Ariana
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, LADC (she, her)
Verified by Psychology Today Verified by Psychology Today
Let's Connect (612) 662-5816

I understand how heavy it can feel to carry stress, expectations, navigate life’s challenges, and try to make sense of your experiences while still showing up every day. Struggles like anxiety, depression, ADHD, Chronic Illness, OCD, and trauma often go deeper than what’s visible, they can be shaped by past experiences, relationships, and the stories we’ve come to believe about ourselves.
I offer a space where you can show up as you are without pressure, judgment, or the need to filter parts of yourself. This is a place to slow down, feel understood, and begin reconnecting with your voice. I also work with LGBTQ+ and BIPOC clients and strive to provide care that is affirming, culturally responsive, and grounded in respect for each person.
You don’t have to carry everything on your own. I’m here to walk alongside you as we make sense of your experiences, strengthen your sense of self, and create a life where you can feel more grounded, empowered and at ease.
Call or Email Ariana Varela now for a free 15 minute consultation - (612) 662-5816
Let's Connect (612) 662-5816

Finances
Fees
- Sliding scale: apply if you may be eligible
Payment Methods
American Express, Cash, Check, Discover, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, VisaInsurance
- Aetna
- Anthem
- Blue Cross
- Blue Shield
- BlueCross and BlueShield
- Cigna and Evernorth
- First Health
- HealthPartners of MN and WI
- Hennepin Health
- Medicaid
- Medical Assistance
- South Country Health Alliance
- UCare
- Out of Network
Ariana Varela
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, LADC
Check fees and, if listed, ask to verify your insurance coverage. Email or (612) 662-5816
Qualifications
- Verified by Psychology Today Prelicense by State of Minnesota Supervised by Roy Haddad (Minnesota / 2644) Ariana Valera
- In Practice for 2 years
- Attended University of Minnesota, Master of Professional Studies, Graduated 2024
Education and Years In Practice
Ariana Varela
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, LADC
Feel free to ask about qualifications and training experience. Email or (612) 662-5816
Specialties and Expertise
Expertise
- Addiction
- ADHD
- Alcohol Use
- Anxiety
- Bisexual
- Codependency
- Depression
- Divorce
- Drug Abuse
- Dual Diagnosis
- Emotional Disturbance
- Gambling
- Lesbian
- LGBTQ+
- Mood Disorders
- Relationship Issues
- Self Esteem
- Stress
- Trauma and PTSD
- Video Game Addiction
- Women's Issues
Ariana Varela
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, LADC
Do these issues align with your needs? Email or (612) 662-5816
Client Focus
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Age
Adults ,
Elders (65+)
Participants
Individuals
Treatment Approach
Types of Therapy
- Acceptance and Commitment (ACT)
- Art Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioral (CBT)
- Dialectical Behavior (DBT)
- Emotionally Focused
- Experiential Therapy
- Exposure Response Prevention (ERP)
- Gottman Method
- Motivational Interviewing
- Rational Emotive Behavior (REBT)
- Solution Focused Brief (SFBT)
- Trauma Focused
Ariana Varela
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, LADC
Ask about what different forms of therapy will be like. Email or (612) 662-5816
Location
Nearby Areas
Ariana Varela
Pre-Licensed Professional, MPS, LADC
Call for a free consultation now - (612) 662-5816