Transgender Psychiatrists in Saint Louis Park, MN
Shannon Minnehan
Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, APRN, CRNA, PMHNP
3 Endorsed
Saint Louis Park, MN 55416
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 15 years experience in advanced practice nursing. I provide medication management, including ketamine therapy, and psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health issues. I enjoy working with children, teens and families/caregivers, as well as adults. I take a holistic, trauma informed, biopsychosocial approach to treatment for complex disorders as well as everyday stressors that may be hindering growth and enjoyment of life.
I am a board certified psychiatric nurse practitioner with over 15 years experience in advanced practice nursing. I provide medication management, including ketamine therapy, and psychotherapy for a wide range of mental health issues. I enjoy working with children, teens and families/caregivers, as well as adults. I take a holistic, trauma informed, biopsychosocial approach to treatment for complex disorders as well as everyday stressors that may be hindering growth and enjoyment of life.
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We are board-certified in treating Children and Adults. Accepting new Minnesota patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking for a holistic approach to proper diagnoses and treatment using the safest prescribing principles in addition to complementary and integrative offerings. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Accepting most major insurances plans. Affordable out-of-pocket rates.
We are board-certified in treating Children and Adults. Accepting new Minnesota patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking for a holistic approach to proper diagnoses and treatment using the safest prescribing principles in addition to complementary and integrative offerings. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Accepting most major insurances plans. Affordable out-of-pocket rates.
We are board-certified in treating Children and Adults. Accepting new Minnesota patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking for a holistic approach to proper diagnoses and treatment using the safest prescribing principles in addition to complementary and integrative offerings. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Accepting most major insurances plans. Affordable out-of-pocket rates.
We are board-certified in treating Children and Adults. Accepting new Minnesota patients via telehealth visits for psychiatric evaluations and medication management. Our clients are looking for a holistic approach to proper diagnoses and treatment using the safest prescribing principles in addition to complementary and integrative offerings. Make your appointment on our website today. Evening and weekend hours are available. Accepting most major insurances plans. Affordable out-of-pocket rates.
Adult ADHD, depression, and anxiety specialist here.
If you’re struggling with focus, chronic overwhelm, anxiety that won’t quiet down, or feeling stuck despite trying everything—you're not alone. Many of my clients are high-functioning adults, professionals, and students who are tired of “pushing through” and ready for clarity and structure. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years in healthcare & focused psychiatric experience, I understand how complex mental health can feel — especially when it impacts work, school, or relationships. Why wait another day?
Adult ADHD, depression, and anxiety specialist here.
If you’re struggling with focus, chronic overwhelm, anxiety that won’t quiet down, or feeling stuck despite trying everything—you're not alone. Many of my clients are high-functioning adults, professionals, and students who are tired of “pushing through” and ready for clarity and structure. As a board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner with 15 years in healthcare & focused psychiatric experience, I understand how complex mental health can feel — especially when it impacts work, school, or relationships. Why wait another day?
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
Welcome! I'm Roxanne DoBrava, a dedicated Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients. My mission is to provide supportive assistance through medication management and therapy, addressing a wide range of mental health disorders. I believe in the power of listening intently and providing empathetic care. My goal is to help you feel less overwhelmed by mental health struggles, achieve stability, and gain a proper understanding of your condition.
Welcome! I'm Roxanne DoBrava, a dedicated Board Certified Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner specializing in comprehensive mental health care for children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric clients. My mission is to provide supportive assistance through medication management and therapy, addressing a wide range of mental health disorders. I believe in the power of listening intently and providing empathetic care. My goal is to help you feel less overwhelmed by mental health struggles, achieve stability, and gain a proper understanding of your condition.
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
Embark on your healing journey with Dr. Zou, a Board-certified psychiatrist who blends the precision of medicine with the art of psychotherapy. Trained at Emory and UAlabama, Dr. Zou is expert at integrating medication management and psychotherapy, including CBT. But her approach is not just about effective treatment; it's about empowering you with self-knowledge and tools for sustainable mental well-being. With Dr. Zou, you can explore a personalized, empathetic approach that resonates uniquely with you.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. I provide comprehensive treatment by using medication management with psychotherapy in a holistic approach, recognizing the unique life experiences of each patient.
I am a Board-Certified Psychiatrist with over 20 years of experience. I provide comprehensive treatment by using medication management with psychotherapy in a holistic approach, recognizing the unique life experiences of each patient.
I am a board-certified, Mayo Clinic trained psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst. My psychoanalytic training enables me to help patients both with their immediate symptoms and with underlying issues. These underlying issues, while not always obvious, can greatly contribute to and sometimes even be the cause of the presenting symptoms. This approach helps patients address their problems in a more comprehensive and lasting way; it helps them grow and become more content, productive and creative individuals.
I am a board-certified, Mayo Clinic trained psychiatrist, and psychoanalyst. My psychoanalytic training enables me to help patients both with their immediate symptoms and with underlying issues. These underlying issues, while not always obvious, can greatly contribute to and sometimes even be the cause of the presenting symptoms. This approach helps patients address their problems in a more comprehensive and lasting way; it helps them grow and become more content, productive and creative individuals.
Are you looking for a more holistic and personalized approach to mental health? If you’ve tried multiple medications without lasting relief—or want care that treats the whole person—I offer functional and integrative psychiatry tailored to your unique needs. My approach looks beyond symptoms to explore root causes such as hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, trauma, and environmental exposures. Treatment is guided by lab testing and includes thoughtful use of supplements, medications, and lifestyle support.
Are you looking for a more holistic and personalized approach to mental health? If you’ve tried multiple medications without lasting relief—or want care that treats the whole person—I offer functional and integrative psychiatry tailored to your unique needs. My approach looks beyond symptoms to explore root causes such as hormonal imbalance, nutritional deficiencies, inflammation, trauma, and environmental exposures. Treatment is guided by lab testing and includes thoughtful use of supplements, medications, and lifestyle support.
Tele-health only. Have you ever felt rushed through a mental health med visit? Have you ever felt like "just" a diagnosis or collection of symptoms? You are more than that: You are a complex and whole human being and you have a right to be seen. You also have a right to mental wellbeing - the ability to experience and move through all normal human emotions (happiness, anger, sadness, anxiety) with the energy and motivation to do the things you need and want to do.
Tele-health only. Have you ever felt rushed through a mental health med visit? Have you ever felt like "just" a diagnosis or collection of symptoms? You are more than that: You are a complex and whole human being and you have a right to be seen. You also have a right to mental wellbeing - the ability to experience and move through all normal human emotions (happiness, anger, sadness, anxiety) with the energy and motivation to do the things you need and want to do.
Seeking mental health care in Minnesota? I’m Dr. George, a doctorally prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents and adults. I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and other mental health conditions.
My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, focused on accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment. I offer telehealth services statewide and provide medical cannabis evaluations when clinically appropriate.
Seeking mental health care in Minnesota? I’m Dr. George, a doctorally prepared, board-certified Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP-BC) providing compassionate, evidence-based care for adolescents and adults. I specialize in psychiatric evaluations and medication management for depression, anxiety, bipolar disorder, PTSD, ADHD, schizophrenia, and other mental health conditions.
My approach is collaborative and nonjudgmental, focused on accurate diagnosis and individualized treatment. I offer telehealth services statewide and provide medical cannabis evaluations when clinically appropriate.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults with a special interest in treating individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or trauma. In addition to prescribing medication, I utilizes skills learned from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine to help individuals treat their mental health symptoms in a more holistic way. I completed the Professional Training Program in Mind-Body Medicine, the Advanced Mind-Body Medicine Professional Training Program, and other online webinars.
I am a board certified psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner who provides psychiatric evaluations and medication management for adolescents and adults with a special interest in treating individuals experiencing symptoms of anxiety, depression, and/or trauma. In addition to prescribing medication, I utilizes skills learned from the Center for Mind-Body Medicine to help individuals treat their mental health symptoms in a more holistic way. I completed the Professional Training Program in Mind-Body Medicine, the Advanced Mind-Body Medicine Professional Training Program, and other online webinars.
Hi! You’re seeking help because it is needed. That’s huge! Many people don’t seek treatment or therapy but you’re already on this path. Some folks don’t find the path. You’ve got some idea of what you need and are ready for someone to be along with you on this journey. We both know humans succeed in a team not so much when we are alone. First, give yourself credit because it takes a lot of courage to not do things alone and to be willing to open up to someone you do not know. Your courage is where our journey together starts. It would be an honor to be a part of your team in life, for life!
Hi! You’re seeking help because it is needed. That’s huge! Many people don’t seek treatment or therapy but you’re already on this path. Some folks don’t find the path. You’ve got some idea of what you need and are ready for someone to be along with you on this journey. We both know humans succeed in a team not so much when we are alone. First, give yourself credit because it takes a lot of courage to not do things alone and to be willing to open up to someone you do not know. Your courage is where our journey together starts. It would be an honor to be a part of your team in life, for life!
I approach your care from a holistic, whole-person perspective. This means we will not simply address your symptoms in isolation, but rather examine the broader context of your sleep, relationships, stress levels, physical health, environment, and the circumstances that have led you to seek support. When appropriate, medication can be a powerful tool, but it works most effectively as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
I am deeply committed to serving underrepresented and marginalized communities. If you have ever felt dismissed by a provider, overlooked by the system, you are precisely the person for this practice.
I approach your care from a holistic, whole-person perspective. This means we will not simply address your symptoms in isolation, but rather examine the broader context of your sleep, relationships, stress levels, physical health, environment, and the circumstances that have led you to seek support. When appropriate, medication can be a powerful tool, but it works most effectively as part of a comprehensive treatment plan.
I am deeply committed to serving underrepresented and marginalized communities. If you have ever felt dismissed by a provider, overlooked by the system, you are precisely the person for this practice.
I believe that every individual and circumstance is unique, therefore a unique approach of care will result in the best possible outcome. Understanding the cultural, religious, psychological, and social characteristics of a patient and their family dynamic is of utmost importance when providing mental health care. I am accepting new patients ages 10+ for Medication management and Psychotherapy. Areas of focus include, but is not limited to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychosis and Adjustment Disorders.
I believe that every individual and circumstance is unique, therefore a unique approach of care will result in the best possible outcome. Understanding the cultural, religious, psychological, and social characteristics of a patient and their family dynamic is of utmost importance when providing mental health care. I am accepting new patients ages 10+ for Medication management and Psychotherapy. Areas of focus include, but is not limited to Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD), Depression, Anxiety, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Psychosis and Adjustment Disorders.
I am board certified to treat children, adolescents, and adults for simple, multiplex, and the most challenging psychiatric disorders. I have extensive experience with hospital, community, and outpatient practices with a substantial range of patients from different ethnic, sexual, and socio-economic backgrounds. My patients often say that my distinctive perspective helps to form the open, trusting, and personable relationship I have with them. As a prescriber of psychiatric medications, I enjoy working with a wide variety of patients, and digging deep to find the solution(s) to the difficulties that might be causing you distress.
I am board certified to treat children, adolescents, and adults for simple, multiplex, and the most challenging psychiatric disorders. I have extensive experience with hospital, community, and outpatient practices with a substantial range of patients from different ethnic, sexual, and socio-economic backgrounds. My patients often say that my distinctive perspective helps to form the open, trusting, and personable relationship I have with them. As a prescriber of psychiatric medications, I enjoy working with a wide variety of patients, and digging deep to find the solution(s) to the difficulties that might be causing you distress.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
Making your first appointment can be one of the most challenging steps in your mental health journey. At LifeStance, we make it simple by offering both online and in-person therapy and psychiatry services, covered by major insurance plans.
His practice philosophy is that active listening and asking the right therapeutic questions in a non-threatening manner are the keys to obtaining critical information relevant for treatment. With his current experience as a crisis provider, he brings to his practice the calm that is reassuring for patients seeking therapeutic solutions to their problems. He does not just prescribe medications but will take the time to provide psychoeducation that guarantees that all his patients are consciously compliant with treatment because all their questions and doubts have been answered.
His practice philosophy is that active listening and asking the right therapeutic questions in a non-threatening manner are the keys to obtaining critical information relevant for treatment. With his current experience as a crisis provider, he brings to his practice the calm that is reassuring for patients seeking therapeutic solutions to their problems. He does not just prescribe medications but will take the time to provide psychoeducation that guarantees that all his patients are consciously compliant with treatment because all their questions and doubts have been answered.
Laura Ausmus, PMHNP, helps individuals and families across Minnesota find stability, resilience, and hope through compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care. She provides comprehensive medication management and support for children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors. Laura understands that each stage of life brings unique challenges, and she partners with patients to create treatment plans tailored to their needs.Laura Ausmus, PMHNP, helps individuals and families across Minnesota find stability, resilience, and hope through compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care. She provides comprehensive medication managem
Laura Ausmus, PMHNP, helps individuals and families across Minnesota find stability, resilience, and hope through compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care. She provides comprehensive medication management and support for children, adolescents, teens, adults, and seniors. Laura understands that each stage of life brings unique challenges, and she partners with patients to create treatment plans tailored to their needs.Laura Ausmus, PMHNP, helps individuals and families across Minnesota find stability, resilience, and hope through compassionate and evidence-based psychiatric care. She provides comprehensive medication managem
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FAQ - Gender-affirming Psychiatrists
How can psychiatrists help transgender individuals?
Transgender individuals experience significantly higher rates of anxiety, depression, trauma, and other mental health challenges. These disparities may be rooted in systemic issues such as barriers to accessing supportive healthcare. Many transgender people also experience gender dysphoria—emotional distress arising from a mismatch between their gender identity and the sex assigned at birth—which can impact mental health as well. These unique challenges often require care from mental health professionals who are knowledgeable and experienced in working with transgender clients. Supportive treatment is crucial for improving psychological well-being and fostering resilience in the face of ongoing stressors.
What does treatment look like for transgender clients?
Psychiatrists with expertise in transgender mental health possess a deep understanding of gender identity, the emotional and social aspects of transitioning, and how marginalization affects psychological health. They may prescribe medication for psychiatric conditions if necessary and ensure that such medications are compatible with any concurrent hormone treatment. Many psychiatrists also integrate or recommend evidence-based behavioral therapies to transgender clients. Approaches such as Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) or other trauma-informed care interventions can help transgender individuals process trauma, manage dysphoria, and develop coping strategies to navigate life challenges. Therapy may also support identity development, improve self-esteem, and strengthen social support systems.
How can I find a psychiatrist who specializes in transgender mental health?
The Psychology Today directory is a valuable tool for locating psychiatrists (MDs) and psychiatric nurse practitioners (PMHNPs) who specialize in transgender mental health. The platform allows users to filter by clinical focus and provider identity. When reviewing provider profiles, look for inclusive language and explicit mention of transgender-specific experience. It may also be helpful to ask potential providers about their experience supporting transition-related care, whether they can assist with letters for gender-affirming treatments, and how they collaborate with other members of a care team. Practical considerations—such as appointment availability, telehealth options, and insurance acceptance—are also important when choosing a provider.