Attachment-based Therapists in North Oaks, MN

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Family Behavioral Healthcare
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Oaks, MN 55127  (Online Only)
I am America's Launch Coach. Today's parents struggle with how much to support and how much to let go of young adult children. Parents are closer to and more invested in the success of their kids than past generations. It's harder for both parents and young adults to let go. Young adults struggle with depression, anxiety, and trying to succeed in school and life in general. COVID-19 and the depressed economy stress families and lead to greater rates of depression and anxiety, and complicate the normal launch process. I work with both parents and young adults, depending upon who is seeking help.
I am America's Launch Coach. Today's parents struggle with how much to support and how much to let go of young adult children. Parents are closer to and more invested in the success of their kids than past generations. It's harder for both parents and young adults to let go. Young adults struggle with depression, anxiety, and trying to succeed in school and life in general. COVID-19 and the depressed economy stress families and lead to greater rates of depression and anxiety, and complicate the normal launch process. I work with both parents and young adults, depending upon who is seeking help.
(651) 968-1260 View (651) 968-1260
Sheila Conlin
Psychologist, MA, LP, LMFT
Verified Verified
North Oaks, MN 55127
I find that it is most helpful to speak on the phone initially when sorting out whether you would be comfortable working with me and to see whether I can be helpful with the issues that you are facing. I have worked as a psychologist and marriage and family therapist for over twenty years. I have experience with a wide range of diagnoses including depression and anxiety. My caseload includes adults, adolescents and children. I see families and couples who are struggling with relationships, mental health problems and adjustment to life's developmental challenges.
I find that it is most helpful to speak on the phone initially when sorting out whether you would be comfortable working with me and to see whether I can be helpful with the issues that you are facing. I have worked as a psychologist and marriage and family therapist for over twenty years. I have experience with a wide range of diagnoses including depression and anxiety. My caseload includes adults, adolescents and children. I see families and couples who are struggling with relationships, mental health problems and adjustment to life's developmental challenges.
(651) 674-3819 View (651) 674-3819
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Jenn John
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Oaks, MN 55127
Entering into (or even the thought of entering into) a therapeutic process takes a lot of ambition and courage. The therapy process is not an easy one, but it can be a highly successful and rewarding one when it lessens your suffering, reduces troubling symptoms, and increases your ability to cope with the stressors of life. These are all outcomes that are best achieved within a nurturing and supportive relationship with a helping professional. It would be my honor to support you in your quest towards health.
Entering into (or even the thought of entering into) a therapeutic process takes a lot of ambition and courage. The therapy process is not an easy one, but it can be a highly successful and rewarding one when it lessens your suffering, reduces troubling symptoms, and increases your ability to cope with the stressors of life. These are all outcomes that are best achieved within a nurturing and supportive relationship with a helping professional. It would be my honor to support you in your quest towards health.
(651) 421-0815 View (651) 421-0815
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Sheena O'Brien
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
North Oaks, MN 55127
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and would like to make changes in your life? Have you been faced with transitions such as relocating, career shift, or relationship struggles? Leaving a partner or community can be painful and isolating. By working together in a supportive environment we can find positive solutions to life's problems. I enjoy providing therapy for clients with anxiety and depression, as well as assisting adults with life transitions such as relationships, career, and relocating. I believe that honesty and a sense of humor create positive relationships.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and would like to make changes in your life? Have you been faced with transitions such as relocating, career shift, or relationship struggles? Leaving a partner or community can be painful and isolating. By working together in a supportive environment we can find positive solutions to life's problems. I enjoy providing therapy for clients with anxiety and depression, as well as assisting adults with life transitions such as relationships, career, and relocating. I believe that honesty and a sense of humor create positive relationships.
(612) 445-4912 View (612) 445-4912
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Todd Berntson
Counselor, MA, LPC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
North Oaks, MN 55127
Is your relationship in trouble? Are you stuck in a repetitive pattern of conflict that never seems to be resolved? Do you feel distant from your partner? Are you considering divorce? When things are not going well in a marriage, it is very common to feel distressed, frustrated, lonely, and hopeless. Communication breaks down, neither partner feels heard or supported, and the relationship becomes a source of pain rather than comfort. If this sounds all too familiar, you are not alone. I have helped many couples transform their troubled marriage into one that is happy, fulfilling, supportive, and fun.
Is your relationship in trouble? Are you stuck in a repetitive pattern of conflict that never seems to be resolved? Do you feel distant from your partner? Are you considering divorce? When things are not going well in a marriage, it is very common to feel distressed, frustrated, lonely, and hopeless. Communication breaks down, neither partner feels heard or supported, and the relationship becomes a source of pain rather than comfort. If this sounds all too familiar, you are not alone. I have helped many couples transform their troubled marriage into one that is happy, fulfilling, supportive, and fun.
(651) 571-9600 View (651) 571-9600
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Dr. Diane Strike
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
North Oaks, MN 55127
Not accepting new clients
Welcome! I found my niche as a therapist when I became aware of the disability rights movement when the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed. From then on my clients have been my best teachers when it comes to developing their disability identity and increasing my disability competence. As an ally I have the privilege of seeing clients with many disabilities, chronic health conditions, and DSM 5 diagnoses. Below are some life work experiences that built this specialty and often my clients tell me it is witnessing personal growth and exploration of disability community and culture that opens the door to our work together.
Welcome! I found my niche as a therapist when I became aware of the disability rights movement when the Americans with Disabilities Act was passed. From then on my clients have been my best teachers when it comes to developing their disability identity and increasing my disability competence. As an ally I have the privilege of seeing clients with many disabilities, chronic health conditions, and DSM 5 diagnoses. Below are some life work experiences that built this specialty and often my clients tell me it is witnessing personal growth and exploration of disability community and culture that opens the door to our work together.
(651) 349-6861 View (651) 349-6861

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Michael M Thomas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shoreview, MN 55126
Whether you've got general marital stress, are dealing with infidelity, high conflict, sense of despair, or have something external creating marital stress, I'm here to help. My role is to help put the pieces back together. Even if your partner won't join you.
Whether you've got general marital stress, are dealing with infidelity, high conflict, sense of despair, or have something external creating marital stress, I'm here to help. My role is to help put the pieces back together. Even if your partner won't join you.
(612) 223-6438 View (612) 223-6438
Photo of Jeffry David Jeanetta-Wark - Center for Integrated Well-Being, Inc., MA, LICSW, Clinical Social Work/Therapist
Center for Integrated Well-Being, Inc.
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MA, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
With over 30 years in holistic psychotherapy, consulting, and education, I craft interventions to meet your goals while honoring your strengths. I lead training for mental health professionals, retreats, and men's groups. The ethos of my Authentic Manhood Programs is that every man can lead a fulfilling life. I provide tools for personal transformation through group work, individual therapy, and experiential learning. My programs develop mature, responsible manhood by focusing on holistic approaches and honoring each man's journey. Regardless of what led you to me, let's navigate blockages and embrace authentic living together.
With over 30 years in holistic psychotherapy, consulting, and education, I craft interventions to meet your goals while honoring your strengths. I lead training for mental health professionals, retreats, and men's groups. The ethos of my Authentic Manhood Programs is that every man can lead a fulfilling life. I provide tools for personal transformation through group work, individual therapy, and experiential learning. My programs develop mature, responsible manhood by focusing on holistic approaches and honoring each man's journey. Regardless of what led you to me, let's navigate blockages and embrace authentic living together.
(651) 401-8241 View (651) 401-8241
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Sarah Wilson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Little Canada, MN 55127
Beginning therapy can be an overwhelming process and finding the right fit with a therapist is key to facilitating change. While I have many “tools in my toolbox” through years of experience and training, I believe the most important piece in the therapeutic relationship is connection and creating a safe space to allow vulnerability to be present. I utilize an attachment and trauma lens in my work, as I believe we learn how to function given the families, relationships and communities in which we grow up.
Beginning therapy can be an overwhelming process and finding the right fit with a therapist is key to facilitating change. While I have many “tools in my toolbox” through years of experience and training, I believe the most important piece in the therapeutic relationship is connection and creating a safe space to allow vulnerability to be present. I utilize an attachment and trauma lens in my work, as I believe we learn how to function given the families, relationships and communities in which we grow up.
(612) 230-1648 View (612) 230-1648
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Diane L Hovey
Marriage & Family Therapist, PhD, LMFT, CPT, CSAT
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Waitlist for new clients
I work as your guide, assisting you in navigating and transforming tragedy, chaos, and challenges into possibility. When life-altering challenges impede your ability to navigate the uncertainties of life, I assist you in addressing the barriers that block your healing. I work with those who have experienced betrayal trauma, those who are struggling with problematic sexual behaviors, and those who are trying to make sense out of the senseless as you reshape and restructure your life. We all need help in moving past anxiety, depression, loss, and making mistakes, that impede our ability to live a healthy life of meaning and purpose.
I work as your guide, assisting you in navigating and transforming tragedy, chaos, and challenges into possibility. When life-altering challenges impede your ability to navigate the uncertainties of life, I assist you in addressing the barriers that block your healing. I work with those who have experienced betrayal trauma, those who are struggling with problematic sexual behaviors, and those who are trying to make sense out of the senseless as you reshape and restructure your life. We all need help in moving past anxiety, depression, loss, and making mistakes, that impede our ability to live a healthy life of meaning and purpose.
(651) 321-2481 View (651) 321-2481
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Charles Richmond
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shoreview, MN 55126
My specialty areas include parenting, couples, adult individuals and adolescents. I help parents to see the mind behind their child's behaviors and empower them to parent through positive connection while maintaining structure. With couples I focus on fostering greater attunement and communication while also empowering each individual to bring the best part of themselves and advocate for what they desire in the relationship. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, low self-esteem, relationships concerns, life transitions, exploring spirituality and family of origin issues. I also see adolescents experiencing the struggles common to that stage of life.
My specialty areas include parenting, couples, adult individuals and adolescents. I help parents to see the mind behind their child's behaviors and empower them to parent through positive connection while maintaining structure. With couples I focus on fostering greater attunement and communication while also empowering each individual to bring the best part of themselves and advocate for what they desire in the relationship. I work with individuals experiencing anxiety, depressed mood, low self-esteem, relationships concerns, life transitions, exploring spirituality and family of origin issues. I also see adolescents experiencing the struggles common to that stage of life.
(612) 260-5605 View (612) 260-5605
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Lucreshia Grant
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Arden Hills, MN 55126  (Online Only)
I'm sure you're tired of feeling lonely in your relationship. Are there times when your partner just doesn't seem to get you? Have you experienced a betrayal that has devastated your connection to the point you don't know if you will make it? Do you long for more connection and overall happiness with your closest relationship?
I'm sure you're tired of feeling lonely in your relationship. Are there times when your partner just doesn't seem to get you? Have you experienced a betrayal that has devastated your connection to the point you don't know if you will make it? Do you long for more connection and overall happiness with your closest relationship?
(651) 427-6698 View (651) 427-6698
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Brittany Kiel
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Roseville, MN 55126
Waitlist for new clients
Being a healthy, balanced individual means you are caring for all parts of yourself: mental health, physical health, relational health, emotional health, etc. All the parts of you matter. Who we are as a person is comprised of everything we have seen, felt, believed, & experienced, as well as what we have taken in from our family's experiences and those around us. It is all part of your individual story and your story matters. I enjoy working with individuals who are striving to gain insight into themselves, their communities, and learn ways to manage and decrease presenting symptoms.
Being a healthy, balanced individual means you are caring for all parts of yourself: mental health, physical health, relational health, emotional health, etc. All the parts of you matter. Who we are as a person is comprised of everything we have seen, felt, believed, & experienced, as well as what we have taken in from our family's experiences and those around us. It is all part of your individual story and your story matters. I enjoy working with individuals who are striving to gain insight into themselves, their communities, and learn ways to manage and decrease presenting symptoms.
(651) 800-1871 View (651) 800-1871
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Hannah Klitzke
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
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...
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...
(651) 371-6300 View (651) 371-6300
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Serendipity Counseling Services, LLC
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW, PMH-C
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55127
Are you expecting a baby and feeling anxious? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed by the huge adjustments? Are you finding it hard to cope with your current situation? Transitioning into parenthood is an enormous adjustment that affects everything around us. Research shows that accessing support early on can help you to explore, process and resolve your concerns, and confidently cope with in your new role so that you can enjoy all the beauty that parenthood has to offer.
Are you expecting a baby and feeling anxious? Are you a new parent feeling overwhelmed by the huge adjustments? Are you finding it hard to cope with your current situation? Transitioning into parenthood is an enormous adjustment that affects everything around us. Research shows that accessing support early on can help you to explore, process and resolve your concerns, and confidently cope with in your new role so that you can enjoy all the beauty that parenthood has to offer.
(651) 504-3700 View (651) 504-3700
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Meredith Mahoney
Psychologist, PsyD, MSEd, PCIT, CKPMT
Verified Verified
Saint Paul, MN 55127
Deciding to begin therapy can be a difficult decision requiring courage and strength. I commend you on taking the first step toward feeling better, self-enlightenment, more satisfying relationships (with ourselves, other adults, or children) and personal growth. Whether you are feeling stuck in life or unsure of the next step, facing conflict or unhappiness within a relationship, experiencing feelings of depression, loneliness, or anxiety, struggling to cope with a past or recent trauma or a painful personal history, therapy can be a rewarding and transformative experience that can help you heal and reclaim control of your life.
Deciding to begin therapy can be a difficult decision requiring courage and strength. I commend you on taking the first step toward feeling better, self-enlightenment, more satisfying relationships (with ourselves, other adults, or children) and personal growth. Whether you are feeling stuck in life or unsure of the next step, facing conflict or unhappiness within a relationship, experiencing feelings of depression, loneliness, or anxiety, struggling to cope with a past or recent trauma or a painful personal history, therapy can be a rewarding and transformative experience that can help you heal and reclaim control of your life.
(646) 791-3277 View (646) 791-3277
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Jordan Lindh, Psy.D. LP
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
Life is a journey with many surprises and unknowns. I believe we all do the best we can to navigate this journey, but sometimes we get stuck along the way. In my work with individuals and couples, I hope to accompany you on this journey, while promoting new ways of being and relating over time. Previous relationships and experiences greatly impact the way we see the world and how we currently relate to others. Our work together will include increasing awareness around how these factors might be impacting your life today, while exploring new and adaptive ways of relating to self and others.
Life is a journey with many surprises and unknowns. I believe we all do the best we can to navigate this journey, but sometimes we get stuck along the way. In my work with individuals and couples, I hope to accompany you on this journey, while promoting new ways of being and relating over time. Previous relationships and experiences greatly impact the way we see the world and how we currently relate to others. Our work together will include increasing awareness around how these factors might be impacting your life today, while exploring new and adaptive ways of relating to self and others.
(651) 395-7415 View (651) 395-7415
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Kelly Ann Pieper
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, IMH-E®
Verified Verified
Roseville, MN 55126
I am an outpatient therapist and clinical supervisor with more than 10 years of experience in providing services to children and families. I have specific specialties in early childhood mental health and permanency/adoption concerns. I am trained in Trauma Informed Child Parent Psychotherapy (TI- CPP) for children under 6 and completed the Permanency and Adoption Competency program through the UMN in early 2015. My approach integrates a broad spectrum of modalities based on the child’s development, age, needs, presenting concerns. I believe strongly in the need to integrate family and work to involve caregivers at every step.
I am an outpatient therapist and clinical supervisor with more than 10 years of experience in providing services to children and families. I have specific specialties in early childhood mental health and permanency/adoption concerns. I am trained in Trauma Informed Child Parent Psychotherapy (TI- CPP) for children under 6 and completed the Permanency and Adoption Competency program through the UMN in early 2015. My approach integrates a broad spectrum of modalities based on the child’s development, age, needs, presenting concerns. I believe strongly in the need to integrate family and work to involve caregivers at every step.
(651) 374-9220 View (651) 374-9220
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Tia Wilcek
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
16 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
Does it seem like everyone around you has it all together while you’re barely keeping your head above water? Does it seem as though your thoughts have been filled with unstoppable worry and maybe they've even begun to tell you lies that you’re beginning to believe. Perhaps it feels that no matter how much you’ve tried to erase ‘it’ from your mind, it keeps coming up and interrupting your life – making it hard to trust, to feel, to focus, to dream, to enjoy life. You wish for a day where you are free from it all and you want a therapist who understands and can help you heal from deep within. I just might be your therapist...
Does it seem like everyone around you has it all together while you’re barely keeping your head above water? Does it seem as though your thoughts have been filled with unstoppable worry and maybe they've even begun to tell you lies that you’re beginning to believe. Perhaps it feels that no matter how much you’ve tried to erase ‘it’ from your mind, it keeps coming up and interrupting your life – making it hard to trust, to feel, to focus, to dream, to enjoy life. You wish for a day where you are free from it all and you want a therapist who understands and can help you heal from deep within. I just might be your therapist...
(612) 260-9771 View (612) 260-9771
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Amanda Vaske
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT, PMH-C, CCTP-II, DBT-C
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Life's a rollercoaster, huh? Whether you're battling self-doubt, caught in the chaos, or doing the social media shuffle, I'm here to bring some good vibes to your journey. Let's chat about it all – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Parenting got you spinning? Overwhelmed by the daily grind? Anxiety knocking? I've got your back. Meet your guide (yep, that's me!). I'm here to bring a bit of sunshine to your days, kick out the blues, and make life's wild ride a bit more enjoyable. Your struggles are real and tackling them together is the way to go. Shoot me a message, I'm here for the support and brighter days.
Life's a rollercoaster, huh? Whether you're battling self-doubt, caught in the chaos, or doing the social media shuffle, I'm here to bring some good vibes to your journey. Let's chat about it all – the ups, the downs, and everything in between. Parenting got you spinning? Overwhelmed by the daily grind? Anxiety knocking? I've got your back. Meet your guide (yep, that's me!). I'm here to bring a bit of sunshine to your days, kick out the blues, and make life's wild ride a bit more enjoyable. Your struggles are real and tackling them together is the way to go. Shoot me a message, I'm here for the support and brighter days.
(651) 309-8049 View (651) 309-8049

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Attachment-based Therapists

Is attachment-based therapy the same as attachment therapy?

Attachment-based therapy may be confused with what is called “attachment therapy” (sometimes called “holding therapy”), a discredited and dangerous approach to treating children with attachment disorders, autism, or other mental health concerns. Attachment therapy—not attachment-based therapy—may involve restraining a child, forcing eye contact, and other coercive or abusive techniques. None of these practices are used in attachment-based therapy and the two modalities are in no way related.

What should I expect from attachment-based therapy?

Attachment-based therapy is based on attachment theory, which posits that children’s early relationships with their caregivers strongly influence their ability to navigate the world later in life. Thus, adults who seek attachment-based therapy should expect to deeply explore their childhood, identifying the dynamics or experiences that disrupted their attachment and the steps necessary to overcome challenges that arose as a result. Parents and children should expect to explore the possible factors that disrupted the parent-child relationship and work toward restoring trust and connection.

How long does attachment-based therapy last?

Certain forms of attachment-based therapy, especially those designed for parents and children, last for a set number of sessions; for example, Attachment and Biobehavioral Catch-Up, a specific attachment-based approach for young children who have undergone early adversity, unfolds over 10 one-hour sessions. When attachment-based therapy is practiced on adults or combined with other modalities, it may not last a specific length of time; clients may wish to ask prospective therapists how long they expect treatment to take.

Does attachment-based therapy work?

Most of the research on attachment-based therapy focuses on children and adolescents. Some of this research shows a positive effect, especially for attachment-based family therapy (ABFT). Other studies, however, have found that attachment-based therapy is no more effective than other approaches to childhood depression, anxiety, or suicidality. Less is known about the therapy’s efficacy on adult populations.