Solution Focused Brief (SFBT) Therapists in Crow Wing County, MN

Did you know that when you experience conflict in your relationship, the issue is usually not what it seems? We engage in struggles with our partner for reasons that are often unknown--even to ourselves. By exploring some of the hidden reasons we chose the person we are with and learning the true nature of our conflicts with one another, we can ultimately grow toward a more satisfying, rewarding relationship. Your partner doesn't want to join you? That's OK. You might be surprised how much can change by the things you learn on your own.

Whether you are feeling overwhelmed, discouraged, or simply not meeting your life goals, therapy can help. So often, clients come to me feeling as though no one else has listened to them or taken them seriously. It is my goal to make you feel heard and understood, while providing guidance to assist you to take steps to improve your well-being. My practice focuses on building a strong therapeutic relationship, and helping you feel comfortable as we move forward step by step toward your goals.

Dedicated to women's holistic well-being, I specialize in addressing the unique challenges faced by women aged 15 and up. Through a blend of compassion, understanding, and a touch of humor, I focus on the complexities of life through the female lens. I work to support clients in navigating different life stages, learn strategies to help improve relationships, process trauma, break unhealthy generational patterns, understand our own mental health and how it may change throughout the course of our lifetimes all while gaining healthy coping skills and working to find the true meaning of love for ourselves and others.

Hi. I'm here to support you through your therapeutic process, whatever that looks like. I believe that each person's therapy experience is unique to them and aim to work with a client in a way that is most meaningful to them. I enjoy working with people of all ages, backgrounds and situations. I began my career working with and learning about children and play therapy. I've expanded my knowledge to include trauma, anxiety, OCD, depression, stress, anger and other mental health concerns with all ages. Please call or email with any questions. I am happy to help.

With extensive experience working with patients, I have developed a deep passion for supporting individuals navigating trauma, anxiety, depression, and the unique complexities of foster care/adoption.

Welcome! Brene Brown, social worker/researcher states: "One day you will tell your story of how you overcame and what you went through and it will be someone else's survival guide". I believe in our ability to overcome our struggles in life, and how these can bring out our strengths and character that we otherwise would not have known in ourselves. Starting therapy is a journey and a courageous first step to take. I have confidence that with support and guidance you can find strength and meaning in the difficulties that bring you to therapy.

Sometimes relationships and your mood can improve with small changes to your thoughts and behaviors. I have many years of experience working with depression, anxiety, addiction, relationship conflict and trauma. I believe in a holistic approach that includes the mind, body, spiritual and emotions.

I focus on WHOLE body wellness. If you've tried traditional therapy and it hasn't helped you in the way you'd like, or if you'd like a more holistic approach that includes the physical body in the healing of the emotional and mental body, I can help. I provide an inclusive environment that allows healing to take place on a variety of levels. Embodied counseling uses body practices intertwined with traditional talk therapy, weaving in research backed therapeutic yoga techniques such as breathwork, movement, and mindfulness to regulate the nervous system, process emotions, and assist you in healing depression, anxiety, and trauma.

Do you feel discouraged about the direction your life is going? Is it difficult lately for you to make decisions? Are you grieving because of unresolved challenges in your marriage or family relationships? Talk therapy helps sort out what is not working and how to take steps toward a healthier outlook. Getting unstuck and moving again is not as difficult as it may seem once barriers are identified and resolved. Your life goals are not beyond reach, and all things are possible one step at a time.

Individuals struggling in life experiencing issues with addiction, alcohol and substance use, anxiety, depression, conflict resolution, self worth, relationship, daily stressors, and difficulties being overwhelmed and focusing. I specialize in working with individuals experiencing mental health crisis by assisting with developing healthy coping strategies while in distress.

Hello! I’m a trauma therapist who is passionate about helping my clients heal and grow. I understand how difficult it can be to seek help when you’re struggling, and I’m here to support you every step of the way. I specialize in working with individuals who have experienced grief, loss, or childhood trauma and are ready to take the first step towards healing. Note: I additionally have a special interest in working with parents who have lost a child, and am trained in utilizing EMDR with people who cope with dissociation.

I've been working with adults and teens for over 47 years. My approach is empathic, direct, and thoughtful. Given I have a wide background in my training, I adapt my therapeutic approach to your needs. I find that effective therapy is a collaborative approach where we work together to understand your concerns, their origins and most importantly what can be done to bring about both the internal and behavioral changes that will be beneficial to you. My goal in therapy is to help integrate your shame and vulnerabilities into a healthy identity grounded in self-esteem and pride.

Our mission is to normalize mental health, reduce the stigma, strengthen the community, and help people reach their goals/dreams. We use your expertise on yourself, your strengths, and our knowledge about mental health to help you get what you want out of therapy. We are someone on the outside who can recognize patterns, challenge them when needed, offer ways to change that pattern, but we don't shame you if you don't want to, can't or are not ready. We understand that you need a connection, and aren't an "authority" figure. We acknowledge we are human too.

Anxiety? Depression? Just sick and tired of being sick and tired? We get it. Life can be a pain in the .....well.... a pain. Sometimes we just have to let it all out. Our team of experienced therapists get it. Trauma? YEP! ADHD? YEP! Military and public service? YEP! Let us help. We can offer you an alternative, non- doctory, take of your shoes and be comfy, place to let it all start to heal. We work with children, adults, couples, and families. Let us help you, help yourself.

Ready to rest a little easier? I'm here to help with all of the things that keep you up at night. Trauma, anxiety, insomnia/sleep problems, stress with a partner or work? Ready to find balance in your life, call me! My clients are professionals and parents who are ready to put to bed the things that keep them awake when they should be asleep. We address work-life balance, boundaries, and old patterns, including being everything to everyone. My clients appreciate a practical, honest style that gets them on the right path to feeling better. They want a practical approach to help get results juggling soccer schedules or board members.

Now Accepting clients virtually Saturday, SUNDAY, and MONDAY evenings! Take the first step towards transformation. Together, we can explore your journey, implement strategies for change, and uncover the results that are not only possible but achievable. Life is too precious not to live it to the fullest, and I am here to support you every step of the way. I invite you to discover moments of peace and cultivate hope for the future. Life is too short not to embrace the joy and contentment that can be found within it.

You know by now that the process of transitioning through whatever situation you are dealing with in your life can be very difficult and painful. Partnering with a professional will help you get through the stormy waters, manage the difficulties and the pain, and access the resources you really need to get out of the storm. My areas of expertise are relationships, depression, loss of motivation, anxiety, stress, trauma, sexual abuse and sexual addiction and issues, domestic abuse, and fears of all kinds. I help people release their blockages so they can free themselves and continue to continue to live their lives to the fullest.

My ideal client might be afraid to begin with. They may think I will tell them they are crazy, or look at them in shock for what they tell me. When I reassure them their trauma has taken a toll, but they are not crazy, and I can help them, they will relax. They will learn to trust me and open up. By opening up about their lives and what they have been through and working through their trauma, they will come out on the other side realizing they no longer need to experience the pain, and can experience the joy they always strived for.

I specialize with substance abuse/addiction, eating disorders, and co-occurring mental health diagnosis such anxiety, depression and trauma. This includes family members. When you're not sure if it's really a problem but you're open to exploring it; when you're pretty sure it's a problem but you need help figuring out what's next; when you know it's a problem but you've struggled to find a way out.... I understand the concerns very well, professionally and personally, and I can help orient you, figure out where you want things to be, and help you develop a plan to get there.