don't need to leave the comfort of your home or office!

People who see me for individual therapy are usually facing turmoil either due to current stressors or past issues that keep surfacing and prevent them from moving forward in their lives. Often, people tell me that they feel "stuck" and need direction/guidance. By working with me they identify their inner strengths and capabilities; they feel confident in themselves to take on challenges that come their way. In therapy we identify things that should change because what clients are doing currently is not helping. I problem solve and discuss ways to make their present meaningful. My strength based approach resonates with clients.

Are you unhappy in your relationship or marriage? Considering separation? Struggling with dating, communication or setting boundaries? Feeling anxious, stressed or overwhelmed? I am dedicated to helping individuals who seek assistance and support in improving or eliminating toxic relationships, want to invest in personal growth and development, heal from painful memories, trauma and attachment wounds, improve skills in decreasing anxiety and perfectionism, and learn to cope with stress and difficult transitions more effectivelly. I provide a safe environment to foster insight and grounded decision making and help you achieve change.

Some people enter therapy with a specific problem they want to solve. Others are interested in achieving a broader goal such as psychological growth and understanding. I am happy to help you define and work towards a goal which best meets your needs. My specialties include stress and anxiety, depression, relationship and communication problems (eg. assertiveness, , intimacy issues, anger management) and self-esteem issues. In my work I draw from my training in cognitive-behavior therapy, family systems approaches, Ericksonian hypnosis, Buddhist psychology and mindfulness meditation, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.

Christina enjoys working with individuals, couples and families helping support them in making changes they want to make. She has her B.A. in Sociology and Diversity Studies from SCSU and her M.S. in MHC from Walden University. She is an LPCC, Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor in the State of MN. Christina has worked 10 years in clinical counseling. She has 24 additional years working with children, and families with services that are person-centered, strength-based and therapeutic. She has worked in foster and long-term residential based programs, as well as crisis, substance abuse treatment, vocational and education areas.

Welcome to Affiliated Counseling Center! We are here to help you and your loved ones with whatever is holding you back or making you feel "stuck" in life, with mood issues such as anxiety and depression, life changes, grief and bereavement, relationship issues, personal growth and many other life issues. We have a talented team of therapists who specialize in a variety of areas and tailor their approach to each client's individual needs and situation. We offer testing and assessment services as well to children, adolescents and adults. We look forward to working with you! We offer in person and virtual sessions.