Therapists in Saint Louis Park, MN
Janelle DeRubeis
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS, NCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
If you are struggling with your sense of self or relationships due to past traumatic events, depression, or anxiety, know that you are not alone. Experiences such as neglect, abuse, and violence can impact the way we view ourselves and the world. If you are looking to build your self-worth, secure relationships, and overall live a more fulfilling life, I may be able to help! I'm also passionate about working with LGBTQ+ clients who are looking to explore and find acceptance in their gender and sexuality. I gladly support transgender clients in transitioning, such as writing letters of support for gender affirming surgeries.
If you are struggling with your sense of self or relationships due to past traumatic events, depression, or anxiety, know that you are not alone. Experiences such as neglect, abuse, and violence can impact the way we view ourselves and the world. If you are looking to build your self-worth, secure relationships, and overall live a more fulfilling life, I may be able to help! I'm also passionate about working with LGBTQ+ clients who are looking to explore and find acceptance in their gender and sexuality. I gladly support transgender clients in transitioning, such as writing letters of support for gender affirming surgeries.
Bekkah Olson
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
My current work focuses on sex therapy. My areas of speciality within sex therapy include desire and arousal issues, desire discrepancies between partners, vulvodynia/vaginismus and other sexual or pelvic pain, and the intersection of sex and disability. Additionally, I work with adults and older teens–especially queer, trans and LGTBQIA+ people—around issues of mood, attachment, addiction, and identity. I also write letters of support for gender affirmation surgeries.
My current work focuses on sex therapy. My areas of speciality within sex therapy include desire and arousal issues, desire discrepancies between partners, vulvodynia/vaginismus and other sexual or pelvic pain, and the intersection of sex and disability. Additionally, I work with adults and older teens–especially queer, trans and LGTBQIA+ people—around issues of mood, attachment, addiction, and identity. I also write letters of support for gender affirmation surgeries.
Stacy Hatke
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
My commitment in therapy is to help people live their fully authentic life - in whatever way that looks like to you. I have a particular passion for those who love outside the box - I specialize in working with polyamory and non-monogamy, kink, and queer and trans individuals. I like to get curious about the things that make you unique, and find ways to make those parts shine, while also holding space for the difficulty of living with marginalized identities. While I am not a trained trauma therapist, trauma, both single-instance and complex, informs all of my work.
My commitment in therapy is to help people live their fully authentic life - in whatever way that looks like to you. I have a particular passion for those who love outside the box - I specialize in working with polyamory and non-monogamy, kink, and queer and trans individuals. I like to get curious about the things that make you unique, and find ways to make those parts shine, while also holding space for the difficulty of living with marginalized identities. While I am not a trained trauma therapist, trauma, both single-instance and complex, informs all of my work.
Cedar Hill Therapy
Marriage & Family Therapist
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Cedar Hill Therapy provides sensitive, knowledgeable, evidence-based therapy to couples, families, & individuals. For some people, therapy is the beginning of a transformation for their lives and relationships; for others it can help them solve a specific issue and move forward with more confidence and less anxiety. Therapy may help you to see things in a different way or help make a decision that moves you forward.
Ben Powers
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help people improve their mental health. I believe that each person deserves treatment tailored to their experience and needs. In session, I help people change patterns of unhealthy thoughts or behaviors and examine meaning of life experiences. As a counselor, I am open-minded, analytical, and casual while allowing space for challenging clients to improve their lives. I practice from an informed consent perspective aimed at reducing barriers to care and emphasizing bodily autonomy. This often involves writing letters of support for medical transition services.
I use cognitive behavioral therapy to help people improve their mental health. I believe that each person deserves treatment tailored to their experience and needs. In session, I help people change patterns of unhealthy thoughts or behaviors and examine meaning of life experiences. As a counselor, I am open-minded, analytical, and casual while allowing space for challenging clients to improve their lives. I practice from an informed consent perspective aimed at reducing barriers to care and emphasizing bodily autonomy. This often involves writing letters of support for medical transition services.
John L Jankord
Marriage & Family Therapist, LMFT, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55426
Choosing a therapist that is a good fit for your specific needs, values, and methods for change can be challenging. There needs to be a comfort level and fit that will foster a positive and effective working relationship. The therapist's education, experience, competency, and certification, are essential to promoting positive outcomes. I have been working with women, men, couples, and families for 20+ years and have learned so much from clients regarding their concerns, hopes, dreams, and methods of change. My approach is Collaborative, Strengths-Based, and Solution-Focused.
Choosing a therapist that is a good fit for your specific needs, values, and methods for change can be challenging. There needs to be a comfort level and fit that will foster a positive and effective working relationship. The therapist's education, experience, competency, and certification, are essential to promoting positive outcomes. I have been working with women, men, couples, and families for 20+ years and have learned so much from clients regarding their concerns, hopes, dreams, and methods of change. My approach is Collaborative, Strengths-Based, and Solution-Focused.
Tou Lee
Pre-Licensed Professional
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
I am a therapist dedicated to finding the best in every person and helping them help themselves. I truly believe that people do not have enough faith in themselves as experts of their own lives and have thus made it my mission to give credit where credit is due. I want to be that kind of support for everyone I help. About me: I am happily married and we have two kitties who I have fought every one of my allergies for. I've lived in the Midwest for the majority of my life but moved to Minnesota from Colorado.
I am a therapist dedicated to finding the best in every person and helping them help themselves. I truly believe that people do not have enough faith in themselves as experts of their own lives and have thus made it my mission to give credit where credit is due. I want to be that kind of support for everyone I help. About me: I am happily married and we have two kitties who I have fought every one of my allergies for. I've lived in the Midwest for the majority of my life but moved to Minnesota from Colorado.
Heather Johnson, PsyD, LP
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
***Not taking new clients at this time.*** Therapy can provide the resources, skills, and support to make positive transformations in your life. I'm sensitive to each individual's needs, goals, and comfort with the therapeutic process. My philosophy around change includes looking at past relational and emotional experiences, developing skills to manage difficult emotions in the present, and gaining insight into what might be creating barriers to a satisfying life. I offer this guidance in the context of a safe therapeutic relationship. I incorporate self-exploration and coping skill development to help reach your desired goals.
***Not taking new clients at this time.*** Therapy can provide the resources, skills, and support to make positive transformations in your life. I'm sensitive to each individual's needs, goals, and comfort with the therapeutic process. My philosophy around change includes looking at past relational and emotional experiences, developing skills to manage difficult emotions in the present, and gaining insight into what might be creating barriers to a satisfying life. I offer this guidance in the context of a safe therapeutic relationship. I incorporate self-exploration and coping skill development to help reach your desired goals.
Tamar M. Marmor
Marriage & Family Therapist, MPS, ATR, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Drawing on my experience as a clinician, supervisor, and educator, I engage my clients holistically. I am committed to supporting self discovery and insight through a collaborative, supportive, and respectful relationship. My specialties include working with couples, families, and individuals wanting to improve and deepen their relationships. I also have a strong background in eating disorders and various challenges with food and body image. I am interested in life cycle milestones including divorce, birth, and death and have worked with couples and individuals on issues ranging from infidelity and struggles with intimacy, to life transitions.
Drawing on my experience as a clinician, supervisor, and educator, I engage my clients holistically. I am committed to supporting self discovery and insight through a collaborative, supportive, and respectful relationship. My specialties include working with couples, families, and individuals wanting to improve and deepen their relationships. I also have a strong background in eating disorders and various challenges with food and body image. I am interested in life cycle milestones including divorce, birth, and death and have worked with couples and individuals on issues ranging from infidelity and struggles with intimacy, to life transitions.
Rachel Frailich
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Therapy can help you learn how to live in the present, make peace with the past and create a rich and meaningful future. You are ready to get unstuck and feel more alive, connected and engaged. Perhaps you find yourself coping in ways that are no longer working for you. Together we can understand how to help you create a greater sense of purpose, joy, and fulfillment. Therapy can be a transformative process and feeling safe, understood, and connected are essential factors. I have advanced training and am fully certified in Terry Real’s Relational Life Therapy (RLT). Additionally I am pursuing AASECT certification in sex therapy.
Therapy can help you learn how to live in the present, make peace with the past and create a rich and meaningful future. You are ready to get unstuck and feel more alive, connected and engaged. Perhaps you find yourself coping in ways that are no longer working for you. Together we can understand how to help you create a greater sense of purpose, joy, and fulfillment. Therapy can be a transformative process and feeling safe, understood, and connected are essential factors. I have advanced training and am fully certified in Terry Real’s Relational Life Therapy (RLT). Additionally I am pursuing AASECT certification in sex therapy.
Steven Erhart
Licensed Professional Counselor, LPC-CO, LPCC-MN
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416 (Online Only)
Now providing on-line therapy to residence in Minnesota (Self-Pay only) and Colorado (Insurance and Self-Pay) . With over two decades of experience as a mental health therapist, I work with those struggling with life concerns that are keeping them from being the person they truly long to be. Specializing in treatment of abuse and trauma to self-worth, identity, sex therapy, depression, stress, and/or relationship issues.
Now providing on-line therapy to residence in Minnesota (Self-Pay only) and Colorado (Insurance and Self-Pay) . With over two decades of experience as a mental health therapist, I work with those struggling with life concerns that are keeping them from being the person they truly long to be. Specializing in treatment of abuse and trauma to self-worth, identity, sex therapy, depression, stress, and/or relationship issues.
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Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
I am accepting new patients. I currently focus on working with adults and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, eating disorders and relationship concerns. I aim to create an environment where the client feels supported and empowered in order to explore past and present experiences. I work to help clients identify challenges in their life and understand how these challenges or behavior patterns have developed. As a social worker, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space that values multiculturalism and diversity.
I am accepting new patients. I currently focus on working with adults and teens who are experiencing depression, anxiety, trauma, disordered eating, eating disorders and relationship concerns. I aim to create an environment where the client feels supported and empowered in order to explore past and present experiences. I work to help clients identify challenges in their life and understand how these challenges or behavior patterns have developed. As a social worker, I am committed to creating a therapeutic space that values multiculturalism and diversity.
Nikhil Kaistha
Counselor, MSEd, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416 (Online Only)
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) serving the Twin Cities area, passionate about helping and supporting people. I believe that as humans we are always evolving from the experiences that life offers, which has steered me to believe in the interconnectedness of all life, and therefore my practice operates from a framework honoring the unity of the mind, body and spirit. I believe that each person is unique and that there is no one approach to the problems they present.
I am a Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor (LPCC) serving the Twin Cities area, passionate about helping and supporting people. I believe that as humans we are always evolving from the experiences that life offers, which has steered me to believe in the interconnectedness of all life, and therefore my practice operates from a framework honoring the unity of the mind, body and spirit. I believe that each person is unique and that there is no one approach to the problems they present.
Gail M. Yost
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
It is an amazing feeling when you feel heard and understood. Knowing your story will be held with great care and compassion only adds to feeling emotionally safe. Would you like to have that feeling? No longer feeling emotionally exhausted or being held back by anxiety, depression, or a disturbing experience. Let's explore new possibilities. If you are ready for change, give me a call. During this pandemic and beyond, Gail Yost and Associates is now offering telehealth/virtual visits for your convenience and care. We understand that times like this can be challenging on many levels and want to be sure that you feel supported.
It is an amazing feeling when you feel heard and understood. Knowing your story will be held with great care and compassion only adds to feeling emotionally safe. Would you like to have that feeling? No longer feeling emotionally exhausted or being held back by anxiety, depression, or a disturbing experience. Let's explore new possibilities. If you are ready for change, give me a call. During this pandemic and beyond, Gail Yost and Associates is now offering telehealth/virtual visits for your convenience and care. We understand that times like this can be challenging on many levels and want to be sure that you feel supported.
Eddie Luker
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Life is challenging! In today's world external stressors and underlying issues can make it difficult to cope. Whether it be current anxieties, past or current trauma, mood issues, life transitioning or substance use causing distortions and disconnections, psychotherapy can help you move thru these challenges with better outcomes, more confidence and a sense of stability with who you are in a world ever changing.
Life is challenging! In today's world external stressors and underlying issues can make it difficult to cope. Whether it be current anxieties, past or current trauma, mood issues, life transitioning or substance use causing distortions and disconnections, psychotherapy can help you move thru these challenges with better outcomes, more confidence and a sense of stability with who you are in a world ever changing.
Jeffery Nelson
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55426
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT) and work with adult individuals and couples. I work with a wide range of people surrounding topics of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, along with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness(SPMI). I have a long history of working in-home with my clients and I have extensive work with individuals in crisis, SPMI along with racial, economic, sexual, and gender diversity. I strive to cater my therapy toward the individual and meet others where they are at in their healing process. I use a person centered approach and I am an inclusive and trauma informed therapist.
I am a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist(LMFT) and work with adult individuals and couples. I work with a wide range of people surrounding topics of anxiety, depression, trauma, grief and loss, along with Serious and Persistent Mental Illness(SPMI). I have a long history of working in-home with my clients and I have extensive work with individuals in crisis, SPMI along with racial, economic, sexual, and gender diversity. I strive to cater my therapy toward the individual and meet others where they are at in their healing process. I use a person centered approach and I am an inclusive and trauma informed therapist.
Emma Wadsworth
MA, ATR-P
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**TELEHEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED**Everyone goes through times in their life when challenges, big or small, seem impossible to tackle. During these times, you may experience; anxiety, sadness, grief, hopelessness, sleep disturbances, lack of energy and motivation, or decrease in self-esteem. Maybe you are transitioning into the new role of motherhood, dealing with sleep deprivation, mood swings, and feelings of inadequacy. Maybe you are struggling to figure out who you are, how to be your best self, and what will bring more meaning into your life.
**NOW ACCEPTING NEW CLIENTS**TELEHEALTH SERVICES PROVIDED**Everyone goes through times in their life when challenges, big or small, seem impossible to tackle. During these times, you may experience; anxiety, sadness, grief, hopelessness, sleep disturbances, lack of energy and motivation, or decrease in self-esteem. Maybe you are transitioning into the new role of motherhood, dealing with sleep deprivation, mood swings, and feelings of inadequacy. Maybe you are struggling to figure out who you are, how to be your best self, and what will bring more meaning into your life.
Life and Light Psychotherapy and Wellness
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, LPCC
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
If you are reading this, its an important step you just took towards your own healing journey. At Life and Light Healing and Wellness we lovingly attend to you, to all that makes you...you, to co-create a healing space. Whether it's the dark clouds of depression, the tentacles of anxiety, or the storm of PTSD, our clinicians are equipped with the tools and skills to support you through your journey to healing.
Analisa Ballinger
Pre-Licensed Professional, MS
Verified Verified
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Analisa Ballinger is a Cognitive Behavior Therapist in Minnesota who has been practicing since 2016. She has an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. Analisa has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in different settings. She uses a client-centered, humanistic approach, focusing on aspects of family systems, play therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Analisa also works from a collaborative, strength-based approach that's mindful of cultural, ethnic, and economic concerns. She likes to use affirmations, open ended questions, and reflective listening to help clients clarify their goals.
Analisa Ballinger is a Cognitive Behavior Therapist in Minnesota who has been practicing since 2016. She has an MA in Marriage and Family Therapy from Capella University. Analisa has worked with children, adolescents, and adults in different settings. She uses a client-centered, humanistic approach, focusing on aspects of family systems, play therapy, and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy. Analisa also works from a collaborative, strength-based approach that's mindful of cultural, ethnic, and economic concerns. She likes to use affirmations, open ended questions, and reflective listening to help clients clarify their goals.
Jill Morris
Psychologist, PhD, LP
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
Self-doubt, painful memories of the past, and worries about the future are making life feel difficult and exhausting. You want things to change, but you don’t know how or where to begin. That's where therapy can come in. We can do to help you find a path forward. You no longer need to suffer with overwhelming anxiety, stress, and worries. I will partner with you to understand the many factors at play a identify beliefs and behaviors that are interfering with your life and relationships. Together, we will create an individualized plan to help you move towards meaningful and measurable goals and learn techniques to get there.
Self-doubt, painful memories of the past, and worries about the future are making life feel difficult and exhausting. You want things to change, but you don’t know how or where to begin. That's where therapy can come in. We can do to help you find a path forward. You no longer need to suffer with overwhelming anxiety, stress, and worries. I will partner with you to understand the many factors at play a identify beliefs and behaviors that are interfering with your life and relationships. Together, we will create an individualized plan to help you move towards meaningful and measurable goals and learn techniques to get there.
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Transgender Therapists
As a gender-diverse individual, why might I want to see a therapist who is also gender diverse?
A trans or gender-diverse client may want to see a therapist who is also trans or gender diverse because the client may feel safer sharing their experiences and more confident that the therapist will understand, validate, and support them. But trans or gender-diverse clients can also benefit from therapy with cisgender therapists; this is a personal decision based on the connection between the client and the therapist, and if that connection is strong, therapy will be successful.
What if I cannot find a therapist who shares my gender identity?
Therapy can still be effective if a therapist does not share a client’s gender identity; a large body of research indicates that the most important factor in successful therapy is the therapeutic alliance. A therapist can also be interviewed for sensitivity and competence on gender identity and expression to ensure they possess appropriate knowledge and skills. Many therapists have excellent training and extensive experience working with gender-diverse clients, and that expertise can be invaluable despite a therapist not sharing the same firsthand experiences.
How can I recognize a good therapist for working with gender-diverse clients?
An experienced therapist should be able to help clients explore their gender identity and expression, alleviate discomfort related to their gender identity, treat mental health challenges and trauma, address existing relationships and communication with family members and loved ones, and determine the next steps pertaining to nonmedical or medical gender-affirming interventions. To recognize a good therapist, clients can ask about these topics and explore their comfort and connection with the clinician.
How might I inquire about a therapist’s experience working with transgender clients?
Clients should feel comfortable asking therapists directly about their experience working with transgender or gender-diverse clientele. For example, clients may ask about the therapist’s training and education with regard to gender identity, how many trans clients they’ve worked with in the past, and what sorts of matters were discussed. You may wish to inquire how a therapist specifically supports the needs of transgender clients or clients questioning their gender identity. A good clinician who is nonetheless not the right fit for you is often happy to make referrals to others based on the concerns you articulate in a preliminary conversation.