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Saint Paul, MN 55113
Struggling with anxiety, trauma, or self-doubt? Feeling stuck or disconnected? I help clients across Minnesota and Wisconsin, from St. Paul to Grand Rapids to Superior, build confidence, peace, and resilience. Healing isn’t about “fixing”—it’s about reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we’ll navigate growth, self-discovery, and emotional well-being, in-person or via telehealth statewide. Healing isn’t about “fixing”; it’s about reconnecting with your authentic self. Together, we’ll navigate growth, self-discovery, and emotional well-being. You’ve taken the first step, and I’ll help you keep moving forward.
Life transitions, grief, and relationship struggles can feel overwhelming. I provide trauma therapy, abuse recovery, and family counseling to help individuals, couples, and families heal from abuse, trauma, and family, church, or systemic wounds, regain calm, clarity, and rebuild trust.
Feeling lost in self-doubt or emotional pain can be exhausting. You deserve support, healing, and genuine connection. Therapy is a space to rebuild trust in yourself and find peace again. I’ll meet you where you are and walk with you as you take steps toward growth and change.
Take the first step to help. Call or Barbara Shock now - (651) 362-5721

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Saint Paul, MN 55113

(651) 362-5721
My website
Easy-to-join video sessions, providing flexibility for you to connect from wherever suits you best. Let's find your spark again.
I specialize in Divorce, Trauma and PTSD and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
A space for healing, peace, and becoming completely yourself, one step at a time, together
Barbara Shock
Let's Connect (651) 362-5721
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT

My Practice at a Glance

Available both in-person and online

Saint Paul, MN 55113

(651) 362-5721
My website
Easy-to-join video sessions, providing flexibility for you to connect from wherever suits you best. Let's find your spark again.
I specialize in Divorce, Trauma and PTSD and Mood Disorders 
I accept insurance 
I see individuals, couples and families  
A space for healing, peace, and becoming completely yourself, one step at a time, together
Barbara Shock

Finances

Payment Methods

American Express, Health Savings Account, Mastercard, Visa

Insurance

  • Aetna
  • Americas PPO
  • BIND
  • BlueCross and BlueShield
  • Cigna and Evernorth
  • HealthPartners of MN and WI
  • Medica
  • UCare
  • United Medical Resources (UMR)
  • UnitedHealthcare UHC | UBH
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I accept insurance and can help you navigate your coverage. Feel free to reach out with any questions about fees or benefits. I'm happy to help.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721
"
I accept insurance and can help you navigate your coverage. Feel free to reach out with any questions about fees or benefits. I'm happy to help.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721

Qualifications

  • Verified by Psychology Today Licensed by State of Minnesota / 4346 Barbara Jean Shock LeMire
  • Education and Years In Practice

  • In Practice for 6 years
  • Attended Saint Mary's University of Minnesota, MA Marriage and Family Therapy, Graduated 2020
  • Additional Credentials

  • License: Mariage and Family Therapist WI 2082 - 124 / 2025
  • Membership with Minnesota Association of Marriage and Family Therapist 57311341 / 2025
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Using the principles of Anchor Relational Therapy, guiding you through life's challenges with dignity, empathy, and self-compassion. Specializing in intimacy struggles, mental health, and life transitions, empowering you to restore confidence, resilience, and fulfillment.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721
"
Using the principles of Anchor Relational Therapy, guiding you through life's challenges with dignity, empathy, and self-compassion. Specializing in intimacy struggles, mental health, and life transitions, empowering you to restore confidence, resilience, and fulfillment.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721

Specialties and Expertise

Top Specialties

  • Divorce
  • Trauma and PTSD
  • Mood Disorders

Expertise

  • Codependency
  • Coping Skills
  • Depression
  • Family Conflict
  • Grief
  • Impulse Control Disorders
  • Life Transitions
  • Parenting
  • Peer Relationships
  • Premarital and Marriage Assessment
  • Prepare and Enrich
  • Relationship Issues
  • Self Esteem
  • Stress
  • Thinking Disorders
  • Women's Issues
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Divorce isn't just the end of a relationship; it's letting go of the future you thought you'd have. It's messy, emotional, and hard. You don't have to go through it alone. Healing doesn't mean forgetting; it means finding yourself again. I'm here to help you move forward with support, compassion, and hope. Serving clients in MN & WI.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721
"
Divorce isn't just the end of a relationship; it's letting go of the future you thought you'd have. It's messy, emotional, and hard. You don't have to go through it alone. Healing doesn't mean forgetting; it means finding yourself again. I'm here to help you move forward with support, compassion, and hope. Serving clients in MN & WI.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721

3 Endorsements

Mariah Lord
Mariah Lord
Marriage & Family TherapistMALMFT
Barbara's warm presence and meaningful insights make opening up to her feel so comfortable! Her training in the Anchored Relational Model grounds her practice in trauma-informed and culturally-responsive interventions.
Chip Neuenschwander
Chip Neuenschwander
Marriage & Family TherapistLMFTMA
Barbara is a compassionate, trauma-informed therapist who helps clients restore calm and connection in their lives. Her understanding of relational dynamics makes her an excellent choice for those seeking lasting emotional healing.

Client Focus

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Age

Children (6 to 10)
Preteen
Teen
Adults

Participants

Individuals
Couples
Family

Communities

Queer Allied
Racial Justice Allied
Single Parent

Treatment Approach

Types of Therapy

  • Anchored Relational Model
  • Attachment-based
  • Compassion Focused
  • Culturally Sensitive
  • Family / Marital
  • Feminist
  • Mindfulness-Based (MBCT)
  • Person-Centered
  • Relational
  • Strength-Based
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We will focus on your dignity and strengths. We'll explore how your past trauma affects your present, shifting focus from problems to your relationship with yourself. I create a safe, collaborative space where we work through survival patterns, power dynamics, and build emotional regulation and new relational patterns for healing and growth.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721
"
We will focus on your dignity and strengths. We'll explore how your past trauma affects your present, shifting focus from problems to your relationship with yourself. I create a safe, collaborative space where we work through survival patterns, power dynamics, and build emotional regulation and new relational patterns for healing and growth.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
or call with questions - (651) 362-5721

Location

Primary Location

Saint Paul, MN 55113

(651) 362-5721
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Easy-to-join video sessions, providing flexibility for you to connect from wherever suits you best. Let's find your spark again.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (651) 362-5721
"
Easy-to-join video sessions, providing flexibility for you to connect from wherever suits you best. Let's find your spark again.
Photo of Barbara Shock, Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Barbara Shock
Marriage & Family Therapist, MA, LMFT
Take the first step to help. Call now - (651) 362-5721