I work with adult individuals, couples & non-monogamous relationships and treat relational & sexual health concerns: conflict & miscommunication, sexual functioning issues, sexual pain disorders, sexual dissatisfaction & desire discrepancy, anxiety & depressive disorders. Many patients I work with are LGBTQIA+ folks, those engaging in unconventional sexual behaviors (BDSM, kink, fetish, etc.) or practicing non-monogamy, and/or sex workers. My expertise is in stigma management & support for "sexual outsider" communities. I am licensed in Minnesota, Montana, & Iowa and treat therapy patients in these 3 states through video therapy.

I imagine you’re looking for a therapist who you’ll feel comfortable and safe with, and who will help you to feel better. And it’s hard because there are so many of us to choose from! I get it. I have my own therapist and it took a while to find a good fit for myself. To help you with this, I’ve made some videos so you can get to know me and my therapy style. Check out my website to watch.

Creating a comfortable, individualized treatment relationship within the context of a secure and relaxed environment is a primary therapy goal for serving all age groups. Diverse backgrounds, life experiences and orientations are all welcome and respected. I draw from a wide variety of treatment approaches to adapt to your personal situation. Emotions, thought, behavior, your life history and relationship experience are all given careful consideration. Humor, warmth, encouragement, knowledge and skill in treatment techniques can all play a role in the support provided as you work on improving and changing your life.

*Not currently accepting new clients* Carla is Northern born (Minnesota) and Southern raised (Texas).  After studying Spanish and Psychology in college she did mission work with Spanish speaking communities in Mexico and Chicago.  She returned to Minnesota to be closer to family and is where she now calls home.  Carla and her husband (whom is Guatemalan) enjoy spending time together with their two children, being outdoors, and exploring new places.   

I welcome you if you are new to therapy or have a history of benefiting from it. I make it a priority that you feel safe to proceed in therapy at a pace that works for you. Life brings us frequent changes and I hope to guide you through these expected and unexpected adjustments. Me encantaría conocerlo/a si nunca ha tenido terapia or si ya tiene experiencia. Para mi, es muy importante que usted se sienta segura y cómoda en nuestra terapia. La vida nos trae muchos cambios y espero guiarlo/a con estos ajustes esperados e inesperados.

Hello! My name is Stefanie Donnelly and I am a licensed Professional Clinical Counselor. I strive to empower and help my clients develop a stronger sense of self. My approach to therapy is holistic, psychodynamic, humanistic and interpersonal. I also incorporate cognitive behavioral techniques. These techniques can easily be integrated into our daily lives and can provide immediate relief from symptoms of anxiety and depression. I have experience working with children, adolescents and adults. I have clinical experience working with a wide range of issues such as anxiety, stress management, depression, trauma, interpersonal issues, transitional issues and low self-esteem.

I am not accepting new clients until 1/1/2020. I have 25+ years of working with pregnant & postpartum women struggling with mood issues, as well as people transitioning to different life stages, dealing with Anxiety, Depression, adjustments to chronic illness and family identity changes. Much of the work in therapy is about loss and how that affects one's sense of self. We work together to form a realistic plan for improving your life situation that brings about improvement in symptoms quickly.

I evaluate children and teens who may have learning difficulties, problems focusing, general school problems, mood or anxiety-related concerns, or peer issues. These struggles could impact many aspects of their life and their ability to thrive in their environment. Even if you feel you know your child very well, sometimes it is unclear why they are having such a hard time. Parents who bring their children to my practice are seeking guidance for how to best understand their difficulties and for recommendations for how they can help their child succeed.

Sexual concerns, past traumas, anxieties, self-doubt and unhelpful communication patterns can leave us feeling stuck. I help people remove the road blocks that keep them from having fulfilling connections with the people who matter most in their lives. I am passionate about helping individuals and couples feel empowered to live their best lives. I strive to help couples deepen their emotional and sexual relationship People who work with me often describe my style as calm, empathetic, straight forward and insightful.

Are you feeling overwhelmed with life? Do you struggle to get through your day? My emphasis is on helping you to identify problem areas in your life and come up with practical solutions to help overcome internal and/or external hurdles. I believe one of the most important factors in meeting your goals is for us to establish an open and trusting relationship. I will listen to your description of the reality you experience and facilitate defining your goals for therapy.

*IMMEDIATE TELEHEALTH SESSIONS AVAILABLE* My therapeutic philosophy is two-fold – first, I believe therapy can provide you with great relief. Whether you are struggling with anxiety, worry, fear, or depression, I will help you obtain relief so you can continue (or begin!) living your life. Secondly, I will help you learn what is working well in your relationships, and what might be getting in the way of deepening your connection with others. Through our work together, I will help you feel more loving and accepting towards yourself, more self-confident, more secure in your relationships, and better able to handle everyday stressors.

I am passionate about helping women cope with everyday stress caused by a variety of sources. If you’re feeling overwhelmed and don’t know where to start, I can help. I believe in helping women achieve a positive relationship with themselves so they feel whole, heard, and happy in life. Some of the issues and life areas I can help you resolve include going through divorce/relationship ending, eating disorders, sexual assault/trauma, work life balance, professional development, depression and anxiety, as well as other mood disorders, sensory processing disorders (including highly sensitive individuals), life transitions, grief/loss.

We all face changes, challenges and difficult situations in life, some we see coming, others are totally unexpected. Sometimes we handle them just fine and others, leave us feeling stuck, alone, and wondering if things will ever get better, if we will ever feel better.

Trying to find stability in times of crisis? Healing from trauma? Struggling in your relationships? Wanting to heal? Learning how to live with mental illness? I offer existential therapy to address these and other challenges. This can be a transformative and effective modality for clients looking to learn how to live with mental illness, process grief, build self-knowledge and self-worth, heal wounds, work with change, find embodiment and integration, resist oppression, and cope with the inevitable challenges that life holds. My clients appreciate the humanistic approach I bring to our work, which centers your lived experience.

I believe that the relationship between therapist and patient is the foundation for change. My training is focused on women, non-binary, and female-identified individuals who have experienced trauma, loss, and relationship stressors. I also have specialized experience with mental health difficulties during perinatal, postpartum, and other periods of major life transition. People describe my style as active, relaxed, and warm with use of humor and connection. I do my best to help people feel accepted while still challenging them to make the changes they hope for.

I can help you make positive changes if you are struggling with depression, anxiety, grief, trauma or relationship issues. I offer therapy for individuals who need new ways to cope with current stressors, with positive outcomes. I have 15 years experience working in mental health and I thoughtfully listen to your concerns with compassion and respect. I am here for you as someone who has knowledge to see you through any issue of concern. My office is a professional environment; warm and friendly. It's unnecessary to constantly experience emotional pain or feel weighted down. I also support individuals working on recovery.

Illuminate your path, Awaken your life! Who you are at your core matters and deserves to be seen by the world. I am driven by a desire to make a difference in the lives of others and to positively impact the world. I actively seek to live a life guided by a sense of purpose and meaning. My goal is to help you do the same with a highly personalized approach that addresses your needs and meets your criteria for personal success. This includes finding and solidifying the essential relationships in your life!

We are a perfect fit if you want more than better coping. I offer a pain-free route to personal & relationship wellness. I offer advances in psychology & neuroscience (brain). => You have innate mental wellbeing. It can be easily accessed by understanding how mind-consciousness-thought works, and how you have been innocently interfering with its wise & capable functioning. => You have a brain (a) with profound untapped potential & (b) keeping you stuck in unhealthy patterns. If you are open-minded and want true release, a fresh empowered start -- and even higher consciousness, you'll want to add this to our talk therapy.

I'm a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist but that doesn't mean I only work with married couples or families! It means I have extensive training on how relationships & environments affect our mental & emotional health. I work with individuals, couples, & families of all cultures, including adults, teenagers, & children. I love working with young people labeled as "oppositional" & they generally report liking to work with me. I also find satisfaction in helping people navigate through difficult life transitions. I strive to create an environment that is accepting & nonjudgmental & I don't see myself as being any more important than my clients.