Somatic Therapists in Roseville, MN

If you are unhappy, struggling with life's challenges, feel like you are not reaching your potential, have difficulty in managing relationships or feel like there is something seriously wrong, we can work together to figure out what's wrong and work on solutions. I have over 15 years of clinical experience. I have siginificant experience in treating mood disorders including Depression and Bipolar Disorder, anxiety disorders and eating disorders.

Figuring out life is not easy, especially if you're trying to do it alone. Feeling heard, understood, and cared for with someone who is authentic & compassionate can be vital for your health, happiness, & wellbeing. When I meet with a new client, whether as an individual, or as a couple or family, I support each person so they do not feel alone while sorting out the hard stuff that can get in the way from finding peace. I'm compassionate, understanding, and intuitive & will meet you where you are to ensure a relationship where you feel connected, safe, & empowered. Starting to create a better you is not easy. I'm here to help.

Have you had a difficult time connecting with others? Do you have a good relationship with yourself? It takes a lot of bravery to seek assistance and support for life's difficult situations - you are not alone. Do you feel that you have a long-standing and complex mental health concern? What about this - are you having a difficult time connecting with your partner? Feeling stuck? These are some of the challenges that I have helped others (like you!) work through. We can problem solve and strategize on how to take your next step.

I am a second generation Korean-American born and raised on the unceded ancestral lands of the Dxʷdəwʔabš (Duwamish Tribe) and now live as a guest upon Mni Sóta Maḳoce, Dakota homeland. My relational approach is built upon 15+ years working with and alongside individuals, families and communities to nurture growth as an educator, coach, trainer and leader. Becoming a parent in 2014 both broke and broke me open, ushering personal and intergenerational healing and cultural reclamation that continues today. A lifelong learner, I continue to journey along a path towards “Becoming a Good Ancestor” (credit: Layla Saad).

One of my favorite quotes is: "It is no sign of health to be well adjusted to a profoundly sick society." -J. Krishnamurti. Whether you are new to therapy, want to re-connect in therapy, or are having an acute experience and need support, welcome! I work with trauma, depression & anxiety, and existential stress. In sessions, I meet you where you are, addressing symptoms, root causes, and helping you move toward wholeness. Clients say they leave sessions feeling less anxiety & tension, and more ease, openness & hope. You will walk out of sessions knowing yourself in new ways with tools to help yourself along your path.

I work with teens and adult individuals who are processing trauma, exploring their personal identity, and building self-esteem. I love helping clients who are collaborative, who seek a curious conversation in which to explore relationships—with themselves, with others, and with ideas. My primary role in the therapeutic relationship is that of co-author rather than teacher, and I enjoy working with folks who are interested in finding their own approaches to problems with support from their communities, which may not look "cookie cutter." Book your first appointment with me here: www.sageleafwellness.com/client-portal

Most of us are doing our best... AND the roles/stress we take on (and the roles/stress put upon us) can really have an impact on how we feel and how we function. Although I welcome a range of client concerns, my passion is for helping adults who are struggling with the complex world of relationships, stress-management, parenting, and self-acceptance. If you are feeling overwhelmed or insecure as a parent, if you are overly stressed by life transitions, or otherwise feeling stuck or imbalanced, I'd love to walk beside you on your journey toward wellness.

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.

I focus on attunement, naming my practice Modern Attunement to align with my belief that intimacy and growth grow from a place from being attuned to our gut instinct, the people that we share our life with. Attunement comes from being in the present, accepting the tension of intimacy in being known and knowing.

I specialize in working with those experiencing Anxiety, OCD or persistent stress related to parenting and/or life transitions/adjustments. Together, we can work toward increasing your personal sense of trust, confidence, security, and safety within your relationship with self and others. Your experience will involve personalized sessions focused on enhancing awareness, digging a little deeper, and identifying realistic and actionable steps toward achieving your short-term and long-term goals toward leading a more fulfilling and sustainable lifestyle. I also offer the option for clients to incorporate their faith for those who wish.

Pursuing therapy is a courageous act and I'm honored to hold space for this vital work. Common challenges I navigate with people include depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma/complex trauma, substance use disorders, process addictions, and life transitions. Employing holistic approaches rooted in mindfulness, body-centered modalities, and compassion-focused therapy, my aim as a clinician is to support people in uncovering their own answers by tapping into their innate capacity for repair and thriving. When applicable, I apply my Yoga teacher certification and Ayurvedic health coaching to certain treatment goals.