I believe pursuing therapy is a very courageous act and feel honored to provide a space for this vital work. Common challenges that I help with include depression, anxiety, stress management, trauma, substance use disorders, process addictions, and life transitions. I employ holistic therapeutic styles rooted in mindfulness and Buddhist Psychology. My aim as a clinician is to help clients uncover their own answers and their own truth, to gain greater clarity in moving toward their higher self, and their innate capacity for healing. I implement my health coaching training when applicable to certain client goals.

** TELEHEALTH ** Have you had a recent "awakening" in your life? Seeking to better understand yourself? Perhaps your feelings have felt more intense: anxiety, depression, confusion, or desire to find purpose to life is weighing on your heart. You look around - seeking answers, understanding, & deeper healing. Maybe a life situation unfolded and you were suddenly on a path you never imagined (job loss, divorce, etc). Or you have a health situation that isn't resolving, despite trying every tool in your box. If this is you, I can support you. I approach all my clients with the understanding that we are mind, body, & spirit.

You don't have to have it all figured out or even know where to begin. You just have to be curious about your story, your patterns, and what feeling better could look like. We'll find it together. My clients are ready to take a step toward the unknown in pursuit of wellness. They're ready to stop fighting their minds and bodies and instead develop a connection to themselves so they can live a life of well-being and contentment.

On the journey to finding our authentic selves, we must learn to ground and connect before we can grown and flourish. This is exactly what Root & Rise Psychotherapy wishes to do. Let us help you on your own journey of running into yourself, making choices that honor your values, and moving forward in life with conscious awareness and confidence.

**Currently accepting new clients** I believe that therapy is a joint venture between the client and therapist. It is a way to learn about how each construct the meaning that forms our lives and our feelings and to take responsibility for constructing them to be what we wish. My role as therapist is to correct, understand, empathize, suggest and confront. Therapy can be in turn difficult, fun, painful, confusing, boring, upsetting and once in a while transcending. Because the construction of meaning in our lives is active, I am not a passive listener but an active participant in the process of relationship and change.

Accepting new clients in February 2021. Therapy is one way to make some change in your life. Goodness of fit with a therapist is perhaps the most important part to making that change via therapy. If you can bring some motivation and trust to the process, and we are a good fit, then change is likely to happen for you. Investing in therapy and personal growth can be very rewarding, and I’d be happy to join and support you in the work.

Suzanne Brown has had the opportunity to work with a wide range of people in a variety of settings for the past 20 years. She considers working with people an honor and believes that we are all teachers and learners regardless of our positions. It has been moment by moment interactions with her clients that have taught her the most in her work. Life can be hard at times and no one should have to navigate the challenges alone. Whether it's depression, anxiety, pain from trauma, relationship stress or something else, Suzanne considers it a privilege to be part of the journey toward healing, freedom and wholeness.

SCHEDULE ONLINE! https://www.therapyportal.com/p/granderpeace/ Do you feel sad or anxious daily? Is this getting in the way of you living the life you really want to live? My approach in working with clients involves empowering, emotionally focused work, which includes building a connection for better growth during your therapy journey. I believe in supporting each client along the path of their own healing journey toward positive transformation, and in doing so, helping clients live a more happy and balanced life.

*COVID-19 update: I am now offering telehealth video sessions*. I strive to create a safe and warm environment where people can feel heard and understood, and I work to find a balance between supporting and accepting people as they are, and challenging them to step out of their comfort zone to make the changes they desire for a better life. I believe that relationships can be an important part of the healing process, whether these are with friends and family or the therapeutic relationship built in sessions. I believe in taking a collaborative approach, utilizing the strengths and insights of each person.

I approach my work with client's with compassion and authenticity. I believes in the importance of the relationship with my clients and create space where you will feel accepted, understood, and empowered. I will challenge you with compassion to grow and tackle the tough questions. I will help you use your own strengths to overcome the obstacles getting in the way of you living an authentic and full life. I also work with athletes who would like to improve their performance or are facing challenges in their performance.

Beginning therapy can be an overwhelming process and finding the right fit with a therapist is key to facilitating change. While I have many “tools in my toolbox” through years of experience and training, I believe the most important piece in the therapeutic relationship is connection and creating a safe space to allow vulnerability to be present. I utilize an attachment and trauma lens in my work, as I believe we learn how to function given the families, relationships and communities in which we grow up.

FamilyMeans Counseling & Therapy programs have been providing care to adults, adolescents, children, families, and couples for many years. Our counselors are highly trained and experienced in their areas of expertise and truly enjoy helping people through the struggles they bring to counseling. Counselors provide a safe and open environment to make changes within areas of concern. Counseling experiences are unique to each person as are their situations. There is no “one fits all” in counseling and our skilled clinicians work with you to reach your goals.

Are you or your teen facing a challenge that feels too big to manage? Or maybe life has just gotten too stressful lately... No issue is too big or small for us to tackle: relational conflict, family transitions, anxiety, depression, sexuality, trauma, behavioral issues - whatever brings you here, I am eager to join you on this journey! Together, we'll work to cultivate hope and healing for life's tough challenges. I enjoy working with adolescents (ages 10+), teens and adults as they bravely work to overcome hardships of all kinds. I also offer family and couples therapy to address complex relational issues.

My name is Michael and I'm a mental health therapist based in Saint Paul, Minnesota. I work with families and individual clients that are 18+, adult men and women, non-binary and ace identified, who are seeking brief supportive counseling, as well as more depth-oriented emotional work. I emphasize safety, attunement, curiosity, and humor when I collaborate with my clients. It's important that you take the time to "kick the tires" of therapists to find a good fit.

I am a Licensed Independent Clinical Social Worker (#21952) and Licensed Alcohol and Drug Counselor (#303042). I work from a trauma-informed, harm reduction perspective. I am queer identified and use she, her and hers pronouns. I specialize in working with people with a history of trauma or adversity, people with substance use concerns, LGBTQIA + people and people living with or impacted by HIV. I use a variety of approaches in therapy, based on individual needs and preferences as one size does not fit all. Some of these approaches include: Relational therapy, ACT, CBT, AEDP, IFS, EMDR, and Narrative Therapy.

11-1-2020 I am not accepting new clients at this time. Thank you for your interest. Are you feeling anxious about your relationships, work, or how to maintain self care in a fast, stressful world ? Are you experiencing grief from losses or trauma? Do you take care of others more than yourself? Would you like someone safe to process your thoughts and feelings with? I'm an experienced mental health practitioner who offers compassionate services to clients across the life span. I also teach the Gottman Bringing Baby Home Program for expectant parents.

You may feel overwhelmed right now, not sure where to turn or what to do next. We are all adjusting to a rapidly changing world and it is hard to make sense of it all. Going through life transitions can bring many different emotions and it can be difficult to make space for all of them. We can talk about this together, finding a way forward in uncertain times.

I am passionate about working with families, couples, and individuals who are managing both physical and mental health conditions or couples/families going through various life transitions, and relational stress. We don't exist in isolation, especially when on the long journey of chronic health care. I work within an integrated and collaborative care model, viewing the problem from a holistic standpoint and alongside other members of the care team in order to best serve all areas of the client's life. What does this chapter of life look like? What is possible?

I genuinely give from my heart. When I offer honesty, humility and openness my clients' begin to trust. I connect with compassion to those experiencing trauma stress, substance use or addiction, family conflict and relationship concerns. I like to build a bridge in sessions that develops trust, understanding and safety. I easily connect to those who have been incarcerated or with those who are transitioning from substance use treatment centers. I love working with all people, all backgrounds and have strong relationship skills in building a sound therapeutic environment for change, healing and growth.

I believe the relationship between therapist and client is an essential aspect of therapy. I utilize relational, trauma-informed, and strengths-based approaches to promote healing and positive change in clients’ lives. I strive to provide culturally responsive services and approach therapeutic work through a systems lens. I have a personal commitment to working with individuals coping with anxiety, depression, PTSD, and the after-effects of trauma. I am also interested in working with individuals experiencing issues related to grief and loss and processing of end-of-life goals, in which I have extensive experience.