Gottman Method Therapists in White Bear Lake, MN
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My passions include providing affirming care with LGBTQIA+ clients and non-monogamous/polyamorous relationships. I specialize in parent-child relationships trained in Play Therapy for treatment with children. Further focuses include couples relationship counseling, conflict resolution, sex and intimacy, complex trauma, substance use disorders, neurodivergence, chronic medical conditions, and social injustice. My approach equips clients with personal and relational skills aligned with their inherent strengths to achieve resiliency, balance, and growth.
I work with children, adolescents, adults, couples, and families. My passions include providing affirming care with LGBTQIA+ clients and non-monogamous/polyamorous relationships. I specialize in parent-child relationships trained in Play Therapy for treatment with children. Further focuses include couples relationship counseling, conflict resolution, sex and intimacy, complex trauma, substance use disorders, neurodivergence, chronic medical conditions, and social injustice. My approach equips clients with personal and relational skills aligned with their inherent strengths to achieve resiliency, balance, and growth.
Shannon Himango
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Taking the step to reach out for therapy, on our own or with a partner/family member, is a brave move. Relationships and life in general can offer great sources of joy as well as frustrations, and when talking with our family and friends, we may edit or limit what we say for fear of judgment, or burdening them. Reflecting and expressing ourselves freely with a neutral, non-judgmental helping professional is an excellent way to increase self awareness and insight about the challenges we encounter, even if we aren’t quite certain what to say.
Taking the step to reach out for therapy, on our own or with a partner/family member, is a brave move. Relationships and life in general can offer great sources of joy as well as frustrations, and when talking with our family and friends, we may edit or limit what we say for fear of judgment, or burdening them. Reflecting and expressing ourselves freely with a neutral, non-judgmental helping professional is an excellent way to increase self awareness and insight about the challenges we encounter, even if we aren’t quite certain what to say.
I come to the therapy profession with a PhD in musicology, having spent 20 years working as a music professor, private teacher and professional musician. I find that many of the same skills apply in teaching and in therapy. My approach to therapy focuses on seeing clients not only as individuals but as part of interlocking networks of family, friends, colleagues, organizations, etc. I view much of my work as helping clients to evolve in these networks in ways that support them as individuals and work for their health and, potentially, the health of those around them.
I come to the therapy profession with a PhD in musicology, having spent 20 years working as a music professor, private teacher and professional musician. I find that many of the same skills apply in teaching and in therapy. My approach to therapy focuses on seeing clients not only as individuals but as part of interlocking networks of family, friends, colleagues, organizations, etc. I view much of my work as helping clients to evolve in these networks in ways that support them as individuals and work for their health and, potentially, the health of those around them.
Kris Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
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.
Steven Freund
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, MFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
I want to support you in the analysis of your, patterns, challenges and transitions. Are you unsure of your direction, your next move? Do you find yourself in familiar place, in spite of the fact that you've changed partners, jobs or the place you live? I've been there and at one particularly trying time in my life decided to go back to school and study RELATIONSHIPS. What I learned, backed by contemporary research, changed my life and set me on the path to helping others. KNOWLEDGE can help you establish a more satisfying direction and life. Start today with a free phone consultation or half hour session.
I want to support you in the analysis of your, patterns, challenges and transitions. Are you unsure of your direction, your next move? Do you find yourself in familiar place, in spite of the fact that you've changed partners, jobs or the place you live? I've been there and at one particularly trying time in my life decided to go back to school and study RELATIONSHIPS. What I learned, backed by contemporary research, changed my life and set me on the path to helping others. KNOWLEDGE can help you establish a more satisfying direction and life. Start today with a free phone consultation or half hour session.
There are things the world throws at us that can feel overwhelming and we know cookie-cutter approaches to health and wellness don't always work. And, sometimes you need extra help, and support, to learn the skills to better cope with stress you encounter in life. Our collaborative team of professionally trained, compassionate therapists are dedicated to building a trusting relationship with you on your journey to long-term wellness. Each therapist is passionate about finding a therapeutic approach that provides holistic wellness and promotes health in a warm, welcoming environment.
There are things the world throws at us that can feel overwhelming and we know cookie-cutter approaches to health and wellness don't always work. And, sometimes you need extra help, and support, to learn the skills to better cope with stress you encounter in life. Our collaborative team of professionally trained, compassionate therapists are dedicated to building a trusting relationship with you on your journey to long-term wellness. Each therapist is passionate about finding a therapeutic approach that provides holistic wellness and promotes health in a warm, welcoming environment.
Twin Cities Mental Health&Couples Faten Khoury
Marriage & Family Therapist, Post, MS, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
For support in managing difficulties in your personal & professional lives caused by unresolved traumas or conflict, therapy can help. I work with individuals, couples, & families to help collaboratively tackle the challenges they are facing, through creating a new insight & forming an action, solution plan. Additionally, I practice EMDR therapy, AEDP, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback and find it powerful in healing a range of psychological concerns including depression, anxiety, shame and trauma and areas where clients experience "being stuck". My practice is based on years of well-established evidence-based effective treatments.
For support in managing difficulties in your personal & professional lives caused by unresolved traumas or conflict, therapy can help. I work with individuals, couples, & families to help collaboratively tackle the challenges they are facing, through creating a new insight & forming an action, solution plan. Additionally, I practice EMDR therapy, AEDP, Brainspotting and Neurofeedback and find it powerful in healing a range of psychological concerns including depression, anxiety, shame and trauma and areas where clients experience "being stuck". My practice is based on years of well-established evidence-based effective treatments.
Ryan K Rowlson
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
I work with my clients to create the necessary tools to manage major life transitions, fears, trauma, difficult relationships with family, friends, and/or job stress. I help my clients heal from distressing events and circumstances like parent-child relationship issues, recent or long term medical diagnosis, terminal medical diagnoses as well as children and adults who have experienced trauma. Whether it is a child with behavioral issues, a family member(s) dealing with a mental health issue, a couple wanting pre-marital counseling, or a family trying to manage a major medical issue I would like to help.
I work with my clients to create the necessary tools to manage major life transitions, fears, trauma, difficult relationships with family, friends, and/or job stress. I help my clients heal from distressing events and circumstances like parent-child relationship issues, recent or long term medical diagnosis, terminal medical diagnoses as well as children and adults who have experienced trauma. Whether it is a child with behavioral issues, a family member(s) dealing with a mental health issue, a couple wanting pre-marital counseling, or a family trying to manage a major medical issue I would like to help.
Family Behavioral Healthcare
Psychologist, PhD
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
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.
I have been a therapist for twenty years and have helped individuals recover from trauma. I have worked to help people navigate their journey in the aftermath of trauma and work to foster a sense of resiliency. My work is compassion focused, culturally aware and works to build ones empowerment.
I have been a therapist for twenty years and have helped individuals recover from trauma. I have worked to help people navigate their journey in the aftermath of trauma and work to foster a sense of resiliency. My work is compassion focused, culturally aware and works to build ones empowerment.
Terri Lynn Jorstad
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
Waitlist for new clients
"Have you felt Distant or Disconnected from your self or your relationships? Do you struggle with Barriers to achieving goals? All of us have biological, psychological, sociological and spiritual components to our mental health. My approaches in therapy match this philosophy; I want people to feel integrated with themselves and the world around them. I have 14 years experience in treating individual adults and children, couples, and families experiencing; Anxiety Disorders, Depression and Long Term Management of Symptoms, Autism Spectrum and ADHD, Couples Issues- Understanding Attachment and Temperament, Family Adjustments, and Co-occuring Chemical Dependency.
"Have you felt Distant or Disconnected from your self or your relationships? Do you struggle with Barriers to achieving goals? All of us have biological, psychological, sociological and spiritual components to our mental health. My approaches in therapy match this philosophy; I want people to feel integrated with themselves and the world around them. I have 14 years experience in treating individual adults and children, couples, and families experiencing; Anxiety Disorders, Depression and Long Term Management of Symptoms, Autism Spectrum and ADHD, Couples Issues- Understanding Attachment and Temperament, Family Adjustments, and Co-occuring Chemical Dependency.
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Shannon Himango
Family Behavioral Healthcare
Darcy Stivland - New Openings
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.
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.
Tara Palmer
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Waitlist for new clients
No two people are exactly alike. Tara pulls from many different therapeutic models allowing her to tailor a unique approach for each client. Tara chooses to keep her caseload small so she can put her full energy into each person she sees. Tara gets to know each of her clients as individuals and creates a safe place to work through challenges
No two people are exactly alike. Tara pulls from many different therapeutic models allowing her to tailor a unique approach for each client. Tara chooses to keep her caseload small so she can put her full energy into each person she sees. Tara gets to know each of her clients as individuals and creates a safe place to work through challenges
We are currently hiring full and part time positions for fully licensed therapists! Those with perinatal, couples, and men's health experience and interest encouraged to apply. The NEST is a boutique mental health and wellness clinic located in beautiful downtown Stillwater. While we specialize in concerns related to the reproductive cycle across the lifespan, we also work with a wide variety of mental health conditions in men, women and adolescents.
We are currently hiring full and part time positions for fully licensed therapists! Those with perinatal, couples, and men's health experience and interest encouraged to apply. The NEST is a boutique mental health and wellness clinic located in beautiful downtown Stillwater. While we specialize in concerns related to the reproductive cycle across the lifespan, we also work with a wide variety of mental health conditions in men, women and adolescents.
Darcy Stivland - New Openings
Licensed Professional Counselor, LICSW, MSW, MA, ICF
Verified Verified
7 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Welcome! Do you have anxious feelings ... stressed? Do you want more than a venting session? Practical tools & skills? Let's go. I am both an experienced clinical psychotherapist and certified physician & leadership coach. The majority of my clients are healthcare providers, first responders, pilots, professors, and leaders. My top niche is supporting those who care for, develop, and lead others. If that's not you, you're welcome too! Common client challenges relate to anxiety, depression, career stress, trauma, relationships, wellness, and gaining clarity of personal priorities. Growing: Currently hiring licensed therapists.
Welcome! Do you have anxious feelings ... stressed? Do you want more than a venting session? Practical tools & skills? Let's go. I am both an experienced clinical psychotherapist and certified physician & leadership coach. The majority of my clients are healthcare providers, first responders, pilots, professors, and leaders. My top niche is supporting those who care for, develop, and lead others. If that's not you, you're welcome too! Common client challenges relate to anxiety, depression, career stress, trauma, relationships, wellness, and gaining clarity of personal priorities. Growing: Currently hiring licensed therapists.
Barbara Jean Shock LeMire
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
Do you feel like you are pretending - that you’ve got it all together and that your life has a purpose? Do you feel out of control or increasingly frustrated about your situation, and terrified that you will not be able to find a way out? Do you, unsuccessfully, try suppressing these negative feelings? Are your relationships suffering and filled with pain?
Do you feel like you are pretending - that you’ve got it all together and that your life has a purpose? Do you feel out of control or increasingly frustrated about your situation, and terrified that you will not be able to find a way out? Do you, unsuccessfully, try suppressing these negative feelings? Are your relationships suffering and filled with pain?
Kimberly Knoll
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
You are smart and resourceful, but feeling stuck. This is so deeply human. We are relational beings. Why would us needing support be any different? Therapy helps you get unstuck, takes it to the next level and challenges you.
You are smart and resourceful, but feeling stuck. This is so deeply human. We are relational beings. Why would us needing support be any different? Therapy helps you get unstuck, takes it to the next level and challenges you.
Feeling uncertain about where to turn in your relationship, family, work, or life? You might be struggling in your relationship or navigating difficulties with family. Maybe you're feeling exhausted from stress, anxiety, chronic illness, or OCD. Many of my clients facing these or other challenges find peace and balance through therapy. I’m here to help you grow not only for the moment but for the long term—so you can withstand whatever comes your way, and thrive. Even in times of distress, the journey to re-becoming holds so much hope. Please let me know if you'd rather meet online via secure video or outdoors in Washington County.
Feeling uncertain about where to turn in your relationship, family, work, or life? You might be struggling in your relationship or navigating difficulties with family. Maybe you're feeling exhausted from stress, anxiety, chronic illness, or OCD. Many of my clients facing these or other challenges find peace and balance through therapy. I’m here to help you grow not only for the moment but for the long term—so you can withstand whatever comes your way, and thrive. Even in times of distress, the journey to re-becoming holds so much hope. Please let me know if you'd rather meet online via secure video or outdoors in Washington County.
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I utilize tools from the Gottman Method, Relational Life Therapy, EFT (both "tapping" and Emotionally Focused Therapy), and EMDR.
I like to do relational work with partners and individuals--trying to navigate how to be in relationship with others can be really stressful and feel impossible. Common issues I work with are boundaries, communication, infidelity, maternal mental health, new parenting dynamics, self-esteem, family-of-origin issues, deconstructing and reconstructing faith, tools for a better relationship, and small "t" and big "T" traumas.
I utilize tools from the Gottman Method, Relational Life Therapy, EFT (both "tapping" and Emotionally Focused Therapy), and EMDR.
I like to do relational work with partners and individuals--trying to navigate how to be in relationship with others can be really stressful and feel impossible. Common issues I work with are boundaries, communication, infidelity, maternal mental health, new parenting dynamics, self-esteem, family-of-origin issues, deconstructing and reconstructing faith, tools for a better relationship, and small "t" and big "T" traumas.
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Gottman Method Therapists
How does the Gottman method work?
One of the core doctrines of the Gottman method is that negative emotions hurt relationships about five times more than positive emotions help them. Thus, couples require five times more positive interactions than negative interactions with each other. The therapist will guide clients on how to improve communication and understanding of each other to manage conflict and have their emotional needs met. The therapist will also advise couples on how to repair relations with each other when conflict arises, and therefore avoid lasting damage.
Is the Gottman method evidence-based?
Yes, this method is an evidence-based approach to couples therapy. The method is based on more than 40 years of research by Drs. John and Julie Gottman, the psychologists who developed the method. The Gottmans analyzed decades of data to draw conclusions about what types of interactions are likely to lead to specific results, and which interventions are most likely to lead to success. Studies have found that this approach leads to improvements in relationship satisfaction, intimacy, communication skills, and a lower rate of divorce.
How long does the Gottman method take?
The duration of treatment depends on the specific challenges clients face. Sessions are typically 60 to 90 minutes long, and an average course of treatment is around 10 sessions. In some cases, such as for couples dealing with a critical problem, the therapist will suggest an intensive course of treatment, with daily sessions over the first two to four days. Treatment is complete when the couple is satisfied and has met the goals they’ve set, and when the therapist believes they have the skills to continue on their own.
Is the Gottman method effective?
Through the Gottman method, couples can achieve changes that are real and sustainable. This treatment has been used for more than 40 years; the method is supported by empirical research, including randomized controlled trials that have demonstrated effectiveness in improving relationship outcomes for couples. Like any talk therapy, success or failure depends in large part on how committed the clients are to making positive changes and working toward results.