Intervention Therapists in Moorhead, MN

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Lisa J Keller
Psychologist, PsyD, LP, MN, LPCC, ND
Verified Verified
Moorhead, MN 56560
I am a Licensed Psychologist (LP) in Minnesota and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in North Dakota. I have two locations - one in Moorhead, MN and the other in Fargo, ND. My education and professional background are quite diverse and include knowledge, skills, and experience in the areas of medicine, education, counseling, psychological interventions and testing/evaluations. I specialize in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders and personality disorders. Disclaimer: I am able to provide psychological testing w/ supervision in ND and w/out in MN. I will begin accepting direct pay clients
I am a Licensed Psychologist (LP) in Minnesota and a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) in North Dakota. I have two locations - one in Moorhead, MN and the other in Fargo, ND. My education and professional background are quite diverse and include knowledge, skills, and experience in the areas of medicine, education, counseling, psychological interventions and testing/evaluations. I specialize in anxiety disorders, mood disorders, obsessive compulsive disorders and personality disorders. Disclaimer: I am able to provide psychological testing w/ supervision in ND and w/out in MN. I will begin accepting direct pay clients
(218) 366-8572 View (218) 366-8572
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Life and Light Psychotherapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Moorhead, MN 56560
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
(952) 260-4563 View (952) 260-4563

Online Therapists

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Judith Ann Malmskog
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Akeley, MN 56433
Welcome! My name is Judy and I bring a multi-disciplined background to my role as therapist. I have background in criminal justice, child protection, family law, chemical dependency, child custody. I have foundational knowledge in working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma in their lifetime. I enjoy working with individuals ages 5 to 105 from all walks of life! I feel that YOU are the expert, and I am here to guide you in your journey to develop a better understanding of your soul purpose, ease guilt, shame or whatever may be currently blocking your joy. I enjoy working with couples and family's!
Welcome! My name is Judy and I bring a multi-disciplined background to my role as therapist. I have background in criminal justice, child protection, family law, chemical dependency, child custody. I have foundational knowledge in working with individuals and families who have experienced trauma in their lifetime. I enjoy working with individuals ages 5 to 105 from all walks of life! I feel that YOU are the expert, and I am here to guide you in your journey to develop a better understanding of your soul purpose, ease guilt, shame or whatever may be currently blocking your joy. I enjoy working with couples and family's!
(218) 255-9657 View (218) 255-9657
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Melissa Gedrose
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Fergus Falls, MN 56537
My name is Melissa Gedrose. I work with children, individuals, groups, couples, adults and the elderly population. I have a lot of experience working with domestic violence, trauma, sexual assault, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustment issues, etc. My goal is to meet clients where they are at and assist them in improving the quality of their life one step at a time.
My name is Melissa Gedrose. I work with children, individuals, groups, couples, adults and the elderly population. I have a lot of experience working with domestic violence, trauma, sexual assault, anxiety, depression, relationship issues, adjustment issues, etc. My goal is to meet clients where they are at and assist them in improving the quality of their life one step at a time.
(218) 321-6589 View (218) 321-6589
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Whistling Pines Counseling PLLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Thief River Falls, MN 56701
I have a passion for what I do and enjoy working with clients of all ages and a variety of diagnosis and challenges. I am passionate about working with families, children and women with various challenges, as well as men who are struggling with anger, depression, identity, low self esteem, and anxiety. Whistling Pines Counseling's motto and goal is 'Working towards a better you'
I have a passion for what I do and enjoy working with clients of all ages and a variety of diagnosis and challenges. I am passionate about working with families, children and women with various challenges, as well as men who are struggling with anger, depression, identity, low self esteem, and anxiety. Whistling Pines Counseling's motto and goal is 'Working towards a better you'
(218) 752-5984 View (218) 752-5984

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Intervention Therapists

How does an intervention work?

An intervention is a planned, structured meeting in which a person’s family or friends voice concerns about the person’s behavior and its consequences; the goal is for the person to accept treatment. In this meeting, the person’s loved ones (often with the guidance of a trained interventionist) share how the person’s behavior has harmed them and the consequences if the person refuses treatment. They collectively ask the person to accept a proposed treatment plan.

How effective are interventions?

There isn’t extensive research on the efficacy of interventions, in part because success is difficult to measure. Individuals often enter addiction treatment after an intervention, for example, but treatment itself may not work, especially if the person only begins due to external pressure from others rather than due to internal motivation to change. However, if all other attempts at helping someone have failed, an intervention may be worth exploring.

What are the limitations of interventions?

While a friend or family member’s intentions are in the right place in wanting to help a loved one through an intervention, there are significant limitations to the approach. The surprising nature of the event can make the person feel ambushed or judged. They may feel embarrassed or ashamed as a result, and relationships may be strained or broken. This can make it difficult for the individual to be receptive to the concerns of their loved ones and the interventionist.

Are there alternatives to interventions?

Rather than confronting a loved one through an intervention, an effective and less pressured approach is to create space for a caring, open, one-on-one conversation. This works best if the loved one asks open-ended questions, listens attentively to the answers, and frames their observations and statements with concern rather than judgment. More than one conversation may be needed, but change can take root over time.