Female Therapists in North Oaks, MN
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.
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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.
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Life on Purpose Counseling & Neurofeedback
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW, CPRP
Verified Verified
North Oaks, MN 55127
Are you on autopilot and simply going through the motions? Are you tired of just surviving life? What would happen if you lived your life on purpose and intentionally created a life that you love? It would be my pleasure to help you create the life you have imagined! I provide a unique blend of counseling and neurofeedback custom-tailored for you to get you where you want to be.
Are you on autopilot and simply going through the motions? Are you tired of just surviving life? What would happen if you lived your life on purpose and intentionally created a life that you love? It would be my pleasure to help you create the life you have imagined! I provide a unique blend of counseling and neurofeedback custom-tailored for you to get you where you want to be.
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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.
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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.
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Rachael Ann Gusaas
Marriage & Family Therapist, MDiv, LMFT
Verified Verified
Shoreview, MN 55126 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Ordained Minister with over 20 years of combined experience as a Pastor and Therapist working with individuals, couples and families as they navigate life's challenges. I work with couples, adults, and teens dealing with complex grief, life transitions, caretaker fatigue, boundaries, trauma and abuse, and spiritual issues. I employ a holistic approach and systemic perspective to therapy, believing people are made up of many parts – body, mind and spirit, existing in complex relationship systems. I am a member of AAMFT and MAMFT.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and Ordained Minister with over 20 years of combined experience as a Pastor and Therapist working with individuals, couples and families as they navigate life's challenges. I work with couples, adults, and teens dealing with complex grief, life transitions, caretaker fatigue, boundaries, trauma and abuse, and spiritual issues. I employ a holistic approach and systemic perspective to therapy, believing people are made up of many parts – body, mind and spirit, existing in complex relationship systems. I am a member of AAMFT and MAMFT.
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Emily Christensen
Pre-Licensed Professional, LGSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
Are you wishing for a change in your life but not sure what to do or where to start? We will work together to identify the root causes of your concerns and develop creative solutions to manifest a future that aligns with your values. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can freely express yourself, explore your thoughts and emotions, and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or life transitions, I am here to support and guide you towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
Are you wishing for a change in your life but not sure what to do or where to start? We will work together to identify the root causes of your concerns and develop creative solutions to manifest a future that aligns with your values. My goal is to create a safe and welcoming space where you can freely express yourself, explore your thoughts and emotions, and embark on a journey of self-discovery. Whether you're struggling with anxiety, depression, relationship issues, trauma, or life transitions, I am here to support and guide you towards a more fulfilling and balanced life.
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I am a Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a licensed Dietician, in private practice, who specializes in the treatment of Eating Disorders. Since 1984, I have served a clientele of children 12 and over, teens, athletes, adults, and couples. I provide clients suffering from Eating Disorders both therapy and nutritional restoration.
I am a Marriage and Family Therapist as well as a licensed Dietician, in private practice, who specializes in the treatment of Eating Disorders. Since 1984, I have served a clientele of children 12 and over, teens, athletes, adults, and couples. I provide clients suffering from Eating Disorders both therapy and nutritional restoration.
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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.
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Lucreshia Grant
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden Hills, MN 55126 (Online Only)
Are you 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?
Are you 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?
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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.
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Kris Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
I believe that peace on earth starts with peace in the home. I'm able to help adults, couples, and families find this peace by using healthy communication techniques, recognize their emotions and heal from past pain. This helps clients foster deeper connections in their relationships and within themselves. I work with couples needing support with communication, conflict resolution and gaining trust. I help parents establish loving limits with their children to help them learn while also maintaining connection. I can help clients cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and postpartum.
I believe that peace on earth starts with peace in the home. I'm able to help adults, couples, and families find this peace by using healthy communication techniques, recognize their emotions and heal from past pain. This helps clients foster deeper connections in their relationships and within themselves. I work with couples needing support with communication, conflict resolution and gaining trust. I help parents establish loving limits with their children to help them learn while also maintaining connection. I can help clients cope with anxiety, depression, trauma, and postpartum.
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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.
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Lauren Fullerton
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
Hello! I am committed to offering an understanding, safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. I believe that you know yourself best and I empower you to find your voice and create changes to overcome obstacles. I work with you to navigate the roads of change and to find a life that is fulfilling to you. I believe that awareness is essential, and together we will look at recurring patterns of thoughts and behaviors in your life. I incorporate mindfulness based skills to create a more powerful connection between your mind and body. I believe that with this knowledge about yourself, you can find inner peace and self-acceptance.
Hello! I am committed to offering an understanding, safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. I believe that you know yourself best and I empower you to find your voice and create changes to overcome obstacles. I work with you to navigate the roads of change and to find a life that is fulfilling to you. I believe that awareness is essential, and together we will look at recurring patterns of thoughts and behaviors in your life. I incorporate mindfulness based skills to create a more powerful connection between your mind and body. I believe that with this knowledge about yourself, you can find inner peace and self-acceptance.
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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.
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Allison Cross
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55126
Have you had repeated difficulties in relationships that leave you feeling as if you are forever stuck? Do you find yourself wanting to make changes but being unable to make these changes happen? Are you feeling confused or uncertain about yourself or the future and need someone to talk to? These are all excellent reasons to seek therapy. I work specifically with people who struggle in relationships, have histories of trauma or have issues with self-worth, anxiety or depression.
Have you had repeated difficulties in relationships that leave you feeling as if you are forever stuck? Do you find yourself wanting to make changes but being unable to make these changes happen? Are you feeling confused or uncertain about yourself or the future and need someone to talk to? These are all excellent reasons to seek therapy. I work specifically with people who struggle in relationships, have histories of trauma or have issues with self-worth, anxiety or depression.
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Melanie Cleveland
MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Arden Hills, MN 55126
Waitlist for new clients
Facing hardships is something we all have in common. How each of us experience those hardships varies based on who we are, where we come from, what expectations we may have had, and what information we had at the time. Sometimes the hardship was not feeling safe growing up, for example not feeling like you could be yourself or being bullied. A hardship could also be a medical diagnosis, a car accident, being the victim or witness to a crime, a phobia, losing a loved one...and the list goes on. If you are ready to face what hardships you have experienced and how it’s impacted you, I would be honored to help you in this journey.
Facing hardships is something we all have in common. How each of us experience those hardships varies based on who we are, where we come from, what expectations we may have had, and what information we had at the time. Sometimes the hardship was not feeling safe growing up, for example not feeling like you could be yourself or being bullied. A hardship could also be a medical diagnosis, a car accident, being the victim or witness to a crime, a phobia, losing a loved one...and the list goes on. If you are ready to face what hardships you have experienced and how it’s impacted you, I would be honored to help you in this journey.
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Missy Parsons-Stadler
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC, LADC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Saint Paul, MN 55127 (Online Only)
If you've been affected by addiction, emotionally distant parents, or just find yourself struggling in life... I offer a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your struggles and find ways to change dysfunctional relational patterns. If you are ready to start the journey of understanding, acceptance, and work toward change where it's needed...I will hold space for you and start where you are at, with no judgment. My specialty is working with relational change, addictive patterns, and adult women with ADHD or those suspect they might. However, I also enjoy working with anyone in life transition or who are "feeling stuck".
If you've been affected by addiction, emotionally distant parents, or just find yourself struggling in life... I offer a safe and compassionate space for you to explore your struggles and find ways to change dysfunctional relational patterns. If you are ready to start the journey of understanding, acceptance, and work toward change where it's needed...I will hold space for you and start where you are at, with no judgment. My specialty is working with relational change, addictive patterns, and adult women with ADHD or those suspect they might. However, I also enjoy working with anyone in life transition or who are "feeling stuck".
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I work with adolescents and adults as a collaborative, supportive partner to improve mental health and overall wellbeing. My therapeutic approaches integrate cognitive, behavioral, and insight-focused strategies. This warm and personal style helps clients work through ingrained and unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I have a mindful and holistic perspective, and emphasize integrating mind, body, and spirit in healing. I address many presenting issues in addition to welcoming concerns about physical and mental health. I am trained in clinical hypnosis, and enjoy working creatively to find effective solutions to inspire lasting change.
I work with adolescents and adults as a collaborative, supportive partner to improve mental health and overall wellbeing. My therapeutic approaches integrate cognitive, behavioral, and insight-focused strategies. This warm and personal style helps clients work through ingrained and unhealthy patterns that keep them stuck in emotional distress and unfulfilling relationships. I have a mindful and holistic perspective, and emphasize integrating mind, body, and spirit in healing. I address many presenting issues in addition to welcoming concerns about physical and mental health. I am trained in clinical hypnosis, and enjoy working creatively to find effective solutions to inspire lasting change.
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Mel Pascoe
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Vadnais Heights, MN 55127
I am passionate about working people to help them feel better about themselves, their relationships, and their life! We all struggle sometimes, and choosing therapy is a brave choice. I am always honored to be part of someone’s journey. Together we will work to address the root of any pain or anxiety you are feeling. We will explore where your issues come from, honor your past, while learning new ways to make peace with your present. I will help you learn new ways to cope with your emotions while working to address the deep stuff that is making life feel so hard sometimes.
I am passionate about working people to help them feel better about themselves, their relationships, and their life! We all struggle sometimes, and choosing therapy is a brave choice. I am always honored to be part of someone’s journey. Together we will work to address the root of any pain or anxiety you are feeling. We will explore where your issues come from, honor your past, while learning new ways to make peace with your present. I will help you learn new ways to cope with your emotions while working to address the deep stuff that is making life feel so hard sometimes.
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Female Therapists
Does it matter what gender my therapist is?
In general, this is not an important factor, as there is no relationship between a therapist’s gender and their efficacy. Some clients, however, prefer to see therapists of a particular gender, whether due to their own past experiences with men and women, or ingrained beliefs about how people of different genders think and behave. Exploring the roots of such preferences and considering what one wants to address in therapy can help someone determine whether their therapist’s gender truly matters to them.
Should I see a female therapist?
Many people—not just women—prefer to see a female therapist, either because they believe that a woman will be able to relate to their specific challenges (for example, sexism in the workplace) or because they imagine feeling more comfortable disclosing sensitive information to a woman. Such beliefs may not turn out to be accurate, however, and adhering too rigidly to a gender preference can at times hinder a client from finding the best therapeutic match.
Do therapists get specific training to help with women’s concerns?
Therapists are trained to provide care to clients of any gender. However, some therapists—both men and women—may pursue additional training in feminist therapy, gender-specific issues, or women’s mental health. Female clients may wish to ask prospective therapists whether they have received specific training in the client’s primary area(s) of concern, or whether they have worked extensively with women on issues similar to their own.
How can I inquire about a therapist’s experience in treating women?
It’s OK—even encouraged!—to ask a therapist directly whether and how often they have treated women in the past, or whether they have treated women dealing with the client’s most prominent concern(s). Competent therapists will be happy to share their educational background, preferred treatment modalities, and prior client experience to help an individual find the therapist best suited to their needs.