Therapists in South Dakota

I have worked with clients with a wide range of concerns including depression, anxiety, incarceration, dissociation, trauma and abuse, PTSD, career challenges, and eating issues. I have a special interest in working with LGBTQIA+ clients with specialized training for supporting transgender clients as well as cult recovery/religious deconstruction. My therapy style is warm, interactive and person centered. I believe everyone has the ability to find healing and you are the expert on you! My role is to support you. It takes courage to reach out and ask for support. That courage will serve you well as you work towards feeling better.

A life shared is what we all strive for, however relationships can be very challenging at times. When you take two people and bring them together you are also combining different learning styles, communication styles, experiences and how you perceive a situation. The goal is to communicate effectively by being able to share what you think and how you feel.

I am a pre-licensed professional counselor dedicated to helping individuals navigate life's challenges and cultivate hope and meaning in their struggles. My approach to therapy blends psychological theories with Biblical wisdom, offering clients holistic support that addresses their spiritual, emotional, and relational needs. Whether you're grappling with anxiety, depression, relationship struggles, or simply seeking greater spiritual alignment and personal growth, I am here to walk alongside you in your journey.

Many of my clients have been told they are “too much” and struggle with exhaustion as they attempt to meet the expectations of those around them while minimizing their own needs. I walk alongside individuals who are looking to tame feelings of anxiety or depression. Sometimes this work includes discussing difficulties with focus or staying grounded in relationships. It may center around parenting responsibilities or relating to career/academic goals. I help clients identify their strengths, their values, and their needs, so they can build a life filled with peace and fulfillment that is uniquely their own.

For the past 25 years, I have provided counseling services to my clients in various settings, including residential treatment, the clinic setting, in-home setting, and the school system. While I enjoy working with all ages and stages of individuals, I have a passion for and a great deal of experience in working with children, adolescents, and their families. I am a person who is easy to get to know and get along with, and partner with my clients as a team to face and manage life’s difficulties and emotional and behavioral challenges. I also work with other entities involved in a client’s life to ensure their best treatment.

My ideal client is exploring change and considering what it may look like. Whether that is change in their relationships, lifestyle, career, family life, social life, etc... They recognize that a change needs to happen. Their goal is to decrease stress from the current behavior that continues to go on and they desire to find a different way to deal with issues that come up in life. They know what needs to change and the thought of doing something different is scary and overwhelming.

In the middle of difficulty lies opportunity- Albert Einstein. Life isn't always easy, even the strongest individuals sometimes need a little help to work through the difficulties life throws at them.  Let me be there to help you navigate these moments. I use a client-centered approach to best fit each client's needs as you are the expert of your life. I strive to meet you where you are in your therapeutic journey, and work collaboratively to achieve your goals. When working with clients, I draw from Trauma-Focused, Cognitive Behavioral Therapy, Solution-Focused, Family Systems, and Strength Based therapeutic approaches.

Finding the ideal therapist will allow you to trust the process of growth and healing. I have supported clients with a broad range of concerns including; anxiety, depression, self-esteem, relationships, family dynamic distresses, poor communication styles, and trauma. My focus is to help you develop a treatment plan that is specific to your experiences and goals.

There are times in our lives when we need help. Life experiences require us to make the decision to seek guidance from outside our immediate family and friends. Counseling can provide much needed support and intervention in times of crises or with chronic issues that last a lifetime. Don't consider it a weakness but a strength to take that step to be the best possible individual or family you can be.

I provide therapy for individuals who are looking for a safe space and unconditional support. I provide support for people experiencing a range of issues including anxiety, depression, postpartum depression, LGBTQ specific struggles, trauma, life transitions, stress management, and relationship issues.

Are you feeling weighed down by past experiences? I understand how trauma, stress, and adverse experiences can impact every aspect of your life. Let's talk about it. My approach is relational and person-centered, meeting each individual where they are to listen, connect, and guide while helping you overcome challenges and reach your goals. I provide a caring, non-judgmental space where you can feel seen, heard, and understood. Together we will work to develop positive, healthy relationships with self and others and feel satisfied in your life.

I am a pre-licensed counselor, working under supervision, accepting clients starting January 1, 2024. I take a client-centered approach to counseling, emphasizing your strengths and building on them. I am passionate about working with individuals who are undergoing life transitions, wanting to improve relationships and communication patterns, coping with trauma and loss, struggling with substance use issues, and those managing long-term mental health conditions. I will create a safe space to foster honesty, healing, and self-discovery.

The Journey of life is one that is often filled with both moments of joy and moments of sorrow. Unfortunately for some, these moments of sorrow are either endured alone or leave couples and family members feeling as if there are no options. As a therapist I feel honored to have the opportunity to offer assistance to individual, couples, and families who are feeling stuck in the sorrows of life. And to not only present options to the struggles of life, but to also walk alongside your journey of life.

Stuck? Alone? Why do I do the things I don't want to do, and don't do the things I want to do? Struggling to trust or feel worthy of love? Failed attempts to connect on repeat and overwhelming you? Tired of fighting with no resolution? Dealing with past relational trauma you can't break free from? I am here to help you better connect with others, and even with your own sense of self, even your spirituality if you desire. Find your authentic self and discover you can love that person, and, you are worth being loved. I am here. Lets journey together.

It is a great privilege to have the opportunity to sit with someone and listen to their story. Whether it is working with individuals or families, my goal is to bring understanding and hope through authenticity and genuine care. My desire is for you to develop skills to grow and flourish in the midst of whatever you are facing.

Kathryn has worked with youth since 2014 in a variety of programs including residential settings, education, early childhood, and counseling centers. Kathryn holds a Bachelor of Arts in Communication from Concordia College Moorhead and a Master of Science in Counseling and Student Affairs from Minnesota State University Moorhead. She obtained her Associate of Social Work license in 2018 and is currently working towards her Licensed Professional Counselor hours in South Dakota.

I am dedicated to helping children, adolescents, and their families navigate life's challenges. As a registered play therapist, I enjoy utilizing the power of play in order to best meet the needs of a child. In addition to play therapy, I take a client centered approach to collaboratively explore methods which fit each individual's journey and abilities. I help children, adolescents, and their families discover strengths, build meaningful connections, and find success.

It is a privilege to offer support and walk with individuals and families who are affected by the struggles of daily life such as anxiety and depression, or those who have experienced trauma, abuse, or neglect. I enjoy working with individuals with chronic pain or medical conditions, and believe in the importance of collaborative care. I understand the struggles of parenting and balancing family life, and am willing to walk alongside parents who desire stronger family connections. I am passionate about suicide prevention and awareness, and am available to provide presentations in the field of suicide prevention, assessment, and treatment.

Did you know 1 in 5-7 birthing persons experience perinatal depression? Or that pregnancy and infant loss affects 1 in 4 birthing persons? We are not alone. With specialized training, I aim to help women and birthing persons feel safe, heard, and hold space while we work together to build a better life.