Spirituality Therapists in Sioux Falls, SD
Michelle Anne Pliska
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, QMHP, RPT, NCSC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
It takes courage and strength to ask for help. I am honored to be trusted with your story. I believe healing and inspiration can come from a variety of sources: including creative outlets like music and art, the outdoors, spirituality and our relationships. I will honor our relationship with unconditional positive regard, safety, and confidentiality. I am excited to learn more about you and what you believe it is important for a person to be. I believe we will do good and meaningful work together.
It takes courage and strength to ask for help. I am honored to be trusted with your story. I believe healing and inspiration can come from a variety of sources: including creative outlets like music and art, the outdoors, spirituality and our relationships. I will honor our relationship with unconditional positive regard, safety, and confidentiality. I am excited to learn more about you and what you believe it is important for a person to be. I believe we will do good and meaningful work together.
Jill Kuca- Gottman Couples, Family, Individual
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC, Gottman, SIP, CCHt, MDiv
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
I happily integrate spirituality and counseling should that be your preference.
Stuck? Alone? Why do I do the things I don't want to do, and don't do the things I want to do? Struggling to trust or feel worthy of love? Failed attempts to connect on repeat and overwhelming you? Tired of fighting with no resolution? Dealing with past relational trauma you can't break free from? I am here to help you better connect with others, and even with your own sense of self, even your spirituality if you desire. Find your authentic self and discover you can love that person, and, you are worth being loved. I am here. Lets journey together.
I happily integrate spirituality and counseling should that be your preference.
Stuck? Alone? Why do I do the things I don't want to do, and don't do the things I want to do? Struggling to trust or feel worthy of love? Failed attempts to connect on repeat and overwhelming you? Tired of fighting with no resolution? Dealing with past relational trauma you can't break free from? I am here to help you better connect with others, and even with your own sense of self, even your spirituality if you desire. Find your authentic self and discover you can love that person, and, you are worth being loved. I am here. Lets journey together.
Stephanie Jill Moore
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
I specialize incorporating spirituality in the therapeutic healing process.
I am best at helping people find their purpose, build themselves up from rock bottom, and to help people move from being stuck surviving into someone that is thriving in life's journey. Life circumstances and mental wellness varies when someone walks into my office, but I have witnessed people completely transform. One evidence based and effective approach I use is EMDR in both individual and group settings to move past trauma when feeling stuck in the healing process. When you need emotional healing, I am able to provide direction, understanding, and jump start a person's ability to take on the next life challenge.
I specialize incorporating spirituality in the therapeutic healing process.
I am best at helping people find their purpose, build themselves up from rock bottom, and to help people move from being stuck surviving into someone that is thriving in life's journey. Life circumstances and mental wellness varies when someone walks into my office, but I have witnessed people completely transform. One evidence based and effective approach I use is EMDR in both individual and group settings to move past trauma when feeling stuck in the healing process. When you need emotional healing, I am able to provide direction, understanding, and jump start a person's ability to take on the next life challenge.
Cristina Plaza Ruiz
Marriage & Family Therapist, EdD, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57106 (Online Only)
Waitlist for new clients
We all need to feel seen and heard, especially in difficult times. Accompanying my clients in their journey in the midst of life's challenges is an honor. I work from a strength-based position, incorporating family systems orientations to help obtain and use the tools necessary to cultivate change and growth. As a marriage and family therapist I love to see families and individuals thrive and live healthy lives. I am passionate about mental health with an integrative perspective that includes mindfulness and spirituality.
We all need to feel seen and heard, especially in difficult times. Accompanying my clients in their journey in the midst of life's challenges is an honor. I work from a strength-based position, incorporating family systems orientations to help obtain and use the tools necessary to cultivate change and growth. As a marriage and family therapist I love to see families and individuals thrive and live healthy lives. I am passionate about mental health with an integrative perspective that includes mindfulness and spirituality.
Kristen Ericsson
Licensed Professional Counselor, MS, NCC, LPC-MH, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Issues that may arise in therapy include: anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief & loss, codependence, addiction, spirituality, life transitions, LGBT+ support, career goals, postpartum needs, parenting issues, communication and boundary skills training, and more.
As a licensed mental health practitioner in private practice, I meet each client and situation with openness and authenticity. My office provides a safe and welcoming space for vulnerability, healing, and personal growth. I utilize a client-centered approach combined with effective psychotherapy interventions to help clients reach their desired level of fulfillment and functioning. Combining a variety of therapeutic interventions with my holistic integrative training offers clients a personalized treatment approach to promote healing and optimal holistic health.
Issues that may arise in therapy include: anxiety, depression, trauma, relationships, grief & loss, codependence, addiction, spirituality, life transitions, LGBT+ support, career goals, postpartum needs, parenting issues, communication and boundary skills training, and more.
As a licensed mental health practitioner in private practice, I meet each client and situation with openness and authenticity. My office provides a safe and welcoming space for vulnerability, healing, and personal growth. I utilize a client-centered approach combined with effective psychotherapy interventions to help clients reach their desired level of fulfillment and functioning. Combining a variety of therapeutic interventions with my holistic integrative training offers clients a personalized treatment approach to promote healing and optimal holistic health.
Justin L Nielsen
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, LAC, QMHP, CFRC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
I strive to be available for clients that are looking for acceptance, care and therapeutic insight. My goal is to walk with individuals that desire to know more about themselves and can ultimately become their own therapist, to know themselves fully and completely, as anyone can. As any human, you may struggle with interpersonal relationships and/or the inner workings of self. We all have a journey to experience and a story to tell about it. I am here to help navigate the journey, identify the adventure, and tell the story.
I strive to be available for clients that are looking for acceptance, care and therapeutic insight. My goal is to walk with individuals that desire to know more about themselves and can ultimately become their own therapist, to know themselves fully and completely, as anyone can. As any human, you may struggle with interpersonal relationships and/or the inner workings of self. We all have a journey to experience and a story to tell about it. I am here to help navigate the journey, identify the adventure, and tell the story.
I am a pre-licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and cultivate hope and meaning in their struggles. My approach to therapy blends psychological theories with Biblical wisdom, offering clients holistic support that addresses their spiritual, emotional, and relational needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking greater spiritual alignment and personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey.
I am a pre-licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and cultivate hope and meaning in their struggles. My approach to therapy blends psychological theories with Biblical wisdom, offering clients holistic support that addresses their spiritual, emotional, and relational needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking greater spiritual alignment and personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey.
Scott Wiley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Dakota and nationally certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. He is also an ordained minister of The Wesleyan Church denomination and has over 30 years of pastoral experience. Scott has been trained from both secular and Christian perspectives and has nearly 20 years of clinical experience in both realms. Based on the goals you to the table, I draw heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including its offshoots, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Scott Wiley is a Licensed Professional Counselor in the state of South Dakota and nationally certified by the National Board for Certified Counselors, Inc. He is also an ordained minister of The Wesleyan Church denomination and has over 30 years of pastoral experience. Scott has been trained from both secular and Christian perspectives and has nearly 20 years of clinical experience in both realms. Based on the goals you to the table, I draw heavily from Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, including its offshoots, Dialectical Behavioral Therapy, and Acceptance and Commitment Therapy.
Dr. Joshua S. Duncan
Licensed Professional Counselor, PhD, LPC, QMHP, LAC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57106
Journeying with people in unbecoming to become. The journey forward is inward. I love hearing stories and helping people become more self-aware and empowered to live fully. Learning how to live in peace. I work with teens, young adults, and adults, especially those challenged with attachment issues, addiction, relational trauma, anxiety, personality issues, and leaders. I have completed my PhD in Development Psychology, specializing in leadership and organizational development at Walden University.
Journeying with people in unbecoming to become. The journey forward is inward. I love hearing stories and helping people become more self-aware and empowered to live fully. Learning how to live in peace. I work with teens, young adults, and adults, especially those challenged with attachment issues, addiction, relational trauma, anxiety, personality issues, and leaders. I have completed my PhD in Development Psychology, specializing in leadership and organizational development at Walden University.
Alyssa Howe
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-MH, LAC, QMHP
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57108
Waitlist for new clients
You were created to grow, thrive, and live an abundant life. However, we are sometimes faced with difficult circumstances in life; which explains why we are tempted to find ways to avoid, check out and numb our emotions. My passion is in helping you unpack and sort through the challenges you are facing; whether it’s regarding a past experience, your everyday life, fears about the future or something more devastating.
You were created to grow, thrive, and live an abundant life. However, we are sometimes faced with difficult circumstances in life; which explains why we are tempted to find ways to avoid, check out and numb our emotions. My passion is in helping you unpack and sort through the challenges you are facing; whether it’s regarding a past experience, your everyday life, fears about the future or something more devastating.
Crystal Kapperman
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC, QMHP, CFRC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57104
I help people work through difficult experiences so that they can live a more full and hopeful life. My approach to therapy is very relational and I believe that through the therapeutic relationship, one can begin to heal old wounds. I am trained in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), which helps in processing and changing the way one thinks of themselves in the face of traumatic events.
I help people work through difficult experiences so that they can live a more full and hopeful life. My approach to therapy is very relational and I believe that through the therapeutic relationship, one can begin to heal old wounds. I am trained in EMDR (Eye-Movement Desensitization Reprocessing), which helps in processing and changing the way one thinks of themselves in the face of traumatic events.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, CSW, QMHP, MDiv
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
It is a gift to listen and lean in to each of my client’s unique stories as we navigate the difficulties and joys of life. Working with individuals, couples, and families, I seek to offer an accepting, warm, and encouraging space where people learn about, and understand themselves, in light of the world around them. Though I primarily work with teens and families, I do enjoy working with adults and couples as well. I especially enjoy counseling those who have difficulties with depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, Christian/spiritual difficulties, and behavioral issues.
It is a gift to listen and lean in to each of my client’s unique stories as we navigate the difficulties and joys of life. Working with individuals, couples, and families, I seek to offer an accepting, warm, and encouraging space where people learn about, and understand themselves, in light of the world around them. Though I primarily work with teens and families, I do enjoy working with adults and couples as well. I especially enjoy counseling those who have difficulties with depression, anxiety, neurodivergence, Christian/spiritual difficulties, and behavioral issues.
Kathryn has worked with youth since 2014 in a variety of programs including residential settings, education, early childhood, and counseling centers. Kathryn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Concordia College Moorhead and a Master of Science in Counseling and Student Affairs from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She obtained her Associate of Social Work license in 2018 and is currently working towards her Licensed Professional Counselor hours in South Dakota.
Kathryn has worked with youth since 2014 in a variety of programs including residential settings, education, early childhood, and counseling centers. Kathryn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Concordia College Moorhead and a Master of Science in Counseling and Student Affairs from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She obtained her Associate of Social Work license in 2018 and is currently working towards her Licensed Professional Counselor hours in South Dakota.
Jessica Rae Kaiser
Licensed Professional Counselor, DMin, LMFT, LPC
Verified Verified
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
I offer long term, in depth, therapy for individuals that are looking for lasting relief of symptoms and reconciling the issue(s) once and for all. I look at both conscious and unconscious processes as information about where the problems may originate. Awareness, Insight and Choice are key to this process.
I offer long term, in depth, therapy for individuals that are looking for lasting relief of symptoms and reconciling the issue(s) once and for all. I look at both conscious and unconscious processes as information about where the problems may originate. Awareness, Insight and Choice are key to this process.
Choosing a therapist is a courageous step towards self-discovery and healing. With empathy and understanding, I am dedicated to meeting you where you are. My approach focuses on fostering deeper self-awareness, acceptance, and nurturing healthier relationships. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to explore your personal experiences and honor your narrative. Nurturing ourselves starts with reconnecting with past wounds, especially from childhood. By emphasizing the brain-body connection, I help integrate all aspects of yourself, including emotional complexities and life challenges.
Choosing a therapist is a courageous step towards self-discovery and healing. With empathy and understanding, I am dedicated to meeting you where you are. My approach focuses on fostering deeper self-awareness, acceptance, and nurturing healthier relationships. In our sessions, you'll find a safe space to explore your personal experiences and honor your narrative. Nurturing ourselves starts with reconnecting with past wounds, especially from childhood. By emphasizing the brain-body connection, I help integrate all aspects of yourself, including emotional complexities and life challenges.
Jason VanRuler
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPC-MH, QMHP, CSAT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57105
I specialize in working with clients seeking to better understand themselves and foster deeper connections in their relationships. Many of my clients find themselves excelling at many areas of their life while still feeling alone, discontent, and disconnected. This can lead to destructive behaviors as well as depression, anxiety, and addiction. Through a holistic approach, we will get to the heart of the matter and begin to identify and build a life that has more happiness, connection, and contentment. Sessions are a curated experience and conducted with the utmost discretion and regard for confidentiality.
I specialize in working with clients seeking to better understand themselves and foster deeper connections in their relationships. Many of my clients find themselves excelling at many areas of their life while still feeling alone, discontent, and disconnected. This can lead to destructive behaviors as well as depression, anxiety, and addiction. Through a holistic approach, we will get to the heart of the matter and begin to identify and build a life that has more happiness, connection, and contentment. Sessions are a curated experience and conducted with the utmost discretion and regard for confidentiality.
I have always viewed my work as a therapist as an honor and privilege to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to address some of their most sensitive and intimate struggles they've experienced in life. I work with clients ranging in age from high school into late adulthood. I have extensive experience working with marital and relationship problems, infidelity, divorce issues, those who might struggle with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family of origin issues and trauma of abuse. I also have a special heart for those who have endured medical illness. Working as a therapist is my passion.
I have always viewed my work as a therapist as an honor and privilege to walk alongside individuals, couples and families to address some of their most sensitive and intimate struggles they've experienced in life. I work with clients ranging in age from high school into late adulthood. I have extensive experience working with marital and relationship problems, infidelity, divorce issues, those who might struggle with depression, anxiety, grief and loss, family of origin issues and trauma of abuse. I also have a special heart for those who have endured medical illness. Working as a therapist is my passion.
If you’ve tried everything but still feel stuck in cycles of exhaustion, frustration, overwhelm, depression, lashing out, withdrawing, or numbing…its time to synthesize brain-body approaches that move you out of just changing your thoughts and into changing your life.
If you’ve tried everything but still feel stuck in cycles of exhaustion, frustration, overwhelm, depression, lashing out, withdrawing, or numbing…its time to synthesize brain-body approaches that move you out of just changing your thoughts and into changing your life.
Beth Hall
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, CSW, QMHP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Sioux Falls, SD 57110
I received my MSW from the University of North Dakota in 2015. I am a licensed therapist in South Dakota. I have years of experience working with serious mental illness, home based therapy, relationships, children/adolescents, suicide, and EAP services. I put the needs of my clients at the forefront of my therapy in a non judgmental and accepting manner. I believe in the balance of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well being. I enjoy helping clients achieve the changes they desire in their lives.
I received my MSW from the University of North Dakota in 2015. I am a licensed therapist in South Dakota. I have years of experience working with serious mental illness, home based therapy, relationships, children/adolescents, suicide, and EAP services. I put the needs of my clients at the forefront of my therapy in a non judgmental and accepting manner. I believe in the balance of mental, emotional, physical and spiritual well being. I enjoy helping clients achieve the changes they desire in their lives.
We all go through challenges in life and shouldn’t have to face hard times alone. My passion is to come alongside and help you navigate these challenges. As a therapist pursing my certification as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, I specialize in working with teens and their families, and adults who struggle with symptoms from eating disorders, such as anorexia-nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, over exercising, body dysmorphia, and disordered eating. I also work with adults and teens who have symptoms of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, and day to day life stressors.
We all go through challenges in life and shouldn’t have to face hard times alone. My passion is to come alongside and help you navigate these challenges. As a therapist pursing my certification as a Certified Eating Disorder Specialist, I specialize in working with teens and their families, and adults who struggle with symptoms from eating disorders, such as anorexia-nervosa, bulimia, binge eating disorder, over exercising, body dysmorphia, and disordered eating. I also work with adults and teens who have symptoms of anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorder, depression, and day to day life stressors.
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What should I expect from therapy that incorporates a focus on spirituality?
Spirituality can mean different things to different individuals, depending on their experiences, beliefs, and life histories. Some individuals focus on strengthening their belief system, while others experience spirituality in secular ways, such as through meditation, yoga, or by spending time in nature. Clients can expect a therapist to help guide and grow their spirituality through any of these techniques, encouraging the individual to cope with the challenges they face and develop strategies to build resilience and purpose to improve their outlook in life.
What are the most common treatments that include spirituality?
There are several treatments that incorporate spirituality. Mindfulness-based cognitive therapy (MBCT) helps a person examine and reframe their negative thoughts and behaviors. Acceptance and commitment therapy (ACT) focuses on emotional acceptance and psychological flexibility. Existential therapy is most often used to address anxiety, depression, grief, loneliness, apathy, despair, questions of identity, and feelings of purposelessness and existential dread. Transpersonal therapy focuses on a client’s spirituality and meaning in life and may incorporate techniques including meditation, visualization, hypnotherapy, dream analysis, and or breathwork.
Can therapy incorporating spirituality help atheistic or agnostic individuals?
Yes. For non-believers, spirituality can offer benefits including a greater sense of connection to others and to the natural world. An interest in spirituality may also spur individuals to pursue mindfulness practices, or to contemplate their purpose in life and how to achieve it.
How effective is spirituality as a therapeutic remedy?
Research suggests spirituality is generally beneficial for individuals. It is correlated with better health habits, such as less substance use, and an improved capacity to cope with stress and other mental health challenges. Increased spirituality can lead individuals to become more empathic and less materialistic, as well.