Relational Therapists in Shoreview, MN
Many factors can lead to mental health symptoms (biological, psychological, relational, spiritual, etc.
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.
Many factors can lead to mental health symptoms (biological, psychological, relational, spiritual, etc.
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 to psychotherapy is collaborative and relational.
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.
My approach to psychotherapy is collaborative and relational.
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.
Nic Howe
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC, LMHC
Verified Verified
10 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
My therapeutic approach is rooted in a relational framework, focusing on the unique narrative of your life, including recurring themes and patterns, and the attachment styles developed during your early years.
I believe in the inherent glory, beauty, and strength within each individual. While this may sound idealistic, it's undeniable that our lives often encompass brokenness, pain, darkness, and shame, which can obscure our true essence. My mission is to guide you through understanding your personal narrative or "mythos" that has sculpted your identity. This involves exploring your self-perception, spiritual beliefs, and interactions with the world. I am committed to journeying with you through the depths of pain and darkness to uncover the profound truth of our existence - that we are intimately known and cherished by God.
My therapeutic approach is rooted in a relational framework, focusing on the unique narrative of your life, including recurring themes and patterns, and the attachment styles developed during your early years.
I believe in the inherent glory, beauty, and strength within each individual. While this may sound idealistic, it's undeniable that our lives often encompass brokenness, pain, darkness, and shame, which can obscure our true essence. My mission is to guide you through understanding your personal narrative or "mythos" that has sculpted your identity. This involves exploring your self-perception, spiritual beliefs, and interactions with the world. I am committed to journeying with you through the depths of pain and darkness to uncover the profound truth of our existence - that we are intimately known and cherished by God.
I am trauma informed and trained in EMDR, Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network, Emotion Focused Individual Therapy, and Somatic Parts Work.
I am deeply passionate about helping people unravel the mysteries of their emotional landscape and develop a deeper understanding of how their past experiences might be influencing them today. Let's dive deep and uncover how your early experiences may be impacting how you relate to yourself and those around you. I love helping people identify and address attachment wounds, codependency, self-judgement, perfectionism, and relational grief and loss. Together, we can help you heal through these pains and step more into your most genuine self, feeling connected and worthy from within.
I am trauma informed and trained in EMDR, Adaptive Internal Relational (AIR) Network, Emotion Focused Individual Therapy, and Somatic Parts Work.
I am deeply passionate about helping people unravel the mysteries of their emotional landscape and develop a deeper understanding of how their past experiences might be influencing them today. Let's dive deep and uncover how your early experiences may be impacting how you relate to yourself and those around you. I love helping people identify and address attachment wounds, codependency, self-judgement, perfectionism, and relational grief and loss. Together, we can help you heal through these pains and step more into your most genuine self, feeling connected and worthy from within.
My work draws heavily from psychoanalytic theory as well as relational approaches.
I enjoy working with people who want to grow their understanding of themselves on their journey to alleviating symptoms. Often life-circumstances, trauma, relationships, or other mental health concerns interfere with someone fully achieving their potential, leaving them feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed. I value working with people who want to explore their own mind and circumstances, in order to grow through what has been holding them back and develop insight into their current situation. I have experience working with teens, college-students, and adults to collaboratively address their needs.
My work draws heavily from psychoanalytic theory as well as relational approaches.
I enjoy working with people who want to grow their understanding of themselves on their journey to alleviating symptoms. Often life-circumstances, trauma, relationships, or other mental health concerns interfere with someone fully achieving their potential, leaving them feeling stuck, anxious, or depressed. I value working with people who want to explore their own mind and circumstances, in order to grow through what has been holding them back and develop insight into their current situation. I have experience working with teens, college-students, and adults to collaboratively address their needs.
Carrie Niles
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
I am EMDRIA trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and utilize a relational and individualized approach informed by psychodynamic, mind-body, CBT, DBT, attachment, and systemic theories.
Supportive co-exploration of emotions and patterns that often underlie mental health symptoms can increase hope, facilitate meaning and connection, and improve overall wellness. I aim to create a warm and safe environment that encourages individuals, families, and couples to identify, explore, and heal their particular areas of pain. Professional interests include trauma and attachment with an understanding of the ways the brain and nervous system, emotions, and relationships are impacted throughout the lifespan. Others include depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, relational conflict, and life transitions. LGBTQIA allied.
I am EMDRIA trained in Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), and utilize a relational and individualized approach informed by psychodynamic, mind-body, CBT, DBT, attachment, and systemic theories.
Supportive co-exploration of emotions and patterns that often underlie mental health symptoms can increase hope, facilitate meaning and connection, and improve overall wellness. I aim to create a warm and safe environment that encourages individuals, families, and couples to identify, explore, and heal their particular areas of pain. Professional interests include trauma and attachment with an understanding of the ways the brain and nervous system, emotions, and relationships are impacted throughout the lifespan. Others include depression, anxiety, addiction, grief and loss, relational conflict, and life transitions. LGBTQIA allied.
Whether this be your first time seeking counseling or you’ve tried this before, I’m glad you’re here. I work with adolescents/teens, college students, and adults on navigating a variety of life changes and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with individuals at many different stages of life through a person-centered, strengths-based approach to meet you where you’re at.
Whether this be your first time seeking counseling or you’ve tried this before, I’m glad you’re here. I work with adolescents/teens, college students, and adults on navigating a variety of life changes and mental health concerns. I enjoy working with individuals at many different stages of life through a person-centered, strengths-based approach to meet you where you’re at.
Do you need a space of your own to heal the emotional wounds that seem to pop up at the most unfortunate times? Life can be stressful, and unhealed emotional hurt can make us doubt ourselves and feel lonely in our valued relationships. I help women heal the deep stuff that sometimes is difficult to name. The stuff that comes up as a feeling in your body, a warning of sorts. I also help couples improve their connection, communication, and life together as a couple.
Do you need a space of your own to heal the emotional wounds that seem to pop up at the most unfortunate times? Life can be stressful, and unhealed emotional hurt can make us doubt ourselves and feel lonely in our valued relationships. I help women heal the deep stuff that sometimes is difficult to name. The stuff that comes up as a feeling in your body, a warning of sorts. I also help couples improve their connection, communication, and life together as a couple.
It can be difficult to take the first step toward change. Maybe you're dealing with a challenging life transition or have dealt with ongoing anxiety, low self esteem, substance abuse or relationship difficulties. If you are unsure where to begin, you are in the right place. As a therapist, I strive to provide a non-judgmental, welcoming, and safe space where clients can feel accepted and supported.
It can be difficult to take the first step toward change. Maybe you're dealing with a challenging life transition or have dealt with ongoing anxiety, low self esteem, substance abuse or relationship difficulties. If you are unsure where to begin, you are in the right place. As a therapist, I strive to provide a non-judgmental, welcoming, and safe space where clients can feel accepted and supported.
Feeling confused and overwelmed? With over 30 years of clinical experience, my goal is to help you reach clarity and peace of mind with a caring and supportive approach. Whether you are struggling with sexual addiction, anxiety, depression or relationship problems, we will work together to reach your personal goals.
Feeling confused and overwelmed? With over 30 years of clinical experience, my goal is to help you reach clarity and peace of mind with a caring and supportive approach. Whether you are struggling with sexual addiction, anxiety, depression or relationship problems, we will work together to reach your personal goals.
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.
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.
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.
Janet Yeats
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126 (Online Only)
Trauma and loss are a common part of every person’s life. We suffer beyond the experience of a specific trauma and loss, and our lives are impacted by that suffering. In the face of trauma and loss, our culture often sends the message that we should “just move on and get over it.” I would rather honor what has been lost and allow for grief to be felt. Only when we have truly processed our trauma and loss can we move into our lives holding the grief in healthy ways.
Trauma and loss are a common part of every person’s life. We suffer beyond the experience of a specific trauma and loss, and our lives are impacted by that suffering. In the face of trauma and loss, our culture often sends the message that we should “just move on and get over it.” I would rather honor what has been lost and allow for grief to be felt. Only when we have truly processed our trauma and loss can we move into our lives holding the grief in healthy ways.
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.
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.
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.
Feeling overwhelmed? Inadequate? Undone? Exhausted trying to juggle everything perfectly all of the time? Disappointed with relationships? Ready to consider what keeps you from changes you want? Wondering if life could be better if things were "tweaked" a little? You are not alone! You matter. Your story matters. Help also matters because we weren't meant to "go it alone". All of us need help along the way. And the client-therapist relationship matters: it's important that you are comfortable and find a safe place where your story---your thoughts, perspectives, hopes, and dreams---can be heard, valued, and repurposed for your next chapter.
Feeling overwhelmed? Inadequate? Undone? Exhausted trying to juggle everything perfectly all of the time? Disappointed with relationships? Ready to consider what keeps you from changes you want? Wondering if life could be better if things were "tweaked" a little? You are not alone! You matter. Your story matters. Help also matters because we weren't meant to "go it alone". All of us need help along the way. And the client-therapist relationship matters: it's important that you are comfortable and find a safe place where your story---your thoughts, perspectives, hopes, and dreams---can be heard, valued, and repurposed for your next chapter.
Rachel Larson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Shoreview, MN 55126
You try to talk about something important to you and somehow it becomes a fight. How can this person you love and built your life with feel like such a stranger sometimes? Does it have to be this hard? To others, it seems like you have the perfect life and relationship. They’d be surprised to know the truth. When one or both of your buttons are pushed, things go off the rails. You know you love each other deeply and both want a solid and healthy relationship – but when these conflicts happen, you feel so disconnected and hopeless that you question whether you’ll ever be able to truly resolve things and find a deep connection again.
You try to talk about something important to you and somehow it becomes a fight. How can this person you love and built your life with feel like such a stranger sometimes? Does it have to be this hard? To others, it seems like you have the perfect life and relationship. They’d be surprised to know the truth. When one or both of your buttons are pushed, things go off the rails. You know you love each other deeply and both want a solid and healthy relationship – but when these conflicts happen, you feel so disconnected and hopeless that you question whether you’ll ever be able to truly resolve things and find a deep connection again.
It is my life's purpose to help people discover their potential and transform themselves in order to enjoy the fullest life possible. Together we will uncover and utilize your strengths to find solutions in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgemental way. Providing my clients with a supportive, creative, and caring environment is essential to me. I value the connection I have with my clients, and I am grateful and passionate about my work. It is tremendously rewarding to witness and share in my client's healing, growth, and transformation, and to watch them thrive.
It is my life's purpose to help people discover their potential and transform themselves in order to enjoy the fullest life possible. Together we will uncover and utilize your strengths to find solutions in a compassionate, respectful, and non-judgemental way. Providing my clients with a supportive, creative, and caring environment is essential to me. I value the connection I have with my clients, and I am grateful and passionate about my work. It is tremendously rewarding to witness and share in my client's healing, growth, and transformation, and to watch them thrive.
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Relational Therapists
How does relational therapy work?
Relational therapy was developed by psychologist Jean Miller, whose ideas stressed that having strong connections with others encourages better health and well-being when compared with a lonely existence. Conversely, poor interpersonal relationships do not foster growth and learning. Relational therapy also encourages trust in others and patience with others, along with better communication and less conflict.
Is relational therapy evidence-based?
Relational therapy is not well-studied, and it may not be as effective in treating certain mental health conditions when compared with evidence-based treatments like cognitive behavioral or acceptance and commitment therapy. However, relational therapy uses techniques found in cognitive behavioral therapy as well as psychodynamic therapy, which are both well-studied with empirical research.
How long are people typically in relational therapy?
Clients may see improvement after a few weeks or months of therapy. Like cognitive behavioral therapy, relational therapy can reduce symptoms within 10 to 20 weeks, at 45 to 50 minutes once a week. But like any type of therapy, improvement depends on the person and the severity of the problem.
Does relational therapy work?
While no therapy type will work for everyone, some evidence suggests that this therapy can be effective. Relational therapy can help a person manage problematic relationships as well as the mental health conditions that accompany difficult relationships like depression or anxiety. This therapy type may offer benefits that are hard to measure but can be just as valuable—including feelings of higher self-worth or healthier connections with others.