Christian Therapists in Oakdale, MN
Shelly Holt
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Oakdale, MN 55128 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
I am a Christian licensed clinical social worker who has a certification in trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy.
Are you struggling with day-to-day life due to the thoughts in your head and/or choices you've made? Do you currently have a diagnosis that is confusing? Would you like to understand yourself better? Are you willing to make small incremental changes to change or even enrich your experience? I am here to help you discover what patterns or how your responses to your life's experiences may be holding you back from living as you desire.
I am a Christian licensed clinical social worker who has a certification in trauma-focused cognitive behavior therapy.
Are you struggling with day-to-day life due to the thoughts in your head and/or choices you've made? Do you currently have a diagnosis that is confusing? Would you like to understand yourself better? Are you willing to make small incremental changes to change or even enrich your experience? I am here to help you discover what patterns or how your responses to your life's experiences may be holding you back from living as you desire.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth. Welcome to my profile. I work with people ages 11 and up. In my practice I enjoy working with teens, adults, students, & athletes. I mainly see people managing anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, depression, and stress. We all face a variety of pressures and it is totally normal to need some help. My goal is to help you learn better ways of coping, managing, and understanding these pressures so that they do not hold you back from your personal successes.
Hi, my name is Elizabeth. Welcome to my profile. I work with people ages 11 and up. In my practice I enjoy working with teens, adults, students, & athletes. I mainly see people managing anxiety, ADHD, relationship issues, depression, and stress. We all face a variety of pressures and it is totally normal to need some help. My goal is to help you learn better ways of coping, managing, and understanding these pressures so that they do not hold you back from your personal successes.
My training is through the master’s degree program in Counseling & Psychological Services from Saint Mary’s University. Previous to becoming a therapist, I was living the corporate life for over 20 years at large companies such as Land O Lakes, 3M, and Medtronic. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and couples to address any struggles that are presenting barriers from living their best, most fulfilling lives. Thinking about starting or returning to therapy can be scary and overwhelming. I am passionate about creating a relaxed, private, safe environment where clients can feel comfortable and connected to their therapist.
My training is through the master’s degree program in Counseling & Psychological Services from Saint Mary’s University. Previous to becoming a therapist, I was living the corporate life for over 20 years at large companies such as Land O Lakes, 3M, and Medtronic. I enjoy working with adults, teens, and couples to address any struggles that are presenting barriers from living their best, most fulfilling lives. Thinking about starting or returning to therapy can be scary and overwhelming. I am passionate about creating a relaxed, private, safe environment where clients can feel comfortable and connected to their therapist.
Hi there. My name is Madison, welcome to my profile. I am here to help walk alongside you during various life challenges and mental health concerns, while providing a supportive, non-judgmental, and empathic role. I also have experience historically with personal training and individual programming for health and wellness needs. I believe in taking a holistic approach, combining aspects involving mind, body, and spirit, finding ways to implement creativity and healthy self-expression in and out of sessions.
Hi there. My name is Madison, welcome to my profile. I am here to help walk alongside you during various life challenges and mental health concerns, while providing a supportive, non-judgmental, and empathic role. I also have experience historically with personal training and individual programming for health and wellness needs. I believe in taking a holistic approach, combining aspects involving mind, body, and spirit, finding ways to implement creativity and healthy self-expression in and out of sessions.
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and enjoy working with families, couples, individuals, children, teens, and adults across the lifespan. I'm dedicated to helping my clients and families find, develop, and care for the hidden, underdeveloped, and wounded parts of themselves so they can live authentic lives rather than existing in the shadows. We discover ways to bring their lives into alignment with who they really are and strengthen their most meaningful relationships. I develop trusting relationships with my clients and seek to understand and respect all people within their family, community, and culture contexts.
I'm a licensed marriage and family therapist and enjoy working with families, couples, individuals, children, teens, and adults across the lifespan. I'm dedicated to helping my clients and families find, develop, and care for the hidden, underdeveloped, and wounded parts of themselves so they can live authentic lives rather than existing in the shadows. We discover ways to bring their lives into alignment with who they really are and strengthen their most meaningful relationships. I develop trusting relationships with my clients and seek to understand and respect all people within their family, community, and culture contexts.
I really do have immediate openings! Will respond same day...times include early mornings and online. So, do want relationships to change? Still have grief or guilt, maybe even from the recent or distance past! Is it hard to get traction in your life? Your story, your goals, get clarity, learn the blocks refine the skills, find traction for that life that can work.
I really do have immediate openings! Will respond same day...times include early mornings and online. So, do want relationships to change? Still have grief or guilt, maybe even from the recent or distance past! Is it hard to get traction in your life? Your story, your goals, get clarity, learn the blocks refine the skills, find traction for that life that can work.
Summer Counseling in Oakdale is accepting new clients year-round for immediate appointments 9am-9pm. Inclusiveness and acceptance are important to us, and we're proud to have a variety of therapeutic specialties. We understand that finding a good therapist can be challenging, and we're confident one of our therapists will be a perfect fit, including non-binary and LGBTQ therapists, neurodivergent therapists, sports performance experts, and chronic illness therapists. At Summer Counseling, you'll find large offices, comfortable waiting spaces, easy access to paperwork and scheduling, and a fresh cup of coffee or tea waiting for you!
Summer Counseling in Oakdale is accepting new clients year-round for immediate appointments 9am-9pm. Inclusiveness and acceptance are important to us, and we're proud to have a variety of therapeutic specialties. We understand that finding a good therapist can be challenging, and we're confident one of our therapists will be a perfect fit, including non-binary and LGBTQ therapists, neurodivergent therapists, sports performance experts, and chronic illness therapists. At Summer Counseling, you'll find large offices, comfortable waiting spaces, easy access to paperwork and scheduling, and a fresh cup of coffee or tea waiting for you!
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.
My approach is collaborative and supportive, using a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindful self-acceptance, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and trauma informed therapy practices.
My approach is collaborative and supportive, using a combination of cognitive behavioral therapy, mindful self-acceptance, dialectical behavioral therapy, acceptance and commitment therapy, and trauma informed therapy practices.
Accepting residents of MN. Do you often feel misunderstood, scared, stuck, unheard, or like you don't matter? Sometimes life experiences have us feeling like we are constantly struggling or fighting to survive. Maybe you feel like it's difficult to connect with others or even find it difficult to love yourself. This can leave you feeling lonely and unsure of the future, possibly even unsure if you can trust anyone to understand your struggles. I have interest in helping those who struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychological trauma.
Accepting residents of MN. Do you often feel misunderstood, scared, stuck, unheard, or like you don't matter? Sometimes life experiences have us feeling like we are constantly struggling or fighting to survive. Maybe you feel like it's difficult to connect with others or even find it difficult to love yourself. This can leave you feeling lonely and unsure of the future, possibly even unsure if you can trust anyone to understand your struggles. I have interest in helping those who struggle with chronic pain, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, grief, and psychological trauma.
Dr. Randall L Morris-Ostrom
Psychologist, PsyD, JD, LP
Verified Verified
Oakdale, MN 55128
Not accepting new clients
I specialize in the evaluation and evidence-based treatment of emotional disorders, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Included in this general category are also the unhealthy strategies people develop to control their distress such as perfectionism, inflexibility, emotion avoidance, over-regulation of emotion, and excessive dependence on others. I have a special interest in working with graduate and undergraduate students, especially those struggling with perfectionism and/or writing blocks.
I specialize in the evaluation and evidence-based treatment of emotional disorders, including anxiety, depression, obsessive-compulsive disorder, and post-traumatic stress disorder. Included in this general category are also the unhealthy strategies people develop to control their distress such as perfectionism, inflexibility, emotion avoidance, over-regulation of emotion, and excessive dependence on others. I have a special interest in working with graduate and undergraduate students, especially those struggling with perfectionism and/or writing blocks.
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Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MSEd, LPCC-S, NCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Oakdale, MN 55128
Not accepting new clients
If you are reading this then you can take pride in knowing that you’ve taken your first step toward positive change. For many, the mention of therapy provokes feelings of intimidation, vulnerability, and inadequacy. Finding the "right fit" when it comes to the client/therapist relationship will not only help you move past these feelings, it will strengthen your ability to accept challenge and consider alternative ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. I believe you have the capacity for change, which makes anything possible. You deserve to live the best life possible!
If you are reading this then you can take pride in knowing that you’ve taken your first step toward positive change. For many, the mention of therapy provokes feelings of intimidation, vulnerability, and inadequacy. Finding the "right fit" when it comes to the client/therapist relationship will not only help you move past these feelings, it will strengthen your ability to accept challenge and consider alternative ways of thinking, feeling, and behaving. I believe you have the capacity for change, which makes anything possible. You deserve to live the best life possible!
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I am passionate about working with families, couples, and individuals who are managing both physical and mental health conditions or couples/families going through various life transitions, and relational stress. We don't exist in isolation, especially when on the long journey of chronic health care. I work within an integrated and collaborative care model, viewing the problem from a holistic standpoint and alongside other members of the care team in order to best serve all areas of the client's life. What does this chapter of life look like? What is possible?
I am passionate about working with families, couples, and individuals who are managing both physical and mental health conditions or couples/families going through various life transitions, and relational stress. We don't exist in isolation, especially when on the long journey of chronic health care. I work within an integrated and collaborative care model, viewing the problem from a holistic standpoint and alongside other members of the care team in order to best serve all areas of the client's life. What does this chapter of life look like? What is possible?
Hello! I'm Kafalyn Ngaima, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapy Intern committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families towards holistic well-being. With a foundation rooted in systemic models such as Narrative Therapy, Bowens family system's, and Emotional focused Therapy , I provide a nurturing and inclusive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and relationships. My academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Psychology from Iowa State University, followed by a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
Hello! I'm Kafalyn Ngaima, a dedicated Marriage and Family Therapy Intern committed to guiding individuals, couples, and families towards holistic well-being. With a foundation rooted in systemic models such as Narrative Therapy, Bowens family system's, and Emotional focused Therapy , I provide a nurturing and inclusive space for clients to explore their thoughts, feelings, and relationships. My academic background includes a Bachelor's degree in Criminology and Psychology from Iowa State University, followed by a Master's in Marriage and Family Therapy from National University.
New Concept Counseling Inc.
Marriage & Family Therapist, DMFT, LMFT
Verified Verified
Woodbury, MN 55125
I am a DMFT, LMFT and I have extensive experience supporting individuals, couples and families on their journey through events that influence how we are functioning in relationships and our community, including premarital counseling, divorce, attachment concerns and cultural issues regarding acculturation and assimilation. I work with a range of disorders and l have specialty in depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, chemical dependency, oppositional defiance/conduct and grief/loss. I work with children ages 7 and older, along with adolescents and adults.
I am a DMFT, LMFT and I have extensive experience supporting individuals, couples and families on their journey through events that influence how we are functioning in relationships and our community, including premarital counseling, divorce, attachment concerns and cultural issues regarding acculturation and assimilation. I work with a range of disorders and l have specialty in depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress, chemical dependency, oppositional defiance/conduct and grief/loss. I work with children ages 7 and older, along with adolescents and adults.
Are you anxious with shortness of breath, racing heart, and feeling like the walls are closing in? Anxiety is not your fault or caused by anything you have or haven’t done. Are you in the midst of relationship problems and do not know what direction to turn? Whether addressing small issues or potential relationship-breaking challenges, therapy can help. Does sadness have you distressed, depressed, and hopeless? There are proven steps and skills that have been shown to result in remarkable relief. I am passionate about providing quality service. It is my overall goal to empower growth and change.
Are you anxious with shortness of breath, racing heart, and feeling like the walls are closing in? Anxiety is not your fault or caused by anything you have or haven’t done. Are you in the midst of relationship problems and do not know what direction to turn? Whether addressing small issues or potential relationship-breaking challenges, therapy can help. Does sadness have you distressed, depressed, and hopeless? There are proven steps and skills that have been shown to result in remarkable relief. I am passionate about providing quality service. It is my overall goal to empower growth and change.
Dr. Victoria Lin Peterson-Hilleque
Pre-Licensed Professional, PsyD, MFA
Verified Verified
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
Every healing journey is unique, and I am eager to help you foster wellbeing in a way that works for you. I work with teens and adults offering trauma-informed, individual therapy to address many issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity development, and grief and loss. I see you as the expert in your life, and I ask questions to help you generate self-awareness and understanding. As a therapist, I want to understand the world as you do and help you cultivate the motivation needed to make changes.
Every healing journey is unique, and I am eager to help you foster wellbeing in a way that works for you. I work with teens and adults offering trauma-informed, individual therapy to address many issues including anxiety, depression, life transitions, identity development, and grief and loss. I see you as the expert in your life, and I ask questions to help you generate self-awareness and understanding. As a therapist, I want to understand the world as you do and help you cultivate the motivation needed to make changes.
There is a person behind that problem who desires to experience a more meaningful, satisfactory, and purposeful life despite past or current life experiences and challenges. I believe this goal can be achieved through a safe and non-judgmental space where I will listen to understand, acknowledge your strengths and experiences, support, empower, and collaborate with you during your recovery journey. It is my great and humble desire to provide my clients from diverse backgrounds with evidence-based interventions that reflect their interests, values, culture, and needs.
There is a person behind that problem who desires to experience a more meaningful, satisfactory, and purposeful life despite past or current life experiences and challenges. I believe this goal can be achieved through a safe and non-judgmental space where I will listen to understand, acknowledge your strengths and experiences, support, empower, and collaborate with you during your recovery journey. It is my great and humble desire to provide my clients from diverse backgrounds with evidence-based interventions that reflect their interests, values, culture, and needs.
Rachel Moe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPCC, LPC, LMHC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Lake Elmo, MN 55042
In our core each of us want to feel seen and understood. Often, different events and circumstances in our life leave us feeling misunderstood by ourselves and others. During our work together we can identify these misunderstandings and work towards alleviating the pain and suffering that they have caused. Throughout my experience I have been perpetually inspired by the resilience, strength and vulnerability of those seeking change and have deep respect for how challenging the process can often be.
In our core each of us want to feel seen and understood. Often, different events and circumstances in our life leave us feeling misunderstood by ourselves and others. During our work together we can identify these misunderstandings and work towards alleviating the pain and suffering that they have caused. Throughout my experience I have been perpetually inspired by the resilience, strength and vulnerability of those seeking change and have deep respect for how challenging the process can often be.
At Integrated Life Counseling Center, it is our mission to provide a safe place to discover truth and innate strengths. We utilizes a holistic approach building on strengths with sensitivity to client's values and spirituality.Our missions - Integration of relationships with self and others, fully connected, restored and free. Life-giving transformation of individuals and families for generational and systemic change. Cultivate knowledge of interpersonal neurophysiology and its impact on daily living. Collaboration locally and globally.
At Integrated Life Counseling Center, it is our mission to provide a safe place to discover truth and innate strengths. We utilizes a holistic approach building on strengths with sensitivity to client's values and spirituality.Our missions - Integration of relationships with self and others, fully connected, restored and free. Life-giving transformation of individuals and families for generational and systemic change. Cultivate knowledge of interpersonal neurophysiology and its impact on daily living. Collaboration locally and globally.
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Christian Therapists
Why is it important for a therapist to be culturally sensitive?
Therapists and clients don’t need to share the same belief system or background to be able to work effectively together, but a therapist whose training includes a focus on cultural competence may be better able to form a therapeutic bond with individuals from a range of backgrounds, as they will have experience in tailoring their approach to each client—and will be prepared to acknowledge and consider the effects of culture, religion, and other factors on each individual.
Why is it important to find a therapist sensitive to Christian values?
Each person brings a unique history and background to therapy, making it important to find a licensed therapist who is trained in a broad range of treatment modalities. In addition, for people who grow up in a faith tradition that strongly influences the way they conduct their everyday life, finding a therapist who understands or shares that background can ease the disclosure of sensitive information and facilitate the therapeutic process. For some clients, a Christian therapist is likely to incorporate faith-based principles into emotional healing techniques.
How do I recognize an effective Christian therapist?
Christian therapists are licensed mental health professionals—holding a master’s or doctoral degree in medicine, nursing, psychology, counseling, social work, or marriage and family therapy—who are also familiar with Christian beliefs and values. They have an understanding of the importance that Christian principles play in the lives of individuals and families, which allows them to be especially sensitive to the kinds of struggles that can affect daily functioning. Like all effective therapists, a Christian therapist will have undergone training and certification in a variety of treatment modalities that help people through crises and enable them to master the challenges of life.
Why might someone feel comfortable with a Christian therapist?
While training, qualifications, and experience are always important, research has long established that a strong alliance between client and therapist is a major contributor to therapeutic success. An alliance is likely to be strengthened with a therapist who not only is responsive to questions and concerns but also shares a client’s faith and values. Sensitivity to spiritual matters as well as to everyday struggles can provide a welcome sense of safety and contribute to the bond between client and therapist, both of which support the therapeutic process.
Who is included in Psychology Today’s directory of Christian therapists?
The directory of Christian therapists includes professionals who have shared their background in their profiles. However, not all therapists choose to disclose this information, and they may not appear in search results for this reason. The directory also shows therapists who indicate that they have extensive experience working with Christian clients, regardless of their own background or religious affiliation.