Therapists in North Dakota

Do you feel like you have burned bridges or have been cut out of the lives of those you love the most? Maybe you are feeling lost, confused, and lonely. Living with addiction puts us under unusual stress. We take on role of caregiving, the addict, the person who is blamed, and the other who is working to be the hero. These roles are results of a loss of control and hurt all because you care. That you are here.

As a mental health counselor and substance use counselor I have enjoyed walking alongside my clients who are striving to improve the quality of their life. It is my goal to work with my clients to achieve their goals. We all need a little help, encouragement, and guidance at times; I am looking forward to helping you achieve your goals and live your best life.

Let’s face it, life can be challenging at times, and you do not have to go through it alone. If you are reading this, you are already taking the first steps to a better tomorrow. I am here to help you navigate whatever challenges you are facing. Therapy is a collaborative and creative approach that offers self-reflection and self-discovery. My passion is to help empower people to assert control over their mental health, cultivate your strengths, relieve emotional distress and suffering, and to make space for your thoughts, feelings, and experiences.

My intention as a therapist is to create a safe, genuinely compassionate space to help you process through concerns, learn skills to help reduce symptoms, and improve the areas of your life that have been affected by concerns.

Dealing with overwhelming stress is terrible. How many times have you “not made the smart choice” to cope with anxiety, stress or sadness? How often do you say to yourself “I hate feelings”? Do you often think “what is wrong with me, I know that was a terrible idea. I don’t even know what I was thinking?”. Maybe you even wonder if you are beyond helping, or that you have no idea where to start. Well, you might not be able to change things happening in your life, but you can change how you adapt and view those stressors.

Life's journey can often throw us curve balls. Everyone is worthy of love and belonging, however sometimes it is hard to be able to put yourself first and nurture your emotional needs. With the correct level of support, I firmly believe that anyone can achieve better emotional stability, find moments of joy, and learn to live in the present. No one is able to "fix" another's mental health concerns, yet through support, encouragement, education, empathy, and understanding, you can have the knowledge and tools to reach your own personal goals. I have worked in the mental field for 10 years.

If you are feeling stuck in unhappiness, overwhelmed by the pressures of daily life, or have been carrying a burden for too long, you are not alone. Therapy can help you heal from the past, feel more connected to the people around you, stop unwanted thoughts and find more enjoyment in your life. I help people overcome their past to be able to build better relationships, find their drive and live a more satisfied life.

Jamie Barnett is a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor and a Licensed Addiction Counselor who has experience working with individuals of all ages. She specializes in working with children, adolescents and young adults and their families. She completed Chemical Dependency Evaluations for all ages.

Keri offers compassion and empathy to each individual, couple and family she encounters. When counseling adolescents she provides an inviting and warm environment that gives young people the space and courage to express their thoughts and feelings. She believes that every adolescent deserves to live a happy, healthy and fulfilling life. Keri is also passionate about helping couples navigate the complex dynamics of their relationship. Committing to counseling with your partner can provide the support and empowerment you both need - when you need it most. Keri is here to walk alongside you in your healing journey.

I am a clinically certified trauma professional as well as an LPCC and an LADC. I am able to help clients recognize and develop coping skills to help them manage their mental health symptoms and their chemical dependency issues. I am able to help clients recognize where their possible trauma has settled within their body. I assist clients in developing awareness of their minds and body and become more mindful of their whole sense of self. No one wants to suffer and if they are, I am able to help them identify what is causing their suffering and work through it or provide them with the tools to do so once they are on their own.

Welcome! Congratulations on making it this far in your search for a better life! The information below is provided to help you decide whether you want to work with me. If questions remain, you can email or call to arrange a free 15-minute consultation. My therapeutic approach is based on good general counseling skills, meaning that regardless of the theories employed, I strive to promote a professional relationship in which you feel heard and seen and validated. I rely primarily on motivational interviewing and cognitive behavior therapy but often use additional approaches, such as DBT, EMDR, ACT, RCT, and more.

General outpatient mental health concerns (i.e., depression, anxiety, bipolar disorders, relationships, etc.), trauma-informed care, stage of life transitions, the role of spirituality in the healing process, Somatic experiencing, self-love, play therapy, meditation and mindfulness practices.

I have worked with groups and individuals since 2006 with a focus on helping clients decrease unwanted mental health symptoms as well as helping them reach their full potential. I utilize an integrative evidence-based approach to include Cognitive-Behavioral (CBT) to help clients gain self-awareness and challenge negative thinking. I focus on treating the whole person including the mind, body, and spirit. I utilize Mindfulness Techniques, Movement/Dance Instructing, and Spiritual Meditation alongside traditional therapy to treat each person’s needs holistically. Payment portal: www.xodusmwc.wixsite.com/payments.