Trauma Focused Therapists in Rochester, MN

You are a unique individual and your therapy should match your needs and goals. I have experience working with children, teens, and young adults (5-25) in the areas of anxiety, depression and mood disorders, self-harm behavior, anger, behavior concerns, changes in family life, life transitions, abuse, and trauma. I have years of experience working with children using play-based therapy techniques, as well as working with teens/young adults using expressive arts based therapy and ACT therapy.

I focus on working with children as young as 3 years old through Parent Child Interaction Therapy (PCIT). Additionally, I have been trained in Trauma Focused - Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT), an approach utilized in children age 3-18 years old that have experienced a traumatic event or complex trauma. I also work with all age groups regarding depression and other mood issues. I have experience in utilizing exposure therapy with children and adolescents to combat anxiety.

Veterans, first responders, and their families are my primary demographics that I serve. I use a cognitive behavioral foundation, coupled with evidence-based practices (such as cognitive processing therapy and EMDR) to help my clients gain copings skills and regain mastery of their lives. My core approach is trauma-focused, integrating emotional regulation work, whether it is from combat trauma, childhood abuse, or compassion fatigue from continuous public service. I also work to help family members understand and support their heroes, increasing skills to cope with trauma responses.

Feeling too needy in your relationship? Are you always feeling a little out of control in your relationship? Feeling scared, anxious, or confused by your partner’s behavior? I know exactly what you're feeling: the tightness in your chest, constantly feeling like you’re losing the one you love and care about, feeling pushed away, feeling like a crazy person, and feeling like you need security and reassurance NOW. These feelings can be consuming and terrifying, and I do not want you to suffer from them anymore. Holistic practices can reduce feelings of neediness, anxiety, and depression tremendously.

I am a licensed psychologist and marriage and family therapist providing quality services to individuals, couples, and families. I trained and practiced at Mayo Clinic prior to establishing a private practice. Marital/relationship issues, anxiety, PTSD, OCD, depression, stress, health and weight management, parent-child interaction, blended families, life adjustments, and occupational issues, are specialty areas of practice. I am also a qualified mediator and have completed certification in Integrative Medicine for Mental Health Professionals. I offer both teletherapy and in-person sessions with flexible appointment times.

Zumbro Valley Health Center is a private, non-profit organization that provides mental health, substance use disorder, primary care, and community-based services to SE Minnesota. We offer support and care for adults, children, adolescents, and their families. Zumbro Valley Health Center staff work collaboratively with clients, co-workers and community providers to develop a comprehensive treatment plan which addresses the distinct needs of each client, including treatment for psychological, medical, substance use and social issues.

While starting therapy can be intimidating, my warm and casual interactions will make the hard work easier and more approachable. In your sessions, I’ll work with you to identify solutions to the difficult problems you’re facing while helping you compassionately accept yourself as you are.

My approach to the therapeutic space is through a validating, supportive, holistic framework to explore the challenges, concerns, and questions that arise in your journey. There are many broken and harmful systems in place that impact your well-being. Difficulties with your mental wellness are not inherently parts of you that are broken or wrong. Let’s explore where we can make changes in your life to enhance your mental well-being and bring more harmony and meaning to you.

I believe we all have changes that can be made to live better. Whether you are considering therapy for the first time or coming back now is the time to take the steps to make those changes. Many aspects of life can be challenging, especially over these last years. Therapy can be important in understanding what areas need adjustment, ways to make lasting change, and to have someone along who wants to support you through it all.

*WAITLIST FOR NEW CLIENTS AT THIS TIME* Are you feeling overwhelmed? Are you living with pain that feels like a heavy overpowering wave? Are there unwanted thoughts that won't go away? Often our lives can feel unmanageable and begin to feel like chaos. Hurts from the past hold a strangling grip and current struggles feel hopeless. The pain can make you feel stuck, as if trying to function while living in quicksand. You try to explain it to friends and family but feel like no one understands. I can walk beside you in your healing journey. I can help you move forward again.

I work with Adults, Seniors, and Past/Current Emergency Services and Military as well as their families. Presenting problems I deal with most include: Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Anxiety/Phobias, Depression, Military/Family Life Issues, Anger Management, and Struggles with the principles and commands of Christian scripture. I offer a variety of evidenced-based treatment modalities including cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT), cognitive processing therapy (CPT), exposure therapy, and trauma therapies.

I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist offering individual, couple, and family therapy to adolescents (ages 14+) and adults. Using a variety of therapy models and treatment techniques, I customize the therapy experience to best meet my clients' needs, goals, and preferences.

Doug has many years of professional therapy experience working with children and adults. His specialities include: trauma, child abuse, depression, anxiety, ADHD, autism, adoption, sexual identity, and life transitions. Clients appreciate his calm, reassuring and engaging presence and knowledgeable, empowering and creative approaches for understanding and overcoming these serious problems. Your values, ideas and preferences are fully respected and help create truly meaningful results. Doug has a Master's degree in Counseling Psychology from St. Thomas University, a Certified Narrative Therapist, and Registered Play Therapist.

I enjoy working with individuals and couples with mental health, chemical dependency, and co-occurring disorders. Individuals and couples who frequent my office are struggling with grief/loss, anxiety, mood disorders, relationships, trauma, life transitions, communication, relationship struggles, and conflict. Main goals tend to be learning skills, improve personal well-being, strengthen relationships, and to better navigate life independently or together as their best version(s).

Currently offering EMDR Intensives for trauma and performance enhancement in MN. Short-term focused intensive work to reach your goals more quickly. We're about possibilities. Growth after the storm. I love to work with survivors. Even if they don't feel like they're surviving so great right now. Life is hard sometimes. We can overcome what has happened and use it to help us thrive going forward. You're not defined by what happened to you, and can overcome and thrive. The most efficient way to these goals is through intensive trauma or performance focused therapy: 2 or 3 half day sessions concentrated in a short time frame.

I enjoy working with clients who possess a unique set of characteristics, challenges, and aspirations shaped by their profession and life experiences. Perhaps you frequently encounter high-stress situations and traumatic events, which can lead to emotional strain, burnout, and post-traumatic stress. Or, you encounter physical demands including irregular hours & physical exertion, that can lead to fatigue and health concerns. Balancing a demanding career with personal and family life can be particularly challenging. You are more susceptible to mental health challenges such as anxiety, depression and substance abuse.

My philosophy is based on the social work premise that as a therapist I must meet the client where the client is...meaning that I want to understand your needs and goals to help you create the life you want. I offer therapy to assist clients with difficulties associated with anxiety, depression, grief and loss, PTSD, sexual identity and transgender issues. Women in all stages of life and folks transitioning to new identities are of special interest to me. I am passionate about providing specialized services, including trauma processing, to meet the psychological and emotional needs of law enforcement officers and their families.

I believe in meeting clients where they are and creating a safe, non-judgmental space for them to work towards becoming their best selves. Walking alongside people on their journey through the ups and downs of life is where I want to be. I genuinely care about the people I am working with and want to help them create the life they have wanted. My favorite thing in therapy is watching my clients achieve the things they didn’t think were possible. I continue to identify shortcomings and educate myself on how to continue working toward equality for all people.

People typically come to therapy when life feels tough. Whether it be trauma, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or the like, my goal is to help you move through the toughness, learn healthy ways to cope, and feel back on track with your life.