Therapists in White Bear Lake, MN
Brittany Reading
Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
I frequently work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety and depression.
Life can be tough - and we are not meant to go through life alone! Many of the individuals that I work with feel like they have gotten to a place where they feel overwhelmed and need a space to process this stress with someone other than friends or partner. These folks typically include students (from undergraduates to the doctoral level), parents of young children, and individuals in high-stress jobs (educators, healthcare professionals), and people who are exploring their own identity. I enjoy working with people 18+ in an individual setting to help reconnect with their most authentic selves.
I frequently work with individuals who are experiencing anxiety and depression.
Life can be tough - and we are not meant to go through life alone! Many of the individuals that I work with feel like they have gotten to a place where they feel overwhelmed and need a space to process this stress with someone other than friends or partner. These folks typically include students (from undergraduates to the doctoral level), parents of young children, and individuals in high-stress jobs (educators, healthcare professionals), and people who are exploring their own identity. I enjoy working with people 18+ in an individual setting to help reconnect with their most authentic selves.
Dan Hinderaker
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I work with adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma history, emotional regulation and/or distress tolerance, anger and behavioral issues, grief, sexual preference/identity and relationship problems.
Hello! As a psychotherapist, I will strive to connect with you, support you, and help you identify and achieve your goals. Therapy can be as simple as learning new tools, or it can be a more complex and deeper process. For example, anxiety and depression can be indicators of deeper wounds or that a person has gone off course in some way. In either case, working with me is a dance between treating problems and building on strengths. Whatever the nature of your therapy, I believe everyone has the power to heal, grow, and reach their full potential emotionally, intellectually and physically.
I work with adults and teens struggling with anxiety, depression, trauma history, emotional regulation and/or distress tolerance, anger and behavioral issues, grief, sexual preference/identity and relationship problems.
Hello! As a psychotherapist, I will strive to connect with you, support you, and help you identify and achieve your goals. Therapy can be as simple as learning new tools, or it can be a more complex and deeper process. For example, anxiety and depression can be indicators of deeper wounds or that a person has gone off course in some way. In either case, working with me is a dance between treating problems and building on strengths. Whatever the nature of your therapy, I believe everyone has the power to heal, grow, and reach their full potential emotionally, intellectually and physically.
Terri M Ulschmid
Licensed Professional Counselor, MA, LPCC
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
Waitlist for new clients
My specialties include: anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, personality disorders, spirituality, addiction and recovery, dialectical behavioral therapy, LGBTQIA issues, stress management, women’s issues, grief, and transitions.
Do you feel like you are in a pattern that appears to be repeating? Are you continuing to tell stories, and some can be painful to hold I work with people who experience stress and anxiety, grief and depression. We will do this by naming patterns and I will teach you how to regulate your emotions, learn how to communicate with others by standing up for yourself, and tolerate your emotions through difficult life events and stressful situations without making them worse.
My specialties include: anxiety disorders, depression, bipolar, personality disorders, spirituality, addiction and recovery, dialectical behavioral therapy, LGBTQIA issues, stress management, women’s issues, grief, and transitions.
Do you feel like you are in a pattern that appears to be repeating? Are you continuing to tell stories, and some can be painful to hold I work with people who experience stress and anxiety, grief and depression. We will do this by naming patterns and I will teach you how to regulate your emotions, learn how to communicate with others by standing up for yourself, and tolerate your emotions through difficult life events and stressful situations without making them worse.
Jessica Dresden
Psychologist, PsyD, LP
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I have specialized training using evidence-based approaches to successfully help individuals (ages 5-99+) address: Anxiety, Fears/Phobias, Social Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, Shame/Guilt, Low Self-Esteem, Emotional Dysregulation, Life Transitions/Stressors, and Parenting Challenges.
Hello! I am so glad you are taking the first steps in seeking support. In our work together you can expect me to be down to earth, kind, and personable. Together we will identify practical, concrete solutions to address your concerns while processing and working through deeper issues or stressors that are keeping you stuck. I will both challenge and support you. I am upfront and open with my clients in a gentle way and I flex my approach based upon your unique needs.
I have specialized training using evidence-based approaches to successfully help individuals (ages 5-99+) address: Anxiety, Fears/Phobias, Social Anxiety, Trauma/PTSD, Obsessive Compulsive Disorder, Depression, Shame/Guilt, Low Self-Esteem, Emotional Dysregulation, Life Transitions/Stressors, and Parenting Challenges.
Hello! I am so glad you are taking the first steps in seeking support. In our work together you can expect me to be down to earth, kind, and personable. Together we will identify practical, concrete solutions to address your concerns while processing and working through deeper issues or stressors that are keeping you stuck. I will both challenge and support you. I am upfront and open with my clients in a gentle way and I flex my approach based upon your unique needs.
Sheena O'Brien
Psychologist, MA, LP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and would like to make changes in your life? Have you been faced with transitions such as relocating, career shift, or relationship struggles? Leaving a partner or community can be painful and isolating. By working together in a supportive environment we can find positive solutions to life's problems. I enjoy providing therapy for clients with anxiety and depression, as well as assisting adults with life transitions such as relationships, career, and relocating. I believe that honesty and a sense of humor create positive relationships.
Are you struggling with anxiety or depression and would like to make changes in your life? Have you been faced with transitions such as relocating, career shift, or relationship struggles? Leaving a partner or community can be painful and isolating. By working together in a supportive environment we can find positive solutions to life's problems. I enjoy providing therapy for clients with anxiety and depression, as well as assisting adults with life transitions such as relationships, career, and relocating. I believe that honesty and a sense of humor create positive relationships.
Minnesota Online Counseling
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Maybe a big life transition has occurred, or the end of a relationship, or just a long-standing issue with anxiety, depression, or some other mental health concern.
Get counseling without going out. We have specialized in remote online counseling for over 4 years. We have several therapists with immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. Our online services are covered by insurance. We also offer in-office counseling in our office in White Bear Lake, MN. We believe we can all use help at various times in our life to get through stressful times, break unhelpful patterns, and see if we can live our life with more happiness. Counseling can help to sort things out, resolve past and present issues, and help clear your mind for sound decision-making.
Maybe a big life transition has occurred, or the end of a relationship, or just a long-standing issue with anxiety, depression, or some other mental health concern.
Get counseling without going out. We have specialized in remote online counseling for over 4 years. We have several therapists with immediate openings for daytime, evening, and weekend appointments. Our online services are covered by insurance. We also offer in-office counseling in our office in White Bear Lake, MN. We believe we can all use help at various times in our life to get through stressful times, break unhelpful patterns, and see if we can live our life with more happiness. Counseling can help to sort things out, resolve past and present issues, and help clear your mind for sound decision-making.
Lydia Garcia
Pre-Licensed Professional, MSW, LGSW
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I believe that everyone has inherent strengths that can be illuminated through therapy. My approach is centered on exploring your authenticity, providing space where you can share thoughts and feelings without fear or criticism, and strengthening your understanding of yourself in connection to your community. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals, looking at cultural/systemic barriers when discussing factors of stress. Folks who tend to find their way into my office are looking to address concerns around their identity, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or a wide spectrum of traumatic experiences.
I believe that everyone has inherent strengths that can be illuminated through therapy. My approach is centered on exploring your authenticity, providing space where you can share thoughts and feelings without fear or criticism, and strengthening your understanding of yourself in connection to your community. I enjoy working collaboratively with individuals, looking at cultural/systemic barriers when discussing factors of stress. Folks who tend to find their way into my office are looking to address concerns around their identity, anxiety, depression, life transitions, or a wide spectrum of traumatic experiences.
Shannon Himango
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
4 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
My areas of interest/training include couples & individual therapy with a focus on relational trauma & infidelity; premarital counseling, eldercare; sexuality; anxiety; depression; grief & loss; assertiveness, mindfulness, healthy self-care practices.
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.
My areas of interest/training include couples & individual therapy with a focus on relational trauma & infidelity; premarital counseling, eldercare; sexuality; anxiety; depression; grief & loss; assertiveness, mindfulness, healthy self-care practices.
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.
Lauren Fullerton
Licensed Professional Clinical Counselor, MS, LADC, LPCC
Verified Verified
2 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
I have additional experience and specialize with co-occurring substance and mental health issues, adolescents, individual adults, depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, and CBT.
Hello! I am committed to offering an understanding, safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. I believe that you know yourself best and I empower you to find your voice and create changes to overcome obstacles. I work with you to navigate the roads of change and to find a life that is fulfilling to you. I believe that awareness is essential, and together we will look at recurring patterns of thoughts and behaviors in your life. I incorporate mindfulness based skills to create a more powerful connection between your mind and body. I believe that with this knowledge about yourself, you can find inner peace and self-acceptance.
I have additional experience and specialize with co-occurring substance and mental health issues, adolescents, individual adults, depression, anxiety, anger management, domestic violence, and CBT.
Hello! I am committed to offering an understanding, safe, supportive, and collaborative environment. I believe that you know yourself best and I empower you to find your voice and create changes to overcome obstacles. I work with you to navigate the roads of change and to find a life that is fulfilling to you. I believe that awareness is essential, and together we will look at recurring patterns of thoughts and behaviors in your life. I incorporate mindfulness based skills to create a more powerful connection between your mind and body. I believe that with this knowledge about yourself, you can find inner peace and self-acceptance.
Norah Knabe
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
3 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
Hello! I am a licensed psychotherapist & have been in practice since 2011. Presently, I provide telehealth services to individuals (age 10+) through my private practice: Rosewood Family Therapy, Inc. Expertise in working with those struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationships, family dynamics, divorce & stress management. (Currently accepting new individual clients with daytime availability - not taking on couples/families at this time).
Hello! I am a licensed psychotherapist & have been in practice since 2011. Presently, I provide telehealth services to individuals (age 10+) through my private practice: Rosewood Family Therapy, Inc. Expertise in working with those struggling with emotional regulation, anxiety, depression, eating disorders, relationships, family dynamics, divorce & stress management. (Currently accepting new individual clients with daytime availability - not taking on couples/families at this time).
Melody Olson
Pre-Licensed Professional, MA
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Waitlist for new clients
The clients I serve deal with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, high sensitivity, giftedness, creativity burnout, vocational issues, relationship issues, ADHD and executive functioning, Autism, identity issues, and spiritual issues They seek to find a sense of meaning, rest, joy, as their truest, most authentic selves, overcoming issues like codependency, sustained trauma, and emotional regulation. They long to live an integrated life and connect deeply with the people they love.
The clients I serve deal with a variety of issues including depression, anxiety, high sensitivity, giftedness, creativity burnout, vocational issues, relationship issues, ADHD and executive functioning, Autism, identity issues, and spiritual issues They seek to find a sense of meaning, rest, joy, as their truest, most authentic selves, overcoming issues like codependency, sustained trauma, and emotional regulation. They long to live an integrated life and connect deeply with the people they love.
Kris Anderson
Marriage & Family Therapist Associate, MA, LAMFT
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.
Kim A Lundholm-Eades
Marriage & Family Therapist, MS, LMFT, SEP
Verified Verified
1 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55127
I have over 30 years working in mental health and addiction. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents dealing with addiction, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, communication, boundaries, parenting, crisis intervention, trauma, relationship issues, women's issues, GBLTQ+, work life issues and life transitions. I am strength based in my approach and strive to assist people to empower themselves and to have the courage to change the things they can. I have completed the three year intensive training in Somatic Experiencing (SE) qualifying me as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
I have over 30 years working in mental health and addiction. I work with individuals, couples, families, adolescents dealing with addiction, grief/loss, depression, anxiety, communication, boundaries, parenting, crisis intervention, trauma, relationship issues, women's issues, GBLTQ+, work life issues and life transitions. I am strength based in my approach and strive to assist people to empower themselves and to have the courage to change the things they can. I have completed the three year intensive training in Somatic Experiencing (SE) qualifying me as a Somatic Experiencing Practitioner.
Claudia Petcu
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LPsy, LGSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Waitlist for new clients
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.
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.
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.
Coleen Groen
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, MSW, LICSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
My areas of specializations include reproductive mental health (pregnancy, infertility, loss, postpartum, adoption) PTSD, anxiety, depression, parenting, eating disorders, marital distress, life transitions, and grief.
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.
My areas of specializations include reproductive mental health (pregnancy, infertility, loss, postpartum, adoption) PTSD, anxiety, depression, parenting, eating disorders, marital distress, life transitions, and grief.
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.
Shae Loucks
Clinical Social Work/Therapist, LICSW
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
If you're here because your past traumas are creeping up on you, what you show the world doesn't align with what's on the inside, or your anxiety/depression has depleted you---I want to work with you. You might be someone who has a hard time asking for help, so the fact that you're even thinking about getting it is a big step. You don't have to keep feeling the way you are. Sometimes, we just need a therapist to guide us along our path to feeling better. I want you to feel equipped to handle life’s ever-changing ups and downs, and to be able to do it with a sense of purpose, stability, and self-awareness.
If you're here because your past traumas are creeping up on you, what you show the world doesn't align with what's on the inside, or your anxiety/depression has depleted you---I want to work with you. You might be someone who has a hard time asking for help, so the fact that you're even thinking about getting it is a big step. You don't have to keep feeling the way you are. Sometimes, we just need a therapist to guide us along our path to feeling better. I want you to feel equipped to handle life’s ever-changing ups and downs, and to be able to do it with a sense of purpose, stability, and self-awareness.
Intuitive Therapy & Consulting, LLC
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Verified Verified
8 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Immediate openings for couples and families. Intuitive Therapy & Consulting is a mindful and holistic counseling clinic. Our therapists are empathic professionals who are trained to treat a variety of symptoms and presenting concerns from a collaborative and whole-person approach. Our goal is to partner with you to assist in identifying and understanding the important issues in your life that are creating struggles for you. Our holistic approach is to work to resolve the presenting concerns while identifying and addressing the underlying patterns. We strive to work together to offer ways to cope that work for you.
Immediate openings for couples and families. Intuitive Therapy & Consulting is a mindful and holistic counseling clinic. Our therapists are empathic professionals who are trained to treat a variety of symptoms and presenting concerns from a collaborative and whole-person approach. Our goal is to partner with you to assist in identifying and understanding the important issues in your life that are creating struggles for you. Our holistic approach is to work to resolve the presenting concerns while identifying and addressing the underlying patterns. We strive to work together to offer ways to cope that work for you.
Sanctuary Psychotherapy
Marriage & Family Therapist, LP, LMFT
Verified Verified
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
Feeling lost and alone, as if no one really understands how overwhelmed and helpless you feel? Do you have a hard time finding solutions to your problems because they seem so much bigger than you? Feeling stuck? At a new life stage and don't know who you are now? It takes courage to reach out for help, and you are already on your way to relief. Because I have been in practice for 30 years, I understand life transitions and the impact they have on our lives. I will partner with you and help you discover who you are now, what you want and how to get it, so you can stop struggling and start thriving. The best is yet to be.....
Feeling lost and alone, as if no one really understands how overwhelmed and helpless you feel? Do you have a hard time finding solutions to your problems because they seem so much bigger than you? Feeling stuck? At a new life stage and don't know who you are now? It takes courage to reach out for help, and you are already on your way to relief. Because I have been in practice for 30 years, I understand life transitions and the impact they have on our lives. I will partner with you and help you discover who you are now, what you want and how to get it, so you can stop struggling and start thriving. The best is yet to be.....
Kelly Elisa Ryan
Counselor, MS, LPCC
Verified Verified
5 Endorsed
White Bear Lake, MN 55110 (Online Only)
Licensed Professional Counselor whose work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, art therapy, mindfulness and neurofeedback. Her experiences include in-home family therapy, day training and habilitation for adults with intellectual disabilities and behavioral concerns, and art therapy in a psychiatric DBT program.
Licensed Professional Counselor whose work is informed by cognitive behavioral therapy, motivational interviewing, art therapy, mindfulness and neurofeedback. Her experiences include in-home family therapy, day training and habilitation for adults with intellectual disabilities and behavioral concerns, and art therapy in a psychiatric DBT program.
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Depression Therapists
What is the goal of therapy for depression?
Therapy for depression has several major goals. One is to relieve the mental pain of depression, which distorts feeling and thinking so that sufferers cannot see beyond their current state of mind or envision feeling better. Another is to give people the mental tools to recognize and correct the kinds of distorted thinking that turn a problem into a catastrophe and lead to despair. Therapy also teaches people how to process negative emotions in constructive ways, so they have more control over their own emotional reactivity. And it helps people regain the ability to see themselves positively, the motivation to do things, and the capacity for pleasure.
What happens in therapy for depression?
Perhaps most important, no matter the type of therapy, patients form an alliance with the therapist; that connection is therapeutic in itself, plus it becomes an instrument of change. Patients learn to identify and to challenge their own erroneous beliefs and thoughts that amplify the effects of negative experiences. They learn to identify situations in which they are especially vulnerable. And they learn new patterns of thinking and behaving. They may be given “homework” assignments in which they practice their developing skills. In addition, good therapists regularly monitor patients to assess whether and how much the condition is improving.
What therapy types help with depression?
Several types of short-term therapy have been found effective, each targeting one or more areas of dysfunction. Cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) helps clients challenge their negative thoughts and beliefs, learn new behavioral strategies, and curb reactivity to distressing situations. Behavioral activation (BA) is a form of therapy often used in conjunction with CBT; it focuses on engagement in rewarding activity as a pathway to changing negative feelings and disturbed mood. Another widely used approach is interpersonal therapy (IPT), which targets the social difficulties that both give rise to and get exacerbated by depression. Therapists may combine approaches as needed.
Can therapy for depression be done online?
Studies have found that online therapy can be highly effective for treating depression, although it may be more challenging to build a good therapist-patient alliance on screen than in person—at least at first. However, online therapy can offer considerable advantages. Accessibility and convenience are tops among them. Some people actually find it easier to talk about problems online than in person. While online therapy typically limits visibility of facial expression and body gestures that give important nonverbal cues to a patient’s state of mind, it can give therapists a glimpse into a patient’s world and life, providing information that can be highly useful in guiding therapy.
How effective is therapy for depression?
Many studies show that therapy is highly effective provided that patients complete the prescribed course of therapy, commonly 16 to 20 sessions. Over the long term, it is more effective than medication and the effects are more enduring. As a result, psychotherapy has the power not just to relieve current suffering but to prevent future episodes of the disorder. Therapy reverses the dysfunction in neural circuitry that disposes individuals to a negative view of themselves, the world, and their future and they acquire coping techniques, problem-solving skills, and understanding of their own vulnerabilities that are useful over the course of a lifetime.